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Wedding couple standing in road surrounded by snow with pine trees in background during winter wedding at the Tannenbaum

Winter Tannenbaum Wedding || Derek & Amber

This winter Tannenbaum wedding was such a dream to capture! Derek and Amber celebrated with their favorite people on earth, check it out!

Winter Weddings at Tannenbaum Event Center in Lake Tahoe

If you’re dreaming of a winter wedding that feels like it’s straight out of a storybook, the Tannenbaum in Lake Tahoe offers the perfect blend of rustic charm and alpine elegance. Nestled among towering pines and snow-covered peaks, this venue captures the magic of the season while providing a warm, intimate setting for your wedding day! With its dramatic stone fireplace, exposed wooden beams, and panoramic views of the Sierra Nevada, the Tannenbaum is a stunning location for your winter wedding!

One of the greatest advantages of a winter wedding at the Tannenbaum is the cozy, festive atmosphere it naturally creates. While summer weddings often rely on elaborate florals and outdoor scenery, a winter celebration here feels complete with twinkling lights, crackling fires, and the quiet beauty of freshly fallen snow. You can lean into the seasonal charm with winter-themed décor, hot cocoa bars, faux-fur wraps, and candlelit receptions that exude warmth and intimacy. It’s an ideal setting for couples who want something different — a celebration that feels both elegant and deeply personal.

Beyond aesthetics, a winter wedding at the Tannenbaum can also be more practical. With fewer crowds in Lake Tahoe compared to the peak summer season, your guests can enjoy a more peaceful experience — from lodging and travel to exploring the local area. Plus, many vendors offer off-season pricing, making it easier to plan the wedding of your dreams within budget. Whether you’re exchanging vows in front of the grand fireplace or stepping outside for snowy portraits, the Tannenbaum in winter offers a serene, stunning setting that’s hard to beat.

Derek & Amber’s Wedding at Tannenbaum Event Center

Derek and Amber had the most incredible Winter wedding at the Tannenbaum! Amber got ready at the most beautiful property right around the corner with her family and friends. They slowly got ready, Amber got her makeup done, and looked at her sparkly, bedazzled dress hanging in the window seal. Amber packed up her things and headed to the venue to see Derek for the first time!

Derek was already at the venue with his groomsmen hanging out, having some beers, and getting some lunch before the big day started. Right up the street, Derek and Amber shared their first look and it was an absolute dream!! It was truly a winter wedding out of a storybook. There was snow everywhere and even the road was covered in snow as well. They were so happy to see each other and the tears started flowing. Derek even had a personalized gift that he gave her as a wedding gift for their wedding day with some of their favorite keepsakes in it. We decided to take a few bridles at this point as well because how could you not!? The scenery was absolutely to die for.

After this, we headed back to the venue and it was time for their ceremony. They share their vows, their loved ones teared up, and they made it official! The rest of their day was an absolute party and it was so much fun! They danced and laughed and all of their loved ones celebrated them so much. It was such a dream to capture your winter wedding at the Tannenbaum Derrek and Amber!! I can’t even wait for what’s next in your journey.

Wedding bride sitting in chair and having make up done with metal artwork in background

Wedding dress hanging on wooden hanger with metal wiring spelling bride on door inside the Tannenbaum

Wedding dress on wooden hanger in doorway next to white wedding boots for winter wedding at the Tannenbaum

Flat lay of wedding details with vow books and announcements on thin veil during winter wedding at the Tannenbaum

Close up of wedding rings on vow book with light coming in from side

Wedding bride and bridesmaids celebrating with champagne and glasses in front of brick building during winter at the Tannenbaum

Bride's mom putting on wedding bride's earrings while she smiles inside at the Tannenbaum

Groom putting on wedding jacket while standing in front of silver mirror

Bridesmaid tying bride's wedding boots with white fur on wooden floor inside at the Tannenbaum

Wedding groom laughing with groomsmen in wedding attire inside at the Tannenbaum

Groom and groomsmen in wedding attire posing with drinks in hand inside at the Tannenbaum

Groom holding wedding bride from behind while both smile and snow in the background

Wedding seating table assignment sign with floral bouquet on top inside at the Tannenbaum

Wedding couple standing together on snowy roadway with pine trees and thick snow behind them

Wedding ceremony overview at the Tannenbaum with stone fireplace and white floral bouquets and string lights above

Wedding couple kissing while groom hugs bride from behind with snow in background

Wedding reception overview at the Tannenbaum with white tables and florals and string lights above in wooden rafters

Groom smiling while standing at wedding ceremony watching bride walk down the aisle at the Tannenbaum with white floral bouquets behind him

Bride smiling while walking down aisle at wedding ceremony with parents on either side and guests watching at the Tannenbaum

Wedding couple holding hands in front of stone fireplace during ceremony at the Tannenbaum with string lights above them

Groom's dad emotional and wiping tears during ceremony at the Tannenbaum

Wedding couple's parents emotional during winter ceremony at the Tannenbaum

Groom holding hand out with ring on finger during wedding ceremony at the Tannenbaum

Wedding couple kissing while holding each other in front of stone fireplace after ceremony at the Tannenbaum

Wedding couple holding hands while walking down aisle and celebrating after ceremony at the Tannenbaum with stone fireplace and string lights behind them

Wedding couple smiling while walking out of ceremony and waving to guests at the Tannenbaum with string lights in rafters behind them

Wedding couple standing next to and celebrating with bridal party in front of snow at the Tannenbaum

Guests holding drinks for wedding couple and sipping drinks of their own

Wedding groom standing and smiling with groomsmen in front of snow bank at the Tannenbaum

Groom holding bride's arm while both are wearing wedding rings with snow in background

Wedding reception table decorated with candles and white florals at the Tannenbaum

Wedding bride looking over shoulder at camera while smiling and standing next to bridesmaids with snow in background at the Tannenbaum

Groomsmen picking up and throwing groom in the air at the Tannenbaum with snow in background

Wedding couple hugging in front of snow bank and pine trees while bride smiles

White flower petals scattered across table next to candles in glass and incense

Wedding guests cheering during reception at the Tannenbaum with string lights hanging from rafters and windows in background

Wedding couple walking into reception during grand entrance at the Tannenbaum smiling and waving

Wedding couple holding hands and dancing as bride smiles and guests watch in background during reception at the Tannenbaum

Wedding couple sitting at head table  decorated with white floral bouquets and laughing during speeches at the Tannenbaum

Wedding guest emotional and wiping tears during reception at the Tannenbaum

Wedding guests holding up drinks for toast during reception at the Tannenbaum

Wedding couple holding knife and cutting cake together with white floral decorations at the Tannenbaum

Wedding guests dancing with each other on wooden floor during reception at the Tannenbaum

Wedding couple posing with guest who caught floral bouquet and laughing at the Tannenbaum

Wedding guests holding drinks and dancing during reception with lights blurring at the Tannenbaum

Tannenbaum Wedding Photographer

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Bridgette Wuest is a wedding photographer based in Lake Tahoe, California. She specializes in documenting real emotion through her photography, with an editorial, documentary approach. Inspired most by your love story unfolding in front of her.

With a decade of wedding experience, Bridgette creatively captures weddings and intimate celebrations in Lake Tahoe and beyond. Her work feels like opening up your grandparents old wedding album... evoking feelings of nostalgia, timeless portraits, and real emotions. She has been featured in Rocky Mountain Bride and The Knot.

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