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Winter Wedding at The Westin Great Southern

February 1, 2026

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Winter Wedding at The Westin Great Southern Columbus, Ohio Wedding

If you’re dreaming of a romantic winter wedding in Columbus, Ohio, The Westin Great Southern is the definition of timeless elegance. With glowing candlelight, a custom ceremony backdrop, and the charm of a historic downtown hotel, this wedding was the perfect blend of cozy, sophisticated, and unforgettable.

As a Columbus Ohio wedding photographer, winter weddings like this are always a favorite. Soft light, rich tones, and so much atmosphere.

Westin Great Southern Columbus Ohio Winter Wedding
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Bride at her wedding at the Westin great southern
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Bride at her wedding at the Westin great southern
Bride at her wedding at the Westin great southern
Bride at her wedding at the Westin great southern
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Elegant winter wedding reception setup with candlelight and floral centerpieces at The Westin Great Southern
Elegant winter wedding reception setup with candlelight and floral centerpieces at The Westin Great Southern
Romantic indoor wedding reception with glowing candles and custom backdrop at The Westin Great Southern
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Wedding ceremony backdrop with candles and florals in historic Columbus Ohio venue
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A Historic Columbus Wedding Venue: The Westin Great Southern

Located at 310 S High St. in downtown Columbus, The Westin Great Southern offers grand architecture, classic ballrooms, and a warm, intimate feel that’s ideal for winter celebrations. The couple worked closely with the venue team to transform the space into a candlelit, romantic setting that felt both luxurious and inviting.

Candlelight Ceremony with a Custom Backdrop

The indoor ceremony glowed with rows of candles and a stunning custom backdrop, creating the dreamiest setting for vows. Winter weddings at The Westin are perfect for this kind of design — the dim lighting, historic details, and soft florals make everything feel cinematic.

Backdrop Design: Serendipity Designs
Ceremony Musicians (piano, harp, violin): Steve Banks Music


Winter Wedding Florals & Style

The floral design embraced winter romance with soft textures and elegant arrangements that complemented the candlelit space beautifully. Florist: VesselThe bride’s beauty team created a timeless, glowing look that photographed beautifully in the warm indoor light. Hair: Erika Taft Makeup: Sarah Gibson Paper goods and details tied everything together, from invitations to signage Seating Chart & Welcome Sign: Grace K


Reception: Dancing, Food & Late-Night Bites

Once guests moved into the reception, the energy shifted from romantic to full-on celebration.

Buckeye Entertainment – DJ Alex Durr

Cake & Desserts: The Flour Pot

Late-Night Pizza: Hounddog’s Pizza

Late-Night Cookies: Lion Cub’s Cookies

Photobooth: FOMO foto booth Columbus

Planner: Nina Marie Weddings

Planning a Winter Wedding in Columbus, Ohio?

If you love the idea of a candlelit winter wedding, historic architecture, and a cozy, romantic atmosphere, The Westin Great Southern in Columbus is an incredible choice. Winter dates often offer more flexibility, and indoor venues like this photograph beautifully all day long.

If you’re planning your own Columbus Ohio wedding and want bright, modern, and emotional imagery that captures the full story of your day, I’d love to connect. View More Real Weddings HERE

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