Emma & Hannah’s Wedding Weekend at Camp Runoia & O’Maine Studios | Belgrade & Portland, Maine
Some wedding weekends don’t just celebrate a love story. They return to where it all began. For Emma and Hannah, that meant starting their marriage at Camp Runoia in Belgrade, Maine, the place where they first met as counselors, before celebrating with family and friends in the heart of Portland at O’Maine Studios. Their same-sex wedding weekend in Maine blended lakeside serenity with city energy, honoring both their roots and their future together.
Friday: A Lakeside Ceremony at Camp Runoia
The weekend began on the familiar shores of Camp Runoia, where Emma and Hannah shared a heartfelt first look beneath the trees with Great Pond shimmering in the background. Their families gathered for an intimate ceremony framed by colorful florals and a chuppah adorned with tallits, a nod to Emma’s Jewish heritage.
One of the most meaningful moments came as they signed their ketubah together on a rustic wooden table, a tradition that grounded their vows in both history and love. Following the ceremony, guests enjoyed charcuterie and champagne by the water before laughter filled the air once again.
As the evening closed, the brides slipped into white button-downs and ran straight into the lake, holding hands and splashing their way toward the dock. It was a playful and adventurous moment that perfectly captured their connection, returning to the place where their story began.
Saturday: A City Celebration at O’Maine Studios
The following day, the celebration shifted to Portland for a cocktail hour and reception at O’Maine Studios. Their beloved dog, Charli, even joined cocktail hour, making the day feel even more like home. Outside, the rain never let up, but inside the space was glowing with warmth and joy.
As dinner began, guests listened to heartfelt speeches from family and friends. Their words brought both laughter and tears around the tables. The couple’s first dance and parent dances that followed carried an intimacy that lingered in the room long after the music slowed.
Later in the night, the energy soared during the hora as Emma and Hannah were lifted into the air on chairs, surrounded by the cheers of family and friends. A self-serve popcorn bar kept guests snacking between songs, and the dance floor stayed packed until the very end.
For a fun twist, the brides changed outfits as the night went on. Emma slipped into a lighter dress and Hannah chose a chic romper, making the dance floor moments even more full of personality.
A Final Dance to End the Night
As the evening came to a close, Emma and Hannah shared one last dance together. It was a quiet and tender moment illuminated by soft lights and surrounded by the love of their community. The perfect ending to a weekend that honored both where they came from and where they are going together.
From the lakeside shores of Belgrade to the vibrant city streets of Portland, Emma and Hannah’s wedding weekend was a celebration of love, laughter, and the full circle of their story.
