By: Michelle Gunton Photography
A Fall Celebration with Sandrine and Chris
Fall in downtown Raleigh always brings the best kind of magic, but Sandrine and Chris took it to the next level with their wedding at The Grove at City Market. With the market lights glowing overhead, crisp autumn air drifting through the courtyard, and guests warming up by the fire with s’mores, this day had every bit of cozy fall charm wrapped in modern city style.
The Grove at City Market is one of those places that does all the heavy lifting for you. Brick streets, string lights, the hum of downtown Raleigh just around the corner—it’s a venue that has personality. For a fall wedding, it’s even better. The colors are richer, the air is cooler, and when those lights start to twinkle at dusk, it feels like the whole space gives you a warm hug.
Sandrine and Chris exchanged vows beneath soft, glowing strands of lights that cut gently through the fall sky. The setting had that effortless charm—simple, romantic, and wonderfully intimate. Their closest people gathered around, wrapped in the kind of atmosphere photographers dream of capturing: warm light, natural textures, and a couple whose joy radiated through every moment.
Once the sun dipped, guests drifted to the firepit for one of the couple’s favorite details: a s’mores bar. Nothing says fall wedding quite like toasting marshmallows with your friends and family while music plays in the background. The crackle of the fire, the smell of roasted marshmallows, and the laughter around the flames made the night feel like a fall festival blended perfectly with an elegant wedding celebration.
If you’re browsing The Grove at City Market photos for fall wedding inspiration, Sandrine and Chris’s celebration had all the good stuff. Instead of a big dance moment under the lights, their day was filled with intimate, cozy scenes that photographed beautifully — from the warm glow of the firepit to guests roasting marshmallows and the soft ambiance of the courtyard as the sun went down.
If you’re dreaming of a fall wedding that blends charm, history, and a little modern city grit, The Grove at City Market is hard to beat. The setting photographs beautifully day or night, and the ability to add personal touches—like firepits and s’mores—lets couples create a wedding that feels uniquely theirs.
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