Whole Lotta Lovely Wedding Tour

It’s here! It’s something you’ve never seen before in Downtown Brookings and we can’t WAIT to bring you an event full of NEW wedding spaces, experiences, vendors, and a whole new level of fun.

Get dressed up and make this a girls day on the town! Or make this a special date night with your fiance. Bring your mom, bring your friends, bring the love of your life, and bring anyone interested in experiencing the food, fun, spaces, and charm of downtown Brookings’ wedding vendors! While this event is meant for anyone planning a wedding, it is not limited to that.

This event is limited to the first 70 people who register. Must be 16 years or older. As you register, be sure to note which group you’re with so we can seat you together!

The Whole Lotta Lovely Wedding Tour is the first of its kind. Attendees get exclusive access into businesses who are brand new to downtown Brookings! You’ll start at the The White Frame on south Main Avenue in Brookings, South Dakota, which is a brand new rehearsal dinner, bridal shower, engagement party, and get-ready space! From there, you’ll jump on some amazing party busses and be transported to The Formal Edit by Trendz (a brand new men’s formal wear space), ElevenEleven Bridal (a brand new wedding dress shop) featuring Winks Fine Jewelry (for an engagement ring or the diamond earrings that would match [wink, wink]), Flowers on Main (newly renovated and trendy florist), Hitch Studio (wedding planning and wedding invitations), and ending with a lovely meal from Craft Chophouse and Lounge (catering for weddings, events and rehearsal dinners) back at The White Frame. It’s a day full of high-end experiences!

On June 1, 2025, this event will be a 5-hour day of fun! Here is the timeline:

3:30-3:50 pm — Welcome at The White Frame (Be welcomed into this amazing event, get your swag bags, sit at your reserved tables, and take some photos (posed mini sessions!) from Erica Lynn Photography.

3:50-4:00 pm — The busses will deliver you downtown to the location you’re starting at! You’ll be in smaller groups, visiting each location for about 25 minutes!

4:00-6:00 pm — Spend 25 minutes at each of four locations:

• Flowers on Main for a build-your-own floral bouquet bar (additional cost if you want!) and floral backdrop/selfie station
• The Formal Edit by Trendz for complimentary champagne and live music vibes
• ElevenEleven Bridal + Winks combined with color specialist to demonstrate what skin colors look best in white or ivory and silver or gold. This might determine what color of wedding dress and engagement ring you look best in! Or what wedding colors your skin tone looks best with!
• Hitch Studio for permanent jewelry and fine-line tattoos (additional costs if you want!), and a peek at our newest stationery line — or shop at Be Still Boutique!

6:00-7:00 pm — Your OPEN hour to spend downtown! Make it a night on the town by spending your free hour any way you want by stopping into participating businesses like:

The upper level of The Bank Saloon (so exclusive!) for their signature cocktails made just for this event!

Party Depot (for wedding decor + rentals)

Ugly Duckling (for custom wedding framing)

Blend Hair Studio (to ask about wedding makeup, lashes and hair)

House of Pampering by Lash Spa (for lashes and beauty)

Ally Wurts Photography Studio (posed and professional photo mini sessions), among others yet to be announced!

Socialite (to shop for those pre-wedding outfits!)

Taste treats by Sweet Mary's Baked Goods

Scoops and Loops (also brand new to Brookings!) for some ice cream!

Among others yet to be announced!

7:00 pm — Jump back on the busses to be taken back to The White Frame, where your amazing dinner awaits you!

7:15-8:30 pm — Arrive back for dinner with your besties with the trendiest table decor awaiting you (sponsored by Ideal Tent & Event Rental and Party Depot), register for our door prizes (each worth $250 or more!), and more professional photo sessions with Erica Lynn Photography!

Hmmmm…besides a night-on-the-town and endless laughs with your besties or fiance?! Here is a starting list:

• 5 hours of fun in Downtown Brookings
• A sweet swag bag full of fun stuff
• Champagne or sparkling grape juice and live music at The Formal Edit by Trendz
• Insta-worthy photo ops at Flowers on Main, Ally Wurts (at her studio) and Erica Lynn Photography (at The White Frame)
• A 4-course meal served by Craft Chophouse and Lounge (yes, we can accommodate any dietary restrictions)
• One person from every table wins the centerpiece, compliments of the always-amazing Hand Tied Floral Boutique.
• A chance to win LOTS of amazing prizes (all worth $250 or more from ElevenEleven, Flowers On Main, Hitch Studio, Winks, The Formal Edit by Trendz, and Erica Lynn Photography/The White Frame and MORE)!

There is also a VIP ticket option with even MORE surprises!

We’re partnering with the Brookings Area United Way to give back to the community we love! You can make a donation if you wish to get extra door prize tickets into the drawing!

Please email us at aW5mbyB8IGhpdGNoc3R1ZGlvICEgY29t to ask us anything on your mind!

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