Business Details
16 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Wedding & Event Services in Austin
Altared Weddings has pursued innovation and excellence in the events industry since 2010. Our team specializes in custom lighting, entertainment, and event installations designed to create unforgettable experiences. With a focus on client collaboration, we tailor services to align with individual visions, venues, and guest experiences. Our expertise spans weddings, corporate events, and private parties, supported by a creative team with over 13 years of experience in the Austin wedding industry. Testimonials highlight our reliability, attention to detail, and ability to transform spaces with innovative lighting solutions.We prioritize seamless execution, offering consultations, venue walkthroughs, and direct communication with planners and vendors. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our use of wireless, battery-operated lighting technology and partnerships with trusted officiants through our sister company, Short and Sweet Weddings. Recognized for our industry leadership, we maintain a strong local reputation and have been featured in Voyage Austin for our unique approach to event design.
Services
Event Lighting
Custom Installation
Photo Booths
DJ Services
Uplighting
Chandeliers
Yard Games
Audio/Visual
Gobo Projections
Wine Barrel Decor
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- Over 13 years of experience in the Austin wedding industry
- Custom lighting installations tailored to your venue and style
- Wireless, battery-operated lighting technology for flexible placement
- Direct collaboration with planners, venues, and clients
- Featured in Voyage Austin for innovative event design
What people say
Excellent service
Stunning lighting designs
Talented and caring team
Stress-free planning
Transformative installations
Services
Event Lighting
Our event lighting solutions transform spaces with customizable wireless systems. Offering uplighting, chandeliers, and specialty effects like fog machines, we create atmospheres that match your event's theme. Clients can choose from 12+ lighting types including Edison frames and Moravian stars for both indoor and outdoor venues.
Custom Installation
Custom installations bring unique visions to life through bespoke designs. Our team creates structures like illuminated tunnels and beer tap walls using CAD planning and on-site expertise. Projects start with mood boards and culminate in fully realized 3D installations for weddings and corporate events.
Photo Booth Rentals
Photo booth rentals include MirrorMe and Social Booth options with unlimited prints. The interactive MirrorMe booth features digital sharing capabilities while the open-air Social Booth accommodates group photos. Both options remain available for entire receptions with included attendants and customizable backdrops.
DJ Services
Professional DJ services feature bilingual (Spanish/English) options and music tailored to guest preferences. Packages include sound systems, lighting, and MC services. Our experienced DJs use modern equipment and maintain extensive music libraries to ensure appropriate soundtrack selection for all event types.
Yard Games
Yard games provide interactive entertainment for cocktail hours and receptions. Options include giant Jenga, ladder golf, and cornhole with four game selections included per rental. Add wine barrel lighting for nighttime play and choose from 7+ game varieties to suit different group sizes and venue types.
People
Scott Cole
Owner / CEO
Scott Cole oversees event production and team management with 14+ years of Austin wedding industry experience. Recognized for custom lighting expertise, he co-owns Short and Sweet Weddings and maintains strong vendor relationships to ensure seamless event execution.
Shelly Cole
Owner / CFO
Shelly Cole manages operations and sales with 13+ years of wedding industry experience. As co-owner of Short and Sweet Weddings, she specializes in event curating and client coordination while maintaining the company's financial oversight and team training programs.
Questions
What lighting options work best for outdoor weddings?
Wireless, battery-operated lights like our Edison frames and chandeliers provide flexible outdoor solutions. Uplighting creates dramatic effects while fairy lights add ambient illumination without power source requirements.
Can we customize our event lighting colors?
Yes, our wireless uplights and pendant lights offer full-color customization through DMX control systems. Technicians can program color changes to sync with music or gradually transition between hues during your event.
What entertainment options complement wedding receptions?
Popular combinations include DJ services with dance floor lighting, photo booths for guest interaction, and yard games for cocktail hour entertainment. Our packages allow mixing multiple entertainment elements for comprehensive event solutions.
How do you handle event setup and breakdown?
Our team manages full installation and removal processes. Photo booths remain operational throughout receptions, and all equipment is dismantled after event conclusion to minimize guest disruption during peak photo-taking times.
What payment options are available?
We require a 25% non-refundable deposit upon booking, 25% at 60 days pre-event, and final 50% 10 days before your event. Payment methods include online credit/debit transactions and checks.
Can you accommodate last-minute changes?
While major changes require advance notice, our team remains flexible for minor adjustments. We recommend finalizing details 30 days prior to ensure proper equipment allocation and staffing arrangements for your event.
