20 Gilmore Girls-Inspired Wedding Ideas from a Photographer Who’s a Huge Fan

Dreaming of a Gilmore Girls wedding? Here’s 20 ways to bring Stars Hollow to your big day!

Ceremony Under a Gazebo

Exchange vows under a gazebo decorated with soft twinkle lights, just like the heart of Stars Hollow.

Twinkle Lights Galore

Drape fairy lights across the venue to create that magical, small-town festival atmosphere.

Quote Signs

Feature your favorite Gilmore Girls quotes on signs, such as “Coffee, coffee, coffee!” or “I smell snow.”

Vintage Tablescapes

Decorate tables with stacks of vintage books, dainty teacups, and lanterns for that Rory-meets-Stars-Hollow charm.

Luke’s Diner Coffee Station

Set up a cozy coffee bar with Luke’s-style mugs and a “No cell phones” sign for authenticity.

Luke & Lorelai Cake Topper

Top your wedding cake with a custom Luke and Lorelai-inspired figurine or design.

Iconic Costume Change

For the reception, channel Lorelai’s S1E2 look with her pink T-shirt, trench coat, and cowboy boots. The groom can wear jeans, flannel, and a backward baseball hat to channel Luke.

Friday Night Dinner Menu

Host a Friday wedding with an Emily Gilmore-inspired upscale dinner menu featuring dishes like salmon puffs, risotto, and crème brûlée.

Junk Food Snack Table

Create a snack bar with Pop-Tarts, pizza, donuts, Chinese takeout boxes, fries, tacos, and candy to honor Lorelai and Rory’s binge sessions.

Miss Patty’s Punch

Serve a signature fruity cocktail as “Miss Patty’s Punch” or craft signature drinks like “The Rory Martini” and “Lorelai Lemon Drop.”

Luke’s Diner Toast

Use Luke’s Diner mugs instead of traditional champagne flutes for your toasts.

Carriage or Hayride

Arrive or depart in true Stars Hollow style with a horse-drawn carriage or hayride.

“Where You Lead” Sendoff

Use the Gilmore Girls theme song for your sendoff, complete with sparklers or bubbles.

Takeout Box Favors

Package party favors in mini Chinese takeout boxes labeled with fun Gilmore-inspired messages.

Gilmore Girls Screening

Set up a projector to play classic Gilmore Girls episodes during downtime or in a quiet lounge area.

Karaoke Station

Include a karaoke setup and encourage guests to sing songs featured in the show, like “I Will Always Love You.”

Rent Lorelai’s Jeep

Use a classic blue Jeep for your sendoff or getaway car as a nod to Lorelai’s signature vehicle.

Life and Death Brigade Photo Booth

Set up a photo booth with vintage umbrellas, top hats, and the iconic “In Omnia Paratus” banner for guests to pose under.

Paul Anka Cameo

If you have a dog, include them in the ceremony or photos as a nod to Lorelai’s quirky pup, Paul Anka.

Stars Hollow-Inspired Seating Chart

Design your seating chart as a map of Stars Hollow, with tables named after key locations like Luke’s Diner, Doose’s Market, and Miss Patty’s Dance Studio.

With these Gilmore Girls-themed ideas, you can create a wedding as charming, cozy, and memorable as a day in Stars Hollow. After all, as Lorelai says, “It’s all any of us wants, to find a nice person to hang out with ’til we drop dead.” So grab your flannel, cue the theme song, and let the Gilmore Girls magic guide your big day!

XO, Dakota