Still from wedding video of lgbtq couple's Fairmount Park Horticulture Center Wedding.

Fairmount Park Horticulture Center Wedding Film | Ari + Dan

Euphoric and cosmic wedding celebration at the Fairmount Park Horticulture Center in Philadelphia

Ari and Dani’s wedding day at the Fairmount Park Horticulture Center started with all the feels—and we mean all of them. In the first line of Dani’’s note to Ari on the morning of the wedding she said “we’re getting married today, don’t cry.” So, naturally, Ari cried -and that was just the beginning. As soon as the couple saw each other during their first look, the tears started flowing. Not the polite, single-tear kind. We’re talking full-on, “get me a tissue” waterworks. The joy was contagious, setting the tone for a day that was as emotional as it was beautiful. It’s like the universe looked down and said, “Yep, this is it.” And somehow, surrounded by all that greenery and sunshine, it felt like nature was totally rooting for them, too.

If you think you’ve heard great wedding vows, you haven’t heard Ari and Dani’s. It wasn’t just a reading of vows; it was a masterclass in how to promise your heart to someone and actually mean it. They opened up completely and comfortably, blending humor, vulnerability, and promises that had everyone—from their parents to us—reaching for tissues. It truly was a moment that reminded everyone there why love is worth celebrating.

Once the vows were done, it was time to party, and wow, did they deliver. And when it came time to party? Let’s just say the Horticulture Center wedding film practically filmed itself. The center turned into a glowing oasis of laughter, hugs, and dance moves that ranged from graceful to… well, enthusiastic. (We see you, Uncle Jerry.) Ari and Dani didn’t stop smiling all night, and honestly, neither did anyone else. They wowed everyone with stylish outfit changes that took them from elegant to effortlessly cool, showing off their personalities in every detail. Dani rocked a short flapper dress with a top hat and veil to complete the look. While, Ari opted for a long pant romper with a jeweled belt and headband veil. These two threw a love-filled rager, the kind of celebration you think about long after the cake is gone.

Filming this wedding felt less like work and more like capturing pure joy in motion. The vibes? Out of this world. The love? Undeniable. Every moment, from their tear-filled first look to the epic dance floor energy, was a reminder of why we love what we do at Sweetwater. A Horticulture Center wedding film like this doesn’t come around every day, and we were just lucky to be there, cameras in hand, taking it all in.