Alicia Gallucci & Pat Kennedy | October 3, 2026 | Union Manor House | Ashland, Ohio
Some love stories feel like they belong in a fairytale, and Alicia and Pat’s wedding day was filled with the sweetest moments, heartfelt memories, and all the magic of an October celebration! On Saturday, October 3, 2026, these two celebrated their love at the beautiful Union Manor House in Ashland, Ohio, surrounded by their closest family and friends.
Cuff Link Media had the honor of capturing eight wonderful hours of their special day, from the excitement of getting ready to their romantic first look, heartfelt ceremony, and unforgettable reception. Now, we’re so excited to share their wedding sneak peek photos and relive a few of the moments that made their day uniquely theirs!
Chapter One: A Beautiful Beginning at Union Manor House
Nestled in Ashland, Ohio, Union Manor House provided a charming setting for Alicia and Pat’s autumn wedding. With its lovely outdoor spaces, picturesque pond, and inviting atmosphere, it was the perfect backdrop for a day centered around love, family, and new beginnings.
As the morning unfolded, excitement filled the air. Alicia and Pat prepared for their big day in separate suites, surrounded by the people who mean the most to them. Every little detail, from the finishing touches on their wedding attire to the anticipation of seeing one another, helped make the beginning of their celebration feel extra special.
Chapter Two: The Little Details That Made It Theirs
Before the ceremony began, there were so many beautiful details worth remembering. From Alicia’s wedding dress, shoes, and jewelry to Pat’s suit, tie, watch, and cufflinks, each carefully chosen piece helped tell the story of their wedding day.
These thoughtful details are more than just pretty photographs. They preserve the little things that might otherwise be forgotten as the years go by, bringing back all the excitement and emotion of preparing for one of life’s biggest milestones.
Chapter Three: Getting Ready With Their Favorite People
One of the sweetest parts of a wedding day is sharing those final moments of preparation with the people who have been there through it all.
Alicia spent the morning surrounded by loved ones, including her mom, sister Kaitlyn, maid of honor, and potentially her grandma, making the getting-ready portion of the day especially meaningful. Between candid conversations, finishing touches, and the anticipation of walking down the aisle, these moments created memories that Alicia will be able to look back on for years to come.
Meanwhile, Pat got ready in the groom’s suite, preparing for the moment he would finally see his bride. From adjusting his suit to putting on the finishing touches, the morning was filled with excitement as the countdown to “I do” continued.
Chapter Four: A First Look Full of Love
At 2:00 p.m., Alicia and Pat shared their first look outdoors near the pond or bridge at Union Manor House. There is something truly special about a first look: the chance to pause, take a breath, and see one another before the whirlwind of the wedding day continues.
For a moment, the schedule, the guests, and all the little details fade away. It is simply two people taking in the realization that they are about to get married.
These intimate moments often become some of the most treasured photographs of the entire celebration, capturing genuine reactions, happy tears, joyful smiles, and the excitement of beginning forever together.
Chapter Five: Celebrating With Their Favorite People
Following their first look, Alicia and Pat spent time capturing portraits together and celebrating with their wedding party. The grounds of Union Manor House offered a lovely setting for photographs that brought together romance, personality, and the happiness of having their favorite people by their side.
From sweet portraits of the newlyweds to group photographs with their wedding party and officiant, this part of the afternoon was all about preserving the people and relationships that made their day so meaningful.
Family photographs were another important part of the celebration, bringing together loved ones from both sides to document this exciting new chapter. These portraits are the ones families return to again and again, making them timeless keepsakes for generations to come.
Chapter Six: The Moment They Said “I Do”
As guests began taking their seats around 4:00 p.m., the excitement grew for Alicia and Pat’s ceremony.
At 4:30 p.m., surrounded by family and friends, the couple prepared to exchange their vows and officially begin their married life together. With the beautiful setting of Union Manor House and the sounds of a string quartet adding a romantic touch, their ceremony promised a heartfelt atmosphere worthy of the occasion.
And, of course, there was the moment everyone was waiting for: their first kiss as a married couple!
As Alicia and Pat made their way back down the aisle, the celebration of their new marriage began. It was the perfect transition from the emotional beauty of the ceremony to an evening filled with laughter, dancing, and memories.
Chapter Seven: Let the Celebration Begin!
After the ceremony, cocktail hour gave guests time to mingle, congratulate the newlyweds, and enjoy the beginning of the evening’s festivities.
By 6:00 p.m., it was time for the wedding party introductions, followed by Alicia and Pat’s first dance at 6:05 p.m. These moments are always filled with so much excitement, as everyone gathers to celebrate the newlyweds and watch them begin this next chapter together.
Heartfelt toasts and speeches from the maid of honor and best man followed, sharing memories, laughter, and well wishes for the couple’s future.
With dinner served buffet-style, guests had time to relax, enjoy their meals, and spend time together before the dance floor opened up for even more fun!
Chapter Eight: Golden-Hour Romance
October weddings have a special kind of magic, and the soft glow of autumn light makes sunset portraits especially beautiful.
As the evening approached, Alicia and Pat stepped away for sunset photos, capturing romantic portraits together while also making room for a little playful fun. From sweet embraces to candid, running-around-together moments, these photographs celebrated not only their love but also the joy of simply being together.
Golden-hour portraits are always a favorite because they capture couples in a warm, dreamy light while giving them a quiet moment to soak in the excitement of being newly married.
These are the kinds of photographs that look just as beautiful framed on a wall as they do tucked into a wedding album.
Chapter Nine: One Big Happy Wedding Family
At 7:30 p.m., everyone came together for a big group photo on the dance floor!
With approximately 100 guests celebrating alongside them, Alicia and Pat had plenty of people cheering them on as they began married life. A photograph like this captures the energy of the entire celebration in one frame, preserving the faces and friendships that helped make their wedding so memorable.
It is a wonderful reminder that a wedding is about more than two people saying “I do.” It is also about bringing together the people who love them most.
Chapter Ten: Dancing, Pizza, and the Sweetest Ending
As the evening continued, the celebration carried on with music, dancing, and plenty of opportunities to make new memories. With Justin from On The Mic Entertainment helping keep the festivities going, guests could enjoy the dance floor and celebrate the newlyweds.
And what better way to add a little extra fun to the evening than a late-night pizza snack?
At 8:45 p.m., Ohio Pie made its appearance, giving Alicia and Pat a delicious late-night treat to enjoy together. Of course, capturing a photograph of the bride and groom sharing their pizza was a must! Sometimes, the most memorable wedding moments are the ones that are wonderfully candid, a little silly, and completely authentic.
By the time photography wrapped up at 9:00 p.m., the day had been filled with so many beautiful memories, from the emotional first look to the final moments of the evening.
Chapter Eleven: A Sneak Peek at Forever
Alicia and Pat, congratulations on your beautiful wedding day!
It was such a joy for Cuff Link Media to capture these special moments at Union Manor House. Your wedding was a celebration of love, family, and the beginning of a wonderful new chapter, and we are so excited for you to see these first glimpses of your memories.
Your sneak peek gallery is just the beginning! We hope these photographs bring you right back to the excitement of getting ready, the butterflies of your first look, the happiness of your ceremony, and all the laughter shared with the people you love most.
Thank you for allowing Cuff Link Media to be part of such an important day. We wish you both a lifetime filled with love, happiness, adventure, and countless reasons to smile.
Cheers to Alicia and Pat — to forever, to new adventures, and to a lifetime of saying “I do” in all the little ways that matter most! 
With love,
Cuff Link Media
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