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Marquee A&B letters and vintage lounge styling among the signs of the Neon Museum boneyard at Adrienne and Billie Joe Armstrong's Las Vegas vow renewal

Tips & Advice · October 11, 2026

Planning a Vow Renewal in Las Vegas

How to plan a Las Vegas vow renewal that feels like you now: the paperwork, the setting, the party and the timeline, with lessons from the Armstrongs' Neon Museum celebration.

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A couple embraces among cholla cactus with the Eldorado Canyon mountains behind them, from a Scheme Events elopement
Tips & Advice · September 30, 2026Eloping in Las Vegas: What It Actually Takes
An outdoor garden wedding ceremony at Springs Preserve, planned by Scheme Events
Tips & Advice · September 23, 2026The Best Outdoor Wedding Venues in Las Vegas

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61 entries

An elegant Las Vegas wedding reception at The Smith Center, planned by Scheme Events
No. 04 · Tips & Advice · September 16, 2026How Much Does a Las Vegas Wedding Really Cost?The honest budget range for a full Las Vegas wedding, what actually drives the number up or down, and where a planner's fee quietly pays for itself.Read · 3 min
Adrienne and Billie Joe Armstrong's vow renewal at the Neon Museum, Las Vegas
No. 05 · Real WeddingsAdrienne & Billie Joe Armstrong's Neon Museum Vow RenewalAugust 25, 2026 · 2 min read
A couple in South Asian wedding attire hand in hand before Tim Bavington's repeating color columns at The Smith Center's Symphony Park, photographed by Amber and Co Photo
No. 06 · InspirationWedding Design Tip: Creating Impact with RepetitionAugust 18, 2026 · 2 min read
A brass band leads a couple under feather umbrellas in a New Orleans style second line through a desert garden, photography by New Romantix LV
No. 07 · InspirationHow to Plan a Mardi Gras Wedding ThemeAugust 11, 2026 · 2 min read
What Truly Matters When Planning Your Wedding
No. 08 · Scheme NewsWhat Truly Matters When Planning Your WeddingJanuary 2, 2025 · 1 min read
You’re Engaged! Now What? A Step-by-Step Guide to Get Started
No. 09 · Tips & Advice · December 4, 2024You’re Engaged! Now What? A Step-by-Step Guide to Get StartedCongratulations on your engagement! This is an incredibly exciting time, filled with love, joy, and anticipation for the future. Whether you’re considering a LaRead · 3 min
3 Tips For Newly Engaged Couples
No. 10 · Tips & Advice3 Tips For Newly Engaged CouplesDecember 4, 2024 · 2 min read
Top 10 Wedding Trends of 2025
No. 11 · InspirationTop 10 Wedding Trends of 2025December 3, 2024 · 3 min read
Wedding Weekends to Avoid in Las Vegas 2025
No. 12 · Tips & AdviceWedding Weekends to Avoid in Las Vegas 2025December 3, 2024 · 2 min read
How to Select the Right Venue for Your Wedding
No. 13 · Tips & AdviceHow to Select the Right Venue for Your WeddingFebruary 14, 2024 · 3 min read
Creating a Unique Wedding in Las Vegas
No. 14 · Tips & Advice · January 29, 2024Creating a Unique Wedding in Las VegasHave you been looking for that IT factor at your wedding? Wondering how to create a unique wedding? A customized wedding in Las Vegas that feels personal and reRead · 2 min
Working with a Las Vegas Wedding Planner
No. 15 · Tips & AdviceWorking with a Las Vegas Wedding PlannerJanuary 22, 2024 · 1 min read
3 Wedding Cake Alternatives
No. 16 · Inspiration3 Wedding Cake AlternativesJune 26, 2023 · 1 min read
Atypical Las Vegas Venues
No. 17 · Tips & AdviceAtypical Las Vegas VenuesJune 26, 2023 · 1 min read
5 Tips For The Busy Bride
No. 18 · Tips & Advice5 Tips For The Busy BrideJune 26, 2023 · 1 min read
5 Ways to Have a Charitable Wedding
No. 19 · Tips & Advice · June 19, 20235 Ways to Have a Charitable WeddingWeddings are a time for celebration, joy, and love. But what if your wedding could also make a positive impact on the world around you? With a few thoughtful chRead · 2 min
4 Reasons to Hire a Wedding Planner
No. 20 · Tips & Advice4 Reasons to Hire a Wedding PlannerJune 11, 2023 · 2 min read
3 Steps To Change Your Last Name
No. 21 · Tips & Advice3 Steps To Change Your Last NameJune 4, 2023 · 1 min read
How to Thank Your Vendors
No. 22 · Tips & AdviceHow to Thank Your VendorsMay 30, 2023 · 2 min read
How to Prepare for your Honeymoon
No. 23 · Tips & AdviceHow to Prepare for your HoneymoonMay 18, 2023 · 1 min read
3 Unique Registry Ideas
No. 24 · Tips & Advice · May 6, 20233 Unique Registry IdeasGone are the days of strolling the aisles of local department stores scanning items to add to your registry. Let’s discuss unique ideas and options to help you Read · 2 min
Rehearsal Dinner Etiquette
No. 25 · Tips & AdviceRehearsal Dinner EtiquetteApril 29, 2023 · 2 min read
5 Questions with Amelia C Co
No. 26 · Tips & Advice5 Questions with Amelia C CoJanuary 16, 2022 · 6 min read
How to Prepare for Your Ceremony Rehearsal
No. 27 · Tips & AdviceHow to Prepare for Your Ceremony RehearsalJanuary 2, 2022 · 4 min read
Kids at Weddings!
No. 28 · Tips & AdviceKids at Weddings!August 8, 2021 · 3 min read
What Does it Mean to be a Maid/Matron of Honor?
No. 29 · Tips & Advice · August 1, 2021What Does it Mean to be a Maid/Matron of Honor?It is such an honor to be asked to stand next to your dear friend s side as they say, I do! The role you’ll play as maid of honor or matron of honor is so speciRead · 3 min
How to Pick Your Wedding Party
No. 30 · Tips & AdviceHow to Pick Your Wedding PartyJuly 18, 2021 · 4 min read
Benefits of Having a First Look
No. 31 · Tips & AdviceBenefits of Having a First LookJuly 13, 2021 · 5 min read
Hiring a Las Vegas Wedding Day of Coordinator
No. 32 · Tips & AdviceHiring a Las Vegas Wedding Day of CoordinatorJuly 13, 2021 · 4 min read
How to Get Your Partner Involved
No. 33 · Tips & AdviceHow to Get Your Partner InvolvedJune 20, 2021 · 3 min read
Unique Las Vegas Wedding Venues
No. 34 · Tips & Advice · May 31, 2021Unique Las Vegas Wedding VenuesOne of the joys of wedding planning these days is that couples are choosing which traditions they want to honor instead of feeling that all the boxes of what thRead · 2 min
Should I hire a Las Vegas wedding band or wedding DJ?
No. 35 · Tips & AdviceShould I hire a Las Vegas wedding band or wedding DJ?April 25, 2021 · 3 min read
When and Where to Take your Las Vegas Engagement Photos
No. 36 · Tips & AdviceWhen and Where to Take your Las Vegas Engagement PhotosApril 18, 2021 · 3 min read
Let s Write The Next Chapter of Your Love Story!
No. 37 · Tips & AdviceLet s Write The Next Chapter of Your Love Story!March 14, 2021 · 2 min read
5 Tips for Your Stay at Home Valentine s Day
No. 38 · Celebrations5 Tips for Your Stay at Home Valentine s DayFebruary 9, 2021 · 2 min read
Insure a Day of Wedded Bliss
No. 39 · Tips & Advice · February 9, 2021Insure a Day of Wedded BlissNow, more than ever, it is highly recommended to obtain wedding insurance as soon as you secure your wedding date at your chosen wedding venue. Wedding insurancRead · 2 min
Our Production Schedule Has Final Say!
No. 40 · Tips & AdviceOur Production Schedule Has Final Say!January 13, 2021 · 2 min read
2021 Pantone Color of the Year
No. 41 · Inspiration10 Years of Pantone s Colors of the YearDecember 14, 2020 · 3 min read
Las Vegas wedding planner
No. 42 · Scheme NewsMeet The Girls: CourtneyDecember 7, 2020 · 3 min read
Las Vegas wedding planner
No. 43 · Scheme NewsMeet the Girls: TaraNovember 29, 2020 · 2 min read
Las Vegas wedding planners
No. 44 · Scheme News · November 29, 2020Welcome to the Scheme Events blog!Hi Schemers! We are pleased to welcome you to our Las Vegas wedding planning and design blog. You will find wedding etiquette, tips and advice, inspiration, feaRead · 2 min
5 Tips For Postponing Your Wedding
No. 45 · Gifting5 Tips For Postponing Your WeddingMay 25, 2020 · 2 min read
News 3 Las Vegas Features Celebration Box
No. 46 · GiftingNews 3 Las Vegas Features Celebration BoxMay 12, 2020 · 1 min read
Menu Recipes Included in Your Virtual Wedding Gift Box
No. 47 · GiftingMenu Recipes Included in Your Virtual Wedding Gift BoxMay 6, 2020 · 1 min read
Celebration Box by Scheme Events
No. 48 · GiftingCelebration Box by Scheme EventsMay 5, 2020 · 3 min read
Vegas with LOVE
No. 49 · Scheme News · April 28, 2020Vegas with LOVEI m thrilled to be a part of Layer s of Luxe s vision of sharing our Vegas passion for the return of weddings in our city. We are here patiently waiting to celeRead · 1 min
Southern Highlands Country Club Wedding: Megan Tripp
No. 50 · Real WeddingsSouthern Highlands Country Club Wedding: Megan TrippApril 1, 2020 · 1 min read
Wedding at The Smith Center with Scheme Events
No. 51 · Real WeddingsThe Smith Center Wedding: Princess and RyanMarch 24, 2020 · 1 min read
Reflection Bay Lake Las Vegas Wedding: Alexa and Justin
No. 52 · Real WeddingsReflection Bay Lake Las Vegas Wedding: Alexa and JustinJune 12, 2019 · 1 min read
Featured on Let s Bee Together with Revere Golf Club and Kristen Marie Weddings
No. 53 · InspirationFeatured on Let s Bee Together with Revere Golf Club and Kristen Marie WeddingsMay 22, 2019 · 2 min read
Royalton Riviera Maya Cancun Mexico Wedding: Jordan and James
No. 54 · Destinations · May 2, 2019Royalton Riviera Maya Cancun Mexico Wedding: Jordan and JamesA destination wedding planner was never a title I longed for, but Jordan and James changed my perception forever. Their destination wedding in Cancun Mexico wasRead · 1 min
Wedding Inspiration at The Doyle Las Vegas
No. 55 · InspirationWedding Inspiration at The Doyle Las VegasMarch 27, 2019 · 1 min read
Casa de Shenandoah with Chelsea Nicole Photography
No. 56 · InspirationCasa de Shenandoah with Chelsea Nicole PhotographyMarch 7, 2019 · 1 min read
The Smith Center Wedding: Christina and Pierre
No. 57 · Real WeddingsThe Smith Center Wedding: Christina and PierreFebruary 20, 2019 · 1 min read
Timeless Wedding Day Trends Featured on Hey Wedding Lady
No. 58 · InspirationTimeless Wedding Day Trends Featured on Hey Wedding LadyFebruary 14, 2019 · 1 min read
Chateau Nightclub Paris Hotel Wedding: Julia and Josh
No. 59 · Real Weddings · February 6, 2019Chateau Nightclub Paris Hotel Wedding: Julia and JoshJulia and Josh were love at first site for me! I ve never had more fun planning someone s wedding. We laughed, we joked and we became friends. It was such a pleRead · 1 min
Where it all began
No. 60 · The BookWhere it all beganJanuary 31, 2019 · 2 min read
Scheme Events Planning by The Book Live! A Bridal Masterclass
No. 61 · The BookScheme Events Planning by The Book Live! A Bridal MasterclassJanuary 1, 2019 · 1 min read

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