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From the Mississippi to the Missouri

Your Midwest Love Story Starts Here

The ultimate guide to saying "I Do" in Iowa. Discover local venues, talented vendors, and rustic inspiration for your perfect day.

Free Interactive Planning Tools

Downloadable, printable, and completely free.

Private & Secure: We do not save your data. Please Print or Save as PDF.

Start Here Guide

The 101 roadmap from "Yes" to "I Do" in Iowa.

Master Checklist

Interactive 12-month task manager and Vendor Team.

Budget Planner

Track estimates vs. actual spend. Stay out of debt.

Guest Tracker

Manage RSVPs, meal choices, and thank you notes.

Find Local Pros

Browse our curated directory of the best wedding professionals across Iowa.

Serving Couples Across the Heartland

Western Iowa

Council Bluffs • Sioux City • Le Mars • Spencer • Storm Lake • Denison • Carroll • Atlantic • Glenwood • Harlan

Central Iowa

Des Moines • Ames • Ankeny • West Des Moines • Urbandale • Johnston • Marshalltown • Newton • Boone • Indianola

Eastern Iowa

Cedar Rapids • Iowa City • Davenport • Dubuque • Waterloo • Cedar Falls • Bettendorf • Muscatine • Burlington • Clinton

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Happily Ever Iowa really free?

Yes. Our planning tools and vendor directory are 100% free for couples. We are supported by our featured partners and a small annual listing fee from vendors.

How do I save my budget and checklist?

Because we value your privacy, we don't store data on our servers. Simply click the "Print / Save as PDF" button within each tool, or download the CSV to upload to your Google Drive.

Can I list my wedding business?

Absolutely. We love supporting local Iowa vendors. Click the button below to join our network.

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