Love Stories: Kendrin and Matt

In the heart of Ann Arbor, where the Huron River flows and memories are made, Kendrin and Matt found each other in a serendipitous love story that led them to their dream wedding at The Circ Bar and Root (now Rabbit Hole).

Their journey began with a chance encounter in the middle of the Huron River during a float trip. From that moment, their connection grew, and their first kiss unfolded on the dance floor at LIVE, marking the beginning of a beautiful romance.

As an Ann Arbor couple, Kendrin and Matt shared a deep connection to the city’s vibrant spirit. When the time came to choose a venue for their big day, they knew it had to be an Ann Arbor gem.

Their search led them to The Circ Bar and Root, a place they had frequented for football games and nights out back when it was Circus Bar & Billiards and Cavern Club. The discovery that the venue hosted weddings was a delightful surprise. Upon touring the venue, they fell in love with its all-in-one space, particularly the enchanting basement level that was Root and the Mural Courtyard.

Unfortunately, their preferred wedding date was blocked in the calendar due to a scheduled UM/MSU home game. However, COVID had other plans, and the game got rescheduled to a different weekend; fate seemed to smile on them for their dream venue and date. As a UM and MSU grad couple, it felt like destiny had intervened to make their celebration even more special.

Their wedding day unfolded with countless memorable moments, each reflecting the couple’s profound love for Ann Arbor as they seamlessly incorporated various elements of the city’s charm and culture into every aspect of their celebration.

Kendrin got ready in a mobile Hair and Makeup studio outside the venue, while Matt and their son prepared downstairs in Root. With her closest friends and family, Kendrin also finalized her bridal look upstairs in the Bridal Suite.

Their ceremony in the Mural Courtyard was a stunning affair, followed by a photo session on the railroad tracks during cocktail hour upstairs on the Lounge and Roof Deck.

The reception in the Circ bar was a sight to behold, with decorations perfectly matching the venue’s aesthetic. Copper table rings, copper pipe table numbers, farmhouse tables, and the venue’s hightops created a charming atmosphere.

The celebration concluded in Root with dancing (including the couple’s first dance!), desserts in the form of a spectacular donut display from Washtenaw Dairy on the dry bar, alongside favors from The Brinery and Cherry Republic.

Lastly, in true Ann Arborite fashion, the couple opted for a unique Boober cab ride to journey back home after their celebration.

Kendrin and Matt continue to celebrate their love every year with a lovely tradition of visiting their wedding venue every year on their anniversary. Their wedding day remains a cherished chapter in their love story—a tale of serendipity, shared laughter, and the enchantment of Ann Arbor’s magic.