Warm golden light, vows read in two languages, and a sunset that felt straight out of a dream. Kayla & Arthur’s Hauser Hall wedding in Heidelberg, Ontario (just outside of Kitchener-Waterloo), was everything you’d want in a countryside celebration.


These two live in Ottawa now, but they met out west in Calgary. When it came time to plan their wedding, they brought everyone back near Kayla’s family home to celebrate. Arthur’s family even flew in from Brazil, making the day feel extra special with everyone together in one place.

Hauser Hall Wedding Venue – Photographer’s Perspective


Hauser Hall is such a gem for weddings in Heidelberg, Ontario. From a photographer’s perspective, it’s a dream venue because it gives you two totally different vibes in one location. The upstairs space is bright with high ceilings, amazing for natural light ceremonies and first dances. The downstairs reception area feels intimate and moody with its lamp-lit tables and window views. And then you step outside to the countryside and fields, which give you that timeless golden-hour backdrop.


If you’re planning a Hauser Hall wedding, it’s a venue that really delivers on variety while keeping everything in one place.

Outdoor entrance sign for Hauser Hall in Kitchener, Ontario with landscaped rock garden and evergreen trees.
Stone church exterior with Gothic windows and red door against bright blue sky on sunny day Hauser Hall in Kitchener, Ontario.
Stone church building with Gothic architecture features Hauser Hall in Kitchener, Ontario.
Chapel-style space with wooden beam ceiling, chandeliers, and rows of chairs for ceremony seating at Hauser Hall in Kitchener, Ontario.
Wedding chapel interior with vaulted wooden ceiling, white walls, and elegant chandeliers at Hauser Hall in Kitchener, Ontario.
Wide angle shot of a wedding reception hall with ornate ceiling and moody lighting at at Hauser Hall in Kitchener, Ontario.
Elegant reception venue with ornate ceiling details and romantic mood lighting at at Hauser Hall in Kitchener, Ontario.
Panoramic view of an elegant wedding reception venue with tin ceiling and ambient lighting at at Hauser Hall in Kitchener, Ontario.
Elegant wedding setup with dark wooden tables, stone walls, and warm lighting, an intimate atmosphere at Hauser Hall in Kitchener, Ontario.
Formal table setting with gold charger plates and white napkins in a rustic stone-walled dining room at Hauser Hall in Kitchener, Ontario.

The Ceremony at Hauser Hall


Hauser Hall is a little chapel-like building set in the countryside near St. Jacobs, Ontario. The upstairs space is bright, airy, and perfect for a ceremony filled with natural light. Kayla & Arthur shared personalized vows, and Kayla even read hers in Portuguese, a nod to Arthur’s heritage. It was such a powerful moment to witness.


Cocktail hour flowed right there in the same space, transitioning later into dancing under the high ceilings.


Reception in the Coziest Basement


The downstairs of Hauser Hall has such a unique vibe, it’s darker and more intimate, but lined with windows so it doesn’t feel closed in. The tables were set with little lamps that gave the whole reception a cozy, glowing atmosphere. It was the perfect contrast to the airy upstairs, and honestly one of my favorite setups to photograph.

Groom walks down the aisle with his parents in the chapel room surrounded by guests and yellow florals at Hauser Hall in Kitchener, Ontario.
Bride gets ready to walk down the aisle in the back corner of the chapel room at Hauser Hall in Kitchener, Ontario.
Groom standing at the front of the ceremony smiles when he sees his bride for the first time at Hauser Hall in Kitchener, Ontario.
Bride walks down aisle with parents in rustic chapel with vaulted ceilings, chandeliers and yellow florals at Hauser Hall in Kitchener.
Close up of bride and groom holding hands during wedding ceremony exchange at Hauser Hall in Kitchener, Ontario.
Bride and groom during wedding ceremony with decorative arch and floral garland decorations at Hauser Hall in Kitchener, Ontario.
Bride and groom hold hands during their ceremony under ornate arched alcove with greenery and florals at Hauser Hall in Kitchener.
Bride reading her personalized vows at Hauser Hall in Kitchener, Ontario.
Emotional reactions during wedding vows ceremony in an elegant white chapel setting at Hauser Hall in Kitchener, Ontario.
Wedding ceremony with couple standing under ornate white archway with greenery decorations at Hauser Hall in Kitchener, Ontario.

Sunset in the Fields at hauser hall


Right behind Hauser Hall is a wide-open field, and that’s where we got the most incredible golden sunset. After a day packed with energy and emotion, this was Kayla & Arthur’s chance to just breathe, be together, and soak in the fact that they had just gotten married. It was hands-down one of my favorite parts of their day.

Newlyweds share a romantic kiss in front the wooden building at the back of Hauser Hall in Kitchener, Ontario.
Bride and groom embrace in front of the historic stone and wood building at Hauser Hall in Kitchener, Ontario.
Bride and groom snuggle their heads close together while bride showcases her rings and flowers at Hauser Hall in Kitchener, Ontario.
Bride and groom rest foreheads together sharing in each others laughter behind the rustic building at Hauser Hall in Kitchener, Ontario.
Bride and groom share a private conversation away from guests in the first beside Hauser Hall in Kitchener, Ontario.
Bride and groom share a quiet moment away from guests in the grass field beside the rustic building of Hauser Hall in Kitchener, Ontario.
Bride and groom laughing together outside Hauser Hall in Kitchener, Ontario.
Groom embraces his bride in a tight hug from behind with the rustic building of Hauser Hall in Kitchener, Ontario behind them.
Happy couple walks hand in hand outside the rustic building of Hauser Hall in Kitchener, Ontario.
Bride and groom share a tender and romantic moment on the lawn beside Hauser Hall in Kitchener, Ontario.

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Artistic macro shot of wedding rings with dramatic lighting and bokeh effects at Hauser Hall in Kitchener, Ontario.
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Planner/Co-ordinator: Style and Elegance Wedding and Events

Band/DJ: Exclusive Vibez

Florist: Mapleton Acres

Dress Designer/Shop: Gina's Closet

Caterer: Kennedy's

Cake Designer: Artsy at Heartsy