Bride and Groom Suites at Bowing Oaks

The ceremony, the food, the dancing... they’re all unforgettable parts of a wedding day. But there’s something truly special about those quiet, joy-filled moments before it all begins.

Getting ready isn’t just about hair and makeup, or whiskey and cigars. It’s the laughter with your friends, the calming words from Mom, the final deep breath before “I do.” At Bowing Oaks, our getting-ready suites are designed to make those moments just as memorable.

Heather Canada Randall, MWP

After working in the hospitality industry, Heather Canada Randall founded First Coast Weddings in 2002. Heather is nationally recognized by the Association of Bridal Consultants as a top wedding planner. In addition to overseeing First Coast Weddings, she is the Sales & Marketing Director for Bowing Oaks, a Jacksonville wedding venue. A graduate of Flagler College, Heather is a sought-after wedding industry speaker and advisor to other planners across the country.