Wedding at Sugar Beach Events in Hawaii

Jessica and Dustin had a full-circle moment when they met while vacationing in Maui years ago, so it only made sense to come back here for their wedding. But before they made it official, Dustin set the bar high with a proposal at the Cliffs of Moher in Ireland. With an engagement like that, their wedding had to be just as unforgettable. And it was. They chose Sugar Beach Events in Kihei, an oceanfront venue—with laid-back island vibes and a touch of elegance. It has a private estate feel with a ceremony spot steps from the water. Plus, we didn’t even have to leave for sunset photos—we just walked right outside, and boom: golden hour right on the sand.

their oceanfront wedding ceremony at sugar beach events

Jessica and Dustin made their beautiful Hawaiian wedding theirs. The florals were tropical and lush. The weather was classic Maui—warm, sunny, and with just enough breeze. The guest list was packed with friends and family who flew in from all over, ready to celebrate island-style.

The ceremony was everything you’d want from a Maui wedding. The waves rolled in behind them, palm trees swaying, surrounded by their favorite humans, getting married in a place that meant so much to them.

Wedding ceremony setup at sugar beach events in Hawaii

Wedding ceremony at Sugar Beach Events in Hawaii

The reception and sunset photos

If there’s one thing destination weddings do best, it’s getting people out of their everyday routines and into celebration mode. Jessica and Dustin’s reception was no exception—laughter, unreal island food, sunset views, and a party on the dance floor. People were soaking up every second.
This crowd came ready to celebrate. And my favorite detail was the beverage napkins with their cat’s face on them. If your furry best friend can’t make the trip, this is the next best thing.

One of the biggest perks of Sugar Beach Events is you don’t have to jump in a car and chase the sunset—it’s right there. So, after the ceremony, we stepped out onto the sand and let Maui do what Maui does best. The sunset was beautiful, and Jessica and Dustin had their first quiet moments as newlyweds.

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Bride and groom portraits on the beach in Kihei, Maui

Tropical wedding reception table settings at Sugar Beach Events in Hawaii

Bride and grooms cat cameo beverage napkins

Wedding reception at Sugar Beach Events in Hawaii

why sugar beach events is a great maui wedding venue

This place wins if you dream of a Hawaiian wedding that feels effortless but looks straight out of a magazine. It has:

A private oceanfront location that makes for stunning ceremonies and easy sunset portraits
A seamless indoor-outdoor setup, so you get the best of both worlds
The perfect spot for destination weddings, where guests can truly relax and soak up the experience

Jessica and Dustin’s wedding was beautiful, fun, and full of love without feeling overproduced. If you’re considering a Sugar Beach Events wedding and want a photographer who knows the spot and the island, you know where to find me.