A Timeless Celebration at The Parthenon Nashville: Honoring Joshua Stafford & Ella Werthan
There is something truly magical about an evening at The Parthenon in Nashville, TN—especially when you pair its historic grandeur with a couple whose vision is rooted in elegance, intentionality, and genuine joy. The Celebration of Joshua Stafford and Ella Werthan was exactly that: timeless, elevated, and filled with unforgettable design moments that beautifully honored both their love story and their families.
At Charlie Grey Events, we thrive when a client places their full trust in our expertise. Josh and Ella did just that—which allowed us to bring forward a celebration layered with personalized details, exceptionally curated experiences, and a seamless flow from cocktail hour all the way through their late-night Broadway send-off.
A Venue Steeped in History: The Parthenon, Nashville, TN
Hosting a wedding celebration inside The Parthenon offers one of the most striking backdrops in the city. Towering columns, rich Greek-inspired architecture, and sweeping interior spaces created the perfect canvas for this luxurious, modern-classic event. Every detail—lighting, florals, lounges, signage, music—was intentionally designed to complement the historic grandeur of the venue.
Cocktail Hour: Elevated Mingling with Music City Strings
Guests arrived to a warm, sophisticated cocktail hour featuring:
Artisanal cocktails curated by Cocktail & Key
Stationary appetizers by Five Senses Catering
A luxurious lounge design from Curated Events
High-top tables and intimate seating nooks, tastefully dressed with florals and candlelight
Live string performance by Music City Strings, setting an elegant, romantic tone
The space felt inviting and alive—encouraging guests to explore, mingle, and soak in the design details while anticipating the evening ahead.
Reception: Flowing Dinner Stations, Heartfelt Speeches & a Packed Dance Floor
Transitioning into the main celebration, Josh and Ella wanted a reception that felt warm, communal, and full of movement. Instead of a traditional plated dinner, we partnered with Five Senses Catering to create interactive dinner stations that kept guests mingling and tasting throughout the evening.
The setup, enhanced with EventWorks bars, chairs, and linens plus tabletop and glassware from Curated Events, complemented the Parthenon’s architecture while allowing for a modern social dining experience.
Echoes of Eden transformed the space with extraordinary floral arrangements—distinctive blooms, layered textures, and thoughtful placement that softened the large venue and added romance at every turn.
When Josh and Ella shared heartfelt thank-you speeches with their family and friends, the room fell silent—an intimate pause before the dance floor officially opened with JD Twoee, who kept guests celebrating all night long.
Custom Branding & Signage: Rosie Days Collective
The couple’s personal style was brought to life with bespoke signage and branded touches created by Rosie Days Collective. These custom elements tied the entire event together—from welcome signage to bar menus to small detail moments that guests continued to rave about throughout the night.
Late Night Snacks & A Broadway Send-Off
As the dance floor stayed full, Five Senses Catering and a crowd-favorite surprise—Taco Bell late night snacks—kept guests energized.
After the final song, guests boarded Signature Transportation shuttle buses for the most authentic Nashville ending:
a late-night honky-tonk celebration on Broadway.
It was the perfect finale—fun, vibrant, and unmistakably Nashville.
Vendor Team That Made the Magic Possible
A celebration of this caliber requires a dream team:
EventWorks – Bars, chairs, linens
Curated Events – Lounge furniture, tabletop, glassware
Photography – Stephanie Bullock Photography
Bar Experience – Cocktail & Key
Catering – Five Senses Catering
Late Night Surprise – Taco Bell
Signage & Branding – Rosie Days Collective
Floral Design – Echoes of Eden
Entertainment – JD Twoee (reception), Music City Strings (cocktail hour)
Transportation – Signature Transportation
Luxury Linens - BBJ La Tavola
Venue – The Parthenon Nashville
A Celebration Rooted in Trust, Detail & Joy
Planning for Josh and Ella was an honor. Their willingness to trust our process allowed us to craft a celebration filled with artistry, intention, and elevated guest experiences from start to finish.
At Charlie Grey Events, these are the celebrations we live for—where design meets seamless execution, where love and family take center stage, and where every detail works together to create an unforgettable Nashville experience.
