The 3C Wedding At The Westin Columbus
The Unique 3C Reception at The Westin Columbus
A Stunning & Unique Wedding Reception at the Westin Great Southern Columbus
When you think of “3C” in Ohio, you usually picture Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati. But for Kayla & Adam’s wedding reception at the Westin Great Southern Columbus, the “3C” meant something entirely different—Cookies, CO2, and Celine Dion!
As a Columbus wedding DJ, I’ve been part of so many unforgettable nights at the Westin, but this one truly stood out. From the ballroom setup to the surprises, this reception had its own personality—and I loved every second of it.
So you know that we’ve done some incredible wedding receptions at the Westin Columbus over the years, and we thought we had seen it all. But this reception had a few ‘first’ for us, along with a few surprises, and a fantastic ending which all combine for a very unique reception.
A Unique Ballroom Setup at the Westin Columbus
The ballroom at the Westin Great Southern Hotel is already gorgeous, but Kayla & Adam took things to another level. Instead of the usual layout, they placed the dance floor right in the center of the room. It gave the entire reception such a fun, modern energy.
Their long head table along the side wall added to the dramatic look. Combined with our custom décor lighting, the whole room glowed in their wedding colors and highlighted the classic architecture of the Westin. It was absolutely breathtaking!
Photo Booth Fun That Guests Loved
We set up the photo booth in a side room instead of the main ballroom, and it ended up being one of the best decisions of the night. Guests were lined up during cocktail hour and kept coming back throughout the evening. By the end of the reception, we had hundreds of hilarious and sweet photos.
Every single picture was instantly shared with the couple—such a fun way for them to look back at all the laughter and memories from their big day.
A New Twist: Guest Music Requests by Text
One of the newest services we brought to this wedding was our text-in song request system. Guests could send us their music requests straight from their phones, and it was a HUGE hit. We received way more requests than expected, which kept the dance floor packed and the energy high all night long.
The 3C Wedding Reception
Now for what made this night truly unique—the “3Cs.”
🍪 Cookies
The bride’s Pittsburgh roots meant a cookie table—and wow, was it impressive! This tradition brings out dozens of homemade and bakery-fresh cookies, and Kayla’s family went all out. Guests couldn’t stop raving about the endless sweet options.
🎉 CO2 Cannon
This was the very first time we brought our brand-new CO2 cannon to a wedding reception. Instead of surprising the guests myself, I handed it off to the bride and groom. Watching them blast the crowd with excitement (literally!) was unforgettable. Even the bride’s mom took a turn, and the photos were priceless.
🎶 Celine Dion
And finally—the ending. How you end your reception matters. Most couples go for classics like Friends In Low Places, Closing Time or Shut Up and Dance. But Kayla & Adam went bold and chose Celine Dion’s “It’s All Coming Back to Me Now.”
I’ll admit, I wasn’t sure how it would go over. But it was MAGIC. The dance floor filled with guests circled around the couple, belting out every lyric at the top of their lungs. "BABY BABY BABY WHEN YOU TOUCH ME LIKE THIS….ITS ALL COMING BACK TO ME NOW!” It was emotional, joyful, and completely unforgettable.
I don’t even like Celine Dion, but yet I had that song on repeat in my head all the drive home….sigh….. but it will be a very good memory!
Why I Loved This Westin Columbus Wedding
As a wedding DJ in Columbus, I always tell my couples: the best receptions reflect YOUR personality. Kayla & Adam nailed that with their creative setup, fun surprises, and the perfect ending.
If you’re planning a wedding at the Westin Great Southern Columbus (or anywhere in Central Ohio) and want your reception to feel just as unique and unforgettable, I’d love to help you make it happen.
👉 Planning your wedding in Central Ohio? Let’s chat about how we can create the perfect soundtrack for your dream reception.
Westin Columbus Wedding
First Dance Song:
"Whatever It Is" - Zac Brown Band
Father-Daughter Song:
"You'll Be In My Heart" - Phil Collins
Groom-Mother Song:
"Humble & Kind" - Tim McGraw
