The Night Before

Carrigan Farms

Wedding Day

Our Wedding

Our Story

Lauren and Jackson met in September of 2020 when they were invited to lunch by their mutual friend, Emily. Little did either of them know that this was supposed to be a set-up. After lunch, Emily created a group chat in hopes they would sidebar &amp; start their own conversation. Weeks later, Emily was very presistant with wanting them to spend time together encouraging Lauren to reach out. To much of Lauren's surprise Jackson agreed to meet up with her and some of her friends to watch NFL football. After a Sunday funday, Jackson asked Lauren on their first date so he could prove he did indeed have clothes other than his beloved Steelers' gear.

How we met

Jackson proposed on September 20, 2025. Emily (of course) had asked Lauren to meet her for happy hour. There in the same restaurant in the exact same booth where Lauren and Jackson first met in 2020, he got down on one knee and asked her to marry him. It was the easiest "yes" of her life!

The Proposal

This is Us

Photos

Lindsey Coulliette

Jennifer Wilson

Kari Morrison

Mary Catherine Morrison

Mo Donohue

Krystal Miller

Leland Coulliette

Caroline Couliette

Dain Clark

Kyle Strickland

Alex Strickland

Garrett Creasman

Randy Sharpe

Greg Martin

Millie Griner

Gracie Griner

Holton Davis

Josh Corbett

Emily Mooneyham

Matthew Phillips

Wedding Party

Q + A

We have a room block reserved at Hilton Garden Inn located a little over 7 miles from Carrigan Farms and 4 miles from downtown Mooresville. Booking your room is simple, just click on the link below and select "Book a Room" by April 2, 2026 to receive our group's preferred rate. Rooms are available for Thursday and Friday night, please pay close attention to the date at the top of the page when booking to make sure you have the right date.

Hilton Garden Inn Charlotte/Mooresville

We have another room block reserved at Hampton Inn and Suites located a little over 6 miles from Carrigan Farms and 3.3 miles from downtown Mooresville. To make a reservation, simply click on the link below. Rooms must be reserved by March 31, 2026 to receive our group's preferred rate. Rooms are available for Thursday and Friday night. You can also call 1-800-HILTONS and mention the Thompson &amp; Jackson Wedding or use the unique code 911 to make a reservation at our group rate.

Hampton Inn & Suites Mooresville/Lake Norman

For all the Marriott Rewards members, we also have a room block at TownePlace Suites located a little over 6 miles from Carrigan Farms and 4 miles from downtown Mooresville. To make a reservation, simply click on the link below. Rooms must be reserved by March 31, 2026 to receive our group's preferred rate. Rooms are available for Thursday and Friday night.

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Charlotte Mooresville

Hotels

With over 140,000 square feet, The Pit is your place to gather with friends to experience the adrenaline rush of indoor kart racing. They offer high-speed go-karts, over 65 arcade games, 4 billiard tables, laser tag, black light mini-golf, bumper cars and more.

The Pit Indoor Kart Racing

Established in 1990, the farmers market is your one stop shope for fruits, vegetables, glass bottled milk, cheeses, ice cream, local meats, fresh seafood and homemade baked goods. They also offer a selection of outdoor Amish furniture and Mennonite crafted storage buildings.

Josh's Farmers Market

A drive through safari experience to educate in an entertaining way. Home to over 750 animals from 6 different continents, they care for birds, domestic farm animals and exotic species. They are committed to the preservation and recovery of several endangered species such as the Grevy Zebra, Scimitar Horned Oryx and Ring-Tailed Lemur.

Lazy 5 Ranch

Located 40 miles north of Charlotte, Lake Norman State Park is home to the Itusi Trail, a 31 mile popular mountain biking trail. The park is located on the largest manmade lake within the state of NC, and covers about 17 miles of its northern shoreline. Here you can enjoy quiet fishing spots, paddling, hiking, swimming and picnicking.

Lake Norman State Park

Buzzing with unique boutiques, delectable dining, energetic entrepreneurs and heaps of southern charm, downtown Mooresville always has something happening. Locally owned restaurants and watering holes offer fresh foods, crafted brews, delicious drinks, flavorful wines and tasty desserts sure to please any palette. No matter where you wander, you will be welcomed with small-town friendly service.

Downtown Mooresville

The perfect cafe to meet up with friends and family to enjoy brunch, a coffee or sweet treat.

Dulcet and Delish Cafe

An infectious restaurant offering sustainable seafood, a robust raw bar, hand-crafted cocktails, a savory menu and world-class hospitality.

Savannah Oyster Company

Epic Chophouse has been committed to excellence since 2010, creating an unparalleled fine-dining atmosphere where unmatched service, exceptional value, and exquisite food come together to craft a truly special dining experience. Reservations are not required, but highly recommended.

Epic Chophouse

At Murto Made Distillery, they only use the highest quality ingredients to produce their premium local spirits. Taking pride in every bottle each run is truly small batch from their 200 gal still in Huntersville and 55 gal still in Mooresville. They offer a full-service bar and a wide selection of cocktails made using their vodka, rum, tequila and whiskey.

Murto Made Distillery

Eat. Sleep. Dive. Repeat! Dive Bar is North Carolina's premier arcade bar with the Mooresville location being the OG basement sensation offering a full bar, billiard tables, flat screen TVs, Golden Tee golf, retro arcade games, photo booth, claw games, skee-ball and much much more.

Dive Bar Mooresville

Featuring around 20 unique and tasty beers along with mead and ciders at any time. They offer malty, hoppy, dark and light on tap - so whatever your preferred style is, they'll have something for you to enjoy.

Ghostface Brewing Brewery & Pizzeria

A vibrant dining experience with homemade dishes inspired by the flavors of Italy paired with a curated selection of wines and craft beers.

Lauren & Jonathan

Lauren & Jonathan

L&J

Wedding Day