Harmon's Horse Drawn Carriages + White Mares for Baraats 4.8 out of 5.0 4.8/5.0
Serving Metro DC, VA, MD for Traditional & So Asian Weddings
14488 Weeping Willow Lane, Brandy Station, VA 22714
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540-825-6707
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Services: Transportation
Established: 1974
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Endorsements
I've photographed many weddings over the years where Harmon's Carriages were present. They add such a touch of class to an event, and of course make for very nice photos. Their staff is always pleasant and very eager to help get just the right shot. I would highly recommend Harmon's Carriages!! Ron at Jones Photography.
Beautiful horses, reliable and talented people. These horse will be an asset at any wedding, or function where the guest may need to be transported from one spot to another.
Harmon's is THE place to go when considering a horse or carriage. Midge is the only person we refer our clients too. The quality, dependability, customer service they offer can not be beat. When you see a picture of a horse or carriage on our website, or in our showroom,you can bet it is from Harmon's.
Midge Harmon is nationally recognized as a highly qualified trainer of draft horses. She, her staff, horses and carriages are very well prepared to make your carriage ride safe and memorable. Add a beautiful touch to your wedding!
Harmon's Horse Drawn Carriages are the ONLY place to go when you want a horse drawn carriage for your wedding! The Harmon's are not only wonderful to work with, they turn out the most beautiful horses with lovely braiding and just wonderful carriages. Their staff is always professional, safe and very reliable. Their horses are quiet, lovely and gentle. They really are the best and we just love them!
Harmon's Carriages are one of a kind!! They add a beautifully elegant touch to any occasion.
Week after week I have the pleasure of photographing weddings that have a Harmon carriage as part of the day's experience. They are exciting, beautiful horses and carriages. The drivers are always dressed to the nines and make sure the guests have a great time. The Belgian Horses are truly wonderful and well behaved. Midge Harmon makes sure each horse is perfectly groomed with braided manes, etc. In short they create an exciting easily photographed opportunity for you and your guests to enjoy and remember. I get excited everytime I see them at an event. Don Harper at The Edge Photography Studio

Belmont Country Club
Great Carriages with great people!
Professional, reliable, on time and easy to work with. I use them every time.
Cindy (the white mare) is absolutely the most elegant horse diva you will ever find. She is a star who never looses her cool no matter how loud the dhol beats or how nervous the groom seems. Midge is the consummate planner. Midge, if you ever decide to get in onthe wedding planning side of the business, I hope you join our team-we would love to have you.

Frequently Asked Questions for Transportation
What types of cars do you have in your fleet?
Horse and Carriage
 
Describe your fleet and drivers:
6 passenger Maroon & Black Vis-a-Vis Carriages driven by coachman in formal attire. Horses braided, flagged & decorated to match carriages. Carriages pulled by Single or team of 2 Belgian Draft Horses. Serving Metro DC, VA, MD as far south as Fredericksburg & Charlottesville & west to Winchester & Front Royal. Our White Vis-a-Vis Carriage is sometimes available.
 
What (if any) amenities are your vehicles equipped with?
For South Asian Grooms Procession or Baraats the White Mares wear ornate brocade horse costumes. Come with saddle, bridle and formally attired handler to lead the mare while the Groom is riding in Baraat.
 
Describe any special wedding packages you offer:
White mare for the Groom to ride in South Asian Grooms Processions or Baraats.
 
Do you charge for travel time?
Yes, there is now a Gas Surcharge for all events.
 
What is your overtime rate?
$200 per hour
 
What (if any) associations are you a member of?
Carriage Operators of No America, Hunt Country Celebrations, Shenandoah Wedding Professionals, Alexandria & Loudoun Convention & Visitors Assns, Fauquier, Culpeper, & Charlottesville Chamber of Commerces

Additional Questions and Answers
How fast does a horse travel?  Averages about 4 mph in town traffic
When is a team required?  If going over 2 miles or if route has a lot of hills.
Are all the accessories for the South Asian White Mare provided?  Yes, Brocade horse costume, saddle, bridle, lead & handler in formal attire.
What is done about manure.  All of our horses including the white mares wear horse diapers to take care of the problem.
Does the company have insurance.  Yes, $1,000,000 in liability insurance.
If venues a long distance apart can carriage be reloaded and taken to second venue?  Yes, but there is a Reload fee as well as the extra hours fees.
Can the carriages be decorated.  Yes, your florist can add bows or flowers that are quickly tied on with floral fuzzies.  The horses are already braided & flagged.

Tips and Advice
If you want to use a carriage you must consider the distance you will have to travel as a horse only goes about 4 mph.  You must also factor in the time it will take to make the trip in your schedule for your day.