We recommend cocktail attire, for a touch of elegance. However, dress in what works for you! Some may want to show up in full suits, others may want to dress lighter for the potential hot weather. We'll be just happy to see everyone.

Thank you so much for your generosity! We request that any gifts or cards be given to us at the reception at Caffe Luna, not at the ceremony.

Please aim to arrive around 3:45pm to ensure everyone has time to be seated. We will begin the ceremony promptly at 4:15pm.

JC Raulston does have some limited parking next to the visitor center, including three handicap spots. We expect these to fill up quickly. If you are able, there is ample parking on Beryl Road, the street right outside the Arboretum. Make sure to watch for a few "No Parking" signs in front of entrances! If the handicap spots are filled and someone in your car needs a closer spot, there is a drop-off circle. The driver can then park on the street afterward and walk into the Arboretum.

If it rains, we have a backup plan to keep everyone dry indoors. We won't make anyone sit outside in the rain!

Stick around a bit for photos with us first! Afterward, that's free time for your choice. Some people may want to return to their hotel to freshen up, while others might enjoy exploring the other areas of JC Raulston Arboretum. Caffe Luna will open to guests at 6pm sharp. If you'd like to head to the area early, you can walk around downtown Raleigh nearby to Caffe Luna, or check out Watts & Ward - an underground bar beneath Caffe Luna!

Caffe Luna will open at 6pm sharp for guests. Brian and Alice will arrive at 6:15pm to kick of introductions and dinner.

There are multiple parking decks around the area that have reasonable rates. Our favorite is the "Wilmington Street Station Parking Garage" located at 124 S Blount St, Raleigh, NC 27601. Coming down S Blount St, it will be on your right. It is approximately 1 block from Caffe Luna.

Yes! At Caffe Luna, there will be a lovely Italian buffet. Since it's a buffet, we do not need any food preferences from guests as we hope to have something for everyone.

No, we encourage guests to look around for the best rates, no matter what hotel that may be. This website lists ones suggested to us by our wedding planner. We'll personally be staying at The Casso the night before and after the wedding.