Biltwell Event Center

Rehearsal Dinner

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Our Wedding

Our Story

Engagement Photoshoot

Ian Gagich

Diana and Amanda often get confused for each other due to their similar looks. Fun fact: Diana has known Amanda the longest out of the entire wedding party. In fact, Diana has known Amanda since Amanda's birth. 
Sister

Diana Arand

Joe Arand

Laura is Amanda's younger sister and is often thought to be older by bystanders due to her elevated height. Fun fact: Amanda and Laura played on the same sports teams growing up. 
Sister

Laura Arand

Jon Levy

Amanda Arand

Tom Arand

Alison Florek

Andy Burton

Liz Gislain

Austin Gaines

Michelle Morris

Kody Presswood

Taylor Kendra

Kyle Adams

Kris and Amanda met during high school, probably at a high school football game. They were introduced by a mutual friend and found out they were kindred spirits. Fun fact: Amanda was one of Kris's bridesmaids. 

Kris Renn

Nick Costillo

Amber Hubbell

Tyler Smith

Caitie and Amanda met during Stateside training for the Peace Corps in the bathroom. Fun fact: Caitie and Amanda learned to scuba dive together and fondly refer to each other as "Scuba Shea" and "Scuba A."

Caitie Shea

Ben Ostermann

Christin and Amanda met in Cambodia while they were both serving in the Peace Corps. They discovered they had both grown up in the Region and went to rival high schools. Fun fact: Amanda was a bridesmaid in Christin's wedding. 

Christin Spoolstra

Cody Hill

Hayley Knicely

Jason Van Tholen

Elizabeth Amundson

Tommy Myszka

Mahek and Amanda were in the same anatomy group in medical school. Fun fact: Amanda was one of Mahek's bridesmaids. 

Mahek Ali

Megan and Amanda met on the first day of orientation at Marian (med school). Amanda sat next to Megan to eat her breakfast and Megan started talking to her. Fun fact: Amanda was one of Megan's bridesmaids. 

Megan Barnett

Kate and Amanda met in 1st grade at SJE and became lifelong friends. Fun fact: Kate and Amanda applied to Peace Corps without the other knowing, and excitedly shared the info only to be surprised by the other saying, "me too!" Kate went to Armenia and Amanda to Cambodia.

Kate Salasky

Jill Luckett

Wedding Party

What are the differences between the most common dress codes? <a href="https://www.primermagazine.com/2022/learn/dress-codes" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Refer to this article.</a>

Q + A

The rooms will be held until April 19th, 2024 for attendees to make room reservations. At that time, all unreserved rooms in the block will be released for general sale. You may reserve a room by clicking on the website link below or by calling and letting them know you would like to book a room in the Arand Gagich Wedding Block. Self-parking is $52 per night and valet parking is $57 per night. The Lobby Bar is open on Saturdays until Midnight. This hotel is attached to the Fairfield Inn highlighted below. This hotel is about a 4 minute drive to the venue.<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/dqSFweGJ53F2SQK18" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Directions to Biltwell Event Center</a>

JW Marriott Indianapolis

The rooms will be held until April 19th, 2024 for attendees to make room reservations. At that time, all unreserved rooms in the block will be released for general sale. You may reserve a room by clicking on the website link below or by calling and letting them know you would like to book a room in the Arand Gagich Wedding Block. Self-parking is $35 per night and valet parking is $40 per night. This hotel is attached to the JW Marriott highlighted above. This hotel is about a 6 minute drive to the venue.<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/knJMH5HEywKabC2b9" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Directions to Biltwell Event Center</a>

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Indianapolis Downtown

Reservations must be made on or before Friday, April 19, 2024. After this date, the hotel will return any unsold rooms back into general availability for resell. The 1913 bar is open Sunday-Thursday: 4pm-10pm, and Friday &amp; Saturday 4pm-12am. They also have a restaurant in house called 1913, open Monday-Friday 6:30am-10am, and Saturday &amp; Sunday 7am-12pm. There is a charge for both daily and overnight valet parking. The hotel does not offer a self-park option. The current daily parking rate is $40.00 per vehicle for less than 6 hours and $53.00 per vehicle for more than 6 hours. The current overnight valet rate is $53.00 and oversized vehicles (vans, large SUV’s, large trucks) are at a nightly rate of $57.00 per day with in and out privileges. Alternate parking garage options nearby include:1) <a href="https://denisonparking.com/world-wonders-circle-centre/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">World of Wonders Garage</a>2) <a href="https://denisonparking.com/blue-circle-centre/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Blue Garage</a> This hotel is about a 6 minute drive to the venue.<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/ihfC2EnhNzYsEVwz5" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Directions to Biltwell Event Center</a>

Omni Severin Hotel

Please note, rooms will be held until 1 month prior to the wedding date. If you intend to reserve a room in our block please do so by April 17th. Thank you.

Travel

Watch the Indianapolis Indians take on the Toledo Mud Hens at Victory Field followed by Friday Night Fireworks. Indianapolis is the Triple-A affiliate of the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Indianapolis vs Toledo

Don’t miss this day of pure speed! The fastest speeds during the Month of May will be on display on Fast Friday. In the final practice before Armed Forces Qualifying, cars will receive a turbocharger boost to reach the speeds they will run during qualifying the next two days, and sometimes even faster when turning laps in big packs. The practice charts will offer the best look at who might claim the coveted front row for the Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge, and the on-track speeds will thrill fans. The Indy 500 Race Day will be the following weekend on May 26th.

FAST FRIDAY - INDIANAPOLIS 500 PRACTICE

Our favorite farmers market in town will move back outdoors in May. Grab a coffee from Hubbard &amp; Cravens before checking out the fresh produce at Full Hand Farm or the unique sausages from Old Major. End with some snacks at CoreaKimchi or some last minute wedding gifts from Dickinson Woodworking.

Broad Ripple Farmers Market

Eagle Creek Park

Watch the Indiana Pacers take on the New York Knicks at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse to force a Game 7!

Pacers vs Knicks

RestaurantsMake dinner reservations at one of our favorite restaurants- <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Tinker+Street+Restaurant/@39.7885698,-86.1506655,15z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0xc8193ce656d1f66b?sa=X&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjBo5vhntSCAxVYj4kEHVGnC10Q_BJ6BAhMEAA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Tinker Street</a>- <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Livery+-+Indianapolis/@39.7766517,-86.1454802,15z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0x94d7f4c5b60f0866?sa=X&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiB6L2En9SCAxXEuIkEHYZAD-gQ_BJ6BAhVEAA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Livery</a> Grab breakfast before heading out on Sunday morning- <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Garden+Table/@39.7805651,-86.3237133,12z/data=!4m11!1m3!11m2!2soqHTf1exA8B0wKhK3S0NV_0K95axLQ!3e3!3m6!1s0x886b509514809de5:0x29be2bc19f91e649!8m2!3d39.7721028!4d-86.1533444!15sCgEqWgMiASqSAQpyZXN0YXVyYW504AEA!16s%2Fg%2F11c67w5xct?entry=ttu" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Garden Table</a>- <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Lincoln+Square+Pancake+House/@39.7805651,-86.3237133,12z/data=!4m11!1m3!11m2!2soqHTf1exA8B0wKhK3S0NV_0K95axLQ!3e3!3m6!1s0x886b50ce84f18005:0xe88c107c1431a459!8m2!3d39.7814413!4d-86.1694527!15sCgEqWgMiASqSARRicmVha2Zhc3RfcmVzdGF1cmFudOABAA!16s%2Fg%2F11c3k6g665?entry=ttu" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Lincoln Square Pancake House</a>

DrinksGrab a drink at one of our favorite breweries, distilleries or cocktail lounges- <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Guggman+Haus+Brewing+Co./@39.7905242,-86.1824595,15z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x886b57292dac4f85:0x4281dcfce2797fce!8m2!3d39.7905242!4d-86.1824595!16s%2Fg%2F11cs3fj3mc?entry=ttu" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Guggman Haus Brewing Co.</a>- <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Sun+King+Brewery/@39.7690405,-86.1446018,15z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x886b5092064de2bf:0x8f62b46b050fb623!8m2!3d39.7690405!4d-86.1446018!16s%2Fg%2F1vysx89n?entry=ttu" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sun King Brewery</a>- <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Hotel+Tango+Distillery/@39.757529,-86.1448704,15z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0x96dff537b20b36ee?sa=X&amp;ved=2ahUKEwj2_4PIoNSCAxWqg4kEHXWODlYQ_BJ6BAhgEAA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hotel Tango Distillery</a>- <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Ball+%26+Biscuit/@39.7716102,-86.1534001,15z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0x4085b24e80dbb1ea?sa=X&amp;ved=2ahUKEwj1xd_8n9SCAxVpk4kEHaxxDMsQ_BJ6BAhDEAA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ball &amp; Biscuit</a> cocktail lounge- <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/The+Vault+Indy/@39.7457136,-86.1496159,15z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0x74b5ddae929dc74d?sa=X&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiI4O6FodSCAxUIvokEHRjEA1QQ_BJ6BAhOEAA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Vault</a> cocktail lounge (check their Instagram for the secret code to get in)

CoffeeEnjoy a cup of coffee at one of our favorite local coffee shops.- <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Tinker+Coffee+on+Market/@39.7685314,-86.1510282,15z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0xd8d270585f82ed51?sa=X&amp;ved=2ahUKEwio9b2t-IiDAxXDLTQIHZQKDpUQ_BJ6BAhaEAA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Tinker Coffee</a>- <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Quills+Coffee/@39.7802597,-86.1573051,15z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0x70e71dcb0856775?sa=X&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjejYfA-IiDAxUFAjQIHUxxByUQ_BJ6BAhQEAA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Quills Coffee</a>

Live MusicGo see a concert- <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/HI-FI+Indy+%26+HI-FI+Annex/@39.752534,-86.140538,15z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x886b5a789fb3ee9b:0x800026b095dced43!8m2!3d39.752534!4d-86.140538!16s%2Fg%2F1q62dzwtj?entry=ttu" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HI-FI Indy</a>- <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/The+Vogue+Theatre/@39.8692108,-86.1457447,15z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x886b53a59807ba09:0x4514e705783acf87!8m2!3d39.8692108!4d-86.1457447!16s%2Fm%2F0k00jjc?entry=ttu" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Vogue Theatre</a>

See all of the recommendations above and more all together in one <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/9mGGHARJRq5yrfkx8" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Google Map</a>. These are some of the places we have explored and would return to.

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Amanda & Nathan

Amanda & Nathan

A&N

Wedding Day

4:30 PM–5:00 PM

Ceremony

5:00 PM–6:00 PM

Cocktail Hour

6:00 PM–11:30 PM

Reception