The Gathering

Our Wedding Day

St. Joseph's Churches of Crosby-Ironton and Deerwood

Ceremony

Travel to Crosslake

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Our Wedding

Anthony and Abby first met at Abby’s apartment by the pool during a friend’s birthday party. Neither of them realized the significance of that day or how their story would unfold. A whole year later, the same couple of friends were back down at the pool when they invited Abby to join them for a night out in downtown Minneapolis. As they were walking to the next bar, Abby was with her now-bridesmaid, Kenzie K., and casually asked about Anthony—if he was single and what she thought of him. Kenzie mentioned that he was a really good guy and encouraged her to see if there might be something there. You could say Abby made the first move, though neither of them remembers exactly who spoke first. What they do remember is dancing together the whole night, and it felt like no one else was around. That was the spark that began a friendship, which quickly grew into something so much more.

How It Began 

Anthony was persistent—he knew what he wanted. After that night out, the two texted here and there until Anthony worked up the courage to ask Abby on a date. He invited her to a Twins game with a Flo-Rida concert afterward. Later, Anthony admitted that as soon as he hit send on that text, he chucked his phone across the room because he was so nervous. Abby said yes. Their second date was in Victoria, MN, where they enjoyed a nice dinner, played mini golf, and walked along the lake. Just over a year later, Anthony brought Abby back to that very same spot to propose. In that moment, he told her he had known since their second date that she was the one—it must have been her mini golf skills!

The First Date 

As they continued dating, Anthony and Abby discovered they shared a love for country singer Megan Moroney. One night while hanging out, Anthony grabbed Abby’s hand in the kitchen and started slow dancing with her. Fittingly, the song “28th of June” came on—on the actual 28th of June. That’s when Anthony asked Abby to be his girlfriend. About ten months later, for Abby’s birthday, Anthony surprised her with tickets so they could see Megan Moroney in concert together—making their connection to her music even more special.

June 28th

From there, nothing about their relationship was slow. The very next weekend after becoming boyfriend and girlfriend, Abby met the ENTIRE Hudrlik family at their big Fourth of July party. The following weekend, Anthony met Abby’s parents and family. They’ve often been told how naturally they both just fit right into each other’s families. Abby’s dad and Anthony hit it off right away (even if Anthony still refuses to drop the Vikings and become a Chiefs fan). And Abby quickly came to appreciate that her soon-to-be in-laws own a wine bar—it was a perfect match. Since then, their love has only continued to grow—through a road trip to Colorado, many other road trips to visit family and friends, holidays, and countless celebrations. Each step has only made it clearer: they were meant to be.

Meant to Be 

In the summer of 2025, Anthony suggested they revisit their second date restaurant for dinner. During dinner, Anthony seemed unusually glued to his phone, which Abby jokingly called out — not realizing he was actually coordinating with their photographer friend. His original proposal plan at the dock had to be scrapped last-minute because it was full of people, so they were scrambling for a new spot. After dinner, they went for a walk and passed an amphitheater that overlooks the lake. Anthony spotted kids playing there and had to pivot again, stalling by suggesting they grab ice cream. But once the area cleared, they returned to the overlook. Sadly no ice cream. With the lake in the background and the sun starting to set, Anthony took Abbys hand, and got down on one knee. He told her he knew she was the one since their second date. The moment was filled with tears, laughter, and lots of emotion — Abby admits she blacked out most of what he said because she was crying and trying to get a glimpse of the ring! Now they’re thrilled to begin the next chapter together — and can’t wait to celebrate with all of you!

The Proposal 

Our Story

Photos

Tessa Folkers 

Daniel Hudrlik 

Makenzie Merkwan 

Tre Peterson 

Marissa Owens 

Ben Edmundson 

Kaylee Schmidt

Kale Dugan

Makenzie Korf

Adam Malecha

Gabrelle Hudrlik 

Jordan Kuipers

Wedding Party

Q + A

We have 20 rooms reserved at a nearby hotel for our guests. It’s just a 3-minute drive from the reception!To book, please use our group code AKAH when making your reservation.Please book your room by August 10th — after that date, any unreserved rooms will be released back to the public. Please note: availability may not show through this link due to our reserved room block. We recommend calling the hotel directly or visiting their website to check availability. Make sure you tell them the block code

Pine Peaks Lodge & Suites

We’ve also reserved 10 rooms at another nearby hotel, about a 15-minute drive from the reception. Please book your room by August 10th — after that date, the remaining rooms will be released to the public. Please note: availability may not show through this link due to our reserved room block. We recommend calling the hotel directly or visiting their website to check availability.

AmericInn by Wyndham Pequot Lakes/Jenkins

If you’re traveling with a larger group or prefer more space, there are several great Airbnb rentals nearby. We recommend checking listings in the Crosslake, Crosby, or Deerwood area for convenient stays close to both the church and reception venue.

Airbnb Rentals

Travel

Anthony’s family’s wine bar featuring wine, cocktails, small bites, and a cozy atmosphere. A special place to us that we’d love for you to check out while you’re in town!

Cana Wine Bar

Local favorite for pizza, drinks, and a laid-back atmosphere. Great spot for a casual lunch or dinner while exploring the Crosby area! Fun fact: Anthony worked here in high school

Rafferty’s Original and Woodfired Pizza

Cozy local coffee shop with great coffee, breakfast, and pastries. Perfect for a slow morning, quick pick-me-up, or catching up with friends and family before the wedding festivities!&nbsp;Abby’s favorite is the iced salted caramel latte!

Mixed Company - A Kava House

Beautiful trails, lakes, and views that make this area so special. Perfect for biking, hiking, kayaking, or simply enjoying a relaxing day outdoors in the Cuyuna lakes area!

Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area

A cute candy and coffee shop in nearby Ironton with ice cream, specialty drinks, and nostalgic treats. A fun stop for a sweet treat or afternoon coffee while exploring the area!

Anthony & Abby

Anthony & Abby

Registry