Will there be a welcome party and/or farewell brunch?
We will be hosting Welcome Drinks at Wedge Brewery at Foundation (5 Foundy St. #10 in Asheville) from 8pm - 10pm on Friday, June 28th. If you are in town and available, we would love for you to join us! :) The attire for this is casual: jeans, shorts, short sleeves, casual dresses -- whatever works!
We will not be hosting a farewell brunch.
What should I wear to the wedding?
The wedding attire is garden dressy-casual. The whole event is outdoors, and it might be hot -- so dress accordingly! Dress pants and dress shirts are great; ties and jackets are optional. Summery dresses or skirts or jumpsuits are great; thin high heels (stilettos) are NOT recommended. You will be walking in grass/gravel, so flats or chunky heels are ideal.
What if I can't walk far in grass or gravel, regardless of shoe choice?
The venue will have a golf cart available for the whole event to transport people who have mobility challenges. Just look for the coordinator Kriss or let any staff know if/when you need it.
How can I get to and from the venue?
Hidden River has a large field for guest parking. You are welcome to drive in and drive back to your accommodations. There will also be plenty of Ubers/Lyfts/local taxis available for transport to or from the venue. PLEASE do not drink and drive! Guests are more than welcome to leave their cars in the venue's lot overnight -- they just need to be retrieved by noon on Sunday.
What is the best way to travel to Asheville from out of town?
Please refer to the "travel" page for travel & accommodation information!
When should I arrive?
Please plan to arrive to the wedding by 4:30pm to ensure you are able to be seated in time for the ceremony at 5pm!
How should we refer to the new bride and groom?
Neither of us is planning to change our name -- so simply Mr. Austin Mitchell and Mrs. Julia Leikin!
More Questions?
Feel free to email us at leikin.mitchell.wedding@gmail.com -- we are so happy to help!