Wedding Day

Ceremony

Grand Traverse Event Center

Reception

Bridal Shower

Summer

Our Wedding

Our Story

Photos

Alexa Kolarik

Robert Gamelin

Kaitlyn Schaub

Joshua Schaub

Ariel Ellul

Adam Ansorge

Wedding Party

Q + A

These are recommended Hotels that are close to the event center. We will not be blocking rooms at hotels at this time.

Near Front StreetMake yourself at home in one of the 120 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards, as wel

Bayshore Resort

In Traverse City (Downtown Traverse City)Stay in one of 107 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls

Hotel Indigo Traverse City an IHG Hotel

In Traverse City (Downtown Traverse City)Make yourself at home in one of the 140 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include d

Park Place Hotel

Near Pirate's Cove Adventure GolfMake yourself at home in one of the 99 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.With a stay at 

Sugar Beach Resort Hotel

Travel

Bubba's is one of Brandon and Sarah's favorite restaurants. They love their Burgers and Tater Tots. Anything on Bubba's menu is delicious. This restaurant is highly recommended!

Bubba's

Putt Putt Golfing Park on US 31 with Go-karts, bumper boats, and putt putt golfing for all ages. Brandon and Sarah have had many dates here!

Pirate's Cove Adventure Park

This stadium hosts the PitSpitters minor league baseball team in the summer. They also have concerts in the summer and a fireworks competition in September. Brandon and Sarah love to go every year.

Turtle Creek Stadium

Local Cherry Products made in Leelanau County. They have amazing food and many samples to try!

Cherry Republic | Traverse City

The commons has everything from hiking, shopping, haunted tours, coffee shops, breakfast, lunch, and dinner restaurants. Everyone can find something they like in this area.

The Village at Grand Traverse Commons

Things to Do

Registry

1 pm - 3 pm Brandon and Sarah will be holding a small ceremony for their immediate family and the wedding party only. This will lead into wedding party photos.
 
4 pm - Wedding reception begins at Grand Traverse Event Center for all invited guests
4:30 pm - Appetizer hour and Cash Bar opens (please bring cash or credit cards if you would like alcoholic drinks).
5:10 pm - Wedding party official enterance
5:15 pm - Wedding Speeches and Blessing
5:30 pm - Dinner
6:30 pm - Cake Cutting and Dessert
7:00 pm - First Dance
7:10 pm - Father-Daughter Dance
7:15 pm - Mother- Son Dance
7:20 pm - Dance Floor Opens
10:00 pm - Dancing Ends/Clean-Up
11:00 pm - Event Center closes

Brandon & Sarah

Brandon & Sarah

Q + A

What is the wedding attire?

Is there extra parking at the Event Center?

What is the type of Bar Available?

What date should I RSVP by?

Am I allowed to bring my children or an extra guest?

If I were to write a check who should I make it out to?