What are the addresses of the wedding ceremony/ reception venues? Are they wheelchair accessible?
Our venue's address is 19 S 22nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19103.
Once you arrive, you'll see signage directing you to the side garden where the ceremony will occur. Guests who are unable to use the stairs may enter the garden through the street entrance. The reception space is wheelchair accessible at the east entrance of our building, on Van Pelt Street (directly behind the Museum.) At the right of the glass door, you will see an intercom speaker and talk button. Press the button, and say that you need access and someone will come to assist you.
What time should I arrive?
Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the ceremony start time to find parking and your seat. The ceremony will begin at 5:30 PM so plan to arrive at 5 PM.
Is there parking available near our venue?
Unfortunately there is not a parking lot associated with the building. Two paid lots are directly next to and behind the building. One on Market Street, in between 22nd and 21st streets and the other lot is on 21st Street, in between Market and Chestnut streets. There is also metered on-street parking on most of the streets surrounding the Museum.
Will our wedding be indoors or outdoors?
Our evening ceremony will be outdoors in the garden, while cocktail hour and the reception will take place indoors. Guests will walk to the garden through the front doors of the museum, turn right and through to the outside.
What's the dress code for our wedding?
Our dress code is black-tie optional. We ask that you wear a tuxedo or a suit and tie. Alternatively, an evening gown or a midi- or knee-length cocktail dress would be appropriate. More details about "black-tie-optional" attire here:
More details about "black-tie-optional" attire HERE
Have you reserved blocks of rooms at a hotels?
We have reserved a room block at The Sofitel Phildelphia. Please book your stay by October 3rd to guarantee a room in our block. Mention the DePalma wedding while booking to receive our reduced rate or use the link below:
What should I do if I don't make it into the room block?
If you miss the deadline to reserve a room in our block, reach out to the hotel and mention our wedding anyway—they may be able to accommodate you with our discount in a room outside of our block. If not, you can find additional nearby accommodations on our travel page.
Am I allowed to bring a plus-one?
We ask our guests to please not bring a plus one unless they are specifically named or noted on the invitation. Thank you so much for understanding!
Am I allowed to bring my children?
We love your children, but due to space restrictions, we cannot accommodate everyone's little ones. Any children invited to the wedding will be noted on your invitation.
Are you having a welcome party?
While we would love to host a Welcome Party for our guests we will be having an intimate Rehearsal Dinner for immediate family and wedding party only. If you are to attend the Rehearsal Dinner you will see the option to accept or decline when you RSVP.
Will there be an open bar?
Yes! The drinks are on us and the hangover is on you! If you are not taking the shuttle back to the hotels, please arrange transportation from the venue if you plan on drinking!
Do you have a wedding hashtag?
Yes! Our wedding hashtag is #DepalmasSayIDo. It'll also be posted around the venue for your convenience.