For out of town guests, which airport should we fly into?
For 85% of our guests, this is an out of town wedding!
Minnesota has two main airport terminals. Southwest & Sun Country fly into Terminal 2, and all other airlines go into Terminal 1. Security is pretty normal and usually wouldn't take anyone greater than 30 min to get through (Terminal 2 is usually substantially quicker). The airport is about ~30 min from the hotel. You shouldn't have a problem ubering to the hotel and back.
What are the details on the Welcome Party?
We will be having a small celebration the night prior to the wedding to spend extra time with our friends & family (especially since so many people are coming from out of town). This will be at the attached Restaurant/Bar to the Minneapolis Marriott West (the recommended hotel). Please feel free to join us!
Will there be an open bar for the reception?
Yes! There will be welcome drinks & cocktails during the cocktail hour, wine and beer during dinner & an open bar during the reception. We want you to have the best time, so the drinks are on us but the hangover is on you.
What is the attire?
For the welcome party on Friday night, attire is casual/no dress code.
For the wedding on Saturday, we ask guests wear Semi Formal attire. Go crazy, look hot, do your thing.
What time is the Ceremony & outline of events?
Our ceremony starts at 4:30 we ask that you arrive no later than 4:15.
We will have cocktail hour with drinks and Hors D'oeuvres right after the ceremony on site, followed by dinner & dancing until 11:30PM.
We will have shuttles running throughout the evening for those that would like to leave early, or those that would like to stay to the very end!
What is an Unplugged Ceremony?
We’re asking that guests do not have their phone out during the ceremony. We have a wonderful photographer (she’s won awards for top in the state!!) and this ensures she won’t have to edit phones out of her shots. Hang up and hang out!!
Will there be transportation provided to and from the Venue?
We will have two shuttles for our guests running from the Mariott hotel to the venue and back throughout the night. You are absolutely welcome to use UBER/LYFT but given we are in the 'burbs, there is always a possibility of a longer wait time.
Can I bring a Plus One?
Due to a limited space, we can only accommodate guests who are formally invited. If you've received a plus one, they will be specifically addressed within the RSVP.
Are children welcome?
As much as we love your little ones, our wedding is exclusively for adults, with the exception of immediate family who are part of our wedding party.
Is the wedding outside?
Yes, as the sun will be shining (hopefully), the ceremony will be outside. The reception is connected to the ceremony space and will be indoors with the option to step out onto the patio.
September is one of Minnesota's most beautiful months. It is usually still very warm.
If something comes up last minute and I have to cancel after the RSVP date, what should I do?
Please text Carrie or Bryce! Please let us know as soon as you can if you have to change your RSVP. Of course we would love to have you but we know life happens.
Will there be a face painter at the reception?
Unfortunately no, although Carrie pushed for it, it was overwhelmingly vetoed.