Prospect Lake Community Hall

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Coffee & Begals

Our Wedding

Our Story

Day Of Details

3:30pm Arrival4:00pm Ceremony4:30pm Cocktail Hour6:00pm Dinner6:45pm Speeches7:30pm Cake Cutting &amp; Dessert8:00pm We Dance!12:00pm We Say Goodbye *Cocktail hour is outside (weather permitting), so bring layers &amp; avoid stiletto/kitten style heels as we will be in the grass. There will be lawn games &amp; passed appetizers at the cocktail hour, and of course... cocktails!

Wedding Party

LIMITED SPACE! Rates are available (3) days pre and post, based on availabilityat the time of booking.

Hotel Grand Pacific

The Parkside Hotel & Spa

Days Inn by Wyndham Victoria On The Harbour

Chateau Victoria Hotel & Suites

Royal Scot Hotel & Suites

Embassy Inn Hotel

Best Western Plus Inner Harbour

Huntingdon Hotel & Suites

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Victoria

Travel

Things to Do (Strolls, Shopping & More!)

The Butchart Gardens (Fees apply, 30 mins from downtown)Stroll along meandering paths through fifty-five acres of delightful floral displays at The Butchart Gardens. In 1904, Jennie Butchart began to beautify a worked-out quarry site north of Victoria. Her venture has become a family commitment to horticulture and hospitality spanning 100 years, delighting visitors from all over the world. Beacon Hill Park (Free, Near Hotel)An easy walk from the Inner Harbour of downtown, Beacon Hill Park and Children's Farm is a free spot to visit in Victoria. Stroll through the 200-acre park and admire the beautiful landscapes and bounty of animals including ducks, geese and peacocks. Check out the <a href="https://beaconhillchildrensfarm.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Children's Farm</a> for a hands-on experience for the whole family, with twice daily goat runs, and other friendly animals. PLUS, don't forget to make a stop at the <a href="https://www.beacondrivein.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Beacon Drive-In</a> — voted Victoria's Best Ice Cream for the past 25 years! Go on a Whale Watching AdventureExplore the Haro Strait and the Strait of Juan de Fuca in search of the majestic wildlife that floods the local waters in Victoria in the summer months. Take advantage of the opportunity to view several different species of whales in the wild as well as an assortment of seabirds and other species of marine wildlife from downtown Victoria on a Zodiac adventure or a luxury catamaran cruise. Dallas Road Walkway (Free, Near Hotel)Looking for a place with a great ocean view? Stroll along the breakwater where the ocean hugs the path that leads you to one of Victoria’s most iconic lookouts — You can even catch the M.V. Coho on its way to the Inner Harbour! This beautiful spot is only a short walk away from Victoria’s Inner Harbour and is an ideal destination for a sunset walk after a day of exploring. Cook Street Village (Free, Near Hotel)Cook Street village is home to delicious cafes (like <a href="https://mokahouse.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Moka House Coffee</a>, <a href="http://www.thehotandcoldcafe.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Hot and Cold Cafe</a> and <a href="http://www.empiredonuts.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Empire Donuts</a>), restaurants (like <a href="https://pizzeriaprimastrada.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pizzeria Prima Strada</a> and <a href="https://beaglepub.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Beagle Pub</a>), and one of a kind shops (like <a href="https://cookstliquor.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cook Street Liquor</a>: a craft beer, wine and spirits shop, <a href="http://therootcellar.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Root Cellar</a>: a boutique green grocer overflowing with local produce, dairy, grocery, meats, cheeses, floral and more, and <a href="https://pawsoncook.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Paws on Cook</a>: a pet store with a large selection of local raw and kibble foods, treats, toys &amp; gear). Inner Harbour Area &amp; Government Street Shops (Free, Near Hotel)Most of the hotels we listed are in the inner harbour area where you can see the Legislature, the Fairmont Empress, and wander through the shops along Government Street. Experience a Traditional Afternoon TeaEnjoy a classic afternoon tea experience in the Pendray Tea House at the Huntingdon Manor, located across the street from our Victoria terminal. Choose from a selection of fine teas, as well as elegant tea plates filled with assorted breads, sweets and pastries.The Pendray Tea House has a few different options, some of which are seasonally offered, including:- Traditional Afternoon Tea: Featuring a delicious selection of tea sandwiches, freshly baked scones, signature pastries and your personal choice of gourmet TWG Tea.- West Coast Afternoon Tea: It wouldn't be a West Coast inspired menu without a selection of freshly caught seafood! Dive into a selection of smoked salmon, tuna or shrimp sandwiches. Your taste buds will be swimming with excitement.- Vegan Afternoon Tea: Enjoy a fully vegan-friendly inspired menu.- Winter Afternoon Tea: 'Tis the season to experience an Afternoon Tea as light and delicate as Victoria's first snowfall. Treat yourself to a uniquely crafted menu complete with options inspired by the beautiful holiday festivities around downtown Victoria.- Children's Afternoon Tea: Involve the kids in a traditional experience! Portioned appropriately for tiny appetites, the Children's Tea offers a perfect balance of fun &amp; engaging selections for all ages. Wander Through Fisherman's WharfVisit one of downtown Victoria's most popular hotspots. Wander through the colorful floating houses, do some local shopping and enjoy a peaceful lunch at one of the restaurants on the water. One of our favourites is <a href="https://www.barbsfishandchips.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Barb's Fish and Chips</a>. Take a water taxi, or arrive by foot — Fisherman's Wharf is located only a few blocks from the Inner Harbour. Visit the Royal BC MuseumSee all of British Columbia at the Royal BC Museum, a world-class museum of natural and human history. Explore the permanent galleries and immerse yourself in tales of where we've been and where we are going. Discover things and people you never knew before at what TripAdvisor users have three times voted number one in the Top 10 Museums in Canada. Tour Victoria by HorseEnjoy historical tales on Victoria's past, present and future on a guided tour of downtown Victoria. Book a private carriage tour and take a unique journey through downtown Victoria and the surrounding areas. Since 1978, Victoria Carriage Tours has been dedicated to providing quality horse-drawn tours. Explore Victoria on BikeBring your bicycle or rent a bike in Victoria... Victoria is an extremely bike-friendly city! You can pedal your way through the island with bike lanes throughout downtown Victoria, and trails that continue further up island. Adventure down the E&amp;N Rail Trail that eventually meets up with the Galloping Goose Trail. Cycle to popular destinations outside of downtown Victoria, such as Sidney, Thetis Lake and Sooke. View all of <a href="https://maps.crd.bc.ca/Html5Viewer/?viewer=BikeMap" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Victoria's bike lanes and paths</a>. Check out Historic Chinatown and Fan Tan AlleyChinatown welcomes you with a grand entrance - the Harmonious Gates of Interest. Inside the gates, browse local shops, historic buildings, and quaint Chinese grocers filled with specialty ingredients for cooking a variety of Asian dishes.Victoria's Chinatown is the oldest Chinatown in Canada (and second oldest in North America), and was designated as a National Historic Site of Canada in 1995.Plus, be sure to check out Fan Tan Alley while you're there. Known as the narrowest street in Canada, Fan Tan Alley is home to many small vendors including a record store, cafe, beauty salon and other boutique shops. Soak in the Vistas From One of Victoria's Mountain TopsSoak in the beauty of the west coast by exploring one of Victoria’s stunning mountain tops with breathtaking views of the ocean, mountains and city.Some of Victoria's most popular viewpoints include:- <a href="https://www.victoriatrails.com/trails/mount-douglas/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mount Douglas</a>: 15-minute drive (5.7 miles / 9.1 kms) from downtown Victoria. Many people walk through the forested trails, or paved road to reach the summit, however, there is also a small parking lot at the top.- <a href="https://www.saanich.ca/EN/main/parks-recreation-community/parks/parks-trails-amenities/signature-parks/mount-tolmie-park.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mount Tolmie</a>: 15-minute drive (4.3 miles / 7 kms) from downtown Victoria. Drive on a paved road, with several parking lots on the way to the top of the mountain where you can enjoy the view from your car, or walk through the trails and have a picnic at one of the five designated areas.- <a href="https://www.victoriatrails.com/trails/mount-finlayson/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mount Finlayson</a>: 25-minute drive (12.9 miles / 20.8 kms) from downtown. The summit is only accessible by foot... Be prepared for an adventurous hike! Spend the Afternoon at one of Victoria's BeachesSpend the day soaking in the sun, or even take a dip in the ocean! If you're feeling really adventurous, try your hand at kayaking, paddle boarding, or kitesurfing.The city is surrounded by beaches such as:- Dallas Road Beaches: There are several beaches along Dallas Road. Take a stroll through the paved pathway, and you'll find stairs leading to each beach.- <a href="https://www.tourismvictoria.com/things-to-do/beaches-lakes/gonzales-beach" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Gonzales Beach</a>: 8-minute drive (2.5 miles / 4 kms) from downtown Victoria.- <a href="https://www.oakbay.ca/parks-recreation/parks-playgrounds/parks-listing/willows-park" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Willows Beach</a>: 14-minute drive (4.2 miles / 6.8 kms) from downtown Victoria.- <a href="https://www.saanich.ca/EN/main/parks-recreation-community/parks/parks-trails-amenities/signature-parks/cadboro-gyro-park.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cadboro-Gyro Bay</a>: 20-minute drive (5.5 miles / 8.8 kms) from downtown Victoria.- <a href="https://www.colwood.ca/discover-colwood/points-of-interest/colwood-waterfront-esquimalt-lagoon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Esquimalt Lagoon</a>: 25-minute drive (9 miles / 14.4 kms) from downtown Victoria.- <a href="https://www.centralsaanich.ca/our-community/parks-recreation-culture/parks/island-view-beach-regional-park" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Island View Beach</a>: 25-minute drive (13 miles / 20.9 kms) from downtown Victoria. Tour a Local DistilleryLearn about the distillation process, sample unique local spirits, and discover the flavors shaped by the region's ingredients. It’s a fun and educational experience that showcases Victoria’s vibrant craft spirit scene.Distilleries in Victoria:- <a href="https://devinedistillery.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">DEVINE Distillery</a>: 30-minute drive (11.2 miles / 18.1 kms) from downtown Victoria.- <a href="https://victoriadistillers.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Victoria Distillers</a>: 35-minute drive (17.3 miles / 27.9 kms) from downtown Victoria.- <a href="https://www.sheringhamdistillery.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sheringham Distillery</a>: 50-minute drive (25.5 miles / 41.1 kms) from downtown Victoria.- <a href="https://macaloneydistillers.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Macaloney's Island Distillery</a>: 23-minute drive (5.8 miles / 9.4 kms) from downtown Victoria. Explore Goldstream ParkLocated about 12 miles (20 kms) northwest of downtown Victoria, Goldstream Provincial Park is best known for its annual fall salmon run and bald eagles that follow in a feeding frenzy.Check out the Goldstream Nature House, located at the mouth of the river, with interactive nature displays and live webcams. One of our must-see vista views from #20, Mount Finalyson, is also located at Goldstream. Climb just over 1,300 feet (410 meters) in elevation to the summit. Then, treat yourself with some fire-roasted smokies and s'mores at the day-use area, equipped with picnic tables, fire pits and washrooms. *Please be mindful of potential fire bans in the area. Located on the opposite side of the highway (west), just before the turn off for the park, you'll find individual campsites (group campsites are located on the east side). Goldstream Falls and Niagara Falls are also located on the west side of the highway.For more information on Goldstream Provincial Park, visit <a href="https://bcparks.ca/explore/parkpgs/goldstream/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">BC Parks</a>. Relax at the LakeSearching for an activity the entire family will enjoy? Grab your towels, some snacks and head over to one of Victoria's lakes!Spend the day swimming (or relaxing) lakeside at one of the following locations:- <a href="https://www.crd.bc.ca/parks-recreation-culture/parks-trails/find-park-trail/thetis-lake" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Thetis Lake</a>: 20-minute drive (7.5 miles / 12.1 kms) from downtown Victoria.- <a href="https://www.crd.bc.ca/parks-recreation-culture/parks-trails/find-park-trail/elk-beaver-lake" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Beaver and Elk Lake</a>: About a 25-minute drive (9.4 miles / 15.1 kms) from downtown Victoria.- <a href="https://www.victoriatrails.com/trails/durrance-lake/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Durrance Lake</a>: 30-minute drive (12.6 miles / 20.2 kms) from downtown Victoria.- <a href="https://www.saanich.ca/EN/main/parks-recreation-community/parks/parks-trails-amenities/signature-parks/prospect-lake.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Prospect Lake</a>: 30-minute drive (10.3 miles / 16.6 kms) from downtown Victoria. The City Vibe is the guide to summer events in Victoria. Because we are a capital city, there are tons of free outdoor concerts, movies, and more. To have an up to date guide see: https://www.victoria.ca/community-culture/arts-culture/festivals-events/cityvibe-event-finder?date_range%5Bmin%5D=11%2F09%2F2025&amp;date_range%5Bmax%5D=11%2F16%2F2025&amp;date_range_hidden%5Bmin%5D=11%2F09%2F2025+00%3A00%3A00&amp;date_range_hidden%5Bmax%5D=11%2F16%2F2025+23%3A59%3A59&amp;combine=&amp;field_event_location_target_id=All .

Where to Eat & Drink

Our favourite pubs around town:-Phillip's (downtown)-Spinnaker's (you can walk/bike along Songhees walkway from here - also was our first date spot!)-Driftwood Brewery-Lighthouse Brewing-Bard &amp; Banker-The Beagle -Bartholomew's -The Drake-Whistle Buoy Our favourite restaurants downtown:-Nobu (sushi)-Pagliacci's (italian)-Il Terrazo (fancier italian)-Wind Cries Mary (small plates, fancy) -Thunder Bird (fried chicken)-Nourish (brunch)-Tacofino (duh)-Endive (veg/pescetarian - great date night)-Big Wheel Burger (burgers)-Floyd's Diner (brunch)

Things to Do

Registry

Your presence is enough for us! If you wish to gift us something, funds toward a honeymoon would be wonderful.

Reg istry

Q &amp; A This page will be updated as questions roll in - so this is a good place to check first if you are wondering about anything along the way! Where is the wedding?The wedding ceremony and reception will be held at Prospect Lake Community Hall. Where is the Registry?We haven't made one! If you wish to gift us something, funds toward a honeymoon would be wonderful. What's the order of events?Go to the "Day of Details" tab. Is this an outdoor wedding?Our wedding ceremony will be outdoors in the garden just outside the hall. A reception will follow afterwards in the garden with lawn games, cocktails, and more. Dinner, speeches, and dancing will be held inside the hall. Are kids welcome?Yes! Kiddoes are welcome to join, we have lots of friends with small families and we want to make sure everyone who'd like to come can join, regardless of if there are little ones. If your child is &gt;3 years old, please make sure they were listed on the RSVP - this helps us to give the correct numbers to our caterers. Kids under 3 are not counted on our RSVP. What will the weather be like?For those who are traveling, June in BC has a nickname - June-uary!! While we hope for an sunny day, weather can be unpredictable. So pack a warm layer, and know that if it is raining we will move the party into the hall a little bit sooner than planned. Where should I park?There is plenty of free parking in the lot outside the hall. Can I leave my car at the venue overnight?Yes, though you do need to come collect it the next day by 12noon. What's for dinner?!A delicious buffet brought to you by Open Water Catering. The menu is: Traditional Caesar salad with shaved Parmesan, bacon bits, and fresh baked croutons Cinnamon peach salad with arugula, fresh blueberries, herbed bocconcini, maple toasted pecans in a honey balsamic vinaigrette Truffle butter corn with sugar snap peas Mediterranean marinated roasted potatoes Seared Sockeye salmon with whipped feta and chermoula Bacon wrapped caramelized onion and brie stuffed pork loin If you forgot to tell us your allergy or dietary needs in the RSVP, please email cassi.starc@gmail.com. What time will the reception end?We must be packed up and out of the venue by 12am. If you are taking a cab, please call ahead to ideally be leaving by this time.

Engagement Photos

Cassi & Daniel

Cassi & Daniel

Engagement Photos