Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Our Wedding

Thursday April 9, 2026

Yee-haw Brewing

Ghidotti / Weilbacher families will be at Yee-haw Brewing at 6pm. All are welcome to come and say hello and sip on a beer.307 E McBee Ave. suite c, Greenville, SC 29601

Friday April 10, 2026

Welcome Party Hosted by Jim and Kim Weilbacher

6-9 PM

Grand Bohemian Lodge Greenville<a href="https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/gspak-grand-bohemian-lodge-greenville-autograph-collection/overview/?scid=f2ae0541-1279-4f24-b197-a979c79310b0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">44 E Camperdown Way, Greenville, SC 29601</a>

Saturday April 11, 2026 

Transportation

2:45 PM

Transportation will be provided for all guests from downtown Greenville to the ceremony / reception, and back to Greenville. The pickup and drop off point is the Courtyard Marriott. Please meet in the lobby of the Courtyard Marriott at 2:45 pm for pickup. <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&amp;query=34.84817670,-82.40120020&amp;query_place_id=ChIJ4zZHCs0xWIgRebac9PBCalc" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">50 W Broad St, Greenville, SC 29601,</a>

Ceremony / Reception

4:30 - 10 PM

The Cliffs at Keowee Vineyards Lakehouse<a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/1851+Cleo+Chapman+Hwy,+Sunset,+SC+29685/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x885855a529dcb919:0x83e7e9dd55832a84?sa=X&amp;ved=1t:242&amp;ictx=111" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">1851 Cleo Chapman Highway, Sunset SC, 29685</a>

Weekend Schedule

In the spring of 2023, Luke and Claire swiped right on Hinge—and from the very first message (a clever one-liner from Luke that, thankfully, worked), something just clicked. Their first date was at Getaway Brewing, where they quickly discovered a natural connection. As they talked, they realized Claire was moving into the&nbsp;same&nbsp;apartment complex—talk about fate!—and even shared a surprising number of mutual friends.From that day on, they were nearly inseparable. Whether it was long walks around Old Dublin and Bridge Park, sampling every coffee shop they could find, or playing endless rounds of pickleball (a sport Luke took up to impress Claire—though he now genuinely enjoys it), they quickly built a life full of fun, laughter, and shared adventures. What started as casual dates soon turned into something much deeper. Their daily hangouts became the foundation of a meaningful relationship built on love, trust, and endless inside jokes. Then, on March 29, 2025, during a walk with Claire’s parents’ dogs through the familiar streets of Old Dublin, Luke got down on one knee—and Claire said yes! They celebrated the moment with a sweet return to Getaway Brewing, the place where it all began, and later shared the joy with both of their families. It was a day full of love, happy tears, and the start of their next great chapter together.

Our Story

Photos

Bridal Party

Lauren McFarland

Alexia O'Linn

Sarah Frazier

Mackenzie Ortiz

Sarah Okon

Annamarie Thieman

Mary Brascia

Groom's Party

Griffin Lavy

Justin Weilbacher

Will	Ghidotti

Ryan McFarland

Noah Lavy

Jacob Guzzo

Max Magee

Wedding Party

Welcome Party

All guests are invited to a welcome party hosted by Kim and Jim Weilbacher on Friday at 6 PM at the Grand Bohemian in downtown Greenville, a short walk from your hotel. Dinner and drinks will be provided. We are so happy to have everyone we care about in one place and cannot wait to say hello to everyone prior to wedding day!

Dress Code

Welcome Party: Dressy casualMen: Dress shirt and slacks, with the option to wear a sport coatWomen: Dresses preferred Ceremony &amp; Reception: Formal garden partyMen: Suit &amp; tieWomen: Long floral dresses are encouraged, comfortable heels appropriate for standing in the grass

Complimentary transportation will be provided for all guests staying in downtown Greenville. The bus service will depart from the Courtyard by Marriott at 2:45 PM on Saturday, transporting guests to the Ceremony and Reception. The bus service will return guests to the Courtyard by Marriott in downtown Greenville at the end of the evening, around 11:00 PM. Please meet in the lobby of the Courtyard Marriott at 2:45 PM for pickup.

How long is the bus ride to and from the wedding venue?

The complimentary bus ride is one hour each way. If you choose not to ride the bus, you can drive your car or hire a car service, but there are no Ubers in the area. Please contact Kathie Ghidotti or Luke Weilbacher and they can provide you with car services in the area.

How do I get to Greenville?

By Car: If you're driving, Greenville is easily accessible by major highways. By Plane: Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) is the closest airport being a 15-minute drive to downtown Greenville. Other airports such as Charlotte, Asheville, or Atlanta, are within a 2 hour drive to downtown Greenville.

Are Children Invited to the Wedding?

While we adore children, we have chosen to host an adults-only wedding. We hope you can make arrangements for childcare and join us for a wonderful celebration. Thank you for understanding.

Q + A

For your convenience, we have reserved a block of rooms at the Courtyard by Marriott, at a discounted room rate of $199 per night. Last day to reserve a room is March 9th, 2026.

Courtyard Greenville Downtown

The nearest airport to our wedding venue is Greenville Spartanburg, located approximately 15 minutes to downtown Greenville.

Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport

Travel

Welcome to Greenville, South Carolina!

We're thrilled to have you join us for our wedding celebration in the charming city of Greenville. While you're here to share in our special day, we want you to also experience the best that Greenville has to offer.

Bars, restaurants, and shopping are all within walking distance of the Courtyard Greenville.

Greenville Shopping & Dining

Attractions along the trail: THE COMMONS AT UNITY PARK: 1 mile north of downtown, the commons offers a food hall, breweries, and shops. -SWAMP RABBIT CAFE: 2.5 miles north of downtown, this is my favorite cafe and grocery supporting local farmers and food markets with a great outdoor patio -TOP SOIL RESTAURANT: 10 miles north of downtown. To make it this far on the trail, Top Soil is a worthy reward. My favorite restaurant featuring only locally grown and seasonal food

Swamp Rabbit trail

This website offers a vibrant guide to outdoor adventures in Greenville, SC, featuring scenic trails, state parks, waterfalls, and family-friendly activities for nature lovers and thrill-seekers alike.

Claire & Luke

Claire & Luke

C&L

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