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Claire & Fabian

August 15, 2025

Claire & Fabian

August 15, 2025

Q + A

When and where is the wedding?

Our wedding celebration will take place on Friday, August 15, 2025, at The Old Field Club in Setauket, NY. The celebration begins at 6:00 PM and ends at midnight.

Why Long Island?

We chose Long Island because Claire’s mom lives here, and we wanted a beautiful waterfront location that felt special to us and our families.

What should I wear?

The dress code is colorful summer attire! Think elegant and colorful, but comfortable—suits or dress shirts for men, dresses, jumpsuits, or dressy separates for women. Since some parts of the wedding will be outdoors, we recommend comfortable shoes.

How do I get to the venue?

By Car – The venue is about 1.5-2 hours from NYC by car. By Train – You can take the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) from Penn Station (NYC) to Stony Brook Station, then take a short Uber/Lyft ride to the venue. From JFK/LGA Airports – The drive takes about 1.5 hours, or 2-2.5 hours by public transport.

Will transportation be provided?

Yes, transportation will be provided leaving the venue, starting at 10:00pm. Shuttles will drop guests off at Danford's (Port Jefferson), Holiday Inn Express (Stony Brook), and Country Corner for the after party.

Where should I stay?

There are several hotels nearby, including: Hilton Garden Inn Stony Brook (closest to the venue) Holiday Inn Express Stony Brook Danford’s Hotel & Marina (Port Jefferson) We also recommend checking Airbnb for house rentals in Setauket, Stony Brook, or Port Jefferson.

Can I make this a longer trip? What else is there to do?

Beach lovers – Fire Island, Montauk, or Jones Beach Wine enthusiasts – North Fork wineries City explorers – Take a day trip to NYC Families – Visit the Long Island Aquarium or Legoland NY Check the "Things To Do" page for further information.

What time should I arrive at the venue?

Our wedding celebration starts at 6:00 PM, so we recommend arriving 20-30 minutes early to get settled.

Will the ceremony and reception be indoors or outdoors?

Our celebration will take place both indoors and outdoors, weather permitting.

Will there be vegetarian/pescatarian food options?

Yes! We have vegetarian and pescatarian meal options available. If you have any dietary restrictions, please let us know in advance.

Can I bring my kids?

Yes! Kids are welcome, just let us know in the RSVP. There will be an outdoor space with room for games, running around, and fun activities.

Is there parking at the venue?

Yes, free parking is available at the venue.

What is the weather like in August?

August in Long Island is typically warm (around 75-85°F / 24-30°C), with a cool breeze in the evening.