St. Louis Union Station

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Our Wedding

"A Modern Romance, Featuring Love, Growth, and One Tiny Oopsie!"&nbsp; We met in 2020 when Nick moved from Cedar Rapids, Iowa, back to his hometown of St. Louis. Though our initial interaction was brief at the time (Nick was dating someone different...one of Garrett's friends - yikes!), we both felt an immediate connection we couldn't quite place. Funny thing, neither of us are the other person's physical type, so it didn't make a lot of sense. As our outings at bars and dinners with friends continued, Garrett told Nick how he felt and, though it did take some time, Nick eventually came to the realization that he should leave the other guy. While we both knew all along it was going to be the right decision, it was Piper’s love for Garrett which sealed the fate and led us to become one happy family. Happy when Nick walks her and happiest when she’s in bed with Garrett.&nbsp; Fast forward and here we are a few years in (depending on when you start counting) and getting married! Our life has been so full of travel, family time, political dinners, awkward situations, nights at home, too many Dave Matthews’ concerts to count (or so Nick says!) and only one Taylor Swift tour (enough for Garrett). We've traveled to South Africa, Portugal, England, Scotland, Mexico, and across the United States, and we have countless trips ahead but always look most forward to returning home to our beloved Piper. Though our journey has been full of ups and downs (yes, those ups and downs), we couldn't be more happy with where life has taken us and the people surrounding us along the way. We look forward to celebrating our love with all of you soon!&nbsp;

Our Story

Photos

Garrett’s Side

Katey and I became best friends in high school (in a class called interpersonal relationships in fact) and the world has never been the same. From Dave shows coast to coast and across the pond to every high and low of life, she is my number one, my ride or die, my bestie. 

Katey Wheeler Perryman

My cousin and twin, Jeff has always been my idol and the person I look to for advice. From letters during his deployment to my first Yuengling, Jeff introduced me to the world and I couldn't be more lucky to have a cousin like him. 

Jeff Beelaert

Becoming best friends in college happened by chance (and College Democrats), but staying best friends was destined. Boozy brunch, Cubs, the Cubs, clubs, campaigns, and plenty of poor decisions on a Sunday have kept life interesting and I can't imagine where life would be without her. 

Blaine Nolan

One of the only people I knew when I moved to Missouri, Matt quickly became one of my closest friends and eventually roommate. Bar trip in Europe, nights at SoCo and the Grove, we've been there for every milestone, good (and bad) decision, and just "one more" drink.

Matthew Tharp

I didn't know when I walked into a campaign office I'd make a best friend for life. Cat scratch fever, message received, look at the moon, Guam, and all our other inside jokes and stories keep us rolling late into the night and make 15 years sound like a lifetime, but we have so many more ahead of us. 

Mary Klinkose

Since the moment he was born Jesse has been more than a cousin, he's been my little brother. Summers together at the cottage, growing up on the lake(s), dips in Showalter Fountain, and supporting one another in life are the tip of the iceberg for memories with him.

Jesse Mickley

Nick's Side

I'm so lucky that I was able to stand by my brother at his wedding in 2015 that I couldn't imagine him not being my best man. Martin (or Marty/Marty Party to some of you) and I have definitely been in our fair share of fights, but at the end of the day, he's always had my back. Even though I didn't always see it, he was and is a constant defender of me: when I was younger he told his friends I was "kind of athletic" as I outplayed them in basketball and when I was older he told his fraternity brothers to back off when thought I was hitting on their girlfriends. 

As we've gotten older and grown up, I still look up to my brother, but just in different ways. Instead of it being his athleticism, it's how he is as a husband and a father I look up to everyday. He's the best!

Martin Capellupo

What is there to say about Abigail (Abby, Abs, Ab-a-girl, Medusa) in a few short words? Well, over the last 3 decades, she's stood by my side through it all. Whether it was her hitting my arm at our 8th grade graduation for not crying, me balling when she left to go to college at St. Mary's or us walking across the stage at Drake University after convincing her to transfer, I couldn't imagine my life without her. Though she may not be blood, she will always be a sister to me. The wedding wouldn't be complete without her!

Abigail Harman

As one of my older cousins, Phil picked on me all the time growing up. Even though he may have tormented me a little bit and made me drink on family vacations (okay...I may have asked for a drink), he's always been someone I've looked up to and admired. He's an incredible brother, son, friend and husband and I hope I can emulate some of those qualities in my own life. I appreciate Phil willing to stand by my side as I make this next step in my life and I will definitely be turning to him for guidance as I become a married man! 

Phil Capellupo

When Marti and I first met at Drake University at a random Education School class, I never imagined we'd be here all these years later. Marti was the very first person to see my potential when I came up to her while drinking at a Halloween party. I told her I loved what she did for a living and if she was looking to hire someone, I was the guy! Little did she know I would send her my resume and I would begin working with her in events at the Science Center of Iowa, which would lead to a lifelong friendship. Through all of these years, we've endured a lot of ups and downs in life, but she continues to push me to be the best version of myself and since this is one of the biggest moments in my life, I couldn't imagine my wedding without her! 

Marti Payseur

Jon and I met when Garrett introduced us on a random night having drinks at D's Place in Soulard. Although we haven't known each other for too many years, I can always count on Jon when needed - he will be the first to give you a ride on his golf cart, be a drinking buddy whenever you needed, and always apologize for talking politics when intoxicated. I'm so happy Jon and I have become friends over the last few years and, with him by my side, I know I the drinks will be flowing and the vibes will be at an all-time high! 

Jon Allard

Kelly and I met during our freshman year in high school while she was at Villa and I went to CBC. We became quick friends over our love for Abigail Harman! After high school, Kelly went to San Diego for college while I went to Des Moines. Though we remain friends, it wasn't until I moved back to St. Louis that Kelly and I reconnected and have become closer than ever. I'm so lucky to call her a friend and to have her stand next to me to celebrate my wedding!

Kelly Martin

Wedding Party

Q + A

Historic St. Louis Union Station Hotel is one of our favorite spots in the city and a place very special to us - our first date! Block cutoff date: August 25, 2025

St. Louis Union Station Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Royal Sonesta Chase Park Plaza St. Louis

Block cutoff date: August 27, 2025

Aloft St. Louis Cortex

If you would rather stay in a VRBO or AirBnb we recommend finding a location in the Central West End or Tower Grove neighborhoods.

Travel & Accomodations

On Saturday the Cards play the Cubs at 1:20, UMass visits Faurot Field against Mizzou (time TBD), and Indiana plays Iowa (time TBD). Ballpark Village (or BPV as we say) will definitely have the games on the big screen!

Ballpark Village

No trip to St. Louis is complete without a tour of AB! The Day Fresh Tour is a great way to learn the history of AB and taste a beer fresh from the brewmaster.

Anheuser-Busch St. Louis Brewery

The light show in the Grand Hall runs daily from 5-10pm and is one of our favorite spots to grab a drink. It's where we had our first date and is a beautiful place to sit and sip!

Grand Hall at Union Station

Pop over to our neighborhood for a visit to the oldest open air market west of the Mississippi. Grab a Ragin Cajun Bloody or a margarita and take a stroll.

Soulard Farmers Market

One of our favorite places to grab food or a drink. Live music every night, amazing jambalaya, and a game room if you get bored.

1860 Saloon, Game Room, & Hardshell Café

If it's not too hot outside the patio is worth a visit.

Sasha's on Shaw

Who could say no to gourmet alcoholic ice cream drinks? Recs: Kelli and Garrett's favorite is the chocolate mudslide (extra chocolate shavings for Kelli) and Nick likes the strawberry basil lemonade.

Garrett & Nick

Garrett & Nick

Travel & Accomodations

St. Louis Union Station Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Royal Sonesta Chase Park Plaza St. Louis

Aloft St. Louis Cortex