What date should I RSVP by?
May 10th. Please include your meal preferences through the website RSVP.
Is the ceremony and the reception at the same venue?
Yes, all activities are at the Columbus Zoo.
What time should I arrive to the ceremony?
Please arrive by 5:00pm ET. Ceremony starts promptly at 5:30pm ET.
What happens if I arrive late?
Any guests who arrive after 5:30pm ET will be asked to wait outside of the venue until the ceremony ends. Thank you for your understanding.
What is the dress code?
Please dress business casual. Please refrain from wearing shorts but do dress for the weather. Activities will be both indoors and outdoors.
Will the ceremony and cocktail hour take place indoors or outdoors?
Outdoors. The ceremony and cocktail hour will be outside on the patio. There is a roof and fans over half of the patio.
Will the reception take place indoors or outdoors?
Indoors. After cocktail hour, the inside portion of the venue will be open and you can go inside and outside as you please.
What will the weather be like?
In 2023, the weather was 70 - 73 degrees with an overcast on June 8th. Historically, the high has been 80 degrees. No matter what, it will be humid.
How do I get the wedding venue?
Once you are at the zoo, please follow the signs for the Africa Event Center.
Is there parking available at the wedding venue?
Yes! There is plenty of parking available. Guests are welcome to keep their cars at the zoo over night, if needed.
Can I bring my kids?
This will be a kid-free event. Thank you for understanding.
I have dietary restrictions/allergies. What is the best way to let you know?
Please indicate your restrictions or allergies on the RSVP card. You can also indicate this on the online RSVP.
Can we take pictures during the ceremony?
No. We request that there are no phones during the ceremony.
Can I take pictures during cocktail hour and the reception?
Yes, please do!
Can we post pictures on social media?
Yes, please do!
Can I bring my gift to the wedding?
Yes, there will be a table for gifts and cards.
When will the reception end?
10pm