Of course!! In Minnesota we have TWO seasons - winter and road construction - Highway 22 which is the main highway to enter Chankaska, is going to be under construction. Large parts of it will be closed south of the venue. If you are traveling north from Mankato, please plan to use Highway 169 in lieu of Highway 22. Please plan to allow for additional travel time to the venue given the construction in the area.

MSP - Minneapolis St. Paul

Chankaska Winery is approximately an hour and 15 minutes from the Minneapolis airport.

Yes! When you check in at any hotel listed under “lodging” they will provide you with a welcome gift along with the shuttle schedule and transportation details.

We have reserved the entire venue for the day to ensure ample parking and no conflicts with competing events. The main lodge will be open to the public, but all other areas are for the exclusive use of the wedding guests.

Yes, Uber is available. However transportation will be provided via motor coach to and from each of the hotels listed in the “lodging” section and the wedding venue. If you are staying at a local Airbnb, we are happy to provide you with an “Event” code for Uber that will cover your transportation to and from the venue on the day of the wedding.

Certainly - a wedding isn’t a wedding without the sound of children! Joe and Jacki have considered guests of all ages and have arranged for a designated area at Chankaska for their younger guests to have fun. Games and age appropriate snacks will be available from noon until the dinner hour and will include a bounce house for the young ones, along with an Axe throwing game, giant Jenga and cornhole for the adolescents. Fire pits will be in use on the grounds throughout the evening.

Please email us at jackischu28@gmail.com and/or joha20050608@gmail.com. It is important that we have the correct count for the caterer and the seating arrangement. Help us to get it right!!

Chankaska Creek Winery will provide shuttle service via golf cart from the parking areas and motor coach drop off to the ceremony venue. Please do not hesitate to email us in advance at jackischu28@gmail.com and/or joha20050608@gmail.com to let us know of accommodations you might need.

We recommend arriving at least 30 minutes early to ensure everyone is seated before the ceremony begins. We have reserved the entire venue from 8am until midnight, so feel free to arrive as early as you deem necessary.

Semi-formal / Cocktail attire

Yes! When you RSVP please provide dietary restrictions so we can accommodate your needs.

Yes! Here is a list of pet-friendly hotels and their policies: - American: Only ADA-defined service animals are allowed. No other pets permitted. - Courtyard Mankato: No pets allowed. - Best Western: Pet-friendly, allows up to two domestic dogs (max. 80 lbs each). Other pets (cats, birds, etc.) require prior approval. Fees: $40 per day per room; $150 refundable damage deposit may apply. Call ahead to confirm availability. - Hilton: Allows dogs and cats (max. 2 pets, 75 lbs each). Fees: $75 per stay (1-4 nights), $125 per stay (5+ nights)

Although Joe and Jacki love all your furry friends, the venue does not allow pets.

No - smoking is not allowed anywhere on the Chankaska grounds.