Something nice, but comfortable! (Think sun dress or jumpsuit for the ladies and pants or jeans and collared shirts for the guys! Just a few examples!)
What time should I arrive?
The ceremony will begin at 4pm with a reception to follow until 9pm. Guest are welcome to arrive as early as 3:30pm.
When is the RSVP date?
April 1st, 2025. But the earlier the better!
What are nearby hotel options?
We have limited space in a Room Block at Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport (6800 Fleur Drive
Des Moines, Iowa 50321)!
For online booking: https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/deeplink/?ctyhocn=DSMGIGI&groupCode=JCBD25&arrivaldate=2025-06-13&departuredate=2025-06-14&cid=OM,WW,HILTONLINK,EN,DirectLink&fromId=HILTONLINKDIRECT.
If you prefer to give the hotel a call, you can give the block name of "Brooklyn and James" or you can book through the Hilton app and use the block code "JCBD25".
Other Options:
Closest to the Venue : Fairfield Inn & Suites Norwalk.
DSM Airport Options: Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport, Holiday Inn Des Moines.
West Des Moines Options: Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines, Element West Des Moines, The Rewind West Des Moines, and Homewood Suites by Hilton West Des Moines.
Is the wedding indoors or outdoors?
The wedding and reception will be outdoors as long as the weather cooperates!
What is the easiest way to get to and from the wedding venue?
The wedding and reception will take place at Rose Farm in Norwalk, IA at 7197 43rd Ave, Norwalk, IA 50211. For easiest access, take Highway 28 through Norwalk and turn onto 43rd Ave (otherwise you will be taking dirt roads the majority of the way there!)
Is there parking available near the venue?
Yes! When you first pull in, take the first left into the "Guest Parking" lot in the field!