Wedding Day

Reception

The Venue at Willow Creek

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Dinner and Dancing

Our Wedding

John and I met the way all great love stories begin… at a dog park.It was 2019, right before the world shut down, and I was doing my usual daily trail walk with Remy at Shawnee Mission Dog Park. One day we ran into John and his tiny (but already opinionated) German Shepherd puppy, Klaus.Our dogs instantly became friends — which meant we kept “accidentally” running into each other. Before long, we exchanged numbers to schedule official dog play dates… you know, for the dogs.

Our Adventure to Love

We’d spend hours exploring trails, walking down to the lake, and one day we even helped “rescue” a dog that slipped off a small bluff. Helping rescue a dog together felt like a scene from Homeward Bound… and I think that’s when I knew he was special.Then COVID hit and life paused for a bit. But like all good love stories, ours picked back up right where it left off.

When we reconnected, our time together was never just "a date" — they were adventures! Rock wall climbing, go-karts, hiking trails, and always ending with something delicious to eat. Being with John has always meant doing life out loud.Soon after, John started his own business, which meant a lot of time on the road. But no matter where work took him, he always made time for us. He’d come home to visit — or invite me along for fun “mini weekend vacations.”Because of him, love has taken me to Iowa (spooky cave adventures!), Northern Illinois, Texas (including a Thanksgiving together), Arkansas, and even Florida — where we saw manatees for my birthday.Even when life was busy and moving fast, our one constant was adventure. And each other.

After a season of travel, we spent 2024 and 2025 building our life together in Kansas. Somewhere between dog park trails, road trips, caves, ATVs, and manatees… we realized we weren’t just building memories.We were building a home.So we bought one. And now we’re getting married!Turns out, the best thing Remy ever brought home from the dog park… was John. 🤍

Our Story

We'll be dressed up, but we want you to feel comfortable and confident, especially in dancing the night away with us! *Attire in deep, moody autumn tones will beautifully complement our setting- deep green, burgundy, rust, purple, black *Heels are welcome, but flats or wedges may be more comfortable on the grass for the ceremony. *Kansas Weather can be unpredictable- Bring a light layer just in case

Q + A

Fly into our new spacious KCI/MCI Airport(1hr 41 min Flight From Chicago, 7 hrs 40 min Drive from Chicago, IL)

Please Book hotels ASAP as we are hosting The American Royal BBQ Competition that weekend and Rooms in the area will book fast!

Yes you will need to Fly into Missouri to get to Kansas! Our venue/hotels are just a 27 minute car ride with minimal traffic!

Kansas City International Airport

Group Booking Name: Salazar/Blalock Wedding BlockGroup Code: 2339010 or please use the link below Standard 1 King Bed: sleeps 2Standard 2 Queen Beds: Sleeps 4(walk in showers, mini fridge) Hotel has a Cafe, Restaurant and Bar on site, as well as small indoor pool and arcade. Shuttle service will be provided to and from VenueMust Book Rooms by September 1st to receive group rate!

Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City

Check out The Early Bird special going on! 40% off rooms and suites!

Great Wolf Lodge | Kansas City

Group Name: Salazar-Blalock Wedding This hotel is the closest to the venue! (5 minute car ride) King Bed: $179/night 2 Queen Beds: $189/night Check in:4pm Check-out: 12:00pm Must Book by September 1st to get the group rate! A shuttle will ONLY be provided to and from the hotel and venue if 10 rooms are booked!

Comfort Suites Speedway - Kansas City

Group Booking Name: Salazar-Blalock Wedding
Check-in: 3pm Check-out: 11 am
King Rooms with pull out couch
Breakfast, free parking
Short walk to Legends shopping and dinning locations
*No venue shuttle service


Must Book Rooms by September 1st to receive group rate


https://www.choicehotels.com/reservations/groups/fu22a5?checkInDate=2026-10-01&amp;checkOutDate=2026-10-04&amp;ratePlanCode=BOWIVN




Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Kansas City at Village West, KS

Travel and Accommodations

Wed love to get you on the dance floor! Us ethe link below to add song requests for the night!

Tunes for the night!

While you're here, we hope you'll explore and see why we call KC home. From award winning BBQ food, live music to charming neighborhoods and beautiful parks, there’s something for everyone.

Overlooking the Kansas Speedway, this Vegas-style casino features countless slot machines, table games, and live entertainment options. Enjoy a thrilling gaming experience with modern amenities and spectacular views of the racetrack

Hollywood Casino at Kansas Speedway

Visit one of their 3 locations, but be prepared to wait in line(literally) for some great bbq! Fast casual, cafeteria style at the Iconic Gas Station location or walk across the street to their new extension!

Joe's KC BBQ

Shopping, Food, Entertainment. Hop on the free Street car and see the city!

Kansas City River Market

Visit one of their locations across the city for some "fine dining" BBQ. Be sure to try the spicy smoked wings and burnt ends! Casual Sit down dinning.

Jack Stack Barbecue - Lenexa

This outdoor shopping outlet is our main shopping area where you can find: Walmart, Target, TJMax, Old navy etc... as well as many fast food restaurants, coffee and snacks(whataburger, McDs, Culvers, Starbucks, Olive Garden,etc.. )

Tanger Kansas City at Legends

Need some fresh air? Take a visit to where it all began! Our Dogs brought us together at this very park. Enjoy great walking trails, fishing, paddle boards and nature.

Shawnee Mission Park Dog Off-Leash Area

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Kansas City

Union Station Kansas City

A 100- year old Mill offers coffee, cocktails, a brewery and taproom, bbq, pizza, and ice cream!

Ten and Two Coffee

In the Halloween Mood? Try Exiled- Trail of Terrors! John and I have gone two years in a row! Wear closed toed walking shoes and be prepared to run and scream!

Jessica & John

Jessica & John

Wedding Party