Wedding Day

Secret Gardens

Ceremony/Reception

Fall

Welcome to our wedding website! We can't wait to celebrate our special day with you!   We've created this website as a convenient and interactive way to share all the the important details with you in the lead up to our wedding.   You can also read more about our story, find our recommended hotel options, and check out some fun activities you can do around town while you’re visiting!   We want to thank you for your ongoing love and support. We are so excited to share this day with you and look forward to dancing the night away with all our favorite people!   #ONCLOUDREPP

WEDDING DAY

3:00 - 3:30 PMCEREMONYSecret Garden Wedding and Events3333 W. Raven Ave., Las Vegas, NV 89139, United States

3:30 - 4:30 PMCOCKTAIL HOURSecret Garden Wedding and Events3333 W. Raven Ave., Las Vegas, NV 89139, United States

RECEPTION, DINNER, AND DANCING TO FOLLOW

Our Wedding

Swipe Right Magic (August 30, 2018) Over 5 years ago, Kayla and Jared’s paths first crossed with a simple swipe right. Yes, thats right, Kayla and Jared met on the dating app, Bumble. Kayla, a hopeless romantic whose best friend (after much hesitation) convinced her to try online dating, and Jared, a recent college graduate back home looking to make some friends, matched on a fateful day in August. Each of their bios intrigued the other. Their chat sparked—a symphony of questions, shared playlists, and inside jokes. Little did they know a simple swipe would lead to something so extraordinary... Discovering Common Ground (Aug.-Sept. 2018) For the next month straight, Kayla and Jared talked endlessly, from favorite movies (Kayla adored rom-coms, while Jared enjoyed any movie about war) to their mutual love for travel and family. They soon discovered they shared more than just a love for the same kind of food and music. Days turned into weeks, and their connection only deepened. From their deep-rooted family values to their mutual obsession with ice cream, they were practically two peas in a pod. But as they dug deeper, they also realized they had plenty of differences. Kayla had never experienced the joy of lakeside summers or the thrill of razor rides in the desert. And don’t even get her started on the butter debacle—apparently, it’s still edible outside the fridge! Sweet First Encounter (Sept. 30th, 2018) After a month of anticipation, they finally decided to meet in person. Kayla was insistent on meeting somewhere in public - you can never be too careful. On a Sunday night, they settled on a quirky yet charming spot for their first date: a rolled ice cream parlor. Why? Because life is too short for vanilla scoops and predictable dates and what better way to break the ice (cream) than with ice cream? The first-meet nervousness melted away faster than the ice cream on the griddle. Their first date was a swirl of laughter, awkward moments, and delicious frozen treats—a perfect reflection of their budding connection. The rolled ice cream became a metaphor for their relationship—unexpected, delightful, and a little messy. Love Knows No Distance (March 11th, 2019) But just when things were heating up, life threw them a curveball. Jared was off to military boot camp for five long months, leaving them both to navigate the ups and downs of a long-distance relationship. Despite the miles between them, their bond only grew stronger, fueled by detailed letters about their days, late-night phone calls and virtual hugs. The letters weren’t just ink and paper; they were lifelines. They carried laughter, longing, and promises. When Jared missed home, Kayla’s words wrapped around him like a warm embrace and when Kayla faced tough days, Jared’s replies were her anchor. Their connection may have started over a quirky rolled ice cream date but it was the handwritten letters—the ink on paper—that truly sealed their fate. Reunited and It Felt So Good (July 19th, 2019) Soon Jared returned and they continued with their romance, right where they left off. From going on dates to the local farm, enjoying a picnic after a scenic hike, many annual trips to Kaylas happy place (Pismo Beach) and many more ice cream dates, they continued to become each others best friend and adventure buddy. Kayla graduated college and soon they both began their long-term careers. Fast forward a few years, Kayla and Jared shared a cozy home, adorned with photos and memories, but something was missing... Home Is Where The Dog Is (November 4th, 2022) In the midst of their romance, they decided to add a furry friend to the mix. Their faithful companion? Toby Keith, the curious toy poodle, who steals socks and hearts and has a personality as big as his country namesake. Toby witnessed their late-night conversations, wagging his tail as if he understood their whispered secrets. With Toby by their side, their little family felt complete. A Proposal Amongst the Pines (December 2nd, 2023) Finally, the day we ALL had been waiting for! Fast forward to December 2023, in the snowy pines of Brian Head, Utah. What started as their annual Christmas tree chopping trip, turned into a moment they’ll never forget. With the scent of pine in the air, twinkling lights up above, and snow-capped trees surrounding them, Jared dropped to one knee and popped the question. Of course, Kayla said YES, and their journey from dating app match to happily ever after officially began. From swiping right to saying I do, theirs is a journey filled with laughter, tears, and more than a few melted ice cream cones along the way. But through it all, one thing remains certain: their love is as sweet and enduring as a scoop of their favorite ice cream.

Kayla & Jared's Love Story

And as they wait for their big day to arrive, they remember:   Sometimes love feels mellow and calm (like vanilla)... Sometimes it feels energetic, bold, and too much to handle (like cold-brew coffee) ... Sometimes it feels tried and true (like chocolate)...   As the same with love, like ice cream, you have to enjoy it while it's there or it melts and you lose that chance. You can never recreate those movements in the past because time moves on. So today, Kayla and Jared always remind each other to enjoy the moments when they are happening.   To this day, they like to think of their love as Cookies and Cream ice cream ... it is mainly stable, mellow, and calm with the vanilla, but all those bits of cookies mixed in are the unexpected surprises and adventures that they have together along the way.

Our Story

First Dates 

October - December 2018

The farm, snow and hiking 

First Road Trip

Pismo Beach - August 2019

First (And Many) Razor Rides

Snow Days

Memorable Shenanigans Over The Years

Puppy Love 

Toby Keith - November 4, 2022

Engagement Weekend 

Brian Head, UT - December 2, 2023

Family Vacations 

Trying new things and making memories 

Forever with you

Coming November 2024

Photos

Wayne & Carole Everett

Dale & Chanda Repp

Arlene Nesci Turner & Rick Turner

Lyle & Cindy Katterhagen

Dusty Lawless

Jake Repp

Sara Jackson

Josh Repp

Eileen Saenz

Sam Ecker

Brittini Ricafrente

Justin Everett

Ally Ecker

Reid Pearson

Abby Ecker

Rueben Saenz

Sarah Repp

Rockney Ricafrente

Abigail C. 

Derek Warner

Carter W.

Noah W. 

Corey Coggins

Wedding Party

Q + A

Hotel room blocks have been made at the below hotel in Las Vegas, NV. See below for details and instruction on how to book. There are other hotels available around the area however, we do not have room blocks at any of those hotels. Other recommended options are suggested below as well.

This is the closest hotel to the venue site with only a 3 minute drive. Limited number of rooms have been reserved at this hotel. To make your reservation, use the link provided. These rooms have King bed with sofa bed but can be changed to 2 Queens with a sofa bed for a small fee. The reservation cut off date is Friday, October 18, 2024. This special group room rate WILL expire on this date.

Hyatt Place Las Vegas at Silverton Village 

The below hotels DO NOT have room blocks reserved for our event but they are other hotel options around the area to look into!﻿

This hotel is 4 minutes from the venue and 10 minutes from the airport. The Hyatt hotel we have room blocks at is location directly next to the Silverton Casino so this is the second best option if you want to be close to the venue. After the festivities at the venue are over, we plan to hang out at the bards in the Silverton Casino.

Silverton Casino Lodge

This hotel is 7 minutes from the venue and 10 minutes from the airport.

South Point Hotel Casino & Spa

This hotel is a bit further from the venue. It is 20 minutes from the venue and 15 minutes from the airport.

Green Valley Ranch Resort Spa and Casino

Travel

Las Vegas has so many fun things to do. Stop and explore some of the famous locations and the hidden gems! Most people know "The Strip" but between downtown, nature walks, live entertainment, restaurants and bars, there are endless activities to enjoy!! 

Breweries, great food, and fun! What more could you ask for? You can walk the arts district and pop into some breweries, bars, restaurants, and see some cool art along the way. You can even stop to see where one of the scenes in the Hangover III movie was filmed! 

Arts District

This is one of our favorite places to go! Looking for a casual but lively night out. Head out to Water Street and visit unique restaurants and bars. A few of our favorite spots are: BLVD Grille Juan’s Flaming Fajitas and Cantina Gold Mine Tavern Street Burger Chinitas Tapas & Sushi Biscuits and Bourdon Mackenzie River Pizza, Grill, & Pub

Water Street 

So many cool places to see here! Another place we frequent a lot is Maxx’s Food and Drinks! Enjoy a cool and relaxing atmosphere, some good drinks and even better pizza. Our favorites are the white and the BBQ chicken pizza. While youre down in Boulder City you can explore the little town. Some other bars and restaurants you could try:Beer ZombiesThe TapBig Ts CantinaJacks Place Sports Bar and GrillWorld Famous Coffee Cup Cafe

Boulder City Historic Downtown

If youre looking for a nice outdoor activity, Red Rock is a great spot to take in the beautiful outdoors Vegas has to offer. You can drive the scenic route or hop out of the car to go hiking.

Red Rock Canyon

Enjoy a night out taking in the old Vegas, live music, gambling, and fun. Want to have the best view of Fremont? You can zip-line down the Fremont St. Experience to see all the lights from a different perspective.

Fremont Street Experience

You do not have to be a pro at golf to visit TopGolf. Enjoy a friendly competition while you take in the drinks, the view, and the social life.

Top Golf

A newer addition to the Las Vegas Strip is The Sphere. You can buy tickets to experience the inside of the Sphere or take a drive down to the strip and you can view the outside of the Sphere for free.

The Sphere

The Neon Museum features old signs from the casinos and other businesses displayed outside for you to view.

K&J

WEDDING DAY