Appetizers: Cheese & Cracker Board, Vegetable Tray Entree: Smoked Sausage (GF, DF), Pulled Pork (GF), Buns (DF, V) Potato Salad (GF, V, contains eggs), Creamy Slaw (GF, DF, V, contains eggs), 3-Cheese Baked Mac (V), Garden Salad (GF, DF, V), Pesto Veggie Pasta (V), BBQ Sauces (All are GF, DF, egg-free, and V), Lemonade

Yes, there will be an open bar serving wine and beer. The venue has a strict 2 hour serving policy, so the open bar will be during cocktail hour (4-5pm) and after dinner (6:30-7:30pm). If you would like a beverage, please be sure to stop by the bar during these times. Offered Beverages: Blue Moon, White Claw, Trophy Husband (Trophy Brewing), White Zombie (Catawba Brewing), Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Malbec, Red Blend

Cocktail and semiformal attire are encouraged! Please no white dresses, no jeans. The wedding party will be wearing dusty blue, light sage, and forest green. Keep in mind it might be quite warm in May in Raleigh.

Yes. The ceremony will be held outdoors, and the reception has both an indoor and outdoor space. Wear sunscreen!

Yes! Kids are welcome. To us, weddings are about celebrating love and the blending of families, and kids are a part of that family.

Yes! The JC Raulston Arboretum is wheelchair accessible, but there are a few loose stone pathways.

There is a small parking lot by the entrance, but there is plenty of additional free street parking along Beryl Rd and Pylon Dr. Make sure to allow yourself enough time to park and walk to the Rose Garden before the ceremony begins.