Wedding Day

Ceremony

Rolling Rails Lodge

Reception

Our Wedding

Our mutual friends, Peyton & Sarah, introduced us! 

Our Story 

Photos

The bride's first best friend when she moved to Harrisburg. Sam and Mariel have attended elementary, middle, high school, and college together at Penn State. 

Sam Dunn

Mariel's cousin who is 6 months older than her. They have shared many of life's major milestones and have always been a constant in each other's life. 

Isabelle McMurray

The bride's best friend who has been by her side through major life events. Audrey and Mariel went to elementary, middle, and high school together! And of course, playa bowls!

Audrey Weigl

The bride's younger cousin who consistently matches her energy and is always ready to have the best time! Go gamecocks!

Ella Lucas

The bride's brother's girlfriend whom Mariel is close to! Olivia is already a member of the family and always keeps the day bright!

Olivia Sandcaz

The brides younger cousin who goes by “meme.” Their age difference has never stopped their bond — they both love crafts and Starbucks! 

Emelia McMurray

Liza is the bride's college roommate and great friend! Liza is quick-witted and ready for a good time. You can find Liza and Mariel in Pickles on Tuesday night! We are!

Liza Szobocsan

The Groom's older sister, Maria. Maria and Mariel share a lot in common; faith, love of chai, and lots of deep conversations. 

Maria Ferragonio

Sarah and Mariel spent their high school years together in AP English, grew up attending the same church together, and eventually, Sarah set Mariel and Joey up together! 

Sarah Doherty

Rylee is Mariel's friend from home who frequently visited Penn State! Mariel and Rylee always share lots of laughs and are excited to celebrate this day together!

Rylee Gabrielson

Cat is Joey's older sister and a cherished part of his life. We are excited to share this special day with her beside us. 

Catherine Krepp

Rebecca is Joey's older sister and has had a front-row seat to all of his phases growing up - camo clothes, long hair, etc. We are grateful to have her share this day with us!

Rebecca Scahill

Michael Ferragonio

Matthew Ferragonio

Ray Aliberti

Jonathan Lamanti 

Peyton Blain 

Jacob Miller

Michael Krepp 

Zack Scahill

Declan O’Brien

Jack Salopek

Ryan Parker

Trevor Lewis

Wedding Party

Q + A

We strongly encourage you to book your hotels in advance due to our wedding sharing the same weekend as Arts Festival. In addition to the two hotels where we have rooms blocked, we also recommend, the Penn Stater, the Graduate, and the Nittany Lion Inn. Additionally, there are also AirBnB's in the area!

Please share that you are a guest attending our wedding. All reservations must be made by May 15th, 2026 to be a part of the block. Rooms are limited.CODE: SJ53E1

Comfort Suites near Penn State

Please share that you are a guest attending our wedding, All reservations must be made by May 15th, 2026 to be a part of the block. Rooms are limited.CODE: VL03B7

Sleep Inn near Penn State

Travel

Visit State College for the annual festival of the arts taking place during our wedding weekend!

Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts

DelGrosso’s Amusement Park and Laguna Splash Water Park

Mount Nittany Trailhead

One of our college favorites! Grab Doggie's famous pizza, an orange escape goat, and some garlic knots! Escape goat pictured above.

Doggie's Pub

Stop and grab some penny candy, ice cream, and the best chocolate around!

Gardners Candies

Mariel is great friends with Bill Pickle! Grab some BBQ and a Kentucky Milkshake on the patio.

Bill Pickles Tap Room

Tytoona Cave Nature Preserve Area

One of our favorite breakfast places and near the park were we got engaged!

Bonfatto's Italian Market & Corner Café

Altoona Curve Baseball

Things to Do

Registry

Ultimate Formal Attire Shopping Guide

25 Hand-Picked Formal Guest Dresses

Tux vs. Suit: What's the Difference?

The dress code is formal attire with timeless elegance — formal garden party. Ladies, think floor to midi length dresses or jump suits. Be yourself!!! Gentlemen, please wear a tie and jacket, as this is a formal event.We want you to feel amazing!

Mariel & Joey

Mariel & Joey

M&J

Wedding Day

4:00 PM

Ceremony

6:00 PM

Reception