Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Our Wedding

We met for our first date in Hayward on the evening of September 27, 2022. Rhys proposed on the banks of the River Shannon in Limerick, Ireland on March 27, 2025.

September 27, 2022

Our Story

Photos

Wedding Party

If you have any additional questions that are not listed or answered on this page, please feel free to reach out directly to the bride or groom! HOW AND WHEN SHOULD I RSVP?To RSVP please tear off the bottom of the invitation you received along the perforation mark, indicate your answer (and include a song request if you'd like!) and drop it in the mail! We ask that you kindly RSVP by May 1, 2026. WHAT IF I DON'T RSVP IN TIME?If you do not RSVP by May 1, 2026, you will be marked as "not attending". We would love celebrating with you, however, we have to provide an exact guest count for our vendors and cannot accept late RSVPs. WHAT IF I RSVP'D AND I CAN'T MAKE IT?You will be missed! Life happens, no worries. Please let the bride and groom know as soon as possible that you will no longer be able to attend. CAN I BRING A DATE/PLUS ONE?In an effort to keep our wedding as intimate as possible, only the guests formally invited on your wedding invitation will be accommodated. Your formal invitation has been made out to "[Your Name] and Guest" if you have received a plus one. Thank you for understanding and please reach out with any questions! WHAT IS THE ATTIRE?We would love our family and friends to be comfortable and feel their best, so we are requesting that all of our guests dress in dressy-casual clothing. (Think below-the-knee dresses, chic jumpsuits, or dressy skirts / tops for women; suit or dress shirt / slacks for men.) The wedding colors are blues and purples. The ceremony and reception will be held inside, and we will walk along paved sidewalks to the afterparty. Please take this into consideration when choosing your shoes! WHERE WILL THE CEREMONY / RECEPTION BE HELD?Both the ceremony and reception will be held at the Eagles Hall in Alameda. The address is 2305 Alameda Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501. WHAT TIME SHOULD I ARRIVE?Doors will open at 12:30pm and the ceremony will begin at 1:00pm. Please leave your hotel / residence early enough to ensure you have plenty of time to park and make your way to the Hall. PICTURES DURING THE CEREMONY:Once the ceremony begins we ask that all phones be put away and silenced. Our photographer will capture this moment for us! Once the ceremony is over, feel free to take as may photos as you'd like! WILL THERE BE AN OPEN BAR?We will be providing a hybrid bar! Once our dollar cap has been reached, the venue will switch to a cash bar, so be sure to bring cash/cards if you'd like more than 2 drinks during the reception. We will also be providing champagne for toasts. WHERE DO I PARK?Our venue has limited on-site parking; Alameda offers street parking as well. Another option is to park in the Civic Center Parking Structure at 1416 Oak St, Alameda, CA 94501. It is a 3 minute walk from the venue. WHERE IS THE NEAREST AIRPORT?Please visit the "Travel" tab of our website for more information on airports! WILL THERE BE AN AFTERPARTY?Yes! After the reception ends at 8:00pm, we and however many guests would like to come, will make our way to the <a href="https://lucky13alameda.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Lucky 13 Bar</a>, which is a 3 minute walk around the corner. This spot holds a special place in our hearts, and we'd love to share it with our friends and family!

Q + A

Airports

The Oakland International Airport (OAK) is the closest major airport to Alameda, California, offering a wide range of domestic and international flights. It’s known for its ease of navigation and convenient location. Distance / Time: Approximately 13 miles (or about 20 minutes) from Alameda Address: 1 Airport Dr, Oakland, CA 94621 Pros: Close proximity to Alameda, generally less congested than SFO, ample parking, efficient security. Cons: Fewer international flight options compared to SFO, can experience fog delays. Airlines: Southwest, Alaska, Delta, JetBlue, Spirit, Hawaiian, Allegiant. Car Rental: Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, National, Thrifty. Official Website: https://www.oaklandairport.com/ Phone: (510) 563-3300 Rating: Generally rated 3.5 to 4 stars. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is a major international hub and offers a vast array of flight options, including numerous international destinations. Though further than OAK, it’s still a convenient option. Distance / Time: Approximately 25 miles (or about 45 minutes) from Alameda Address: San Francisco, CA 94128 Pros: Extensive international flight options, numerous domestic flights, excellent amenities, good public transportation connections. Cons: More prone to delays, often congested, higher parking fees. Airlines: United, Delta, American, Alaska, JetBlue, and many international carriers. Car Rental: Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, National, Thrifty. Official Website: https://www.flysfo.com/ Phone: (650) 821-8211 Rating: Generally rated 3.5 to 4 stars.

Lodging

We have <a href="https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/deeplink/?ctyhocn=OAKAMHX&amp;groupCode=CHHMRW&amp;arrivaldate=2026-06-25&amp;departuredate=2026-06-29&amp;cid=OM,WW,HILTONLINK,EN,DirectLink&amp;fromId=HILTONLINKDIRECT" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">a block of 10 rooms available</a>; 6 King rooms and 4 double Queen rooms. When booking within the block, a parking fee of $10/day will be waived. Click the linked text to reserve your room online, or call at their number and give them the block code. They will accept reservations in the room block until May 14, 2026; please reserve your space before that date if needed! Other notes: The hotel offers round trip shuttle service to and from the Oakland airport for $10 per room. Cots / rollaway beds can be rented for $10/day. Rooms feature refrigerators and microwaves, and bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. They also have a hot tub and a 24-hour fitness center. A complimentary continental breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Hampton Inn & Suites Oakland Airport-Alameda

We have a block of 15 rooms available;&nbsp;8 King rooms and 7 Queen rooms. They will accept reservations in the room block until June 4, 2026; please reserve your space before that date if needed! Hawthorn Suites By Wyndham-Oakland/Alameda is the East Bay’s newest all–suite hotel offering elegant accommodations in a warm, inviting atmosphere. A continental breakfast is offered each morning. Each spacious suite offers a separate living area with a sofa from the bedrooms, a TV with cable channels, a microwave, and a refrigerator. Each suite includes a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries. Guests can take advantage of the business center, an indoor hot tub, and the fitness center.

Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Oakland/Alameda

Travel

In Alameda

Please take a look below at our curated list, or at <a href="https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g29073-Activities-Alameda_California.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Trip Advisor's suggestions for things to do in Alameda</a>

Visit an historic aircraft carrier with historic aircraft, a NASA exhibit and regular tours of the lower levels.

USS Hornet - Sea, Air and Space Museum

Explore pinball machines through the ages, including modern pinball machines. Flat fee for admission with almost all machines set to free play.

Pacific Pinball Museum

Enjoy a local arcade with old school arcade machines. Flat fee for entry, all machines set to free play. Limited snacks and drinks available.

High Scores Arcade

Movie theater with historic art deco main building!

Alameda Theatre & Cineplex

Mini golf course with food and beer! Also has pool tables, a laser maze, and arcade games! $16 / Adult$13 / Youth (age 0-17)Age 0-4 is free when playing with a paid adult

Subpar Miniature Golf Alameda

Lucky Strike Alameda

Park Station

Beer garden and brewery with lots of arcade games! Suitable for all ages!

Almanac Adventureland & Brewery

Faction Brewing

In San Francisco

Peruse this article from <a href="https://www.abouttimemagazine.co.uk/travel/48-hours-things-to-do-in-san-francisco-california/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">About Time Magazine</a> for ideas on what to do in a short time in one of the best cities in the world!

Mary & Rhys