Wedding Day at The Hotel Julien

Hotel Julien Dubuque

Ceremony

Reception

Ceremony 

Cocktail Hour

Dinner

Bar Close

Our Wedding

Our story began in 2023 with a first date that brought an unexpected surprise—we were neighbors! From that moment on, everything just felt right. We quickly became inseparable, building a life filled with love, laughter, and more inside jokes than we can count. A year later, in the same spot where we shared our first kiss, we got engaged. It was a simple, perfect moment that captured everything our relationship is: full of meaning, comfort, and joy. We’re so grateful for the love and support around us, and we can’t wait to celebrate this next chapter with you!

Our Story

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Wedding Party

Q + A

Travel & Transportation We’re so excited to welcome you to Dubuque for our big day! Whether you’re flying or driving in, here’s everything you need to know to get here smoothly. Nearby Airports 	•	Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ): ~9 miles / 15 minutes to Hotel Julien. A great local option with limited flights (mostly through Chicago). Hotel Julien offers complimentary airport shuttle service—just call ahead to arrange! 	•	Eastern Iowa Airport (CID – Cedar Rapids, IA): ~90 miles / ~1.5 hours away. A convenient choice with more airline options. 	•	Quad Cities International (MLI – Moline, IL): ~80 miles / ~1.5 hours by car. 	•	Chicago O’Hare (ORD) or Midway (MDW): ~200 miles / ~3 hours for those flying in and renting a car. Getting Around 	•	Rental cars are recommended for the most flexibility. 	•	Uber and Lyft operate in Dubuque but may have limited availability at certain times, especially late at night or in more rural areas. 	•	Hotel shuttles & taxis are available—check with your hotel directly to see what’s offered. If you have any questions while planning your trip, feel free to reach out. We can’t wait to see you there!

Travel Info

Travel

Things to Do in Dubuque & Galena We’re so excited to celebrate with you and hope you enjoy exploring the area while you’re here! Whether you’re into history, nature, or just relaxing with good food and local charm—there’s something for everyone. Some guest favorites include: 	•	Strolling historic Main Street in Galena 	•	Riding the Fenelon Place Elevator in Dubuque 	•	Hiking at Eagle Point Park or Horseshoe Mound 	•	Touring the Ulysses S. Grant Home or the National Mississippi River Museum 	•	Enjoying a riverboat cruise or a wine/spirits tasting For even more ideas, check out VisitGalena.org and TravelDubuque.com. We hope you make the most of your weekend!

Things To Do

Things to Do

Registry

Matti & Matthew

Matti & Matthew

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