Samantha & Christopher

October 11, 2024 • Palm Springs, CA

Samantha & Christopher

October 11, 2024 • Palm Springs, CA

Do you have a hotel room block?

YES! Our hotel block is at the stunning Drift Hotel in downtown Palm Springs, CA. It's 1 mile away from our wedding venue. Our hotel block is for two nights, starting on October 10th, 2024 and check out on October 12th, 2024. Rooms within our block MUST be both nights as we cannot accommodate guests only staying one night. There will not be a block at any other hotel. Please see "Travel" link for additional information about the hotel.

Is there a dress code?

YES! Please wear black. We request that all of our guests wear cocktail, semi-formal, or formal black attire. Men can wear a black suit with white dress shirt. We ask that ladies wear a black dress. No, length doesn't matter.

What time should we arrive at the ceremony?

Ceremony seating starts at 4:15pm. Our ceremony will start at 4:30pm.

Are the ceremony and reception outdoors?

Yes! All of our wedding festivities will be outdoors on a garden patio.

What should I expect after the ceremony?

Cocktail hour will start around 5pm followed by dinner and the reception. Due to the Palm Springs noise ordinance our outdoor wedding will end at 10pm.

What types of food and drinks will be available?

There will be a light cocktail hour starting around 5pm with open bar service. There will be 2 signature drinks available as well. A delicious dinner will be ordered and served at Eight4Nine. There is no need to determine your meal ahead of time. After dinner, cake will be served.

Will there be an open bar?

Yes, of course! Please feel free to cash tip the staff and bartenders for their hard work!

Can we bring our children?

Although we adore your children, this is an adults only event (ceremony through reception). A babysitter will not be provided.

Can I bring a plus one?

If you have received a plus one, your invitation has been addressed to you and your guest. It will also be designated on your RSVP through this website.

Do you have a gift registry?

No, we do not have a traditional registry. Instead we have opted for a 'Honeymoon Fund.' Please do not bring any gifts or cards to the wedding.

Will transportation be provided?

No, there is not a designated transportation services arranged by us. Our hotel room block at Drift Hotel is 1 mile away from Eight4Nine Restaurant. There are Ubers/Lyfts available. There is parking behind Eight4Nine Restaurant and some street parking. Parking is available at Drift Hotel.

Can I take and post pictures of the wedding?

While we are extremely flattered that you would like to have these photos, we politely ask that you do not take any personal photos during the ceremony. We have the most AMAZING photographers that will be capturing our special moment. We ask that you unplug during the ceremony. During cocktail hour and after you are more than welcome to take as many photos as you would like!

Will it be hot?

Yes, there is potential for it to be in the low 90's during the day. It will be cooler at night. We recommend checking the weather regularly leading up to October 11th, 2024. https://www.accuweather.com/en/us/palm-springs/92262/october-weather/331971

How do I RSVP and when is the deadline to RSVP

Please RSVP through this website by August 23rd, 2024 at the absolute latest.