Schedule
Monday, August 10, 2026
Arrival
4:00 pm
47225 California 1, Big Sur, CA 93920
Big Sur Lodge check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Please plan for approximately a 6-hour drive from Reno, NV. The scenic route along Highway 1 offers breathtaking coastal views, with plenty of turnouts for photos and sightseeing, so be sure to enjoy the journey! It’s recommended that guests bring along some easy food options, such as sandwich supplies, snacks, and drinks to enjoy during your stay in between restaurant outings.
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Fairways Before “I Do”
9:00 am
77 Asilomar Blvd, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
The groom will be hosting a golf day with the groomsmen and friends, with tee time to be announced. The cost is $75 per guest and includes golf cart access to the 18 hole coastal course. Please RSVP by July 1 with payment if you would like to join.
Carmel & Poolside Before “I Do”
9:00 am
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
The bride will be leading a scenic drive along Highway 1 to Carmel Plaza for breakfast, followed by time to explore the shops and walk down to the beach. Afterward, we’ll head back to the lodge for a pool day, where she will be hosting a relaxing afternoon with her bridesmaid and loved ones.
Coastal Welcome Dinner
7:00 pm
Welcome Dinner at Nepenthe Guests are warmly invited to join Makena and Taylor for a relaxed welcome dinner as we kick off our wedding celebration together in beautiful Big Sur. Come enjoy good food, drinks, stunning coastal views, and time spent with family and friends before the big day. Please note this will be a no-host dinner, and guests are kindly asked to arrange purchase of their own meals and beverages. We cannot wait to celebrate with everyone!
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Ceremony
1:30 pm
Big Sur, CA 93920
For our ceremony, we kindly ask guests to dress in dressy summer attire, keeping in mind the coastal setting and occasional winds. We also encourage you to follow the color palette provided to help create a cohesive look for our family photos. Thank you for being part of our day! Following the ceremony there will be a hosted cocktail hour with small bites and drinks provided.
Wedding Reception Dinner
6:00 pm
47225 Highway 1, Big Sur, CA 93920
Following the ceremony, we will have a brief family photo session and a cocktail hour near the ceremony site, after which the bride and groom will depart with the photographer for additional photos. Guests will then have free time to relax or explore the surrounding redwoods, coastline, and beaches which are all within 15 minutes of the venue. Small bites and drinks will be arranged for guests during this time. Reception dinner will begin at 6:00 PM on the deck of the Homestead Restaurant at Big Sur Lodge, where we look forward to celebrating together. Dinner will be hosted and covered by the bride and groom as we share an intimate evening with our family and friends in the heart of the redwoods.
Thursday, August 13, 2026
Coastal Breakfast Gathering
9:15 am
48510 California 1, Big Sur, CA 93920
Join us for breakfast the following morning of the wedding. For those heading home, it will be a wonderful opportunity to say goodbye and conclude your stay. For guests continuing on, it will mark the beginning of an adventurous day exploring the very best of Big Sur with the newlyweds.
Big Sur Adventure Day
10:00 am
Big Sur, CA
* 8:30 AM: Depart Big Sur Lodge * 8:35–9:15 AM: Redwood walk — Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park (5 min drive) * 9:20–10:20 AM: Breakfast — Café Kevah (10 min drive) * 10:45–11:25 AM: Bixby Bridge & Hurricane Point (25 min drive) * 11:40 AM–1:45 PM: Garrapata State Park — Calla Lily Valley + Picnic (15 min drive) * 2:35–3:15 PM: McWay Falls (45–50 min drive) * 3:15–4:15 PM: Partington Cove hike (15 min drive) * 4:15–5:00 PM: Rest & reset at Big Sur Lodge * 5:00–5:15 PM: Drive to Pfeiffer Beach * 5:15–7:00 PM: Pfeiffer Beach — golden hour at Keyhole Arch (about 10 min drive) * 7:00–7:30 PM: Drive to Big Sur Taphouse for dinner (20–25 min drive) Guests please be sure to RSVP for this activity by July 1, 2026 so we can plan optional carpooling options in advanced!
Friday, August 14, 2026
Departure
11:00 am
Big Sur, CA 93920
Big Sur Lodge check-out is at 11:00 AM. We are so grateful to each and every one of you for being part of this special week. It truly means the world to us. We hope you had an unforgettable time! As you head home, take advantage of the journey and stop at any scenic spots you may have missed along the way. Wishing you a safe, relaxing drive back!
