Looking for a bite to eat? One of our first date spots!
Looking for something fun to do with the kids? A popular place for families to explore!
Have some time to explore? The Natural History Museum is another great option for families!
Whether it's the Bakehouse, coffee shop, or specialty candy store, Zingerman's has a taste of it all! Enjoy multiple Zingerman's shops all in a row- grab a coffee, bite to eat or a sweet treat to bring home.
If you find yourself further into Ann Arbor, the Delicatessen is a must!
One of our first date spots!
Amazing Italian bites and pizza- try the pickled tomatoes!
Stop by for a drink at Chris' favorite bar!
The best pour over and dark roasts! One location in Ypsilanti and another in Ann Arbor!
Grab a delicious bite to eat just around the corner for our ceremony venue- Matthaei Botanical Gardens.
An Ypsilanti staple with great burgers and beers- just around the corner from Hyperion Coffee!
5:15 pm
6:15 pm - 11:00 pm
Hotel
We have reserved a block of rooms for anyone who might like to stay on-site the evening of our wedding. A discounted rate is available at the following website:
Shuttle
May 9, 2026 4:00 pm
We have reserved a shuttle through Catch Transportation for your ease in traveling to and from the Ceremony and Reception Venue 4:10pm First shuttle departs Marriott for Ceremony 4:50pm Second shuttle departs Marriott for Ceremony - 5:15pm Ceremony - 5:50pm First shuttle departs Matthaei Botanical Gardens for Reception 6:25pm Second shuttle departs Matthaei Botanical Gardens for Reception Should you take the first shuttle to the ceremony, or the last shuttle to Eagle Crest, please enjoy the beautiful gardens at Matthaei during your free time! Keep an eye on the time, so you don't miss the start of the ceremony or the final round of transportation.
The ceremony will be inside the Conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. The reception has both indoor and outdoor space. There is covered space for cocktail hour, and dinner will be indoor.
Yes! We have reserved a 30 person shuttle through Catch Transportation. The timing is as follows: 4:10pm First shuttle departs Marriott for Ceremony 4:50pm Second shuttle departs Marriott for Ceremony - 5:15pm Ceremony - 5:50pm First shuttle departs Matthaei Botanical Gardens for Reception - 6:15pm Cocktail Hour begins - 6:25pm Second shuttle departs Matthaei Botanical Gardens for Reception Should you take the first shuttle to the ceremony, or the last shuttle to Eagle Crest, please enjoy the beautiful gardens at Matthaei during your free time! Keep an eye on the time, so you don't miss the start of the ceremony or the final round of transportation.
Yes! If you choose to drive, there is parking available at both Matthaei Botanical Gardens and the Marriott at Eagle Crest. - Matthaei Botanical Gardens - Complimentary parking is offered at numbered spaces for all guests. All spots must be registered at visitors services to prevent ticketing. Guests are responsible for registering their parking upon their arrival. - Marriott at Eagle Crest - Hotel parking is available at the following discounted rates: Overnight Valet Parking $35 per vehicle/ night Overnight Self-Parking $15 per vehicle/ night Daily Valet Parking $17 per vehicle Daily Self-Parking $5 per vehicle
We suggest cocktail attire! Because a few people have asked, botanical prints and colors are welcome and would be fun to see in both our ceremony and reception venues. We really just want you to be comfortable and wear whatever you will have the most fun in!
We'll post our registry here when we're finished building it. Thank you in advance!