FAQs

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What about COVID?

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Protecting public health and safety continues to drive the City of New Orleans’ response to COVID-19. Masks are encouraged, but no longer required on public transportation. The New Orleans Health Department encourages residents to continue to wear masks in public indoor spaces – especially when social distancing is not possible. The City encourages all residents and visitors to get vaccinated if they have not already done so, including booster shots. Current guidelines can be found at: https://ready.nola.gov/incident/coronavirus/safe-reopening/

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Can I bring a date?

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If your invitation says “and Guest,” then yes, if not, we would prefer if it was just you.

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Are kids invited to the reception?

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We love your kids—we really do, but due to limited numbers and planned events we hope you'll understand that children are only invited if named on the invitations and will be limited to family. We want our wedding to be your night off so you can relax and celebrate with us without worrying about little ones and bedtimes! We would love for all our guests to be able to stick around and experience the festivities of our Second Line (which will happen at the end of our reception at 10:00PM) and would hate for bedtime or tired kiddos to exclude you from the full celebration. Please let us know if you need an accommodation for an infant. If anyone needs help making arrangements for child care while in New Orleans, please let us know and we will do our best to assist.

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What is a Second Line?

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The Second-Line parade has a deep history within the city of New Orleans. It is performed for a number of celebrations; when performed for weddings, we Second-Line in celebration of the new life the couple is about to embark on. The parade itself is composed of two parts: the “First-Line” and the “Second-Line”. The “First-Line” consists of the traditional New Orleans Brass Band as well as the Bride and Groom. The “Second-Line” consists of family, friends, wedding guests, and any passerby who would like to join in to follow behind the couple. Parade participants walk, dance, and wave a handkerchief in rhythm to the sound of the brass band as they make their way down the parade route. Please make sure to wear comfortable shoes and keep an eye on the weather.

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What is a New Orleans Style or Cocktail Reception?

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New Orleans receptions are typically not seated dinners, but consist of heavy passed items at the start of the reception, open action stations and buffets, with emphasis on lots of food options, lots of beverages, and a highly dynamic and social atmosphere that allows guests to move freely about the reception space. Seating is left open for guests to choose their own seats and tables. The bride and groom have their first dance near the beginning of their reception, opening the dance floor immediately for the guests' enjoyment, and to take full advantage of the hired entertainment.

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Is this an indoor or outdoor event?

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While the ceremony and reception will be held indoors, the Second Line will lead us through the streets of the French Quarter.

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Is there transportation to and from the hotels to the ceremony and reception?

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While there will not be transportation from our recommended hotels to the wedding venue, it is only a short walk. If you are staying farther away, it’s an easy Uber or Lyft ride to the venue from anywhere in the city!

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What is the Weather like in New Orleans?

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The fall in New Orleans is one of the most pleasant and temperate times of year to visit! Weather in October is perfect with warm but pleasant days and mild to cool, comfortable nights. This is the driest month of the year with temperatures typically from low 60s to low 80s. That said, we do recommend that you keep your eye on the weather before you join us for the weekend to be safe (and prepared!). Also, although the peak of the hurricane season has passed, there is still a risk in October, so do check on that before traveling.