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FAQs

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What date should I RSVP by?

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We ask that you please RSVP by March 1st, 2026.

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When and where is the wedding?

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The wedding will take place on Saturday April 11th, 2026 at The Howey Mansion. The Howey Mansion is located at 1001 Citrus Avenue, Howey-in-the-Hills, FL 34737. The ceremony will take place at 5pm.

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What time should I arrive to your wedding ceremony?

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Please arrive by 4:30 pm, 30 minutes before the start of the ceremony

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What is the dress code for the wedding?

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Our dress code is Attire: Semi-Formal - Tuxes and gowns are welcome, and so are suits and cocktail dresses.

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Will the ceremony and reception be at the same location?

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Yes! All events take place at Howey Mansion!

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Will the ceremony and reception be held indoors or outdoors?

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The ceremony will be outside and will last 15-30 minutes. Sunglasses will be provided in case you forget! The reception is a mixture of indoor and outdoor with cocktail hour and dinner in the outdoor back veranda and then the dance party, bar, and bathrooms will be indoor (with air conditioning).

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Is there parking at the venue?

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Yes. Parking is onsite and there will be signs and an attendant to help with parking directions.

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Will there be a shuttle to and/or from the hotel?

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Yes. Transportation will be provided to and from the venue via charter bus.

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Have you reserved blocks of rooms at a nearby hotel?

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Yes! We have booked a hotel block at Citrus on the Lake in Tavares, Florida. Please scroll up and go to the Travel tab and click on the link for Citrus Hotel. The link to book into the hotel block can be found directly from there. You can also call (352) 742-7676 and ask for the Blake-DuBois wedding block. Alternative booking options are also listed in the travel tab!

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How do I RSVP?

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RSVPs are found on THIS website. Look up at the RSVP tab and type in your name!

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Can I bring a plus-one?

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If you invitation says "and Guest", then yes! Otherwise, we are keeping things intimate and are only able to invite those listed on the invitation.

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I already RSVP'd but now can't attend -- What should I do?

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Please let us konw ASAP by contacting us at duboisblakewedding@gmail.com

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Will there be food at the wedding?

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Absolutely! There will be cocktail hour from 5:30-6:30 with delicious passed hors d'oeuvres. Then a hand picked buffet dinner wll be served during the reception. Deserts, including "Arthurs Famous Flaming Doughnuts", will be served toward the end of the night to wrap things up.

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Will there be vegetarian/vegan options?

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Yes. Both the hors d'oeuvres and dinner buffet will include vegetarian AND vegan options.

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Will alcohol be served?

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Yes! There will be an open wine/beer bar available during the cocktail hour and reception.

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Will there be assigned seating at dinner?

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Yes, there will be seating instructions to help you find your table.

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Can I take photos during the ceremony?

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We have an amazing team of photographers and videographers who will be capturing every moment of the day. During the ceremony, we ask that you keep your phones away.

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Is there an after-party?

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Yes. Citrus by the Lake Hotel is right in the middle of Tavares Florida, which has ample options for late night bar visits after the reception. We will relocate to the hotel and decide where to go from there. Everything will be short walking distance.

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What if I want to send a gift by mail?

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To request our mailing address, please email blakeduboiswedding@gmail.com Thank you so much for thinking of us!

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Is it ok to give cash in lieu of a gift?

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Absolutely!

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Can I post pictures on social media?

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Of course! Don't forget to tag us and use our hashtag #saturdaysarefordubois ***Please keep in mind we'd ask to keep phones tucked away during the ceremony so our photographer can capture the moment. Thank you so much for understanding!***

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What happens if it rains?

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We chose to get married in April because it historically rarely rains in Florida during the month of April. However, we do have a full tent that will be set up in the event that it rains or there is unexpected bad weather.