FAQs
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What is the address?
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The Gala 417 is located at 2105 W Great Neck Roafd, Virginia Beach, VA 23451.
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What is the dress code?
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🌷Garden Party Formal Attire We invite our guests to dress in garden party formal attire—think elegant, elevated, and colorful, with a romantic outdoor flair. For women, this means long or formal midi-length dresses in rich colors, soft pastels, or tasteful florals. Fabrics like chiffon, silk, satin, or organza are perfect. While the setting is outdoors, this is still a formal event—please skip casual sundresses. For men, suits are encouraged, with lighter or more festive tones welcome. Floral ties, patterned shirts, or colorful accessories are a great way to lean into the garden party feel while keeping things polished. Overall, imagine formal elegance meets spring garden romance—refined silhouettes, beautiful colors, and dressy details that feel celebratory and timeless.
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Dress Code Yes/Please Avoid
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✔️ Yes, please! • Floor-length or formal midi dresses • Elegant florals, pastels, or vibrant spring colors • Dressy fabrics (silk, chiffon, satin, organza) • Suits in classic or lighter tones • Floral ties, patterned shirts, or colorful accessories 🚫 Please avoid • Casual sundresses or daytime dresses • Short, informal, or cotton dresses • Casual footwear (flat sandals, flip-flops) • Jeans or casual separates
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Do you have any hotel recommendations?
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Yes! Please see the travel page on our website for recommendations.
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Do you have a hotel block for guests?
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Yes! Please see the travel page on our website for details of our hotel block at The Delta Hotels.
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Will there be alcohol?
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Yes, we'll be offering an open bar with complimentary drinks for all our guests throughout the celebration. If you're looking for a specific libation not included in our package, a cash bar will be available to ensure everyone can enjoy their preferred beverage.
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Do you have a wedding registry?
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Yes, we have a wedding registry! You can find all the details on the Registry page of our website! We are also registered on Amazon. Some of the items on the Amazon registry do not appear on the Zola registry. The Amazon registry link is www.amazon.com/wedding/share/brianamandacoke
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Can I bring a plus one?
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To ensure we can accommodate all our beloved guests, only those explicitly named on your invitation are included. Thank you for understanding!
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I have a food allergy, can I make a special request?
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Yes, we are happy to accommodate most food allergies and dietary restrictions! Please ensure you let us know in advance.
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What is a money dance?
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The money dance is a fun Cajun tradition where guests may dance briefly with the bride or groom while helping us kick off married life. Participation is completely optional- your presence is the greatest gift.
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What time should I arrive at the ceremony?
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We recommend arriving at 4:45 pm for our ceremony, which begins promptly at 5 pm. Doors will open at 4:30 pm, giving you plenty of time to find your seat and get comfortable before we begin our celebration.
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Can I take pictures during the ceremony?
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We invite our guests to be fully present during our ceremony and trust our professional photographers to beautifully capture every precious moment. While we appreciate your excitement, we kindly ask that you keep your cameras and phones tucked away during the ceremony. After the ceremony, we welcome you to snap and share photos to your heart's content!
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Is there parking for the ceremony or reception?
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Yes, there will be parking available at The Gala 417.
