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Hotel Accommodations

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***All in short walking distance to the church*** CHÂTEAU SAINT DENIS HOTEL 751 SECOND STREET NATCHITOCHES, LA 71457 MAKE A RESERVATION DIRECT: 318.951.4105 TOLL FREE: 888.900.9937 LONG-FRIERY WEDDING GROUP Room Rates: $139.00 - $149.00 Visit: chateausaintdenis.com Enter Promo Code: LFW26 Very accommodating, upscale boutique hotel: CHURCH STREET INN 120 CHURCH STREET NATCHITOCHES, LA 71457 318-238-8888 LongFriery2026 Room Rates: $159.00 ***Rates for BOTH hotels INCREASE after May 18, 2026*** ***There are also numerous charming BED AND BREAKFASTS available in Natchitoches in historic homes close to the downtown area where the church and hotels are.***

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What time should I arrive for the ceremony?

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The ceremony starts promptly at 6:00 PM, so please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to park and take your seat.

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Is it okay to take pictures with our phones and cameras during the wedding?

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We respectfully ask that you do not use cell phones during the wedding ceremony. This includes taking photos or videos.

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Can I bring a guest or plus-one not listed on the invitation?

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We can only accommodate guests formally invited on the wedding invitation due to limited space.

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Where should I park?

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We recommend parking at your accommodation/hotel and walking to the church, or street parking at the church. There will be also be a parking lot available to park in at First Baptist Church, 508 Second Street, with entrances at Touline Street and Church Street. There are also various public parking lots in the downtown area free of charge. We will have a shuttle that brings guests from the church to the reception area, and the same shuttle will bring guests back to the downtown area. There will be parking at Rose Lawn as well for those that choose to drive to the reception.

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Is the wedding indoors or outdoors?

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The reception will be indoors, and the reception outdoors.

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Is there a bathroom at the church?

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In case you need to use the bathroom during the ceremony, there is one available next door at the church hall.