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Eliana Roche

and

Brian Kunkel

Eliana Roche

and

Brian Kunkel

September 6, 2025

Show Low, AZ
8 days8 d4 hours4 h33 minutes33 min25 seconds25 s

best friends turn happy couple

When we first met in Connecticut during high school as best friends in 2011, fast forwarding to now - falling in love all over again and allowing us to both marry our best friend.

Schedule

Our wedding ceremony and reception will both be held at a beautiful cabin on 17 acres of land, outside of Show Low, Arizona. The ceremony will be held outdoors as well as most of the festivities. Note: There is no lodging accommodations for guests at the venue.

Saturday, September 6, 2025

Wedding

4:00 pm

The Lodge
561 Rim Road, Show Low, AZ 85901

Cocktail/Business Casual Attire: Wear cocktail dresses, sundresses, dressy jumpsuits, and jackets and slacks. Flat shorts are acceptable. No jeans, cargo pants/shorts or Tevas.

Due to the rustic outdoor venue, we recommend that guests wear flat footwear and refrain from wearing heels. We respectfully request that all guests refrain from digital photography and cell phone use during the ceremony. Please arrive at the venue no earlier than 3:00 PM. Drinks, food and festivities will follow the ceremony. Please plan to spend the night locally in Show Low, AZ. Note: There is no lodging accommodations available onsite at the venue.

Travel

Show Low, AZ is 3.5 hours from our home in Phoenix, AZ or 4 hours from Albuquerque, NM. The town of Show Low is a short 20 minutes from the wedding venue, with many lodging options available. We recommend staying local to Show Low the night of September 6th. A few hotels listed below, in the heart of Show Low. There is no lodging accommodations available at the wedding venue. Note: The venue is located approximately 4 miles on a dirt road off of AZ route 260. Please be cautious when driving to/from the venue.

Hotel

Best Western Paint Pony Lodge

581 West Deuce of Clubs, Show Low, AZ 85901
 

Hotel

Holiday Inn Express Show Low by IHG

151 West Deuce of Clubs, Show Low, AZ 85901
 

Registry

Brian and Eliana are planning to start their new lives together within the next year moving to a different state. Thank you for helping us start our next chapter in a way that means the most to us. Your presence is the greatest gift we could ask for! If you wish to bless us with something extra, our small wedding registry will be listed on Amazon - check back over the coming weeks, more items will be added!
Brian & Eliana's Amazon Registry

Things To Do

Show Low, AZ is a beautiful outlying town that is one with nature. We encourage guests to stay in the area for a night before or after our ceremony, and explore the beautiful sights and scenery in the area. Expect weather in the mid 70s during the day, and the 50s at night. There are many activities in the area such as hiking, mountain biking, off-roading, shopping, dining and even a casino!

FAQs

Question

When should I RSVP by?

Answer

August 6th, 2025

Question

What time should I arrive at the venue?

Answer

The ceremony will begin promptly at 4:00 PM, and we ask that guests arrive no earlier than 3:00 PM.

Question

What is the schedule for the day?

Answer

We ask that guests arrive no earlier than 3:00 PM, the ceremony will begin at 4:00 PM. Following the ceremony, a cocktail hour, dinner and night full of festivities will follow! We expect the night to wrap up after 10:00 PM.

Question

Are kids welcome?

Answer

Our wedding will be an adult only event.

Question

Will photography be allowed?

Answer

We request that guests refrain from cell phone use and any photography during the ceremony. During the reception, photography is welcomed however the bride and groom wish to limit staged photos to a minimum.

Question

If I would like to send the couple a digital gift, what should I do?

Answer

Our email address is bjelkunkel25@gmail.com. Our Venmo is @bkunkel

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