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Where will the wedding take place?Where will the wedding take place?

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Rock Creek Gardens, a 20-acre private estate that blends Pacific Northwest and English garden landscapes.

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What time does the venue open?What time does the venue open?

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The gardens will open to all guests at 3:30 pm, with a welcome glass of champagne (or N/A alternative)

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What time does the ceremony start?What time does the ceremony start?

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The ceremony will begin promptly at 4 pm. *IMPORTANT* There is currently a lot of construction on both 405 and I-5 which causes traffic backups on the way to our venue depending on where you are coming from. Please make sure to check Google Maps or whichever app you use to make sure you give yourself plenty of time so that you don't get stuck in traffic.

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What is the schedule for the evening?What is the schedule for the evening?

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3:30 - 4:00pm Guest arrival 4:00 - 4:30pm Ceremony, starting promptly at 4:00pm 4:30 - 5:30pm Cocktail hour, hors d'oeuvres 5:30 - 7:30pm First dances, dinner service, toasts, dessert 7:30 - 10:00pm Dancing 10:00pm Grand exit

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Will the wedding be indoors or outdoors?Will the wedding be indoors or outdoors?

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The ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception will all take place outdoors. The reception will be held under a reception tent. It is summer in Seattle, however, weather can be unpredictable so please bring a light jacket if you think you may need one!

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What is the dress code?What is the dress code?

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Black Tie Optional. Men: tuxes are optional, otherwise dark-colored full suits with a jacket and tie/bowtie. Women: formal dresses are preferred. Please note that the color of the dress does not have to be black! For those wearing heels, there are paved walkways throughout the venue. Bring a second pair of more comfortable shoes for dancing! We kindly request no denim, boots, hats, rompers, cocktail dresses, skirts, light-colored suits, neon/bold patterns, or the color white (except accents and dress shirts). This is a formal event so please dress your best! You are all going to look amazing :) Feel free to message us if you have questions on attire.

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Do you know of a tuxedo rental company?Do you know of a tuxedo rental company?

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Tuxedos are not required. However, if you are thinking of renting a tuxedo, there are quite a few options. One that we have used in the past is Generation Tux (generationtux.com) and it worked well for us. Another option we know of, but have not used before, is The Black Tux (theblacktux.com).

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Can I bring a plus one?Can I bring a plus one?

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This will be specified on your formal invitation.

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Can I bring my kids?Can I bring my kids?

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As much as we love all of the children in our life, we sincerely regret that we are unable to accommodate children. We appreciate you making arrangements ahead of time so that you can have a night out and celebrate the evening with us!

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What type of food and drink will be served?What type of food and drink will be served?

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A welcome glass of champagne upon arrival. Hors d'oeuvres will be served during the cocktail hour. The reception will be a plated service. Both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options will be available during the cocktail hour and reception.

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How do I communicate any dietary restrictions?How do I communicate any dietary restrictions?

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Please let us know of any dietary restrictions/needs when you RSVP to the wedding and select your meal option.

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Is there parking at the venue?Is there parking at the venue?

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Yes, there is plenty of parking at the venue. Please plan head to ensure you drive safely at the end of the night, or take Uber/Lyfts to and from the venue. *Cars that are left overnight need to be picked up before 8am the following day, otherwise they will be towed by the venue.*

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What airport should I fly in to?What airport should I fly in to?

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We recommend out of town guests fly into Seattle-Tacoma (SeaTac) International Airport.

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I will be traveling from out of town. Where should I stay?I will be traveling from out of town. Where should I stay?

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Please refer to the Travel tab if you are interested in staying at a hotel near the venue. There are other lodging options (e.g. other hotels, VRBOs, Airbnbs, etc.) nearby that you're more than welcome to use. We recommend booking hotel rooms sooner than later! We will be staying at the Hampton Inn & Suites Tacoma Puyallup the night of.

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I will be traveling from out of town, what are some fun things to do in the area?I will be traveling from out of town, what are some fun things to do in the area?

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Please refer to the Things to Do tab.

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What is the RSVP deadline?What is the RSVP deadline?

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The RVSP deadline is August 13, 2025, however, the earlier the better! If you need to make changes after this deadline, please reach out to us directly.

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What if I have additional questions?What if I have additional questions?

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For any additional questions, please reach out to Bryce at 206-718-1264 or Zach at 712-301-1238