FAQs

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What time should I arrive for the ceremony?

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We would recommend arriving approximately 30 minutes prior to the start of the ceremony to allow for time to park, walk or ride to the ceremony space and find a seat.

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How will guests with mobility issues get around the various event spots during the wedding?

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There will be golf carts provided and staffed by Zoo Knoxville staff members to assist in transporting any guests needing assistance.

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Are guests allowed to peruse the Zoo prior to the ceremony?

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As a guest you have the privilege of visiting Zoo Knoxville the day of the wedding. The zoo closes at 5 p.m., however, so you would need to visit prior to this, during the day. Upon arriving, simply tell the ticket window attendant that you are guests of the Theriot-Pruitt wedding and they will admit you to the Zoo. You will need to leave the Zoo by closing at 5 p.m. and return/re-enter as a guest of the wedding once the Zoo begins to allow guests to enter just after 5 p.m.

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What time will guests be allowed to begin entering Zoo Knoxville to assemble for the wedding ceremony?

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Guests may begin arriving when the Zoo closes to the public at 5 p.m. You will not, however, be free to explore areas of the Zoo outside of the designated ceremony space, i.e. the African Elephant Exhibit.

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Are guests allowed to explore the Zoo during the cocktail hour or reception?

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No, guests are not permitted to explore areas outside designated event spaces. However, you will be free to explore the Red Panda Exhibit (with access to the White-handed Gibbon Look-out Tower) during the cocktail hour and the Asian Tiger Pavilion during the dinner and reception.

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Where can I park?

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The Zoo has plenty of parking, easily found by following directional signs upon entering Zoo Knoxville premises. Park as close to the entrance as you want/can.

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Will I need to bring money for drinks?

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No, there will be an Open Bar.

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Will there be food at the wedding?

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Yes. Please come hungry! There will be fruit and drink available during the cocktail hour and a full dinner to follow at the reception. Dinner Menu (provided by Archer's BBQ): Meats: Beef Brisket Hand-Pulled Pork Sauces: Original Memphis Kansas City Carolina Mustard Sides: Barron's BBQ Beans Stewed Green Beans w/bacon Sweet Potato Chips Hawaiian Rolls Drinks: Sweet tea Lemonade Open Bar Dessert: Assorted Macarons Mini Cupcakes Groom's Cake (chocolate) Bride's Cake (strawberry-lemon)