Yes! As a couple we decided the pandemic controlled too much of our lives in 2020. We made the choice to get married in our yard with 50 people in attendance. And while it was PERFECT it wasn't with every single person we love and admire who have been part of our love story. More than anything we want to celebrate our love with everyone, as originally planned. We hope you can make it in 2021 and appreciate your support, love and understanding. **plus weddings are stressful enough, as is, add a pandemic to that and we believe everyone could use a good party!
Our welcome celebration & viewing of marriage vows will begin at 4pm. Please plan to arrive and be settled by 4pm, grab a beverage and see the Pond Cottage!
Cocktail attire: think suit jackets, dress shirts, nice slacks. Little black dress, floral numbers, whatever makes you feel fabulous. Reminder that there will be uneven surfaces so be mindful when choosing your shoes.
Yes! The gates will be open 330 - 5pm. After that you need to enter the gate code 8639# You will drive up to the gate, put in that code in and press # on the keypad to open the gate & enter. Upon exiting the gate automatically opens.
If they were on your invite, yes! We are limiting the younger kids to our flower girls, ring bearer and those indicated on your invite. If you're not sure, please reach out and we are happy to be clear.
If your invitation said "and Guest," then yes. If not, we would prefer it was just you.
There is, but only if you stay at the hotel we have booked. Also note that the transportation times are firm so if you miss the ride there or back you will need to arrange for alternative transportation.
Yes there is. Please do not drink and drive. If you need to leave your car overnight please let McGraw know and retrieve in the morning.
Yes! Please contact the Holiday Inn & Suites Chicago Northwest - Elgin at 1-847-488-9000 and reserve your room under Neale/Budin block
Yes! Speciality cocktails, mocktails, beer, wine, etc! As always, please bring cash for tips for bartenders.
We will have food a plenty but there will not be a formal sit down dinner. There will be passed apps at cocktail hour, followed by stations filled with sliders, seafood and delights <3