Loading
Loading
Loading
Loading
Loading
Loading
Menu
Hero Image
bow

Chris Hinrichs

and

Carly Grant

Chris Hinrichs

and

Carly Grant

March 22, 2025

Milwaukee, WI

Our Story

Picture this! We are back in 2015 during a cold midwest winter at the Milwaukee School of Engineering's Technical Communication's night class at 8PM. Carly is already seated 10 minutes before class in the very front row (typical Carly). Chris walks in 2 minutes after class and sits in the back row (typical Chris). Carly turns to see who could possibly be late to class and first notices the bright blue eyes of her new classmate with his matching blue Rangers winter hat. By happenstance, they get paired together for a presentation which opens the door to exchange phone numbers. Over time, they connected over their love for cats, trying new restaurants, and the thrill of zooming around on Chris's mopeds (RIP to the many stolen haha). Fast forward to now, 10 years later, they continue to push each other, surprise each other, and take on new adventures with each other (and their cats)! We are so excited to celebrate with everyone at one of our go-to tapas and cocktail spots in a city that means so much to us! (Bonus fact: Carly and Chris got engaged in Madrid, Spain--so fitting!)

Schedule

Friday, March 21, 2025

Rehearsal Dinner

5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Transfer Pizzeria
101 W Mitchell Street, Milwaukee, WI 53204

Causal attire

Please arrive around 5 PM. Dinner and drinks will follow closely after at 5:30 PM.

Saturday, March 22, 2025

Ceremony

4:45 pm - 5:30 pm

Movida at Hotel Madrid
600 S 6th St, Milwaukee, WI 53204

Cocktail Attire: Women--Wear cocktail dresses, dressy jumpsuits; Men-- Button up shirt and/or suit jacket with dress pants.

When should I arrive for the ceremony? Please arrive between 4:50-5:00 PM for start time shortly after 5 PM. Directions to the venue: Enter off of West Bruce Street. You can either check in directly at the hostest stand or take the stairs on your right up to the venue. The venue is called "The Rooftop". There is also an elevator entrance, please inquire with the hostess when you enter if you require elevator assistance.

Reception

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Movida at Hotel Madrid
600 S 6th St, Milwaukee, WI 53204

Dinner includes appetizer tapas, followed by main course tapas and paella, with a grand finale dessert!

After Party

8:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Movida at Hotel Madrid
600 S 6th St, Milwaukee, WI 53204

Curated playlist so bring your dancing shoes!

FAQs

If you have any other questions feel free to reach out to Chris or Carly!
Question

When should I RSVP by!

Answer

We'd appreciate your RSVP by February 22, 2025!

Question

Are you registered? Where?

Answer

Our registry is attached. Due to our upcoming move, we would appreciate any contributions to the Newlyweds Fund or some of the few items on the registry.

Question

What time should I arrive at the ceremony?

Answer

The ceremony is scheduled to start promptly at 5PM. Therefore, please arrive by 4:45PM.

Question

Is there a dress code?

Answer

The dress code is cocktail attire. Women: dresses (maybe a jacket if the ceremony is on the patio); Men: Nice pants and a button up shirt (suit coats or peacoats are welcomed!)

Question

Is there parking for the ceremony or reception?

Answer

There is limited street parking around the venue. However, we would recommend Uber, Lyft, or taxi to the venue. If you are staying at Iron Horse, it is a short walk to the venue (0.2 miles).

Question

Are there any other events that I should know about around the wedding?

Answer

There will be a rehearsal dinner on Friday evening and anyone in town is welcome to join. However, we would appreciate an RSVP with your RSVP to the ceremony and reception!

RSVP

Please enter the first and last name of one member of your party below.
If you're responding for you and a guest (or your family), you'll be able to RSVP for your entire group on the next page.

Ex. Sarah Fortune (not The Fortune Family or Dr. & Mr. Fortune)

Registry

We are working on finalizing our registry. If you would like to contribute to the Newlywed Fund, please feel free to. Otherwise, we will be adding a handful of other options.
First trip to Chicago together (2015)
Carly's first trip to Vermont (Stowe, 2015)
Pit stop in Franconia Notch State Park (New Hampshire) on our way to Boston (2015)
Walking around Boston Commons (2015)
Sprecher Brewery in Milwaukee (2016)
Chris' first trip Door County, WI (2016)
Soaking up the sun in Mexico (2016)
Parasailing in Mexico (2016)

Travel

We have gathered some recommendations for our out-of-towner guests. Please reach out if you have any questions!

Hotel

The Iron Horse Hotel

500 West Florida Street, Milwaukee, WI 53204
 

This is within walking distance (less than 0.5 mile) to the venue!

Hotel

Kimpton Journeyman Hotel

310 East Chicago Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202
 

Further to the venue, but would be located in the vibrant Third Ward area with great walkability.

Hotel

Aloft Milwaukee Downtown

1230 North Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53212
 

Things To Do

Milwaukee Public Market

400 North Water Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202

Historic Third Ward

Milwaukee, WI 53202

Lakeshore State Park

500 North Harbor Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53202

Able to walk miles along the beautiful Lake Michigan shoreline. Colectivo Coffee on the lake is close by as well as the Art Museum.

Lakefront Brewery

1872 North Commerce Street, Milwaukee, WI 53212

South Shore Park

2900 South Shore Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53207

Another beautiful walking path along Lake Michigan's shoreline.

Deer District

1134 North Vel R. Phillips Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Milwaukee Art Museum

700 North Art Museum Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53202

Eagle Park Brewing Company

823 East Hamilton Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202

Great Lakes Distillery & Tasting Room

616 West Virginia Street, Milwaukee, WI 53204

Twisted Path Distillery

2018 South 1st Street, Milwaukee, WI 53207

Boone & Crockett

818 South Water Street, Milwaukee, WI 53204

The best happy hour in Milwaukee (4-7PM) with great food at a local taco truck (have to try the queso).

The Copper Turtle Brewery & Taverne

330 East Menomonee Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202

Foundation

2718 North Bremen Street, Milwaukee, WI 53212

Black Sheep MKE

216 South 2nd Street, Milwaukee, WI 53204

Café Corazón

2394 South Kinnickinnic Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53207

Bavette La Boucherie

217 North Broadway, Milwaukee, WI 53202

Harbor House

550 North Harbor Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53202

Anodyne Coffee Roasting Co. | Walker’s Point

224 West Bruce Street, Milwaukee, WI 53204

Colectivo Bay View

2301 South Kinnickinnic Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53207

Engine Company No. 3

217 West National Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53204

Purple Door Ice Cream

205 South 2nd Street, Milwaukee, WI 53204

Leon's Frozen Custard

3131 South 27th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53215
For all the days along the way
About ZolaGuest FAQsOrder statussupport@zola.com1 (408) 657-ZOLA
Start your wedding website© 2026 Zola, Inc. All rights reserved. Accessibility / Privacy / Terms