FAQs

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What date should I RSVP by?

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Please RSVP by August 3, 2025.

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Is there parking available near your wedding venue(s)?

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Yes. For guests within driving distance of the venue, there is free on-site parking.

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Will your wedding be indoors or outdoors?

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Indoors. Our afternoon ceremony will be inside of Marty Leonard Community Chapel, while mocktail hour and the reception will also take place in the building next to the chapel.

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Am I allowed to bring my children?

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We know that children are a blessing! Unfortunately, due to seating capacity, only those invited can attend.

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Am I allowed to bring a plus-one?

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While we would love to celebrate with everyone, the guest list is limited to those invited due to seating capacity.

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Are guests allowed to take photos at the wedding and post?

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Our wedding is not unplugged! Please take pictures and videos and share them with us! Make sure to hashtag #becomingthemccoys

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Are there any cultural traditions to be aware of?

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Our wedding is a blending of American and Nigerian cultures. One Nigerian tradition for celebrating is throwing money (usually one dollar bills) on the celebrants as a way to express joy, blessings, and support as they dance into their new season. Guests are not required to participate but all are welcome to enjoy the fun.

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Will alcohol be served?

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Our wedding will be a joyful alcohol free celebration. No alcohol will be served. Please note that venue restrictions do not allow outside alcohol to be brought into the venue.

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What type of food will be served at the reception?

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The reception will include Nigerian and American cuisine.

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What time should guests arrive at the chapel?

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Please arrive at least 15 to 30 minutes early to be seated. Ceremony will began promptly.

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What should guests wear?

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Who doesn’t love a color coordinated event! If you would like, you may wear any color on the wedding color palette such as Tyrian Purple, Rust, Salmon, Mustard, Olivine, and Pakistan Green to coordinate with our wedding. A picture of the color palette can be found in the Gallery section. The attire is semi formal/dressy. We kindly ask you to not wear black or white.

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If guests have additional questions, who should they contact?

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Please reach out to becomingthemccoys@gmail.com