FAQs

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What are the current COVID-19 restrictions?

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As current rules stand, distancing and mask wearing can now be done at your discretion. As a note, individual businesses can still require masks. New Orleans Rules: https://ready.nola.gov/incident/coronavirus/safe-reopening/ Westwego Rules: https://jefferson-parish-government.azureedge.net/Recorded%20Proclamation%20No.%208%20CLS%202021.pdf

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Where is Cedar Grove Tchoupitoulas Plantation?

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Cedar Grove Tchoupitoulas Plantation is located in Westwego, LA on the Westbank about 25 minutes from downtown. You can Uber/Lyft to the venue or drive and park in the venue's lot.

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Is transportation provided?

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Transportation will be provided from the JW Marriott and Le Pavillon to the venue and back for guests staying downtown. Pick up from the hotels to the venue is 6:00 p.m. More information to follow.

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Is there parking for the ceremony/reception?

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There is a grass lot on site for parking, and cars can be left overnight.

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What time should I arrive at the ceremony?

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The doors open at 6:30 p.m. Thirty minutes later at 7:00 p.m. the ceremony will start.

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Is there assigned seating?

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No, there is no seating chart. However, three tables are reserved for family and the bridal party. The tables will be denoted as such.

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When do we eat and drink?

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The bar and food will open right after the ceremony ends. Grab a drink, passed hors d'oeuvres and a plate from the buffet and sit or stand where you please.

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How is this different from a northern wedding?

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During the reception there are some key differences: There is no cocktail hour. There is no assigned seating, except for three reserved tables for the bridal party and family. There are no speeches at the reception. There is a buffet instead of a seated dinner. A second line is very customary for the last song. Similar to a conga train you dance around the room in a line.