FAQs

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What time is check-in at the hotel?

Answer

4:00 PM

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Will there be a ceremony?

Answer

No. Before the party at 6:00pm, you can walk the Grounds for Sculpture, but there will be NO CEREMONY taking place.

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What is the dress code?

Answer

Cocktail, semi-formal or evening attire. Darker colors preferred. No jeans.

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Will there be transportation to and from the hotel to the venue for those who are staying overnight?

Answer

Yes. This information will be included in your welcome package when you check into your room as well as on the Hotel and Transportation page on our website.

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Is there a sufficient amount of parking spots at Rat's

Answer

Yes. You will not need to worry about parking. If you decide to park at Grounds for Sculpture, you can still leave from that parking lot at the end of the party as there is a one-way gate out of that facility. Here is the link to the website for parking for a visual representation: https://www.gfsmap.org/parking

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Is this a sit-down dinner?

Answer

No. It will be a 4-hour-long cocktail hour along with dinner stations.

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Will there be assigned seating?

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No. You may sit anywhere you like throughout the entire restaurant on any floor.

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Will there be dancing?

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Yes. There will be music as well as dancing that will start at 8:30PM.

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Is there a separate cocktail hour?

Answer

No. The whole reception is a non-traditional extended cocktail hour.

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Will there be an open-bar?

Answer

Yes.

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Can I explore the Grounds for Sculpture during the party?

Answer

Yes, you can explore them until 9:00pm.

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Will there be vegetarian and gluten-free dietary options?

Answer

Yes.

Question

What time is check-out at the hotel?

Answer

12:00 PM