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Update: In light of COVID-19, we wanted to let you know our wedding is going forward as planned. If you’re no longer able to attend, we completely understand. You can update your RSVP anytime on our site, and we wish you health and safety during this difficult time.
Update: In light of COVID-19, we wanted to let you know our wedding is going forward as planned. If you’re no longer able to attend, we completely understand. You can update your RSVP anytime on our site, and we wish you health and safety during this difficult time.
August 7, 2021
Raleigh, NC

Marissa & Joshua

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Is this event child friendly?

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While we love your little ones, our wedding is going to be an adults-only event so that everyone can relax and enjoy the evening. We appreciate you making arrangements ahead of time and leaving the kids at home so you can celebrate with us.

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What should I wear?

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The bride and groom request that guests dress semi-formal/dressy casual.

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Is the wedding indoors or outdoors?

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The ceremony and reception are both indoors.

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What happens after the ceremony?

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The ceremony and reception are all in the same place. Guests will enjoy a cocktail hour from 4:30pm to 5:30pm while the bridal party takes pictures.

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Will alcohol be provided?

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There will be an open bar serving beer and wine from 4:30pm to 9:30pm. Guests are able to purchase liquor or cocktails if desired. After 9:30pm all alcohol will be available for purchase.

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Will there be food?

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Cocktail hour will be immediately after the ceremony from 4:30 to 5:30pm and appetizers will be served. Dinner will be served at 6:15pm. See below for menu.

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Where should I park?

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As many of you know, parking in downtown Raleigh is a NIGHTMARE! Please park at Powerhouse Square Parking Deck (513 W Jones St. Raleigh, NC 27603) and bring your parking receipt! Tobacco Road will reimburse all wedding guests for any parking expenses incurred. YOU WILL ONLY BE REIMBURSED IF YOU PARK AT POWERHOUSE SQUARE PARKING DECK.

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What time should I arrive?

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Please arrive 15-20 minutes prior to the ceremony to ensure we can start on time!

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Where do I go when I arrive?

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Once you arrive at Tobacco Road walk in the front door and the wedding will be held in the room immediately to the left.

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When is the RSVP deadline?

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We ask that all guests RSVP by no later than July 1st, 2021.

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Where should we stay?

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For anyone coming from out of town, please see the "Travel" tab for 3 hotels that are extremely close to our venue!

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Are we required to wear masks?

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We will update this answer in July 2021! COVID is very unpredictable but if there are any restrictions or stipulations that you should be aware of we will let you know!

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Do you have a wedding registry?

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Yes! We are registered on Target and Amazon. You can access both registries through the "Registry" tab!

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What's on the the Menu?

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Cocktail Hour Appetizers: -Mini Crab Cakes with Jalapeno Tartar Sauce -Tomato Bruschetta Crostini -Shrimp & Grits Shooters -Buffalo Chicken Meatballs with Blue Cheese Dressing Dinner Buffet: -Mixed Green Salad with Ranch or Balsamic Vinaigrette -Beef Tenderloin Medallions -Grilled BBQ Chicken -Garlic Mashed Potatoes -Sweet Potato Mash -Green Beans Dessert: -Caramel Pecan Pie Bites -Mini Cheesecakes -Wedding Cake

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Can we take photos/videos?

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Our ceremony is going to be an unplugged ceremony. The greatest gift you can give us is to be truly present, so please turn off all phones and cameras and enjoy this special moment with us. Photos and videos are highly encouraged during the reception! Please download “The Guest” app so that we can all share pictures! Our invite code is CARSONWEDDING2021

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Do you have a wedding hashtag?

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We do not have a wedding hashtag BUT we would LOVE for all of our guests to download “The Guest” app! “The Guest” is a free app that allows all of our guests to share photos taken at our wedding! Our invite code is CARSONWEDDING2021

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