FAQs

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Where is the wedding taking place?

Answer

Both the ceremony and reception will be held at the American Lake Conference Center on JBLM. Once you arrive on base, everything will be in one convenient location.

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What identification do I need to access JBLM?

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To access JBLM, you'll need to present ONE of the following forms of identification: * DoD CAC * DoD Uniformed Services Identification and Privileges Card * U.S. Passport or U.S. Passport Card * VA Issued Health Card * Permanent Resident Card or Alien Registration Receipt Card (INS Form I-551) * Foreign passport with a temporary I-551 stamp or temporary I-551 printed notation on a machine-readable immigrant visa * Foreign passport with a current arrival-departure record, or foreign passport with INS Form I-94/I-94A bearing the same name as the passport and containing an endorsement of nonimmigrant status authorizing employment * Employee Identification Card issued by a federal, state, or local government agency with a photograph and biometric information (name, date of birth, gender, height, eye color, and/or address) * U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Card * Transportation Worker ID Card (TWIC) issued by DHS * Native American tribal document * U.S. Government-issued, authenticated Federal PIV credentials * School identification card with a photograph (for personnel 17 and under) * U.S. Military or Draft Record containing name and date of birth * Washington State Enhanced Driver's License or ID Card * U.S. Birth Certificate with Social Security Card

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Do I need to RSVP?

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Yes, please RSVP by July 5, 2026 so we can plan accordingly. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

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What’s the dress code?

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Summer cocktail — dress to impress! Think polished, elegant summer wedding attire.

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What time should I arrive?

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Our ceremony will begin promptly at 6:00 PM. We recommend guests arrive by 5:30 PM to allow extra time for base access, parking and seating.

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Are children invited?

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Yes! We love your little ones and they are welcome to celebrate with us.

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Will there be a bar?

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A cash bar will be available during the reception.