The Wedding of Erin and James
Schedule
Wednesday, August 13, 2025
Swimming/Diving at The Forty Foot
11:00 am - 1:30 pm
You will need: Bathing suit, towel, dry clothes to change into, water shoes, and water to drink
Cousin Tori has a bucket list item for Ireland, and it seems like there is a lot of interest, so we wanted to share details in case others were intrigued. A group of us will be taking a train to Forty Foot late morning on Wednesday, if weather permits. We will only go if conditions are calm. The water will be much colder than what we are used to (~60 degrees Fahrenheit), so those who participate will likely plunge rather than swim. The train ride is about a half hour from the city. Swimming and/or diving at Forty Foot is a Dublin tradition that dates back centuries; however, women were banned up until 1974, so some go simply to make a statement. (It's me! Hi!) Forty Foot has become so much a part of the Dublin identity that hundreds dive and/or swim here every Christmas Day. Whether you want to sit and people watch, use the steps to slowly walk into the Irish Sea, or dare to jump from the cliffs, feel free to join! More information can be found here: https://www.swimcamp.ie/forty-foot
Rehearsal Dinner
5:30 pm - 7:15 pm
The attire for this event is business casual.
Please note that this event is for immediate family only (siblings, parents, and grandparents).
Welcome Party
7:30 pm - 11:00 pm
The attire for this event is business casual.
All guests are invited to this gathering taking place the evening before the big day. Beer, wine, and cocktails will be served, along with appetizers. We recommend having an early dinner prior to attending this event.
Thursday, August 14, 2025
Transportation to Castle
2:00 pm - 2:15 pm
Dean Street, The Liberties, Dublin, D08 W3X7, Ireland
On the afternoon of the wedding day, a bus will pick up all of our guests from the lobby of the Hyatt hotel. The bus will depart at 2:30 in the afternoon. Please bring an overnight bag with you. Also, feel free to grab a drink at the hotel bar while you wait for the bus!
Check-in at the Castle
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Kellystown, Castleknock, D15 RH92, Ireland
We have secured all rooms located on the grounds of the castle so that our guests can stay overnight with us. Everyone will be staying at the castle on the evening of the wedding. Drinks will be served upon arrival.
Ceremony of Matrimony
4:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Kellystown, Castleknock, D15 RH92, Ireland
The attire for this event is formal.
Please join us a for a quick ceremony of matrimony inside the castle.
Drinks Reception
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Kellystown, Castleknock, D15 RH92, Ireland
Light bites and cocktails will be served to our guests while we welcome everyone to our special day.
Speeches
6:00 pm - 6:15 pm
Kellystown, Castleknock, D15 RH92, Ireland
Speeches will be given by the Maid of Honor, Matron of Honor, and the Best Woman.
Formal Dinner - Wedding Day
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Kellystown, Castleknock, D15 RH92, Ireland
You will provide your meal preference to the host when sitting for dinner.
Evening Entertainment
Thu, Aug 14, 2025, 9:00 pm - Fri, Aug 15, 2025, 2:30 am
Kellystown, Castleknock, D15 RH92, Ireland
The Dream Band will play a two-hour slot followed by a DJ for the rest of the evening.
Midnight Supper
Thu, Aug 14, 2025, 11:45 pm - Fri, Aug 15, 2025, 12:15 am
Kellystown, Castleknock, D15 RH92, Ireland
Pub fare will be served at midnight so our guests can refuel for the final hours of dancing.
Friday, August 15, 2025
Nightcap
2:30 am - 4:00 am
Kellystown, Castleknock, D15 RH92, Ireland
In the later hours of the wedding day, our night owls are welcome to join us in the Castle Library where cocktails and refreshments will be served before heading to bed.
Return Transportation
11:30 am - 11:45 am
Kellystown, Castleknock, D15 RH92, Ireland
The attire for this event is "whatever-the-hell-you-can-manage"... Hangovers expected. No judgement if you need to get on the bus in your pajamas.
On the afternoon after the wedding, a bus will return everyone (and their overnight bags) from the castle back to Hyatt Centric Hotel.
Farewell Karaoke
Fri, Aug 15, 2025, 9:00 pm - Sat, Aug 16, 2025, 12:00 am
30 Bachelors Walk, Dublin, D01 YP70, Ireland
We realized that some of our friends will still be in town the night after the wedding. For those who are looking for a last hoorah, we will be singing (and maybe crying) "goodbye" to Dublin after taking it easy most of the afternoon. The pub confirmed that karaoke is held on Friday nights and although space could not be held for us, large groups are welcome. This will be cash bar. Please note this gathering is completely optional. Feel free to venture the city, if you prefer.