Kari Smith
Drew Jesse
Kari Smith
Drew Jesse
October 5, 2024
Schedule
Friday, October 4, 2024
Welcome Party
8:00 pm
135 Joe Nuxhall Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Cocktail Attire, Event is Outside
Please come join us for a drink or two as we toast to start the weekend! Follow the signs on the first floor of the AC Hotel to the Roebling Courtyard outdoor patio! This event is outdoors so please dress for the weather. Cash bar.
Saturday, October 5, 2024
Ceremony and Reception
6:15 pm
Cincinnati, OH 45201
This event is black tie optional. Ceremony is outside and Reception is inside.
Shuttle transportation details from the AC Hotel to the Ceremony listed in the Travel section below.
Sunday, October 6, 2024
Bengals Tailgate
10:00 am
Wear Your Bengals Gear!
We can't think of anything better to top of the weekend than a Bengals tailgate before a big home game against the Baltimore Ravens! Come find us at the corner of W Mehring Way and Central Avenue in the Hilltop Tailgate Lot. Look for the white Just Married flag flying above the tailgate!
Travel
Hotel
AC Hotel by Marriott Cincinnati at The Banks
This is where our welcome party will be held and where we have a room block for Friday and Saturday night. Make sure to book with the link below by August 31! If you would like to stay on Thursday or Sunday night, please let us know; the hotel will honor our discount price for those nights but it will have to be done through us!
Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott Cincinnati Midtown/Rookwood
While we don't have a block of rooms here, this is another hotel we recommend for the weekend!
Shuttle
Transportation To The Wedding
October 5, 2024 5:45 pm - 12:00 am
For those staying at the AC Marriott, there will be a shuttle to take guests to and from the wedding. The shuttle will depart at 5:15PM. It will pick up on Joe Nuxhall Way, directly in front of the AC Hotel. There will be a second run at 5:45. There will be two runs after the reception, with the first at 11:30pm and the second at Midnight.
FAQs
Question
When do I need to RSVP?
Answer
As soon as you know if you are able to come or not, we would love an RSVP! The deadline to let us know is August 31st. We will be unable to accommodate any late RSVPs.
Question
Are kids welcome?
Answer
Our wedding is not a kid-friendly event, so unfortunately they will not be able to attend.
Question
Can I bring a plus one?
Answer
Because of capacity, only those indicated on your invitation will be able to attend.
Question
What is the dress code?
Answer
Black tie optional is requested.
Question
Is the wedding indoors or outdoors?
Answer
The ceremony is outdoors, while the cocktail hour and reception are indoors.
Question
Is it okay to take pictures with our phones and cameras during the wedding?
Answer
We will be asking everyone to put their phones and cameras away during our ceremony, but feel free to take as many photos as you like at the reception!
Question
Whom should I call with questions?
Answer
Prior to wedding weekend, feel free to contact Drew at 937-231-7466. During the weekend, please send our wedding planner any questions at 513-722-5843.
Wedding Party
Kim Stoll
Matron of Honor
Who else to fill this role than the woman who has known Kari her whole life, her sister! Kari is so excited to have Kim standing by her side, just as she did in 2008!
Adam Jesse
Best Man
Why have one Jesse when you can have two! Drew's brother is returning the favor by filling the best man role. No hog trough dance here!
Caroline Stoll
Flower Girl
Drew and Kari promised if their niece, Caroline, was too busy to be the flower girl, they would ask Taylor Swift to fill in. Thankfully Caroline accepted immediately! Catch her on the dance floor!
Registry
Things To Do
The Eagle OTR
Get the fried chicken sandwich! Just trust us!
Montgomery Inn The Boathouse
A Cincinnati classic! Ribs with a great view!
Nation at The Banks
Tots are a must here!
Taste of Belgium - The Banks
Nothing more classic than chicken and waffles!
Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame and Museum
Baseball? Check!
Vine St
Kari's favorite area in the city to shop and grab a cocktail!
Cincinnati Bengals Pro Shop
Didn't bring your Bengals gear? Don't disappoint Drew!
RSVP
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