The ceremony will be in the Conservatory of the Botanical Gardens. While that is considered inside, the Conservatory is where the plants are kept. Therefore, it may be on the warmer side during the ceremony. There is access to air conditioned areas close by in case it gets too warm. The reception will be held in an air conditioned ballroom at the Des Moines Botanical Center.
The Conservatory is limited to how many chairs can fit. There is a 75 seat limit, however there is ample standing room available.
If your invitation says "and Guest" then, yes. If not, then we would prefer if it was just you.
Guests will be responsible for their own transportation to and from the wedding and reception. Some hotels offer shuttle service on a first come first served basis but is limited. Des Moines does have Lyft and Uber available.
There is free and ample parking in the Des Moines Botanical Garden lot.
We recommend that guests arrive 30 minutes before the start of the ceremony to make sure everyone is on time.
The dress code is semi-formal. Please no jeans or casual wear.
During the wedding ceremony, we ask that you do not have phones out. We have a great photographer to capture that special time. However, during the reception guest are encouraged to take pictures and post! Don't forget to use our hashtag! #EmilysCupOfJho
Yes. Both the ceremony and reception are wheelchair accessible.
Yes, the wooden block with an air plant in them were made just for you. Please take 1 per family with you!
Please feel free to reach out to Emily or Jho.