FAQs
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Where is the wedding taking place?
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Honolulu, Hawaii
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What time is the ceremony? What time is the reception?
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The church ceremony mass will be at St. Augustine By The Sea Catholic church from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM. We ask that you please arrive around 10:45 AM to be mindful of the ceremony start time. The reception will be at Cafe Julia from 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM.
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What weather should I expect?
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Hawaii in the summertime brings an abundance of heat, warmth, breeze, and the occasional rain shower. Don't forget to pack a fan and some reef-safe sunblock!
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Will the wedding be indoors or outdoors?
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The ceremony will be held indoors at the church. The reception will be held outdoors in a courtyard, weather permitting.
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What is the dress code? What should I wear?
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For the church ceremony, we ask that you dress semi-formal: suits, gowns, business casual, dresses, traditional Polish or Filipino attire is welcome For the reception: summer attire, Hawaiian-shirts welcome
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What should I expect after the ceremony?
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After the ceremony, we ask that family and friend's remain in the church to take some pictures. There is a 5 hour timeframe to which guests may nap, relax, explore the island before cocktail hour begins at 5:00 PM. The couple will be taking pictures at 3:00 PM at Cafe Julia and 4:00 PM with the bridal party. We look forward to dancing the night away!
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Do I need to rent a car?
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If you're staying in Waikiki, you likely won't need to rent a car. Most shops, restaurants, and beaches are within easy walking distance, and ridesharing services like Uber and Lyft are readily available and may be used for scheduled wedding events. However, if you plan to extend your stay and explore more of the island beyond Waikiki, renting a car is a great option!
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Will transportation be provided? Is there easy parking at the venue(s)?
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We encourage guests to utilize a ride-share service such as Lyft or Uber. If renting a car, there is plenty of parking spaces behind the church. For the reception, Cafe Julia does not have private parking. There is street metered parking on Richards Street and Kings Street as well as the post office. Metered parking is free after 6pm Monday through Saturday and all day Sunday. Bishop Square Parking Structure is open 24/7 with weekday flat rates of $6.25 after 5:00 PM. Ali'i Place Parking Garage is a private parking structure located directly next door open Friday 7am – 10pm.
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Are there other wedding events I can attend?
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The day after the wedding we invite guests to come out for a poprawiny, BBQ at Hawaiian Sun Holidays (located in Aston at the Waikiki Banyan condo complex). It's a casual, informal way to enjoy good food, drinks, and enjoy time together. There's a pool and playground as well! Address: 201 ʻŌhua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815 Time: Starts at noon Bring: bathing suits, sun protection, and a smile! :D
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How do I RSVP?
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We sure hope you’ll be able to join us for our special day! With your invitation, there is an RSVP card that you can fill out and return, or scan the QR code. There is a RSVP tab on this website so click and let us know your plans are right here on our website!
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When is the RSVP deadline?
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May 4th, 2026
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CAN I BRING MY KIDS? WILL THERE BE A BABYSITTER?
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Kids are welcome! No babysitter but there will be a kids activity goodie bags at the reception.
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Can I bring my partner?
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We are at capacity with our reception venue which means we are sadly unable to accommodate additional guests. We will only be able to accommodate those listed on your invitation. If you have any questions, please reach out.
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I can’t attend the wedding in-person. Will there be a virtual wedding celebration?
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Yes - we are working with the videographer to ensure there is an option to view the mass ceremony.
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Do you have a hotel block for guests? Where do you recommend I stay?
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Specially negotiated group hotel rates for our Wedding are as follows: https://app.tern.travel/trips/JPmDYvuMxwSCGNN_Q9ktQQ/landing_page We recommend staying at the southern part of the island near the Waikiki area due to proximity of the church and reception hall. You're more than welcome to stay anywhere on the island but keep in mind traffic times. Please refer to our "Travel" section for some suggested hotels.
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I have dietary restrictions, what’s the best way to communicate that with you?
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We worked with the coordinator at Cafe Julia to select some appetizers, entrees, and sides that were dairy-free, vegetarian, vegan, seafood-free. If you have additional restrictions that go beyond what we've listed here, please let us know in the designated section of your digital RSVP or text us. We want you to feel comfortable and well fed!
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Will there be an open bar?
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Guests over the age of 21 will be provided with 3 drink tickets for alcohol - anything beyond the three will be cash bar/guest's payment. There will be unlimited soft drinks, juice, coffee, tea.
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Are you registered? Where should we ship your gift?
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Your presence at our wedding is the greatest gift we could ask for! If you would like to honor us with a gift, you can find our complete wedding registry here on our website (and purchase directly from our wish list) under the "Registry" tab. Because it's a travel destination, we would prefer physical gifts to be shipped to our home address. If needed, text us for the address. A wedding card box will be at our reception.