6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Casual! Shorts, swimsuits, and summer dresses
Welcome to Perigord!! We will have snacks and drinks by the pool for exhausted arriving travellers. Even if you're not staying at the chateau, please stop by for snacks, drinks, and to say Hi! It'll probably be hot so bring your suit and chill by the pool - The Chateau does not provide pool towels.
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Comfortable shoes for walking
Enjoy a day tour from the Chateau to the historic village of Brantome for lunch. Then head to Château de Bourdeilles, located in the heart of a picturesque Périgord village, with two buildings that combine medieval architecture and Renaissance splendour. The cost is $35 per person, your adventure is confirmed upon payment. Includes: Transportation to and from Chateau, guided tour of Brantome, enterance fee for Chateau. Please note that lunch will not be provided Agenda 10:00 AM Depart Chateau 11am-1pm Arrive Brantome - lunch + explore 1-1:15 Drive to Chateau de Bourdeilles 1:15-3 Tour/Explore Chateau 3pm Return to Chateau 4pm Arrive at Chateau RSVP for this activity at this website https://pamfr12.wixsite.com/friedthillwedding/rsvp Christina and Ryan will not be on the tour
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
casual
Good for all ages - For parents headed to La Lavoir for dinner and for folks who want a quiet night of pizza and pool There is a pizza place about 10 mins from the Chateau - we will do a group order, everyone can pay for their own pizza and a responsible adult will go pick it up. There is child care available but we need to know age and # of kids so we can ensure that the child care provider isn't overwhelmed. RSVP for this activity at this website https://pamfr12.wixsite.com/friedthillwedding/rsvp
6:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Comfortable casual dress
Seating is limited to 40 people Three course dinner with wine at le lavoir, a cute restaurant 15 minutes from the Chateau. Cost includes transportation - Prepay required Menu: Buffet style appetizer showcasing cuisine of the region. Dinner choices are below: Pork enchaud (enchaud de porc) with Sarlat-style potatoes and green beans Duck confit (confit de canard) with Sarlat-style potatoes and green beans Chicken roulade stuffed with mushrooms (roulé de volaille farci aux champignons), Sarlat-style potatoes and green beans Douzillac trout with tapenade (truite de douzillac à la tapenade), sautéed vegetables, and steamed potatoes Finish with coffee, tea, and a light shared desert Cost is $75 per person with wine and $60 per person without wine Cocktails and cheese plate (6€), available for order on the day and pay for those extras directly at the place. RSVP for this activity at this website https://pamfr12.wixsite.com/friedthillwedding/rsvp Ryan and Christina will be at this dinner
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
The Bus will leave the chateau around 10 am. We will stop at three wineries with a stop for lunch at the 2nd winery. The cost of this tour includes: 2 Chateau entrance fees 7/8 wines tasted (2/3 per château) Tour of the medieval village of St-Emilion Transportation Lunch will be paid directly at the restaurant - please indicate if you'd like to be included in the lunch reservation. (you can also pack a picnic lunch if you prefer). The cost per person is $150. RSVP for this activity at this website https://pamfr12.wixsite.com/friedthillwedding/rsvp Christina and Ryan will be on this tour
9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Comfortable shoes for walking
The Périgueux market, located in the historic town center around the cathedral and Place de la Clautre, is a vibrant, year-round event, with the largest, most bustling market occurring on Saturday mornings. It features over 100 local producers selling regional specialties like foie gras, truffles, walnuts, cheese, and fresh produce. The bus will leave the Chateau around 9am and head toward Perigeuex (about an hour drive). The bus will leave Perigeuex around 2pm giving you time to explore the market, have lunch on the terrasse, shuck fresh oysters and have a glass of champagne, shop, and snack. The cost for this will be $20 per person (to cover cost of the bus) RSVP for this activity at this website https://pamfr12.wixsite.com/friedthillwedding/rsvp Ryan and Christina will not be on this day trip
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Casual!
Think light hearted, pool party bbq vibe. We will have a hot grill, salads, snacks, and drinks to celebrate the night before. . .but don't stay up too late you'll need your rest for the next day
Sun, Aug 16, 2026, 4:30 pm - Mon, Aug 17, 2026, 4:00 am
Outdoor French Chateau wedding vibe: Wear sundresses, floral prints, suits in lighter hues
French weddings go long! so pace yourself :)
6:00 pm
Cocktails will start right after the ceremony. French cocktail "Hour" is an even in and of it's self!! But don't save your appetite - dinner tends to be served around 10pm The French offer one menu choice. Dinner will be Tournedos de Boef Rossini: pan-seared beef tenderloin served on a toasted crouton, topped with foie gras, and finished with a home made jus served with truffle mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables. Please share any allergies Le dîner sera du Tournedos de Boeuf Rossini, veuillez-nous indiquer toute allergie Please indicate below if you are a vegeterian or your kids would prefer a kids meal: Kids meal: buttered pasta with fries and chicken tenders, seasonal vegetables and fruit
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Casual/Walk of Shame
What better way to close out the week then to come back together for some hair of the dog, last hugs, and brunch. Please join us for a casual Brunch on Monday morning. There will be crepes