Erica Higgins
Sean Casey
Erica Higgins
Sean Casey
August 23, 2025
Schedule of Events
Friday, August 22, 2025
Welcome Drinks
8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
601 Langdon Street, Madison, WI 53703
Casual Attire
For those of you in town on Friday night—we invite you to Camp Trippalindee, the rooftop bar of The Graduate Hotel, for post-dinner welcome drinks with the Wedding Party and fellow guests.
Saturday, August 23, 2025
Ceremony
3:00 pm
120 West Johnson Street, Madison, WI 53703
Colorful Cocktail - Formal Attire
We will be partaking in a full, Nuptial Mass to celebrate the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony, as our shared Catholic faith is a foundational cornerstone of our lives and relationship together. We encourage all to attend, regardless of personal religious background! There will be mass programs available to guide everyone through the ceremony.
Reception
5:00 pm
816 State Street, Madison, WI 53706
Colorful Cocktail - Formal Attire
Following the ceremony at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, we invite you to join us for a reception at the beautiful Wisconsin Historical Society building. Cocktail Hour begins at 5:00.
Registry
Amazon
Pottery Barn
Anthropologie
Travel
Travel Note
Transportation
We are delighted to have found a church and reception venue within walking distance of each other, in such a vibrant, pedestrian area of Madison! That said, we encourage you to enjoy a leisurely ~15 minute (½ mile) walk West along State Street, a pedestrian mall, as means of transportation between the church and reception venue. There are many different bars and shops to pop into along the way to fill the time between the ceremony and start of cocktail hour. Visit the 'Madison Favorites' section of our website to see a few of our key recommendations. Should you be needing mobile transportation, there is a parking lot at the church for ~30 cars. There is also a short term parking lot available for drop off (ramp accessible) at the Northwest corner of the Wisconsin Historical Society, directly off of Park Street.
Travel Note
Parking
We recommend parking and leaving your car in one of the following garages for the day. All are in close proximity to the church and reception venue: State Street Campus Garage 430 N. Frances St $1.80 / hr , $8 maximum Overture Center Garage 318 W. Mifflin St. $1.60 / hr , $8 maximum State Street Capitol Garage 200 N. Carroll St. $1.50 / hr , $8 maximum If you're feeling lucky: You can try your hand at street parking… however most streets in the nearby area are either ‘No Parking Zones’ or are metered with 3 hour limits on Saturdays. That said, we wouldn't recommend it!
Hotel
Graduate by Hilton Madison
Welcome Drinks will be hosted here at their rooftop bar, Camp Trippalindee, for those in town on Friday night! $$$ | Home base for the Wedding Party
Hotel
Hampton Inn & Suites Madison Downtown
$$ | Located near State Street For your convenience, a block of rooms has been reserved at this hotel. Please use the link provided below, or call (608) 255-0360 to make your reservation. When calling to make your reservation, mention the Higgins-Casey Wedding Block in order to receive our discounted rate.
Hotel
The Edgewater Hotel
$$$$ | Located on Lake Mendota
Hotel
Best Western Premier Park Hotel
$$ | Located on the Capitol Square
Madison Favorites!
Memorial Union Terrace
Grab a pitcher of beer, a scoop of ice cream, or some delicious cheese curds while taking in the beautiful view of Lake Mendota. And bring a deck of cards! Our favorite games are 13, Cribbage, Gin Rummy, and Presidents. Fun fact: Erica was a lifeguard at the Memorial Union Terrace swimming pier for 2 summers while in college. This was also one of the filming locations for the 2016 University of Wisconsin promo video in which Erica was filmed jumping off the pier with a Wisconsin flag!
Saturday Morning Farmer's Market
Enjoy a ½ mile walk around the Capitol Square to take in all sides of the beautiful Wisconsin State Capitol building, modeled after our nation’s Capitol in D.C. If you're here Saturday morning, we highly recommend walking around the square and taking in of the country's largest farmer's markets! Enjoy fresh produce, bright flowers, delicious bakery items (hello Stella's cheese bread!), and more.
State Street Brats
A longtime Madison establishment at the heart of campus. Great beer, great cheese curds, and an outdoor patio. Need we say more? Fun fact: This is the first bar Sean attempted to go to with a fake ID in college. To no one’s surprise, he was swiftly DENIED.
The Kollege Klub
A senior year staple for us and our friends (and every other student in the Wisconsin School of Business). THE spot for Friday After Class (FAC) drinks for Sean his freshman year (he somehow got in here of all places??)
The Red Shed
A Madison classic! (And near and dear to one of our very special guests). Erica worked as a bartender here in college on Badger Football game days back when it was on Frances street. Fun fact: Erica would make her monthly rent money in tips from just a couple of these game day shifts her sophomore year! Don’t be fooled though, despite the generosity of the Madison community, Erica was a pretty terrible (and not completely sober) bartender.
The Old Fashioned
A delicious ode to Wisconsin dining and midwest culture. You won’t be disappointed if you stop in here for a quick drink or bite to eat. We highly recommend their old fashioned (of course), their cheese curds, and Lazy Susan appetizer spread.
FAQs
Question
What time should I arrive at the ceremony?
Answer
We ask that all guests arrive no later than 2:45pm to allow ample time to find seating, greet other guests, and get settled prior to the ceremony.
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Is there a dress code?
Answer
Yes, we kindly ask that guests dress in colorful cocktail to formal attire. For the ladies, we recommend midi, tea, or floor length dresses, or dressy pantsuits. For the gentlemen, we recommend a suit and tie.
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Are kids welcome?
Answer
Although we love all little ones dearly, we ask that our wedding ceremony and festivities throughout the weekend are limited to adults only.
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Can I bring a date?
Answer
Unless specified on your invitation, we ask that you do not bring any additional guests to our celebration.
Question
I have a food allergy, can I make a special request?
Answer
Yes! Please connect with either Erica or Sean, and we will work with our caterer to meet your needs.
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Is there parking for the ceremony or reception?
Answer
We recommend parking in one of the nearby parking ramps for the day, and walking between the ceremony and reception venues. If you need door-to-door transportation and drop off, no worries! There are small parking lots available at both venues for short term parking.
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Is there transportation to and from the hotels to the ceremony?
Answer
We will not be providing any transportation between hotels, the ceremony, and reception venues, as all are conveniently located within walking distance of each other. We recommend calling an Uber/Lyft, should you wish for mobile transport at any point during the weekend.
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