John & Abby
FAQs
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Do we have to be catholic to attend the wedding ceremony at St. Paul Cathedral?
Answer
No, everyone is welcome to come celebrate the marriage of Abby and John. We will have a program to help you follow along. The ceremony is not a full mass, so there won't be communion.
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What are the meal options?
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Beef: Grilled filet mignon, red wine demi-glace, fingerling potatoes with fried onion, French beans with herbs Chicken: Seared chicken breast, caramelized onion risotto, and honey glazed carrots Vegetarian: Roasted vegetable galette (eggplant, zucchini, shallot, garlic, peppers, roasted tomato) arugula, balsamic drizzle
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What's the dress code?
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The dress code is semi-formal or cocktail. Tuxes and gowns are welcome, and so are suits and cocktail dresses.
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Is there a hotel block for guests?
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Yes. We have reserved room blocks at multiple hotels. Please see our "Accommodations" page for more information.
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Are kids welcome?
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Unfortunately, due to limited space, only the children formally invited on each wedding invitation should attend. If your children are invited, they will appear under your name when you RSVP online (and your invitation will be addressed to your "Family").
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Can I bring a guest
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Unfortunately, due to limited space, we are only able to accommodate those guests formally invited on each wedding invitation. If you received a plus one, they will appear under your name when you RSVP (and your invitation will be addressed to you " and Guest").
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What happens after the ceremony?
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We do have about a two-hour gap between our ceremony and cocktail hour. You can check in to your hotel, explore downtown Pittsburgh, and explore the Botanic Gardens until 5 pm. The reception venue will open at 5 pm and you can grab non-alcoholic beverages and appetizers, play lawn games, and get your caricature drawn by our artists. Alcoholic beverages will be served starting at 5:30 pm
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Are there any other wedding events the guest can attend?
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We a few other events for our wedding weekend that all guests are invited to celebrate with us! Welcome event in the Lobby of the Pittsburgh Airport Marriott on Thursday, May 25th. The wedding party will arrive around 8:30 pm. After Party in the Lobby of the Pittsburgh Airport Marriott following the reception. Brunch Saturday, May 27th from 9:30-11:30 at the Pittsburgh Airport Marriott
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What's the parking situation?
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Street parking is encouraged. There are limited paid parking garages across the street. *Several handicap parking spaces are available at the Cathedral on a first come first serve basis. There is a handicap accessible entrance off the driveway from the Fifth Avenue entrance (handicap accessible door and elevator) and there is a ramp near the parking lot door of the Cathedral.