FAQs

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Are kids welcome?

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1000% Yes! This is a kid-friendly celebration weekend, and we are excited to celebrate with your entire family. Bring them, don’t bring them, it is totally up to you! Please be aware that the zoo will be closed during our reception but is free to attend during normal business hours. Our reception is at the St. Louis Zoo and we are planning several kid-friendly activities.

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What's the weather like?

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The weather in St. Louis is famously unpredictable and "changes every 5 minutes". We recommend you check the weather closer to the date and prepare to pack layers. It has traditionally been around 50-75 degrees at the end of March, but has snowed that weekend in previous years.

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When should I RSVP by?

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Please try to RSVP by January 31st, 2026. I know the invites were sent a tad late, (our bad) but do need an accurate headcount as soon as possible for vendor payments.

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Is there parking for the ceremony or reception?

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Yes! Parking information is available on the schedule website page for each of our locations. Street parking is available for the jewel box, but if you don't mind a short walk, lots are available at the Central fields west lost and Festival and Plaza lot. Use the link below to view the lots on the Forest Park site.

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Is there a dress code?

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Semi-Black Tie to Formal. And really, we trust our guests to dress appropriately and feel your best. Except for Michael's Dad. Dad, please a buy a new suit.

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What time should I arrive at the ceremony?

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The Jewel Box is a very popular wedding venue with strict time frames. Please arrive no earlier than 4:00 PM, ideally at 4:15 PM.

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What should I do between the ceremony and reception?

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(Check the Things to Do Section) We highly recommend to drive around or explore the beautiful Forest Park, Host of 1904 World's Fair and home to five major cultural institutions: the Saint Louis Art Museum, the Saint Louis Science Center, the Missouri History Museum, The Muny and the Saint Louis Zoo (our reception space) Forest Park was dedicated on June 24, 1876, coinciding with the centenary of the United States Declaration of Independence. The 1,300-acre park encompass woodlands and waterways, recreational areas, dual pathways, prairies and awe-inspiring landscapes. Forest Park is also home to world-class institutions that challenge the mind, and various popular festivals and events set in St. Louis City’s urban habitat. https://www.forestparkmap.org/