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June 26, 2026
Traverse City, MI

Julia & Ethan

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Where is the wedding venue?

Answer

The venue is Bay View Weddings at Gallagher Farms located at 8555 E Lincoln Rd, Cedar, MI. This is just 10-15 minutes West of downtown Traverse City. Bay View is situated on a 400 acre working farm overlooking Grand Traverse Bay, encapsulating the beauty of Northern Michigan.

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What time should I arrive at the ceremony?

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Please plan to arrive around 4pm and follow the directions to the ceremony site. There will be refreshments available for those who arrive early!

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Is there a dress code?

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Yes, the dress code is formal attire which means we suggest you wear a suit of any color, nice cocktail dress or pantsuit. Feel free to embrace spring colors!

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Is the wedding inside or outside?

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Rain or shine, we will be having our ceremony outside and our reception under a tent. June weather in Northern Michigan can be unpredictable so please plan accordingly!

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Is there transportation to and from the venue?

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Yes, we will be providing a shuttle to and from the venue from Park Place Hotel. More details to come! Please note that Uber and Lyft are not widely available in this area. Please plan transportation accordingly.

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Is there parking at the venue?

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Yes, there is a limited amount of parking on site. Please follow the signs and staff instructions upon arrival. We encourage those who will be drinking to take advantage of the shuttle service.

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Can I bring a date?

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In order to keep our wedding intimate, only guests formally invited on your invitation will be accommodated. Thank you for your understanding!

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Are kids welcome?

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As much as we love your little ones, we have decided that our wedding will not be suitable for young children. All invited guests will be clearly marked on your invitation. Thank you for your understanding!

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Do you have any recommendations for accommodations?

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We will have a hotel block at Park Place Hotel & Conference Center. We recommend this hotel based on its location with easy access to restaurants, beaches, and our venue. However, there are many hotels to choose from along Front Street such as Hotel Indigo, Delamar, and Bayshore Resort. There are also budget friendly options on the East Arm of the Grand Traverse Bay such as Hampton Inn, Cherry Tree Inn & Suites, Sugar Beach Resort. There are many rentals available in the area that can be found on Airbnb and VRBO. Traverse City is a popular tourist destination in Michigan so please note that accommodations may fill up faster than anticipated.

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