March 14, 2026—mark your calendars, set your alarms, and maybe start practicing your dance moves. Ceremony kicks off at 3:45 PM sharp (fashionably late only applies to the bride).
Both the ceremony and reception will be held at Scars Farm, located at 777 ALTURAS Rd, Bartow, FL 33830. Valet Parking is the only option on-site, and rideshare drop-off is right at the entrance.
We kindly request cocktail attire. Gentlemen may consider suits or dress slacks with a jacket, while ladies may choose cocktail dresses, elegant jumpsuits, or similar evening wear. We ask that guests refrain from wearing white, ivory, or cream.
Absolutely! We’ll be serving a buffet style dinner with vegetarian and gluten-free options available. Please let us know about any dietary restrictions when you RSVP.
We’ve reserved room blocks at two nearby hotels for your convenience: Holiday Inn Winter Haven (by IHG) – A comfortable option close to the venue, with group rates available. See Travel tab for direct link with Block rate automatically applied. Or use Group rate code HAR. Hampton Inn Winter Haven – Another great choice nearby, also offering a reserved block for our guests. See Travel tab for direct link with Block rate automatically applied. Or use Group rate code HAR. Please book by 02/09/2026 to take advantage of the special rates. Both hotels are just minutes from the celebration, making it easy to relax and enjoy the weekend. Fun Fact: If we get room blocks and the rooms don't all fill, you pay full price, so we are trying to find budget friendly options!
The venue is approximately 20 minutes from downtown Lakeland and just 15–20 minutes from downtown Winter Haven. It’s an easy drive by car or rideshare, and valet parking will be available on-site for your convenience.
Your presence is the greatest gift we could ask for. However, should you wish to honor us with a gift, you can take a look at the registry page or go directly to https://www.amazon.com/wedding/registry/3V150JJYE2ZQJ
We ask that our ceremony remain unplugged (meaning no pictures during the ceremony) so that all guests may be fully present in the moment. Following the ceremony, we welcome and encourage you to capture and share as many memories as you wish.
If you have any further questions, please reach out to us or contact our wedding planner, Lindsay Gonzalez at lindsay@handledbyhollyevents.com.