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Wedding Schedule

The Wedding Website of Emily Simon and Katherine Matthew-Parker

Thursday, March 19, 2026

Welcome Drinks

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Join us for welcome drinks at the oldest gay bar in the country! (Important: Don’t confuse it with LaFitte’s Blacksmith Shop down the street!)

Friday, March 20, 2026

Wedding Ceremony

4:00 pm - 4:30 pm

The Church at Hotel Peter and Paul
2317 Burgundy St, New Orleans, LA 70117

Formal: Tuxes and gowns are welcome, as are suits and floor length cocktail dresses.

Second-Line

4:30 pm - 4:45 pm

Celebratory parade from the entrance of Hotel Peter and Paul around the block and back. (For an example of a second line, please visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E_h6f6Wx45o&t=6s)

Cocktail Hour

4:45 pm - 5:30 pm

The Pavillon at Hotel Peter and Paul
2317 Burgundy St, New Orleans, LA 70117

Reception

5:30 pm - 10:00 pm

The Church at Hotel Peter and Paul
2317 Burgundy St, New Orleans, LA 70117

After Party

10:30 pm

After the reception, we will start our continued celebration at 30°/-90°. This is walkable from Hotel Peter & Paul. Although food will not be provided, the kitchen will be open for ordering late night sustenance!