FAQs
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What is the Dress Code on Wedding Day?
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Black Tie! Tuxedoes and formal gowns, please! We look forward to seeing everyone in their best.
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Will transportation be provided to the venue?
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Yes, we have organized busses to pick up guests at the Willard Intercontinental and drop off at Union Station. The busses will pick guests up promptly at 3:45pm at The Willard and will continue running throughout the evening to bring guests back to The Willard. Please check back for more details closer to the wedding. Alternatively, you could take the Metro to Union Station (it is on the red line) like Kelly did every day for a previous job! Uber and Lyft are also convenient options to get from anywhere in DC or Northern Virginia to Union Station. See more details below
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Will there be parking?
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Yes, there will be a valet service if you choose to drive to the event. You may also park in the garage which can be accessed via H St NE
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How do I get to the Presidential Suite at Union Station?
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On Foot: From the front of Union Station the Presidential Suite can be accessed from a private entrance. The entrance is located on the far right (east) of the building. Event staff will be greeting you at the door. From the Metro: Union Station is a stop on Metro’s Red Line. Exit Metro in direction of “Shops, Massachusetts Avenue”. Take escalator up and walk towards the front of the Station (Mass. Ave.). Proceed down the colonnade to the east end of the building. Presidential Suite will be to your left. Valet: The Valet will be located on the east side of the Presidential Suite. When driving around Columbus Circle, follow signs to Pick Up/Drop Off/F Street. Take the right towards F (just before the pick up/drop off zone) and then your where there is a fork in the road at Columbus Circle NE, go left towards the garage. There will be an island where the Valet will be stationed (see link below for approximate location of the Valet) https://maps.app.goo.gl/6RjvjFQkCX34ew6Z7 Garage Parking: A valet service will be provided at the venue, however if you choose to park your car on your own there is a 24-hour garage “attached” to the rear of Union Station and can be accessed from H Street, NE. Please remember to bring your parking ticket with you and pay your ticket when you exit at one of the booths located in the first level/bus deck. To the Event (From the Garage): Take the escalator down into Union Station. Once inside the Station, walk forward, pass Rental Car/Money Exchange Kiosk and then walk down the semicircular marble steps and enter Main Hall. Exit Main Hall via Massachusetts Avenue and immediately turn left. Follow the colonnade to the east end of the building, Presidential Suite will be to your left.
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Are children Invited?
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While we love your kids, this is an adults-only wedding. We hope everyone can relax and enjoy the evening fully. We appreciate your understanding!
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Can I bring a guest to the wedding?
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All invited guests are listed on the formal invitation. If you received a plus one that will appear on the invitation and when you RSVP. If this is unclear please feel free to contact Kelly or Phil directly and we'd be happy to verify.