FAQs
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What is the dress code?
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Cocktail attire. Think suits or jackets for men, and cocktail dresses or dressy outfits for women. No need to go black tie—just polished and party-ready!
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I’m coming from out of town, where should I stay?
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Please see the “travel” tab!
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Is there parking at the church and the venue? What if I don’t plan to drive?
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Yes! Both St. Catherine’s and the Oconomowoc Lake Club have their own parking lots available for guests who choose to drive. If you’d prefer not to drive, no worries—a shuttle will be running from the Lake Club to the hotels in Oconomowoc between 9:00 PM and 11:00 PM to get you home safely. If you drive to the Lake Club but take the shuttle bus back to the hotels, it’s ok to leave your car there overnight. They just ask that you pick it up by 10am the next morning.
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Am I allowed to bring my own alcohol or shooters into the venue?
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We totally get the temptation—I’ve even been the source of a few shooters at weddings myself! However, the venue has a very strict policy: they charge a $75 fee for every individual bottle or shooter found on-site. Because of this, we must ask that no outside alcohol be brought in under any circumstances. Please help us avoid unnecessary fees by enjoying the drinks we’ll have available. Thanks so much for your understanding and cooperation!
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Looking for something fun between the ceremony and cocktail hour?
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Cocktail hour at the Lake Club begins at 5:30 PM. If you have some time to explore, downtown Oconomowoc is a great spot to stop—there are charming boutiques, local shops, and a few of our favorite places for a drink. We especially love Wingers for a pre-dinner drink and The Etcetera, a rooftop bar with great views.
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What time should I arrive?
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Please plan to arrive at St. Catherine’s of Alexandria 15–20 minutes before the ceremony begins at 2:00 PM, so everyone can be seated and settled before we start. The ceremony will last about an hour, so there will be some time before the reception begins at Oconomowoc Lake Club. Cocktail hour at the Oconomowoc Lake Club starts at 5:30 PM—feel free to explore downtown Oconomowoc beforehand!
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Can I bring a guest? Can I bring children?
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We kindly ask that guests only bring someone if their invitation specifically includes a plus one. There will be a space to add your guest’s name when you RSVP. To keep the day special and relaxed, our celebration is adults-only — except for our three flower girls, who are the only little guests on the list. Thanks for understanding!