Summer Formal just means formal attire that is a little more relaxed than traditional formal. Linen suits, flowy dresses, vibrant colors - all welcome! Ties not required, but please do come in a jacket and pants, or a dress :)
Please RSVP no later than Sunday April 28th - reach out to either of us with any questions!
We have a hotel block at the Moxy - navigate to the travel tab for more details! The Sonder East End is also detailed on the travel tab - this is more of an apartment-style rental if you're looking for more space and something with separate bedrooms and kitchen. It is located across the street from the Moxy. If the Moxy is booked out, or you're looking for a different brand of hotel near to the action: Canopy by Hilton, Radisson Red, Aloft, and Residence Inn at the Depot are all great options within 1-2 blocks of the Moxy.
We plan to start the ceremony shortly after 4:30pm, so please aim to arrive to the venue with enough time to be seated by then.
Yes, Glass House has free parking for up to 60 vehicles in their parking lot directly next to the building.
Due to the nature of our wedding venue, and because we want everyone (including parents!) to enjoy a night of revelry and relaxation, we ask firmly but respectfully that babies and children not attend the ceremony and reception the night of the 31st. Feel free to bring your kids for all the other events surrounding the wedding, we would love to meet them!
Yes, lots of optional events! The night before the wedding we are having a happy hour from 8-10pm, and we are hanging out in Minneapolis for the weekend after the wedding. Check out the schedule tab for all the info!
We are registered with Zola, the online host of this website. Check out the registry tab for details, but please know that your presence at our wedding is a gift in and of itself!
Minneapolis in the summer is fantastic. There's something for everyone! Sports: -The Minnesota Twins play the Royals at Target Field on Thursday 5/30 at 12:10pm. Every seat in the ballpark is a good ticket and you will likely be able to get one for under $15 on a weekday. Stadium is just a 5 minute rail ride from the Moxy. -The Minnesota United FC play Sporting KC at Allianz Field on Saturday 6/1 at 7:30pm. Soccer games are fun and tickets are usually in the $30-45 range. The stadium is a 20 min drive or Green Line light rail ride from the Moxy. Arts & Culture: -The highly-rated Mill City Museum is situated riverfront in the limestone ruins of the Washburn grain mill, just a couple blocks away from the Moxy and features 8 stories of interactive history of farming, advertising, and historical impact of grain milling in the United States. Tickets are $12 for adults, less for kids and seniors. -Minneapolis has the 2nd most theater seats per capita behind just NYC. The Guthrie theater is also just a few blocks away and features nightly showings and weekend matinees of Broadway plays starting around $40, and lots of other smaller venues can be found showing a range of plays, musicals, and performance acts across town. Outdoors/Nature: -The Riverwalk along the mighty Mississippi is just a few blocks away, access via Gold Medal Park. The Stone Arch bridge is a popular spot for a stroll and some pictures with the skyline, and the Mill City Farmers Market takes place every Saturday from 8am to 1pm next to the Mill City Museum. -Minnehaha Park is a quick Blue Line light rail ride south and features accessible trails, lush lawns and bike paths, a great seafood stand + beer garden, and stunning views of Minnehaha Falls -Minneapolis is the best biking city in America. Hop on a bike share (via the Lime or Veo apps) and explore the various bike paths along the Mississippi river, through town, or around the beautiful chain of lakes.
Staying a bit before or after the wedding and looking for good spots to eat? Here are a couple options within a few blocks of the hotel: Breakfast/Coffee: - FRGMNT (1011 Washington Ave S) - located in a bookstore, this is also a great co-working space if you're looking to get a few hours of work done in a cool space. - C.R.E.A.M Cafe (428 S 2nd St) - located right off the riverwalk - robust breakfast and creative coffees. -Dunn Brothers (201 3rd Ave S) - cool two-story coffee shop near the riverwalk -Farmer's Kitchen (750 S 2nd St Ste 100) - modern bistro with breakfast and cocktails Lunch/Dinner: -Boludo (530 S 4th St) - awesome Argentinian pizza and empanadas ($) -Umbra* (708 S 3rd St) - stylish full-service spot for locally-sourced contemporary dishes ($$) -Milly's Wine Bar* (1129 Washington Ave S) - new cozy but trendy spot for great wines and charcuterie ($$) -Day Block Brewing (1105 Washington Ave S) - pizza, sandwiches, house-made beer, and a nice patio ($$) -Owamni** (420 S 1st St) - elevated riverside spot specializing in native-inspired cuisine ($$$) *reservations for larger parties likely needed on weekends **reservations for any size party likely needed
Plenty! If you're looking to venture a little further than walking distance, here are a few of our favorite spots to eat around the city: -Aster Cafe* ($$) - great brunch on the water across the river! -Nicollet Island Inn* ($$) - patio cocktails and apps on an island in the Mississippi! -Malcolm Yards Market ($$) - restored train depot near the U of M with tasty food stands and a self-serve tap wall -Surly Brewing* ($$) - next to Malcolm Yards, great bites and brews with an awesome beer garden -Brother Justus ($$) - scenic patio with small plates + the best Whiskey in the Midwest. -Young Joni** ($$$) - pizza and Korean food to die for. Check out their speakeasy around back -Black Sheep ($$) - great coalfired pizza -Stepchld** ($$) - fun New American and creative cocktails -Earl Giles* ($$) - airy plant-filled lounge-eatery with great cocktails (alcohol, N/A, and THC) -Bar La Grassa** ($$$) - swanky Italian date night spot in a historic building -North Loop Galley ($) - 4-vendor food hall with a great weekday HH and plenty of seating indoors and out -LUSH Lounge & Theater ($$) - friendly LGBTQ space with brunch and bar food -Hola Arepa* ($$) - great Venezuelan street food and tropical cocktails -Nicollet Diner ($$) - 24-hour diner with the classics - and a Cabaret-themed bar attached! -Sanjusan** ($$$) - Italian-Japanese fusion with alfresco seating available -Hai Hai** ($$) - authentic South Asian with a tropical vibe -Brasa* ($) - rotisserie chicken with a Caribbean flare + a cute patio -Matt's Bar ($) - in our neighborhood! The famous Jucy Lucy burger originated here. -Northbound Smokehouse* ($$) - in our neighborhood! Great sandwiches and in-house beer. Key: *Larger parties likely need a reservation **Recommend reserving well ahead, esp. larger parties $ - Most entrees under $15 $$ - Most entrees under $25 $$$ - Most entrees $25+