FAQs
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Is there a dress code?
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Yes, we'd love for you to dress up with us! Welcome Party Casual Cocktail: knee/maxi length dresses or pantsuits/jumpsuits. Pants, khakis, or dark jeans paired with a collared shirt - option of styling with a tie or sports jacket. Ceremony & Reception Garden Formal: floor-length gown or fancy cocktail dress with patterns and colors encouraged! A suit with a tie. Attire Inspiration: https://www.pinterest.com/judges2025/garden-formal-attire/
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Will the wedding be outside?
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A mix of inside and outside! The ceremony will be held outside the Governor Thomas Bennet House in the crescent garden. The cocktail hour will be inside the main house or outside for those who want to explore the beautiful property, and the reception will be outside under a tent in the Oystery Tabby. Please dress accordingly and make sure to check weather conditions leading up to the event.
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What time should I arrive to the ceremony?
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The ceremony will start promptly at 4:00 pm, so we would advise you to arrive to the grounds between 3:30 pm and 3:45 pm to ensure enough time to get seated prior to the processional.
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Are kids welcome?
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Although we would love to have your children, we've decided to keep it as an adults-only event so that we can enjoy the night with our closest friends and family!
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Can I bring a plus one?
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We are only able to accommodate guests who are named on your save the dates and invitations.
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Is there parking available near the wedding venue?
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Complimentary parking will be available to our guests at the wedding venue! You are able to leave your car overnight, but we strongly recommend picking your vehicle up by 10:00 am Sunday morning.
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Will transportation be provided?
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Please note that there will be no transportation provided to the wedding. We kindly ask that you plan accordingly for your travel arrangements. We recommend walking or taking a short 5-minute Uber ride from the center of town. Driving to the venue is another option, with the complimentary parking mentioned above. After the reception, trolleys will be available to bring guests back to a few of the recommended hotels at 10:00 pm. Rideshare apps will also be an option for those who want to continue celebrating at the after-party location!