FAQs

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When should I RSVP by?

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If you're certain of your attendance status, please RSVP as soon as possible. Otherwise, please RSVP by June 18, 2026, one month ahead of the wedding.

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Can I bring a date?

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Yes! Bring your date (but only if they know how to have a good time).

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Is there a dress code?

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Our dress code is black-tie optional meaning that guests have the flexibility to wear traditional black tie attire (tuxedo or formal dress) or opt for a slightly less formal, but still very elegant cocktail attire. Most of all, we want you to feel good in your choice of self expression, whatever that means for you!

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Do you have any hotel recommendations?

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Our venue is also conveniently a hotel located in Cleveland's University Circle neighborhood. We encourage guests to book a room through our wedding block by copying and pasting the link below or by calling the hotel directly at 216-455-1260 and asking for a room under the Bon Marefka Wedding Block (C-MBW). https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/rooms/?ctyhocn=CLEUCDT&arrivalDate=2026-07-18&departureDate=2026-07-19&groupCode=CDTMBW&room1NumAdults=1&cid=OM%2CWW%2CHILTONLINK%2CEN%2CDirectLink

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Are kids welcome?

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Due to venue capacity, we respectfully request no children.

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What time should I arrive at the ceremony?

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Seating for the ceremony begins at 4 p.m. and the ceremony will begin at 4:30 p.m. The ceremony and the reception will be held in the same location at the Tudor Arms Hotel.

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Are there any other events that I should know about around the wedding?

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Hang tight! We'll be adding details about the welcoming event and more, soon.