FAQs
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Do I have to wear a costume?
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No! You are welcome to dress normally, formally, or extraordinarily. If you choose to wear a costume, please make sure it is tasteful and/or family-friendly.
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Can I bring props?
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Yes! Reasonably sized props and costume accessories are welcome, please be respectful of the other guests and wedding party.
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My costume includes prop weapons. Can I bring them?
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Yes- within certain parameters. Plastic obvious toy or LARP weapons are generally fine, but please read this entire section! Any actual bladed weapons should remain secured and sheathed during the ceremony. There will be a special opportunity during the reception to draw your swords! Any ranged prop weapons should be completely "fake", non-functional, secured, holstered, and clearly marked. If you couldn't bring it to a convention, you probably shouldn't carry it to our wedding! Our reception is directly across from the Kannapolis City Police Department, so safety is a MUST. Posing with prop weapons for photos INSIDE the Laureate Center is fine, but any guest brandishing a prop weapon inappropriately will be expelled from the event. WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE IF YOU GET INTO TROUBLE WITH THE POLICE FOR CARRYING OR HANDLING YOUR PROP WEAPONS INAPPROPRIATELY!!! We cannot stress this enough - this is our wedding day - please don't be stupid.
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Are the venues handicapped accessible?
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Yes! The main floor of the Gem Theatre is wheelchair accessible, and there are sections of seating that can accommodate mobility chairs. The Laureate Center is also fully accessible.
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Where should I stay if I'm coming from out of town?
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Our recommended hotel is the Hampton Inn Concord/Kannapolis. Check out our "Travel" page for details!
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Should I bring a gift?
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Gifts are not required, but we would absolutely appreciate anything you want to bless us with. Please check out our Registry page to see our Zola and our Amazon registry!
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Can I bring my pet?
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No. Unfortunately, neither the Gem Theatre nor the Laureate Center allow pets. However, registered service animals are always welcome.
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Will there be alcohol?
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Yes, there will be an open bar available at the reception. Please drink responsibly! Unruly guests risk being expelled!
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What kind of food will be served?
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We will have a taco bar with all the toppings! Beef, chicken, and al pastor. Queso, guacamole, sour cream, and as much salsa as you can handle. And of course, wedding cake! If you have special dietary needs, please notify the bride and groom directly.
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Will there be assigned seating?
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Nope! Sit where you like for the ceremony and the reception.