FAQs

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What Airport should I fly into?

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Indianapolis International Airport (IND) is the closest and most convenient.

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How do I get from the airport to the hotel?

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Ride‑share, taxis, and rental cars are all easily available at IND

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Where should I stay?

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Le Méridien Indianapolis - Room block details are available on the Travel & Parking Page

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Do I need a rental car?

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Ride-share is the easiest, and downtown is walkable

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What is the dress code?

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Cocktail Attire: Wear cocktail dresses, LBDs, dressy jumpsuits, and dark jackets and slacks.

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What time should I arrive?

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Please be seated 15 minutes before the ceremony begins (12:45).

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Is the ceremony and reception indoors or outdoors?

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Both are indoors

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How do I RSVP?

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Go to the RSVP page and enter your name, you will be directed from there.

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Can I bring a guest?

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We kindly ask that only those listed on your invitation attend.

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Are children invited?

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We love your little ones, but our wedding will be an adults‑only celebration, with the exception of our immediate‑family children.

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What if I have dietary restrictions?

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When you RSVP, there is a space to list any dietary restrictions.

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What time does the reception end?

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The reception ends at 10:30PM. Our plan is to stop by the Biergarten to enjoy the last half hour of live music before heading to the Spoke & Steele for some late night drinks.

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What should I do if I need to update my RSVP?

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Please send us an email at maxwellwardwedding@gmail.com

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Is there anything else I should know about the venue?

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Please enter The Rathskeller for the reception through the Michigan Street entrance. You may also enter through the Biergarten, but if they are charging cover for live music, staff may redirect you to the Michigan Street entrance instead. Once inside, head down the stairs, and the Kellersaal Ballroom will be on your right. If you need any assistance, please ask a staff member to direct you to the Maxwell–Ward Wedding.

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Where is the After-Party?

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After‑Party Option The Rathskeller Biergarten features live music during the summer months. Please note there is a cover charge earlier in the evening; however, cover ends at 10:30 PM. Guests are welcome to head over after the reception to enjoy the final 30 minutes of live music. After-After Party Option: Spoke & Steele - Located in Le Méridien Indianapolis 123 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225