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FAQs

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What is the dress code?

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The dress code for our ceremony and reception is cocktail attire.

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Can I RSVP online?

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Absolutely! Just use the RSVP tab at the top of our website to RSVP. You can also contact us directly with your RSVP.

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When should I RSVP by?

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Please RSVP no later than January 14th, 2026 to allow us to finalize our headcount for the venue and vendors.

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What's the easiest way to get to and from your wedding venue?

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We will be providing shuttle service between the Hilton Garden Inn Tampa Suncoast Parkway and venue. Ahead of the ceremony, there will be a shuttle running in 30 minute increments to take guests to the venue. After the reception, the shuttle will be transporting guests back to the hotel. If you are not staying at this hotel, we recommend either driving to the venue or hiring a ride service.

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Is there parking available near your wedding venue?

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Yes, there is free on-site parking at our venue.

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Will your wedding be indoors or outdoors?

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Both our wedding ceremony and reception will be held outdoors at an open-air venue.

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What's the best airport to use?

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The closest airport to our wedding venue is Tampa International Airport (TPA), only a 30 minute drive. Other options would be Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (SRQ), St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE), or Lakeland Linder International Airport (LAL).

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Am I allowed to bring a plus-one?

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Unless we have explicitly included a plus-one in your invitation, we are not allowing additional plus-ones to our wedding, as we'd like to keep the guests list just to those who know us well.

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Am I allowed to bring my children?

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Due to space restrictions, we cannot accommodate any additional guests other than those who were explicitly included in your invitation at our wedding.

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Have you reserved blocks of rooms at one or more hotels?

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We have reserved a room block at Hilton Garden Inn Tampa Suncoast Parkway. Please book your stay ASAP to guarantee a room in our block. Use the code NSW while booking to receive our reduced rate. https://www.hilton.com/en/attend-my-event/newmansirkisweddingblock/

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What should I do if I don't make it into the room block?

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If you are unable to make it into the room block, we recommend other nearby hotels such as Hyatt Place Tampa Wesley Chapel or search for nearby stays on Airbnb.com.

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What is the weather and climate like in the area?

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Land O' Lakes, FL in March is considered to have fairly mild and dry weather, with average highs of 78 degrees and average lows of 54 degrees. Expect pleasant warmth during the day and cooler in the evening.

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Will there be an open bar?

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Yes there will be an open bar, but our bartenders will be accepting tips.

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What type of food will be served at your wedding?

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We are still working with our caterer on the menu but will update all of our guests as soon as we have finalized the menu.

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Am I allowed to take photos at your wedding?

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Except for during the ceremony, we encourage guests to take as many pictures as they wish. We request that guests refrain from taking pictures during our ceremony.

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What's the schedule of the wedding?

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All wedding day events will take place at Knotted Roots on the Lake. Ceremony 4:00 pm to 4:30 pm Cocktail Hour 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm Reception 5:30 pm to 10:00 pm

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Where should we bring/send our wedding gift?

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We are asking for donations to our honeymoon fund either through the group-fund located on the registry page of this website, or by check or cash if preferred.