FAQs

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When should I RSVP by?

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Please RSVP by March 15th 2026!

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Is there a dress code?

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The dress code is semi-formal. Keep in mind that the ceremony is a traditional Catholic Mass.

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Are you registered? Where?

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Your presence is the greatest gift! If you wish to give, we are registered at Crate and Barrel, Amazon, and we have a Honeymoon cash fund through Zola.

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What time should I arrive at the ceremony?

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Please arrive at the ceremony by 2:45pm. The ceremony and procession will start at 3pm and it would be helpful to have everyone in their seats and ready to go by the time the ceremony starts. It can also be difficult to find parking in Downtown San Luis Obispo it is important to account for the time it will take to find parking. Street parking is limited, there are parking garages nearby the Mission.

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Are the ceremony and reception at different places?

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Yes, the ceremony is taking place at Mission San Luis Obispo. The reception is immediately following at Tar Creek Ranch in Arroyo Grande, California. The reception site is about a 25 minute drive south from the ceremony site.

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Is there parking for the ceremony or reception?

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As stated above, parking at the Mission can be difficult to find. We recommend parking in a nearby parking garage. However, there is plenty of parking at the reception venue.

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I have a food allergy, can I make a special request?

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Absolutely! We want to make sure everyone's allergy needs are accommodated. On the RSVP for the reception, there is a space to indicate what your allergy is and we will work with our caterer to make sure we can accommodate your food. If you have any questions or concerns feel free to reach out to Nate or Grace.

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Are kids welcome?

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We believe that kids are an important part of marriage and should also be apart of the celebration! We can accommodate those that are indicated on the invitation.

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Do you have any hotel recommendations?

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Yes! We have a set of rooms blocked out at the Agrarian Hotel in Arroyo Grande. Our guests get a 20% discount when they book over the phone. There is more information about this hotel on the "Travel" tab of this website. If you have any questions about the area or places to stay, feel free to reach out to Nate or Grace.

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How far away is the ceremony from the reception?

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The reception is about a 25 minute drive from the Mission where the ceremony is taking places. Immediately after the ceremony, you can head to Tar Creek Ranch. The cocktail hour will begin at 4:30pm.