Schedule
Here is a schedule of events for our wedding weekend! There will be printed schedules provided if you are staying at The Hotel Fort Des Moines as part of our room block. There will also be schedules provided for the ceremony and reception events upon arrival to our ceremony. We look forward to celebrating with you!
Saturday, October 25, 2025
Ceremony
3:30 pm - 4:00 pm
The Willow on Grand
6011 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312
6011 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312
The ceremony will take place in the courtyard of The Willow on Grand, so please be aware of the weather and dress accordingly. Please arrive before 1:45 pm so all guests can be seated and the ceremony can begin promptly at 2pm.
Cocktail Hour
4:15 pm - 5:30 pm
The Willow on Grand
Following the ceremony, there will be games, music, snacks, drinks, and socializing before the reception begins. Guests are welcome inside the venue or in the courtyard. During this time, the wedding party will be taking photos and hopefully returning to celebrate alongside you!
Reception
5:30 pm
The Willow on Grand
6011 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50301
6011 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50301
Dinner will begin at 5:30pm followed by speeches and dancing!
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