We are looking forward to celebrating with you! We will update our website with new information regarding the special day.
Josh Wilson
Rachel Svendson
Josh Wilson
Rachel Svendson
August 30, 2025
Schedule
Friday, August 29, 2025
Welcome Event
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
247 Woodlake Dr SE, Rochester, MN 55904
Come hang out with people in town prior to the wedding. The bar will be open for purchasing of drinks and food.
Saturday, August 30, 2025
Ceremony
3:30 pm - 4:00 pm
810 3rd Avenue Southeast, Rochester, MN 55904
Following the ceremony we will ask all family to stay for quick family photos. An announcement will be made at the end of the service with more details.
Social Hour/Reception
4:30 pm - 11:00 pm
10 East Center Street, Rochester, MN 55904
Social Hour starts at 4:30 PM on the 5th floor balcony of the Hilton (weather permitting). There will be wine, beer and water available (free) liquor and non alcoholic options for purchase and light snacks. Social Hour will end at 5:45, party will be moved to the 4th floor and dinner/welcome announcements will start at 6 PM. Speeches at 6:45, dance starting at 7 PM.
Travel
Hotel
Hilton Rochester Mayo Clinic Area
This is the Hotel where we will be having our reception. Of note, to be able to book a room with our wedding rate, please book by August 8th.
Registry
Gallery
Things To Do
Whistle Binkies On the Lake
We enjoy their food and drinks, specifically the free popcorn prior to the meal :)
Wash Me Car Wash
If you are looking for a car wash, give Josh a call!
Quarry Hill Nature Center
Beautiful place to walk on dirt or paved trails with a park for kids to play on as well.
Thesis Beer Project
One of our favorite breweries!
Bitter & Pour
Where we went on our first date; drinks are AMAZING!
Animal House Boarding and Doggy Daycare
If you need a place to board your dogs over the weekend, they will be well taken care of here :)
FAQs
Question
Is there transportation to and from the hotels to the ceremony?
Answer
No, there will not be transportation from the hotel to the ceremony, however, the reception is held on the 4th floor of a hotel. The link for booking at the Hilton is on our website. There are also multiple other hotels within walking distance of the reception site.
Question
Is there parking for the ceremony or reception?
Answer
There will be ample amount of parking for the ceremony at Bethel Lutheran church. For the reception, you can park at the hotel, on the street (free on the weekends) or in parking ramps (free on the weekend, but not over night).
Question
Are you registered? Where?
Answer
We are registered via our wedding website on Zola. We have linked all of our registry items on the Zola website.
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