FAQs

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When should I RSVP by?

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Please RSVP by 4/4/25, whether you are able to attend or will be sending your regrets. This will help ensure we are able to accommodate all of our lovely guests! You can do so on the website under the "RSVP" tab.

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What time should I arrive at the ceremony?

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Since our ceremony will begin at 5PM we ask that you arrive no later than 4:30PM! We will have a beverage cart serving drinks prior to the ceremony, so you can take this time to relax, socialize, and find a seat before the festivities begin.

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Will your wedding be indoors or outdoors?

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Weather pending, our ceremony will be held outdoors in a grassy area (ladies keep this in mind with your shoe choice). Dinner will be held indoors and the reception will be in a courtyard space outside.

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Is there a dress code?

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Yes! Our wedding will be a black tie optional event. For men, this means your preference of a tuxedo or suit, and for women a formal full length dress is preferred.

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Can I bring a date?

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Unfortunately, due to budget and space limitations, we are unable to offer a plus one to all of our guests. Your invitation will specify exactly who we are able to accommodate, either by name or by "and guest" following your name.

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Are kids welcome?

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While we love your little ones, our wedding will be an adults-only event so that everyone can relax and enjoy the evening. We appreciate you making arrangements ahead of time and leaving the kids at home so you can celebrate with us.

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Will there be an open bar?

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Yes! We will have beer, wine and liquor available on us. If you plan to participate, please arrange to have a designated driver or Uber/Lyft to the venue. There will be transportation provided back to downtown Raleigh at the end of the night.

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Is there transportation to and from the hotels to the ceremony?

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Transportation will be provided for hotel guests to the Bradford! Pick up will be at the Casso at 4PM. If you are not staying at one of the hotels, we recommend taking an Uber/Lyft to the venue if you plan on drinking. If you will have a designated driver, there is free parking available at the Bradford. We will be providing transportation for everyone at the end of the reception from the Bradford to the Avenue in downtown Raleigh, which is across the street from the Casso hotel.

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Do Ubers and Lyfts come out to the Bradford?

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Since Uber + Lyft’s get to choose which rides they take, they will normally drop off at The Bradford, however, it can be challenging to secure a ride at the end of the evening. Therefore, for those of us participating in the open bar, there will be transportation provided from the Bradford to the Avenue in downtown Raleigh at the end of the night.

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Is there parking at the Bradford?

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Yes, there is free parking! There are about 80 parking spots- enough parking for everyone invited. If you consume more than you plan to and leave your car overnight, please be courteous of the Bradford's Saturday event and pick up your car no later than 9AM the next day.

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Are there any other events that I should know about around the wedding?

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Yes! We will be having welcome drinks the night before the wedding starting at 8:30PM at Watts & Ward in downtown Raleigh. Additionally, there will be a Saturday meet up on 5/17 at 1PM at the Bend Bar in downtown Raleigh. Please join us at both!

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

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Yes - please let us know of any allergies with your RSVP!

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Do you have any hotel recommendations?

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Yes! Please visit the travel page of our website for all recommended hotel information.

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Are you registered? Where?

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We are registered at Crate & Barrel and we have cash funds through Zola. On the Registry tab of our website we've provided links for ease of access!