4:00 pm
Casual!
We are excited for the opportunity to try Portugal's most famous drinks with our family and friends -- Port! We will begin the experience with a Chip Dry & Tonic, then try 5 different ports (white port, late bottled vintage, 20 year tawny, 2012, and 2009), and then share several bottles of port opened in the traditional way -- fire tongs! Matt & Michelle would like to cover part of the costs of this event, but to reserve your spot please send Michelle $55 (Venmo: MichelleStephens, Zelle: 847-347-9019)
7:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Classy beach attire: linen pants, short-sleeved button downs, dresses, flowing jumpsuits
Cervejaria Trindade is the oldest and most beautiful brewery in Lisbon. It is located in a convent that was founded in 1294. The building has survived fires and earthquakes and after the convent was decommissioned in 1834, it was bought by Manuel Moreira Garcia and turned into a beer factory in 1836. In 1934 the beer factory opened to the public and became a popular spot for drinks. Lisbon recognized Cervejaria Trindade as a Cultural Heritage site in 1986, the year the brewery celebrated its 150 anniversary. In 1997 the city and board of tourism recognized the brewery as a Cultural Heritage site of outstanding historical and cultural importance. Please join us to kick off our wedding celebration in this beautiful and historic brewery and restaurant! For those looking to continue the party, there are many bars and clubs near by.
4:30 pm
Cocktail Attire
Please give yourself time to arrive by 4:30, traffic can be a bit unpredictable. Refreshments will be waiting for you upon arrival. We request that your phones are away during the ceremony. A van will be available for transportation to the city center and Cascais from 11pm - 2am. Our wedding planner also suggests using Uber and Bolt for rides to and from the venue. For women we suggest colorful cocktail dresses, skirts, and dressy jumpsuits. We hope to have most of our wedding outdoors in the grass and therefore suggest wedges, block heels, or flat sandals. Color recommendations: we are in a beautiful villa in a vibrant city, we recommend avoiding dark colors, grays, and neutrals. For men we suggest lightweight slacks, button down shirts, and light sport coats if you would like. Color recommendations: avoid black and dark grays.
2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Casual!
Join us for a farewell cruise around Lisbon on the Leão Holandês! We will see many sites from the water and enjoy a few drinks and snacks. Pick up location to be determined as well as if we will have the option to swim (weather/wind) Please note that the boat fits 80 people so RSVP as soon as you know you want to cruise Lisbon with us!