Schedule
Friday, September 19, 2025
Welcome Party
7:30 pm - 10:30 pm
1234 Benjamin Franklin Dr, Sarasota, FL 34236
Country Club Attire
We are so excited to kick off this special weekend with you! Come enjoy drinks in the Seaglass room at the Beach Club with us! For those staying at the Ritz Cartlon, the resort has a shuttle that runs between the hotel and the beach club. For those staying elsewhere, Uber is the easiest way to get there! If driving or taking Uber, tell security at the gate you are with the Beard Wedding. Please try to uber or trolley as there is very limited parking at the beach club! Note: Please plan to eat dinner prior to the Welcome Party! We recommend checking out Hyde Park, Selva Grill, Mediterraneo, or Kona (all close to the Ritz), or Jack Dusty or Rufa at the Ritz! Across the bridge at St. Armand's we recommend Colombia (try a mojito!), Crab and Fin, or Cafe Europa!
Saturday, September 20, 2025
Ceremony
4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
222 S Palm Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236
Formal Attire - we encourage guests to wear florals and bright colors! Suits for men and midi or long dresses for women are perfect!
Transportation will be provided from the Ritz Carlton to the church - please let us know if you plan on taking our transportation in your RSVP! There is parking at the church if you choose to drive. Doors open at 3:30. Transportation pick up at the Ritz at 3:30pm. Trolleys will leave at 3:35pm from the Ritz. Please plan to be seated by 3:45pm. For those who won’t be able to join us, please use this link if you wish to stream our ceremony! https://www.youtube.com/watch/QGEifekonxE
Cocktail Hour
5:00 pm - 6:15 pm
1111 Ritz Carlton Dr, Sarasota, FL 34236
Formal Attire
Join us for cocktails and passed hors d'oeuvres on the terrace overlooking the water! Transportation from the church to the Ritz Carlton will be provided following the ceremony - please let us know if you plan on taking our transportation when you RSVP. If you are planning to drive for the evening, please note that parking is $30 for valet or $55 for overnight parking at the Ritz.
Reception
6:15 pm - 10:30 pm
1111 Ritz Carlton Dr, Sarasota, FL 34236
After Party
Sat, Sep 20, 2025, 11:00 pm - Sun, Sep 21, 2025, 2:00 am
Sarasota, FL
For those who want to keep the party going following the reception, transportation will be provided to the after party to leave at 10:45pm. The bar is across the street from the Ritz. The after-party will take place from 11pm-2am. Evening snacks will be provided.