We kindly request punctuality for all our wedding day events to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone. Traditional Ceremony: Please arrive and be seated by 10:30 AM, as the doors will close at 10:45 AM, and the ceremony will begin promptly at 11:00 AM. Evening Events: Formal Ceremony to commence at 5:00 PM, followed by our cocktail reception at 6:00 PM and wedding reception at 7:00 PM. Thank you for your cooperation in helping us stay on schedule for this special day!
Please RSVP at https://www.zola.com/wedding/thebowdenbond2025 by entering your first and last name. Deadline to RSVP is February 28th, 2025!
Unfortunately, no, our goal is to keep our very special day as intimate as possible, we are opting to celebrate with only our closest family and friends. Thank you for accommodating our wishes.
Yes. For the morning traditional ceremony, we kindly request our guests to honor the occasion by wearing all white semi-formal attire. Our evening reception calls for upscale formal attire in any color of your choice, allowing you to express your personal style.
In order to allow all guests, including parents, enjoy an evening of celebration and relaxation, we have chosen for our wedding day to be an adult occasion.
Your presence at our wedding is the most precious gift we could ask for. However, if you would like to bless us with a gift, we’ve curated a registry for your convenience. You can find it on our website under the "Registry" tab. Thank you for celebrating this special moment with us!
Yes, the link to the hotel room block is provided here - https://book.passkey.com/event/50840658/owner/2195/landing Classic Kings are $149 a night ++ Classic Queens are $169 a night ++
Yes! Valet parking will be available at the hotel’s garage for a fee — $35 for daytime parking and $75 for overnight parking. If you’d prefer a more affordable option, here are a few nearby garages: Atlantic Parking – 1100 Vermont Ave NW Open 24/7 Atlantic Parking – 1501 K Street NW Friday: 6:00 AM – 3:00 AM Saturday: 5:00 PM – 3:00 AM Sunday: Closed LAZ Parking – 1120 Vermont Ave NW Friday: Closes at 8:00 PM Saturday: Opens at 7:00 AM and closes at 11:00 PM
We welcome you to capture and share special moments during our traditional ceremony in the morning, as well as throughout the cocktail hour and reception in the evening! However, we kindly request that our formal ceremony remain unplugged, allowing everyone to be fully present for this intimate moment. Don’t forget to use our hashtag #TheBowdenBond2025 — we can’t wait to relive the joy through your photos and videos!