FAQs
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Is there a dress code?
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Yes! We are requesting a semi formal dress code for our wedding. We're asking that you don't wear jeans with holes or shades of white.
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When is the RSVP deadline?
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**Formal invitation have not been sent out yet, RSVPs will not open until these have been sent* Please RSVP online by May 4th, 2024 so we are able to plan accordingly. We need to know by this date to accommodate you at our wedding. If you miss the RSVP deadline, we will assume that you are unable to attend.
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What time should I arrive?
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Feel free to arrive up to a half hour prior to our ceremony. The ceremony is planned to start at 2pm.
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Are kids welcome?
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Due to limited numbers, we hope you understand that children are only invited if named. Your invitation will be made out to "The {Your Last Name} Family" if your children have been invited. If your invitation only addresses people by name, only those that are listed are invited.
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Can I bring a guest/date?
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Unfortunately we cannot accommodate additional guests. Your invitation will be made out to "{Your Name} & Guest" if a plus one has been given to you.
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If I have dietary restrictions, what is the best way to communicate that to you?
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When you submit your RSVP, there will be a space provided to let us know of any dietary restrictions you may have.
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Is there transportation to and from the hotels to the ceremony?
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Transportation will not be provided between the ceremony and reception. If you reserve a hotel room at The Graduate, transportation will not be needed once you arrive at the reception.
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Is there parking for the ceremony or reception?
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The ceremony has a parking lot within the church property. The reception's parking is at Washington Ave parking ramp in Minneapolis. On the third floor of the parking ramp, there is skyway access to the hotel, where the reception will be held. There is a $1/hour charge with a maximum of $15/day for parking. Unfortunately, the graduate hotel does not have discounts for parking. For more questions about Minneapolis parking, please call 612-626-7275.
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Is the venue handicap accessible?
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Yes! Both our ceremony and reception venues are handicap accessible. For the church, there is a handicap ramp that will lead you to the building and at the reception, there is an elevator located to the left of the check in desk of the main lobby on the first floor and by the parking ramp on the second floor.
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Will there be an open bar?
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We will have a fully open bar for cocktail hour. Afterwards, tap beer and wine will be free to our guest and liquor options will be available for purchase.
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Can I bring outside food, snacks, drinks, or alcohol with me?
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No outside food, beverages, or alcohol are allowed at the church or in the reception hall. If anything is brought into the reception hall or church, it will be confiscated and leave us susceptible to fines from the venue. Please do not bring anything with you; there will be hors d'Oeuvres, dinner, dessert, and drinks at the reception.
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Can I take photos/videos during the wedding ceremony?
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No. We have hired a professional photography team to capture every moment of the ceremony so no phones will be allowed during this time. We promise to share the photos after the wedding! After the ceremony, you are encouraged to take as many photos/videos as your heart desires - our only request is that you tag us in any photos you post on social media!