To welcome guests traveling to Hastings for the weekend, we’re hosting Welcome Drinks at BKYD (the riverside patio and bar at The Confluence Hotel) on Friday, September 25 from 8:00–10:00pm. All wedding guests are welcome, and we would love to see you there. There is no dress code - come as you are! Drinks will be hosted at this event, as well as the wedding. Our wedding guests will have a designated bar area for the Welcome Drinks event, but BKYD is a public outdoor space where The Confluence will be hosting live music that evening - that said, kids are welcome to accompany you to this event. As a reminder, the wedding on Saturday will be adults-only. Thanks!
We have chosen to host our wedding as an adults-only occasion, with the exception of our nieces and nephews. Therefore, we politely ask that no children attend - thank you for understanding!
We kindly request formal attire. Women, opt for a midi or floor-length dress or pantsuit. Men, please wear a suit or tux of your choice. Jackets required.
Weather permitting, the ceremony and cocktail hour will take place outdoors overlooking the Mississippi River. Dinner & Dancing will be held indoors in the ballroom of The Confluence Hotel.
Kindly reply on our wedding website before Saturday, August 15, 2026.
Yes! Overnight hotel guests have free parking on the west side of the building. Wedding guests who are not staying at the hotel may park for free in the two-story ramp across the street from The Confluence. Cars may be left overnight, if needed.
All wedding weekend events, as well as our main hotel block, will be located at The Confluence Hotel. Therefore, please note that no transportation will be provided to other locations. If you need transportation to another hotel or AirBnB, Uber and Lyft are typically available in Hastings, but may be limited. 5 Ride (612-814-1092) and River City Rides (612-300-4442) are additional local taxi services. Call or text to schedule or request rides.
For anyone who isn’t ready for the night to end, we plan to walk down Main Street to 2nd Street Depot to keep the celebration going with their DJ and karaoke - running until 2 am! This isn’t an official wedding event, but we wanted to share so you can plan your transportation accordingly.