FAQs
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Dress Code
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The attire for both the ceremony and reception is semi-formal. Men: Suit and tie or blazer with dress pants. Women: Dresses ranging from knee-length to floor-length. Military personnel not in the wedding party are welcome to wear Service Dress Blue “Bravos” with combination cover, or the appropriate service equivalent.
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Ceremony Parking
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A small parking lot at St. John’s will be reserved for the priest, organist, altar servers, wedding party, and immediate family. Guests may find on-street parking nearby on Poplar Street, Washington Street, and Willow Street. Additionally, garage parking is available just a short walk away at: 1 W Marlborough St, Newport, RI 02840
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Naval Base Parking
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Parking for the wedding reception is available at: 95 Perry Rd, Newport, RI 02841 Guests may use either of the two parking lots adjacent to the Officer’s Club. If you are unable to drive yourself to your hotel at the end of the reception, you may leave your vehicle overnight in either parking lot. Please note that to return to the base and retrieve your vehicle, you will need a valid REAL ID or passport and must be escorted by someone with a Common Access Card (CAC).
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Naval Base Rules
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The wedding reception will take place on an active military base. All guests aged 18 and older must present a valid form of government-issued identification to gain access. A valid REAL ID or passport is strongly preferred. For everyone’s safety and in accordance with base regulations, the following items are strictly prohibited: firearms, weapons, illegal drugs, and alcohol. Attempting to bring any of these items onto the base will result in denial of entry and possible removal by military police. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.