Schedule
Saturday, July 11, 2026
Open swim!
10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Come enjoy a post-lunch swim/wade in the beautiful Stanislaus River! If you don't feel like getting wet, you're also welcome to just come spend time by the river relaxing, reading, or crafting!
Welcome Hike
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Arnold, CA
Bring good shoes for hiking/walking, water, and sunscreen.
Meet at the Calaveras Big Trees Visitor Center (in the parking lot by the signs for "north grove trail). Come prepared for a relaxing 1.6 mile guided hike to see some of the oldest sequoias in the park! We will finish the hike at the Calaveras snow cone shack near the parking lot!
Rehearsal Dinner
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
794 Hwy 4, Arnold, CA 95223
California cocktail attire- something fun but still a little fancy!
Join us for dinner in Arnold at Sarafina's Italian Restaurant in Arnold. Please arrive promptly at 5pm since our reservation is only until 6:30pm.
Sunday, July 12, 2026
Brunch
8:30 am - 11:30 am
Come enjoy a continental breakfast and help us set up the reception hall!
Ceremony
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Forest Glam: fun, festive, colorful, and just a little over-the-top! Wear something that feels celebratory and authentically you; please feel free to wear traditional cultural formal wear if you have it! We respectfully ask you do NOT wear all white, black, dark gray, or dark/navy blue. If you have any questions, please ask, we're happy to help you pick an outfit!
As the ceremony will take place at the Calaveras Big Trees State Park Campfire Center, seating will be on wooden benches without backs. The venue is slightly sloped, with a dirt floor. If you need accommodations to comfortably sit for the ceremony, please let us know and we'll arrange something!
Cocktail Hour
4:45 pm - 6:00 pm
Join us for some cocktails, mocktails, and light snacks immediately following the ceremony!
Reception
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
1170 Hwy 4, Arnold, CA 95223
Bring your best (gayest) dance moves to celebrate with us! The reception will be held inside Jack Knight Hall, a short walk from the ceremony. Dinner, drinks, and dessert will be served!