Schedule
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Weekend Kickoff: Twins vs. Yankees
12:15 pm
1 Twins Way, Minneapolis, MN 55403
Many guests have expressed an interest in heading to the Midwest a few days early to make a longer vacation of the trip! If you'd like to join in on the festivities, we're going to kick off scheduled events by attending the Yankees@Twins game Wednesday afternoon. Whether you are a MN local or just excited to jump into the midwest fun, we would love to share a hot dog and a beer with you! Please let Lauren or Matt know if you'd like to join, so we can get a head count for tickets.
Thursday, September 17, 2026
Island Arrival
4:00 pm
Lauren, Matt, our immediate families, and the wedding party will head out to the island on Thursday. While we do not have the full island reserved for Thursday night, guests are welcome to extend their accommodation reservation to include Thursday. Simply let Stout’s Island know at the time of booking that you would like to add Thursday to your stay. Those with a role in the wedding will be doing a some quick rehearsal activities during the evening, but all are welcome to the island for anybody hoping to make it a fuller wedding weekend. The island restaurant and bar will be open, campfires will be burning, and s'mores will be roasted!
Friday, September 18, 2026
Friday Lake Life
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday will be full of activities and time to enjoy the island. Morning Tee times at Tagalong Golf Course, just a ferry ride away Morning workouts and yoga led by our friends and family Continental breakfast included for island guests Hot breakfast available for purchase Afternoon Lake activities including boating, canoes, and water bikes Tennis courts Grass volleyball Yard games, pool tables, and ping pong The island bar will be open throughout the day with drinks available for purchase. All are welcome for the Friday fun, regardless of your lodging plans!
The Red Cedar Open
2:00 pm
With the amount of volleyball talent across our friends and family, we would be missing out if we did not host a little tournament. As we get nearer to wedding weekend, we will open sign-ups for The Red Cedar Open - a friendly but competitive volleyball tournament. Players and spectators are welcome!
Welcome Dinner
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Whether you’re staying on or off the island, we hope you’ll join us Friday evening for a catered Welcome Dinner. Attire for the welcome dinner is casual. The bride and groom will be dressed up, but please wear whatever you’re most comfortable in!
Poker and Game Night!
8:00 pm
After dinner, we’ll keep the night going with poker tables, board games, and celebrating the fact that all of our favorite people are in one place. No matter what time you are able to make it out to Birchwood, please join us whenever you arrive. We are so excited to see you!
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Saturday Lake Life
8:00 am
Saturday is the big day!! Even if you’re staying off the island, you’re welcome to enjoy the recreation equipment and activities throughout the day. The ferry runs hourly, so you’re free to come and go. Spend the day on the lake, head back to get ready, and return for the celebration.
Ceremony + Reception
4:00 pm
We request that guests attend the ceremony in cocktail attire. The bridal party will be in a floral theme; if you’re comfortable, we’d love for you to join us in wearing florals as well!
Our ceremony will be held outdoors on the lawn. Please plan footwear accordingly. We recommend flats or wedges and suggest leaving stilettos at home. Ceremony will begin at 4pm, please arrive early if you are coming from off-island. An outdoor cocktail hour will take place at 4:30, followed by a tented reception on the lawn beginning at 6pm.
Sunday, September 20, 2026
One More Day on the Lake
8:00 am
Guests are welcome to depart Sunday morning or enjoy a more relaxed day on the island. Check-out for on-island accommodations is at 11:00 AM. Luggage may be stored with reception should you wish to continue enjoying the property. As most guests will be departing Sunday morning, you will schedule your ferry departure in advance by visiting the office or calling the front desk. In the hour prior to your scheduled departure, staff will collect luggage directly from guest rooms and transport it to the boats for delivery back to shore. A continental breakfast will be served from 8:00–10:00 AM. Lauren and Matt will be staying through Sunday night to enjoy a bit more time on the lake. Guests are warmly welcome to extend their stay as well.