8-16-24
We are getting married! After being together for a while now, we've decided to tie the knot. We are truly thankful for the love and support from our families and friends through the years.
If you can make it, we'd love to see you and celebrate together at Frederick Meijer Gardens for the ceremony at 6:00 PM.
We will be leaving the following day for the flight to our honeymoon, so come see us off with BBQ from Big Eds, and drinks at East Grand Rapids Community Center at 7:00 PM
Basic wedding day info
Ceremony begins at 6:00 PM
Access to the park for guests is free during the daytime prior to the wedding
Keep an eye on the weather as the ceremony will be outside at the waterfall section of the park
BBQ options from Big Ed's will be provided, as well as drinks and other treats
The location is the East Grand Rapids Community Center, there will be signage to lead to our area, however the pier/outdoor area is available to stroll if you would like some fresh air.
Gifts/Letters/Cards will be accepted at the ceremony should you choose to bring us something
Please sign the guestbook at the reception when you arrive, we look forward to seeing you!
Registry available here if you are looking for inspiration
Common questions and answers
We have already sent the final numbers! Thanks to all who can make it :)
Dinner will be served at the reception, around 7-8PM
Baby Back Ribs - Pulled Pork - Baked Beans - Mac & Cheese - Green Beans - Cornbread
Yes! We will have a selection of beers and wines available at the reception.
There is no required dress code, however if you wish to dress up we are having a dark theme with green and purple as the main colors. That being said, dress for the weather, as the ceremony will be outside at the watefall
We will be staying at the Drury Inn & Suites in Grand Rapids, though there are several other affordable options in the area
Unless your invite has specified, or we have given permission, please no children
Unless your invite has specified, or we have given permission, please no extra guests
Highly recommend arriving early and exploring the park, as your entrance will be free as a wedding guest. The park is closed after the ceremony, so arrive early if you are interested in seeing the rest of the park. However, 5:15PM would be appropriate to arrive for the ceremony.
We have a professional photographer and will be trying to keep phones out of sight for the ceremony, however feel free to take pictures at the reception, and before and after the ceremony
We have a registry list, however feel free to get/make outside of that list as well. Cash is always appreciated as we will be flying out for our honeymoon the day after the wedding!
We are not able to guarantee an alternate to the main course, however - please let us know if you have dietary restrictions and we will accomodate where possible.