Together is our favorite place

Luke
& Laura

One beautiful day.
All our favorite people.

[Month Day, Year]

[Venue name] · [City, State]

Celebrate with us

The two of us. And Bernie, of course.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you

A day to remember. A lifetime to come.

01 / Our story

A very good
beginning.

“Marriage is a wonderful institution... but who wants to live in an institution?!”

We met. We schtuped. Now we have a puppy. Don't ask.

01 How we met

[Tell the story of how you first crossed paths. Where were you? What do you each remember? Add a favorite detail from your first date or the moment you knew there was something special.]

02 The question. The yes.

[Share the proposal: the place, the surprise, the happy tears, and what happened next. If Bernie had a role in the plan, this is a good place to mention it.]

03 Our next chapter

[A few words about what this day means to you and how excited you are to celebrate with the people you love.]

02 / The weekend

Let’s make some memories.

Here’s how the celebration will unfold. All times are local to [City]. Sample times below — update each event before sharing.

[Friday · Month Day]

A warm welcome

5:00 PM – 6:30 PM

Rehearsal dinner

[Restaurant / venue]
[Street address, City, State]

By invitation · [Attire and arrival details]

7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Welcome drinks

[Bar / venue]
[Street address, City, State]

[Who is invited, whether food is provided, and any other details.]

[Saturday · Month Day]

The big day

4:00 PM · PLEASE ARRIVE BY 3:30 PM

The ceremony

[Ceremony venue]
[Street address, City, State]

[Indoor / outdoor ceremony and rain plan]

4:30 PM – 5:30 PM

Cocktail hour

[Cocktail hour location]
[Street address, City, State]

A toast to what comes next.

5:30 PM – 10:00 PM

Dinner & dancing

[Reception venue]
[Street address, City, State]

[Dinner timing, last dance, and transportation details]

[Sunday · Month Day]

One more hug

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Farewell brunch

[Restaurant / venue]
[Street address, City, State]

[Who is invited, whether guests can drop in, and any reservation details.]

[Remove events that aren’t part of your weekend. Add any gathering-specific RSVP instructions here.]

03 / The setting

Meet us at
[Venue name].

[Describe the setting in two or three sentences. What do you love about it, and what should guests know before arriving?]

A place for happy tears,
full hearts, and one more dance.

Open map ↗

[Replace the map link with your venue’s exact location.]

Good to know before you go

[Venue name]

[Street address]
[City, State, ZIP]

The ceremony: [Indoors / outdoors. Include the surface, shade, seating, and indoor weather backup.]
Parking & drop-off: [Parking lot location, cost, valet, accessible spaces, and where rideshares should drop guests off.]
Getting there: [Entrance to use, gate instructions, approximate walk, and shuttle stop if applicable.]
Accessibility: [Confirmed step-free routes, restrooms, seating, and whom to contact for individual access needs.]

04 / Travel & accommodations

Come for the wedding.
Stay for the weekend.

Everything you need to make yourself at home in [City].

Flying in

[Nearest airport name · CODE]
[Distance or typical driving time to the venue, subject to traffic.]

[Alternative airport name · CODE]
[Distance, travel time, and why guests might choose it.]

Getting around

[Describe rental cars, transit, taxis, and rideshare availability. Mention if advance booking is recommended or late-night rides are limited.]

Wedding transportation

[Shuttle provider, pickup locations, departure times, return trips, cost, and whether guests need to reserve a seat. If no shuttle is planned, say so here.]

A place to settle in

[Add your hotel block details or a few nearby stays for different budgets.]

Our room block

[Hotel name]

[Street address, City]
[Distance to venue] · [Nightly rate + taxes / fees]

Book by [Deadline] using code [Group code]. [Minimum stay, eligible dates, and cancellation terms.]

Hotel booking link ↗

Another lovely option

[Second hotel name]

[Street address, City]
[Distance to venue] · [Price range]

Explore this hotel ↗

05 / Around town

A few local favorites.

Make a little adventure of it. [Replace these with your favorite spots near the venue.]

A slow morning

[Favorite coffee shop or breakfast spot, address, what to order, and distance from the hotel.]

A breath of fresh air

[A nearby park, garden, easy walk, or scenic spot. Include access details and distance.]

A little exploring

[A museum, neighborhood, market, or local attraction. Include location and reservation advice.]

06 / The details

Dressed for
a lovely evening.

[Dress code, e.g. Garden cocktail]

[Sample wording — edit to match your actual dress code:] Think celebratory and comfortable, with a little room for dancing.

Midi or maxi dresses, a jumpsuit, or a dressy skirt and top.
A suit, or tailored trousers with a blazer and dress shirt.
[If outdoors: block heels, wedges, or dressy flats work well on grass.]
[Seasonal advice: bring a light layer for the evening.]

[Add any color requests or cultural traditions guests should know about.]

A note on gifts

Your presence is the best part.

[Personalize this note. For example: Sharing this day with you means so much to us. If you would like to give a gift, we’ve gathered a few ideas below.]

Our registry ↗ Honeymoon fund ↗

[Registry links to be added.]

A few more things

You might
be wondering.

For anything we haven’t covered, contact [Contact person] at [Email address] or [Phone number].

Can I bring a plus-one?

[Explain your policy clearly. For example: Please RSVP only for the people named on your invitation. If your invitation includes a guest, add their name and meal choice in your reply.]

Are children invited?

[Specify whether children are welcome, only named children are invited, or the event is adults-only. Mention any age limits and childcare recommendations if available.]

Will the ceremony be unplugged?

[State your preference. For example: We’d love for you to be fully present during the ceremony. Please silence and put away phones and cameras; our photographer will capture the moment. Photos are welcome afterward.]

What will the weather be like?

[Add typical seasonal temperatures, likely evening conditions, and what to bring. Confirm the forecast closer to the day. Explain the venue’s rain or severe-weather plan.]

Is the venue accessible?

[Include confirmed information about parking, step-free routes, accessible restrooms, seating, and terrain. Provide a contact and deadline for arranging accommodations.]

How do I share dietary requirements?

Include allergies, dietary restrictions, and the affected guest’s name in the RSVP form. [Explain available meal options and any limitations confirmed with your caterer.]

When should I RSVP?

Please reply by [RSVP deadline]. Select a meal for each attending guest. [Add instructions for changing a response and for RSVP to other weekend events.]

Who can I contact on the day?

[Contact person / coordinator], [phone number]. [Include when this person will be available and any guidance for urgent travel issues.]

07 / Little moments

A glimpse of us.

[A few favorites from our engagement photos. Click a photo to take a closer look.]

[Our favorite kind of day]

[Always better together]

[The beginning of everything]

08 / Kindly reply

Save you
a seat?

We hope you’ll be there.
Please RSVP by [Month Day, Year].

Please respond only for the guests listed on your invitation. [Replace this sentence with your final plus-one and children policy.]

This form prepares an email with your answers. Your RSVP is complete only after you send that email. [Add a phone number for guests who prefer another way to reply.]

Luke & Laura

A very goodbeginning.