OUR STORY
"Marriage is a contract, but it is much more than that... It is also like oatmeal, in that it sustains you."
- Captain Raymond Holt of Brooklyn 99 (who we think would have a great time at our celebration, just like you!)
3:00 PM
6:00 PM
8:30 PM
20:00
PARKING & GETTING THERE
Parking is free at the Arboretum. Main lot is 5 min walk to ceremony. Overflow lot is 10 min walk. From Portland city center: 20 min drive No traffic: 15 min drive Friday afternoon: Plan for 30 min We have shuttle service from parking to ceremony (every 5 min). No walking if you don't want to.
WHAT TO BRING
Garden attire (we're outdoors) Comfortable shoes (you'll be standing, then dancing) Sunscreen (it's June in Portland, could be sunny) A light jacket (evenings can cool down) Ceremony: Bring nothing. Phones okay after vows. Bonfire: Bring your appetite (s'mores!) We'll have umbrellas if it rains. (It might. It's Portland.)
ACCOMMODATION
Portland has amazing hotels. We recommend staying the night—the drive back is long. Close by (Luxury) The Woodlark Inn — 10 min away Central Portland (Mid-range) The Nines — 20 min away Budget-friendly Hostels & Airbnbs are scattered around—check Google Need a crash pad? DM Sophie. Some friends offered their guest rooms.
What's the dress code?
Can I bring a plus-one?
Will there be photos?
What if I can't attend?
Is there dancing? (aka will it be fun?)