Frequently Asked Questions
Planning for the
Wedding Weekend Questions
What date should I RSVP by?
Please RSVP as soon as you can, but last RSVPs will be accepted until September 15. Please reach out with any questions regarding this.
When should I plan to be in town?
Most of our guests are not local to Newburyport. The wedding ceremony is the first event and will take place at 4PM on Friday, November 1st. We recommend you arrive before that, preferably the night before. But if you do fly in day of into Boston Logan, we suggest your flight arrives at least by 12PM that day to be able to make the ceremony on time.
Will transportation be provided to and from the hotel, ceremony and reception? Should I rent a car for the weekend?
No transportation will be provided. But if you are staying local to downtown Newburyport or driving in, everything is accessible via walking. If you are staying the weekend, a car is not required but may be helpful depending on what you plan to do. Nothing we will be doing will require car rentals; activities planned will be close enough to Uber or walk to.
What is the dress code for your wedding?
Semi-formal. For additional details and outfit inspiration, see our What To Wear section.
Will your wedding be indoors or outdoors?
Our ceremony will be outdoors and our reception will be indoors.
What is the weather like in the area?
The average temperature in Newburyport, MA on November 1 the last few years is 54°F, with a high of 63°F and a low of 41°F.
Am I allowed to bring my children / a plus one?
Our wedding has a small guest list of close friends and family, so anyone not included on the invite list (the names on the envelopes) is not invited. If you have any questions, please reach out to us for clarity.
Day-of Wedding + Weekend Questions
What time should I arrive at your wedding ceremony?
4PM.
Will there be meal options for guests with dietary restrictions or allergies?
Yes, we will accommodate all and any dietary restrictions and allergies of our guests. Please let us know if there's any dietary restrictions or allergies we should be aware of if you haven't done so already.
What time will your wedding reception end? Is there an after-party?
We will begin doing last call for drinks and start to clear at around 9PM.
Will there be other events to attend on the wedding weekend?
Yes, please see here for more details about the weekend.
Do I have to pay for the other activities we do throughout the weekend?
Yes, but they are not mandatory. We will try our best to pay for things such as transportation (as needed), but we cannot cover everyone's meals and other accommodations (outside of the wedding, of course).
Do we have to make reservations for any of the other activities or meals that we want to join you?
No, but please tell us if you plan on joining in your RSVP. This will help us plan and we will make reservations if needed.