Ellen & Matthew

June 20, 2025 • Ben Lomond, CA
77 Days To Go!

Ellen & Matthew

June 20, 2025 • Ben Lomond, CA
77 Days To Go!

Q + A

What date should I RSVP by?

Please RSVP by May 20, 2025.

What's the wedding day itinerary?

The ceremony will begin at 5:00 PM sharp, followed by cocktail hour and the reception, which is anticipated to wrap around 10:00 PM.

Will the wedding be indoors or outdoors?

Our late-afternoon ceremony and dinner will be outdoors, while cocktail hour and dancing will take place indoors. Guests will walk to the ceremony on brick-paved pathways, but will need to walk on a grassy lawn for both the ceremony and dinner service. For that reason, stiletto or otherwise-thin heels are not recommended.

What is the dress code?

Dressy Casual: Aim for the intersection of looking sharp but feeling comfortable. Dress for a warm evening in the sun. The wedding party will set the tone for attire with bridesmaids in mid-length dresses and groomsmen in suits (jackets-on only for ceremony). Nice jeans are acceptable, but please no shorts, sneakers, or flip flops. Note that the ceremony and dinner will be held on a grassy lawn - no stilettos, ladies! The dance floor will be indoors.

Is there parking available near your wedding venue?

There is parking available at the venue but it is limited. Please carpool or rideshare if possible.

Will there be a shuttle to and/or from the hotel(s) for the wedding?

We will be providing shuttle transportation to and from the venue for guests staying at the Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley ONLY. Guests will be contacted with day-of information.

Where should I bring/send wedding gifts?

Your presence at our wedding is the greatest gift we could ask for! If you would like to honor us with a gift, you can have it delivered to our home address in Boulder Creek, CA as listed on the gift registry. A wedding card box will be at our reception.