Frequently Asked Questions

What should I wear?

We ask that you dress in Garden Cocktail Attire Dress comfortably for an outdoor celebration, and expect warm weather and a garden setting. Breathable fabrics, white or light colors, and prints are encouraged!

Menswear:

Breathable, linen or cotton suits, dress shirts, or sport coats. Don’t shy away from colors, patterns, or textured fabrics! Ties optional.

Womenswear:

Knee-length to long dresses, or elevated jumpsuits. Florals, soft textures, and colorful styles are encouraged, along with dressy sandals, heels, or elevated flats.

What time should I arrive for the ceremony?

The gardens will open to guests starting at 5:00pm, and the ceremony will begin promptly at 5:30pm.

If parking in Balboa Park, we recommend arriving 15 minutes early to ensure you’ll have time get from the lot to the venue.

How should I get to the venue?

Parking will be available at the Organ Pavillion Parking lot for guests choosing to drive themselves. A shuttle will be taking guests from the hotel to the venue, or a rideshare may drop guests off directly to the venue entrance. Please refer to the Travel section of our website for more details on transportation.

Where should I stay?

We have reserved a hotel block for you at the Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina. Please refer to the Travel section of our website for more details on accommodations.

Can I bring someone who isn’t on my invitation?

Please reach out to us to see if we’ll have room to accommodate an extra guest.