Are children welcome at the wedding events?
As much as we love your little ones, this will be an adults-only celebration. We hope this advance notice means you’re able to let your hair down and celebrate with us on the day!
Am I allowed to bring a guest to the weekend events?
Please adhere to the guest(s) included on your invitation, due to venue capacities.
Am I invited to the Rehearsal Dinner?
Rehearsal dinner is by invitation only.
When do you need my RSVP?
Formal invitations will be mailed in June 2024. Please be sure your reply card is returned by July 27, 2024, to help us comply with our venue guest count confirmation requirements.
Should I rent a car or utilize ride share apps, such as Uber?
Ride share is available in the area, but there is typically a ~15-minute wait time after ordering via an app such as Uber.
We recommend renting a car and driving if you plan to fly into SFO or SJC through either airport rental center or a car sharing company such as Turo.
Will transportation be provided to the Wedding Weekend Events?
Rehearsal Dinner
Transportation will not be provided.
Welcome Party
Complimentary valet parking is available at The Inn at Spanish Bay.
Roundtrip transportation will be provided for Hyatt Regency Monterey Guests, departing at 6:30pm.
The Lodge at Pebble Beach Guests are suggested to utilize the complimentary resort shuttles, departing on the hour and half hour from 6:00am-11:00pm.
Wedding
Roundtrip transportation will be provided for the Saturday Wedding Ceremony and Reception for guests staying at the Hyatt Regency Monterey, The Inn at Spanish Bay and The Lodge at Pebble Beach, departing at 2:00pm.
Roundtrip transportation will also be provided in Carmel-by-the-Sea, with the pick-up/drop-off point at Junipero Street and 7th Avenue, at Carmel Plaza. Paid parking is available in the Carmel Plaza Parking Garage.
Complimentary self-parking is available at the Carmel Mission Basilica in the lots accessible from Rio Road. Cars may not remain during the reception.
Complimentary valet parking will be provided at The Lodge at Pebble Beach for the cocktail reception. Shuttles will be available to take guests utilizing valet parking to and from the Beach and Tennis Club for dinner and dancing, which will be immediately following the cocktail reception.
Will dinner be served at the Friday Welcome Party?
Yes, dinner and drinks will be available.
What is the attire for the Wedding Weekend Events?
Rehearsal Dinner ~ Cocktail
Welcome Party ~ Jacket, no tie
Wedding ~ Black Tie
What time do I need to arrive for the ceremony?
If you plan to drive or utilize ride-share apps, we recommend arriving to the Basilica at 2:30pm, allowing enough time to park and be seated by 2:45pm. Kindly note the Wedding Mass will start promptly at 3:00pm.
What is the weather like in the area?
Average September temperatures range from 71 High to 53 Low (°F).
Do I need my ID to get an alcoholic beverage at the events?
Yes, California bartenders have to abide by strict laws that require guests to provide proof that they are over age 21 to order an alcoholic beverage.
How do I schedule golf tee times?
Please visit the local activities section for golf course links. Book as soon as possible as Tee Times are very limited.