FAQs

Question

Will the Ceremony, cocktail hour and reception take place at the same location?

Answer

Yes! All of our wedding festivities will take place at the Culinary Institute of America (CIA). Weather permitting, the ceremony and cocktail hour will be outside and the reception will take place indoors.

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WHAT TIME DOES THE CEREMONY START?

Answer

The ceremony will start at 4:30 p.m. Guests can arrive and claim their seats starting at 4 p.m.

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Where on CIA's campus is the Ceremony and Cocktail Hour?

Answer

The ceremony and cocktail hour will be at Anton Plaza. This is the courtyard right in from of the school.

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WILL THERE BE AN OPEN BAR?

Answer

Yes! Please come ready to have a great time! We will also have two signature cocktails reflecting Garrett and Lauren's favorite drinks.

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Where can I park?

Answer

There is a complimentary parking garage reserved for all wedding guests right below Anton Plaza. Please follow the signs upon entering CIA's campus.

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If I wanted to take the train from NYC or Albany to CIA, which station should I travel to?

Answer

CIA is just under 3 miles from the Poughkeepsie station.