FAQs

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Where will the wedding be?

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The wedding will be at The Magnolia Venue in Pigeon Forge, TN.

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What time is the reception?

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Cocktail hour will immediately proceed the ceremony starting at 5 pm with the reception beginning at 6 pm.

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Where are you registered?

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We are registered at Target, Amazon, and Bed Bath & Beyond.

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Where are you going on your honeymoon?

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We are actually staying in Pigeon Forge/ Gatlinburg area as our honeymoon!

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What is the dress code?

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The dress code is semi-formal/cocktail. Ladies should wear cocktail dresses or long dresses, and gentlemen should wear a shirt and tie, suit, or a sports coat.

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What will the weather be like?

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The average temperatures for Pigeon Forge in July are 84 and 64 degrees with average 12 days of rain during the month (just not on the 16th please!). The afternoon can be warm however the mountains provide relief from the humidity, unlike Ohio summers which are quite muggy. Evenings can be cool and pleasant a light jacket/sweater may be needed.

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Will there be any Vegan/Vegetarian/Gluten Free/Special diet options?

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If you have any dietary needs please notify us on the RSVP card when you RSVP. If you need to explain further please reach out to us and we will do the best we can to accommodate your needs.

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WIll food and drinks be served at the cocktail hour? Reception? What kind of Food?

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Yes. Appetizers and drinks (beer, wine, specialty drinks, water, tea, lemonade) will be served during cocktail hour with a buffet dinner served at the reception

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Do you have hotel blocks reserved? Where do you recommend I stay?

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There are 2 hotels listed in the travel section which have block rooms for our guests under Loudon-Platt. There are numerous other hotel and cabin options listed in the travel section.

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Will transportation be provided to/from the hotels?

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There is no parking at the venue. Guests will ride in a shuttle up to the venue. Please indicate on either your RSVP card or send an email to emilyloudon@gmail.com where you would like to pick up the shuttle. Either 1) Zipline parking lot 2) Ramsey Hotel or 3) Leconte Hotel. Additional details will follow.

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Can I bring a date? Kids?

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Our venue location only holds a limited amount of people. Therefore, our wedding is strictly RSVP only. We will only be able to accommodate those listed on your invitation. While we love your little ones, our wedding is going to be an adults-only event due to the limited capacity.

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Can I take and post pictures of the venue on social media?

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Yes, we encourage guests to post pictures on their social media channels. Our only request is our ceremony is unplugged and request that you take the moment with us and allow our photographer to take the photos. Take all the photos you want afterward of the beautiful mountain views during the cocktail hour and during the reception!!! Our only request is that you tag each photo with our wedding hashtag #LoudonPlatt so we can keep track of all of your pictures!

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May I take a centerpiece/table decorations home as a souvenir?

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There will be an opportunity for centerpieces to be taken however the rest of the table decor is not to be taken.

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I can't make it. What should I do?

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You will be missed! If you can not make it to the wedding, please let us know as soon as possible and RSVP “no,” on your invite and send in your card with "regrets" so we can plan accordingly.

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What happens after the ceremony?

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After the ceremony, the bridal party/family will be taking some pictures at the ceremony location. Guests can head straight to the cocktail hour where we will have food and beverages.

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Will the ceremony/ reception be inside or outdoors?

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The ceremony will be outside on the patio (mother nature dependant) with a cocktail hour in the covered patio and the reception in the main hall. Plan B is to have the ceremony under the covered patio with a cocktail hour on the patio as well. The reception will be in the main hall.

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What time should I arrive?

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The ceremony begins at 4:30 pm. Guests should plan to arrive starting at 4 pm. More info is to be communicated with the shuttle schedule.

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How do I get up to Magnolia? What is the shuttle schedule?

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Below is the shuttle schedule for Sunday July 16. Each stop will be between 10-14 guests then depart to Magnolia. The shuttle will be available throughout the evening if wanting to depart earlier. The shuttle will only take full loads down the mountain starting at 10 pm. 2:45 pm -The Ramsey 3:15 pm - The Ramsey 3:35 pm - Smoky Mtn Zipline 509 Mill Creek Rd 3:50 pm - Smoky Mtn Zipline 4:05 pm -Smoky Mtn Zipline 4:20 pm - Smoky Mtn Zipline – Last guest run prior to the ceremony ***WE ASK THAT WHATEVER LOCATION YOU RSVP-d TO THAT YOU PICK UP THE SHUTTLE AT THAT LOCATION PICK-UP. THE SHUTTLE SCHEDULE IS BASED ON THE NUMBER OF PEOPLE WHO RSVP'd FOR THE LOCATION