FAQs

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Curious about The Woods event center?

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Here is the website for The Woods. There is an event center, separate bar and restaurant, and a few hotels rooms on site! https://www.thewoodsmn.com/brainerd-meetings-weddings/

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Has the Covid-19 virus changed your wedding plans?

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Yes. We know that this time is unknown for a lot of us. We will be getting married with very minimal guests to ensure we are following the CDC guidelines on gathering. We will be rescheduling our reception because we would still love for everyone to celebrate with us! Stay safe, warm and healthy!!!

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Where are you registered?!

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We have a small registry list at both Target and Amazon. We are looking into purchasing a new home and items may be needed, we just don't know what we'll have room for yet! Target and Amazon gift cards are always welcome and will help once we are moved into our new home!

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Is the ceremony inside or outdoors? And where?

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The ceremony will be outdoors! It will be held on the hill behind the event center. If weather doesn't want to cooperate that day, the ceremony will be moved into the event center.

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What time will we will eating?

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We are hoping to start dinner by 6:30.

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A Note for Mama's with small children 💕💕

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Hello Mamas! I plan to have a room set aside for breast feeding. There will be a sign that can be hung on the door telling others the room is occupied for this reason. I want to make it easy for you to have a moment to yourself, then rejoin the families!

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Are kids welcome all night?

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Kids are welcome until 9:30 p.m. After 9:30 p.m., the music might not be appropriate for the younger ones. Ultimately, it's up to the parents.

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Is there a dress code?

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Be comfy, look your best and relax! Since the ceremony is outside and on GRASS, please note that high skinny heels might sink. It's a celebration and we just want you there to celebrate with us!

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What do we do for time between the ceremony and the reception?

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We will doing pictures in that time on the property. As a guest, you can enjoy a Cocktail Hour inside the event center or head back to your hotel and return for dinner!

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Will you be having a cash bar?

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Yes, we will be having a cash bar. Limited drinks will be available inside the event center. There is also a full bar across the parking lot for whatever else you might want/need.

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What about parking?

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Parking is free at the event center! There are two entrances for The Woods. One is the bar/restaurant and one entrance is for the event center. It's obvious once you see it. Choose the event center! The lot is big and you can choose to park anywhere. The event center and the ceremony spot are short walking distances!

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Is there an end time to the reception?

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The reception is technically done at 11:30. The bar across the parking lot is open until bar close, so we can move that direction if we need to!