FAQs

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Are Children Welcome?

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We love all your kids! Truly! There will be some children in the ceremony as Jude and Stephanie have several lovely nieces, however, we prefer if you can leave your children at home so you can fully enjoy the wedding with us.

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Where Should I Park?

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Guests can park in the Yodeler Lodge parking lot. There is NO fee. You can leave your car overnight in the parking lot to take shuttle or Uber/Lyft home.

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I Have Some Food Restrictions or Allergies, What Should I Do?

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No problem! Just let Stephanie and Jude know and we will accommodate.

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What Should I Wear?

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We would love to see everyone looking their best and feeling their best! The wedding will be semi-formal. If you feel like wearing a tux or ballgown, go for it! If you'd rather wear a sport coat or sundress, that's great too! Although it is 'snowy Buffalo', weather this time of year is typically mild and between 80-60 degrees Fahrenheit.

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Where Are You Registered?

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We are registered right here on Zola under the 'Registry' tab of this website!

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Help! My GPS Took Me to the Wrong Lodge!

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Your GPS may have taken you to the main lodge if you entered Holiday Valley. Please use the address 6758 Holiday Valley Road, Ellicottville, NY 14731. This will take you to the correct lodge. You can always refer to the travel tab of the website to see the site map of holiday valley.

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What Time Should I Arrive?

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The ceremony will begin promptly at 5 p.m. Please arrive before then to grab a glass of champagne and take your seats while you admire the beautiful scenery!

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Is The Ceremony In a Different Place Than The Reception?

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Nope! The ceremony and reception take place at the same site! The ceremony and cocktail hour will take place on the Champagne Sundeck at the Yodeler Lodge, and we will move into the Yodeler Lodge for dinner and dancing.

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Do You Have A Hotel Block For Guests?

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Yes, there are rooms blocked at 3 hotels in Ellicottville, see travel tab on wedding website for details.

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Are The Ceremony and Reception Locations Wheelchair Accessible?

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Yes, the venue is wheelchair accessible. Please tell greeter when you arrive so they can direct you to the elevator located inside the lodge.

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Who are the Sidehill Moonies?

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Although the area is mostly safe, there have been rumors of a humanoid cryptid who runs alongside the hills of the Enchanted Mountains. One of their legs is shorter than the other to make it easier for them to run across the hills and moon you at the same time. Please bring protective eyewear.