FAQs

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What time should I arrive at the ceremony?

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Please arrive by 4:30PM. The ceremony will begin at 5PM.

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Are the events indoors or outdoors?

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The ceremony will take place outside. The reception will take place indoors with the dance floor outside. For the outside locations there is a rolling roof if needed to accomadate for rain. Virginia weather is typically in the 70s during the day and 60s at night in October.

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Is there a dress code?

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The dress code will be semi-formal for the ceremony and reception.

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Can I take my own pictures of the ceremony?

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We would love for you to be fully present during our ceremony and to respectfully turn phones and cameras off.

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Is there parking for the ceremony or reception?

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There is no parking at Common House RVA. However, there are public parking lots nearby that provides a ticket at a machine in the lot. The machine takes card or cash. Please see the Travel tab for public parking lot information. We recommend Uber or Lyft to and from the venue.

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I have a food allergy, can I make a special request?

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Yes, we can accommodate any dietary restrictions. You will be able to inform us of any restrictions when you RSVP.

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When should I RSVP by?

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Please RSVP by 9/14/2023

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Can I bring a guest with me if there is no guest listed on my invitation?

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While we would love for more people to come celebrate with us, we do not have the capacity to accommodate for more guests than planned for. If your invitation includes one guest, it will be stated. If it does not, please do not have one accompany you.

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Are kids welcome?

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Only children of family are invited.

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Do you have any hotel recommendations?

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We have two hotel blocks- one at the Omni and one at the Holiday Inn Express. There are many other hotels 5-20 minutes from the venue as well as Air BnB's.