Can I bring a date?

Please refer to your invitation that lists the number of allocated guests to your party. We would love to make the party as big as possible, but we hope you understand our budget and space constraints in planning the event.

Should I rent a car?

We recommend renting a car if you plan to stick around Memphis for a bit and do some sightseeing. If you stay near the venue, you can easily use Uber or Lyft. Keep in mind, however, that Memphis does not have the best public transportation.

What is there to do in Memphis?

Please look under the “travel” tab for a full list of recommendations.

Are children welcome?

Yes, children are welcome. Invitations that read “The Smith Family” imply that your entire immediate family, including children, are invited. We kindly ask that if your child is having a hard time during the ceremony that you step out with them. We will have fun activities like sticker books at the ceremony and reception.

Who else will be in attendance?

Our wedding is the celebration of two large families becoming one. As a result, there will likely be other guests in attendance who have different political beliefs and values from you. Additionally, we will have many loved ones in attendance who are a part of the LGBTQIA+ community. We ask that you remain respectful while getting to know others, including using others’ chosen pronouns if stated. For more information about gender identity and pronouns, look at this guide here: https://lgbtlifecenter.org/pronouns/

Do you have a registry? Should I bring a gift?

Instead of a traditional registry, we have chosen to instead use a honeymoon fund, which can be found under the “registry” tab. You shouldn’t feel a need to bring any other gifts, unless you’d like to bring a note or card. There will also be a guest signing book at the wedding.

Do you have any COVID-19 policies?

Multiple members of the Wedding Party, including the bride’s mother, are immunocompromised. We kindly ask that if you have symptoms the week of the wedding that you take two COVID-19 tests. If they are positive, we ask that you do not attend and celebrate with us another time. If they are negative, we ask that you still wear a mask during the event. Different styles and colors of masks will be provided at the wedding.

Isn’t Memphis dangerous?

Memphis gets a bad reputation in the media, but is just like any other major city. Using common sense procedures such as keeping valuable items out of sight in your car, walking with a buddy at night, and locking your doors has kept local Memphians safe for years. However, if you are driving, we recommend being extra careful, as the city is notorious for bad drivers.

What if I have questions the week or day of the wedding?

For non-urgent questions, please email emilyandhenry2026@gmail.com for all wedding-related issues.

Any other questions? Please email our wedding email emilyandhenry2026@gmail.com for non-urgent matters.