Frequently Asked Questions

please reach out with any questions not answered below

  • Black Tie Optional: We invite our guests to celebrate with us in formal attire, with the option of tuxedos or dark suits for men and floor-length gowns or cocktail dresses for women.

  • Although we love your little ones, we respectfully request no children at our ceremony or reception. We hope you understand and can still join us on our big day.

  • Ceremony: parking is available in the rear of the church at 1067 N 8th St, Milwaukee, WI 53233

    Reception: both hotels are within walking distance of the Milwaukee Art Museum, however if you choose to drive to the reception, there are two parking locations available — (1) Beneath the Art Museum at 700 N Art Museum Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53202, or (2) Across from the Art Museum at the Museum Center Park off of N Lincoln Memorial Drive

  • Whether or not you are able to join us on our big day, please complete the RSVP card for all persons named on your invitation’s outer envelope and drop it off in the mail before July 21st.

  • 2:30 pm: Ceremony — join us as we officially tie the knot

    3:15 pm: Enjoy Milwaukee! — see suggestions on what to do below, or endeavor on a scavenger hunt to our favorite spots around the city

    6:00 pm: Cocktail Hour — sip on specialty drinks and snack on a sampling of hors d’oeuvres

    7:00 pm: Reception — dinner, dessert & dancing

    9:30 pm: Special Performance — stick around to hear a live blues band debut

  • Not sure what to do between the ceremony and reception? Pick up a Scavenger Hunt card at the ceremony and see how many Jody & Mike-specific locations you can find around town before the reception.

What to do & see: Milwaukee

What to do & see: Milwaukee

  • Go on a Brewery Tour

    Be sure to sign-up ahead of time!

    Lakefront Brewery (pictured)

    Historic Pabst Brewery

    Milwaukee Food & City Tours for a variety of brewery tours and beyond

  • Visit the Milwaukee Art Museum

    Stop by to see the galleries while they are open (and get a sneak peek as to where you’ll dance the night away!)

  • Milwaukee Public Market

    Recommended Market Stalls:

    C Adams Bakery

    West Allis Cheese & Sausage Shoppe

    St. Paul Fish Company Tiki Bar

  • Historic Third Ward Stroll & Shopping

    You can’t go wrong with anything in the Historic Third Ward — let us know what you check out! A few of our favorites include:

    Onesto’s vodka pasta

    ModGen and Broadway Paper for shopping

    The Outsider for rooftop drinks

  • Visit a Beer Garden

    Recommended Beer Gardens:

    War Memorial Beer Garden (pictured)

    Juneau Park Beer Garden

    Third Ward Beer Garden at Catalano Square

  • Hit the Links

    Whistling Straits: located about an hour north in Kohler, WI, this course hosted the Ryder Cup in 2021

    The Bog: located 30 minutes north in Saukville, WI, this course is known for being an Arnold Palmer Signature Design course

    Brown Deer Park Golf Course: just outside of the city, this is where Tiger Woods made his Pro Debut at the Greater Milwaukee Open

  • Make a pit stop at the Harley-Davidson Museum

    The world’s only Harley-Davidson Museum, this suggestion from Jody’s dad is an 11/10 place to visit

  • Sweet Treats

    You cannot visit the Dairy State without grabbing a cone, shake, or sundae—swing by one of our favorites before you head home!

    Kopp’s Frozen Custard

    Purple Door Ice Cream

  • Tailgate the Packers' Home Opener

    Take a trip up to Green Bay to kick-off the football season with the Packers at infamous Lambeau Field. Game time is 3:25 pm CST on Sunday, September 7th!