The ceremony starts at 2:00 pm and doors will open at 1:00pm. Guests not seated by 1:55pm will kindly be asked to join us for the reception.
How should we dress for the wedding?
A formal outfit will be required, such as dress shirts and dress pants, suits, or dresses. White or black dresses are not allowed.
Where do we park for the Wedding Ceremony?
Our ceremony will be taken place at a Catholic Church. In front of the church, there will be a free parking lot which will be reserved entirely for the ceremony. The Old Cathedral parking lot will have an attendant to assist guests and the wedding party.
Can we take photos during the Wedding Ceremony?
Yes, but flash photography and moving out of seats is not allowed. Please make sure sound is turned off as well. Also, we will have photographers and videographers who will capture several photos as well.
Can we bring water bottles or food into the Wedding Ceremony?
According to the guideline from the Church, bottled water, gum, food or drink of any type is NOT permitted in the Old Cathedral or on its grounds.
Where do we park for Wedding Reception?
The drive from the wedding ceremony (the church) to the reception (Pappy’s Smokehouse) will be about 10 - 15 minutes. There will be a small parking lot behind the venue, and additional parking will be available on the street.
Where is the room for the reception inside the restaurant?
The entrance to the venue room is on the south side of the restaurant. There will be a ramp to a door that leads into the building, and the reception room will be straight ahead, if you have difficulty finding the room do not hesitate to ask a staff member who will direct you to the room.
Will there be any finger food or snacks prior the Reception starts?
Yes! Doors will open at 4:00pm. We will have summer sausage, cheese, cream puffs, chips and dip (sour cream dip and buffalo chicken dip).
Is the menu for Wedding Reception open or closed?
Our Wedding Reception will be served as BBQ buffet style. For the appetizer, we will have toasted ravioli. For the main course, we will have burnt ends and BBQ pork ribs served with baked beans and green beans.