Wedding Day

Saint Mary Catholic Church

Ceremony

Strongwater Private Events

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Our Wedding

Ryan and Claire met through the wonderful world of online dating. They had their first date at Stauf's Coffee Roasters on July 23, 2023. (Little did they know, in a couple of short years, they would be getting married in the church across the street.)After Ryan passed the tests of character doled out by Claire's dog, Arlo, they spent the next year and a half enjoying walks in German Village, taking road trip adventures, and cooking new dinner recipes together.Ryan proposed in April 2025, and after lots of planning, they are so excited to celebrate with friends and family in the neighborhood where it all started.

Our Story

Photos

Tyler Ferguson

Ava Beskitt

Wedding Party

Dress Code

For parking information for the ceremony and reception, please see the FAQ's page.For local recommendations, please see the Things to Do page.

Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown, an IHG Hotel

Home2 Suites by Hilton Columbus Downtown

Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square by IHG

The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square

Travel

This is where we had our first date!

Stauf's Coffee Roasters

After our first date at Stauf's next door, we visited the Book Loft. It's one of the most famous bookstores in the country.

The Book Loft of German Village

Schiller Park

One of the best places to visit on a cold day.Please note: there is a fee to enjoy the greenhouse gardens

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens

Near the venue, the Scioto Mile features walking paths with beautiful river views.

Scioto Mile Fountain

Perfect for a quiet break between celebrations.Please note: there is a fee to enjoy the art.

Columbus Museum of Art

Great cocktails and cozy fireplaces.

Antiques on High

Amazing lattes, and near the venue.

The Roosevelt Coffeehouse at Gravity

Things to Do

Registry

RSVP

WHEN SHOULD WE ARRIVE? Please try to arrive at the church by 1:00-1:15. The church will close its doors a few minutes before the ceremony begins at 1:30.For the reception, drinks and snacks will start at 5:00 on-site. Dinner will start at 6:00. WHERE DO WE SIT AT THE CEREMONY? Wherever! No sides, just love. WHERE DO WE PARK? Parking for the ceremony is located in the lots behind St. Mary's Church, and across Sycamore Street behind the school. There is also free 2-hour street parking on the surrounding streets, as indicated on the signs.

Parking for the reception at Strongwater is located in the gravel lot, across Lucas Street. There will be a QR code and attendants to assist with free parking validation.

WHAT SHOULD WE DO BETWEEN CEREMONY AND RECEPTION? Check out our "Things to Do" page for some ideas for how to enjoy some of our favorite nearby spots! CAN WE TAKE PHOTOS? We ask that you please silence and put away phones and cameras for the ceremony, and enjoy the moment "unplugged."We are happy to share photos from our photographer, and we can't wait to see your shots from the reception! CAN WE BRING THE KIDDOS? While we love your little ones, we respectfully request this event to be 18+ with the exception of our nieces and nephews. Please adhere to the guest count on your invitation. We appreciate your understanding.

Ryan & Claire

Ryan & Claire

Photos