Wedding Day

Our Wedding

Welcome Party

Friday, September 25, 20268 PM-10 PMRiverwalk Terrace at the Tampa Marriott Water StreetAttire: Coastal Casual

Saturday, September 26, 2026Attire: Black Tie Preferred

Ceremony

4:00-4:30 PMAcademy of the Holy Names3319 Bayshore Boulevard Tampa, FL 33629

Cocktail Hour and Reception

5:00-10:00 PMPalma Ceia Golf and Country Club1601 South Macdill Avenue Tampa, FL 33629

After Party

10:30 PM-1:30 AMRed Room at the Arts Club in Tampa Edition500 Channelside Drive Tampa, FL 33602

Weekend Details

Our Story

Photos

Bridesmaids

Sondra Whited

Riley Rubio

Amy Birmingham

Jaden Slavens

Victoria Baldor

Audrey Dunn

Jillian Herrera

Groomsmen

Max Brundrett 

John Aaron Cantrell

Zack Charneco

Nate Benson

Jack Fager

David Magalee

Ryan Porcaro

Ushers

Jack Zimmerman

Blake Neely

Wyatt Stevens

Wedding Party

Q + A

Travel 

If you are traveling from out of town, the best airport to fly into is Tampa International Airport (TPA). It is about a 15-minute drive to downtown Tampa, where the hotel blocks are located, and there are many direct flights from Houston, Washington D.C., and all over the country.

Stay

Transportation will be provided to the ceremony &amp; reception for guests staying at Tampa Marriott Water Street &amp; Embassy Suites Downtown.

A discounted rate starting at $269 per night for a standard run of house suite. Rooms are available at this rate until August 29, 2026. If the block is full, please notify our wedding planner for assistance; lindsay@eventsbylj.com

Tampa Marriott Water Street

A discounted rate starting at $209 per night for a standard run of house suite. Rooms are available at this rate until August 26, 2026. If the block is full, please notify our wedding planner for assistance; lindsay@eventsbylj.com

Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa Downtown Convention Center

Additional hotel options 

JW Marriott Tampa Water Street

Le Méridien Tampa, The Courthouse

Travel + Stay

Food and Drink Recommendations

There are so many amazing food options in Tampa. We have put some of our favorites below. Be sure to grab a reservation - all of these places will probably require it! Meat MarketPredalinaBoulonColumbiaSalt Shack on the BayOxford ExchangeRoccaOn SwannBuddy Brew Hyde Park for coffeeChill Bros Ice Cream - our favorite sweet treat in Tampa. Trust us!!! There are 5 locations so just pick whichever one is closest to you. If you are looking for a spot to grab a drink, here are some of our favorites! Jekyll Speakeasy - might require a reservationM BirdMaruSorsi WaterfrontStones ThrowGin JointSalt Shack on the BayMeat Market Happy Hour

things to do

Sparkman Wharf

An outdoor waterfront food and drink garden with live music and lawn games. It is walkable from downtown and throughout Water Street (or you can take the water taxi from the hotels), so you can spend all night or day experiencing both!

Hyde Park Village

An outdoor shopping center with lots of great food too. Do some shopping, sit down for lunch or a drink, grab a coffee at Buddy Brew, or just stroll the brick-lined streets!

Ybor City

A historic neighborhood known as the "Cigar Capital of the World" and the best place to immerse yourself into Tampa's rich Cuban history during the day. We recommend you take the trolley from downtown into Ybor City during the day and check out the local breweries (Cigar City Brewing is a favorite), cigar factories, and shops - and, of course, the world-famous Colombia Restaurant for some traditional Cuban food and even an authentic flamenco show!

Water Street

This part of Tampa's downtown is a favorite for dinner and nightlife and is walkable from both hotel blocks. Be sure to check out Boulon, Predalina, the Pool Bar at Edition, American Social, Anchor and Brine, Yard House, Alter Ego and many more for drinks and some food!

Bayshore Boulevard

If you want to get active, take a walk or bike ride along Bayshore Boulevard (fun fact: it's the longest continuous sidewalk in the US). Plus, our wedding venue is located on Bayshore!

Armature Works

A food hall and outdoor space with endless dining options, bars, and water views of the Hillsborough River. Besides all the dining options inside the food hall, Rocca (be sure to get a reservation) and Ulele are great for food and M. Bird is a fun happy hour and late-night bar. Pro tip: take the water taxi from downtown all the way down the River to Armature Works!

St. Petersburg

If you are in town early or have a full day to explore, be sure not to miss award-winning St. Pete beach. The beach is about a 35-minute drive away, so be sure to plan accordingly!

Olivia & Travis

Olivia & Travis

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