Vol. I A Wedding Weekend Asheville, NC
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An Asheville Wedding
Weekend

A gathering in the Blue Ridge Mountains — food, gardens, mountain air, and the company we love most.

May 20 May 25, 2026 The Blue Ridge Mountains

What follows is a gentle map of the week — when to gather, where to go, and what to wear. Come as you are, stay as long as you like.

Day One

Wednesday

May 20
Dinner · 6:00 PM Reservation

Dacus Family Dinner

Jettie Rae's Oyster House

A soft landing for the Dacus family — raw bar, cold wine, and the first hellos of the week.

Where143 Charlotte Street,
Asheville, NC
WhoDacus family
VibeCasual · Come hungry
Day Two

Thursday

May 21
5:00 PM Gather · 6:00 PM Dinner

Dacus & Miller Family Dinner

Dinner from Vinnie's Italian — takeout, served outdoors

The Miller and Dacus families share Asheville's best Italian food, with a view of the Pisgah National Forest. Bring a layer for after the sun dips.

Where1 Laurel Cove Road,
Candler, NC 28715
WhoMiller + Dacus families
VibeCasual · Come hungry
Day Three · The Kickoff

Friday

May 22
From 7:30 PM · Come & Go

Welcome Drinks

Burial Beer Co.

The official opening of the weekend — drift in any time. Food and drinks available; plenty of nearby bars to wander to after, and an easy walk from downtown.

Where40 Collier Ave,
Asheville, NC 28801
WhoAll guests welcome
VibeCasual · Come and go
The Wedding Day

Saturday

May 23
Arrive 5:30 PM · Ceremony 6:00 PM

The Ceremony

The Botanical Gardens at Asheville

Enjoy the gardens, listen to live music, then vows by the gazebo. Group photos will follow immediately after — please plan to stay. Note that the restrooms on the grounds will not be available.

5:30 PMArrive
6 PMCeremony
6:30 PMPhotos & Drive to La Bodega
Where151 WT Weaver Blvd,
Asheville, NC
WhoFamily & Out of Town Guests
Dress CodeGarden Cocktail
From 7 - 11 PM

The Reception

La Bodega by Cúrate

Enjoy a glass of sparkling wine as you arrive. Followed by a slow, 11-course Spanish supper designed by James Beard Award-winning Chef Katie Button. We're so excited to share cocktails, courses, and conversation with the people we love most.

7 — 8 PMCocktail hour
8 — 10 PMDinner & Toasts
10 — 11 PMSocial hour
Where32 S Lexington Ave,
Asheville, NC
WhoAll guests welcome
Dress CodeGarden Cocktail
Day Five

Sunday

May 24
12:00 PM

Farewell Brunch & Bluegrass

Jack of the Wood

We have a reservation for 20-30 to share brunch and listen to some bluegrass. We'll be there from 12-2, with plenty of time to explore after if you're sticking around for the evening.

Where95 Patton Avenue,
Asheville, NC 28801
WhoOut of Town Guests
VibeCasual
7 PM · Optional

Wander through West Asheville

Meet and Andrew & Katelyn's house, walk Haywood Road together, and stop for food & drinks along the way.

Meet at259 Waynesville Ave #4,
Asheville, NC 28806
WhoAll guests welcome
VibeCasual
Day Six

Monday

May 25
All day · No agenda

Family time

A slower day to gather, linger, and say our goodbyes before the journey home. River walks, last coffees, no schedule to keep.

Appendix · A guide

Explore Asheville

A handful of favorite spots for the hours before Saturday's ceremony — coffee, breakfast, music, hikes, and good books — to make the most of your time in town.

i.Coffee

Rowan Coffee

DowntownBright, plant-filled cafe — pour-overs and a strong espresso program.

ii.Breakfast

Flour

Order thisThe breakfast sandwich. Trust us.

iii.Art & Music

Black Mountain College Museum

A pocket-sized museum on Asheville's most influential art and music school.

Moogseum

A tribute to Bob Moog and the history of the synthesizer.

River Arts District

Wander the studios; some artists open their doors.

iv.Hiking

John Rock Trail Loop

ModerateA scenic loop ending at a granite outcrop with sweeping views.

Craggy Gardens Trail

EasyShort walk with panoramic Blue Ridge vistas.

v.Lunch

Green Sage Cafe

Bright, vegetable-forward — easy lunch between adventures.

Jerusalem Garden Cafe

Mezze, kebabs, and a quiet courtyard downtown.

vi.Bookish

Downtown Books & News

DowntownUsed books, magazines, a happy rabbit hole.

We can't wait to celebrate with you
in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

— with love, Andrew & Katelyn