Know the Venue

Kate & Ari

Weekend Schedule

Friday, October 17, 2025

6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Welcome BBQ

Join us for a casual welcome BBQ outside by the lake.

Attire: Casual

Saturday, October 18, 2025

7:30 AM

Meditation

Meditation for those who wish to attend in the Pewter Shop (building 11 in map)

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Breakfast

Breakfast will be provided in the Dining Hall.

At your leisure

Daytime Activities

Optional self-guided hikes on the 400 acre Ashokan property.
Canoeing in the (small) lake.
Sauna sessions available by the lake.

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Wedding document signing! Stop by briefly to sign your name in the Pewter Shop (building 11 in map)

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Lunch

A light lunch will be provided in the Dining Hall.

Attire: Casual

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Ceremony

Attire: Self-expressive cocktail attire

5:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Cocktail Hour and Reception

8:30 PM - 12:00 AM

Live band and dancing

12:00 AM - 3:30 AM

DJ!

Sunday, October 19, 2025

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Farewell Brunch

Join us for a casual farewell brunch at the Ashokan Center Dining Hall.

Attire: Casual

Additional Notes

  • All meals will be provided through the weekend.
  • Weather in the Catskills in October can be variable. We recommend bringing layers and checking the forecast before your trip.
  • The ceremony site is a short walk from the main buildings. Comfortable shoes are recommended.
  • For those staying on-site, check-in will be available from 3:00 PM on Friday.
  • We will have childcare onsite in a play area during the ceremony, reception, and dancing.
  • There is no hard checkout time on Sunday.
  • Transit: we've put together some transit recommendations and a carpool coordinating form here.
Ashokan Center

Ashokan Center, Oct 17-19, 2025