THE WEDDING DAY
05.17.25
THE CEREMONY
The Ceremony will begin at 5:15 PM at Stonewood Farms.
Please keep in mind the venue is 25 minutes away from Downtown Tuscaloosa. We kindly ask that our guests arrive early to find a seat.
COCKTAIL HOUR
Open Bar & Hors D'oeuvres following the ceremony. The cocktail hour will be located in the side yard.
THE RECEPTION
Please join us for Dinner, Dancing & Drinks overlooking the lake, located in the back of the estate.
OUR STORY
HOW WE MET
Hallie and Zach's story began on the dating app Hinge, where they first connected. Coincidentally, their initial in-person encounter took place at a local Dallas pub. They hit it off from the second they met!
THE FIRST DATE
In April of 2022, Hallie and Zach had their first date at an Easter church service in Dallas, Texas. Later that day, Zach asked if he could take Hallie and her dog, Remi, to the dog park. Hallie and Zach continued to see each other everyday for a week straight until Zach left for his trip, on a cruise (who is surprised here). The rest is history!
THE PROPOSAL
Zach proposed to Hallie on Lake Como outside of The Villa del Balbianello on August 15th, 2023. During their trip, the two visited the Amalfi Coast, Lake Como, and Grindelwald, Switzerland. On the morning of the proposal, Zach arranged for a private boat tour of Lake Como where their photographer posed as a fake tourist alongside the boat captain. After stopping outside of the Villa del Balbianello, Zach popped the question while receiving a round of applause from surrounding boats. Afterwards, the two shared a special afternoon of photos and sightseeing while walking the grounds of The Villa.
THE VENUE
14184 Cedar Point Drive, Tuscaloosa, Alabama 35406
French Chateau Estate located on Lake Tuscaloosa, bringing a European feel to Alabama.
TRAVEL
BIRMINGHAM- SHUTTLESWORTH INTERNATIONAL, BHM
62 miles from Tuscaloosa
We suggest taking an Uber from Birmingham Airport to Downtown Tuscaloosa, or reserving a rental car at the airport.
LOCAL TRANSPORT
UBER
Use your Uber app to get around the city of Tuscaloosa, however most restaurants and bars are walking distance from the accommodations listed below.
Transportation To The Wedding
Shuttles Depart at 4:30 PM
Boarding 4:00 PM
Departure 4:30 PM
We highly encourage our guests to utilize the transportation we have provided for you. There will be 4 shuttles transporting guests from the Alamite Hotel to Stonewood Farms. Each shuttle can hold ~14 guests and the trip will take approximately 30 minutes. Boarding will begin at 4:00 PM and the shuttles will depart at 4:30 PM. The gates will lock approximately 10 minutes prior to the Ceremony, we kindly ask you to arrive by 5:00 PM.
Transportation After The Wedding
Shuttles Depart at 9:00 PM and 10:00 PM or Uber Anytime
There will be 4 shuttles transporting guests from Stonewood Farms back to the Alamite Hotel. Each shuttle can hold ~14 guests and the trip will take approximately 30 minutes. The vans will depart for their first trip at 9:00 PM and the final trip will depart at the conclusion of the wedding around 10:00 PM. Uber is also a viable option to return to your stay.
ACCOMMODATIONS
THE ALAMITE HOTEL
We have a limited room block available at The Alamite for $189/night. Please let us or our families know if you aren't able to book through the room block and we will inquire to add more rooms.
2301 6th Street, Tuscaloosa, Alabama 35401
EMBASSY SUITES
2410 University Boulevard, Tuscaloosa, Alabama 35401
HOTEL INDIGO
111 Greensboro Ave, Tuscaloosa, Alabama 35401
RESTAURANTS
TACO MAMA
Hallie and Zach's favorite restaurant in Tuscaloosa. Taco Bar with great Mexican cuisine and margaritas.
HEAT PIZZA BAR
Delicious pizzas, fresh salads, and handcrafted cocktails.
CHUCKS FISH
One of Tuscaloosa's top spots for seafood and sushi.
GLORY BOUND GYRO CO.
Southern-influenced Greek fare including gyros, falafel, and hummus served in a casual setting.
DEPALMAS ITALIAN CAFE
DePalma's features savory Italian dishes such as pasta, pizza and calzones, and is known for their white chocolate bread pudding.
DREAMLAND BBQ
Dreamland is widely regarded as one of the top BBQ spots in the area.
AVENUE PUB
Contemporary pub serving brunch & casual American fare, plus cocktails & local beers.
SITES TO SEE
FARMERS MARKET & RIVERWALK
Scenic trail of the Black Warrior River and location of the Farmer's Market that features produce, baked goods and other local offerings from 7am to 12pm.
THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA CAMPUS
The UA campus offers sights such as Denny Chimes, The Quad, Bryant-Denny Stadium and the Paul W. Bryant Museum.
FULL REGISTRY
All registry items listed + Honeymoon Fund
Q & A
WHEN DO I NEED TO RSVP?
We kindly ask that you RSVP as soon as you know, or latest by April 15, 2025. This will allow us time to make proper accommodations with our vendors. We can't wait to celebrate with you!
IS THERE A DRESS CODE?
Yes! We are asking our guests to dress up with us! Our dress code is black-tie optional. This means our guests have the option to wear their most formal attire. Although a tuxedo is not required, we ask that gentleman wear a traditional dark suit. Women should wear a floor-length evening gown or a midi gown. Please no jeans or sneakers! We kindly ask that you avoid colors traditionally reserved for the bride - whites, ivories and creams. To see examples, please look at the Dress Code page we have listed.
CAN I BRING A GUEST?
Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate additional guests. We can only accommodate those formally invited on your wedding invitations. Your invitation will be addressed as {Your Name} + {Guest} if a plus one has been given to you.
ARE KIDS INVITED?
We love your little ones! However, we have decided to keep our wedding and reception as an adults-only occasion. We encourage you to use this evening as a date night!
WILL THERE BE AN OPEN BAR?
Yes! Please drink on us! Our open bar will include wine, beer and seltzers only as our venue prohibits liquor on the property.
CAN I TAKE PHOTOS DURING THE CEREMONY?
We ask that you kindly put your phones away on silent for an unplugged ceremony.
WILL THE WEDDING BE INDOORS AND OUTDOORS?
Our wedding, cocktail hour and reception will all be outdoors. We will take any and all prayers for good weather.
