What should I wear?
The dress code is black-tie optional, so ladies, think floor-length, tea-length, or midi formal dresses.
Men can wear suit and tie (a tuxedo works, too, if you like, but is not necessary).
Where should I stay?
There is a hotel block at the on-site hotel at the Nationwide Hotel and Conference Center. Either use the link in this website to reserve, or call 614.880.4300 and give block number 393115.
What food and drinks will be served?
After mass, cocktail hour with hors d'oeuvres and an open bar will begin at 4:00 PM.
The reception will begin at 5:00 PM with dinner following shortly thereafter.
The bar will close briefly from 5:00 PM to 5:30 PM and end service for the evening at 9:30 PM.
I have a dietary restriction - will there be options for me?
Yes! We, and the Nationwide Hotel and Conference Center, take this very seriously and can make anything work.
There is a field to specify any restrictions when you RSVP.
Can I take photos during the mass/ceremony?
To maintain a sense of reverence and avoid distractions, please do not take photos during the mass/ceremony. Our team will be capturing the event and we'll be sure to share those with you after the event!
Where should I park for the reception?
The closest place to park after mass for the reception is the West Lot, but the Edgewater Room in the Ohio Building is walkable from any parking lot at Nationwide's campus.
Where should I park for the mass?
St. Paul the Apostle Church has large, easily accessible parking lots. You'll have no trouble parking near the front of the church.
How should I get to the mass?
St. Paul the Apostle is a short, ten-minute drive from the Nationwide hotel.
What should I do after the mass?
After mass, you'll have plenty of time to return to the hotel/venue before cocktail hour begins at 4:00 PM. If you're staying on-site, feel free to check-in, relax and freshen up. Once you get to the venue itself, enjoy the refreshments during cocktail hour!
Is the venue ADA friendly?
Yes! Both the venue and the church are ADA accessible.
Are children able to come?
Our wedding will be an adults-only celebration - thank you for understanding! We encourage everyone to use this evening as a date night!
Where within the Nationwide campus is the reception?
The cocktail hour and reception are in the "Ohio Building" located in the Southwest corner of the campus overlooking the pond and right across from "The Pub."
It's circled on the map on the bottom of the page.