Rehearsal Lunch

Wedding Weekend Kickoff

Wedding Day!

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Reception Begins 

Dancing and Celebration!

Shuttle

Our Wedding

Our Story

Photos

Samantha Fitzpatrick

Ashlee Delaney

Krista Weber

Erin McVey

Yassin Wahhab

Conner Lamb

Baily Ingalls

Mitch Schwenkmeyer

Marlee Jane Cory

Devin Delaney

Ann Ingwalson

Bryan Fitzpatrick

Karla Fitzpatrick

John Fitzpatrick

Janet Nowell

Farid Wahhab

Hudson Bundschuh

Wedding Party

Q + A

What The Rand Offers:• Complimentary Wi-Fi• One (1) Complimentary upgrade at the Group Rate for Wedding Couple• One (1) Drink voucher for Bar Rufus per guest ($18 value)• 24-hour access to Fitness Center• 3 Day pre/post group rates, based upon availabilityLast day to book with rate: September 25th, 2026 or until full• Room blocks available until full! Filling up quickly. Please book rooms asap. Call us if there is a problem with the room block!

Rand Tower Hotel, Minneapolis, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

What the Best Western Offers: <a href="https://www.bestwestern.com/en_US/book/hotel-rooms.24091.html?groupId=Z48JY0Y7" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.bestwestern.com/en_US/book/hotel-rooms.24091.html?groupId=Z48JY0Y7</a>Click this link to book for the Best Western Normandy Inn- Rate- $139Very close to The Rand Hotel-Has pool-Check in 3:00 pm- Check out: 11:00 am.-$15 paid parking-Fitness Center-Pet Friendly-The Rand does not have pool• Room blocks available until full! Filling up quickly. Please book rooms asap. Call us if there is a problem with the room block!

Best Western Plus The Normandy Inn & Suites

Hotel Room Blocks

Venue Address The Semple Mansion 100 W Franklin Ave Minneapolis, MN 55404UPDATED SHUTTLE INFORMATION******SHUTTLE TIMES:2:15 PM FROM THE RAND2:30 PM FROM NORMANDY INNTHEN DROP OFF AT SEMPLE MANSION AT 2:45 PMNEXT PICKUP TIME:3:00 PM FROM THE RAND3:15 PM FROM THE NORMANDY INN 3:25 PM DROP OFF SEMPLE MANSIONAt the end of the evening, a shuttle will be available starting again at 7:00 pm-11:30 pm, every 30 minutes will be going to both hotels to transport guests back to the two hotels with room blocks: The Rand and Best Western, both conveniently located downtown. Check the Hotel Room Block Page for booking, it'll be booking up fast! The Semple Mansion is approximately an 18-minute drive (about 13.3 miles) from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP).Getting ThereIf you are flying in, we recommend coordinating a ride with other guests or using Uber or Lyft. Rideshare services are very common and readily available throughout the Minneapolis area.Public transportation is also an option. Guests may take the Blue Metro Line from the airport and travel toward the venue.ParkingNO PARKING AVAILABLE AT SEMPLE MANSION AND STREET PARKING IS HARD TO COME BY. PLEASE PLAN ACCORDINGLY.We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Transportation

Nolo's is in the cutest trendy area in Minneapolis, in North Loop! Nolo's has some of the best food with a cute atmosphere. All of the food is good there. If you're looking for an area to get drinks as well, definitely check out North Loop area!

NOLO's Kitchen & Bar

My favorite brewery, that is so fun (indoor and outdoor) is Surly Brewing Co. It is tucked away in a cute neighborhood of Minneapolis, Prospect Park. They have a variety of drinks, as well as food. Fun games outside and cute fire pits! Definitely check it out.

Surly Brewing Co.

<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&amp;source=web&amp;rct=j&amp;url=https://www.minneapolisparks.org/parks-destinations/parks-lakes/minnehaha_regional_park/&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjL0vyj-OuVAxW3JdAFHWs1JnoQy_kOegoIAggACAAIBhAG&amp;opi=89978449&amp;cd&amp;psig=AOvVaw1ul-YphlWAgk4i_4-CaX56&amp;ust=1785004016700000" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Minnehaha Regional Park</a> A 53 Foot natural waterfall, located in South Minneapolis! It is a 10 minute walk to the falls with cute walking paths! If you want something to do outside with some scenery, definitely check out Minehaha Falls! A big MN fav!

Minnehaha Falls

Make sure to go to Culver's if you've never been!!! They're everywhere. If you're a Californian and you like In-N-Out, then look out for the BEST fast food burgers of all time. Get a cheeseburger or anytime of butter burger. Issam's life changed, but he still picks In-N-Out.

Culver’s

Bde Maka Ska is a lake located in Minneapolis. You can't come to the land of 10,000 lakes if you don't visit a lake, right? Bde Maka Ska has cute walking trails, rentals and a cute little pier. Check it out for outdoorsy-activities!

Bde Maka Ska North Beach

Go to the St. Anthony Falls Heritage Trail, which is a 1.8 mile loop, which will bring you to an old historic part of Minneapolis (St. Anthony Main Neighborhood) and you will see the famous St. Anthony Falls and the famous Stone Arch Bridge!

Historic Stone Arch Bridge

Kim loves her dramatic coffee. Some great lattes have been had at Spyhouse Coffee Roasters. There are multiple locations in the Minneapolis area. Definitely check it out for a fun Minneapolis coffee shop!

Spyhouse Coffee Roasters | Northeast

If you want to check out the largest mall in the United States, then head to MOA (Mall of America), located in Bloomington. There are three floors, and it is 5.6 million square feet total area. It is huge! Just don't forget where you park. It is fun because you can enjoy their movie theater, shop at any store you can think of, check out restaurants and go on rides at the Nickelodeon Theme Park.

Mall of America®

This photo is the iconic spoon from the Minnesota Sculpture Garden! This is an outdoor Art Park. Definitely fun to walk around and check out.

Minneapolis Sculpture Garden

Some of the best ramen in Minneapolis area. Also, a very fun atmosphere! They also have sake flights. :-) It is a Minneapolis hidden gem!

moto-i

Enjoy&nbsp;a&nbsp;bar&nbsp;full&nbsp;of&nbsp;pinball&nbsp;machines.&nbsp;this&nbsp;bar&nbsp;offers&nbsp;a&nbsp;&nbsp;menu&nbsp;of&nbsp;specialty&nbsp;hot&nbsp;dogs,&nbsp;burgers,&nbsp;sandwiches&nbsp;and&nbsp;tacos,&nbsp;made&nbsp;from&nbsp;scratch.&nbsp;a&nbsp;thoughtfully&nbsp;curated&nbsp;list&nbsp;of&nbsp;local&nbsp;beer&nbsp;and&nbsp;craft&nbsp;cocktails.&nbsp;LITT&nbsp;was&nbsp;voted&nbsp;best&nbsp;bar&nbsp;in&nbsp;Minneapolis&nbsp;back&nbsp;to&nbsp;back&nbsp;years&nbsp;in&nbsp;2018&nbsp;and&nbsp;2019.

LITT Pinball Bar

Explore&nbsp;an&nbsp;awesome&nbsp;vintage&nbsp;store&nbsp;which&nbsp;includes&nbsp;vintage&nbsp;clothing&nbsp;like&nbsp;Casual&nbsp;wear:&nbsp;T-shirts,&nbsp;sweatshirts,&nbsp;jeans&nbsp;from&nbsp;the&nbsp;1930s-2000s.&nbsp;​Toys&nbsp;like&nbsp;Star&nbsp;Wars,&nbsp;He-Man,&nbsp;Ninja&nbsp;Turtles,&nbsp;GI&nbsp;Joe,&nbsp;Transformers,&nbsp;Tonka&nbsp;Trucks.&nbsp;​Records&nbsp;including&nbsp;LPs:&nbsp;rock,&nbsp;R&amp;B,&nbsp;soundtracks,&nbsp;jazz,&nbsp;Latin.​Comic&nbsp;Books&nbsp;including&nbsp;Superheros,&nbsp;horror,&nbsp;underground,&nbsp;etc.&nbsp;Collectibles&nbsp;&nbsp;like&nbsp;vintage&nbsp;&nbsp;Advertising,&nbsp;art&nbsp;posters,&nbsp;prints&nbsp;etc.&nbsp;

Time Bomb Vintage

This&nbsp;women&nbsp;owned&nbsp;business&nbsp;has&nbsp;been&nbsp;around&nbsp;for&nbsp;30&nbsp;years,&nbsp;offering&nbsp;a&nbsp;unique&nbsp;and&nbsp;stylish&nbsp;thrift&nbsp;experience.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Everyday People Clothing Exchange

Located&nbsp;in&nbsp;the&nbsp;former&nbsp;historic&nbsp;Birchwood&nbsp;Cafe&nbsp;space&nbsp;in&nbsp;the&nbsp;Seward&nbsp;neighborhood,&nbsp;the&nbsp;chefs&nbsp;served&nbsp;as&nbsp;the&nbsp;personnel&nbsp;chefs&nbsp;to&nbsp;Prince&nbsp;for&nbsp;the&nbsp;final&nbsp;4&nbsp;years&nbsp;of&nbsp;his&nbsp;life.&nbsp;This&nbsp;spot&nbsp;offers&nbsp;breakfast,&nbsp;lunch&nbsp;and&nbsp;dinner&nbsp;with&nbsp;a&nbsp;fluid&nbsp;seasonal&nbsp;menu&nbsp;and&nbsp;is&nbsp;recognized&nbsp;as&nbsp;a&nbsp;stop&nbsp;on&nbsp;the&nbsp;Minneapolis&nbsp;&quot;Purple&nbsp;Trail&quot;&nbsp;celebrating&nbsp;Prince.&nbsp;

Darling

If&nbsp;you&nbsp;know&nbsp;Issam&nbsp;he&nbsp;loves&nbsp;his&nbsp;cinnamon&nbsp;rolls.&nbsp;Isles&nbsp;and&nbsp;Buns&nbsp;offers&nbsp;a&nbsp;variety&nbsp;of&nbsp;rolls&nbsp;and&nbsp;pastries.&nbsp;They&nbsp;have&nbsp;a&nbsp;great&nbsp;specialty&nbsp;coffee&nbsp;selection&nbsp;too.

Isles Bun & Coffee

Thursday&nbsp;October&nbsp;15th&nbsp;at&nbsp;7:00&nbsp;P.M.&nbsp;come&nbsp;watch&nbsp;the&nbsp;Minnesota&nbsp;Wild&nbsp;as&nbsp;they&nbsp;take&nbsp;on&nbsp;the&nbsp;Columbus&nbsp;Blue&nbsp;Jackets&nbsp;in&nbsp;this&nbsp;heated&nbsp;rivalry&nbsp;NHL&nbsp;(Hockey)&nbsp;Match&nbsp;at&nbsp;the&nbsp;Grand&nbsp;Casino&nbsp;Area.&nbsp;

NHL Hockey

Bryant&nbsp;Lake&nbsp;Bowl&nbsp;is&nbsp;your&nbsp;go-to&nbsp;spot&nbsp;in&nbsp;the&nbsp;LynLake&nbsp;Uptown&nbsp;Minneapolis&nbsp;area,&nbsp;open&nbsp;for&nbsp;breakfast,&nbsp;lunch,&nbsp;and&nbsp;dinner&nbsp;every&nbsp;day&nbsp;plus&nbsp;bowling,&nbsp;Kims&nbsp;favorite!&nbsp;Start&nbsp;your&nbsp;morning&nbsp;with&nbsp;a&nbsp;hearty&nbsp;breakfast&nbsp;featuring&nbsp;locally&nbsp;sourced&nbsp;ingredients,&nbsp;or&nbsp;stop&nbsp;by&nbsp;for&nbsp;a&nbsp;delicious&nbsp;lunch&nbsp;with&nbsp;various&nbsp;fresh,&nbsp;creative&nbsp;dishes.&nbsp;Enjoy&nbsp;a&nbsp;diverse&nbsp;dinner&nbsp;menu&nbsp;in&nbsp;the&nbsp;evening,&nbsp;with&nbsp;comfort&nbsp;food&nbsp;favorites&nbsp;and&nbsp;specialty&nbsp;drinks.&nbsp;Whether&nbsp;you&#39;re&nbsp;in&nbsp;the&nbsp;mood&nbsp;for&nbsp;brunch,&nbsp;a&nbsp;quick&nbsp;midday&nbsp;bite,&nbsp;or&nbsp;a&nbsp;full&nbsp;dinner,&nbsp;Bryant&nbsp;Lake&nbsp;Bowl&nbsp;offers&nbsp;a&nbsp;welcoming&nbsp;atmosphere&nbsp;and&nbsp;tasty&nbsp;meals&nbsp;for&nbsp;every&nbsp;occasion.

Bryant Lake Bowl and Theater

Brit&#39;s&nbsp;Pub&nbsp;in&nbsp;downtown&nbsp;Minneapolis&nbsp;first&nbsp;opened&nbsp;its&nbsp;doors&nbsp;way&nbsp;back&nbsp;in&nbsp;1990.&nbsp;Complete&nbsp;with&nbsp;its&nbsp;10,000&nbsp;square&nbsp;foot&nbsp;Lawn&nbsp;Bowling&nbsp;green,&nbsp;Brit&#39;s&nbsp;offers&nbsp;a&nbsp;fun&nbsp;atmosphere&nbsp;with&nbsp;great&nbsp;British&nbsp;food,&nbsp;try&nbsp;the&nbsp;Sheppards&nbsp;pie&nbsp;or&nbsp;fish&nbsp;and&nbsp;chips!&nbsp;We&nbsp;love&nbsp;Britts!&nbsp;Cheerio!

Kimberly & Issam

Kimberly & Issam

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