C & J

Day-Of Info

Things you might want to know for June 20, 2026.

Schedule

5:00 PM
Guests Arrive
5:15 PM
Ceremony Begins
5:45 PM
Cocktail Hour
6:30 PM
Reception & Dinner
10:00 PM
Last Dance

Attire & Weather

Dress code: Cocktail / Semi-Formal

Dresses, suits, blazers, etc. (not black tie!)

Weather: Most relevant during the ceremony

The ceremony takes place outside overlooking the ocean, and is not under cover. The weather will likely be sunny and windy. We recommend bringing a wrap, light jacket, or layer you can easily remove once you’re inside, during the reception.

Shoes: Comfortable

We strongly recommend comfortable shoes, so that you're able to walk around, see fish, and dance the night away :)

Venue Details

Location

The Seymour Marine Discovery Center is located at 100 McAllister Way, Santa Cruz.

Parking

The Seymour Marine Discovery Center has a large parking lot directly adjacent (~80 spots), and parking is free on weekends.

Accessibility

Seymour Center grounds are fully ADA accessible. Please let us know if you have any accessibility needs so we can make your experience as comfortable as possible.

Travel & Accommodations

Recommended Hotel

The Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Santa Cruz is 1.5 miles from the venue, and we have a block of rooms reserved for $299 per night. Please indicate in the RSVP form if you will be staying at this hotel so we can make sure you get the discounted rate.

Getting There

If you're flying in, San Jose International Airport (SJC) is the closest airport, about a 45-minute drive to Santa Cruz. San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is also an option, roughly 1.5 hours away.

If you're driving from the Bay Area, you probably already know that taking 17 can be a bit of a nightmare. We recommend leaving early and planning for traffic.