The Ceremony

Cathedral Beach

Yosemite National Park

Sunday | September 20, 2026 | 5:30 PM

A Note on the Journey: We met on a hiking trail, so it’s only fitting we exchange our vows with our boots on. We’ll be wearing formal attire paired with hiking boots, a nod to the path that brought us here.

Your Attire: We want you to enjoy Yosemite in whatever makes you comfortable. Whether you want to go Full Black Tie or Trail-Ready Hiking Gear, all are welcome. Just remember: we’ll be on the sand at the river’s edge!

The Weekend Schedule

A tall mountain waterfall flowing down a rugged cliff through sparse trees.

Saturday Morning / Afternoon

Hiking & Exploring Yosemite

Date: September 19, 2026

Time: TBD

Location: TBD

For those who want to join us, we’re hitting the trails. We’ll be checking out the waterfalls and hiking to the base of El Capitan. Come look straight up at the massive granite wall Alex Honnold climbed in Free Solo.

Saturday Evening

Welcome Dinner

Date: September 19, 2026

Time: 6:00 PM

Location: Our Cabin @ Yosemite Pines RV Resort

A casual cookout. We’ll have burgers and hotdogs for anyone who wants to come by and have dinner.

Sunday Evening

The Ceremony & Reception

Date: September 20, 2026

Time: 5:30 PM

Location: Cathedral Beach

Wedding ceremony followed by champagne toast.

Reception Time: 8:00 PM

Location: Pavilion by campground entrance

After driving back from the ceremony, meet at the pavilion to celebrate! Taco truck will serve food starting at 8pm.

Make a Day of It

A river with a sandy bank, surrounded by evergreen trees, with a large granite cliff in the background on a clear sunny day.

We hope you'll join us! RSVP here to let us know you're coming!

We highly recommend entering the park early in the morning to beat the rush. Yosemite is one of the most beautiful places in the country, and we want you to experience it fully. Traffic and entry lines at the gate can be significant (sometimes 1–2 hours), and parking in the Valley fills up fast.

Pro-Tips for your day in the Valley:

  • Fuel Up: If you need a break from exploring, there are plenty of coffee, restaurant, and bar options at both the Yosemite Valley Lodge and Curry Village while you wait for the ceremony. These places also have nicer restrooms if you need to freshen up or change.

  • Getting Around: There is a convenient, reliable shuttle service in the park if parking is hard to find.

  • Things to do: Yosemite is a very developed and accessible park. Hiking is the best way to fill your time, but there are also many other options HERE. Many people enjoy the 2 hour open-air tram tour of the Valley floor.

  • The Plan: Sarah and Kenny will be out in the park taking photos throughout the afternoon. We will meet you all at Cathedral Beach at 5:30 PM sharp to say "I do."

Logistics

  • The closest airports are:

    Fresno-Yosemite International Airport (FAT)

    • where Sarah & Kenny are flying into

    • direct flights from DFW

    • about 2 hours to Groveland where Sarah & Kenny are staying

    • rental car options

    Sacramento International Airport (SAF)

    • direct flights from DFW

    • about 2 hours to Groveland where Sarah & Kenny are staying

    • rental car options

    San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

    • larger city with more flight/rental car options if you want to explore the Bay area on your trip

    • about 4 hours to Groveland where Sarah & Kenny are staying

  • Yosemite lodging fills up quickly! Most places are filled up inside the park, so book soon if you are planning to attend.

    Yosemite Pines RV Resort

    • Click HERE to book

    • where Sarah & Kenny are staying

    • just outside Yosemite park in Groveland

    • variety of cabin options available (be sure to check the description as a few cabins do not have a private bathroom).

      browse their instagram for an idea of what to expect inside the cabins

    • use discount code EXTFUN for 3-night stays or code BONUS for 4-night stays

    The Groveland Hotel

    • click HERE to book

    • hotel option

    • near Yosemite Pines where Sarah & Kenny are staying

    Yosemite National Park

    • few options inside the park are still available - these are more convenient locations for exploring the park if you can find one

    • Curry Village has canvas tents

    • Tent camping reservations open up on May 15th for booking

    • there are a few Airbnbs inside the park

  • We recommend a rental car from the airport if you are flying in. There is a public transportation option with Amtrak, but it may be difficult as the area is spread out.

  • $35 per vehicle (or use your America the Beautiful pass). Plan ahead in case there are lines to enter the park.

    It is a 1 hour and 15 minute scenic drive from Groveland (where we are staying at Yosemite Pines Cabins) to the Valley floor. The Valley is where the main park sites and wedding will be located.

  • GPS will fail you. Download offline maps before leaving the cabin. You will lose cell signal before arriving in the park.

  • September in the Sierras is beautiful, but the temperature drops rapidly once the sun goes behind the granite walls at 7:00 PM. Bring a jacket!