Wedding Weekend Itinerary
We are so excited to celebrate with you in St. John’s! Below is the schedule for the wedding weekend, including the ceremony, reception, transportation, music, food, and optional activities before and after the wedding.
Good to Know
Wedding Day Transportation
We have booked a bus to bring guests from the church to O’Brien Farm after the ceremony. At the end of the reception, the same bus will bring guests back toward the downtown area.
Optional Activities
The whale watching tour on Friday and brunch on Sunday are optional. We would love to see you there if you are able to join, but please do not feel any pressure to attend every event.
Timing
The ceremony will begin at 2:00 PM. We recommend arriving a little early so everyone has time to get settled before the service begins.
Weather
Newfoundland weather can be unpredictable, even in July. We recommend checking the forecast and bringing a light jacket or layer, especially for the whale watching tour and later in the evening.
Weekend Schedule
Friday, July 24, 2026
Puffin and Whale Watching Tour (Optional)
Please see the Puffin & Whale Watching page for booking details, the promo code, optional shuttle information, and step-by-step instructions.
Recommended Check-In
Guests joining the puffin and whale watching tour should plan to check in at Gatherall’s before the sailing. The tour departs from Bay Bulls, about 25 minutes from downtown St. John’s.
90 Northside Road
Bay Bulls, NL A0A 1C0
Departure of Puffin & Whale Watching Tour
The Marine Wildlife Tour departs at 4:30 PM.
Tour Ends
The tour is scheduled to return around 6:00 PM.
Saturday, July 25, 2026
Wedding Day
Church Opens
Guests are welcome to begin arriving at Gower Street United Church. We recommend arriving a little early so everyone has time to get settled before the service begins.
99 Queen’s Road
St. John’s, NL
Wedding Ceremony
The ceremony will be led by Reverend Pamela Jones-Fitzgerald, with vocal music by Lauren Barchi and organ music by Carl Goulding.
The service will include classical and sacred music, personal vows, readings, the exchange of rings, and a family candle lighting.
Transportation to Reception
We have arranged shared bus transportation for guests from the church to O’Brien Farm following the ceremony.
This is intended as shared transportation between the main wedding locations. Anyone who would prefer to go directly to a specific hotel or another destination is very welcome to arrange their own transportation.
Reception Begins
As guests arrive at O’Brien Farm, Saltwater Strings will help set a warm, relaxed, and celebratory atmosphere for the start of the reception.
150 Oxen Pond Road
St. John’s, NL
Dinner Buffet Opens
Dinner will be catered by Hungry Heart Cafe & Catering and will include a generous buffet with a mix of Newfoundland-inspired dishes, Italian-style favourites, vegetarian and vegan options, and classic wedding comfort food.
Saltwater Strings Concludes
Saltwater Strings will wrap up the early reception music as the evening transitions into dancing and celebration.
The Celtic Fiddlers Begin
The Celtic Fiddlers will bring the evening into full celebration mode, with the lively feel of a Newfoundland, Irish, and Italian-American kitchen party. Expect upbeat tunes, clapping, singing along, and dancing.
Reception Ends
The formal reception ends at O’Brien Farm.
Return Transportation
After the reception, the bus will bring guests back toward downtown St. John’s. Guests who would prefer to go directly to a specific hotel or another destination are welcome to arrange their own transportation.
Sunday, July 26, 2026
Optional Farewell Brunch
Optional Brunch
For anyone still in town, we would love to see you once more before everyone heads home.
115 Duckworth Street
St. John’s, NL
We cannot wait to spend this weekend with you. Thank you for travelling, celebrating, and being part of such a meaningful few days with us.