our traditions
Some People
say we’re
untraditional
although we lead unconventional lives, We keep many traditions—they’re just a bit… untraditional. Some might come in the form of baseball superstitions such as wearing your baseball cap upside down when your team is losing or never leaving a game early. In that same spirit, instead of a typical wedding, we’re having a non-traditional celebration filled with many of our favorite traditions.
Thursday
April 17
Rehearsal Dinner
The Original Ninfa’s
On Navigation
6 P.M. - 8 P.M.
Friday
April 18
Civil Ceremony
4:15 P.M. CST Meet us Outside the Courthouse & walk with us to the game.
Reception & Ballgame
5:10 P.M. CST Gates open at Daikin Park, Reception Begins.
7:10 P.M. CST Game Time: San Diego Padres @ Houston Astros
Post-game Join us for Friday night Fireworks.
Saturday
April 19
Farewell Brunch
Crawfish Boil
EG PROMENADE PAVILION
MEMORIAL PARK
1 P.M. - 4 P.M.
Tradition 01: Pre-game Fajitas
As superstitious baseball fans (and fajita lovers), one of our favorite traditions is dining at the Original Ninfa’s on Navigation and taking their free shuttle to games at Minute Maid Park.
Thursday, April 17, 2025
Rehearsal Dinner — 6 P.M. - 8 P.M.
Join us as we kick off our eventful weekend at one of our favorite Houston spots—Ninfa’s, the birthplace of tacos al carbon (aka fajitas). This cherished tradition of ours, enjoying Ninfa’s before every game, is one we can't wait to share with you.
The Original Ninfa’s on Navigation
2704 Navigation Blvd, Houston, TX 77003
Tradition 02: Music
During the seventh inning stretch, we always stand and sing “Deep in the heart of texas” and “Take Me out to the ball game.” Always.
Friday, April 18, 2025
Civil Ceremony — 4:15 P.M.
Historic 1910 Harris County Courthouse
301 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77002 // RSVP
As two people who have careers in music, who met through music, and are constantly surrounded by musicians, we know the power of song. Music is an important part of our relationship, and it’s only fitting that it plays a central role in our wedding celebration.
Our ceremony will be held on the 10-year anniversary of our friendship, the day we met a decade prior. We will have a short vow exchange & civil ceremony on the steps of the historic 1910 Harris County Courthouse. The ceremony will begin promptly at 4:15 PM.
Following the ceremony, a brass band will lead our party five blocks down to the Center Field gates of Daikin Park (formerly Minute Maid Park) where we will celebrate our joyful union with a reception in the field level suite.
Parking: Nearby covered paid public parking available at 1019 Congress Street. Many surface lots within 3 blocks of the courthouse as well as paid street parking where available.
If you are joining us for both the post-ceremony parade and the ballgame, we highly recommend using a rideshare service.
Dress: semi-formal. If you are also attending the ballgame, We warmly encourage guests to wear Astros colors by incorporating shades of navy blue and orange.
Details are subject to change. Updates regarding the ceremony may be sent via e-mail to all guests who RSVP.
Our “Wedding March”
We will be starting our “Mendelssohn” wedding march from the steps of the courthouse, making our way towards the center field gates of Daikin Park (Formerly Minute Maid Park).
Our route takes us southwest along Preston Street for five blocks (about an 8-minute walk). Just follow the sound of our brass band as we make our way!
Please stay mindful of traffic and cross the streets with care as we celebrate.
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BALLGAME + Reception — 5:10 P.M.
Daikin Park, Field Level Suite
501 Crawford St, Houston, TX 77002
(Formerly Minute Maid Park)
Regular Season Game: San Diego Padres @ Houston Astros
Directions: The closest gate to our suite is the Center Field Gate at the intersection of Preston Street & Crawford Street. However, you can enter through any gate and make your way to the Field Level Suite near Center Field.
Tickets: Your RSVP includes a ticket to the game. No purchase required. All tickets are digital. You will be required to have the MLB Ballpark App to receive your ticket.
Dress: Semi-Formal. We warmly encourage guests to wear Astros colors by incorporating shades of navy blue and orange.
Security: Please be prepared to pass through security when entering minute maid park.
Bag Policy: All guests are required to adhere to minute maid park’s stadium rules. Large bags are not allowed in the ballpark. Please see MMP’s Bag Policy and entry protocol Here.
Food & Beverage: we will have stadium catering in our suite. However, we are not able to accommodate dietary restrictions based on the nature of this event.
Parking: If you are joining us at the ballpark instead of at the courthouse, paid parking is available in surrounding surface lots around the stadium. However, you can park at the Original Ninfa’s on Navigation, grab a drink at the bar before the game, and use their complimentary shuttle that can take you to and from the ballpark. Alternatively, we recommend you use a rideshare service, especially if you will be consuming any alcoholic beverages.
Please note: Space is limited. RSVP is required.
Tradition 03: Crawfish Boils
Our favorite springtime tradition is savoring the salt and spice of a good crawfish boil with friends and family while cheering on the Houston Astros.
Saturday, April 17, 2025
Farewell Brunch: Crawfish Boil —
1 P.M. - 4 P.M.
When we met, Nat was hosting her annual crawfish boil on a party barge on Lake Travis, with Greg performing in the brass band she hired—it was the first meal we ever shared. Crawfish quickly became a cornerstone of our relationship, and we now have many cherished traditions around it. Each season, we celebrate by attending as many boils as possible with friends and family. Every year, we make a stop at our all-time favorite spot, Chicken on the Bayou in Breaux Bridge, Louisiana. And to this day, Nat continues the tradition of hosting an annual crawfish boil.
all are welcome to join us for our Farewell Brunch: a crawfish boil the afternoon after the ceremony.
casual dress, immaculate vibes.
We’ll provide beer and wine, but feel free to BYOB.
EG Promenade Pavilion, Memorial Park
Washington Ave, Houston, TX 77007 // RSVP