Venues
Schedule
The ceremony will be held at Wayfarer’s Chapel, the reception at Shade Hotel Redondo Beach. There is 20 minutes drive between the Chapel and the Hotel. For guest who won’t be driving, we are offering shuttle service between venues. There is valet parking at the hotel, and plenty of free parking at the Chapel.
FESTIVITIES
OCTOBER 7TH, Friday
Welcome Pool Party
6pm-9pm at Shade Hotel’s Aqua Deck
Drinks, hors d’oeuvres and desserts will be served.
Dress code: Cocktail attire, smart casual, or something breathable for a dip in the water. Our photographer will be present. Wear a jacket or shawl, it might get chilly
WEDDING
OCTOBER 8TH, Saturday
Ceremony
(For guests taking the shuttle)
3pm Meet at shuttle at Shade Hotel
3:15pm Shuttle departs from Shade Hotel to Wayfarer’s Chapel
3:40pm arrive at Wayfarer’s Chapel
4pm Ceremony begins
(For guests taking the shuttle)
5:00pm Shuttle departs from Wayfarer’s Chapel to Shade Hotel
Cocktail Hour
5:30pm at Shade Hotel’s Sky Level
Reception
6:30pm at Shade Hotel’s Horizon Level
6:45pm Grand Entrance
7:00pm Dinner Served
8:45pm First dance!
11:00pm Evening ends
Dress Code
The dress code for reception is formal, which means a dark colored suit or tuxedo for gentlemen, a cocktail or evening dress for the ladies.
Accommodation
Shade Hotel
655 N Harbor Dr,
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
To book your room, contact Shade Hotel at
310-921-8940. Mention the He-Ford wedding when you make your reservation.
Sonesta
300 N Harbor Dr,
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
Sonesta has provided us with a discounted rate when you book through this link.
Please let us know if you chose to book at Sonesta so we can add you to our wedding party on their records.
Travel
We recommend out of town guests fly into LAX. Shade Hotel is about 25 minutes by car from the airport. For guests who prefer not to rent a car, we will provide shuttle service between Shade Hotel and Wayfarer’s Chapel the day of the event.
For guests arriving on Friday, Oct 7th, we will host a private pool party at Shade Hotel Redondo Beach.
Covid Precautions
In general, we will follow the recommendations set forth by the city of Los Angeles.
We ask that guests please test each day before any of the events. Rapid tests will be provided upon request for guests who need them.
Masks will not be required during the ceremony or reception.