Adam & Theodora
May 9th, 2026
Theodore Roosevelt Island, Washington DC
Under construction. Last Updated: 4/19/2026
Thursday
May 7th, 2026
[Athina/Emanuel/Sho] Checked into hotel
Friday
May 8th, 2026
[Adam] Wake up and walk dog
[Adam/Theodora] Gym
[Adam/Theodora] Back at the house and getting ready
Hotel Pickup
Picking up Athina, Emanuel, and Sho from their hotel.
Old Town Alexandria
Exploring Old Town Alexandria including the Torpedo Factory Art Center.
View on Maps[Sho] Takes Uber back home to start work at 12pm
Adam's Mom Arrives
Cindy lands at DCA.
Christine and Tao Arrive
Will meetup at Adam's house
Jeff Arrives
Jeff lands at DCA.
Welcome Dinner
Seafood at The Salt Line with Cindy, Kendal, Matt, Jeff, Christine, Tao, and Athina
View on MapsHotel Drop-off
Taking Athina, Emanuel, Sho, Christine, Tao, and Cindy back to the Crystal Gateway Marriott.
View on Maps[Adam] Make dinner for Emanuel/Sho
[Kendal/Matt] Go back to Matt's place
Saturday
May 9th, 2026
The Ceremony
[Adam] Wake up and walk dog
[Theodora] Makes small breakfast
[Adam/Jeff/Theodora] Gym
[Adam/Jeff/Theodora] Back at the house and getting ready
[Adam/Jeff/Theodora] Drop Jeff and Theodora off at island and then go meetup with everyone at the parking garage
Hotel Pickup
Matt and Kendal will drive together and pick people up from the Crystal Gateway Marriott hotel and drive them to the ceremony.
Meet at Parking Lot
Everyone meets at the parking garage. We will walk to the ceremony location together.
Entrance To Parking Garage on MapsWalking Route From Parking Garage To Ceremony on Maps Island Parking Lot on Maps
Ceremony
Theodore Roosevelt Island. The ceremony and photos will take about 1-2 hours.
Ceremony Location on MapsBrunch Celebration
Light celebration lunch at Barcelona Wine Bar
View on MapsWashington National Cathedral
Exploring the Cathedral after brunch.
View on MapsBasilica
Visiting the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception.
View on MapsDinner
Amazing Greek food at Our Mom Eugenia with Cindy, Kendal, Matt, Jeff, Christine, Tao, Athina, Emanuel, and Sho
View on MapsSunday
May 10th, 2026
Mother's Day
[Adam] Wake up and walk dog
[Jeff] Wake up and get ready for day
[Theodora] Makes small breakfast
[Theodora/Adam] Get ready for the day
Hotel Pickup
Picking up Athina, Emanuel, and Sho from the hotel and taking them to DCA
Hotel Pickup
Picking up Jeff and Cindy from the hotel and taking them to the national Aquarium
National Aquarium
Seeing the fishes!
View on MapsMonday
May 11th, 2026
Schedule to be announced.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear?
Sunday best, but please wear comfortable walking shoes. The ceremony is on Roosevelt Island and we will be walking on a dirt path (see below). There is about 15 minutes of walking between the parking garage and the ceremony location and we care more about you being comfortable than anything else. We do not want anyone sweating and or miserable. Be comfortable!
Are gifts expected?
Nope. We do not need any more material things. The fact that our humans are here with us means more than anything else. We will have a registry for the big wedding on April 10th 2027.
Do I need to rent a car?
Nope. We have enough locals and cars to handle transportation. We will make sure everything is taken care of. If you are staying at the Crystal Gateway Marriott hotel, then everything you could need should be within a 5 minute walk.
Are there bathrooms on the island?
There are no bathrooms on the island but if you are one with nature, there are infinite private bushes.
Is there a ceremony rehearsal?
Nope. The Friday dinner might seem like a rehearsal dinner, but there is no rehearsal. This is a small civil ceremony with a weekend of activities to go with it.
What are our food options between activities?
Your hotel has food options if you want a quick snack or light breakfast. If you would like us to provide snacks, let us know in advance and we will create a snack pack for you. If you are with us and hungry, let us know and we will get you food.
Can I bring food or drinks to the ceremony?
No. Please do not bring any food or drinks to Theodore Roosevelt Island. We want to be respectful to the island policy of leave no trace. Brunch follows immediately after.
Will activities be indoors or outdoors?
A mix of both, but in general be prepared to do walking outside. This is why the dress code emphasizes comfort over style.
Can I take photos during the ceremony?
Yes, but we have a photographer so please enjoy the moment.
What if I have dietary restrictions?
Please let us know in advance and we will accommodate.