The Equinox Golf Resort & Spa

Rehearsal

Falcon Bar at The Equinox

Welcome Party

Equinox Golf Club at The Equinox

Men’s Tee Time

Ceremony & Reception

Equinox Pond

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Mulligan's of Manchester Restaurant & Pub

After Party

Spring

We can't wait to celebrate with you!

Here Crumbs the Bride

Julia and I are still those same kids that met freshman fall at Holy Cross. Our love started as the defining aspect of our time on the Hill, but now its the defining aspect of wherever we might be.Julia’s first leap of faith was going camping with me at the Falls of Lana in Vermont, where we grilled and laughed until sunset. Julia later shook me awake at the sound—and sight—of a bear bobbing through the woods, holding what could only be described as a flashlight.We spent fall 2019 apart, as I did a semester in Washington, DC. The taste of living in two different worlds was never to be, and our reunion back on campus was equally ill-fated, as COVID had other plans. We persevered and came out on the other side adults, ready to truly share a life together.Perhaps her last leap of faith was watching me go to DC again for a year of law school, then joining me for the remaining 2.5 years. Our time in DC together was nothing short of a dream, that rare period in life where you have change in your pocket, time on your side, and a head on your shoulders. Sharing that together was a perfect moment in time.I thought it fitting to propose on the roof of our DC apartment, surrounded by friends and family, with the Capitol just a few blocks away. Our engagement was a celebration of that accomplishment and an homage to that time in our lives.Now, we hope you’ll join us to commence the next (long) (but not final) chapter together, reminisce in many common experiences we have with you all, and keep watch with us for bears with flashlights.Julia’s endnote: While Evan and I met just a few weeks into our time at Holy Cross (when he asked “who’s the goalie?” to a dorm room full of women's ice hockey freshman while a future American-Idol contestant serenaded us with "Hallelujah" on guitar), it wasn't until the spring semester, after many post-hockey-game Instagram DMs, that I finally made the move. Once I did, we made up for lost time. Evan asked me to be his girlfriend after our first date, and we said I love you only 5 days later. The rest is history, including that bear with a flashlight.

Our Story

Traveling to Manchester

Manchester is about 3.5 hours from Boston, 1.5 hours from Albany, and 4 hours from NYC. For most of our guests you should be able to drive there the day of the wedding! For those of you flying into town, you have the option to land in Boston, MA or Albany, NY. Let us know if you'd like help coordinating transportation from a certain airport with other guests!

Overnight Options in Manchester

We chose not to block rooms at a specific hotel, but the options are endless in Manchester, and there is plenty of parking at the Equinox!

Stay with us at The Equinox! The resort offers a variety of accommodations that are all luxurious and provide the quintessential New England experience. Consider looking into a Townhome option on the resort if you would like to stay with a group of people. And if you have the time, be sure to explore the Resort's Spa or other activity offerings.

Our favorite stay and restaurant in Manchester! Just a 5-minute walk from the Equinox, every room has a cozy fireplace and unique decor giving it the best Inn experience. Shuttle service to this hotel can be provided at the end of the night to ensure you get back safely.

Reluctant Panther

Hampton Inn is a 20-minute walk from the Equinox, but at the end of the night the Equinox Shuttle will be more than happy to drop you off at the Hampton to ensure you’re back safe! If you’re interested in spending time in downtown Manchester for the outlets, bookstore or restaurants this option is the closest!

Hampton Inn & Suites

Very cute Inn on the other side of town, encouraging you to explore the entirety of Manchester! If you choose to stay here, please plan on driving back to the hotel at the end of the night.

The Palmer House 

Day of Arrival, Sites, and Transportation

Day of Arrival: Guests should arrive at the Equinox Golf Resort &amp; Spa front lobby (3567 Main st., Manchester, VT 05254) by 3:30PM on Friday, May 22. Free parking is available at the back of the hotel, with the option to drop passengers off at the front entrance before parking.

Ceremony &amp; Reception Site: All wedding day events will take place at The Equinox Pond Pavillion only accessible by resort-provided shuttle, and a short 5 minutes away. Please dress accordingly for this outdoor venue space!

Site Transportation: The resort provides door to door transportation to the wedding site, leaving from the front lobby of the Equinox Golf Resort &amp; Spa and dropping you off at Equinox Pond. The commute is about 5 minutes. Transportation to Equinox Pond for the Ceremony is between 3:45 PM - 4:15 PM. No transportation will be provided between 4:15PM - 5PM to avoid interrupting the Ceremony, so please be sure to arrive early. Transportation will resume again after the Ceremony and is available all night to guests, but we encourage you to bring everything you need on your first trip up to the Pond so that you don't miss any of the day's events! If you choose to stay overnight at the Equinox, Reluctant Panther or Hampton Inn &amp; Suites, the shuttle service will be able to drop you off at your hotel at the end of the night to ensure you get back safely!

Travel & Stays

Activities

The Vermont Food &amp; Wine Festival in Manchester happens to be the same weekend as our Wedding, May 22-24. There are endless tastings, art festivals, and more with some events taking place at the Equinox! Some events are ticketed.

Manchester Food & Wine Weekend

You can book Tee times online or email the Golf Director, Joan McDonald for help booking. (jmcdonald@equinoxresort.com)

Golf at The Equinox

Take a Land Rover off roading! Check out the options they have at their website, and you can book by calling the resort.

Land Rover Experience Equinox

Relax and enjoy one of the many spa amenities that the resort has to offer! You can call the resort directly or email the scheduler, Evie Roy (eroy@equinoxresort.com)

Spa Day at the Equinox

Manchester offers a wide variety of outlets and cute shops. Be sure to visit the Northshire bookstore!  

Manchester Outlets

Restaurants

Incredible place for a really beautiful dinner!

The Reluctant Panther Restaurant

High-end cocktail bar with an incredible espresso martini!

The Copper Grouse

Our absolute favorite breakfast spot in Manchester, and maybe the world. Cash only, no reservations, no frills!

Up For Breakfast

TCR is an adorable, small and very local brewery & delicious food spot. They have a really nice outdoor space in the back!

Julia & Evan