Wedding Day

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Our Wedding

Tommy and I met in the fall of 2013. I had played in a volleyball tournament that day with some friends and we decided to go out that evening to Bar Louie (RIP). Tommy was invited by a mutual friend on my team and we ended up sitting next to each other and chatting the whole night. We saw each other again at a birthday party the next weekend and continued to hit it off. We ended up dating for about a year and half at that point and then went separate ways, but stayed in contact over the years. We both fostered dogs at this point and there was one dog in particular that Tommy fostered and adopted out 4 times only for him to be returned to Tommy until he finally adopted him officially the fourth time around. This dog, Howie (RIP), was a (115 pound) invisible string that really tied us together until 2020 when we officially reunited and began dating again. Through lots of time together during Covid, we fell in love (again) and the rest is history! I planned a trip to Ireland and Scotland for Tommy and I for his 40th birthday this year and he gave us even more to celebrate by asking me to be his wife on a beautiful overlook in the Aran Islands in Ireland. We are so excited to celebrate with you all in November 2026!

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Wedding Party

We have a reserved wedding block at this hotel. It is newer and the rooms are spacious and have nice views of the city. The venue is a half mile away!

Hilton Columbus Downtown

We do not have a block at this hotel, but it is a great option if you would like to stay somewhere outside of the Hilton. It is about .7 Miles from the Venue.

AC Hotel Columbus Downtown, OH

Directly next to the venue is a block of Airbnbs for rent. There are one bedroom and two bedroom options and they include a parking space. You will be directly next to the venue!

The Ellis Lofts

If you are looking for an elevated hotel experience, The Joseph is a beautiful hotel in the heart of the Short north. With a great bar in the Hotel and a Cameron Mitchel Restaurant (The Guild House) below it is a great option. This is about .7 Miles from the venue.

The Joseph

The Canopy by Hilton is a great similar option to The Hilton with slightly smaller rooms. There is a great rooftop bar at this location called Goodale Station - if you choose to stay here hop up for a snack and a cocktail!

Canopy By Hilton Columbus Downtown Short North

Travel

Columbus is a growing city and you will be right in the heart of the Short North which offers so much to do, from restaurants, to shopping, art galleries, live music etc. Below is a list of a few of our favorite spots to eat and drink and things to do! We hope you enjoy your time in O-H-I-O!

Hop online to book a table and have a few cocktails and snacks while listening to some great jazz music!

Ginger Rabbit Jazz Lounge

If you searching for pizza by the slice, look no further than Mikeys! You can't go wrong with any of the pizzas and make sure to try the unicorn sauce. If you're feeling adventurous, walk down to the basement and right into the walk in fridge - it's a tiki bar speak easy called the Sacred Palm.. Shhhh - you didn't hear it from me!

Mikey's Late Night Slice

One of the best places to grab happy hour drinks and really solid wood-fired pizza. HH is from 4-6 M-F and Beer, Cocktail, Wine by the Glass, Apps, and pizzas are all half off!

Forno Kitchen + Bar

Martini has been a staple in the short north for years. Drop in for a perfect dirty martini and a great meal! Stroll next door to Char Bar after for the best Long Island Iced Tea in the City!

Martini Modern Italian

Duck-Pin Bowling, 4-Square, Big Pong? Pins is a playground for adults and kids. They also have a solid draft list and decent cocktails!

Pins Mechanical Co.

Jackie O's is a brewery out of Athens Ohio (where Tommy's Alma Mater is located - Go Bobcats!). Their brewery here is huge with great outdoor areas to lounge or watch football.

Jackie O's On Fourth

If you love wine - this is a must! They have a great selection by the glass, or you can choose a bottle from their curated selection for a small corkage fee. If you don't know what to choose, their staff is amazing at helping you find something wonderful!

Wine on High Bar & Retail

Arguably our favorite Columbus Brewery (and location of our welcome party!). They have a fun space with great beers, seltzers, cocktails and typically have a killer food truck! We recommend the Nimbus Iceberg (a light beer with a frozen paloma floater).

Seventh Son Brewing Co.

If you're on the hunt for a fancy cocktail with a great view of the city, visit Stories on High for a drink and a snack! You can reserve a table online, but most evenings finding a bar seat isn't too hard either!

Stories on High

Goodale Park is right in the heart of the Short north. Stroll through the park and Victorian Village with some of the coolest houses in the city.

Goodale Park

A breakfast MUST. Great coffee, killer pastires, and a breakfast sandwich that can easily feed 2 (maybe 3). Don't be scared if there is a line - they move faster than the Chick-fil-A drive thru.

Fox in the Snow Cafe

Irish/Scottish Pub Food, a great Scotch collection, and Guinness on draft - need we say more? Fun fact - we took some of our engagement pictures here!

Mac's Proper Pub

You can find Jeni's Ice Cream all over these days, but it originated here in Columbus! The Short North has a great little scoop shop for that sweet tooth!

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams

Best Bagel in Columbus (in my humble opinion).

The Lox Bagel Shop

Things to Do

Dress Code is anywhere from Dressy-Casual to Cocktail/Semi-Formal. We want you to be comfortable to enjoy the day with us in whatever makes you feel your best. Only requirement is a good pair of dancing shoes! While we love your little ones, outside of immediate family, our wedding will be an adult-only occasion.

Clare & Tommy

Clare & Tommy

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