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EVENTS

Thank you so much for traveling to celebrate this unforgettable weekend with us. Your presence means the world, and we feel incredibly grateful to be surrounded by so much love.

Below you’ll find an outline of our wedding weekend events. From welcome cocktails to poolside farewells, each gathering is designed to slow things down, bring everyone together, and make memories we’ll never forget.

More details will be shared closer to the date — but here’s a sneak peek of what to expect!

Welcome Event
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WELCOME EVENT
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When: Thursday, August 6, 2026

              7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

          (Come and go as you please)

VenueDouro Sky Lounge

          Alameda de Basílio Teles 29

          4050-015 Porto, Portugal

 

Welcome to Portugal!

Join us for welcome drinks and light bites as we kick off our wedding weekend together. Enjoy sunset views over the Douro River, good music, and a relaxed evening to mingle before the big day.

AttireCocktail Chic

Think elevated summer evening. Dresses, jumpsuits, heels or dressy flats for ladies; dress shirts, slacks, loafers for gentlemen. Jackets optional.

Transportation: Uber (or Bolt) and taxis are widely available in Porto and are the easiest way to get to and from the venue. More transportation details will be shared closer to the date.

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WEDDING DAY
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When: Friday, August 7, 2026

         Guest arrival: 4:45 PM

   Ceremony begins promptly at 5:30 PM

   Cocktails, dinner, and dancing to follow

Venue: Pestana Palácio do Freixo

           Estrada Nacional 108,

           4300-316 Porto, Portugal​

Attire: Black tie

Tuxedos or formal dark suits are requested for gentlemen, and floor-length gowns or elegant formalwear for ladies. For visual inspiration, please see the Dress Code section in our Q&A.

Transportation: If you arrive at Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport by plane, you can rent a car, take an Uber, or use public transit to reach the venue — approximately 20 km away (approximately 12 miles (or 20-25 minute drive). If you plan to book a car, we recommend doing so in advance.

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Farewells

Saturday, August 8, 2026

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We’ll be keeping the morning after the wedding relaxed and unstructured. We look forward to sharing hugs and goodbyes as our paths cross before everyone heads home.

Farewell Brunch

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Michelle and Nathan´s Wedding . Website created by About Events Portugal

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