October 11th, 2026
Wedding Details
Hillcrest Lodge · Mount Vernon, Washington
At a Glance
The Celebration
Date
Sunday, October 11th, 2026
Ceremony begins at 2:00 PM
Venue
Hillcrest Lodge
1717 South 13th Street · Mount Vernon, WA 98274
Ceremony
2:00 PM
Please be seated by 1:45 PM
Reception
Following the Ceremony
Dinner, dancing & celebration
The Day Unfolds
Day-of Schedule
1:30 PM
Guests Arrive
Doors open at Hillcrest Lodge. Enjoy the enchanted woodland setting and find your seat in the ceremony space.
1:45 PM
Please Be Seated
We kindly ask all guests to be seated by 1:45 PM so we may begin the ceremony on time.
2:00 PM
Wedding Ceremony
The ceremony begins. Rebecca and Raphael exchange their vows surrounded by the beauty of the Pacific Northwest autumn.
3:00 PM
Cocktail Hour
Celebrate the newlyweds with cocktails and light bites while the wedding party takes photos in the woodland grounds.
4:30 PM
Reception Dinner
Guests are invited to the reception hall for a seated dinner, toasts, and an evening of celebration.
6:00 PM
Dancing & Celebration
The dance floor opens! Join us for an enchanted evening of music, dancing, and joyful celebration.
9:00 PM
Send-Off
Bid farewell to the happy couple as they begin their happily ever after.
What to Wear
Dress Code
Formal Attire
We invite you to dress in your finest formal attire for our enchanted celebration. Think gowns, suits, and tuxedos — elegance befitting a royal woodland affair.
The ceremony and reception are held indoors at Hillcrest Lodge. October evenings in Mount Vernon can be cool — a wrap or jacket is recommended.
Colour Palette
Where We Gather
The Venue
Hillcrest Lodge
Nestled within the beloved Hillcrest Park, the historic Hillcrest Lodge offers a breathtaking backdrop of towering Pacific Northwest trees dressed in their finest autumn colours — the perfect enchanted woodland setting for our celebration.
1717 South 13th Street
Mount Vernon, Washington 98274
Parking
Free parking is available at Hillcrest Park. Additional street parking is available along South 13th Street.
A Few Notes
Good to Know
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Unplugged Ceremony
We kindly ask that you silence your phones and enjoy the ceremony fully present. Our photographer will capture every moment.
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Outdoor Grounds
The grounds of Hillcrest Park are beautiful in autumn. Comfortable footwear is recommended for outdoor photos.
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October Weather
Mount Vernon in October averages 50–60°F. A wrap, shawl, or jacket is recommended for the evening.
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RSVP Deadline
Please RSVP by September 1st, 2026 so we can ensure a perfect celebration for every guest.