Pellston Regional Airport (PLN) is the closest airport, located 30 minutes from Harbor Springs. It offers the most convenient access to our wedding weekend events and recommended accommodations.
TVC
Cherry Capital Airport (TVC), located in Traverse City, is approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes from Harbor Springs and offers a greater selection of nonstop flights from many major cities.
stay
THE COLONIAL INN
Guest accommodations are available at the Colonial Inn. Kindly use the link below to reserve your room or reference the Marino Wedding when booking by phone.
For additional accommodations, we recommend OTIS, a boutique hotel located near downtown Harbor Springs. While we do not have a room block at this property, it is a wonderful option for guests looking for a unique stay close to the festivities. Reservations can be made directly through their website.
Northern Michigan offers a more intimate, secluded setting, and transportation options reflect accordingly. While rideshare services are available, they are not always reliable. For guests flying in, we highly recommend reserving a rental car prior to your arrival.
THE WEDDING DAY
For guests staying at the Colonial Inn, transportation will be provided to the ceremony and back to the hotel at the end of the evening. Guests are also welcome to drive, as parking is available at each venue.
Transportation to and from the welcome party will be at each guest’s discretion.
questions
What is the dress code?
For the wedding, formal attire is requested. We suggest tea-length or longer dresses for women and suits for men.
For the welcome party, guests are welcome to dress however they feel most comfortable. Pond Hill is a charming farm setting with an onsite brewery and restaurant, and the event will be held in a heated tent. We encourage guests to dress for the Northern Michigan weather and choose attire that allows them to relax and enjoy the evening.
Will there be transportation from the wedding to the reception?
All wedding day events are located within one block of each other in the heart of downtown Harbor Springs, so there is no need to drive between venues.
For guests staying at the Colonial Inn, transportation will be provided to the ceremony and back to the hotel at the end of the evening. Those who prefer to drive are welcome to do so, as parking is available at each venue.
Is there a break between the ceremony and reception?
Yes - as is traditional with Catholic weddings, our ceremony will take place earlier in the afternoon, with approximately a two-hour break before the reception begins.
Wondering how to spend the time? We recommend heading to our *second-favorite* bar in Harbor Springs, The Wheel House Lounge at The Pier Restaurant. When you enter the restaurant, the bar is immediately to your right. Located next to The Depot, our cocktail-hour and dinner venue, it’s the perfect place to grab a cocktail, watch college game day, and get the party started before cocktail hour.
While Pierson’s is our *favorite* bar in Harbor Springs, we recommend saving it for later as our reception will be held there after dinner.
Guests arranging their own transportation are kindly asked to arrive at Holy Childhood of Jesus by 12:45 PM.
Where should I go between the ceremony and cocktail hour?
We recommend heading to our *second-favorite* bar in Harbor Springs, The Wheel House Lounge at The Pier Restaurant. When you enter the restaurant, the bar is immediately to your right. Located next to The Depot, our cocktail-hour and dinner venue, it’s the perfect place to grab a cocktail, watch college game day, and get the party started before cocktail hour.
While Pierson’s is our *favorite* bar in Harbor Springs, we recommend saving it for later as our reception will be held there after dinner.
