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October Fourth, Two Thousand Twenty-Six

Shayna & John

Are getting married

Ferndale, Michigan

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Track One

Where & When

Sunday, October Fourth

Two Thousand Twenty-Six

Doors Open

5:00 PM

Last Dance

11:00 PM

Save the Date

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The Venue

The Magic Bag

22920 Woodward Ave
Ferndale, Michigan 48220

A Ferndale landmark for over a century: it opened in 1921 as the Ferndale Theatre movie house, spent decades as an art-house cinema, and has hosted live music under the Magic Bag marquee since 1991. Next up on the bill — us.

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Schedule

The Day's Events

5:00 PM

Doors Open

Come on in — the party starts at five with drinks and cocktail hour.

6:00 PM

Food, All Night

No formal sit-down dinner here. Greek spreads, chicken, falafel, and sides keep coming all evening — eat when you're hungry and go back for more.

7:00 PM

Live Band

An eleven-piece band takes the stage and the dance floor opens up.

11:00 PM

Last Dance & Send-Off

One last song before we head into our new chapter together.

Track Two

What to Wear

Dress Code

Cocktail Attire

We encourage earth tones, warm colors, and comfortable elegance. Think fall vibes — burgundy, rust, sage, gold. Dresses, jumpsuits, suits, or sport coats all welcome.

Weather

Early October in Michigan can be crisp. The celebration is indoors, but we recommend bringing a light jacket for outdoor photos or evening strolls.

Track Three

Where to Stay

We don't have a hotel block, so book whatever suits you — here are a few solid options close to the venue.

Hyatt Place Detroit / Royal Oak

In the middle of downtown Royal Oak, about ten minutes from the venue, surrounded by bars and restaurants.

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Hotel Royal Oak

A boutique hotel right on Woodward, about five minutes up the road from The Magic Bag.

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TownePlace Suites Detroit Troy

Roomy suites about fifteen minutes north — a good pick for longer stays or families.

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Downtown Detroit is also only about twenty minutes away if you'd like to make a weekend of it.

Track Four

RSVP

Kindly respond by September 1, 2026

Got Questions?

FAQ

Cocktail attire — We encourage earth tones, warm colors, and comfortable elegance. Think fall vibes: burgundy, rust, sage, gold. Dresses, jumpsuits, suits, or sport coats all welcome. The celebration is indoors, but bring a light jacket for outdoor photos.
We love your little ones, but our wedding will be an adults-only (18+) celebration. We hope this gives you a chance to let loose and enjoy the evening!
The Magic Bag doesn't have its own lot, but parking nearby is easy: the lot behind the venue, the lot across Woodward, spots near the library, and street parking throughout downtown Ferndale. Rideshare drop-off right out front works great too.
Your presence is our present! We truly mean it — we just want you there to celebrate with us. If you'd still like to give something, here are a few ways to contribute.
Please note them in your RSVP! There will be plenty of vegetarian-friendly options throughout the night — hummus, falafel, fried mushrooms, and veggie sides. We can't guarantee dedicated vegan or gluten-free preparation, so tell us what you need and we'll do our best.
Please RSVP by September 1, 2026 so we can finalize our headcount with the caterer. You can RSVP right here on this page!
Nope — we're skipping the formal dinner. Food starts at 6:00 PM and keeps coming all night: Greek spreads, chicken, falafel, sides, and a late-night bite. Come hungry, graze often, and don't wait for a bell.
"If nothing saves us from death, may love at least save us from life."
Pablo Neruda