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The theme is Italian Renaissance meets Russian Fairytale. Magic in the woods. Wild dancing. Foods you eat with your hands. We want you to be as eccentric, colorful and happy as you can imagine, you in your most fun mode. Bring your fur, feathers, patterns, ruffles, wear a black tie, wear no tie, wear no shirt and a tie, be barefoot, whatever you want to wear that feels good and adds to the party .

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Located off of Highway 101, this hotel is 12 miles from Malibu beaches. It features an outdoor pool and all rooms have free Wi-Fi. A flat-screen cable TV is included in every room at The Anza – a Calabasas Hotel. A microwave, a refrigerator and a work desk are also provided. The front desk at The Anza – a Calabasas Hotel is staffed 24 hours a day. There are coin laundry facilities on site, as well as a business center. The Commons at Calabasas is a 5-minute walk from this hotel. The Hollywood Walk of Fame and Universal Studios are within 20 miles of The Anza – a Calabasas Hotel.

The Anza - A Calabasas Hotel

Inspired by the Malibu landscape and rich heritage of California surf culture it offers an authentically local experience and personalized service in a guest-only setting. Malibu is a destination whose reputation, at least for visitors, rests more on legend than experience. Its a magical little stretch of coastline, but one whose hotel options have historically been thin. No longer; the Surfrider Malibu is a Fifties icon transformed by its new owners  a Californian architect, an Australian-born free spirit, and an Italian race car driver  into the boutique hotel this town has always deserved, set right on the Pacific Coast Highway, directly across from Surfrider Beach. The look is pared-down and elegant, a sort of bohemian minimalism, the 20 rooms decorated in light neutrals that are full of organic textures, from the reclaimed teak floorboards to the modern-rustic furnishings created by local designers. Upstairs rooms have private terraces with partial or full views of the Pacific. Theyre far from lavish or opulent but theyre luxurious in their details, and life here is anything but difficult  though more than a little bit glamorous, the vibe here is light-hearted and fun. And while some of our favorite hotels use their public spaces to interact with the local scene, the Surfriders roof terrace restaurant and bar is for guests only, in keeping with the intent of the hotel: more a private Malibu beach house than a typical boutique hotel. Its a refuge, but not an isolated one  the views of the pier, the Pacific, and one of Californias most famous beaches lend it an unmistakable sense of place. Please note that a 3% Wellness Charge will be applied to F&B purchases at the property.

The Surfrider Malibu

Located in Woodland Hills, 13 miles from Getty Center, Home2 Suites By Hilton Woodland Hills Los Angeles has accommodations with a terrace, private parking, a restaurant and a bar. The property is around 16 miles from Universal Studios Hollywood, 18 miles from Dolby Theater and 19 miles from Nethercutt Museum. The hotel has an indoor pool and a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. At the hotel, rooms contain a desk. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, the rooms at Home2 Suites By Hilton Woodland Hills Los Angeles have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and certain rooms are equipped with a balcony. Guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Breakfast is available, and includes buffet, continental and American options. Third Street Promenade is 22 miles from the accommodation, while Pacific Park is 22 miles from the property. Hollywood Burbank Airport is 17 miles away.

Home2 Suites By Hilton Woodland Hills

Ideally in the beach-side community of Santa Monica, California, this bed and breakfast features unique guest rooms just minutes from beautiful beaches. Channel Road Inn features 15 individually decorated guest rooms with private baths. Select rooms have fireplaces, jetted tubs or partial ocean views. Enjoy a hearty breakfast buffet in the morning and complimentary afternoon wine and hors d'oeuvres at Channel Inn. Freshly baked cookies and a variety of beverages are available throughout the day.

Channel Road Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Located in Los Angeles, within 4 miles of Getty Center and 4 miles of Third Street Promenade, Le Petit Pali Brentwood has accommodations with a garden as well as free private parking for guests who drive. With free bikes, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property provides a 24-hour front desk, a concierge service and organizing tours for guests. The rooms come with a fridge, minibar, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a closet. Certain rooms are equipped with a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave. All guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer. A continental breakfast is available at Le Petit Pali Brentwood. Pacific Park is 5.1 miles from the accommodation, while Santa Monica Pier is 5.1 miles from the property. Los Angeles International Airport is 12 miles away.

Le Petit Pali Brentwood West Los Angeles

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July 2-4, 2026. This is one of LA's most beloved traditions: outdoor concert under the stars with the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, featuring The Beach Boys and a massive fireworks finale each night (you'll be busy July 4th at our wedding).

Hollywood Bowl

July 2-5th 2026: The largest celebration of Japanese culture in North America, drawing over 100,000 fans including cosplay, panels, concerts, a massive masquerade, gaming, anime screenings and late night events.

Los Angeles Convention Center

If you are coming from out of town and would like a custom itinerary of activities designed just for you, reach out to April via email, aprildifranco@gmail.com and she will dream something up just for you.

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April & David

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Will we need a car and will there be parking at the venue?

July sounds warm, is the wedding outdoors?

Are children allowed?

Is the venue wheelchair accessible for guests with disabilities?

Will there be food served and is there an open bar?