Rehearsal Dinner

Post Toast

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Our Wedding

Bridesmaids

Cassidy Schaad

Kelsey Stone

Katelyn Wright

Jessica Sallah

Madison Tipton

Evelyn Fagan

Paige Day

Megan Fuentes

Lexi Grubbs

Leighton Smith

Sara Hayes

Groomsmen

Ross Tipton

Tripp Schaad

Brady Holcomb

Will Meriam

Will Gaydon

Banks Griffith

Trey Hudson

Santiago Alvarez

Ben St. John

Ryan Joiner

Reece Valeriano 

John Tal Day

Hayden Fuentes

Wedding Party

Photos

This room block has been filled, but you can still book at the regular rate using: <a href="https://www.hilton.com/en/attend-my-event/tysxdes-shw-25bbbc5b-3f86-4c7b-8c9d-2fc129fde447/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.hilton.com/en/attend-my-event/tysxdes-shw-25bbbc5b-3f86-4c7b-8c9d-2fc129fde447/</a>

Embassy Suites by Hilton Knoxville Downtown

Use website to book: <a href="https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/tennessee/hyatt-place-knoxville-downtown/tyszd?corp_id=G-HSSC" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/tennessee/hyatt-place-knoxville-downtown/tyszd?corp_id=G-HSSC</a>click the "book now" button and enter the dates between May 29-31, 2026

Hyatt Place Knoxville / Downtown

Travel

Finch Table + Home

<a href="https://registry.finchtableandhome.com/pages/swym-registry-gifter?registryId=2023544 " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://registry.finchtableandhome.com/pages/swym-registry-gifter?registryId=2023544 </a>

Glass Bazaar

<a href="https://www.glassbazaar.com/registry.cfm/54581/Schaad_Hayes/May-30-2026" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.glassbazaar.com/registry.cfm/54581/Schaad_Hayes/May-30-2026</a>

Williams Sonoma

<a href="https://www.williams-sonoma.com/registry/kctfc7ns22/registry-list.html " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.williams-sonoma.com/registry/kctfc7ns22/registry-list.html </a>

Pottery Barn

<a href="https://www.potterybarn.com/registry/kctfc7ns22/registry-list.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.potterybarn.com/registry/kctfc7ns22/registry-list.html</a>

Our Registry

Can I bring my kids? 

While we love your little ones, our wedding will be an adults-only celebration. We appreciate your understanding!

Can I bring a plus one? 

We are so excited to celebrate with our closest family and friends! Due to limited space, we kindly ask that only those named on the invitation attend. We appreciate your understanding and can't wait to celebrate with you!

what is the dress code?

The attire for our wedding is Black Tie. We kindly request that gentlemen wear a black tuxedo. For ladies, we suggest floor length gowns - color encouraged! For inspiration, we have provided a look book below. We truly appreciate your efforts to dress in accordance with this formal occasion and look forward to celebrating with you.

will there be transportation provided? 

We will be providing complimentary shuttle transportation to and from the ceremony. Shuttles will depart promptly at 4:00 PM from The Embassy Suites downtown. Following the ceremony, return transportation will be available from the Schaad Residence to Cherokee Country Club for the reception. Please indicate if you will be utilizing the shuttle when submitting your RSVP so we may accommodate all guests appropriately.

what time should I arrive to the ceremony?

The ceremony will begin promptly at 5:00 PM. We kindly ask that all guests arrive early to allow ample time for parking, seating, and to ensure the celebration begins without delay.

Is there parking available at the ceremony and reception venues? 

For guests who are not utilizing the provided transportation, valet parking will be available at the ceremony venue. At the reception, both self-parking and valet parking options will be available for your convenience.

How do I RSVP?

We'd love to know if you will be celebrating with us! Please RSVP by scanning the QR code on your invitation to respond on our wedding website.

Questions + Answers

Q + A

Welcome to Knoxville!

Sarah has lived in Knoxville her whole life, and Andy made the move here in October 2022. Since then, we’ve had so much fun exploring the city together! Here are some of our favorite local places.

Restaurants