Ryan and Qui

Meridian Hill Park

4 pm (New Time! No longer 3pm. We told you this might happen…)

Did you know DC has more park land per square mile than any other U.S. metropolitan city? We can’t remember the source of this data, but let’s just take it as a fact. We heart DC’s parks!

We are planning to wed in Meridian Hill (a.k.a. Malcolm X) Park, “America’s first national park for the performing arts.” If you ask us, the park is one of DC’s best kept secrets, reminiscent of Paris. Resplendent with terraces, statues and cascading fountains, it’s easy to overlook the teensy drawbacks, like the occasional drug deal and loud siren. Beauty has its price.

Meridian Hill is situated just a few blocks from Ryan’s house in Columbia Heights. Because it’s a state park, a permit is required for all public events held there. We’re in the process of nailing that down, and of course, praying that it will not rain on our parade.

If all goes smoothly, we’ll all meet at the south end for a simple, sweet ceremony. Ryan’s father, Paul Moede, will officiate. Our crazy talented friends Tyler and Maureen Kumakura will perform a song we love dearly, and lead us in a little sing-a-long (a hymn of praise, naturally).

• Plan B: If it rains, the ceremony will be held at our reception location (see below).
• Please note: Due to park restrictions, seating will be provided only for those 12 of you who truly need chairs. We’re really sorry about this, and promise to refrain from an epic, 60-minute affair.