let's celebrate

FIVE O'CLOCK IN THE EVENING
DO RIGHT HALL
108 W. DALLAS ST. MARFA, TX 79843

Cocktail hour begins at 4 o'clock in the evening.

let's dance

SEVEN O'CLOCK IN THE EVENING
MARFA SPIRIT CO.
320 W. EL PASO ST. MARFA, TX 79843

Cocktail hour begins at 6 o'clock in the evening.

let's drink margaritas

EIGHT TO TEN O'CLOCK IN THE EVENING
BREEZE RESTAURANT
WILSONS CREEK

hangover brunch

TEN O'CLOCK IN THE MORNING
THE COURTYARD
WILSONS CREEK LODGE
STROLL IN

Cowboys

Shades of pink is the palette and guest aesthetic. Think Lonesome Dove meets Barbie, but no "blue" jeans. Denim is dandy, but keep it beige, baby. Khaki is the new black. Muted browns in honor of the last name I'm tossing into the wind with my bouquet. Florals (and other mostly pink patterns) for autumn? Groundbreaking. As long as you're in warm hues, you're golden, and by golden, I mean rose gold. Obviously. Need visuals? I gotchu.

Cowgirls

Shades of pink is the palette and guest aesthetic. Think Regina George on Wednesday meets Urban Cowboy. Yes to boots. Yes to hats. No to denim. Leave your jeans at home, but bring the bellbottoms. It's Kacey Musgraves at the rodeo. Give me spurs and sparkles. Silk and leather. If Anne of Green Gables collaborated with Mattel, would she wear the Chanel boots? Inspiration incoming:

Catch a flight.

Long road trips not for you? There are two "nearby" airpots you can fly into to get to Marfa.

Flying into the Midland/Oddessa Airport (MAF) will mean you will have to rent a car and drive a little under three hours to get to Marfa.

If Midland isn't your scene, you can also fly into the airport in Hobbs, New Mexico (HOB) (booking services may call it Hobbs, Texas, but trust me, you're in New Mexico.)

In my experience, the flight into Hobbs is cheaper than the flight into Midland, but flying into Hobbs will stick you with an extra thirty minutes of driving, so pick your poison.

Kick off your boots.

Hotel Saint George
Hotel Paisano
The Lincoln Marfa
Thunderbird Hotel
El Cosmico
There are a lot of unique stays in Marfa. If a hotel isn't your vibe or you're looking for a deal, we highly recommend checking out Airbnb.

Grab a bite.

Lookin' to tie on the ol' feedbag? Here's our choice of grain:

Para Llevar
Closed Sunday. Open Monday 9:00 - 1:00 p.m. & Tuesday - Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
113 S Dean Street

Marfa Burrito
Closed Sunday. Open 6:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Any other day
515 S Highland Street

Aster Marfa
Closed on Monday and Tuesday. Open 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Any other day
215 N Highland Avenue

Margaret's
We recommend making a reservation in advance.
Closed Monday and Tuesday. Open Wednesday - Sunday 5:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
103 N Highland Street

The Water Stop
Open 7 Days a Week for Lunch and Dinner.
Lunch is 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Dinner is 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
1300 W San Antonio Street

Cochineal
This is the nicest restaurant in town. You need an advanced reservation. Click the button below to see their availability.

Raise a glass.

Need a drink? Here are some of our favorite spots:

Bar Saint George at the George Hotel (No keycard needed.)
Open 7 Days a Week 7:30 a.m. - 11:30 p.m.
105 A Highland Ave

The Capri
Open Friday - Sunday 5:00 p.m. - Close
603 W San Antonio

Marfa Spirit Company
Open 7 Days a Week 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
320 W El Paso Street

Marfa Wine Co.
Open Monday - Saturday 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
303 E. El Paso Street

Planet Marfa
Open 7 Days a Week 3:00 p.m. - Close
200 S Abbott Street

Grab a cuppa.

Hankering for your caffeine fix? You've got options.

The Sentinel
Open 7 Days a Week 7:30 a.m. - 12:00 a.m.
209 W El Paso Street

Frama
Open 7 Days a Week 7:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
120 N Austin Street

Do Your Thing
Closed on Tuesdays. Open 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Any other day
201 E Dallas Street

Big Bend Coffee Roasters
Open Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
510 W San Antonio Street

Find the Marfa Lights.

The Marfa Mystery Lights Viewing Area can be found 10 miles east of Marfa on Highway 90. Sean and I had the best luck seeing the lights later in the night. We recommend heading out there between 10 and 11 p.m.

Enjoy some art.

Note: All opening hours and days are suggestions. Marfa time is a real thing, so 11 a.m. might be 1 p.m. Things move slower out here, y'all, and sometimes not at all...

See NFTs in person (kind of?) at Art Blocks
Look for an OPEN sign
109 W. San Antonio

Ballroom Marfa is a must-see.
Open Thursday - Saturday 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
108 E. San Antonio

Chinati Foundation is what put Marfa on the map.
Open for Self-Guided Viewing 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. See website for Guided Tour

The JEFF gallery is small, but impressive.
Open Thursday - Sunday 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
107 Dean Street

Judd Foundation
See Website

Snap a pic.

Looking to update your Insta feed? There are a couple of must-see installations just outside of Marfa.

Prada Marfa
35 miles west of Marfa on Highway 90

Giant Murals
7 miles west on Highway 90

Run up a charge.

Most shops can be found on North and South Highland Street, but here are a few that we love.

Wrong Store
Open 7 Days a Week 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
110 N Highland Street

The Marfa Store
Closed Monday and Tuesday. Open 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Any other day
204 E Dallas Street

Pronghorn
Closed Monday and Tuesday. Open 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Any other day
125 N Highland Street

RABA
Open 7 Days a Week 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
212 E San Antonio Street

Garza Marfa
Closed Monday and Wednesday. Open 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Any other day
124 N Highland Street

Skora
Closed Monday and Thursday. Open 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Any other day
109 W Texas Street

Sister Gaiya
Closed Monday and Tuesday. Open 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Any other day
105 W Texas Street

Marfa Brand Soap Co.
Closed Monday and Thursday. Open 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Any other day
117 S Dean Street

Ocotillo Botanica
Closed Monday and Wednesday. Open 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Any other day
115 N Highland Street

Mira Marfa
Hours vary based on client appointments.
115 W Texas Street

Break a sweat.

Want to get a workout in? Sean and I highly recommend the fitness classes over at Big Sky Marfa. The instructors could have their own Netflix stand-up special.
105 E Oak Street (in the alley behind the Wrong Store)

Note: Classes may not take place in the studio space, so pay attention to where the class meets.

Take a hike.

Big Bend National Park isn't a far from Marfa, so if you're planning on hanging around in West Texas, we highly recommend making the drive.

See some stars.

If you have time, the McDonald Observatory is a must-see. Reservations aren't open yet for October, but these are tickets you need to get in advance. Plan ahead, and you won't be sorry.

Explore a ghost town.

Sean and I visited Terlingua the last time we were in Marfa and enjoyed the scenery. It's on the way to Big Bend and makes for some light to medium walking. There's a little restaurant and gift shop that were fun to explore, but be warned–there are no real bathrooms, only porta potties.

Get your cards read.

Ocotillo Botanica offers a variety of spiritual services that I highly recommend. The shop is cute, and the energy is just right.
Closed Monday and Wednesday. Open 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Any other day
115 N Highland Street

what is against the dress code?

For Men:

Blue Jeans

Black Jeans

Shirts that are not predominantly pink, brown, tan, or mauve. White shirts are okay, but we would prefer if they were layered under one of the previously mentioned colors. Do not make the color white the star of your show.

For Women:

White dresses, skirts, pants, or jackets. I'm totally fine with white boots, purses, hats, or other accessories. If your dress, skirt, shirt, etc. has some white on it, I'm not going to bat an eye--just don't make white your primary color.

Blue Jeans

Black Jeans

Outfits that are not predominantly pink, brown, tan, or mauve.
Note: I would not recommend stiletto heels or open-toed shoes. Sticker plants are very common in this area, and I wouldn't recommend anyone taking off their shoes.

Still have questions? Contact Sean or me, and we can help you out.

are children invited to the wedding?

No. As much as we love your little ones, we kindly ask that you find a sitter and leave them at home.

is there parking available on-site?

Yes, you can find street parking for the ceremony and reception. Also, Marfa is a small town and highly walkable, so cycle, drive, or walk. Ride share apps may work, but I wouldn't bank on it. Again, it's a small town.

can I take pictures during the ceremony?

We ask that you please turn off your cellphones & cameras during the ceremony. Don't worry, we have hired a photographer and will have a lot of photos to share with you after the wedding.

is the ceremony outdoors?

No, the ceremony and reception will be held indoors. However, we will have an outdoor cocktail hour before the wedding. October in Marfa is balmy in our experience. Think 65 and sunny during the day, but temperatures do drop at night. A light jacket would serve you well if you run cold.

what is there to do in marfa?

More than you would expect! The town is home to an eclectic mix of artisan shops, restaurants, galleries, and art installations. Big Bend National Park is a beautiful, two-hour drive away, and there's even a Ghost Town to explore. We've put together a list of places to explore and potential places to stay on our Travel page. Click the button below to learn more.