Maya & Jon — golden hour at the conservatory
Maya and Jon at their garden ceremony arch
Wedding bands and white roses on a wooden table

Together with their families

Maya & Jon

Maya Chen & Jon Alvarez

Saturday, August 29, 2026 · 9:00 PM

When & where

Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026 · 9:00 PM

Venue: The Willow Conservatory — 120 Garden Lane, Austin, TX 78704

Dress code: Garden formal — soft neutrals, florals, and comfortable shoes for the lawn

RSVP: Please RSVP by August 1

Open map / directions

Our story

Seven years ago Maya almost walked past Jon's coffee order at a rainy Austin cafe — until he called her name because the barista had written "Mara." One corrected cup became a first date, then a thousand road trips, late-night tacos, and one very stubborn fiddle-leaf fig they still argue about watering. This fall we're gathering the people who made us "us" under the willows at The Willow Conservatory. Come for the vows, stay for dinner under the lanterns, and help us start the next chapter.

Schedule

  • 3:30 PM

    Guest arrival

    Terrace refreshments

  • 4:00 PM

    Ceremony

    Willow garden lawn — unplugged

  • 5:00 PM

    Cocktail hour

    Terrace & rose garden

  • 6:30 PM

    Dinner & toasts

    Main conservatory hall

  • 8:00 PM

    Dancing

    Until the stars (and DJ) say goodnight

FAQ

Are kids welcome?
Ceremony is open to all. Reception is adults-only so everyone can celebrate fully.
Where should guests stay?
Room blocks at Hotel Ella and The LINE Austin under "Chen-Alvarez." Book by August 1.
Is there parking?
Complimentary valet at the main Garden Lane entrance.
Can I take photos during the ceremony?
Unplugged ceremony — phones away until cocktail hour.

Your presence is the gift — a small registry is available if you wish.

View gift registry

RSVP

Let the hosts know if you can make it.

Will you attend?