Welcome
We're getting married!
September 4th, 2026
We are so excited to celebrate this milestone with our closest family and friends.
Please explore our site to find all the details you need for our special day.
the day of
schedule
- 4:30 pm — Guest arrival
- 5:00 pm — Ceremony
- 5:30 pm — Cocktail hour
- 6:30 pm — Dinner & reception
- 9:30 pm — Last dance & send-off
Gallery
A few of our favorite moments together.
The Details
Everything you need to know for the weekend — tap to open and tap any topic below to expand it. — tap to open
Getting to Kansas City
Recommended airport: Kansas City International Airport (MCI) — the venue is about a 30-minute drive from the airport.
Hotel Block — Hampton Inn & Suites KC-Country Club Plaza
4600 Summit, Kansas City, MO 64112
We have a block of rooms reserved at a discounted rate. Book using the link below or by calling and mentioning the “Estes-Watson Wedding.”
Booking link
Book by August 14, 2026 to receive the discount.
Hotel Block — Hilton Kansas City Country Club Plaza
770 W 47th Street, Kansas City, MO 64112
We have a block of rooms reserved at a discounted rate. Book using the link below or by calling and mentioning the “Estes-Watson Wedding.”
Booking link
Book by August 13, 2026 to receive the discount.
Other Places to Stay
If you would like to stay closer to the bride and groom, Overland Park and Olathe are good areas to find hotels. Feel free to reach out to us for recommendations.
Getting Around
We recommend renting a car. If you are staying downtown and plan to stay around that area, Uber/Lyft may be fine.
Venue
The Station at 28 Event Space
2730 Mercier St, Kansas City, MO 64108
Timeline of the Day
4:30 PM — Guest arrival (please arrive early to find your seat!)
5:00 PM — Ceremony begins
5:30 PM — Cocktail hour
6:30 PM — Dinner & reception
9:30 PM — Last dance & send-off
Dress Code
Semi-formal / formal. The ceremony will be indoors.
Parking
Free parking is available on-site, and vehicles can be left overnight if needed.
Where to Eat
The Big Biscuit: 8520 W 135th St, Overland Park, KS 66223 — Southern-style breakfast and brunch. Worth the wait on a weekend morning.
KC Craft Ramen: 6830 W 119th St, Overland Park, KS 66209 — Our favorite ramen in the metro.
Gates Bar-B-Q: 1221 Brooklyn Ave, Kansas City, MO 64127 — A Kansas City institution. Know your order before you reach the counter.
Q39: 1000 W 39th St, Kansas City, MO 64111 — Award-winning barbecue in Midtown. Get the burnt ends.
The Peanut: 5000 Main St, Kansas City, MO 64112 — Kansas City’s oldest bar, known for its wings and BLT.
Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium: 6800 Zoo Dr, Kansas City, MO 64132 — You can purchase tickets online.
$22 for kids (3–11) · $24 for adults
Negro Leagues Baseball Museum: 1616 E 18th St, Kansas City, MO 64108
$20 for adults · $12 for kids (5–12)
Nelson-Atkins Museum: 4525 Oak St, Kansas City, MO 64111
Free for everyone
Federal Reserve Money Museum: 1 Memorial Dr, Kansas City, MO 64198
Free for everyone. Self-guided tour — everyone gets a free bag of shredded money.
National WWI Museum and Memorial: 2 Memorial Dr, Kansas City, MO 64108
$22.50 for adults · $14.50 for kids (6–15)
Kauffman Stadium — home of the KC Royals: 1 Royal Way, Kansas City, MO 64129
$30 per person
Boulevard Brewing Co.: 2501 Southwest Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64108
$44 — includes tastings, tasting notebook, and souvenir glass
The Roasterie — Kansas City’s Coffee Co.: 1204 W 27th St, Kansas City, MO 64108
$5
KC Wheel — 360° views of Kansas City: 2485 Jefferson St, Kansas City, MO 64108
$17.50 for adults · $15.50 for kids
Lonnie’s Reno Club: one of the best Kansas City jazz clubs — one of the bride and groom’s favorite date nights.
1111 Grand Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64106
Sat, Sep 05 @ 7 PM · $38.50 per person
FAQs
Due to space limitations at our venue, we can only accommodate the guests explicitly listed on your invitation envelope. Thank you for understanding!
Please let us know if you can make it by August 3rd, 2026. You can RSVP directly right here on our website!
If we do not receive your RSVP by August 3rd, it will be marked as “No.” We will miss celebrating with you, however we have to provide a total guest count to our venue and vendors in the timely manner they have given us. Thank you for understanding.
Yes! Your presence is the greatest gift, but if you wish to honor us with a gift, you can view our registry here or find it under the “Registry” tab of our website.
Please note any food allergies or dietary restrictions when you submit your RSVP through the website so we can accommodate you.
We recommend arriving 30 minutes before the ceremony time to ensure you’re seated and ready for the festivities.
Semi-Formal / Formal. Please come ready to dress up and celebrate with us!
Gentlemen: Suit and tie, or a sharp sports coat and trousers.
Ladies: Evening gowns, cocktail dresses, or dressy suits/jumpsuits.
Need a little inspiration? Browse our style board on Pinterest.
Our Registry
Your presence is the greatest gift. For those who’ve asked, we’ve registered at The Knot.
Jaron & Imani
Watson · 2026 · watson26.com/wedding