Belle Isle Picnic Shelter 3

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Picnic Reception

Summer

Our Wedding

How did these two people from very, very different beginnings find each other? By way of curiosity and coincidence, both of us ended up in Boston working as researchers at Harvard, where we found that we have much more in common than our differences might suggest. Family, friends, food, laughs, adventures and LOVE most of all...Love binds us. We can’t wait to celebrate our next adventure with you in Detroit at the Parker Pratt Wedding and the Pratt Wilson Sixth Annual Juneteenth Celebration on June 20, 2026. Come for the story, stay for the party—see you soon!

Our Story

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Wedding Party

Summer picnic chic! Kids of all ages should dress ready to play in the bounce house and compete in relay races. Juneteenth attire is encouraged. Let's have fun!

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Q: How do I find the event?A: Belle Isle is located just east of downtown. Yes, you need to drive. Map of Belle Isle is here (look for the picnic table icon labeled with the number 3): https://www2.dnr.state.mi.us/Publications/PDFS/RecreationCamping/belle_isle_map.pdf Q: Do I have to pay to park my vehicle?A: No, but there is an $11 daily recreation passport fee that must be paid at the park entrance gate. Q: Where should I book a hotel?A: The Pratt Parker Wedding has room blocks at two downtown hotels for June 19-21. The Marriott at Renaissance Center is the official wedding hotel, located about 10 minutes from Belle Isle where the Sixth Annual Pratt Wilson Juneteenth Celebration and Pratt Parker Wedding is taking place. The cost is $259/night. Click here by May 20 to book: <a href="https://book.passkey.com/go/PrattParkerWedding?utm_source=437&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=299965227&amp;trkid=612535705&amp;linkid=3983604544" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://book.passkey.com/go/PrattParkerWedding</a> We also have rooms at the Fort Pontchartrain Hotel located across the street from the Marriott. The cost is $219/night Click here by May 19 to book: <a href="https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/wyndham/detroit-michigan/fort-pontchartrain-detroit-a-wyndham-hotel/overview?checkInDate=06/19/2026&amp;checkOutDate=06/21/2026&amp;groupCode=061926PRA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/wyndham/detroit-michigan/fort-pontchartrain-detroit-a-wyndham-hotel/overview?checkInDate=06/19/2026&amp;checkOutDate=06/21/2026&amp;groupCode=061926PRA</a> Q: How do I RSVP for the wedding ceremony?A: RSVP by May 20, 2026, making sure to list the number of people in your party. Ceremony begins at 2pm. Cocktail hour begins at 3pm followed by reception at 4pm. Invited guests can RSVP by clicking the RSVP tab on our homepage at www.chastityandmark.com Q: Can I bring alcohol?A: Yes. Beer and wine will be provided, but feel free to BYOB. Q: What about the food?A: Classic soul food picnic buffet featuring barbecue, salads, sides, desserts and snacks. Vegans and vegetarians will find tasty options. (Menu prepared in a commercial kitchen where dairy and nuts are present.) Q: Who do I contact with other questions?A: Email us at cprattd07@gmail.com and doc@parkerhs.org

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The Marriott at Renaissance Center is the official Pratt Parker Wedding hotel. The rate is $259/night. Reservations can be made until May 29 at this web address:<a href="https://book.passkey.com/go/PrattParkerWedding?utm_source=437&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=299965227&amp;trkid=612535705&amp;linkid=3983604544" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://book.passkey.com/go/PrattParkerWedding</a> Located in downtown Detroit, this hotel is positioned on the RiverWalk and next to the Hart Plaza. It features stunning views of the Detroit River and Canada. Rooms at the Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center have a 49" flat-screen TV with plug-in technology, a tea/coffee maker and a seating area. Volt Restaurant, located on the property, offers dining options for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. The modern on-site gym offers cardiovascular equipment and free weights. The Detroit Marriott Renassance Center is located on the Detroit "People Mover" public transportation line and just 1 mile from Detroit Comerica Park.

Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center

The Pratt Parker Wedding also has reserved rooms at the Fort Pontchartrain Hotel. Rooms with two beds and/or a king bed are available for $219 per night. Reservations can be made until May 19. To book, visit our wedding reservation link: <a href="https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/wyndham/detroit-michigan/fort-pontchartrain-detroit-a-wyndham-hotel/overview?checkInDate=06/19/2026&amp;checkOutDate=06/21/2026&amp;groupCode=061926PRA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/wyndham/detroit-michigan/fort-pontchartrain-detroit-a-wyndham-hotel/overview?checkInDate=06/19/2026&amp;checkOutDate=06/21/2026&amp;groupCode=061926PRA</a> Featuring an on-site restaurant this hotel is 5 minutes’ walk from the Detroit Riverwalk and the Detroit-Windsor Tunnel. Each guest room is equipped with free WiFi. A flat-screen cable TV is provided in every room at Fort Pontchartrain Detroit, a Wyndham Hotel. Guests can enjoy the in-room tea and coffee-making facilities and a free newspaper delivered daily. A business center with fax and photocopying services is also featured. Urban Cellars is on site and serves American cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The lounge has a range of cocktails and beverages to choose from. Ford Field, home of football’s Lions, and Comerica Park, home of baseball’s Tigers, are 1 mile away. Coleman A. Young International Airport can be reached in 15 minutes’ drive.

Fort Pontchartrain Detroit, a Wyndham Hotel

Travel

Explore all that Detroit's reimagined downtown has to offer! The Marriott at Renaissance Center is the official Pratt Parker Wedding hotel. Located in the heart of downtown, the hotel is just steps away from the Detroit Riverwalk, offering fun for the whole family. Detroit's three casinos - MGM, Motor City Casino and Greektown Casino are also within walking distance. You can also reach them via a short ride on the People Mover, Q-Line trolley or ride share. To tour Detroit history, take photos in front of the famous Motown Museum (currently under construction so no entry) or take the Q-Line trolley to the Detroit Institute of Arts in the cultural center just north of downtown. And bring your passport! The Pratt Parker Wedding hotels are just across the Detroit River from Windsor, Canada. Take a short drive through the Detroit-Windsor Tunnel (located next to the Marriott) to the Windsor Riverfront, the Sculpture Park and Caesar's Casino and hotel.

Chastity & Mark

Chastity & Mark

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