Together with their families

Ethan&Lauryn

September 5 • Boston Harbor • Aboard the Valiant

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The Beginning

Our Story

Every great voyage begins with a single, perfect moment.

We're Ethan and Lauryn — and we decided early on that we didn't want an ordinary wedding. We wanted the people we love most gathered close, the Boston skyline glittering at dusk, and the open water beneath us.

So we chartered the Valiant, a classic 1920s yacht, and we're setting sail across Boston Harbor to celebrate the start of our life together.

No assigned pews. No long ceremonies. Just one unforgettable evening on the water with the people who got us here. We can't wait to share it with you.

Ethan and Lauryn, engagement photo
Ethan and Lauryn, engagement photo
Ethan and Lauryn, engagement photo
Ethan and Lauryn, engagement photo
Ethan and Lauryn, engagement photo
Ethan and Lauryn, engagement photo

September 5th · 7:00–10:00 PM

The Celebration

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The Ship

The Valiant on Boston Harbor
Aboard the Valiant
Aboard the Valiant
Aboard the Valiant
Aboard the Valiant
Aboard the Valiant
Aboard the Valiant

Aboard the Valiant

A classic 1920s, 97-foot motor yacht — the most elegant vessel on Boston Harbor. We'll cruise the harbor at golden hour for an open bar, premium passed hors d'oeuvres, live music, and dancing under the stars.

  • 97′ classic motor yacht, hosting our nearest & dearest
  • Open bar all evening — two full-service bars, premium pours
  • Premium passed hors d'oeuvres (no seated dinner)
  • Open-air upper canopy deck for cocktails & dancing
  • Heated, enclosed salon if the harbor breeze turns cool
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The Music

Ben Durand

We're thrilled to have Ben Durand — the Greater Boston singer-songwriter — playing live as we cruise the harbor. Expect heartfelt originals and singalong favorites carrying out over the water all night long.

bendurand.com → Instagram YouTube
Ben Durand performing live with his guitar
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The Evening

6:30
Arrive & Board
7:00
Set Sail
7:30
Toast
8:00
Hors d'oeuvres & Dancing
10:00
Return to Dock

Be Prompt

Please arrive by 6:30 PM for boarding. The Valiant departs promptly at 7:00 and, like any ship, cannot wait for latecomers — once we sail, we sail.

Dress Code

Cocktail / dressy. We suggest flats or block heels for the deck, and a light layer for the open-air upper deck after sunset. Dressing in our colors? See our palette below.

Food & Drink

An open bar and premium passed hors d'oeuvres all evening — there's no seated dinner, so you may want a proper meal beforehand. Just bring yourselves and your dancing shoes.

Wear Our Colors

Our Coastal Palette

So many of you have asked! No need to match exactly — but if you'd like to dress within our color story, here are the shades we love.

Coastal Blues & Greens

  • Dusty Blue
  • Misty Blue
  • Navy
  • Sea Glass
  • Sage Green

Neutrals & Accents

  • Sand
  • Taupe
  • Stone Gray
  • Champagne
  • Driftwood

Getting There

Travel & Logistics

Boarding at

Rowes Wharf

Walk through the Boston Harbor Hotel arch — the Valiant docks on the water directly behind it.

60 Rowes Wharf, Boston, MA 02110 · For GPS, set Boston Harbor Hotel (70 Rowes Wharf)

Open in Google Maps →

Tap any marker for the address and one-tap directions · use the panel to filter by category.

Closest Parking

The three nearest garages — rates typically ~$18–$44. Book ahead via SpotHero or ParkWhiz.

Map of the Rowes Wharf Garage location

Rowes Wharf Garage

Closest — under the Boston Harbor Hotel · entrance at 348 Atlantic Ave.

Directions →
Map of the 1 International Place garage location

1 International Place

Directly across the street · ~3 min walk.

Directions →
Map of the Harbor Garage location

Harbor Garage

70 East India Row · ~5 min walk along the Harborwalk.

Directions →

Where to Stay

All an easy waterfront walk (or short ride) from Rowes Wharf.

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RSVP

We can't wait to celebrate with you. Please reply below — and be sure to RSVP early so we can give the crew an accurate count.