Rio & Jay You're cordially invited to celebrate our wedding
R&J
Together with their families
Rio and Jay
request the pleasure of your company at the celebration of their marriage
Sunday · December 20, 2026 four o'clock in the afternoon The VFarm Bamban · Tarlac
RSVP kindly reply by November 1, 2026
12 · 20 · 26

You're invited to the wedding of

Rio
and Jay

12.20.26 Sunday · 4:00 PM · The VFarm Bamban, Tarlac
 
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Rio and Jay by a street sign in Taipei
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12.20.26
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A note from us

As we prepare to exchange our vows, we wanted our wedding to be more than just an event. We wanted it to be a celebration shared with the people who have witnessed our story, supported our relationship, and helped shape who we are today.

If you're receiving this invitation, please know that your presence in our lives means more than words can express. Thank you for being part of our story.

We can't wait to celebrate with you.

Rio & Jay

01 · THE DAY

Where & when

Aerial view of The Shed at The VFarm Bamban, lit up at night

The VFarm Bamban

Bamban, Tarlac · Sunday, December 20, 2026

Ceremony
In the garden
Reception
At The Shed
Parking
Available onsite
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The timeline

4:00 PMGuest arrival
4:30 PMWedding ceremony
5:30 PMCocktail hour
6:30 PMReception & dinner
8:00 PMLights of Gratitude
8:30 PMAfter party
White ceremony chairs on the grass with a bouquet of white roses and greenery

Please arrive on time. One of the greatest gifts you can give us is your presence from beginning to end. We've planned every part of the day, and it would mean the world to share those moments with you.

02 · WHAT TO EXPECT

From golden hour
to starlight

One evening, six moments. Scroll with us as the afternoon turns into night, and you'll see why we'd love you to stay for all of it.

4:00
PM
Golden hour

Guest Arrival

Please be here by 4:00 so you can get seated, grab a cool refreshment and settle in while the entourage lines up and we get everything ready. We start right on time.

4:30
PM
In the garden

The Ceremony

We say "I do" under the open sky, surrounded by the people who matter most to us. Phones down, hearts open.

Bring Comfortable shoes for grass Sunglasses Light touch-up essentials

Refreshments and drinking water will be on hand throughout.

5:30
PM
Mingle & nibble

Cocktail Hour

Catch up, wander and explore. We've set up plenty of booths to keep you company, with appetizers going around while you meet everyone.

6:30
PM
Dinner at The Shed

Reception & Dinner

A simple, heartfelt celebration over dinner, with speeches, our first dances and the Prosperity Activity.

8:00
PM
After dark · candlelight & fireworks

Lights of Gratitude

We'll step back outdoors under the night sky for a candle ceremony of thanksgiving, then watch the fireworks light it all up.

8:30
PM
The grand finale

The After Party

stay till the very last song

Please don't think of this as an extra. It's the part of our wedding we've poured the most time, love and planning into. Once the formal moments are done, the music starts: live bands, entertainment, and a dance floor that's all yours.

Truth is, we're not really formal people. This is how we want to end our day: letting loose, with everyone special in our lives still there, from the very first moment to the very last song.

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03 · THE MUSIC

The sound of our night

Some of our favorite musicians will be with us, from the very first note to the very last song.

Strings of Serenity performing on violin
01 Strings of Serenity
Nina Pallera
02 Nina Pallera
The band Less Talk in a recording studio
03 Less Talk
The band Chudakad
04 Chudakad
Song request

What gets you on the dance floor?

Share a song and we'll consider it for our after-party playlist. We can't promise every request, but we'll do our best!

04 · DRESS CODE

What to wear

Kindly follow the palette for your group so we all look lovely together in the photos.

Principal Sponsors & Family
Ninongs, ninangs & family
Deep Red
Beige
Dark Beige
Black
  • Long gown for women, suit and tie for men
  • Lace or chiffon preferred for women
Guests
Everyone else we love
Dark Beige
Beige
Light Taupe

Formal is preferred, semi-formal is welcome.

The Entourage
We've got you covered

No shopping needed. Rio & Jay are providing the entourage's dresses and suits.

  • Team Bride Deep red
  • Team Groom Black, with a deep red tie
  • Flower Girls Red or beige dress
  • Flower Boys Black pants, white shirt, dark beige or deep red vest & tie
Wear formal Gowns & formal dresses · Suits & ties · Dressy shoes that can handle grass
Skip casual Shorts & t-shirts · Denim · Athletic wear · Slippers
Skip colours White, ivory & cream · Bright red · Neon
05 · THE ENTOURAGE

Our people

Officiant Pastor Harlan Busto
Groom's side Parents of the Groom
Reynaldo Dela Cruz
Merlita Dela Cruz
Bride's side Parents of the Bride
Roy A. Gonzales
Marilou Legaspi
Principal Sponsors
Mr. & Mrs. Bem PajaritoMr. & Mrs. Juan Paulo PagaduanMr. & Mrs. Roel JacobMr. & Mrs. Edwin PestanoMs. Carina DavidMr. Raymundo Timbol
Team Groom
Best Man
Mark Renjo Dela Cruz
Groomsmen
Arman Jerald Ardenaso
Jean Bagcal
Myung Kook Ko
Quin Kael Pajarito
Team Bride
Man of Honor
Ritz Kimwell Gonzales
Bridesmaids & Bridesmen
Jan Avi Pangilinan
Christine Joy Elizalde
Eugenie Mari Bautista
Mirachael Garcia
Jonathan Ong
Flower Girls & Boys
Akeira PagaduanIori PagaduanKylo PajaritoJuliet Jasmin Dela Cruz
Rio and Jay walking arm in arm at a memorial hall in Taipei
our favorite people
06 · WHY YOU'RE HERE

Out of all the people we've met throughout our lives, we've chosen to celebrate this day with a small group of family and friends who have truly mattered to us. If you're receiving this invitation, it's because you've played a meaningful role in our story.

Whether you've known us from the beginning or became part of an important chapter along the way, we're grateful for your presence and honored to celebrate this milestone with you.

Thank you for being one of our favorite people.

07 · NOTES FROM THE COUPLE

Good to know

By invitation only

We prefer meaningful connections over large crowds, so we're keeping our wedding intimate. No plus ones, please. If you're receiving this, thank you for being one of those people.

Unplugged ceremony

Please keep phones, cameras and devices away during the ceremony. Our photographers and videographers will capture every moment. Snap away at the reception and after party!

On gifts

Your love and presence are truly all we ask for. Should you wish to bless us, a monetary contribution toward our future would be sincerely appreciated. We'll hold a Prosperity Activity during the reception where gifts may be given.

Adults-only celebration

While we adore your little ones, our wedding is adults only. The only children attending will be those in the entourage.

08 · RSVP

Will you join us?

Please reply on or before November 1, 2026 to help us finalize the guest list, seating and preparations.

Your answer *

Reminder: this invitation is for the names on it only. No plus ones, and adults only.

09 · CONTACT

Questions? Join your group.

Scan the QR code or tap to join the group chat for your role. Updates and reminders will be posted there.

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Team Bride
Bridesmaids & Bridesmen
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Team Groom
Groomsmen
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Principal Sponsors
Ninongs & Ninangs
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Lost on the way? Call
Roy Gonzales · 0928 501 8909
Jay Dela Cruz · 0920 270 4853