TOGETHER WITH THEIR FAMILIES
Pilar Dirickson Garrett
and Peter McRury Crout
INVITE YOU TO JOIN IN A CELEBRATION OF THEIR MARRIAGE
on
22 NOVEMBER 2025
in
TIRADENTES, MINAS GERAIS, BRAZIL
Schedule of Events
Friday, November 21 at 5pm
Welcome Drinks at Solar da Ponte
Largo das Mercês, Tiradentes, MG
Please join us for a toast to kick off the weekend at Solar da Ponte in the historic center of Tiradentes. There will be small bites in addition to wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages. After a few drinks and some appetizers, we encourage you to discover the magic of Tiradentes by foot along charming cobble-stone streets. We’ll be sure to share a list of our favorite restaurants and bars with you so you can explore the many culinary options Tiradentes has to offer!
FYI: Pilar’s maternal grandparents founded Solar da Ponte as the first hotel in Tiradentes in 1971,
and her parents celebrated their own marriage there in 1991!
Suggested Dress: Cocktail Attire
Saturday, November 22
Doors at 3pm
Ceremony will begin promptly at 4pm
Ceremony and Reception at Pousada Alma Serra
420 Rua Santíssima Trindade, Tiradentes, MG
On the anniversary of our civil ceremony at Manhattan City Hall, please join us as we celebrate our marriage as well as our community of family and friends who have made our first decade together so good. We cannot wait to eat, drink, and dance with you all under the stars and in the shadow of the magnificent Serra de São José – the mountain range that provides a dramatic backdrop to Tiradentes and to our venue.
Once it’s time for a change of scenery, anyone eager to keep the party going can walk
with us through town to our after party location.
Suggested Dress: Romantic Chic (formal but not fussy)
Para os brasileiros: Esporte Fino
Description: It will be late spring in Tiradentes, so expect daytime temperatures in the 22ºC - 29ºC / 71ºF - 85ºF range; evening temperatures can drop to 15ºC / 62 ºF so a light extra layer is recommended. At this time of year, rain is also always a possibility (although our events will be covered!). For ceremony and reception attire, think formal but not fussy, taking into consideration the heat and tropical environment. For friends and family arriving from the Northern Hemisphere, imagine dressing for a summer wedding in a mediterranean-meets-tropical atmosphere. We want you to be comfortable and feeling your best! The ceremony and reception will take place on grassy lawns with stone patios, so keep this in mind when selecting your footwear :-)
Sunday, November 23
Goodbye Breakfast at Marcas Mineiras Café
49 Rua Senhora das Mercês, Tiradentes, MG
Please join us for coffee and a late breakfast at Marcas Mineiras Café, located across the Praça das Mercês from Solar da Ponte. Coffee and tea as well as a spread of traditional mineiro breakfast cakes, sandwiches, cheeses, and more will be offered for a small charge of R$70 per person (around $11 USD).
Suggested Dress: Casual! It’s the morning after.
About Tiradentes
Nestled in the mountains of Minas Gerais, a state in Southeast Brazil, Tiradentes is a small historic city reachable from both São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro by car, bus, or plane. Disclaimer: Tiradentes is not a beach destination! The ocean is not nearby, but what Minas Gerais lacks in salt water it makes up for with abudant waterfalls, rolling hills, world-renowned gastronomy, and exquisite eighteenth century art and architecture.
Tiradentes is recognized as one of the most intact examples of Portuguese colonial architecture in the world, and the entire region is replete with spectacular museums, ornate Baroque churches, and a natural landsdcape that has inspired countless artists and writers – both Brazilian and international – over the centuries. The neighboring city of Ouro Preto was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1980 for its Baroque architecuture, and both Tiradentes and Ouro Preto once formed part of the ciclo do ouro – or gold cycle – that sent over 800 tons of the precious mineral to Portugal throughout the eighteenth century.
Since its “rediscovery” in the late 1960s, Tiradentes has become a world-class destination for lovers of history, art, architecture, and gastronomy. Tiradentes hosts an international film festival every January, as well as various arts and culinary festivals throughout the rest of the year. Pilar’s family has been part of the preservation of the city and its surrounding natural landscapes since the early 1970s, opening the first hotel in Tiradentes in 1971 and founding the Sociedade Amigos de Tiradentes (Society of the Friends of Tiradentes) in 1980 to aid in the restoration and cultural revitalization of the city, as well as the protection of the Serra de São José as a state-recognized nature preserve.
When it came time to decide where we would celebrate our marriage alongside our closest friends and family, we could not think of a better location. Tiradentes was also the first place Peter and Pilar traveled to together, a short three months after meeting :-) We’re so excited to share the magic of Tiradentes with you all and to bring our community of loved ones into its long history – this town is an inextricable part of our story, and we cannot wait to celebrate our love with you there.
How to Arrive
Despite being tucked away from the hustle and bustle of Brazil’s largeset cities, it is luckily quite easy to arrive in Tiradentes from international points of departure. If you are traveling from Canada, the United States, or Europe, we recommend purchasing a flight to the capital of the state of Minas Gerais – Belo Horizonte – with a connection in São Paulo. From North America and Europe, we recommend you find a direct flight to São Paulo or a flight with one stop. These are generally overnight. Once in São Paulo, the flight to Belo Horizonte is a quick 1.5 hours.
Once you arrive in Belo Horizonte, we will have shuttle buses organized to bring you to Tiradentes (about a three hour drive away) for the wedding weekend. Bus transfers will be available on Thursday, November 20 and Friday, November 21 only. Once we are closer to the date we will send out a questionnaire asking you to select which shuttle time works best for you; there will most likely be two options per day. There will be a small per person fee for the bus transfer.
If you prefer to arrive earlier or if none of the available times work for you, there are several other options for arrival in Tiradentes, including bus, rental car, or hired driver. If you opt for the latter, please let us know and we can connect you with drivers we trust! If you’re feeling truly adventurous, there is also the option to arrive by helicopter (which some people do!). If that’s something you’re into, let us know and we will send you that info ;-)
Options for Arrival from Canada, USA, or Europe:
Step 1. Purchase flights from your point of departure to:
Belo Horizonte Tancredo Neves Int'l Airport (CNF)*
Step 2. Bus transfer to Tiradentes from Belo Horizonte Airport
on 11/20 or 11/21 (organized by us)
or
organize your own transfer via
one of the options mentioned above
Step 3. Arrival in Tiradentes :-)
*This will most likely involve a connection at
São Paulo Guarulhos Int’l Airport (GRU)
For Arrivals from Brazil/Rest of South America:
Purchase flights from your point of departure to:
Belo Horizonte Tancredo Neves Int'l Airport (CNF)
and participate in bus transfer.
or
Arrive in Tiradentes via your preferred method!
Please Note: Our wedding celebrations are set to take place the weekend before American Thanksgiving; our hope is that you will be able to turn the trip into an extended experience in Brazil or in neighboring countries! We’re excited to share our favorite spots in São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and more with you all under our Suggested Itineraries tab (coming soon). A week or ten days in Brazil is enough time to see some of the greatest hits. We truly cannot wait to share this beautiful country with you all and of course, we’re available to answer any and all questions.
Once you arrive in Belo Horizonte, we will have shuttle buses organized to bring you to Tiradentes (about a three hour drive away) for the wedding weekend. Bus transfers will be available on Thursday, November 20 and Friday, November 21 only. Once we are closer to the date we will send out a questionnaire asking you to select which shuttle time works best for you; there will most likely be two options per day. There will be a small per person fee for the bus transfer.
If you prefer to arrive earlier or if none of the available times work for you, there are several other options for arrival in Tiradentes, including bus, rental car, or hired driver. If you opt for the latter, please let us know and we can connect you with drivers we trust! If you’re feeling truly adventurous, there is also the option to arrive by helicopter (which some people do!). If that’s something you’re into, let us know and we will send you that info ;-)
Options for Arrival from Canada, USA, or Europe:
Step 1. Purchase flights from your point of departure to:
Belo Horizonte Tancredo Neves Int'l Airport (CNF)*
Step 2. Bus transfer to Tiradentes from Belo Horizonte Airport
on 11/20 or 11/21 (organized by us)
or
organize your own transfer via
one of the options mentioned above
Step 3. Arrival in Tiradentes :-)
*This will most likely involve a connection at
São Paulo Guarulhos Int’l Airport (GRU)
For Arrivals from Brazil/Rest of South America:
Purchase flights from your point of departure to:
Belo Horizonte Tancredo Neves Int'l Airport (CNF)
and participate in bus transfer.
or
Arrive in Tiradentes via your preferred method!
Please Note: Our wedding celebrations are set to take place the weekend before American Thanksgiving; our hope is that you will be able to turn the trip into an extended experience in Brazil or in neighboring countries! We’re excited to share our favorite spots in São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and more with you all under our Suggested Itineraries tab (coming soon). A week or ten days in Brazil is enough time to see some of the greatest hits. We truly cannot wait to share this beautiful country with you all and of course, we’re available to answer any and all questions.
Accommodations
Tiradentes is a town of charming rental homes, hotels, bed and breakfasts, and more to match
every need and budget. Below are several hotel and airbnb options that are all in the historic center of Tiradentes
and are walking distance to/from each of our event venues.
Each offers different room sizes and several are able to accommodate larger groups and/or families.
If we can answer any questions or help you with booking your
accommodation, just let us know!
WhatsApp: + 55 (32) 99939-2198
Note: We have a hotel block at Pousada Alma Serra, which is the venue for our ceremony and reception! Please contact Renata (hotel manager) via the above Whatsapp number to reserve a room at our discounted rate.
Rates: from $142 to $178 USD per night (R$ 780,00 to R$980,00 BRL) with full breakfast included.
WhatsApp: + 55 (32) 99939-2198
Note: Pousada with nine suites, with either queen beds or two single beds in each room. Includes infinity pool with a gorgeous view (and it’s right next door to our wedding venue!). If you are interested in booking, please contact Renata via Whatsapp at + 55 (32) 99939-2198.
Rates: from $144 to $162 USD per night (R$ 790,00 to R$890,00 BRL) with full breakfast included.
WhatsApp: +55 (32) 9902-6001
WhatsApp: +55 (32) 3355-1699
WhatsApp: +55 (32) 3355-1536
WhatsApp: +55 (32) 3355-2240