Ludwig's at the Sonnenalp Hotel

Rehearsal Dinner

Cucina

Welcome Party

Vail Interfaith Chapel

Wedding Day

We are so grateful to have each of you in our lives and truly honored to celebrate this special season with you. Your love, support, and presence mean the world to us. Thank you for being part of our journey — we can’t wait to celebrate together! With love,Kelsey &amp; Cade

Our Wedding

Schedule of Events

Cucina at The Lodge at Vail

September 11, 2026 | 7:30-9:30 PM

174 Gore Creek DriveVail, ColoradoWestern Chic Attire

Join us for cocktails, passed hors d'oeuvres, and conversation as we kick off our wedding weekend.

Ceremony

September 12, 2026 | 3:30 PM

19 Vail RoadVail, Colorado

Reception

The 10th on Vail Mountain

September 12, 2026 | 4:30 - 10:00 PM

Following the ceremony, please make your way to Gondola One to head up the mountain for the reception.

Kelsey met Cade for the first time at a SigEp tailgate during their sophomore year at the University of Oklahoma. It was one of those quick, forgettable interactions—just long enough to exchange names but not long enough to make a memory. Neither thought much of it. At that point, they were just two college students enjoying the chaos of football season. Over the next two years, Kelsey and her friends kept showing up at SigEp events, where Cade happened to live. They bumped into each other often—at parties, on the lawn, maybe in passing on Campus Corner. But even then, they were simply acquaintances in the background of each other's college experience. It wasn’t until senior year that the story started to quietly unfold. By some twist of fate—or maybe just the coincidence of sharing the same landlord—they ended up as neighbors. Not only that, but they shared the same entrepreneurship classes and ran in the same friend group. What began as convenience turned into companionship. Kelsey and Cade started to spend real time together. Tuesdays at the Winston became a tradition. They walked to Campus Corner like it was their own backyard. Saturdays were for football games and tailgates, and Kelsey even brought Cade as her date to sorority functions—because, in her words, “he’s just fun.” Fun. That’s all it was. Neither of them were looking for anything more. Spring break brought them both to Scottsdale, Arizona, where their friend group spent days in the sun and nights hopping between bars. Even there, with so many moments shared, neither one thought twice about what they were becoming. Then came April—three weeks before graduation. Kelsey and Cade were sitting together, just as they always did, when Cade said something that made her pause: “I think we should give you and I a shot.” It was simple. No grand gesture. No fireworks. Just the right words at the right time. A few weeks later, on May 31, 2022, they met up for dinner at The Collective in Oklahoma City. It was supposed to be nothing more than two friends catching up over pizza, talking about post-grad life. But something shifted. Maybe it was how naturally the night kept unfolding—moving from dive bars to arcades, laughing like kids who had known all along. What started as a casual dinner turned into something more. Their first date, even if they didn’t plan it that way. That night set the tone for everything that came next: unforced, easy, and real. Kelsey and Cade hadn’t fallen for each other at first sight—they’d grown into it. Slowly. Quietly. Like the best kind of love tends to do.

Our Story

Photos

Chloe Cummins

Chloe Shive

Rian Cummins

Dayton Flesner

Avery McCracken

Elle Curci

McKinley Irwin

Alyse Moore

Izzy Jaccarino

Gabe Brkic

Luke Kasten

Justin Gervais

Quade Cummins

Mason Hooper

Easton Moore

Zach Jaccarino

Keegan Shive

Garrett Salyer

Wedding Party

Lodging

Our guests have the option to make discounted lodging reservations at The Lodge at Vail. Please use the link provided below, and be sure our group code is applied: SVLCCM26. If you have any issues, please call (855) 953-0197. This is a reservation line dedicated to making reservations for group guests. The agents are happy to check availability, rates and make reservations. Please refer to to our group code: SVLCCM26 or the group name: Cummins/Flesner Wedding. Please note that the discounted rate is available from 9/9/26 - 9/15/26. We added a few additional lodging options below. There are tons of amazing lodging options in Vail, so book wherever you’ll be happiest!

The Lodge at Vail

Austria Haus, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel

Solaris Residences

The Sebastian - Vail

The Hythe, a Luxury Collection Resort, Vail

Transportation

For those planning to fly into Denver or Vail, discounted transportation for our wedding guests is available through the link below. By booking through this link, guests will receive a 10% discount at the time of reservation. The group discount is automatically applied—no promo code is needed—and reservations must be made using the link provided. Click <a href="https://www.epicmountainexpress.com/group_redirect?code=VRMEWEDEAGLE" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HERE</a> to book.

Eagle County Regional Airport

About 35 miles to Vail Village

Denver International Airport

about 120 miles to Vail Village

Travel

Activities

The Berry Picker Trail is a scenic 3.1-mile hike in Vail that climbs from Lionshead Village to the top of Vail Mountain. Winding through aspen forests and wildflower meadows, it offers beautiful views and a rewarding challenge, with the option to ride the gondola down.

Berry Picker Trail

Vail Golf Club

Bloom Spa

RockResorts Spa at the Lodge at Vail

Make a custom hat at Kemo Sabe — a fun way to remember your trip to Vail!

Kemo Sabe Vail

The Vail Farmers' Market and Art Show happens every Sunday from 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM in Vail Village. It’s a fun way to spend the day—browsing local produce, snacks, art, and handmade goods, all with beautiful mountain views and a lively atmosphere.

Vail Farmers' Market

Food & Bev

Vendettas Restaurant

Matsuhisa

Sweet Basil

El Segundo Vail

Bully Ranch Restaurant

The distillery is known for its small-batch production, using locally sourced ingredients and unique aging methods. Their Rye Whiskey has received recognition, winning a Gold Medal at the 2021 Whiskies of the World Awards.

Kelsey & Cade

Kelsey & Cade

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