08/17/2026
Hi everyone—Katie here! 🤍
For those who may not know, I’m Katie Griffin (soon to be Mrs. Ricker!), the Venue Coordinator at The Rink and the person behind all of our social media. If you’ve reached out about a tour, asked a wedding question, booked your wedding with us, or followed along with our updates, chances are you’ve talked to me! 😊
This weekend was an extra special one because I got to experience The Rink from a completely different perspective… as a bride. 🥹🩵
I had my bridal shower here surrounded by some of the most incredible women in my life, and it was honestly surreal seeing this space filled with people I love, beautiful tables and décor, food, gifts, laughter, and all the little things that make a celebration so special.
The Rink has truly been a labor of love from the very beginning. My family has poured countless hours, hard work, thought, and so much heart into building this place and bringing everything we’ve envisioned for it to life. Every detail has been so intentional. 🤍
I’ve had the privilege of giving tours, working with our couples, booking weddings, answering questions, and talking every day about what this place will look and feel like when it’s finally filled with people.
This weekend, we finally got a little glimpse of exactly that.
Seeing our ivory linens on the tables, the décor come together (thanks to my wonderful matrons of honor & Burnham Edits 🥹), the bar and Gathering Hall being used, and people celebrating in a space we’ve spent so much time dreaming about was such a special feeling. Somehow, it’s even prettier than I imagined.
And this is only the beginning!
My wedding on October 3rd will officially be The Rink’s inaugural wedding, making this season even more special. I get to experience this place as a bride first and then help so many of our couples experience their own wedding days here for years to come. 🥹🤍
I couldn’t resist sharing a few photos from my shower, but there is SO much more to come from this day and from The Rink!
It’s getting real around here, and I cannot wait for you all to see what’s next. 🤍✨
— Katie
Venue Coordinator, The Rink