Boots on and bags packed. We're headed to Austin to celebrate Ellie & Caleb before they say "I do." Four days at the ranch with their favorite people: lake days, great food, a little friendly competition, and plenty of reasons to raise a glass to the couple of the hour.
July 30 – August 2, 2026. This is your one-stop guide for the daily plans, themes, and everything you need to show up ready. Let's make it a weekend to remember. ★
The Bride
Ellie ★
Ellie and Caleb's love story started in the halls of Thomas Jefferson High School, where they both coached, with Caleb leading the wrestling team and Ellie running the cheer squad. Two coaches, two teams, one unbeatable match. On October 3rd, 2026, Ellie officially becomes Mrs. Skou, but first we're giving her the send-off she deserves with all of her favorite people by her side.
Bride Marrying Caleb Wedding · Oct 3, 2026
The Besties
Itinerary
- DayGrocery runStock the house for the weekend
- 4:00Check in at Grit & Grace Ranch10630 Wagon Road West, Austin, TX 78736
- AfterCamp Skou games beginLet the weekend's games kick off
- DinnerHibachi chef at the housePrivate chef dinner and a show
- EveningHis & Hers gamesGet to know the bride & groom
Comfy & cute jammies
- MorningBreakfast at the housePlus Camp Skou games in the morning
- 11–4Boat day!Lunch on the boat · BYOB for drinks
Bikinis & Martinis: blue, green, pink & brown - EveningDinner at Matt's El Rancho2613 S Lamar Blvd · (512) 462-9333 · just the girls
Margaritas with my Señoritas: denim - NightGame night back at the houseWind down with drinks & games
- MorningBreakfast at the houseContinue Camp Skou games in the morning
- AfternoonWine tasting + lunchLunch at the winery
Sundresses - AfterPool time at the AirbnbRelax poolside
- EveningGrill out at the houseDinner + drinking games to kick off the night
- NightNight out on 6th StreetThe big night out
Girls Gone Wild: animal print
- 11:00Check out of Grit & Grace RanchBags packed and out by 11 AM
- OptionalBreakfast / brunch outOptional, for anyone with later flights
- DepartHead to the airport
Locations
Matt's El Rancho
Austin's iconic Tex-Mex institution. Margaritas and the famous Bob Armstrong dip await.
Hye & Fredericksburg
Rolling Hill Country vineyards about an hour from Austin, in the heart of Texas wine country.
6th Street
Austin's famous entertainment district, packed with live music and bars. Our big night out.
Themes & Dress Code
Daily Looks
- Thu night: Comfy & cute jammies
- Fri day (boat): Bikinis & martinis: blue, green, pink & brown
- Fri night (Matt's): Margaritas with my Señoritas: denim
- Sat day (wine): Sundresses
- Sat night (6th St): Girls gone wild: animal print
- Sun: Travel comfy
Don't Forget
Cute jammies Swimsuit (blue/green/pink/brown) Denim for Matt's A sundress Animal print 'fit Cowboy boots Sunscreen Cash for tips Comfy shoes
Need to Know
Where We're Staying
Grit & Grace Ranch
10630 Wagon Road West, Austin, TX 78736
Check-in Thu Jul 30, 4:00 PM · Checkout Sun Aug 2, 11:00 AM
Getting Around
Everyone flies into Austin (AUS). We're renting large 12-passenger vans to get the group around all weekend.