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Hi Barb -
With the proliferation of "destination" weddings, sometimes all it takes is a quick call to the bride, groom or a family member.
When my daughter got married on the lakeshore at the groom's family property, about a mile from parking, they provided transportation via two ATV's for those who could not make the walk. It was lovely. And at the end of the evening they were able to transport members of the wedding party to rural their lakefront motel a couple miles away, safely and with no worries about if anyone over-imbibed. Having lived with many people with mobility issues for most of our lives, we try to be inclusive - and it doesn't hurt to remind anyone that "their" day was only made possible by the family who came before.
Another note about outdoor concerts - a call directly to the venue ahead of time often resolves that issue as well. People are nice if you give them the chance! Just don't wait to approach the Event Security near opening time - their job is usually to enforce the rules, not make exceptions.
Last Spring we went to see Willy Nelson, it had rained hard for days before, the open ground was soft, and the venue (which did not allow chairs) made sure those who needed a place to sit solidly on a chair could find a spot for it, and even came up with folding chairs. One of our local parks, if they have to move the concert from the amphitheater, offers rides up a fairly long hill, for those who cannot make the trek.

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Hi, Sue ~
Thank you for your reply and also for the helpful suggestions! I wouldn't hesitate to make inquiries about short-distance transports if the event were something I was paying a price to attend, or, in the case of my grandkids' outdoor sporting games, a golf-cart "lift" to the bleachers. In fact, almost always, they provided that service for those of us who were grandparents or anyone physically disabled. It was really appreciated, believe me! And the guys driving the carts were clearly "in their element"!
In my particular case, attending this outdoor wedding & reception could easily be a disaster, as I need (make that NEED) to be within a ridiculously close - or easy - distance to a restroom. This is a detail I didn't disclose in my reply to @jillb329.... I'm never sure just how my body will respond to restaurant food. It's just another concern adding to the mobility issue. I'm grateful for my amazingly understanding family, and for the knowledge that they'd rather see me in my safe and "happy place" (home) than struggling to be part of a gathering that is more stressful than enjoyable for me.
Meanwhile, prayers for the happy couple, the lovely ceremony, great weather, and God's blessings over all! Peace, Barb