10 Epic Spots To Get Married In Chicago That'll Blow Your Guests Away
By Elizabeth Crozier|Published August 21, 2017
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Elizabeth Crozier
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An Illinois transplant who grew up and went to school in Indiana for 22 years, Elizabeth holds a BFA in creative writing and has enjoyed traveling across the country and parts of Europe. She has visited half of the states, as well as parts of Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean, and regularly travels home to the Hoosier State to see friends and family. With more than five years of writing experience, Elizabeth’s articles have been featured on several websites, and her poetry and short stories have been published in multiple literary journals.
Planning a wedding is one of the most stressful things a person can do, but with this handy list of unique wedding venues, you’ll be one step closer to making your dreams come true! Chicago is home to many great places to get married, and we’ve found the 10 most epic ones that your guests are sure to love.
Romance and beauty abound at these incredible venues. Keep reading and see why these are the city’s premier places for your wedding.
This mind-blowing venue allows you to use the ballroom, courtyard, or lounge for large and small parties. The building is completely covered in gorgeous green ivy and the spaces are very versatile. Decorations bring fantasy, charm, and romance inside.
Located in the old Richards Food Products factory, this is the most versatile space in the city, with 25,000 square feet to work with. It was originally designed for branding and marketing meetings and strives to immerse audiences in the experience. Whether you wish to go traditional or out-of-the-box, this place basically gives you a blank canvas for any creation.
The most epic way to get married is on a boat while sailing down the Chicago River. Since 1991, wedding parties have enjoyed the best view in the city, from skylines to the lights reflecting off the river, to fireworks over Lake Michigan from Navy Pier. There are six vessels to choose from, giving you many options for your romantic event.
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4. The Adler Planetarium - 1300 S Lake Shore Drive
Astronomy lovers will will be blown away at this venue! Large windows allow for views of the skyline and Lake Michigan, and guests are allowed to explore the exhibits. Weddings may take place in one of two unique domed theatre spaces which can accommodate small or large parties.
Located in the heart of the West Loop neighborhood near many famous hotels, restaurants, and attractions, the Aérée Loft at this upscale venue is elegant, open, and well-lit with natural light during the day. Embellishments like crystal chandeliers, a white marble bar, a grand entrance, and unique staircase make this one-of-a-kind space truly memorable.
Located at the School of Art Institute of Chicago, this epic space is full of vintage charm. From the grand staircase to the chandeliers, this upscale locale is perfect for Roaring 20s-themed weddings, or anything else classy and sophisticated. Features include marble columns, high ceilings, a balcony, as well as theatrical lighting and sound systems.
7. Skyline Loft & Sculpture Garden - 1200 W 35th Street
Get married in a historic Chicago building that was built in 1911! It features an 18,000-square-feet loft space with a 120-foot-tall skylight, exposed brick, and beamed ceilings. There is also a garden that contains 12,000-square-feet of exterior space and 6,000-square-feet of interior space with floor to ceiling windows. Intimacy and romance are everywhere you turn.
This customizable space is a one-acre botanic garden situated on Navy Pier. The all-glass ceilings let in stunning, natural light during the day and give your guests dazzling views of the skyline, Lake Michigan, the Ferris Wheel, and seasonal fireworks. You'll be the envy of all your friends if you wed here.
This garden-gated castle was built in the 1920s and features marble floors and a grand staircase. Guests have acces to a ballroom, lounge, and gardens where any sort of theme can be accommodated. The venue will help customize any wedding to fit a couple's personality.
10. Wandering Tree Estate - 125 Arrowhead Lane in North Barrington
Since 1972, this 10-acre space of gardens and well-manicured lawns has been a top wedding venue in the Chicago area. Patrons enjoy rose and woodland gardens, as well as a large four-acre private lake. Photo opportunities abound, especially at the Model Railroad Gardens and Japanese Gardens.