Come celebrate with us!
The Night Before
September 17, 2027
Save Friday night for a welcome celebration! We can’t wait to kick off the weekend with you and share a little of the city we love. More details on timing and location coming soon!
The Main Event
September 18, 2027
5:00 - 10:00 PM
Avli on the Park
180 N Field Blvd
Chicago, IL 60601
Join us for an evening of good food, cocktails, and dancing at one of our favorite Chicago restaurants. We'll kick things off with cocktails before sitting down for a family-style dinner, then dance the night away together.
Attire: Cocktail
All events are adults-only. Please arrange for childcare in advance!
Getting to Chicago
Where to Fly Into:
Chicago has two major airports: O'Hare International Airport (ORD) & Midway International Airport (MDW). They are both equal distance to downtown. Choose the airport that works best with your schedule! Once you land, take an Uber, Lyft, Taxi, or the CTA train to your hotel.
Where to Stay:
We've reserved a block of rooms at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk (301 E North Water St), right on the Chicago River and a short ride from Avli on the Park. The booking link and group code are coming soon! This is just one option, so please feel free to stay wherever works best for you.
Other Places to Stay:
Chicago has 77 incredible neighborhoods, each with its own personality. Stay wherever feels right for you—whether that's our hotel block, a nearby Airbnb, or another favorite spot. Uber and Lyft are plentiful, making it easy to get to and from the festivities.
We kindly request your RSVP by June 18, 2027.
See you in Chicago!
We met in Chicago in 2021 and have spent countless weekends exploring the city's incredible neighborhoods. From local restaurants to rooftop bars and lakefront walks, this city has become our home. We hope you'll take some time to explore while you're here! Below are a few of our favorite places to eat, drink, and explore.
Restaurants
Aba, Beatrix, Cafe Ba Ba Reeba, Colectivo Coffee, DeNucci's, Doc B's Restaurant + Bar, Do-Rite Donuts, Egg Tuck, Goddess and the Baker, Green Street Meats, Fare, Mon Ami Gabi, Kanela Breakfast Club, La Josie, Lou Malnati's, Nookies, Pizzeria Portofino, Robert's Pizza & Dough, Small Cheval, Sushi San, Twin Anchors, Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe
Bars
Bisous, Blind Barber, Brando's, Easy Does It, Guinness Open Gate Brewery, Kaiser Tiger, Kirkwood's, Lemon, Recess, The Redhead Piano Bar, Sparrow, The J Parker, Valedor
Things to Do
Art Institute of Chicago, Architecture Boat Tour, Chicago Riverwalk, Field Museum, Green City Market, Lakefront Trail, Lincoln Park Zoo, North Avenue Beach, Obama Presidential Center, The Second City, Wrigley Field, Willis Tower, Zanie's Comedy Club
Registry
Your presence is truly the best gift we could ask for. But if you'd like to give something, we’ve put together a small registry as well as an option to contribute to our honeymoon fund.
Honeymoon Fund
Crate & Barrel
FAQs
Can I bring my children?
While we absolutely adore your little ones, we’re keeping the events adults-only to maintain a safe and calm atmosphere. We appreciate your understanding. Please arrange for child care in advance.
Will transportation be provided to the wedding?
We will not be providing transportation to the weekend festivities. Uber and Lyft are widely available to take you to the venue.
Do I have to stay at the recommended hotel?
Stay wherever feels most comfortable for you! Whether you choose our hotel block, an Airbnb, or another hotel, getting around Chicago is easy with Uber, Lyft, or the CTA. To ride the CTA, download the Ventra app to purchase fares and access bus and train schedules. You can also use Apple or Google Pay to pay the CTA fare.
Is there a ceremony?
We'll be married in an intimate ceremony the week before the reception. We're so excited to celebrate with you this weekend!
What will the weather be like?
On September 18 in Chicago, the average high temperature is about 75°F and the average low is 56°F. We recommend checking the local weather forecast as we get closer to the weekend for a more accurate prediction. There are indoor options at both the welcome party and wedding celebration.
Is there a dress code?
If you'll be joining us the night before, the dress code is smart casual—think of what you'd wear to a nice dinner. For the wedding celebration, the dress code is cocktail attire. Need some inspiration? Check out our mood board:
