Stunning & Stress-Free: 28 All-Inclusive Illinois Wedding Venues

Venue Superpowers:

Stunning Water Views

Creative Menus

Luxe On-Site Accommodations

Fab Features: retractable glass roof allows for outdoor events year-round • unobstructed water views provide the perfect backdrop for intimate receptions • a generous selection of hors d’oeuvres and 3-hour bar service is included in their event packages

Venue Superpowers:

Dazzling Atrium

Award-Winning Cuisine

Luxurious Details

Fab Features: magnificent 4-story Atrium boasting 20-foot-tall windows beneath a soaring glass archway • toast with cocktails in the cozy lounge-style Enclosure, then dance the night away before the sparkling granite fountain and bronze statue • distinguished, award-winning cuisine that matches the style of the venue's prime Wacker Drive location

Venue Superpowers:

Spectacular City Views

Personalized Service

Luxe Details

Fab Features: classic event space offering sweeping views from the 66th & 67th floors • elegantly appointed ballrooms with dark wood trim, coffered ceilings, and floor-to-ceiling windows • personalized service and plenty of extras

Venue Superpowers:

Secluded Setting

Rustic Romance

Destination Weddings

Fab Features: working horse farm nestled on 50 picturesque acres • romantic celebrations surrounded by towering oak trees, a private pond, and weeping willows • convenient lodging nearby makes it a fabulous option for destination weddings

Venue Superpowers:

River Views

Historic Charm

Lush Garden

Fab Features: historic brick and stone building • the interior is warmed by several fireplaces, with lace curtains and antique memorabilia to add plenty of charm • lovely ceremonies in the brick courtyard

Venue Superpowers:

Luxe Details

Panoramic Views

Late Night Celebrations

Fab Features: luxurious hotel nestled on 88 acres of stunning natural scenery just outside the city • the versatile event space can accommodate everything from sophisticated ballroom soirée or an open-air lakeside ceremony • the Grand Oaks Pavilion brings the outside in thanks to panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows

Venue Superpowers:

Historic Charm

Panoramic Views

Late Night Celebrations

Fab Features: sprawling, versatile venue in the heart of Elgin • the expansive loft is flexible enough to fit events of all sizes • dreamy backdrop with exposed brick walls, floor-to-ceiling windows, and plush, modern furnishings

Venue Superpowers:

Waterfront

Gourmet Cuisine

Personalized Packages

Fab Features: exchange vows on the water’s edge beneath a Romanesque-style gazebo • luxe receptions in the ballroom where picture windows overlook the sparkling pond • expert event coordination and a fully customizable menu created by Odyssey’s stellar executive chef

Venue Superpowers:

Stunning Architecture

Picturesque Setting

Lush Grounds

Fab Features: an elegant country club featuring an inspiring blend of architecture and majestic natural landscapes • say ‘I do’ in the charming courtyard with the majestic ivy-covered clubhouse as a backdrop • celebrate in the Grand Ballroom surrounded by gorgeous vaulted ceilings and wrap-around windows

Venue Superpowers:

Non-Profit

Lush Gardens

Elegant Setting

Fab Features: expansive venue tucked between the Bird Haven Greenhouse and the 630-acre Pilcher Park • Italian Renaissance-style greenhouse is enhanced with spectacular floral shows and seasonal motifs from fall through spring • exquisite formal gardens are a dreamy setting for al fresco events

Venue Superpowers:

Historic Details

Lush Grounds

Peaceful Setting

Fab Features: lovely 1927 golf club surrounded by rolling greens, manicured gardens, and a classic red barn • Old World-inspired clubhouse with massive beams, a 30-foot ceiling, leaded windows, and a gorgeous stone fireplace • generous packages include exclusive use of the entire main floor, including a private bar and patio, delicious food & beverage, and white glove service throughout

Venue Superpowers:

Elegant Setting

Historic Details

Lush Landscaping

Fab Features: exquisite, thoughtfully restored 1912 mansion set on scenic grounds • beautiful al fresco ceremonies on a raised stone patio, surrounded by manicured gardens, verdant lawns, and lush forest • generous, all-inclusive package pricing includes exclusive use of the mansion, a climate-controlled tent, bar service, hors d'oeuvres & dinner, and more!

Venue Superpowers:

Picturesque Setting

Vibrant Landscaping

Gourmet Catering

Fab Features: hold a picture-perfect outdoor ceremony and exchange vows in a private area bordered by vibrant flowers and pines • celebrate amongst panoramic fairway views, a vaulted ceiling, and three private balconies • treat your guests to an elegant culinary experience with the gourmet on-site catering

Venue Superpowers:

Stunning City Views

Open Floor Plan

Modern Details

Fab Features: stylish, sun-soaked venue perched on the 9th-floor of the Staybridge Suites/Holiday Inn • sweeping city views without the city traffic • spectacular in-house catering & bar options to tempt your guests

Venue Superpowers:

Industrial Architecture

Elegant Details

Late Night Celebrations

Fab Features: an expansive and timeless venue in Downtown Peoria • hold your romantic outdoor ceremony in The Quarter, a beautiful and lush green space • celebrate in The Grand Ballroom featuring a gorgeous mix of southern industrial architecture and clean line urban warehouse style

Venue Superpowers:

Late Night Celebrations

On-Site Accommodations

Luxe Details

Fab Features: a sophisticated venue with luxe and modern details • enjoy an easy planning process with the help of their dedicated team • have a grand celebration in the elegant and spacious ballrooms

Venue Superpowers:

Lush Natural Beauty

Panoramic Views

On-Site Accommodations

Fab Features: relaxing resort surrounded by nature • variety of event spaces from the Grand Ballroom to the outdoor pavilion to the canyon deck • endless amenities like an indoor waterpark, cave arcade, and mini golf!

Venue Superpowers:

Affordable

DIY

Outdoor Ceremonies

Fab Features: award-winning banquet hall in Central Illinois • variety of event spaces from the outdoor courtyard to their 4 versatile banquet rooms • endless DIY opportunities

Venue Superpowers:

Modern Details

Unique History

Charming Space

Fab Features: a historic event venue with modern enhancements • exchange vows in the charming space beneath stunning chandeliers • celebrate on the top floor and accommodate a large guest list

Venue Superpowers:

Private Estate

Scenic Pond

Honeymoon Cottage

Fab Features: a secluded venue on 30 expansive acres of private property • hold a romantic ceremony under a canopy of 100 year old lush trees with your guests seated next to the quiet pond • celebrate all weekend long in the cozy cottage reserved for couples on their wedding weekend

Venue Superpowers:

Riverfront Deck

On-Site Accommodations

Affordable

Fab Features: welcoming hotel and event center on the banks of the Rock River • the ballroom blends old and new, pairing contemporary styling and neutral tones with intricate gold chandeliers and an antique wood bar • enjoy panoramic river views through an expansive wall of windows and glass doors, which open onto a pretty patio

Venue Superpowers:

Lush Landscape

Picturesque Setting

Late Night Celebrations

Fab Features: beautifully maintained 155-acre campus of majestic trees and gardens • the Fountain Garden boasts lush plantings, a vine-covered trellis, a large pavilion, and cascading water for a soothing ambiance • al fresco celebration beneath a classic white tent, with seating for 500 plus an adjoining terrace

Venue Superpowers:

Affordable

On-Site Accommodations

Urban Elegant

Fab Features: award-winning riverfront hotel • the industrial-chic interior provides an urban elegant setting for events • the professional wedding team works to create the wedding of your dreams

Venue Superpowers:

Rustic-Chic

Natural Beauty

Creative Menus

Fab Features: the gorgeous event space is designed with a stone fireplace, exposed ceilings with industrial chandeliers, and picturesque windows • exchange vows beneath a pergola overlooking the manicured grounds • creative menus served by experienced event professionals

Venue Superpowers:

Boat Ceremony Entrance

World-Class Ales

Late Night Celebrations

Fab Features: the barrel room is designed with exposed ductwork, custom ironwork, and a ceiling full of paper lanterns • arrive by boat to your ceremony on the deck overlooking the Rock River • indulge with world-class ales, IPAs, lagers, stouts, saisons, and more, along with a variety of wines and cocktails

Venue Superpowers:

Picturesque Panoramas

Romantically Rustic

Weekend Weddings

Fab Features: breathtaking panoramic views of the Shawnee National Forest • say “I do” on the manicured lawn or with a pre-Civil War barn backdrop • multiple event spaces can accommodate intimate to large-scale celebrations

Venue Superpowers:

Secluded Setting

Family-Run

Rustic-Elegant

Fab Features: family-run winery, brewery, and B&B nestled in the Shawnee National Forest • ceremonies on the brick patio overlooking rolling hills, orchards, and vineyards • the ballrooms reflect their German heritage and have a rustic yet elegant feel

Venue Superpowers:

Lovely Landscaping

On-Site Accommodations

Late Night Celebrations

Fab Features: a stately event center offering stunning lake views • exchange vows underneath the romantic pergola amongst manicured grounds • hold your cocktail hour in the dazzling Venetian Lobby and continue to your reception in the Tuscany Grand Ballroom

Venue: Idlewild Country Club