Illinois Wedding Venues You'll Love
Illinois has so many beautiful wedding venues—we have plenty of suggestions and faves, depending on what you are looking for. Outdoor? Downtown? Garden? We share our picks here.
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Midwest Wedding Venues: 31 Amazing Picks in Missouri, Minnesota, Wisconsin and Beyond
Looking for wedding venues in the Midwest? Here are our favorites across Missouri, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, Iowa, Nebraska, Kansas and North Dakota, plus The Greenbrier in West Virginia's Alleghenies. Think modern barns, historic mansions, a Chicago museum where you can party beneath a dinosaur, a botanic garden spread across islands, a Scottish Baronial castle in Omaha and a glass-walled greenhouse in Missouri. Each pick comes with its catering setup and price tier, so you can shortlist fast and reach out to the venues that make your heart skip a beat.
7 of Southern Illinois' Best Wedding Venues
With its antebellum architecture, charming small towns, and ever-growing wine country, it’s easy to find a gorgeous wedding venue in Southern Illinois. Whether you're dreaming of a boho-chic bash in a restored factory or an elegant outdoor affair surrounded by towering trees, you'll find the perfect space to match your style here!
8 of Our Favorite Small Town Wedding Venues In Illinois
Want to escape the hustle and bustle of the Windy City? Within the rolling landscapes and low hills of Illinois, you’ll find serene wedding venues with all the charming small-town vibes. These amazing locations offer all the conveniences of a big city—but with the added bonus of stunning natural scenery paired with a cool, laid-back atmosphere. Our personal favorites come in the form of family-owned farms passed down from generations, as well as off-the-beaten-path gems with some major historic cred. So if this sounds right up your alley (or winding country road!), check out these picturesque wedding venues that are small-town spaces yet big on charm!
Greenhouse Wedding Venues in the U.S.: 23 Glasshouses, Conservatories and Garden Spaces
Looking for a greenhouse wedding venue in the U.S.? These 23 picks bring the garden indoors, from San Francisco's Conservatory of Flowers and two Los Angeles spaces to conservatories in Saint Paul, Chicago, Indianapolis and West Bloomfield, a working farm with 22 greenhouses in Candler, North Carolina, and an 1895 Victorian greenhouse in Brooklyn. Many are glass-walled spaces that shine in any season, though some lean on gardens, patios or tents, so check each listing as you plan.
10 Affordable Wedding Venues In Rockford and Northwest Illinois
Searching for your dream wedding venue in Northwest Illinois that will work with your budget? We’ve got you covered! From a historic, industrial-style market hall in the heart of Rockford to a beautifully maintained arboretum and botanic garden, we’ve pulled some of the prettiest places this area has to offer that won’t break the bank.
8 Cool Wedding Venues in The Chicago Loop
The Loop is a vibrant area in downtown Chicago flush with iconic attractions, breathtaking skyscrapers, and of course, the infamous Michigan Ave. But did you know that it’s also home to some pretty magnificent wedding venues? From an eclectic riverfront restaurant to a posh boutique hotel with a rooftop terrace, these Windy City beauties will have you swooning over their super-chic event spaces.
Here Comes The PRIDE! 14 of our favorite LGBTQ+ Friendly Chicago Wedding Venues
You won’t have to look hard to find a gorgeous LGBTQ-friendly wedding venue in Chicago. Home to the first officially recognized gay village in the country and the world's only outdoor LGBTQ history museum, it's easy to find a perfect place to celebrate your love. So whether you want to shout your love from a rooftop deck overlooking that iconic skyline, or in an elegant museum surrounded by priceless works of art, here are a few of our favorite locations that get that Love is Love!
14 Vibrant Venues for your Indian Wedding in Chicago
Searching for that perfect venue to host your Indian Wedding in and around Chicago? These stunning celebrations require a special location—one that not only provides a beautiful backdrop but can also accommodate a large-scale South Indian receptions with ease. Here's our list of places that make the cut when it comes to event spaces, flexibility, and amenities for a grand affair.
Serene Escapes: 11 of the Best Weekend Wedding Venues Within a 3-Hour Drive of Chicago
Planning a Chicago-area wedding, but want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city? A short drive will have you surrounded by sparkling lakes, serene farmland dotted with rustic barns, and forested hillsides. From a French chateau-style manor accented by cascading ivy to a lakeside resort set on 6,800 sprawling acres, we’ve gathered a handful of serene venues where you can just kick back and enjoy all that Mother Nature has to offer.
9 Bash-worthy Brewery And Winery Wedding Venues In Illinois
Want your wedding day celebration to be a bona fide bash? Illinois is home to some authentic, working wineries and breweries where you can throw an ultra-cool wedding while enjoying world-class ales, farm-to-foam brews, and award-winning signature wines. Whether it's a glamorous affair at a charming winery or an industrial-chic soiree with craft beer, whatever your vibe may be, you'll find a gorgeous wedding venue with great local libations here!
Graduate Hotels: A Class Of Their Own
We’ve got a major crush on Graduate Hotels. This fast-growing group is not your average hotel chain; in fact, they’re anything but! These carefully-curated and hand-crafted hotel "campuses" can be found in some of the most vibrant University towns across America. Think cool college kid meets local history buff...and falls madly in love. These boutique hotels have done their homework—ensuring you'll feel like a local even if it's your first time in town.
Photo-worthy: 10 Iconic Chicago Engagement and Wedding Locations
From gorgeous rooftop decks with spectacular skyline views to lush gardens and manicured parks, Chicago has no shortage of beautiful places to tie the knot. And while these venues serve as stunning backdrops for your wedding all on their own, most are also just steps away from iconic city landmarks and attractions that make for some glorious photo ops. So if having jaw-dropping engagement or day-of pix is on your “must-have” list, then you’re going to love these picture-perfect locations!
7 Beautiful Rustic Illinois Wedding Venues
You can't go wrong with a rustic wedding in a barn, on a farm, or overlooking the rolling hills of Illinois' picturesque countryside. These gorgeous venues provide the perfect backdrop to your celebration with their laid-back style, vintage charm, and scenic vistas.
Mad for Modern: 9 Chic Downtown Chicago Wedding Venues
Dreaming of a Downtown Chicago wedding with a modern vibe? From an urban garden to a swanky rooftop bar, this city is home to an eclectic mix of spaces that serve as the ultimate blank canvas for your contemporary celebration.
10 Holiday Party Venues for your Chicago Corporate Event
Dreaming of a Christmas party in snowy Chicagoland? If you're looking for a venue to host your off-site office party, we've got you covered! From elegant to industrial-chic, you're sure to find a Chicago venue that fits your company just right. Don your finest holiday sweaters and cheers to the new year in style!
7 of Chicago's Best Historic Wedding Venues
If you love the architecture, elegance, and opulence of the Gilded Age or glamorous 1920s, Chicago offers a wealth of historic wedding venues that will transport you to a bygone era.
5 Of The Best Barn Wedding Venues In The Chicago Area
Want to have a barn wedding close to Chicago? It's totally doable! You'll find quite a selection of barns, all within a couple of hours' drive of The Windy City. Naturally, most are located on a farm so you'll also benefit from gorgeous natural surroundings—many that can be dressed up or down, depending on the style you're going for. Here are a handful of Chicago-area barn wedding venues worth checking out.
Garden Wedding Venues in Illinois: 20 Gorgeous Picks in Chicago, Wheaton, Rockford and Beyond
Looking for a garden wedding venue in Illinois? These 20 picks include five in Chicago, two each in Wheaton and Rockford, and more across the North Shore, the western and southwest suburbs and Central Illinois, plus a bonus botanical garden just over the line in Janesville, Wisconsin. Think the Chicago Botanic Garden's island setting, glass conservatories, a Japanese garden with waterfalls, a 1929 Prairie-style estate and a red barn on a family farm, each with its price tier.
6 Chicago Wedding Venues with Spectacular Lake Michigan Views
Lake Michigan has always been a huge factor in what makes Chicago, Chicago. Besides its important contributions to the city's trade and transportation, its sparkling waters create an ever-changing source of beauty and drama. If you want your wedding to feature unforgettable Lake Michigan views (plus stellar service and great amenities, of course!), check out the places we’ve listed below.
Windy City Magic: 12 Chicago Wedding Venues With Glittering Skyline Views
The glittering lights of Chicago's skyline create a glamorous, romantic, wedding backdrop—one that's sought after by tourists and locals alike. A wealth of venue choices range from storied icons to hidden treasures, but all of the places featured here boast fantastic bird's-eye views of the Windy City.
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