THE NIGHT BEFORE
WELCOME DRINKS
SEPTEMBER 25, 2026
The Bandit
841 W Randolph St.
Courtyard Patio
8:30PM
Optional
SEPTEMBER 26, 2026
CEREMONY
Begins Promptly at 5:00PM at The Wellsley
504 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60654
COCKTAIL HOUR
Immediately Following Ceremony
DINNER + DANCING
AFTER PARTY
Cocktail Lounge at The Wellsley
DETAILS
Formal/ Black Tie Optional
Adult-Only Celebration
Complimentary Valet Provided at Venue
CHICAGO, IL
TRAVEL
O'HARE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, ORD
18 Miles to Downtown
Uber, Lyft, Taxi, Blue Line Train
MIDWAY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, MDW
10 Miles to Downtown
Uber, Lyft, Taxi, Orange Line Train
ACCOMMODATIONS
RENAISSANCE CHICAGO DOWNTOWN HOTEL
Required to book by August 27
5 minute drive/ 15 minute walk to venue
THE WESTIN CHICAGO RIVER NORTH
Required to book by August 27
5 minute drive/ 10 minute walk to venue
For additional options, these hotels are also
conveniently located nearby:
Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Downtown/River North,
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chicago Downtown/River North
THINGS TO DO
CHICAGO, IL
Here are some of our favorite places and things to do
in the different Chicago neighborhoods!
We hope you get a chance to explore Chicago over the weekend!
RIVER NORTH
FOOD & DRINKS
RPM Italian - Our first date spot!
Ciccio Mio - Should make a reservation ahead!
Gus' Sip & Dip - Our favorite for cocktails and apps!
Ema
The Smith - A favorite spot for brunch
Pizzeria Portofino
RPM Seafood
Beatrix - Great for breakfast and lunch!
Ramen San
Coffee - Philz, Ralphs, Starbucks Reserve, Ground Up
Pizza Spots - Zarella Pizzeria & Taverna, Parlor, Robert's Pizza and Dough Company
ACTIVITIES
River Walk - A great way to see the city on foot with spots to eat on the way!
Navy Pier
Michigan Avenue - All the shopping spots!
Architecture River Cruise
GOLD COAST
FOOD & DRINKS
LUXBAR - Where Matt surprised Emma with our engagement party! Also with Emma's favorite espresso martini!
Somerset
Nomi
3 Arts Club
Topo Gigio Ristorante
Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams
Coffee - Foxtrot, La Colombe
ACTIVITIES
Lakefront Trail - Our favorite spot for walks, runs and to take in the city lake views together!
WEST LOOP &
FULTON MARKET
FOOD & DRINKS
Trivoli Tavern - Cozy italian spot where we had our second date! Must get the vodka rigatoni!
Aba - Our favorite rooftop spot for Greek food
El Che
il Carciofo
Sushi Dokku - Try to sit downstairs in the Booze Box
Fioretta
The Allis - One of our favorites for breakfast or lunch
The Izakaya
Greek Islands - Right across from our apartment!
The Oakville
Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams
Coffee - Sawada, Foxtrot, La Colombe
Pizza Spots - Nonna's Pizza & Sandwiches, Prince Street, Parlor
ACTIVITIES
Emporium Arcade Bar
Big City Pickle Ball
LINCOLN PARK
FOOD & DRINKS
Sushi San - Get the crispy rice!
Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba!
J9 Wine Bar
Small Cheval
Ranalli's Pizza Bar
ACTIVITIES
Lincoln Park Zoo
Farmer's Market - Saturday Morning
THE LOOP
FOOD & DRINKS
Cindy's Rooftop
LondonHouse Rooftop
ACTIVITIES
Millennium Park and The Bean
Shedd Aquarium
Art Institute
Field Museum
Flight Club - Dart Bar
Crate & Barrel
Gift Registry
Gifts can be shipped to you or directly to us - if sending it our way, just add your name in the gift note so we know who to thank!
