The Best Wedding Vendors in Des Plaines, IL

The Best Wedding Vendors in Des Plaines, IL

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Fountain Blue Banquets & Conference Center 

5.0

Des Plaines, IL
  • Venue
  • Up to 400 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $63

Looking for something unique? At Fountain Blue you will enjoy our chic rooms, award-winning cuisine and first-rate service. We pride ourselves in preparing a banquet experience that makes your event truly special. We strive to help you host a successful event and create memories that will last a lifetime. Our newly renovated venue is sure to impress your guests. Whether it's a wedding of 50 or 400 guests, our experienced staff will assist you in planning every detail of your special day!

Why you'll love this venue

  • Has a dance floor to dance the night away
  • Private area for the wedding party
  • Designed for grand celebrations

Venue considerations

  • Not for you if you are drawn to more unconventional venues
  • On-site parking not available
  • Does not allow pets
If you're searching for the perfect venue, look no further than The Fountain Blue. Nestled right on a busy street, it’s easy to drive by without realizing the beauty that lies within—but once you step inside, you're transported to a space that is elegant and warm. I hosted my daughter’s quinceañera here, and it was nothing short of magical. From the first tour with John to the final goodbye, the staff at The Fountain Blue were incredible. John was always available to answer questions, and what I really appreciated was that he didn't use annoying sales tactics like other places that try to pressure you into booking a space; he provided me with the information I needed and then answered questions and provided adequate advice/feedback along the way. Additionally, the flexibility to find your own vendors to bring your event to life was what made me choose this place over others. Overall, every single team member went above and beyond to make sure the night was flawless. They were organized, attentive, and treated me like family throughout the entire planning process and event. The venue is stunning—with gorgeous chandelier lighting, grand ceilings, and a layout that made every moment feel special. Our guests couldn’t stop raving about how beautiful the venue was and how surprised they were that such an elegant space existed in that area. I have already recommended this space to many people!
Suzy, 2 months ago
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Red Barn Wedding Studio 

5.0

Des Plaines, IL
  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000

Red Barn Wedding Studio is a wedding photography and wedding cinematography company, based in Chicago, Illinois, dedicated to customer service and exceptional visual storytelling. All our lead wedding photographers and videographers have around 15 years experience in the wedding field, covering and experiencing all kinds of lighting scenarios and true life stories.

Red Barn Studios team was absolutely amazing! These guys are true artists and they are so passionate about what they do. They made me feel so comfortable and so beautiful. They know exactly the type of vision you want for your wedding day. Highly recommended for anyone getting married. You will not be disappointed! Thank you for all of your hard work and being a part of our special day!
Sandra A., a year ago
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Gubert Photos 

5.0

Des Plaines, IL
  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500

Hey there! Why choose Gubert Photos? My photography isn't just about snapping pictures; it's about making every shoot comfortable and enjoyable, bringing out the most authentic and beautiful sides of my clients. As a wedding photographer for a few years now, I bring the assurance that comes from years of experience, ensuring that your moments are captured with expertise and attention to detail. I understand that every story is unique, and your photos should reflect that. Whether it's an intimate courthouse elopement or a destination, I'm here to make your vision come to life.

Awarded Best of Zola
The easiest and most special part of my wedding!! I got married last August 2022 and planned it all by myself while being a medical student. Gubert Photos made the photography aspect of our wedding so easy and incredible - not to mention the actual photos, which were everything we wanted and more! Having this day captured was one of my biggest priorities and Gubert Photos did not fail me once. I was able to fill a whole scrapbook with all of our favorite moments from our wedding and thanks to the quality of the photos, we look at it all the time. I would recommend this company to anyone looking to capture any special party or event and I anticipate working with them again in the future!! Thanks again for being great!!
Tori J., 2 years ago
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Artbelka Photography 

5.0

Des Plaines, IL
  • Photographer
  • Fine art style

Hi, I am Mariya, a Chicago-based lifestyle photographer. I have a master's degree in Fine Arts that helps me to notice all the beautiful things around us, use creativity like a power of fresh and unique impression. With an artistic eye and all my heart, I capture weddings, elopements, and love to create memorable stories in pictures. I was inspired by love and Art. I love hiking, dancing, traveling, photographing adventures everywhere in the world. For me, it's more about how things feel.

Artbelka Photography was hands down the best photographer we could have chosen for our wedding day. Mariya was super responsive and professional from the very beginning, making the entire process a breeze. The quality of her work was absolutely AMAZING, and the turnaround time to get our gorgeous photos back was incredibly fast. Mariya truly has a gift and a passion for what she does, and it shows in every single shot. She captured so many special moments that we didn't even know we wanted, and we are over the moon with how everything turned out. Hiring Artbelka Photography was THE BEST decision we made for our wedding, and we cannot recommend her enough!
Kandace K., a year ago
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Siblana Events 

5.0

Des Plaines, IL
  • Florist
  • Starts at $10,000

Siblana Event Design is a luxury, full service event and floral production company. We create and execute original design stories that are tailored to each client. Delivering perfection on every occasion, Siblana’s creative team strives to mesmerize and dazzle guests at any special occasion, including weddings, receptions, showers, galas, and corporate events. Attention to detail is a hallmark of Siblana’s work. Always evolving, we are ahead of the latest trends and experts at guiding clients in making optimal design selections to bring their dreams to life.

Jill and the team at Siblana Events were a dream to work with for our wedding. From the moment we first connected, Jill was compassionate, organized, and highly professional, putting us at ease throughout the entire planning process. Their high-end, expertly executed florals exceeded our expectations and brought our vision to life flawlessly. We didn't have to worry about a single detail, as Siblana Events was incredibly dependable and made sure everything ran smoothly on our special day. We are beyond grateful for their contributions in making our wedding day so beautiful and memorable.
Amanda M., 3 months ago
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Shelly Shimon Photography 

5.0

Des Plaines, IL
  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500

I'm a Chicago wedding and lifestyle photographer with a soft spot for cheap flights to foreign places. Living in Chicago, I've fallen in love with the art of contrast between industrial cityscapes and the elegance of a bride + groom. The aesthetic is both classic and transcenden

Shelly is the absolute best! I first met her at a friends’ wedding as she was photographing for her, so I’ve seen her in action multiple times. She is a consummate professional who truly does amazing work. Not only are her photos stunning, her demeanor and ability to keep all bridal parties on pace/track is nothing short of impressive, all while keeping it fun and enjoyable so we could live in the moment. I can’t say enough about her and her team, I’d recommend 10/10 times! Thank you so much Shelly, you are the best!
Alyssa B., 3 years ago
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Friendship Park Conservatory 

5.0

Des Plaines, IL
  • Venue
  • Up to 100 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $4,000

Tucked away in a serene pocket of nature, the Friendship Park Conservatory is a lush, plant-filled sanctuary, designed for couples seeking an intimate and organic celebration. All plants and flowers come from an on-site greenhouse. Our newly renovated banquet room holds up to 100 guests. From ceremony to reception, every element of the space can be arranged to match your vision. No two weddings here are alike.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Natural elegance with open spaces
  • Private area for the wedding party
  • Provides event staff

Venue considerations

  • Requires outside catering services
  • No built-in audiovisual options
  • Couple must handle cleanup and setup
Everything about the Friendship Park Conservatory was prefect for our big day. The facility is wonderful, with multiple spaces available to stage our event. The events manager and his team were extremely organized and helpful, and great to work with. We highly recommend the Conservatory!!
Ron, 2 months ago
Kenny Kim Photography 

5.0

Des Plaines, IL
  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,995

Kenny Kim has always been fascinated by the visual arts, especially the connection between art and photography. Combined with his love of travel and culture, he has become one of the most respected and sought after destination wedding photographers of his industry. Since 2006, Kenny Kim Photography has quickly grown into a nationally recognized studio and Kenny’s work, which spans the globe in over 400 weddings and destination events, has been featured in the most respected photography periodicals.

Kenny is amazing. He asked us for a list of the bridal party/family/VIPs ahead of time and memorized who everyone was so that he could easily ask people to do what he needed for photos. He is creative, professional, efficient, and timely. We are so in love with our photos.
Ariana K., 2 years ago
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Chicago Street Strings 
  • Ceremony only
  • Serves Des Plaines, IL

Chicago Street Strings (ChiSS - /Shy-S-S/) began in the summer of 2012 as a busking duet, which is how we got our name! Our goal is to provide our clients with the most creative, affordable, & enjoyable music that we can possibly offer. We have a roster of talented professional musicians that can play anything from Bach to the Beatles, from Irish Jigs to Bon Jovi. We specialize in live performance, ceremony music and recording sessions and are available for hire in many different instrumentation combinations for any type of project or event. Hire us for your next one!

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Eivan's Photo & Video 

4.9

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,149
  • Serves Des Plaines, IL

We offer a personalized experience backed up by more than 33+ years in business delivering high quality, creative photography and video on time and within your wedding budget. We are experts in photojournalism, offering couples an unmatched level of value for their wedding photography and video services.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we booked Eivan's Photo & Video, their communication was amazing and smooth. The quality of their work was superb and excellent, capturing all the fun and special moments of our wedding day. They truly felt like a partner, tailoring their services to fit our unique needs and preferences. Eivan's team was a joy to work with and we couldn't be happier with the beautiful photos and videos that will help us relive our special day for years to come. Paula and Mark, thank you very much!
Kevin G., 5 months ago
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Eivan's Photo & Video 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Des Plaines, IL

We offer a personalized experience backed up by more than 33+ years in business delivering high quality, creative photography and video on time and within your wedding budget. We are experts in photojournalism, offering couples an unmatched level of value for their wedding photography and video services.

Awarded Best of Zola
We used Eivan's for both engagement photos and our wedding and couldn't be happier. They are wonderful about asking for your input and making sure you are truly happy with what you are getting. The photographers and videographers are the perfect mixture of professional and casual/friendly so that you are comfortable. We loved Rachael H for engagement photos, and Heather G (photo) and Dmytro L (video) for our wedding. They also actually care about you and the event itself, starting with asking you about your story. We got both a photographer, videographer, and engagement photos for a great bundle price, which was so helpful. Customer service is also fantastic about answering questions thoroughly and quickly. After booking and after the events, they send you information about what to expect, etc. I did quite a but of research into photography companies, and I would highly highly recommend Eivan's!
Grace T., a month ago
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George Street Photo and Video 

4.9

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,295
  • Serves Des Plaines, IL
  • Offer

George Street Photo and Video has one story to tell: Yours. With over twenty years of experience, our award-winning team has been lucky to capture thousands of weddings for our couples across the United States. Specializing in both wedding photography and videography, we offer affordable and customizable packages starting at $1295 that are designed to suit your unique vision and budget. We even offer a fun style test to help us match you with a photographer that aligns with the vibe of your day.

Awarded Best of Zola
George Street Photo and Video provided exceptional service for our wedding day. Their communication was timely and helpful throughout the planning process, ensuring we felt prepared and informed. On the day, they beautifully captured our happy memories with a natural, complimentary approach to posing. The quality of their work was excellent, and we are thrilled with the final photos and video that allow us to relive our special day. We highly recommend George Street Photo and Video to any couples seeking talented and professional wedding photographers.
Antonia M., 8 months ago
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Hairs 2 the Bride, LTD 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 21
  • Starts at $100
  • Serves Des Plaines, IL

Hairs 2 the Bride, LTD, in Arlington Heights, Illinois, will bring the salon to you on your wedding day. They create beautiful hair and makeup styling, offer facials, and do manicures and pedicures for a complete experience. With multiple licensed stylists available, Hairs 2 the Bride will work with groups of up to 50+ people.

Awarded Best of Zola
We’re from New Jersey, and this was our first time booking a hair and makeup team in Illinois — and wow, what an amazing experience! We initially booked Hairs2theBride for one event just for hair, but they were so good that we ended up booking them for our second event as well. We had to change the time for the second event at the last minute, and Mike was so accommodating — he even offered to bring in a third stylist to make sure we were ready on time. That level of flexibility and professionalism was such a relief, especially being from out of state. Hayley was amazing to work with. She completely exceeded our expectations — the hairstyles came out even better than the inspiration photos! She was kind, personable, and funny, and made us feel so comfortable throughout the process. Eva did a fantastic job with makeup. Her airbrush foundation was flawless and lasted all night. For our second event, Chrissy did our makeup and absolutely killed it — the eyeshadow especially was beautifully blended and truly to die for. Honestly, the hair and makeup were even better than some of the artists I’ve worked with in NYC for other weddings! Overall, we were so impressed with the entire team. The prices were affordable, everyone was professional, and they went above and beyond to make everything perfect. It genuinely felt like getting ready with family — warm, fun, and effortless. For our first Illinois experience, Hairs2theBride set the bar incredibly high. We truly hope we get to work with them again in the future!
Fazeela, a month ago
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Heirloom Event Company 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 2 services
  • Starts at $2,995
  • Serves Des Plaines, IL
  • Offer

At Heirloom Event Company, we lead with transparency, clear communication, and genuine care. Serving couples in Chicago, Los Angeles, Milwaukee, and Northwest Arkansas, we’re committed to helping you create a beautiful wedding without breaking your budget or sacrificing what matters most. We offer honest guidance, organized processes, and creative solutions that help you stay grounded, feel supported, and enjoy your planning journey with confidence and ease.

Awarded Best of Zola
We couldn't have made a better choice in using Heirloom Event Company to help us plan our wedding. Our planning timeline was only about 5 months, My husband and I lived in different countries and had to deal with the added stress of immigration visas on top of wedding planning. We wanted a planner who would understand our needs and someone we could trust to listen to our vision for the day and make it happen. Haylie was so easy to work with, always on top of deadlines and keeping us on track in the all stages of planning. She listened to our ideas and dreams and found vendors that suited and fit within budget. She found us an amazing coffee cart vendor after i said coffee would be awesome to have. We dreamed of it being a fairytale/ hobbiton vibes in the music, she found us a music duo who hit the brief perfectly. She helped us surprise each other the morning of and throughout the day. She communicated with vendors, understood the fine print in the contracts and would let us know what our responsibility was. She was so supportive throughout the whole planning stage, any questions we had she answered and even after the wedding, answering questions that only come up after the event has happened. Haylie was intentional, thoughtful and she helped us be at ease leading up to the wedding and day of. With family travelling from outside of the country, she made a simple document we could give to them to have all the info needed so they didn't ask us the day of. Haylie went above and beyond to make our wedding day our dream day and we cant thank her enough.
Miles and K., a year ago
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Windy City Glam - Best Bridal Hair & Makeup Team 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 17
  • Starts at $700
  • Serves Des Plaines, IL

We are a team of mobile professional hairstylists and makeup artists who help brides feeling and looking their best self! Weddings, engagement shoots, bridal showers, bachelorette parties. Soft glam makeup with glowing skin and chic hairdos are what we're best known for!

Awarded Best of Zola
I booked Windy City Glam for my Sept. 2024 wedding. I only booked them for hairstyle so my review is just on my wedding day hair. I knew I wanted to have Hollywood waves on my big day, so when I found this team I knew I HAD TO BOOK THEM. I was so lucky they had my date available. They were easy to communicate with & very organized so you can easily refer back to info such as how to prep hair for wedding day, upcoming payment dates, and/or trial dates. Alex, my stylist, was sweet, accommodating, fast working but super detail oriented (everything you need for your busy morning!!!) I’m glad I did a trial for my hairstyle because that’s where we consulted on clip-in extension placement and color match. That’s also where I realized I’ll need two full bundles of clip-ins instead of one to get the full look I wanted! Trust me, do the trial! I’m extremely happy with how my hair look on my wedding day. It lasted all night long looking perfect! People were shocked that it wasn’t my real hair length because she blended everything so beautifully. (For reference my hair is shoulder length when straight) I paid to have them travel out to my wedding and I’d pay to have them come halfway around the world if I needed too! Highly recommend!!! You will NOT be disappointed!!
Laura P., 8 months ago
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Albany Capture Film & Photography Studios 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Des Plaines, IL

You're not just hiring a photographer—you're gaining a creative partner who’s with you from “yes” to “I do.” I’m Pedro, Creative Director of Albany Capture, and for over 12 years I’ve been documenting love stories through a style that blends photojournalism with fine art. Weddings are more than just events—they're a celebration of connection, and I’m passionate about preserving the real, fleeting moments that make your day unforgettable. To ensure we provide dedicated time and personalized recommendations for your wedding photography and videography needs, we now offer in-depth consultations for a nominal fee of $50.

Awarded Best of Zola
Between 2023-2024 of wedding planning, I had found Albany Capture on Zola and decided to book their services after doing some research. Wedding planning didn’t go accordingly at first to the point where I had to change the venue and date. Luckily Albany Capture was still available in spite of all the changes and was flexible in working along with us. My new husband and I just got married on May 2, 2025 and we can’t thank Pedro of Albany Capture enough for capturing our special day! Pedro is not only talented, he is so kind and professional at the same time. Even my guests kept telling me what an awesome photographer/videographer he is!
Michelle, 6 months ago
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Nicky Avalo Studios 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,400
  • Serves Des Plaines, IL

Nicky Avalo Studios (N.A.S.) is known for elevating the expectation and experience at every wedding, corporate, and private event all across the Midwest & the U.S. We have branches in cities such as; Omaha, Des Moines, Milwaukee, Chicago, and more. We offer services such as; DJ’s, Photo Booths, Videography, Photography, and Live Musicians (consisting of string quartet, harpist, violinist, cellist, and pianist) for every type of event. Our mission is to provide a unique and memorable experience to every client and every event we do.

Awarded Best of Zola
Nicky Avalo Studios is AMAZING. DJ Redd kept the dance floor filled all night long. I was one of the crazy brides who had a veryyyyy long must play list and he did a great job at playing the songs that kept people singing & dancing. From the very start, it was such an easy process!! Nicky was so so helpful. I filled out the document and everything I asked for was done. Before the wedding, I had actual nightmares about who would DJ my wedding (no idea why… just mustve been what I was most nervous for?! LOL) and WOW those nightmares were all wrong. DJ Redd is the best & even joined us on the dance floor! Seriously I cant say enough good things. I told Nicky about the nightmares I had & he went above & beyond & showed up to our wedding to say hey which just made it even more special. THANK YOU Nicky Avalo Studios for being everything we asked for & more. Attached pics of me & then DJ Redd doing the splits LOL
Emily H., 17 days ago
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The Simply Elegant Group 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $1,975
  • Serves Des Plaines, IL

Lindsay has been in the events industry for years and has overseen hundreds of successful events. Her attention to detail and ability to handle any situation that arises with grace and ease allows her couples to relax and enjoy their wedding day. Lindsay not only plans weddings for our Simply Elegant couples but also trains our entire team of planners to ensure that every Simply Elegant wedding is flawless and our client's vision is fulfilled.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we started planning our wedding with The Simply Elegant Group, we were impressed by their thorough, clear, and concise communication style. Moinyett, our dedicated planner, was incredibly thoughtful and attentive, ensuring that every detail was perfectly executed. Her caring and elegant approach made the entire process stress-free and easy. On the day of our wedding, Moinyett went above and beyond, seamlessly handling all the logistics so that we could simply enjoy the celebration. She even appeared out of nowhere to tactfully help bustle my dress and guide our families to where they needed to be. The Simply Elegant Group's attention to detail and dedication to making our day perfect was truly unmatched. We are so grateful to have had them by our side throughout this special journey.
Lauren O., 6 months ago
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Bluewater Kings Band 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Des Plaines, IL

We're live music experts, wedding enthusiasts, and party starters, infusing every event with energy and full dance floors. We're here to make your wedding the greatest party of your life! The Bluewater Kings are a premium, customizable 3 to 14 piece band specializing in high-energy music–at a sensible price. Our talented and professional musicians have performed regularly with touring and recording artists including Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Cher, Miranda Lambert, Ray LaMontagne, Prince, Shakira, Chicago and Tony Bennett, as well as working and touring with numerous Broadway shows.

Awarded Best of Zola
The Bluewater Kings Band was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From the very first interaction, their communication was effective, proactive, easy-going and understanding. They clearly have a ton of experience and were extremely professional in handling every aspect of the music, from the ceremony to the cocktail hour and the reception. They took care of all the technical details like microphones and sound, allowing us to just relax and enjoy the party. We really appreciated their thorough and attentive approach, and they truly contributed to making our special day perfect. Highly recommended!
Savannah U., a month ago
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Luniks Entertainment Inc 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Des Plaines, IL

Luniks Entertainment specializes in tailoring music to align with your individual style and musical preferences, ensuring that our DJs adeptly gauge the atmosphere to encourage your guests to engage and enjoy. Our comprehensive Wedding DJ packages encompass up to 5 hours of music within the same room/space, featuring an extensive library of songs. Prior to your significant day, we engage in thorough consultations to align with your vision, discussing the timeline and curating a playlist for key moments. Leveraging various planning forms, we strive to orchestrate a seamless and memorable experience for your special day.

Awarded Best of Zola
What can I say!!! The whole experience was amazing! From start to finish! Daniel! Was the best! With helping us organize everything with the music! The flow of things! The music was excellent! DJ Alex read the room very well! The dance floor was never empty! Our guest were saying how well he balanced English and Spanish music and also mentioned that our wedding is one for the books because of how good the music was! Our guest danced there butts off! We are over all happy with everything! We are definitely!! Giving them a call! For our next event!! Thank you Daniel and Alex!! You guys are the best!! -Nick & Nathali
Nick & N., 2 months ago
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Chicago Winery 

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Venue
  • Up to 225 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $20,000

Chicago Winery offers a vibrant setting in the heart of the city, perfect for couples seeking a unique and memorable wedding. The venue combines urban chic with winery charm, providing a warm and inviting atmosphere. Guests enjoy the in-house wine selection and customizable menus, ensuring a personalized culinary experience. The attentive staff and flexible event spaces cater to various wedding styles, making it easy to create a bespoke celebration. Chicago Winery is ideal for those looking to blend city sophistication with the intimate feel of a winery.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Allows pets
  • Flexible event spaces
  • Provides event staff

Venue considerations

  • Venue feels large for events with small guest lists
  • No on-premises lodging options
  • On-site parking not available
Awarded Best of Zola
We couldn't be happier with how our wedding at the Chicago Winery turned out! We booked our date before CW construction was fully complete, but we loved everything about the space from the very beginning. It is an incredibly warm and inviting venue that was perfect for our day - we absolutely loved the ceremony/reception space but also really enjoyed having the terrace space for cocktail hour and as a quieter area during the reception for guests to step out while the band was playing. We had about 170 people at our event, and it was the perfect number for the space. One of the big selling points for us was that CW handles all food and drink onsite and everything was WONDERFUL. One of the top compliments we received from guests was how good the food was. The CW team made us feel special and celebrated throughout the entire process and were very flexible and accommodating based on our various needs. We had the pleasure of working with Hulda, the CW event coordinator, in the months leading up to our wedding and cannot say enough great things about her!! Hulda was very responsive and easy to communicate with. She answered all of our random questions and made us feel at ease with all of the details. The day-of event staff was also so excellent – everyone was so nice and clearly working so hard to keep everything moving. We are so grateful for the awesome CW event team!
Julia D., a year ago
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Beauty By Ann Krause 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 16
  • Starts at $1,540
  • Serves Des Plaines, IL

The Premier Chicago Makeup Artist and Hair Stylist Team for Refined and Approachable Wedding Day Beauty. Beauty by Ann Krause is a wedding hair and makeup team based in Chicago, IL. Our artists will help you to narrow down your inspiration photos and create the Bridal look you have always dreamed of. Ann prides herself in taking away the stress of wedding morning preparations with beauty services brought to your location and following a timeline customized to meet your needs. Please note that there is a six person hair and makeup minimum (or equal service dollar amount) requirement per booking on Friday- Sunday in April through December.

Awarded Best of Zola
Ann was fantastic to work with from start to finish. She kindly let me do two hair trials until I really loved the outcome of my hair. I was also impressed with her team and how my bridesmaids' looks turned out. No one looked overdone. Giselle was also incredible and really listened to my concern for the airbrush to match my natural skin color as I had previously had bad experiences of looking too orange. I was in love with the final outcome of my wedding day look! CC: @RebeccaHaleyPhotography
Elaine F., 10 months ago
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Flowers For Dreams 

4.9

  • Florist
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Des Plaines, IL

Flowers for Dreams is a mission-driven, local flower design company. Using beautiful & natural wedding bouquets to advance causes of justice and charity in your community. There are no silly upsells, no unnecessary add-ons, and always honest pricing. Our designers work with you from the first meeting to your wedding day.

Awarded Best of Zola
I used Flowers for Dreams as my floral and decor vendor for my wedding in Chicago. The bouquets were stunning and so beautiful. The reception space was beyond my wildest dreams. Working with Mae, she was able to bring my vision to life. I am so thrilled I went with them as my florist!
Laurel, 9 months ago
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Nova Photos 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $895
  • Serves Des Plaines, IL

Nova Photos is a wedding photography, videography, and photo booth studio in Chicago, IL. We're a multicultural, multilingual, LGBTQ-friendly, photographer/employee-owned studio dedicated to documenting the most memorable moments of your wedding day! Collectively, we have captured over 10,000 weddings. At Nova Photos, we work with our clients every step of the way. The team provides comprehensive support with planning locations, setting up permits, and creating a timeline that works for them and their other vendors. Every couple deserves more than just memories; they deserve a timeless keepsake that captures the essence of their love story!

Awarded Best of Zola
Michelle was amazing and extremely patient while capturing photos on our special day. All the photos taken were very nice . The detailing in the photos look very professional and we can’t express how much we loved the photos . She made sure to accommodate majority of our families to be included in the photos which meant a lot to us. So once thanks so much for the amazing photos Michelle we can’t to show everyone the outstanding job you did and will be recommending Nova photos and Michelle to our friends and family.
Gerdlyn R., 5 months ago
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BW Studio + Events 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Des Plaines, IL

BW Studio+Events is a Chicago-based event coordination and planning group serving Chicagoland and surrounding suburbs. The Studio focuses on intimate weddings with unique flair and lots of personal touches. Blair founded BW Studio after hosting a number of non-profit events and finding herself completely immersed in the process. Once she realized her knack for event organization and planning, the studio was quickly born.

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Blair was probably the best decision we made during the process of planning our wedding. My husband and I both work 9-5 corporate jobs, and we knew that we needed to bring someone onto our “wedding team” that would help keep us on track with all of the milestones during the wedding planning process. From the get-go, over our 15-month planning period, Blair was always transparent about timing and was a master of following up regarding timelines, without ever badgering us or coming across as controlling. She spent over an hour discussing budgets with us and our families early on, to make sure that everything we planned stayed in the budget range that we’d all agreed upon. This was especially helpful during our venue and vendor selection process. She helped us find that blew our socks off, and also found us the most wonderful florist (@thelocalpetaler) who was able to provide us way more bang for our buck than any florist we’d be able to find on our own - a huge advantage. While we had our venue already picked out, Blair was able to recommend a food and beverage package with an available catering company that fell delivered us fantastic food and a premium beverage package that fit our budget. 

Leading up to the wedding, Blair was also a master in helping us coordinate our wedding day planning including family photos, transportation e.g. coordinating our bus between multiple hotels and the venue while making it easy for us to just focus on ourselves. The peace of mind that Blair brought us throughout the planning process, week of, and day of our wedding made having our wedding a cakewalk rather than a headache. Spending the money to hire Blair was the best decision we could’ve made for our wedding!
Kelly B., a year ago
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Gordino Photo and Video 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $2,300
  • Serves Des Plaines, IL

I'm Godfred Mensah, CEO of Gordino Photo and Video. I'm a passionate, creative, and aspiring artist. What drives my passion is the endless possibility of creating and documenting memorable moments with people.

Awarded Best of Zola
Godfred was by far the best choice for our wedding! We enjoyed working with him from our initial meet all the way up to our wedding. He was SO patient and kind to us, our families, and our guests throughout our wedding day. Godfred came up with so many great ideas for our wedding reel and we absolutely LOVED how it turned out- we could not stop watching it!! He was also super timely and got our videos to us within the same month which I had not expected. I highly recommend him to video or photograph your special day!! Joey and I SO appreciate you and your talent!
Ashley L., 3 years ago
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Walden Chicago 

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Venue
  • Up to 275 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor
  • Starts at $25,000
  • Offer

Walden Chicago offers a blend of urban charm and modern elegance in the heart of the city. The venue’s spacious layout with high ceilings and exposed brick walls creates a unique atmosphere for any wedding. Guests appreciate the attentive staff and customizable options that cater to various wedding styles. The outdoor courtyard adds a special touch, perfect for ceremonies and cocktail hours. With its prime location and exceptional service, Walden Chicago is an ideal choice for couples seeking a memorable and stylish celebration.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Accommodates more than 200 guests
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Provides event staff

Venue considerations

  • Does not have a dance floor
  • No on-premises lodging options
  • Large venue, not ideal for small guest lists
Awarded Best of Zola
We were looking for a modern, not-too-stuffy venue to host our summer 2025 wedding. We were thrilled when we found Walden and saw the beautiful, modern, space that would allow for the ceremony & reception in one location and that we could create our own vision of the day. The space is beautiful on its own but can be transformed into whatever vision you may have. With a late June wedding, we wanted it to be a colorful and intimate affair. Having the planning team on site made the process extremely smooth and it was invaluable to have their insight, experience and knowledge of the venue. Krystle and Katie were on the ball and there were no hiccups or issues during the planning process or day of (as far as we know!). They have strong relationships with our vendors (band, florist, linens, lighting, etc) which gave us peace of mind and allowed us to focus on other things. Catering in-house is a huge perk and the kitchen was top notch helping us create our non-traditional menu and food service. Bar options went well beyond typical packages in terms of quality of product and idea generation of drink selection and creation. Universally, guests said that the food and beverage were the best they had had at a wedding! Overall, we are thrilled with how everything turned out on our wedding day and much of that happiness has to do with having it at Walden!
Erica, 2 months ago

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