We kindly ask guests to dress in formal or black tie optional attire. Color is encouraged!
To allow all guests to relax and enjoy the celebration, we request an adults-only wedding.
Transportation to Elawa Farm Elawa Farm does not permit guest parking or rideshare drop-offs directly at the venue. Guests staying at The Forester Hotel may take the complimentary wedding shuttle directly to and from the venue beginning at 4:00 PM prior to the ceremony. Guests driving or using Uber/Lyft should go to St. James Lutheran Church located at 1380 North Waukegan Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045, which is approximately 0.5 miles from Elawa Farm. Complimentary shuttle service will run continuously between the church parking lot and the venue beginning at 4:00 PM prior to the 5:00 PM ceremony. Return shuttle service to both The Forester Hotel and St. James Lutheran Church will begin at 9:00 PM and continue throughout the evening.