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March 21, 2026
Chicago, IL, Café Brauer

Laura + Samuel

Travel

The Wedding Website of Samuel Madvig and Laura Burgin
We're so excited to welcome you to Chicago's Lincoln Park! The wedding ceremony and reception will both be at Café Brauer just steps from our home, and we're thrilled to share our neighborhood with all of you. Venue: Café Brauer, 2021 N Stockton drive Chicago, IL Chicago has endless amazing hotel and airbnb options and transit by train, bus, or Uber is incredibly easy! We don't have a hotel block, but check out some suggestions below.

Hotel

Hotel Lincoln - JDV by Hyatt

1816 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60614
 

You can't get any closer to the venue than this! If you're looking for convenience and charm, this is the spot. In the heart of Lincoln Park (and just a 6 minute walk to our venue), Hotel Lincoln will be right in the middle of the action. Make sure to check out the unbeatable rooftop bar, The J Parker, for fun sips and exquisite views of the lake and the park! A favorite of locals and visitors alike.

Hotel

Claridge House

1244 North Dearborn Parkway, Chicago, IL 60610
 

Stay in the heart of Gold Coast - a gorgeous, bustling neighborhood about a mile from the wedding venue! Grab a coffee at La Colombe and window shop the luxury storefronts or enjoy a breakfast at one of Laura's faves, 3rd Coast Café. Then hop on the 22 or 36 bus directly to Café Brauer!

House Or Rental

Grab an Airbnb nearby!

2021 N Stockton, Chicago, IL 60614
 

Several guests have shared they will be snagging an airbnb nearby for the weekend! There are so many great options, especially if you have a larger group. Check out Lincoln Park, Lakeview, Old Town, or Gold Coast to stay close to the venue or venture out to Wicker Park, Bucktown, or Logan Square for some of our other favorite neighborhoods!

Train

CTA

In this household, we love public transit. The best way to get around Chicago is the CTA trains and buses! Pay your fare using Apple Pay so you can hop on at any time with no stress and no need to buy a Ventra card. Ask us if you have questions or want to try it out! We (and many in the bridal party) are very passionate about public transit in Chicago, so there is no shortage of helpers.