FAQs

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Why are you getting married on a Monday?

Answer

Because most of our friends and family are not local to Chicago and would be traveling in anyway, we decided to have activities during the weekend with those people closest to us and conclude with a party on Monday, April 13th, 2026. At least this will be the most fun you have ever had on a Monday!

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Are my children invited?

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Because our wedding venue is attached to a brewery, no guests under the age of 21 will be invited. If you are coming in town with your children and need help finding child care, please reach out to Cait and she can help you. Thank you for your understanding that we love your children but are not able to accommodate them.

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Can I bring a plus one?

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Due to capacity at the venue, only those whose names are on the save the dates are invited to the wedding.

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When should I RSVP?

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We ask that you RSVP as soon as you can so we can organize with our vendors. However, the deadline to RSVP is February 28, 2026.

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Will the ceremony and reception be indoors?

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While part of the ceremony may be outdoors, we will be able to move it indoors if the weather doesn't cooperate. The reception, however, will be completely indoors.

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What time should I arrive?

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The wedding ceremony will begin promptly at 5:00 pm. Please plan to be in your seat by 4:45.

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What is the parking situation?

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River Room at Burning Bush Brewery has limited free parking in the vicinity and on the main street. Our venue shares parking with other local businesses, so if you choose to drive please plan to be there early enough to find a spot. If you are staying at the hotel, we recommend taking Lyft or Uber for convenience.

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Will food be served?

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Directly following the ceremony will be a cocktail hour with snacks, and we will have a full buffet meal at the reception.

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Will there be an open bar?

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Our wedding will include open bar for the cocktail hour and 2 hours of the reception. At that time, the bar will still remain open but it will turn into a cash bar. There will be an announcement for the switch.

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Will there be a shuttle from the hotel to the venue?

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There will not be a shuttle. The easiest way to get to the venue is driving or Lyft or Uber.

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What is the dress code?

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Our suggested dress code is dressy cocktail. Ladies, feel free to wear short or long dresses. Men, suit jacket and tie are preferred but optional.

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What is the best airport to fly into?

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Our venue is closest to O'Hare Airport (ORD).

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What if I cannot attend?

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Your presence will be missed. We ask that you RSVP “no” as soon as possible. If you have already RSVP’d “yes” but find that you will not be able to make it, please notify the bride or groom.