FAQs
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Are kids welcome?
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While we love your little ones, our wedding celebration will be adults-only unless your child is specifically included on your invitation. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to celebrating with you.
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Is there parking at the venue?
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Yes, The River Room has ample street parking.
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Is there transportation to and from the hotels to the ceremony?
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For those staying at the Intercontinental Hotel, there will be a shuttle provided at the end of the night to take you back to the hotel.
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Is there a dress code for the wedding?
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We invite you to wear color! Think cocktail attire with a modern, colorful twist that is dressy but not black tie.
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Will the event be inside or outside?
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Weather permitting, we plan to hold our ceremony outdoors on the beautiful riverside patio. Early September in Chicago can be warm and sunny, so we recommend bringing sunglasses. If the weather doesn't cooperate, the ceremony will be moved indoors.
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I have a food allergy, can I make a special request?
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Please let us know if you have a food allergy or dietary restriction and we'll do our best to accommodate it. All food will be nut-free (tree nut and peanut) although not prepared in a nut-free environment, and meals from appetizers through the entree will be dairy-free (dessert is the exception). There will also be gluten-free options for appetizers, entrees and desserts.
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Do you have any hotel recommendations?
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We have a block with a discounted rate at the Intercontinental Hotel on Michigan Ave. You can find the information here: https://www.zola.com/wedding/jackieandsteve2026/travel
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If I'm attending the rehearsal dinner, what should I wear?
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We're keeping things a little more relaxed tonight while still dressing for a special evening. Think elevated summer style - summer dresses, linen, button-downs and lightweight layers. Jeans and overly casual clothing are discouraged.
