We're excited to have you join us for our wedding. Kindly note that we recommend arriving by 6:45 PM to ensure ample time for seating and a timely start to the ceremony.
We're excited to have you join us for our wedding. Kindly note that we recommend arriving by 6:45 PM to ensure ample time for seating and a timely start to the ceremony.
May 25, 2025
Chicago, IL
Jake & Bryan
Schedule
Here is a rundown of what we have in store for the big day. We can't wait to see you!
6:45pm - Guests Arrive and gather in Atrium
(Please be on time!)
7:00pm - Ceremony on Lakefront Terrace
(Weather permitting, or Oceanarium)
7:15pm - Cocktail Reception in Underwater Viewing
(Guests can view the Oceanarium’s marine mammals and enjoy an animal encounter!)
8:00pm - Guests escorted to Main Aquarium and Wild Reef Exhibits to continue Cocktail Reception
9:00pm - Dinner in the Wonder of Water exhibit
10:00pm - Cake Cutting / Dessert & Coffee / DJ / Dancing in Bubblenet and Lakefront Terrace
12:00am - Event Concludes
Sunday, May 25, 2025
Our Wedding
Sun, May 25, 2025, 7:00 pm - Mon, May 26, 2025, 12:00 am
Shedd Aquarium
1200 S Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60601
1200 S Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60601
Cocktail Attire: Wear cocktail dresses, little black dresses (LBDs), dressy jumpsuits, jackets and slacks.
Passed Hors D’Oeuvres will be served during the cocktail hour. Dinner includes a Caesar Salad (can be made vegan upon request) as well as a Triple Chocolate Mousse Bombe (vegetarian) for dessert. We will also be serving Ice Cream Cake in lieu of a traditional Wedding Cake. Please indicate if you'd like a slice below.
For all the days along the way