FAQs

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When is the RSVP deadline?

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Please RSVP no later than Friday, January 13th.

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How do I RSVP?

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Click "RSVP NOW" on the navigation bar of this website. Search your name or last name and follow the prompts to submit your RSVP.

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What will your wedding-day timeline look like?

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3:30 - 4:30 CEREMONY 5:00 - 6:00 COCKTAIL HOUR 6:00 - 7:30 DINNER 7:30 - 11:00 DANCING

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What's the best way to get to the ceremony?

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Holy Name Cathedral is located on the northeast corner of State and Superior streets, about one-half block south of Chicago Avenue, a major traffic artery. The Cathedral is three blocks west of Michigan Avenue. Guests using Chicago’s subway system should take the Red Line/Howard train and exit at Chicago and State. If possible, take the stairwell marked “southeast corner” when leaving the station. Whatever exit you use at Chicago & State, once you reach street-level, the Cathedral will be in sight.

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What does parking look like?

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Holy Name Cathedral has a parking garage located at 14 W. Superior between Dearborn and State Street. It is fully open for all Masses, Cathedral events and meetings. This is a private garage, designated solely for the use by the Archdiocese of Chicago and Holy Name Cathedral parishioners, visitors, and staff. Validation of your parking ticket is required to exit the garage. In order to get the free parking, you must validate your parking ticket on the Cathedral campus. For those attending a Mass, there will be two validation machines in the Vestibule. We recommend that you get your ticket validated before Mass on your way into the Cathedral to avoid any lines after Mass. The Ivy Room does not offer on-site parking. However, there are plenty of off-site parking spots near the venue. The closest parking garages are located at 9 East Ohio Street, 50 East Ohio Street and 40 East Grand Ave. You could also consider booking a parking spot through SpotHero.com. If you do go that route, we recommend you reserve your spot in advance.

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What time should I arrive to the ceremony?

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We recommend arriving at least 15 minutes before the official ceremony start time so you can get settled before the proceedings.

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How far away is reception from the ceremony?

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The Ivy Room is a 6 minute walk from Holy Name Cathedral.

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Are the ceremony and reception wheelchair accessible?

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Yes!

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Do you have a hotel block for guests? Where do you recommend I stay?

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Yes, we've reserved a block of rooms for a discounted rate at the InterContinental and The Gwen in Chicago. For more information and to reserve a room, click on "HOTEL BLOCKS" in the top navigation bar.

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Is there a dress code?

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Formal attire is requested.

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Will there be an open bar at the reception?

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Yes!

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I have dietary restrictions/allergies. What's the best way to let you know?

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Please specify any dietary restrictions in the details section of your RSVP and The Ivy Room will happily accommodate them.

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I still have questions! What's the best way to get in touch?

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Please reach out to Maggie and David for any additional questions. Email: TheBashtons@gmail.com Phone: 1-708-606-7392