That's all, folks! Thank you for celebrating with us!
Lauren Durfey
Phillip Prass
Lauren Durfey
Phillip Prass
December 27, 2025
Schedule
Saturday, December 27, 2025
Ceremony
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
1710 Orrington Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
Reception
5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
1710 Orrington Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
Following the ceremony, there will be a cocktail hour with light hors d'oeuvres followed by a plated dinner (salad and entrée), dessert, and dancing.
Travel
Flight
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Our venue is about ~35 minutes by car from O'Hare and ~1 hour via public transit on the Pulse Suburban Line (https://www.pacebus.com/project/pulse-dempster-line). Of the two airports in Chicago (O'Hare and Midway), O'Hare is much closer.
Hotel
Hilton Orrington / Evanston
Hotel
Holiday Inn Chicago North-Evanston by IHG
Hotel
Hyatt House Chicago / Evanston
FAQs
Question
When should I RSVP by?
Answer
Please RSVP by November 2.
Question
Is there a dress code?
Answer
Cocktail attire suggested.
Question
Can I bring a date/kids?
Answer
While we would love to celebrate with more, given the smaller venue, please do not bring anyone not included in your invitation.
Question
Is there parking nearby?
Answer
There are paid parking garages near the venue or valet at the Hilton.
Question
How close to each other are the venues for the ceremony and reception?
Answer
The venues are in the same building on opposite sides of the hotel lobby (a 1 minute walk).
Question
Is there a hotel block?
Answer
At the moment no, but we're looking into it.
Question
How far is Evanston from Chicago?
Answer
Evanston is the suburb directly north of Chicago. To get from Evanston to Chicago's museum campus (Field Museum, Shedd Aquarium, Adler Planetarium) is about 45 minutes by car or 75 minutes by public transit). From Evanston to the Art Institute or the Willis (Sears) Tower is about 40 minutes by car or 50 minutes by public transit.
Wedding Party
Ashley Johnson
Matron of Honor
Ashley and Lauren have been friends since kindergarten.
Madison Jones
Best Man
Madison and Phil have been friends since high school.
Chris Durfey
Officiant
Chris has been Lauren's aunt since Lauren was born.
Things To Do
Chicago Botanic Garden Lightscape
Phil, Lauren, and Lauren's family will be here at 5pm on Friday, December 26. As of October 17, tickets for this time slot are still available ($36 per person plus parking).
Grosse Point Lighthouse
Historic Lighthouse built in 1873.
Northwestern University
Christkindl Market Wrigleyville
German/European Christmas market at Wrigley Field. Come here for good gifts, food, and drink.
Halim Time & Glass Museum
Home to 1100 time pieces and stain glass works
Bahá'í House of Worship
Second Bahá'í House of Worship ever built and oldest still standing. The architecture and grounds are a must-see.