FAQs
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What time should I be at the venue?
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The ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception will all take place at the Adler Planetarium. The ceremony will begin promptly at 6:30 PM, we kindly ask guests to arrive by 6:15 PM to allow time for seating and settling in before the celebration begins.
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What airports should I fly into?
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Guests may fly into either Chicago O’Hare (ORD) or Midway (MDW). From O’Hare, take the CTA Blue Line into downtown Chicago, followed by a short rideshare or taxi to your hotel. From Midway, take the CTA Orange Line toward the Loop, then continue by rideshare or taxi. Taxis and rideshare services (Uber/Lyft) are readily available from both airports and are often the most seamless option upon arrival.
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Where should I stay?
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Please refer to the Travel tab for full hotel block details and booking information: https://www.zola.com/wedding/ruba-and-dmitri/travel We have reserved a room block at: The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago 521 North Rush Street Chicago, IL 60611 We recommend booking early, as availability within the room block may be limited. For room upgrades or accommodation inquiries, please contact: Jessica Raciborska jessica.raciborska@fora.travel
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Where should I park?
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Parking is available at the hotel for your convenience at a rate of $84 per night, for guests who prefer the ease and flexibility of having their vehicle on-site. For a more cost-effective option, SpotHero is recommended for the full weekend: https://spothero.com We suggest reserving a multi-day spot in advance, as you will not need your car during the wedding weekend. The hotel is centrally located downtown, and transportation to and from the wedding venue will be provided.
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Will transportation be provided?
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Yes. Transportation will be provided to and from the venue, where both the ceremony and reception will take place. Please refer to the Schedule of Events for pickup locations and timing.
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What is the dress code?
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The dress code is formal attire. We're envisioning a chic evening celebration that feels elegant, polished, and fun. Formal attire includes floor-length gowns, long dresses, dressy jumpsuits, tailored suits, or tuxedos. We invite guests to embrace the occasion with elevated attire that feels true to their personal style. Most importantly, wear something that makes you feel confident and ready to enjoy an evening of dining, dancing, and celebrating with us.
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Can I bring a plus-one?
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If your invitation extends a plus-one, it will be reflected in your RSVP.
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Are children invited?
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We warmly welcome children; however, attendance is limited to those specifically named on the invitation.
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We'd love to attend, but we'll be bringing our child(ren). Is childcare available?
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Yes! If you need childcare during the wedding, please let us know in advance and we will be happy to help connect you with a trusted babysitter for the evening. We will also be making our wedding suite available during the reception as a comfortable space for children to play, relax, and spend time together while the adults celebrate. Please reach out if you'd like assistance arranging childcare.
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What if my plans change after I RSVP?
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If your plans change after submitting your RSVP, we kindly ask that you notify us as soon as possible so we may update accordingly.
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Do you have a registry?
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Your presence at our celebration is the greatest gift we could ask for. We will not be hosting a traditional registry. Instead, a card box will be available at the reception for guests who wish to share a note or gift.