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Ryan Frenk

and

Brandon Bierlein

Ryan Frenk

and

Brandon Bierlein

May 9, 2026

Chicago, IL
275 days275 d20 hours20 h57 minutes57 min53 seconds53 s
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Schedule

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Saturday, May 9, 2026

Ceremony

5:30 pm - 6:00 pm

The Drake Hotel - Camellia Room
140 E Walton Pl, Chicago, IL 60611

Out Dress the Grooms: formal chic

Google or Pinterest search "out dress the groom" -or- "out dress the bride"

Cocktail Hour

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

The Drake Hotel - Camellia Room
140 E Walton Pl, Chicago, IL 60611

Dinner & Dancing

Sat, May 9, 2026, 7:00 pm - Sun, May 10, 2026, 12:00 am

The Drake Hotel - Club International Room
140 E Walton Pl, Chicago, IL 60611

Travel

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Chicago has two major airports (O’Hare and Midway), Amtrak access, and plenty of hotel and Airbnb options. Feel free to reach out to us if you need suggestions!

Hotel

The Drake

140 East Walton Place, Chicago, IL 60611
 

We’ve reserved a room block for our wedding weekend, and we’d love for you to stay with us! How to Book: 🔗 Online: https://book.passkey.com/go/BierleinandFrenkWedding (Please copy/paste the full link if needed.) 📞 By Phone: Call 312-932-4603 and mention our group code: BFW 🗓 Booking Deadline: April 6, 2026 Rooms are limited, so we recommend booking early! We’re so excited to celebrate with you! – Brandon & Ryan

Flight

O'Hare International Airport*

Hop on the Blue Line to downtown, rent a car, or grab an Uber or Lyft.

Flight

Midway International Airport

Board an Orange Line train to the Loop, and ride 20–25 minutes to your downtown stop.

Registry

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Attire

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Out dress the grooms! Dress in eclectic formal —mixing elegant, polished pieces with bold, unique touches. Think classy with a twist, and don’t be afraid to show off your personality while keeping it fabulous and formal! But, not a costume! Lead with elegance.

Things To Do

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Welcome to Chicago! We’re here for love, laughter, and an unforgettable wedding weekend. With The Drake as our home base, we’ll soak in skyline views, indulge in legendary eats, and let the city’s energy sweep us away. This isn’t just a weekend—it’s a celebration for the ages! Here are a few of our favorite Chicago spots—go explore!

Museum Of Contemporary Art Chicago

220 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611

Oak Street Beach

Chicago, IL 60611

900 North Michigan Shops

900 Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611

Water Tower Place

835 Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611

*Ryan recommends the American Girl Store

Starbucks Reserve Roastery

646 Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611

Ralph's Coffee

750 Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611

Francesca's On Chestnut

200 East Chestnut Street, Chicago, IL 60611

Adalina

912 North State Street, Chicago, IL 60610

Lookingglass Theatre Company

821 Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611

Broadway In Chicago

17 North State Street, Chicago, IL 60602

FAQs

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Question

Which hotel should we stay at?

Answer

We’ve reserved a room block at The Drake Hotel, with a booking link in June 2025. Chicago is easy to explore, and Brandon can recommend hotels if needed!

Question

Are children allowed?

Answer

We love your little ones, but this will be a kid-free celebration! Enjoy the food, dancing, and time with friends—no bedtime required. Thanks for understanding!

Question

What is the photo policy?

Answer

Please keep phones tucked away during our ceremony. Our photo and video team will capture the moment, and we’d love for you to be fully present with us.

Question

What else should we know?

Answer

This celebration is for you—our beloved friends and family—who have supported our love and helped shape our journey at some point in our lives. Our wedding is not just a ceremony, but a heartfelt thank you to each of you for walking beside us.

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