The venue offers valet parking and is a quick walk from the hotel entrance. We ask that guests arrive and head to their seat by 3:45 p.m. so the ceremony can begin promptly at 4 p.m.
No, the ceremony, cocktail hour, reception, and after-party will all be held at the Hyatt Lodge in Oak Brook, IL.
Yes, the Hyatt Lodge provides valet parking. Both the ceremony and reception will be held at the Hyatt Lodge.
This is a black-tie optional event, so guests are encouraged to wear formal or semi-formal attire. Men can wear a tuxedo with a bow tie or a formal suit with a tie. Women can wear a floor-length dress, cocktail dress, a formal jumpsuit, or a formal pantsuit.
Plan for hot, humid weather. Guests are encouraged to wear breathable, lightweight clothing, especially during the ceremony and cocktail hour, which will both be held outdoors. For suits, tuxes, and pantsuits, natural fibers like linen, wool and cotton are recommended. Sunscreen is also recommended.
Yes, guests with food allergies will be able to make special requests once invitations are sent out with meal information.
Yes, there will be meal options for vegetarians and for those with gluten sensitivity or intolerance.
We are working on finding transportation to and from the hotels listed in the Travel section of the website, so stay tuned. In the case that transportation can't be arranged, we encourage guests to plan travel arrangements ahead of time. Uber and other rideshare apps are available in Oak Brook, and all recommended hotels are within 10 minutes of the Hyatt Lodge. Please no drinking and driving!
The reception in the Prairie Ballroom ends at midnight, and guests can head downstairs to the Hearth Lounge for the after-party, which will go until 2 a.m.
Yes, there will be an open bar during the cocktail hour and reception. The after-party at the Hearth Lounge is a cash bar.
Your presence at our wedding is the greatest gift we could ask for! If you would like to honor us with a gift, you can have it delivered to 9435 S. 83rd Court, Hickory Hills, IL 60457. A wedding card box will be at our reception.
The Hyatt Lodge Oak Brook is located 20 miles away from downtown Chicago, a 26-45 minute drive depending on traffic. Guests interested in visiting the city can do so by car. Public transportation options are limited.