The ceremony will begin promptly at 4:00 PM, so we recommend arriving by 3:30 PM / 3:45 PM to get settled and find your seat. You don’t want to miss the big moment!
Yes, the dress code is Formal. Tuxes and gowns are welcome, but suits and cocktail dresses are just as great! Please no jeans, polos, or anything too casual—we're keeping it classy for the day!
* * Passed Hors d'Oeuvres * * Crispy Basil Shrimp, Lemon Aioli Roasted Prime Sirloin with Crispy Onions Roasted Cherry Tomato Caprese, Crostini * * At the Table * * Salt-Crusted Ciabatta Bread Roasted Garlic with Balsamic Vinegar * * ANTIPASTI * * (served family-style) Veal Meatballs, Simple Tomato Sauce Italian Chopped Vegetable Salad Classic Caesar Salad, Garlic Croutons * * SECONDI * * (individually-plated/entrée) Slow Braised Short Rib, Red Wine Sauce, Whipped Potatoes Chicken Marsala, Wild Mushrooms Chef Selected Seasonal Fish - White Fish/Trout Rigatoni, Italian Sausage, Spinach, Spicy Tomato Cream Seasonal Vegetables Calabrian Potatoes * * DOLCE * * Ricotta Cheesecake with Caramel Sauce Coffee & Tea
There will be an open bar.
There are plenty of hotel options in the area, including some right next to the venue! For your convenience, we've reserved a block rooms at Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North (connected to the venue). Be sure to book early to secure your spot. If the block is fully booked and you would like to be added, please call the hotel, and they can assist you in securing a room within the block. Feel free to explore other nearby options if you prefer!
Standard check-in at the hotel is 4:00 PM on both Thursday and Friday. However, due to the ceremony starting at 4pm, the hotel has kindly let us know they’ll do their best to make rooms available earlier for our guests, and all early check-in fees will be waived. If your room isn’t ready when you arrive—or if you get in late—the front desk will happily hold your luggage for you.