Big Delicious Planet, named the “Greenest Caterer in America” since 2013, is one of the most sought after Chicago wedding caterers for couples who want flavorful, vibrant food with sustainability in mind. We cater highly-styled, glamorous weddings, and romantic, vintage weddings at venues all across the city and intimate weddings, elopements, and rehearsal dinners in our own urban farm. During our growing season, we’ll use the produce we harvest for your wedding! Each and every menu we create is as unique as each couple we work with. We’re a woman-owned, LGBTQIA+ affirming business and our experienced Wedding Team produces extraordinary and memorable weddings for couples of all orientations. When you choose BDP, you can count on receiving top-notch planning, creative menus and impeccable service. BDP is fully licensed and can source local and biodynamic wine, beer and spirits. We are well versed in vegan, gluten-free, and global cuisine.
Make your next event one to remember at LM Studio. The light filled two-level atelier overlooking historic Michigan Ave and Grant Park features an open floorplan, custom bar and a modern design; the perfect setting for your special day.
As a documentary-style photographer, I love to emphasize connection, texture, and authentic emotion. Being a former actor who found a deep love and passion for wedding photography, I’m most drawn to the art of story telling while creating honest and original work. I strive to make my images fully represent my couples in every way possible. From smaller, unconventional elopements to traditional full day events, I’m here to capture everything from the big kiss to the secret “I love yous” shared in a whisper.
Being by your side for nearly the entire day means I’m there to offer encouragement, consistent communication and good vibes. As your #1 hype-girl, I got you!
Ideally situated in Chicagoʼs Pilsen neighborhood, Lacuna offers a truly unique setting for your next event. Built in 1897 as what once was the worldʼs largest macaroni factory, the five-story, 250,000 square-foot space maintains much of the original charm as the building has been carefully restored using a variety of the original materials.
Lacuna is also home to many talented Chicago artists and their one of a kind creations can be found throughout building and used as decor for private events. In the summer months, the rooftop provides stunning views of the cityʼs skyline and is perfect for an outdoor ceremony or cocktail reception.
Every event at Lacuna is catered by our in-house caterer, LM Catering, who expertly handles all food and beverage needs. The culinary team of experts at LM Catering will work with you to build your menu using only the freshest and most seasonal ingredients.
With 13-foot timber ceilings, picturesque skyline views, and an open concept floorplan, City View Loft provides each client with the unique opportunity to transform our industrial timber loft into their personalized venue space.
Sunlight fills the space during the day for a warm and welcoming ceremony, and the twinkle of the city’s lights at night are the perfect urban backdrop for dinner and dancing.
Copper Fox is a newly renovated event space in historic downtown Geneva’s Third Street, ideal for your big day!
With three unique spaces to accommodate your wedding party and guests, Copper Fox also features a craft kitchen and bar. Our experienced catering staff will coordinate with you to create a custom wedding reception menu to accommodate any needs. In addition, we can create a wine and cocktail list to suit the tastes of all your guests.
Our large versatile event space has beautiful lighting and a new audio/visual system for showing presentations at your wedding reception. We also have ample parking as well as are close to Geneva’s train station for easy Metra access.
If you’re planning a small gathering of 20 people or a much larger reception with 200 guests, Copper Fox offers all the amenities you’ll need.
We can’t wait to work with you!
Couples looking for cinematic documentation of their wedding day have come to the right place! We take pride in delivering beautiful footage, great customer service, and gender-affirming experiences. Reel Love is based in the Midwest, and proudly offers wedding videography for LGBTQIA+ couples. We also welcome and celebrate all ethnicities and cultures!
We love to travel! If you live outside of the Midwest and are interested in working with us, please send a message!
Ceremony
Whether you prefer traditional music, classical songs, or modern tunes, we can work with you to set the perfect tone for your day. Ask us for a Free Demo Pack to hear for yourself.
Cocktail Hour
Start the party off right with a jazz quartet or acoustic trio to accompany your cocktail hour.
Reception
This is where we really shine – amazing dance parties are how the Bluewater Kings have earned their fantastic reputation! We pride ourselves on our high energy, flawless performance–it’s all about great preparation and a genuine love for what we do to ensure you have the best night of your life.
Learn more at bluewaterkingsband.com
EcoWilde Flower Co.’s mission is to bring the wonder of the wilderness to the big city. We are a small group (an eco-system, you might say…) of visual artists and sustainably minded designers who work together to make floral dreams come to life. We help couples celebrate once-in-a-lifetime events without making a rest-of-their-lifetime environmental footprint.
Our motto is: Love More, Waste Less.
Our signature full-circle-floral process ensures that events leave as little waste behind as possible. In choosing how to stock our tool shelves, we opt for toxin free, reusable tools. We source products made from recycled & compostable goods, and minimize the use of plastics. We use a fuel efficient vehicle for transportation, and buy flowers from local growers during the EcoWilde Flower Co.Mid-West growing season. At the end of events, we minimize waste by donating, composting, and reusing decor.
We consider the planet and people in every single step of our process.
In addition to our commitment to environmental sustainability, we invest in social sustainability as well. Living wages, a healthy and safe work environment, and equal power sharing are cornerstones of our business model and set us apart as a hub for creativity, connection, and social good.
1820 W Webster Ave. #410 Chicago, IL 60647
Hitched offers a wide selection of wedding bands at affordable prices. We carry everything from 14K Gold and Platinum to contemporary metals such as Tungsten. Hitched is not your average jeweler. We pride ourselves on the ability to provide partners with a fun, unique, stress-free wedding band shopping experience.
At our brand new Philadelphia and Chicago showrooms, couples will be able to try on our entire collection of 100+ bands in their exact ring size! Book your appointment now at https://tryhitched.com/pages/locations.
Prefer to shop online? We also offer a fun, easy and completely free home try-on program and allow customers to choose any five rings in any size to try on at home for five days. Get started at https://www.tryhitched.com!
Check out Hitched’s newest feature on Junebug Weddings!
I launched my company DeAnda Photography officially in 2010, and have now photographed over 100 weddings. I have always been an ally to the LGBTQ+ community and when marriage finally became legally recognized for same-sex couples in 2014 in Illinois, I knew I wanted to help these couples capture their big day. I had read too many disgusting stories of other wedding vendors refusing service to same-sex couples and I knew I wanted them to look at my website and not have any worry and be able to see that not only have I worked with other same-sex couples, but I celebrate them! Love is love in my book and has always has been that way since day one!
WE WELCOME ALL. Gay and straight, young and old, you are welcome at First Congregational Church of La Grange. We are a church with a grand staircase, vaulted ceilings, and a sanctuary that comfortably seats 250 people. We would love to be a part of your special day!
Chicago area’s most beautiful and unique wedding destination. Breathtaking timberframe rooms overlooking a 10-acre lake and lovely outdoor patio. Excellent food and service, a charming wedding suite, and helpful staff make the The Great Hall at Wild Onion Brewery a place to create the dream wedding!
Located in Chicago, IL, unMuddled Bartending Company is a versatile and friendly team of wedding bartenders. These skilled mixologists make cocktails look easy. They put their own unique spin on serving drinks, crafting “experiential menus.” The team’s engaging and efficient approach entertains guests and keeps the line moving.
Owner Ross Hunt launched his business as a way of sharing his passions with the world, promoting genuine hospitality and inclusivity. This lover of craft beverages took the plunge from corporate life into the service industry. He loves working with couples to curate delicious selections for their celebrations, and jumps at the opportunity to create a new menu. As a master mixologist, Ross will be on board from beginning to end to promote a one-of-a-kind experience.
This local business is made up of a skilled team of bartenders. Hospitality and fresh ingredients are at the roots of unMuddled Bartending Company. Ross and his team serve the highest quality drinks from the mixers to the garnish. Everything is expertly handcrafted, including the syrups used to flavor cocktails. The team’s fresh approach to bar services means ordering a cocktail is easier than ever. They have various options for cocktails on tap, as well as individually bottled cocktails. The staff can perform a demonstration to give couples’ receptions a memorable twist. The team offers guests the fun experience of finding out how to mix an amazing drink. Ross is willing to customize packages to fit couples’ specific needs and budgets. His goal is to make the craft bar suitable for all kinds of celebrations. The team feels just as confident pouring beer and wine as they do creating delicious concoctions.
The Woman’s Club of Evanston is an inclusive, historic venue and membership organization that gives back to the community. Located in the heart of downtown Evanston, Illinois and founded more than 125 years ago, a group of visionary women formed the WCE to address pressing social issues and unmet community needs. Today the tradition of philanthropy and social empowerment continues through a membership open to anyone that identifies as a woman. By hosting private events at the Clubhouse, all the fundraising efforts from the members can go back directly to the community.
For up to 250 guests, hosting your event at the Clubhouse features amenities and equipment such as 60″ round tables, white folding garden chairs, a complimentary 5-piece china setting, wired microphone, projector, Bose speaker, and more! Through a recent renovation, the WCE is proud to have updated all washrooms on both floors to be gender neutral.
A real life testimonial:
“I’m so happy we selected the clubhouse of The Woman’s Club of Evanston as our venue for our wedding and reception. The space provided separate spaces for our cocktail hour, ceremony and reception, with a stage for our band, which is what attracted us in the first place. I love the history and the architectural beauty of the Clubhouse, which provides a beautiful backdrop to your wedding photos. And when my wife and I understood that our rental fees enable The Woman’s Club of Evanston to focus on charitable giving in the community, we ended up being very proud to have selected this as our venue.” -Michelle, married on 1/12/20
Hi! I am Ashley Hamm, an LGBTQ friendly Chicago wedding and engagement photographer! My work is a mixture of classic and photojournalistic with a focus on candid moments and creating an invaluable connection with each and every client! It’s my passion to capture your wedding day in a way that tells your unique story.