I Do Venues

Everyone has their own version of a “dream wedding.” The ideal place to say your vows and commemorate the occasion with a reception varies from couple to couple. For some, it’s on a beach in a tropical location. It might mean an outdoor setting with lots of greenery. It could be in an elegant banquet hall following a church wedding. Or maybe in a rustic barn on a farm. Other couples may prefer an intimate private room in a restaurant.

If tying the knot is in your future and you’re pondering places to celebrate your nuptials, the Chicago Southland has many places to consider – ranging from classic and traditional to unique and modern.

These are a few out-of-the-box locations that can make for a beautiful backdrop for your wedding day:

The Bradford Barn, Olympia Fields (OFParks.org)
This park district-run venue has several spaces for indoor or outdoor ceremonies or receptions, including a pavilion, main barn and silo that give a rustic feel with modern and elegant touches.

CD&ME, Frankfort (CDandME.co)
CD&ME is a stunning property indoors and out with unique spaces for your special day, including “The Mica” with a massive stone fireplace and spacious outdoor landscaping areas and “The Loft” with a rustic setting in their new distillery.

The Center, Palos Park (TheCenterPalos.org)
For smaller ceremonies, the lovely Wayside Chapel at The Center can accommodate up to 72 guests in this romantic cobblestone structure surrounded by lush greenery. Garden weddings are also available from May through October.

Chicago Gaelic Park, Oak Forest (ChicagoGaelicPark.com)
This cultural venue promotes Irish culture and heritage with an ambiance that makes for a magical day, with a beautiful setting for an outdoor ceremony on the patio or beneath the pergola.

Lake Katherine Nature Center, Palos Heights (LakeKatherine.org)
If you’re looking to hold your ceremony outside in a lush green space, Lake Katherine is the perfect spot with its anniversary garden, schoolhouse arch and waterfall.

Southern Charm Venues, Frankfort (BarnWeddingChicago.com)
If you’re thinking country chic for your wedding day, Southern Charm Venues is the place for you. It’s barn glam at its best, combining the outdoors with indoor comforts for a special ceremony site.

Thornton Distilling Co., Thornton (ThorntonDistilling.com)
Tie the knot in this intimate, historic venue that combines a vintage industrial aesthetic with updated amenities. This working distillery creates a unique setting for a memorable occasion.

More wedding venues

Full-service hotels with ballrooms:

• Courtyard by Marriott Chicago/Midway Airport, Bedford Park (Marriott.com/ChicM)

• DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Alsip (ChicagoAlsip.DoubleTree.com)   

• DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago Midway Airport, Bedford Park (https://www.Hilton.com/en/hotels/mdwmddt-doubletree-chicago-midway-airport/)                         

• Georgios Banquets, Quality Inn & Suites Conference Center, Orland Park  (Georgios.com)

• Homewood Suites by Hilton Hotel/Elements by The Odyssey, Orland Park (OrlandPark.HomewoodSuites.com)

• Holiday Inn Chicago Matteson Conference Center, Matteson (HolidayInn.com/MattesonHotel)

• Hyatt Place Chicago/Midway Airport, Bedford Park (https://www.Hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/illinois/hyatt-place-chicago-midway-airport/chizm)

• Marriott Chicago/Midway Airport, Bedford Park (Marriott.com/CHIMA)

Banquet halls, country clubs and ballrooms:

• The Atrium, Country Club Hills (TheAtriumVenue.com)

• Belvedere Chateau, Palos Hills, (BelvedereChateau.com)

• Candlelight Banquets, Chicago Ridge (CandlelightBanquets.com)

• Chateau Del Mar, Hickory Hills (ChateauDelMar.com)

• Cog Hill Golf & Country Club, Palos Park (CogHillGolf.com)

• Crystal Tree Golf & Country Club, Orland Park (CrystalTreeCC.org)

• DiNolfo’s Banquets, Homer Glen (DiNolfosBanquetsHomerGlen.com)

• Dream Palace, Lynwood (DreamPalaceBanquetHall.com)

• Garden Chalet, Worth (GardenChaletBanquet.net)

• Glenwoodie Golf Club, Glenwood (GlenwoodieGolf.com)

• Martinique Banquet Complex, Burbank (MartiniqueBanquets.com)

• Orland Chateau, Orland Park (OrlandChateauBanquets.com)

• Ravisloe Country Club, Homewood (RavisloeWeddings.com)

• Silver Lake Country Club, Orland Park (SilverLakeCC.com)

• University Park Golf Club, University Park (UniversityParkGolfClub.com)

• For additional golf course venues with banquet facilities, go to VisitChicagoSouthland.com/Golf