Host your wedding at Dunham Woods
Holds ceremonies and receptions
Dunham Woods Riding Club, nestled in the scenic village of Wayne, IL, offers a timeless and elegant setting for weddings with its historic charm and modern amenities. Established in 1934 and surrounded by 56 acres of picturesque grounds, the venue provides a beautiful backdrop for celebrations of all sizes. Known for its warm hospitality and personalized service, the club works closely with each couple to bring their unique wedding vision to life. With decades of experience hosting unforgettable events, Dunham Woods remains a cherished destination for couples seeking classic beauty and exceptional attention to detail.
92+ years in business
Speaks English, Spanish
Large team (21+ members)
Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Backyard
Ballroom
Barn
Farm & Ranch
Country Club
Historic Venue
Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Cakes & Desserts
Other Desserts
Food & Catering
Planning
Se Habla Español
Rentals & Equipment
Tents
Service Staff
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Reviews
5.0
out of 5.08 reviews
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Jessica L
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5.0
6/04/2025
Fantastic place to have our venue! Marissa and Michelle were amazing to work with and made sure our big day ran smoothly. All our guests commented on how beautiful the venue was an...
d how great the food was. Highly recommend!
Jennifer M
5.0
9/26/2025
From the start the communication and assistance in making our wedding celebration party everything we wanted was excellent! Thanks to Walter, Michelle , Marissa and the rest of the...
staff at Dunham for everything! 🫶👏👏👏 Food was amazing too! Favorites were the pork sliders and coconut shrimp!
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Bridget L
5.0
6/05/2017
I just had my wedding at Dunham Woods on May 20, 2017 and it was absolutely AMAZING! We worked with Anahi as our coordinator and she was calm, capable, enjoyable to work with, and ...
responsive to all requests. They truly provided me with the wedding day of my dreams. We had our reception in the main ball room and it was gorgeous. Due to weather concerns, we ended up having additional tables switched last minute and they handled this seamlessly and made everything look beautiful. I had requested a love-seat to sit on at the head table with my husband, and they surprised us with renting a gorgeous big love-seat for us that we did not see until the wedding day!
They communicated effectively with all of the different vendors and truly handled every single detail. On the day of the wedding, I had absolutely no details hanging over my head - they handled it all with class and ease!
I could not recommend Dunham Woods Riding Club more. It was my dream wedding day come true and they made it happen!
Alicia F
5.0
2/16/2017
We had our wedding at DWRC on October 1, 2016 and it was nothing short of magical! Throughout most of our wedding planning, we worked closely with Jordin to sort through our specif...
ic questions and details. Less than 4 months before our big day, Jordin was promoted (congrats!) and we were assigned to Anahi as our new day of coordinator. Obviously this change would make any bride nervous, but the transition was seamless and worry free! Everyone at DWRC was so wonderful and easy to work with. The venue is beautiful and the food was delicious! Thank you for allowing us to celebrate our special day at Dunham Woods!
Leslie K
5.0
2/05/2017
I hosted my daughter's baby shower here in November. I can't stress how perfect it was. I'm a perfectionist. Type A. Not only did they do everything I dreamed of, they did more....
I can't tell you how many people said that it was more gorgeous than any wedding they'd attended. (And it was a bang shower!).
Janell M
5.0
9/23/2016
If you want a unique and magical wedding venue please check this place out! Dunham Woods is absolutely the most charming, elegant place I have ever came across. The staff is exce...
ptional and the food was amazing!! We had the best day, the overall experience exceeded our expectations by and large. This place is a hidden gem...you won't need to spend extra money on much because the venue and the decor is perfect as it is!!!! Janell M.
Anna M
5.0
7/18/2015
Absolutely an amazing venue and christina is wonderful. Every thing that I needed she made happen! Have your wedding there!
Luci M
5.0
10/03/2013
This was the perfect setting for my low key outdoor wedding. Dunham does a great job of coordinating with you and making sure your day is perfect. I dropped all my decorations of...
f the night before and told the coordinator where they should go, when I arrived on wedding day everything was taken care of for me. This is such a beautful venue. It was perfect for the intimate wedding I wanted.
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