Graziel + Vivek

Saturday, May 10, 2025 • Chicago, IL
15 Days To Go!

Graziel + Vivek

Saturday, May 10, 2025 • Chicago, IL
15 Days To Go!

Q + A

What is the easiest way to get to and from your venues?

We recommend rideshares (Uber and Lyft) or public transportation. However, there is paid parking available for the welcome party (Friday at DuSable Harbor). Please see tab below labeled 'Anita Dee Docking Location' for a map & detailed instructions. Please allow ample time for travel as the boat will depart at 6:30 PM. There will be a complimentary valet service for the reception (Saturday at Goose Island). There will be no shuttles or transportation provided for either events.

Anita Dee Docking Location

Picture of Anita Dee Docking Location

*** Please input 111 North Lake Shore Drive into your GPS for navigation to the DuSable Harbor. Map and directions are attached. Please allow ample time for travel as the boat will depart at 6:30 PM. ***

*** IF DRIVING & PARKING in the DuSable Harbor Parking Lot, please use the link below to PREPAY for parking***

DuSable Harbor- Docked on the South side of the Chicago River at Lake Shore Drive.

Dropped Off/Rideshare
- If getting dropped off, input destination address 111 N Lakeshore Drive 60601, DuSable Harbor, or Columbia Yacht Club.
- Lower Randolph Street, east to the lakefront. Drop off at DuSable Harbor cul-du-sac
- Walk down to the lake front path and turn left/walk north along the lakefront.
- Our yachts will be straight ahead, at the end of the lakefront path where it ends at the Chicago River.
- Taxis can also go inside to the end of the DuSable Harbor Parking Lot which is closer (directions below in ‘Driving’). If they’re there for less than 15 mins, there is no charge.


Walking
From the Loop
- If walking from the loop, take any stairway down to the Riverwalk on the south side of the Chicago River.
- Walk east toward the lake (From Michigan Ave. Bridge- 10 min walk)
- The south side of the Riverwalk ends at our boats just east of the Lake Shore Drive Bridge
From the Navy Pier
- Walk west on Illinois to Lower Lake Shore Drive, the first street on your left.
- Cross Lower Lake Shore Drive to the west side of the street and turn left.
- Once you cross over the Chicago River, look for the staircase on your right to walk down to Riverwalk
- Turn left to go through tunnel on Riverwalk
- Once you exit tunnel, you’ll see both yachts to your left on the River.
From Millennium Park
- Head east on Monroe and cross over to the east side of Lake Shore Drive.
- Turn left or walk north on the lakefront path.
- Once you pass Columbia Yacht Club, keep walking north for 4-5 mins- Path ends at Chicago River and our Yachts.


Driving (Parking in DuSable Harbor Parking Lot)
*Parking ranges from $16-$24

The DuSable Harbor Parking Lot is prepay only and does not allow for pulled ticket entry. Please use this link to prepay before arriving at the harbor: https://dusableharborchicago.valetplease.com/request/PreTicket2?DeviceId=2

From the West
- Head east, toward the lake, on Lower Randolph Street from Michigan Ave. or Columbus Drive. (If coming from Michigan Ave., stay to the left to access lower Randolph St., do not go to the upper level!)
-Take Randolph Street all of the way to the last stop light before the lake and turn left. (Do not enter caldu-sac)
-Immediately after you turn, Merge left to ramp leading down to parking lot.
- At bottom of ramp, take ticket at the gate (pay upon exit) then drive straight to the end of the lot.
- Park, walk out of opening on the right/east side of the lot. Both yachts will be to your left on the River.


From the North Via Lake Shore Drive
- Take Randolph St. exit off of Lake Shore Drive.
- Turn left at bottom of Randolph St. exit ramp.
- Turn left at second light (Do not enter cal-du-sac).
- Immediately after you turn, Merge left to ramp leading down to parking lot.
- At bottom of ramp, take ticket at the gate (pay upon exit) then drive straight to the end of the lot.
- Park, walk out of opening on the right/east side of the lot. Both yachts will be to your left on the River.


From the South Via Lake Shore Drive
- Exit to Randolph/Wacker Dr. off of Lake Shore Drive. Stay in middle lane of ramp.
- At bottom of ramp, proceed straight beyond traffic light.
- Merge left to ramp leading down to parking lot.
- At bottom of ramp, take ticket at the gate (pay upon exit) then drive straight to the end of the lot.
- Park, walk out of opening on the right/east side of the lot. Both yachts will be to your left on the River

What is the weather like in the area?

We never know! Chicago is usually beautifully temperate in the month of May but can drop in temperatures at night & near the lake. The venues are climate-controlled & the wind is out of control. Please bring a jacket or sweater.

Am I allowed to bring a plus one?

Unless clearly specified on your individual invitation, plus ones will not be included due to space limitations.

Am I allowed to bring my children?

Unless clearly specified on your individual invitation, children will not be included due to space limitations & the nature of our events.

Will there be meal options for guests with dietary restrictions?

We will have vegan, vegetarian, and non-vegetarian options. Our meals will mostly be nut-free with the exception of one dish at the reception (this dish will have cashews and this will be noted).

Will there be an open bar?

YES!! For the welcome party, beer and wine will be provided and there will be a cash bar for liquor. For the reception, Goose Island beer will be provided and you will get to see how it’s made with a brewery tour!

Is there a hotel room block?

Check out the Travel section! We have rooms blocked for the weekend at Aloft Chicago Downtown River North & Fairfield Inn & Suites Chicago Downtown River North. The rates will be available for Thursday, May 8 through Saturday, May 10. These discounted rates will expire on Tuesday, April 8.