Carter Wedding Celebration

Ceremony

Hangout Lighting

Reception

Our Wedding

The Carters

How It Started…  Like true post-COVID era people, we met the modern way—on Hinge. After some time, we were face to face—Danielle fresh out of cancer treatment, and John fresh back in Chicago after chasing big dreams in NYC.  John almost canceled their first date (film reshoot drama), but came back with flowers and charm, so the date was back on. Danielle showed up straight from a hospital visit (pro tip: maybe don’t skip meals before karaoke) and tried to play it cool... until she told her entire cancer story mid-date. Oops.  John didn’t flinch. Instead, he offered food and asked to keep talking. That sealed the deal.  From there, it was game over—they were glued at the hip. Danielle was front row at every show John performed, and John supported her every step as she poured her heart into healing and empowering kids on Chicago’s West Side.  Two months in, John showed up with sunflowers and a note on his phone asking Danielle to be his girlfriend. She said yes.  Fast forward: lots of deep convos, laughs, healing, prayers, matching dreams, and many dog videos later… John asked her dad for his blessing, got the ring, and dropped to one knee in Atlanta on April 6, 2024. Danielle screamed, “Did you ask my dad?!” and then, “YES!”  On August 14, 2024, we made it official at a courthouse surrounded by our people—some in person, some virtually, all in tears (including the judge).  We’ve learned that love is more than butterflies—it's about purpose, prayer, and being each other’s person no matter what. We’re just getting started—and we can’t wait to celebrate this wild, beautiful ride with you on August 16, 2025!

Our Story

Photos

Jordan Horton

Sasha Bankhead 

Ty’ree Butler

Diona Hamilton

Ashley Durrett

Faith Lindsey

Jocelynn Carter

Nate Carter

Scottie Carter

Nosa Cash-Obannon

Bravo Demagio

Walter Poole

Damar Weatherly

Wedding Party

Q + A

The Hyatt is offering rooms at a discount price to us! If you’d like to use the discount code, copy and paste it from the “room block code” section. If you book online the group code is 85917. If guest decide to call to make reservations, please list the following information: Ask for the ‘WEDA’ rate plan to reserve the Wedding Rate Discount or CR #85917 Wicker Park is a fun neighborhood with lots to see and do… And eat! It is not as busy as some of the touristy places and you will not be by the water, but it does not disappoint!

Hyatt Place Chicago/ Wicker Park

theWit Chicago, A Hilton Hotel

No street parking. Hotel valet is $75/ night. They WILL tow your car :)

The Royal Sonesta River North

Wedding Room Black available for 15 rooms using the reservation "Campfield Carter Wedding". With block, the price of a single or double city view room is $249/ Night. To use this discount reservations must be made on or before July 17, 2025. This is a favorite stay of ours and is walking distance to one of our favorite beaches and Navy Pier!

The Wade Lake Shore (foremerly known as the W Lake Shore)

Aloft is a trendy boutique hotel option. On the Mag Mile you’ll have views and SHOPPING options galore.

Aloft Hotel Mag Mile 

Some neighborhoods we would recommend are: Lincoln Park, Lincoln Square, Wicker Park, West Loop, Uptown, Wrigleyville, or anything around downtown, the mag mile, or Lakeshore. If you are unsure about a location or neighborhood, please feel free to reach out to us for guidance. ￼

John & Danielle

John & Danielle

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