Julia & Brian

Saturday, July 18, 2026 • Wheeling, IL
414 Days To Go!

Julia & Brian

Saturday, July 18, 2026 • Wheeling, IL
414 Days To Go!

What is the attire?

Black Tie Optional: tuxedos & suits, floor length or fancy cocktail dresses, or a formal pantsuit. Please no gym shoes, jeans, or casual wear. Please refrain from wearing full shades of white or cream in reference to your suits and dresses.

Can I bring my kids?

We would love to have everyone, but can only have a select amount of guests. This information will specified on your invite. Please look for “insert name + family” vs. just you or you + your spouses name. You can also check by RSVPing to see the number of people included on your invite.

Can I bring a plus one?

As much as we’d love to have everyone, we can only have a select amount of guests. This information will be included on your original invite. You can also check by RSVPing, where we would allow you to RSVP for 2 people instead of 1.

How should I get there?

There will be shuttle to and from the reception available to guests staying at the chosen hotel. Everyone else will be expected to find their own transportation to and from the ceremony and wedding reception. If you are having any trouble, we recommend Uber/Lyft, which is easily accessible in the greater Chicago area.

What time should I arrive?

Ceremony: please arrive 30 minutes early to the church in order to give yourself time to park, socialize, and find a seat. Reception: Cocktail hour starts at 6pm. Reception starts at 7pm & goes until 1am.

Where is the ceremony?

Saint Mary of the Woods 6959 N Hiawatha Ave Chicago, IL 60646

Where is the reception?

Chevy Chase Country Club 1000 N Milwaukee Ave Wheeling, IL 60090

Where do I RSVP?

Online only, through this website's RSVP link. We are not accepting mail-in RSVPs.

When should I RSVP by?

Please RSVP by Saturday, June 6th, 2026.

Will there be parking?

Yes, both the church and the reception venue have large parking lots available at no cost to you.

Will our wedding be indoor or outdoor?

Our ceremony and reception are both indoor. There will be an outdoor patio available during cocktail hour & the reception.

Will there be an open bar or cash bar?

Open Bar - having cash tips available for the bartenders will be greatly appreciated.