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Megan & William

August 2, 2025 • Chicago, IL

Megan & William

August 2, 2025 • Chicago, IL

Q + A

🥂 General Ceremony & Reception Info

What time should I arrive?

If you plan to attend the Church Service please arrive at 2:30. The doors will close at 2:50. If you plan to go straight to the reception please arrive no earlier than 4:30 at Salvatore's.

Where is the ceremony/reception located?

Ceremony is at Saint Clements & the Reception is at Salvatore's both located in Lincoln Park.

👗 What to Wear

Is there a dress code?

Yes, we would like all our guest to be in garden formal wear. Women: Please wear long or midi-length dresses. Think elegant and garden formal. Men: Suits are preferred.

What’s the vibe?

Formal Garden Party

Will any part be outdoors/grass? (Heels warning!)

No grass, but if you don't take the Trolly from the Church to the Reception it is a 5 minute walk.

What color are the bridesmaids wearing?

The bridesmaids will be in an icy blue.

🅿️ Transportation & Parking

Is there valet or self-parking?

Ceremony: There is limited parking available onsite at the Church. Please plan to arrive early, as the lot is small and there is ongoing road construction in the area. If onsite parking is full, self-parking is available at Laurie’s Children’s Hospital—about a 5-minute walk to the Church. Reception: After the ceremony, guests may drive to Salvatore’s for the reception. Complimentary valet parking will be available. Alternatively, Laurie's Children's Hospital is also just a 2-minute walk from the reception venue and can be used for self-parking. Shuttle Service: For guests staying at the hotel and not planning to drive, a trolley will be provided to transport you from the Church to the reception.

Will you have transportation from the Hotel

Yes! A trolley will depart from Hotel Lincoln at 2:35 PM to take guests to the ceremony. Please meet in the hotel lobby by 2:20 PM and be outside by 2:25 PM—the trolley will not wait. After the ceremony, guests can either walk to the reception or ride the trolley again. A return trolley will depart from Salvatore’s at 10:30 PM and head back to Hotel Lincoln.

Are Ubers/Lyfts easy to get at the venue?

Yes, very easy! We're in the heart of Lincoln Park you shouldn't have any issues getting a ride.

🍸 Food & Drink

Will there be a full dinner?

Yes, we've very excited for the dinner you'll be getting. We've got a variety of Italian food and have options for all dietary restrictions.

Is there an open bar?

Yes, cocktail hour starts at 4:30 and goes until 10PM.

💌 RSVPs & Plus-Ones

Can I bring a guest?

Unless your invite indicated you have a guest option please do not bring a guest. We want to make sure that our closest family and friends are able to celebrate with us on our wedding day.

Can I bring my kids?

No, as much as we love kids we think all the parents need a night off. This is a kid free wedding.

What’s the RSVP deadline?

June 29th

🏨 Accommodations & Travel

Are there hotel blocks?

Yes, we have a hotel block at Hotel Lincoln. Please check out the Hotel Accommodations tab for our booking link for the discounted rates.

Is there a shuttle service to/from the venue?

Yes, we'll have a Trolly service to get you to and from all our stops during the day.

🎉 The Fun Stuff

Will there be dancing?

Yes, bring your dancing shoes. We are going to have a live band. Make sure to find the bride and groom on the dance floor at some point in the evening.

Are kids welcome?

No, its parents night off!

What time does the party end?

The night at Salvatore's will wrap up at 10:30PM, but there might be an after party next door at Gaslight or Tin Lizzies if we're lucky.