Please join us at the Durkin Household for welcome food and drinks. Come see the groom in action, doing what he loves most, grilling up food for friends and family!! We can’t wait to raise a glass and spend time with everyone before the big day.

Please allow extra time to arrive for the ceremony—Chicago traffic can be unpredictable! Rideshares (Uber/Lyft/taxi) can drop you off right at the front door. If you’re driving, there’s a parking lot just east of the building (opens at 5pm), as well as street parking nearby. If you’d like to arrive early or get the celebration started right away, Midwest Coast Brewing Company is conveniently located next door—an amazing spot to grab a drink before the festivities begin!

The night’s not over yet! After the reception, we’ll be heading to The Irish Nobleman to keep the party rolling — drinks, late-night laughs, and maybe a little more dancing encouraged.

Join Sam and I for breakfast the following morning at Time Out Market, a three‑story food hall in West Loop’s historic Fulton Market! We will be posting up a table for a few hours and would love for you to stop by and say hello.

Because one night just isn’t enough. Join us the day after the wedding as we crawl through Chicago’s best bars for a Halloween-themed encore.