The Northman Beer & Cider Garden on the Riverwalk

Friday Happy Hour

The Arts Club of Chicago

Celebration

Parson's Chicken and Fish - Andersonville

Sunday Brunch

In 2020 we eloped in the middle of that ol' pandemic but we've been wanting to celebrate with you! So, we're finally having a party here in Chicago! We want to invite you (Yes, YOU!) this summer to eat, drink, and be merry right in the heart of downtown Chicago. Can Cole dance? Can you dance? We'll all try together. We hope to see you then!

Other Details

What should I wear?

We suggest colorful cocktail attire and your best dancing shoes.

Are children invited to the party?

Due to space limitations we can only invite the children of family members to the Saturday celebration at the Arts Club. (The whole family is welcome at both the Friday happy hour and Sunday brunch.) If you plan to travel to Chicago with your kids and need a sitter for the night, we're happy to help you connect with sitters so parents can have a night on the town. We highly recommend Chicago Super Sitters. Check them out here:<a href="https://chicagosupersitters.com/parent-services/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://chicagosupersitters.com/parent-services/</a> When you are ready to book it, you can do so here:<a href="https://chicagosupersitter.force.com/familyportal/s/register" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://chicagosupersitter.force.com/familyportal/s/register</a>

Travel

Chicago is a great city with lots to do in the summer. For a few tips on what to see check out our <a href="https://www.theknot.com/us/sarah-curran-and-zack-sheppard-jun-2024-0dcd2f04-8e4e-41e2-8741-9250f2e747f3/things-to-do" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Things to Do page</a> and for details on room blocks, see the <a href="https://www.theknot.com/us/sarah-curran-and-zack-sheppard-jun-2024-0dcd2f04-8e4e-41e2-8741-9250f2e747f3/travel" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Travel page</a>.

Our Celebration

In town early? Come join us Friday from 5-7 for a Happy Hour at the Northman Beer and Cider Garden on the Riverwalk. http://www.thenorthman.com/

Saturday Celebration

Events

Our Story

Photos

Cole Curran Sheppard

Wedding Party

Q + A

The Arts Club of Chicago is right downtown and there are a million places to stay in walking distance. We took the liberty of holding two hotel blocks near the venue, but you are welcome to stay anywhere in the city!

Room blocks

(Note: The Intercontinental <a href="https://www.google.com/search?client=firefox-b-1-d&amp;sca_esv=b9746de7b5e2e92d&amp;q=chicago+intercontinental+hotel+pool&amp;tbm=isch&amp;source=lnms&amp;sa=X&amp;ved=2ahUKEwizzqeJ3rCEAxWB5ckDHQ2QDewQ0pQJegQICxAB&amp;biw=1325&amp;bih=750&amp;dpr=1#imgrc=VwfdWpDQacpyRM" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">has a great indoor pool</a>. We sometimes get a day pass just to use it. We've even taken Cole swimming there!) To reserve with this room rate you can call or use the link provided <a href="https://www.intercontinental.com/redirect?path=rates&amp;brandCode=IC&amp;localeCode=en&amp;regionCode=1&amp;hotelCode=ORDHA&amp;checkInDate=28&amp;checkInMonthYear=052024&amp;checkOutDate=30&amp;checkOutMonthYear=052024&amp;numberOfAdults=1&amp;numberOfRooms=1&amp;_PMID=99801505&amp;GPC=IED&amp;cn=no&amp;viewfullsite=true" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a> or call 1-800-628-2112 (312-944-4100 X 2 for International Calls). The cut-off date for accepting reservations into this room block is 5:00PM Central time, Friday, May 31, 2024.

InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile, an IHG Hotel

Reservations for the room block have to be made by Wednesday, May 29, 2024.

Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile

Chicago Architecture Cruise

There is a lakefront path that runs the whole length of Chicago just for cyclists and pedestrians. Rent a divvy bike or stroll along the shore for a great view of the city.

Bike or walk along the lakefront

The Art Institute of Chicago

A few of our favorite restaurants

Bavette's Bar &amp; Steakhousehttps://bavettessteakhouse.com/ Avechttps://www.avecrestaurant.com/

36 Hours in Chicago travel guide

<a href="https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2023/09/28/travel/things-to-do-chicago.html?unlocked_article_code=1.X00.YmfE.au31ss0XPgGX&amp;smid=nytcore-ios-share&amp;referringSource=articleShare" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">This New York Times guide for things to do on a long weekend in Chicago</a> has some good sights. Also, it highlights our neighborhood, Andersonville!

And More!

<a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1sLtAZiw3bbINBiZyYIcFvuOWTeQjr8mmNRFe4i95vJ4/edit" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Here's</a> a google doc with more ideas for activities and restaurants all over the city.

Sarah & Zack

Sarah & Zack

Wedding Party