Will & Emily
Will & Emily
Things to Do
Things to do
If you arrive early or stay a while after our wedding date and are looking for things to do, you’re in the right spot! Each of these locations has a special place in our relationship, from date night spots to sharing time together with friends and family. We hope you’re able to make great new memories of your own at some of the places special to us when we’re home.
In the Suburbs
- Eats -
Rosati's Pizza
Our local Rosati's has a special place in our heart as our local pizza spot for catering high school events and sharing pizza as a family. Thin crust cheese, double-dough, and gluten free are our favs, or try their crispy buffalo wings or chicken parmesan sandwich if you're not feeling the pizza route.
Bellalukes
Our favorite spot for Chicago-style food in Lake Zurich, be sure to get the Chicago-style hotdogs with a side of fries.
Tacos El Norte
Popular in Lake Zurich for good Mexican takeout, we shared dates, marching band section dinners, and plenty of time with friends at Tacos El Norte.
Let's Yo Frozen Yogurt
Support local with one of our favorite date spots, Let's Yo! Grab some fro-yo and drive over to the train station to get a quiet moment away with the likelihood of seeing the Metra in action.
Brunch Cafe-Kildeer
Delicious breakfast with great portions that we love sharing for breakfast and brunch dates together, plus great gluten free options!
Southern Belle's
Another delicious, intimate breakfast spot in Downtown Barrington, we have shared some cozy breakfast dates at Southern Belle's and hope you can too!
- Activities -
Cuba Marsh Forest Preserve
Park at the Cuba Road trailhead and enjoy a walk or run to Citizens Park.
Deer Park Town Center
A great place to get your retail therapy and walk in with stores like Apple, Crate & Barrel, Sephora, Lululemon, Kendra Scott, Altar'd State, Century Theaters (best popcorn) and more.
Cinemark Century Deer Park 16
This movie theater is our original spot for movie dates and the best movie theater popcorn we've had. If you're looking for a chill activity ahead of the wedding, we would recommend!
The Arboretum of South Barrington
Adjacent to the Marriott reserved for our wedding block, the Arboretum has a mix of dining and entertainment options you may consider ahead of the wedding.
Pinstripes
Speaking of the Arboretum, Pinstripes is a great spot for bocce ball and bowling! We've enjoyed time with family and friends here and hope you can too.
Downtown East Dundee
Just blocks from our wedding venue on the east side of the Fox River, Downtown East Dundee has a mix of businesses along the Fox River Trail.
Downtown West Dundee
Staying closer to the venue? Consider the beautiful Main Street of West Dundee, just across the Fox River from the Brix.