BRIDES Chicago: 4 Venues Perfect for an Outdoor Spring Wedding

Spring in Chicago means lush greenery, dripping ivy, and an abundance of couples planning to exchange vows surrounded by some of the windy city’s most decadent outdoor backdrops. We’ve gathered a list of our favorite venues, perfect for every Chicago duo looking to tie the knot outdoors in the spring.

Chicago Botanic Garden
Hosting a celebration at one of Chicago’s most desired floral backdrops means your guests will be surrounded by overflowing gardens and seasonal blooms. Blend the natural elements of the site’s yearly blooms with your wedding vision, making this unique space your own. Constantly obtaining accolades from various publications for its charm, this spring wedding venue will have charm your guests with the magic of spring. Read real brides’ reviews here!

The Ivy Room at Tree Studios
This stunning space is the essential backdrop for any bride looking for an equal balance of industrial and spring in her aesthetics. Living up to its name, The Ivy Room at Tree Studios hosts weddings and other elegant receptions throughout the year. The venue’s outdoor ivy-covered walls of this fresh open-air space. Found within the heart of downtown Chicago, this lush site breaks up its urban surroundings of one of the city’s most bustling areas with shrubbery, flourishing blooms, and natural lighting. Read real brides’ reviews here!

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Morton Arboretum
What better place to give thanks for spring than at a wedding held at the birthplace of some of Chicago’s most breathtaking greenery? The unforgettable gardens of this arboretum offer guests an abundance of open-air ceremony spaces found within the grounds of the site’s 1,700 acres of lush landscapes. One-of-a-kind gardens make a celebration at this wedding spot a natural choice for any bride craving fresh air on her big day. Read real brides’ reviews here!

Millennium Park
Known amongst locals as both a popular spot to pop the question and tie the knot, it’s safe to say that this lush landscape is an essential location to peruse for all spring brides. One of the park’s outdoor ceremony sites rests on the corner of Michigan Avenue and Randolph Street (otherwise known as Wrigley Square). The square houses the Millennium Monument, a full-sized replica of the original peristyle built between 1917 and 1953. This iconic site is ideal for any Chicago bride who wants to combine the city’s history with breathtaking outdoor ambiance. Read real brides’ reviews here!

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