You’ve found your perfect mate. Now it’s me to pick a venue for your big day.
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum's magnificent Plaza, the center rotunda of the museum, offers a spectacular backdrop for elegant receptions. Couples may choose to be introduced from our White House replica. Catering is available or couples may bring in outside catering for an additional charge. The library and museum are ideal for wedding rehearsal dinners and receptions. $500-$2,250. 212 N. Sixth St., 217-558-8873. presidentlincoln.ilIinois.gov.
Arlington's Upstairs
Built in 1917, the venue at 210 Broadway has been reincarnated into a beautiful restaurant and bar, blending the old factory frame with timeless interior design. Arlington's Upstairs offers a beautiful setting for wedding receptions, ceremonies and rehearsal dinners. The banquet room offers a full bar, stage and custom catering packages. The entire building may be rented for larger parties. Pricing is available upon request. 210 Broadway St., 217-679-6235. arlingtonsspi.com.
Camp Widjiwagan
Located on Lake Springfield, the enchanting 67 wooded acres are perfect for your special event. A majestic lake view, coupled with the rustic elegance of the stunning new LRS Leadership Center, creates a beautiful landscape to host weddings and events. Outdoor adventures such as a challenge course, zip line, archery, swimming and boating, as well as rustic lodging, are also available. 71 Wienold Lane, 217-372-5221. widjievents@girlscoutsgsci.org.
Columbian Grand Hall Banquet and Conference Center
Columbian Grand Hall Banquet and Conference Center offers a large banquet hall for any size wedding, party or business event. Our built-in dance floor and full size, on-site bar make this the perfect place to celebrate many occasions. The venue accommodates up to 350 guests. Newly renovated, our decor blends well with any theme and color ideas for all types of rentals. 2200 S. Meadowbrook Road, 217-787-2360.
Crowne Plaza Hotel
Whether your wedding is an intimate dinner for 20 or a lavish party of 400 plus, the Crowne Plaza is the perfect backdrop for your special day. With an abundance of settings - all flexible, customizable and occasions of all styles. Enjoy an intimate celebration with close
friends and family, or stage a grand affair, complete with dazzling
audio/video touches, for more than 100 guests in the 3,050-square-foot
Presidential Ballroom. Treat guests to delicious culinary creations that
will please all palates. At the end of the night, newlyweds and guests
alike can retire to comfortable and modern guest rooms. 3100 S. Dirksen
Parkway, 217-529-7171.
Hoogland Center for t he Arts
Ornate,
old-style theater and balcony offer a unique site for weddings with up
to 270 guests for the ceremony and 120 guests for receptions. $499-$899.
Catering by Arena Food Services. 420 S. Sixth St., 217-523-2787.
hcfta.org.
Illinois State Fairgrounds
Three beautifully distinct locations for any size wedding and reception.
• The Orr Building features a water fountain in the center of an open area and glass windows throughout the site. $1,175.
• Built in 1898, the Artisans Building features hardwood floors and an open floor plan for endless possibilities. $1,375.
•
The Illinois Building has three floors, a 470-seat theater, a rooftop
with an amazing view of the fairgrounds and plate-glass exhibit windows.
Main floor and mezzanine $975.
Inn at 835
The
Inn at 835 Boutique Hotel Catering & Events offers a premier
wedding destination as well as a top-rated bed and breakfast in the
area. Two luxurious parlors in the historic hotel building host events
up to 125, while the attached Conservatory event space and connected,
private Caucus Lounge holds parties of up to 250-300. Garden wedding
packages are available with outdoor seating for up to 150. The Inn at
835 is a completely inclusive wedding venue, with the ability to provide
furnishings, linens, tableware, on-site catering and complete bar and
beverage services by our team of hospitality professionals, attending to
everything a remarkable wedding reception could need. $150-$1245. 835
S. 2nd St., 217-523-4466. innat835.com.
Lake Springfield Beach House
Nestled
in Center Park, the Beach House sits on beautiful Lake Springfield. The
facility has two large rooms connected by a central foyer, fireplaces, a
large patio and a kitchen. Tables and chairs can seat up to 200 guests.
Reservations are taken year-round. The building is available
April-December. 101 Long Bay Drive, 217-757-8660, ext. 1011.
lakereservations@cwlp.com.
Legacy Theatre
This mid-century-style theater offers a dramatic
setting for weddings and receptions. The theater seats 300. The swanky
lounge offers reception seating for up to 150. The venue also includes a
beautiful outdoor courtyard. No catering restrictions. Rates start at
$1,250. 101 E. Lawrence Ave., 217-528-9760. AtTheLegacy.com.
Lincoln Memorial Garden
A
woodland garden with seasonal wildflowers, colorful trees in the autumn
and a view of Lake Springfield accent this outdoor ceremony site for up
to 200 guests. Wide trails, mostly shaded by huge trees, crisscross the
garden and lead to stone-ringed areas for ceremonies in natural
settings. Golf cart rental is available. Fees are based on the number of
guests. 2301 E. Lake Drive, 217-529-1111. lincolnmemorialgarden.org.
joel@lincolnmemorialgarden.org.
Long Bridge Golf Course
From
mid-April to the end of October, hold your ceremony in a
climate-controlled tent that seats 275 and has an adjacent courtyard.
The
venue offers a large bride's room, turnaround drive at the entrance for
convenient drop off and reserved, close parking for the bridal party.
1055 W. Camp Sangamo Road, 217-744-8311. longbridgegc.com.
Northfield Inn, Suites and Conference Center
Two chandelier -lit ballrooms are available for romantic ceremonies and receptions accommodating 150-400 guests. We
also provide a complimentary changing room for the bridal party. Space
is also available for small, intimate family-style rehearsal dinners.
The wedding coordinators can expertly assist you with the smallest of
details. Complimentary king Jacuzzi room is available for the bride and
groom after the wedding. 3280 Northfield Drive, 217-523-7900.
northfieldinn.com.
Panther Creek Country Club
It is the
perfect setting for ceremonies and receptions, whether you desire an
outdoor, open-air ceremony, one that is under a covered patio or an
indoor space sheltered from the weather. The beautiful main dining room
that overlooks the 18th hole of our pristine golf course is available
for receptions. The beautiful vaulted ceilings make this warm, classic
space the perfect backdrop for your reception. Our professional culinary
team is ready to exceed your expectations and our expert banquet staff
is here to guide you through every step of the planning process. On your
special weekend, we will be there from rehearsal through the final
dance. We promise you that while planning your wedding, our staff will
make it easy, fun and worry-free. 3001 Panther Creek Drive,
217-546-4431. panthercreekcc.com. skent@panthercreekcc.com.
Pasfield House Inn
This
beautiful 1896 Georgian-style home with rich, elegant decor features a
front veranda, romantic English garden and brick courtyard fountain for
small, intimate weddings. It is ideal for engagement parties, bridal
showers and rehearsal dinners. The venue accommodates 125 guests for
cocktails and formal dinners of 50. An outdoor wedding garden is
available for up to 125 guests. 525 Pasfield St., 217-525-3663.
pasfieldhouse.com.
Piper Glen Golf and Social Club
The
Grand Tent, with accommodations for up to 250 guests, features a
20-by-20 dance floor, tables, linens and other accessories. The Palmer
Room, surrounded by windows overlooking the spectacular golf course,
seats 150 guests for quaint and intimate events. 7112 Piper Glen Drive,
217-483-6537. piperglen.com.
Poe's Catering
Poe's
Catering provides a memorable space for an outdoor ceremony, overlooking
a tranquil pond. For receptions, the banquet rooms seat up to 300
guests in 5,400 square feet of festive space. 295 East Andrew Road,
217-487-7601. poescatering.com.
President Abraham Lincoln Springfield a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
This
downtown venue features an awardwinning executive chef, a certified
wedding professional, an elegant and newly renovated ballroom with
Venetian glass chandeliers, menu tastings and suite accommodations for
the bride and groom. 701 E. Adams St., 217-321-2433.
dtspringfieldil.com.
Rail Golf Course
This
spectacularly elegant outdoor facility for 300 guests offers
breathtaking views of the gorgeous grounds and dance floor. Outdoor
patio accommodates up to 60 guests for smaller events. 1400 S. Club
House Drive, 217-525-0365. railgolf.com.
Springfield Park District
The
park district offers beautiful outdoor wedding and reception venues at
several locations. Seating for 60-150 guests. $70-$2,000.
• Douglas Park band shell at MacArthur Boulevard and Madison Street.
•
Lincoln Greens Golf Club banquet room has large windows with a view of
Lake Springfield. Rental fee is for four hours. Room seats approximately
140 guests. 700 E. Lake Drive.
• Lincoln Park bridge or
pavilion. The pavilion is perched on a hilltop with a scenic view, large
chandeliers and 8-foot windows that light the grand banquet hall. Fifth St. and Sangamon Ave.
• Southwind
Park terrace, gazebo, butterfly garden, tree house or Selvaggio arches
are options for beautiful outdoor ceremonies. 4965 S. Second St.,
217-585-2941.
• Washington Park's Botanical Garden annual display
beds, rose garden, outdoor gathering plaza and the Roman Culture Garden
provide stunning, colorful settings for outdoor weddings. 1740 W.
Fayette Ave., 217-546-4116.
• Washington Park gazebo or pavilion.
The gazebo is a quaint spot in Washington Park to hold a lovely wedding ceremony.
The
pavilion was built around 1900 and has an elegant cobblestone event
lodge complete with a banquet room, kitchen and dining room. South Grand
Avenue and MacArthur Boulevard, 217-544-1751.
springfieldparkdistrict.org.
State House Inn
The State
House Inn offers the 3,500-squarefoot Governor's Ballroom for couples
looking for a grander site. The venue has a personal wedding planner,
tables, linen and accessories and five-star catering accommodating up to
275 guests. It also offers space for bridal parties and bachelorette
parties. 101 W. Adams St., 217-528-5100. thestatehouseinn.com.
Venue 1929
Our
unique venue is surrounded by romance with a vine-draped candelabra,
two walls with arched windows, two fireplaces, chandeliers and two-story
high exposed wood beams.
Have your ceremony or first dance in the
mezzanine balcony overlooking the main floor or in front of the stunning
stone fireplace. Built in 1929, this venue is a perfect balance of
vintage character and rustic elegance.
The venue is available for
rehearsal dinners, parties and showers and accommodates receptions for
up to 150 guests. 711 S. Fifth St., 217-899-5688 or 217-899-9061.
venue1929.com.
VFW Post 755
VFW Post 755 offers a large
dance floor, two bars and catering for weddings and receptions with up
to 300 guests. 2211 Old Jacksonville Road. 217-546-9515 or 217-836-6032.
Wyndham Springfield City Centre
Over
50,000 square feet of event space is available with elegant, spacious
ballrooms seating up to 600 guests, scenic rooms on the 29th floor
overlooking the city and the modern Pinnacle Club Lounge on the 30th
floor, known for its panoramic view.
On-site catering, complimentary
tasting, complimentary suite for the newlyweds, discounted blocks of
rooms for guests and a professional wedding coordinator are provided.
700 E. Adams St., 217-789-1530. wyndham.com/hotels/49084.
