Wedding Details
Saturday, August 24, 2024
3:00pm - 11:00pm
Glen Ellyn, Illinois
Schedule
3:00PM-3:30PM - CEREMONY
Abbington Distinctive Banquets
3 South 002 IL Route 53 Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
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Our ceremony will begin promptly at 3:00pm in the South Ballroom. Ushers and attendants will be there to help direct you. Recommended arrival is between 2:30pm-2:45pm.
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We look forward to celebrating with you!
3:30PM-11:00PM - RECEPTION
Abbington Distinctive Banquets
3 South 002 IL Route 53 Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
3:30PM
CHAMPAGNE TOAST
Our reception will start with a champagne toast in the foyer. Close family of the bride and groom will be taking photos during this time around the venue.
4:00PM
COCKTAIL HOUR
Cocktail hour begins at 4:00pm with the bar in the South ballroom and served hors devours. Feel free to find your seat, mingle at the cocktail tables, or enjoy the weather on the outdoor patio.
5:30PM
WEDDING PARTY ENTRANCE
Find your seats as the wedding party enters to mark the beginning of the dinner service.
6:00PM
DINNER
Dinner begins with the starter and soup, with wine selections on the table. The plated dinner will require your selection in advance, so please include your dinner choice on the RSVPs. Please only bring those included on your invitation. The menu is below for your convenience.
7:15PM
DANCING BEGINS
7:30PM
PHOTO BOOTH OPENS
Commemorate the night by taking some photos at our open air photo booth. Photo strips are printed on-site and digital copies will be made available later.
9:00PM
SPARKLER SEND OFF
Wedding party will gather on the patio to take last photos.
9:30PM
11:00PM
11:15PM
LATE NIGHT SNACK
Ramen Bar!
LAST DANCE
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SHUTTLE TO HOTEL
Shuttle leaves venue to the Doubletree, where we will continue the party at their bar!
Accomodations
DOUBLE TREE SUITES, DOWNERS GROVE
We have a block of hotel rooms at the Double Tree Suites Downers Grove.
Shuttle services will be provided from this hotel to and from the wedding.
2111 Butterfield Rd.
Downer's Grove, IL 60515
(630) 971-2000
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Book by 8/1/24 for special room rates.
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Other Nearby Hotels Include:
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Chicago Marriott Downers Grove
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Extended Stay America Chicago, Downers Grove
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Holiday Inn Express Chicago-Downers Grove, an IHG Hotel
Attire
SEMI-FORMAL SUMMER COCKTAIL
We kindly invite you to join us in incorporating our colors in your outfits on our special day.
Menu
Starter
Baked Potato Soup with Smoked Bacon
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Salad
Iceberg Wedge Salad with Diced Tomato, Bacon & Balsamic Vinaigrette or Italian Dressing
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Chicken + Salmon Entree Choice
Grilled Chicken Marsala + Teriyaki Salmon Filet
Fresh Mushrooms with a Marsala Wine Sauce + Brown Sugar Soy Sauce
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Shrimp + Beef Entree Choice
Jumbo Gulf Shrimp + Filet Mignon
Grilled with Garlic + Cracked Peppercorn Cognac Sauce
Vegetarian Entree Choice
Vegetarian Tortellini Pasta Primavera with Sun-dried Tomatoes, Seasonal Vegetables & Roasted Garlic Alfredo
Kid's Entree
Chicken Tenders + Fries
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Please let us know if you have any allergies or dietary restrictions!