For those flying in, Chicago’s West Loop is centrally located between Midway (MDW) & O’Hare (ORD) airports, so take your pick!

Lyft & Uber is available from both airports directly to the West Loop, and is your most direct option.

Duck Duck Goat is located at 857 W Fulton Market. The hotels below are right nearby and are within walking distance:

• The Emily Hotel, 311 N Morgan St, Chicago, IL 60607

  • You can use the link here for reservations: The Emily Hotel Chicago - Reservations - Room Availability

  • If the block is full, you can also book directly through the hotel

• The Hoxton Hotel, 200 N Green St, Chicago, IL 60607

  • Use the code HITCHED926 when booking at: https://thehoxton.com/chicago/ for 10% off

• The Hyatt House Chicago / West Loop-Fulton Market, 105 N May St, Chicago, IL 60607

  • A non-boutique option for our points people: https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-house/en-US/chixl-hyatt-house-chicago-west-loop-fulton-market

Friday 9/25/2026

For those in town Friday, we will be hosting a Welcome Party from 7-9pm outdoor at Fora @ the Emily Hotel. Would love to see you all for some bites and a cheers or two.

Saturday 9/26/2026

The Main Event @ Duck Duck Goat starts at 6pm. Dinner will be served, with drinks & good vibes throughout.

Stay hydrated! After DDG we’ll make our way to the after party. Located two blocks away, at one of our favorite spots - Estereo. Drinks & dancing 11-2am.

The time has come, to come correct.

We purposely chose Duck Duck Goat for its flair and personality (& food), and want the dress code to reflect that. Dress up, have fun, look chic, feel good!

Elevated cocktail requested.

Have questions? Text us!

Chicago’s West Loop has everything - there are incredible restaurants, bars, and great shopping along Randolph and Fulton Market. There is absolutely no shortage of activities.

Highly recommend using Open Table or Resy apps to secure a reservation in advance for the dining options. But there are a ton of casual grab & go spots as well.

Some of our favorite spots are below:

Drink

• Lone Wolf - fun, dark dive bar. Great beer list and cocktails

• Bisous - french cocktail bar with great martinis

• Fox Bar - late night speakeasy @ Soho House

• Sunnygun - great patio, cheap beers, frozen cocktails

• Sawada Coffee - Tony & friends recommend the Iced Military Matcha Latte

Dine

• Au Cheval - iconic

• Trivoli Tavern - swanky supper club

• Green Street Smoked Meats - self explanatory & delicious

• Lyra - top notch greek food

• Cabra - rooftop peruvian

• Aba - gorgeous tapas

• The Publican - a Chicago staple

• Forno Rosso - neopolitan pizza yumm

Do

• Big City Pickle, Fulton Market - reserve an early morning pickleball court (https://www.chicagocitypickle.com/)

• Explore the nearby Chicago neighborhoods

  • Wicker Park, West Town, Lincoln Park are our faves

• Wendella Boat Tours are an incredible way to see Chicago. Sign up for an early afternoon Architecture Tour - you will not be disappointed: https://wendellaboats.com/

• Saturday 9/26 - Randolph Street Market Festival

  • Art, Antiques, Vintage Decor & Clothing, Food @ 1341 W Randolph (www.randolphstreetmarket.com)

• When you inevitably forget your belt and/or dress socks, shop around - they have everything!

We kept the wedding activities local to the West Loop, but Chicago has so many other great neighborhoods and spots easily accessible by Lyft/Uber or public transit.

Your formal invite will include the names of invitees and instructions on how to RSVP.

We love your kids, but this is an adults-only event. We know it’s a lot to ask and we very much appreciate the effort it takes to travel & celebrate with us.