As newly engaged couples fantasize about their dream wedding, saying "I Do" on the beach is almost always at the top of the list. The cost of the average wedding in this country runs upwards of $30,000, but destination weddings can cost couples as little as one third of that. although they are cheaper, destination weddings can be challenging to coordinate if you have elderly family members or relatives unable to pay the costs associated with traveling to your wedding.
having a local beach wedding when you don't live in a state on or near either the east, west or Gulf coasts can be a bit tricky. The states in the great lakes area do have "beaches" - though some may describe them more as lake fronts. If you are planning a Chicago beach wedding, there are a few tips to keep in mind:
1. Season: The summer is beach season no matter where you go, but this seems to be even more-so the case in a city like Chicago. If you aren't dead set on having a summer wedding, consider a Spring or Fall beach/lake front affair. An off beach season wedding in Chicago will undoubtedly be a bit chilly, but you also won't have to worry about competing with the summer crowds and kids ruining your wedding photos!
2. Location: You know that location is everything, but just remember point number 1 when settling on your location as well. There are some venues that are certainly better than others. Some of the top locations for Chicago beach weddings are the 63rd Street Beach House, the beach area across from The W Hotel by Navy Pier, Promontory Point and Northerly Island.
3. Permissions: Before you go sending out invitation instructing people to meet you two at the Point, make sure you have the proper permits and permissions to hold your ceremony. For public venues, contact the Parks and Recreation department for your permit application.They can range from $30 to $100 depending on the amount of time required for your ceremony.
The Chicago skyline is a beautiful backdrop for your beach wedding. If you're able to find a location with this view, go for it - even if it costs a little more, it's totally worth the memory.
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