Cheers…

WE’RE GETTING MARRIED!

ALEC HINDEL & KAYLA LUTERAN

February 26-27, 2027

Welcome Party

Friday, February 26

Barcocina Lakeview | 5:30-8:30 PM

Tacos, drinks & mingling - all are invited!

Ceremony

Saturday, February 27

Morgan’s on Fulton | Guest arrival beginning at 5 PM

Reception and dancing to follow.

Accommodations

A small hotel block has been reserved next door to the venue at The Emily Hotel for Friday, February 26 and Saturday, February 27. Book your stay by January 26, 2027. For questions or to extend your stay, reach out to Brianna at (312)764-1922.

Availability is limited—if the block is full, book directly via the hotel. Rates are comparable, and plenty of rooms are available.

BOOK HERE
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Getting to Chicago

• By Train (Amtrak): Amtrak offers service from many major cities directly into Chicago’s Union Station. From there, you can easily take a rideshare, or public transit to the hotel or wedding venue.

• By Car: Chicago is accessible via several major highways, including I-90, I-94, and I-55.

• By Plane: Chicago is served by two major airports:
– O’Hare International Airport (ORD), about 30–45 minutes from downtown
– Midway International Airport (MDW), about 20–30 minutes from downtown

Parking & Transportation:

• SpotHero | Rideshare: Uber or Lyft | Public Transportation (CTA)

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Make it a Weekend

Dine

Nearby recommendations:

  • Coffee: Good Ambler (Great scones), Sawada, Swadesi, La Colombe

  • Lunch: Beatrix, Bar Tutto, Nonnina

  • Dinner: Rose Mary, Maxwell’s Trading, il Carciofo (Get the gelato), Bar Mar, Pizzeria Portofino

  • 21+: Recess, Emporium (Has an arcade), Lazybird, Inkwell

Fun

  • Quintessential Chicago: Art Institute of Chicago, Magnificent Mile, CloudGate

  • Family Fun: Shedd Aquarium, Willis Tower’s Skydeck Chicago, American Girl Place

  • Entertainment: Broadway in Chicago, Second City

The Wedding Party

The Groomsmen

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Michael

Best Man

Brother of the Groom

Matthew

Groomsman

Friend of the Groom

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Spencer

Groomsman

Friend of the Groom

Jon

Groomsman

Friend of the Groom

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Brett

Groomsman

Friend of the Groom

Trevor

Groomsman

The Groom’s Future Brother-in-Law

The Bridesmaids

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Sammy

Matron of Honor

Friend of the Bride

Sara

Maid of Honor

Sister of the Bride

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Cameron

Bridesmaid

The Bride’s Future Sister-in-Law

Delaney

Bridesmaid

The Bride’s Future Sister-in-Law

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Grace

Bridesmaid

The Bride’s Future Sister-in-Law

Katie

Junior Bridesmaid

Goddaughter of the Bride

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