Adler Planetarium
A Chicago Wedding Venue with Stunning Skyline and Lake Views
For couples who want a wedding that’s as breathtaking as the stars, The Adler Planetarium offers one of the most unforgettable wedding venues in Chicago. Set at the tip of Northerly Island, the Adler provides panoramic views of the Chicago skyline and Lake Michigan, a picture-perfect backdrop for ceremonies, cocktail hours, and receptions. Its unique combination of scientific wonder, architectural beauty, and waterfront setting makes it a dream location for couples looking to celebrate in a truly iconic space.
The Adler Planetarium features multiple event spaces, from the elegant Skyline Terrace and Solarium to the Grainger Sky Theater, offering both indoor and outdoor options for your celebration. Couples love the flexibility of hosting a romantic ceremony on the terrace overlooking the lake, followed by a reception surrounded by the city lights. Whether your style is modern and chic or classic and timeless, this Chicago wedding venue offers a setting that feels out of this world.
At Wedicity, we love helping couples design weddings at The Adler that highlight its breathtaking views and celestial charm. Our team handles every detail, from layout and lighting design to vendor coordination and guest experience, to ensure your event flows effortlessly. Whether you want a sleek modern celebration or a romantic evening under the stars, we’ll help you bring your vision to life in this extraordinary venue.
Why Engaged Couples Love The Adler Planetarium
Few wedding venues Chicago offers can compete with the views at The Adler Planetarium. Its lakefront location provides a 360-degree panorama of the city’s skyline, making it one of the most photogenic venues in Illinois. The modern glass architecture allows natural light to pour in during the day, while at night the city glows as a sparkling backdrop to your celebration. It’s a space that feels grand yet intimate, where every moment, from your first look to your last dance, feels cinematic.
Couples appreciate that The Adler Planetarium offers both indoor and outdoor event spaces, allowing for seamless transitions between ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception. The combination of contemporary design and timeless beauty creates a setting that feels uniquely Chicago. Whether you’re hosting a small private event or a large-scale wedding, the venue’s layout and amenities make it easy to create a celebration that feels effortless and elegant.
Working with Wedicity ensures your wedding at The Adler Planetarium is as smooth as it is stunning. Our planning team understands the logistics of this unique waterfront venue and will help you coordinate every detail, from transportation and vendor timing to décor that complements the space’s architecture and views. For couples searching for a wedding venue in Chicago that combines modern design, natural beauty, and unforgettable skyline views, The Adler Planetarium truly shines as one of the city’s best.
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Complete our inquiry form, and we'll get back to you promptly to schedule a 30-minute consultation discovery call — where we can connect and learn about your wedding dreams.
Consultation Discovery Call
During your discovery session, we’ll get to know you and your fiancé, discuss what’s most important to you, the level of planning and design you’re seeking, and start envisioning your dream wedding weekend. You'll also learn about our approach, and if we’re a good fit, we’ll schedule a proposal review to move forward.
Proposal Review
In the Proposal Review, we’ll outline what you can expect working with us, go over our full planning and design process, and answer all your questions. You’ll leave this meeting feeling excited, confident, and ready to move forward with a trusted partner by your side!
On-Boarding & Kick-Off Call
The Wedicity Planning Experience officially begins! We’ll get you onboarded into our planning platform and schedule an initial Kick-Off Call. Prior to the call, you'll complete our Wedding Party Questionnaire and Wedding Foundation Guide — helping us get to know you, your priorities, and vision for your day.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
At Wedicity, diversity, inclusion, and love in all forms are at the heart of what we do.
We are proud to be a LGBTQ+ Friendly, Denomination-Wide, and Racially/Culturally Inclusive wedding planning team — leading with a service-first mentality and a passion for creating joyful, meaningful celebrations.
Hate has no place here. Love is Love!
Our Locations
At Wedicity, as a destination Wedding planning service, we offer our services across the country and in various worldwide destinations from coast to coast, including New York, Southern California, Aspen, Italy, Amalfi Coast, and Paris. Our team of expert wedding planners and event designers are ready to create unforgettable experiences for you and your guests.
To learn more about our planning and design services and how we can help you plan your dream wedding, please contact us using the form above. Our team is based out of Chicago and services weddings from City to Coast!
Looking to get away for an intimate wedding celebration or bring the entire family to a destination wedding abroad? Pack your bags and we'll take care of the rest! Serving the US and beyond.
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