About this vendor
Located in Chicago, IL, Chicago's First Lady Cruises, which offers multiple vessels for couples to use as their wedding venue. Your wedding is the start of your lifelong journey together, so begin that journey in a truly memorable way - with a cruise on the Chicago River & Lake Michigan aboard your own private yacht for the night!
Imagine your wedding unfolding alongside magical views of the city’s iconic skyline. Dance the night away as glittering skyscrapers glide by. And enjoy fireworks over Lake Michigan if you cruise Memorial Day through Labor Day. A wedding aboard Chicago's First Lady Cruises is a night you and your guests won’t soon forget! With a variety of yachts to choose from, you will be free to exchange your vows with the river and skyline as your backdrop. On the larger options, like Chicago's Leading Lady and Classic Lady, you can say "I do" on the spacious open-air deck and enjoy dinner and drinks in the elegant interior salons. For more intimate celebrations, you can enjoy a peaceful cruise on Chicago's Little Lady, which can host up to 60, or the vintage Lady Grebe, which can host up to six for close-knit ceremonies.
Chicago's First Lady Cruises can host all of your romantic events, from your proposal and engagement party to your wedding day and anniversary. The team can provide open bar services, with packages to provide anything from soft drinks and juices to premium cocktails. Their catering services include passed hors d'oeuvres, buffet stations, and breakfast options to satisfy your unique palate.
Amenities + details
Ceremony Area
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
On-Site Accommodations
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
- Civil Union
- Commitment Ceremony
- Elopement
- Interfaith Ceremony
- Non-Religious Ceremony
- Religious Ceremony
Settings
- Beach
- Waterfront
- Cruise
- Rooftop
Venue Service Offerings
- Bar & Drinks
- Bar Rental
- Cakes & Desserts
- Cupcakes
- Other Desserts
- Destination Weddings
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5
out of 5.03 reviews
The two reviews before mine (Carrie and Grace) really sum up our experience with Chicago's First Lady. Taylor at First Lady was a joy to work with. She was super communicative, ans...
wered all our questions, and worked with us when we had requests (e.g., doing the Horah on a moving boat!). First Lady supplies all of the alcohol and they have a set list of vendors. Some people might not like this but having some restrictions on wedding planning actually felt good and manageable (because planning can get out of control fast). We used Harry Caray's for food and they were awesome! We didn't use a DJ but made Spotify playlists that our coordinator managed from her iPad. We greeted each guest as they boarded the boat which a lot of people commented on. Our guests said it was the best and most unique wedding they've ever been to. We booked our cruise for Saturday night so we also got to see the Navy Pier fireworks which was a surprise for out-of-towners. We only had the boat from 7-11pm so the night went FAST.
Unbelievably EPIC! That is what our wedding was. Our guests said it was the best wedding they had ever been to. To be married while the boat is moving through downtown Chicago w...
as incredible and our pictures are amazing. We were able to experience Saturday fireworks and they were in our face beautiful. If you are looking for something unique and memorable for not just you but also your guests, book now. We had a lot of kids and teenagers at our wedding and they were thoroughly entertained the entire time. I can't thank Chicago First Lady Cruises enough!
I had my wedding reception on one of the First Lady cruise boats and it was amazing! It was so beautiful and they really worked with me so that everything went smoothly on my weddi...
ng day! They are very responsive when returning emails/phone calls and in answering ALL of your questions. In addition, the crew on the boat the day of our wedding was very helpful! It was a wonderful reception and every one of my guests enjoyed the cruise and the fireworks! I would definitely recommend this company!
Contact
303 E WACKER DR, STE 1550, CHICAGO, IL
