Your special day deserves serenity.
We’re wedding planners at heart. Our wise experience coupled with lush wedding venues in Northern Illinois offers you a wedding experience full of calm, confidence, and lasting memories. Let us take the stress away on your big day, all of our packages include a day of coordinator, who will make sure you both enjoy being a bride and groom and leave the big stuff to us.
Something for everyone
Our ceremony locations in our Wedding Canyon provides a variety of scenery options for intimate, charming, and romantic nuptials. And don’t worry, you don’t have to settle for just one site, when you book our venue, you have access to the ENTIRE grounds during your time slot. You and your guests will enjoy a private venue before, during and after your ceremony. **Please note 2024 is our last wedding season in The Canyon. If you dream of getting married in this space, inquire now about availability in 2024!
Cobblestone Canyon
Rustic and romantic. This location is surrounded by ivy-draped limestone walls. You’ll walk down a cobblestone aisle to an altar of wrought iron arches & lighted lanterns.
The Enchanted Forest
Sweet seclusion. The Enchanted Forest includes moss-covered stone staircases and ferns & fauna that cover the nearby hillside. With multiple ceremony set ups, this spot includes a walk down an aisle lined with maple trees.
Emerald Aisle
Classic elegance. Stone splashed in moss encompasses this grand site. Copper columns with the white sheer and chandelier made of greens give this site just the right amount of pop!
Juniper Falls
Natural beauty. Set in front of a limestone bluff, this location features an ivy-covered waterfall for a soothing soundscape and open seating space.
Grand Pavilion
A moment of grandeur. This stunning pavilion tent has easy guest access, chandeliers, and views overlooking the pond and manicured lawns for the perfect blend of a covered outdoor ceremony.
The Gazebo
An idyllic setting. Wedding guests are treated to a pristine view against a backdrop of the Gazebo and a pond complete with bronze fountains.
Unique Ceremony Extras
One of a kind touches. A fairy tale arrival by horse and carriage, departure in our Rolls Royce, an extra touch of elegance with our white wood chairs, our whimsical bubble maker for that perfect photograph, bubbly bar where you will cheers to your first day as Mr and Mrs You deserve unique.
Rustic Lodge Receptions
White Pines Lodge is the historic landmark showpiece log lodge in White Pines Forest State Park set among towering pines. An adjoining flagstone patio & garden canopy creates an ideal outdoor woodsy atmosphere for receptions. Reopen as of June 2021, currently booking receptions for fall 2021 and all season 2022.
Bridal Party / Family Lodging
Having lodging close by the venue makes for a flawless transition between rehearsal, pre-ceremony activities and the big day. We have three family cabins, two of them sleep up to 12 and the other sleeps 6. Reserve all three for a private lodging experience! Check out pricing and layouts here.
Honeymoon Cabin
Your wedding night deserves the luxurious accommodations of the honeymoon cabin located inside White Pines State Park. With a king size canopy bed, soaking tub and two fireplaces, you will rest easy knowing this is where you will end your dream day. Better yet…the gold and platinum reception packages INCLUDE the honeymoon cabin for free!
Social Events
Looking to plan a special gathering that isn’t a wedding? We do that too! Reserve The Canyon for your next bridal or baby shower, graduation or birthday party. We offer flexible options to help fit your needs (and budget)! Or attend an event hosted by Pine Creek that is open to the public. For a list of events, click here.
Fill out the form below or give us a call to discuss options at 815-881-1180.
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Looking to make your day more intimate and personal? Pine Creek offers elopement packages to help you seal the deal with your closest loved ones or better yet, just the two of you.
A nearby escape
We’re located just 90 minutes from Chicago, a perfect outdoor wedding venue in Illinois for your ceremony and reception. Plus, our cabins are available for you and your guests to make your stay as relaxed as possible.
Contact Us
We’re excited for you big day, and would love to create a calm, beautiful, and well-managed experience for your wedding. Fill out the form below and tell us about your needs, we can’t wait to hear from you and help you find an unforgettable wedding venue in Northern Illinois for your big day.
