#1
Destify | Destination Wedding Specialists
★ 4.7(5636)
Chicago, IL
Services: Online appointments.
Chicago · 2026
The best wedding planners in Chicago, IL
16 vetted wedding planners serving Chicago and the surrounding area. Ranked by verified reviews, response time, and track record.
#2
Lola Event Productions LLC
★ 5.0(224)
Chicago, IL
#3
Big City Bride
★ 5.0(202)
Chicago, IL
Services: Online appointments, Onsite services.
#4
The Simply Elegant Group
★ 4.8(210)
Chicago, IL
#5
Cygnet Events and Design
★ 5.0(103)
Chicago, IL
Services: Online appointments.
#6
Urban Allure Events
★ 5.0(83)
Chicago, IL
Services: Online appointments, Onsite services.
#7
Liven It Up Events
★ 5.0(81)
Chicago, IL
#8
Wedicity Wedding Planning & Design
★ 5.0(76)
Chicago, IL
Services: Online appointments, Onsite services.
#9
HBIC Weddings
★ 5.0(76)
Elmhurst, IL
Services: Online appointments.
#10
Bridget Mary Weddings & Events
★ 5.0(73)
Chicago, IL
Services: Language assistance.
#11
Sweetchic Events, Inc.
★ 5.0(69)
Chicago, IL
#12
Michigan Avenue Events
★ 5.0(61)
Chicago, IL
Services: Online appointments, Onsite services.
#13
Paris Events
★ 5.0(60)
Chicago, IL
#14
Clementine Custom Events
★ 5.0(46)
Chicago, IL
#15
Visions Event Studio
★ 4.7(43)
Chicago, IL
Services: Online appointments.
#16
Events by Shaun Rajah
★ 5.0(27)
Chicago, IL
Services: Online appointments, Onsite services, Language assistance.
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Pricing varies widely by season and package. Most planners in Chicago publish starting rates on their profiles here. Peak wedding months (usually April through October) run 15-25% higher than off-season.
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