Referred affectionately to as the Second City and Windy City, Chicago is packed to the brim with many charming pockets and ample historic interests. If you are planning your wedding day in or around this gorgeous city, then congratulations! You are in luck! From rustic barn to royal banquets halls, our Windy City has everything perfectly arranged for your wedding day. 

We understand that till now you have browsed through many wedding venues and you haven't found a single location that resonates with your dream wedding venue. So it’s time to check out Avalon Manor in Merrillville, Indiana. An amazing place that has already etched endless love stories into its memory. Adorned with breathtaking landscapes, this striking property will not only vanish your worry lines but also will keep you close to nature all the time on your special day, trust us! Not limited to sweeping views, this location boasts ample photo opportunities for your Chicago wedding photography as well!

Circa 45 minutes from Chicago in Merrillville, Indiana, lies a ravishing wedding venue- Avalon Manor Banquet Center that excellently suits every bride’s taste and vision! Since 2000, this venue has been an NWI (North-West Indiana) favorite for weddings and wedding receptions! Every minute detail is designed here keeping the couples from Chicago and its suburbs in mind. The panoramic outdoor spaces, comfortable suites, and professional staff make this site an ideal venue to host your dream wedding. Being owned by a family for over 40 years, this captivating venue does everything in hopes of forming enduring bonds! On your wedding day, we assure you that you will be showered with endless love and care as the staff at Manor strives to treat each occasion with the same passion and offer your family a mind-blowing Chicago wedding experience! 

One of the many reasons why Avalon Manor is famous and most preferred amongst our brides is that they offer an on-site bridal suite! Relish a tranquil morning and pop champagne with your girls as you get ready for your big day in your bridal suite before you walk down the aisle and hit the paparazzi. There are also some beautiful little nooks throughout the space where you can capture some romantic, Instagram-worthy photos of you and your fiance sharing some intimate moments! 

We assure you that your wedding at Avalon Manor will be a memorable celebration. Think of an enchanting outdoor ceremony under the magnificent garden gazebo! Beautify the gazebo with aromatic vibrant flowers to make a lovely backdrop for your ‘I do’ moment! The emerald blanket of greenery, encircling the gazebo overlooking the pond, makes a beautiful setting for your Chicago wedding photography! As you declare your love amidst the towering trees, lush greenery, and nearby lagoon with a lovely fountain, it is next to impossible not to embrace an air of immense romance! After all, love is in the air at Avalon Manor. This succulent site gracefully frames your most intimate wedding moment! Soft lighting throughout the outdoor spaces allows guests to enjoy the fresh air and wander with their cocktails. We promise that the panoramic beauty of the outdoors will blow your guests’ minds and they will not stop appraising your choice! After you both have exchanged your vows and have become official newlyweds, you can head indoors where around 1,000 guests will relish your grand wedding reception. Spanning 20,000 sq. ft., the inside ambiance of the hall is inviting and lends a chic setting for your wedding photographs! The entire space is customizable depending on the needs and demands of every Chicago couple. The ballrooms of the Avalon Manor Banquet Center offer the best fusion of everything! Their room style is traditional but elegant! The neutral color palettes excellently complement the extravagant decor. With exquisite furnishings, hanging chandeliers, and floor-to-ceiling windows facing the waterfront your guests will truly enjoy the celebration! The floor-to-ceiling windows allow the wealth of natural light to pour in easily illuminating the decor. Let the golden glow radiate from the natural light artistically highlighted in all your wedding photographs. Everything here makes for an ideal setting for your glamorous wedding reception! Inside or out, our Chicago wedding photographers will happily build timeless mementos for you throughout the evening! 

For a grand and dramatic entry, you can walk into your wedding reception with a staircase entrance leading to the ballroom! While your impeccable and expensive wedding gown floats down the stairs, allow our wedding photographer to capture this angelic moment in the perfect frames! 

The ballroom features double glass doors that come as a bonus for your loved ones and you too! These doors will directly take your guests on the patio to unwind in the fresh air without having to move too far. Your guests can wander with their drinks in the hand while adoring the picturesque backdrop. Or you can sneak out from the celebration to share a kiss under the shimmering city skyline on the patio. The golden hour with its various hues in the sky would create a magical backdrop for your romantic pictures! Our Chicago wedding photographers would love to click mesmerizing ‘couple photos’ of you both being lovestruck! The patio is the ideal space to pose for romantic portraits under the ever-changing tones of the sky and nature.

The skilled wedding planning team at Avalon will give their best with you in designing even the smallest part of your grand celebration that will bring your special day to life! From graceful interior design to the tiniest details of your table setting to the last dance on the expansive parquet dance floor, Avalon Manor Banquet Center has everything which matches up with the wedding you have been envisioning since you were a little girl. 

This majestic property also features a beautiful backyard that turns out a cornerstone for this property. You can pose for endless portraits with your family and friends to add to your wedding album. Perched on protected wetlands, the panorama is natural and lush. These backyards are easily accessible from the ballrooms. Your loved ones can mingle and enjoy their wine in this peaceful and pristine environment! 

Avalon Manor is known for being the largest freestanding banquet in Northwest Indiana. Not only you but also your guests will be impressed with the classy interior design, once they step outside they would be encircled by the striking and scenic grounds with the shimmering pond and fountain, intimate gazebos, and vibrant gardens. 

The Avalon Manor hosts from 20 to 1,000 of your wedding guests. Their menu reflects a wide range of menu pricing, but they also showcase themed menus for weddings. This location truly has something to offer to every newly engaged couple in Chicago and allows them to personalize their wedding day! 

The skilled staff at Avalon Manor Banquet Center will offer you a diverse selection of wedding packages, customizable to suit any preference. You will receive a comfortable get-ready room with a private restroom and ample space and mirrors for dressing and finishing hair and makeup. Your personal event coordinator at Avalon Manor Banquet Center will closely work with you during your planning stages for the reception. They will assist you in choosing the right menus, linens, room layouts, and will discuss every detail that is needed to make your day stress-free and amazing. On your wedding day, you just need to chill and enjoy your drink while your head server will take care of everything. From coordinating with your DJ or band to leading you through your wedding reception, they will be your go-to person. All you need to do is have a blast at your wedding. 

Over the years, Avalon Manor Banquet Center has been crowned with the tag of being the best venue for offering outstanding food and service by various newspapers and wedding websites. Whenever our couples from Chicago and its suburbs book this gorgeous Chicago wedding venue, they have this assurance that they are in wonderful hands and their wedding planning will be as smooth, easy, and enjoyable as possible. Allow us to clear out your stress and enjoy your wedding planning process. Before you book, come and take a stroll at the Avalon Manor Banquet Center. See the results of their years of experience in food, banquet, and weddings. People at the Avalon Manor Banquet Center always strive to continue the tradition of offering quality and service to their guests! 

For your special day, it is essential to tick down the right venue. The staff at the Avalon Manor Banquet Center will be there for you from beginning to the end. You will fall short of adjectives to describe your wedding at Avalon Manor! Absolute elegance is the only word that can describe your wedding reception in the best way. They highly value every couple and do their best to make their wedding a memorable day! 

Our Chicago couples know how our Windy City is graced by myriad gorgeous photography locations that can be a part of their pre-wedding photoshoot or post-wedding photography. Depending on the timing of your wedding, you could head to the photogenic locations near your wedding venue right after your spectacular wedding exit. However, if you are staying on or the after-party leaves you with very little time for your post-wedding photography, you could simply make the most of this wedding venue. Avalon Manor Banquet Center is not just an ideal place to celebrate the happiest day of your lives but also a photographer’s delight! Witness our Chicago wedding photographers capture all the nuances, raw emotions, every little tear, every joy accompanied by smiles and laughter, and relive your wedding day anytime you want! 

If you are looking for photographers in Chicago suburbs, we at George Street Photo & Video provide an exceptionally talented wedding photography team and highly competitive packages, starting from USD 1,500. Click to know more about our wide range of wedding photography and video packages by scheduling an appointment with us!