We’re planning to say “I do" in Grant Park (fingers crossed for perfect weather!). If mother nature has other plans, we’ll move the ceremony indoors to our reception space. Check back for more details closer to the big day!
Reception will be at Turner Hall on Bench Street in downtown Galena.
Galena is roughly 170 miles from Chicago with a typical drive time of just under 3 hours.
Most commonly used drive route from Chicago to Galena is taking I-90 West, and merge onto US Route 20 West and stay on Route 20 until you reach Galena.
Rockford is the halfway point and a common place to stop if you need a short break.
Important to note - fall is busy time for Galena, best to book ASAP!
Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa
Address: 444 Eagle Ridge Dr. Galena, IL 61036
Room Block Details: Call the Reservations Office at 800-892-2269 and advise you are with the Gaynor/Schroeder Room Block (Group# 69D4JK) to book a traditional room. Reservations made online will not receive the wedding discount.
Additional Options: Eagle Ridge offers several different room types, including Villas, Townhomes, etc. within the territories that are available for booking through the Eagle Ridge Website. Please note, that reservations made online will not receive the wedding discount.
Stoney Creek Inn
Address: 940 Galena Square Dr. Galena, IL 61036
Room Block Details: Call Reservations Office at 800-659-2220 and advise you are with the Gaynor/Schroeder Room Block (Group# Gaynor0925). Reservations made online will not receive the wedding discount.
Country Inn and Suites
Address: 11334 Oldenburg Ln. Galena, IL 61036
Room Block Details: Book online via this link. Group Name: Ellen & Rick Wedding 26
Additional Options
In additional to our room blocks, there are plenty of other great options to stay including other hotels, Airbnb, VRBO, plus local campgrounds for tent or RV stays.
Check back here for more information!
Ellen and Rick's favorite spots:
Charlie’s Place - great for breakfast and lunch
Main St Downtown Galena for shopping
Hoof-It Goat Treks - take a hike with goats!