Spring Garden Wedding at Firehouse Chicago – Meggie & Caleb

Meggie and Caleb’s Firehouse Chicago wedding this spring was an absolute delight to capture. Originally scheduled for September of this year, they decided to change plans after learning that their family would be expanding this summer! I happily joined their team of vendors in shifting to a May date, and a few months later, these two were officially married 🙂

When I first heard from Meggie and Caleb, they described their wedding vision this way:

We are queer and polyamorous, and our wedding will reflect this! We plan to include our other partners and our Chicago community as much as possible. We also have an 11-year-old kiddo who we hope will participate in some way. We hope to create traditions around the wedding and reception that feel right for us, rather than defaulting to what we’ve seen before. We also hope to create space for an intimate gathering with our friends and family before the formal ceremony.”

Firehouse Chicago Wedding

As you may guess, their vision came together beautifully. We met these two at Firehouse Chicago on the most lovely spring afternoon, getting ready together with loved ones. Caleb’s stepfather officiated the emotional ceremony, which included meditative breathing, personal vows, and a moment to honor their family. I don’t think there was a dry eye in the place!

That evening, the Newlyweds spent time visiting with their guests in the venue’s lovely garden. Highlights include delicious food and mocktails, heartfelt speeches, and an impressive first dance to get the party started! We even got to take a few impromptu maternity photos in the garden… how cute are they?! This day was a celebration not only Meggie and Caleb’s marriage, but the love and support of their community and growing family. It was truly a pleasure to document and be part of.

Meggie and Caleb: Thank you again for having us in May!! We couldn’t be more excited for you two and all that’s to come!

Romantic photo of just married couple outside Firehouse Chicago wedding venue in Edgewater neighborhood
Wedding invitation suite and spring florals on rustic metal table at Firehouse Chicago wedding venue
Bride's dress hanging in window at Firehouse Chicago
Wedding rings on small ring box made of tree branch with engravings and spring florals at Firehouse Chicago wedding
Detail photo of wedding rings on custom wooden ring box for Firehouse Chicago wedding
Groom puts on socks while getting ready for Firehouse Chicago wedding
Happy groom watches bride put on earrings before their Firehouse Chicago wedding
Black and white photo of groom tying necktie before his Firehouse Chicago wedding
Black and white photo of groom helping bride with her dress at Firehouse Chicago
Groom helps happy bride with her dress before Firehouse Chicago wedding
Creative black and white photo of groom's father helping groom with boutonniere with reflection of bride at Firehouse Chicago
Groom's father helps groom with his boutonniere while getting ready at Firehouse Chicago
Bride and groom smile at each other in doorway of bridal suite framed by green ivy wall at Firehouse Chicago
Portrait of bride and groom in front of ivy wall at Firehouse Chicago
Happy newlyweds smile under colorful floral arch during spring wedding ceremony at Firehouse Chicago
Portrait of bride and groom in front of ivy wall before their Firehouse Chicago wedding ceremony
Candid photo of bride and groom in doorway next to ivy-covered wall at Firehouse Chicago
Bride and her bouquet before her Firehouse Chicago wedding
Florals in outdoor wedding ceremony space at Firehouse Chicago
Firehouse Chicago outdoor wedding ceremony space
Detail photo of reserved seat sign in Firehouse Chicago wedding ceremony space
Wedding arch florals in outdoor ceremony space at Firehouse Chicago
Candles and florals in Firehouse Chicago outdoor wedding ceremony space
Wooden reserved sign hanging on chair in Firehouse Chicago wedding ceremony space
Exterior of Firehouse Chicago in Edgewater neighborhood
Entrance sign for wedding ceremony at Firehouse Chicago
Custom wedding program for Firehouse Chicago spring ceremony
Bride enters her wedding ceremony at Firehouse Chicago
Officiant lights candle during spring wedding ceremony at Firehouse Chicago
Groom and his parents walk down the aisle during Firehouse Chicago wedding ceremony
Groom and officiant watch bride's entrance during spring wedding ceremony at Firehouse Chicago
Bride walks down staircase next to ivy-covered wall during Firehouse Chicago wedding ceremony
Black and white photo of bride descending staircase during Firehouse Chicago wedding ceremony
Black and white photo of bride and her father as they enter Firehouse Chicago ceremony space
View from balcony of bride and father entering Firehouse Chicago wedding ceremony in outdoor garden space
Bride hugs her father during Firehouse Chicago wedding ceremony
Happy bride looks at guests while holding hands with groom during their Firehouse Chicago wedding ceremony
Outdoor garden wedding ceremony at Firehouse Chicago with greenery and spring florals
Partner gives reading during Firehouse Chicago wedding ceremony
Guest gives reading during Firehouse Chicago wedding ceremony
Bride and groom hold hands during wedding ceremony at Firehouse Chicago
Black and white photo of groom's family during Firehouse Chicago wedding ceremony
Black and white photo of bride's family during Firehouse Chicago wedding ceremony
Bride and groom stand at altar during Firehouse Chicago garden wedding ceremony with spring florals
Black and white photo of officiant speaking during wedding ceremony at Firehouse Chicago
Bride and groom kiss during their Firehouse Chicago spring wedding ceremony
Candid photo of newlyweds just after their first kiss during Firehouse Chicago wedding ceremony
Black and white photo of newlyweds walking down the aisle after their Firehouse Chicago wedding ceremony
Happy bride and groom walk down the aisle after their spring wedding ceremony at Firehouse Chicago
Tray of appetizers served during Firehouse Chicago wedding reception
Appetizer tray for spring wedding reception at Firehouse Chicago
Appetizers for Firehouse Chicago wedding reception
Head table place settings for Firehouse Chicago wedding reception
Custom cocktails and signage for spring wedding reception at Firehouse Chicago
Blush pink floral bloom in small glass jar on farmwood tables at Firehouse Chicago wedding reception
Purple flowers in small jar with candle on farmwood table at Firehouse Chicago wedding reception
Photo of head table for wedding reception at Firehouse Chicago
Custom guestbook for spring wedding reception at Firehouse Chicago
Framed photos on memory table for Firehouse Chicago wedding reception
Portrait of newlyweds in front of Firehouse Chicago
Bride and groom kiss in front of large wooden doors at Firehouse Chicago wedding venue
Just married bride and groom smile in front of large wooden doors at Firehouse Chicago wedding venue
Romantic photo of newlyweds in front of large wooden doors of Firehouse Chicago wedding venue
Black and whtie photo of newlyweds' hands and wedding rings after their Firehouse Chicago ceremony
Newlyweds and guests listen to speeches in courtyard of Firehouse Chicago
Bride's father gives speech during Firehouse Chicago wedding reception
Black and white photo of bride wiping away tears while she listens to speech during wedding reception at Firehouse Chicago
Firehouse Chicago wedding reception space
Guest table with floral centerpiece, candles, and place settings for Firehouse Chicago wedding reception
Family-style dinner service for spring reception at Firehouse Chicago wedding venue
Black and white photo of bride and groom entering their wedding reception at Firehouse Chicago
Groom gives speech during wedding reception at Firehouse Chicago
Photo of book newlyweds read from during their reception speech
Guests mingle in backyard during dinner at spring Firehouse Chicago wedding reception
Groom listens to his father give a speech during Firehouse Chicago wedding reception
Guest gives speech during spring reception at Firehouse Chicago wedding venue
Groom's mother gives speech during Firehouse Chicago wedding reception
Newlyweds listen to speech during their spring wedding reception at Firehouse Chicago
Dessert table for Firehouse Chicago wedding reception
Dessert table tea service for spring reception at Firehouse Chicago wedding venue
Plate of snickerdoodles on dessert table for wedding reception at Firehouse Chicago
Plate of sea salt caramel brownies on dessert table for Firehouse Chicago wedding reception
Special dessert tarts for newlyweds on table with candles and florals
Bride makes funny face before feeding dessert to groom at Firehouse Chicago wedding reception
Bride and groom during their first dance in Firehouse Chicago reception space
Newlyweds during their first dance inside Firehouse Chicago wedding venue
Bride and groom on the dance floor with their guests during Firehouse Chicago wedding reception
Bride dances with her father during spring wedding reception at Firehouse Chicago
Black and white photo of bride hugging her father on the dance floor during Firehouse Chicago wedding reception
Creative black and white photo of bride dancing during Firehouse Chicago wedding reception
Creative photo of happy guest on the dance floor during spring wedding reception at Firehouse Chicago
View from balcony of Firehouse Chicago courtyard at night lit by string lights during wedding reception
Black and white portrait of newlyweds in Firehouse Chicago courtyard at night
Romantic black and white photo of newlyweds kissing in the Firehouse courtyard at night

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