Weddings are a celebration! You have the opportunity to have all your loved ones in one place at the same time, but why stop at one day? If you are having a destination wedding for guests, or are worried you won’t get to see everyone during the non-stop wedding day then why not plan more of a wedding weekend instead? Not only does it spread out your ability to chat with everyone, but it can also make your wedding feel like more of a vacation for others. Here are two sample wedding weekend celebrations you could try:

Interactive Elements to Enhance Your Next Event

We are experts at enhancing your event to make it memorable, immersive, and FUN for all guests. Whether it be a birthday party, wedding, fundraiser, corporate party, or anniversary celebration, adding interactive elements is a simple way to make your event feel more luxurious. As event planners in Chicago, we have helped produce many amazing and unique celebrations. Here are a few ideas we have seen that will make your event super exciting.

Pink Rave Wedding at Fairlie

Abra and Len reached out to Fierce Productions to custom plan their wedding because they didn’t want a cookie-cutter wedding. They wanted their day to feel uniquely theirs, and filled with laughter and music all night! They had already booked a few vendors, but needed expert help to coordinate those final details and assist with their overall design.

Why You Should Get Married in Chicago (Even If You Don’t Live Here)

When couples think “destination wedding,” they often picture sandy beaches, or far-off European villas. But did you know one of the most iconic, stylish, and surprisingly versatile wedding destinations is in the U.S., and is right in the heart of the Midwest? Well say hello to, Chicago!

Whether you met here, love the city’s energy, or simply want a wedding that feels elevated, urban, and unforgettable, Chicago delivers them all with no residency required. That’s why the Fierce Production Team loves producing weddings here in Chicago, you can easily experience something new where ever you go! Here are a few reasons why couples from all over the country (and world) choose to say “I do” in the Windy City:

Jamie and Maxwells' Opulent Green and White Wedding at LM Studio

Jamie and Maxwell reached out to Fierce Productions for our Coordination and Management package—Jamie had mostly booked all the vendors and just wanted expert advice to help guide the final steps and run the big day. They were looking for an “opulent minimalist” wedding. The restrained color palette was white and green. The decor was high-quality but limited to give each piece a bigger impact. Everything was elegant and luxurious, but they still featured smaller aspects that encapsulate their relationship into their wedding, which created playful but personal moments.

15 Chicago Event Venues That Can Hold 400+ Guests

Finding spacious event venues in Chicago that combine style, flexibility, and capacity can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack—but that’s where Fierce Productions comes in. As a leading Chicago-based wedding and event planning company known for upscale, nontraditional experiences, we specialize in curating unforgettable events in venues that make a statement. Here are 15 Chicago event venues we’ve worked with that can comfortably host 400+ guests—and deliver the kind of experience your guests will rave about.

Sam and Zach's Music Filled Wedding Reception at The Fairlie

Sam and Zach reached out to us hoping for a nontraditional wedding filled with “rustic, warehouse, concert vibes with just good food and music and even better people.” (Our favorite kind of wedding).

Through our Coordination and Management Services, we gladly supported their wedding 3 Months Out to finalize those last few details, and support any logistical changes. The wedding was classy, rustic, minimalistic, fun, and all-around a beautiful representation of both Sam and Zach.

A Colorful Corporate Awards Breakfast at LM Studios

Do you have employees feeling groggy during your early morning meetings? Do you want to celebrate a renowned member of your team but want it to feel more special than a celebration in a board room? Why not take a leap and host some conferences in a stunning venue with some gorgeous pops of color?

A Glamour and Gold Holiday Anniversary Party

We are big supporters of celebrating your milestones in life, work, or as a business. We were beyond thrilled when we were hired to design a joint 50th corporate anniversary party, and holiday celebration. Due to it being a major milestone, they wanted to elevate the party with something unique and memorable. We came up with the idea of “glamour and glitz,” so you can bet we had tons of gold and sparkles! But since it was a Fierce event, we didn’t stop there. We had moving golden statues, indoor cold sparklers, a live jazz band, and even a flash mob to start the dance floor. It truly was a memorable night for the team, and a great way to sign off before the holidays.

How to Include Pets in Your Wedding

We love pets!! We understand they are your fur baby (or scale baby, or feather baby, etc.), so we understand wanting them involved in your wedding. We LOVE THAT! As Chicago based wedding planners, we have seen and planned some unique ways of incorporating pets into your special day, so here are a few ways you TOO can incorporate your pets into your wedding:

Theopalooza! A Lollapalooza Themed Children's Birthday Party

We love when we get to plan and design birthday parties! This birthday was for a 1 year old, and we didn’t hold back! The theme was Theopalooza—a Lollapalooza themed birthday event. You bet we had tons of colors, ballooons, and sequins. To make this a music festival to remember, all guests were highly encouraged to wear colorful attire, and received VIP lanyards for entry. We had a variety of children performers and puppets entertain all age groups by singing songs, dancing, being silly, and interacting with all the guests. After the performances, we had a live DJ kick off the dance floor. It was a wonderful celebration for all ages!

Creative Ideas to Enhance Your Cocktail Hour

As Non-traditional Chicago Wedding Planners, we have designed many unique weddings. Many of our clients have desired out-of-the-box ways to make their wedding different, and memorable. A simple way to elevate your event, is by having some sort of “fierce” moment during your cocktail hour. Cocktail hours are the perfect time to get a bit creative, as guests wait between ceremony and reception. You truly can be as tame or wild as you please, but below are a few ways you can enhance your cocktail hour.

Christine and Mike's Colorful Karaoke Reception

Christine and Mike eloped in March of 2023, but decided to finally celebrate with loved ones by hosting a joint anniversary, and wedding reception party at Bridge410. The overall atmosphere was a laid back family styled event, but with loads of color, moments of play, and karaoke! The couple wanted the celebration to be more about the experience, so they wanted to make sure there were many unique elements to keep guests entertained.

Emily and Alex's Chic City Garden Wedding

Emily and Alex had a gorgeous wedding at Cafe Brauer in Lincoln Park. The vibes were chill, bougie, garden celebration, and family. When they inquired, they discussed their vision to be “Backyard wedding vibes, casual and easy going; a boozy and bougie backyard celebration.”

Connar and Mike's Modern Whimsical Wedding

When Connar got hired us for her wedding, we were ecstatic! Connar met Mike back in college when they were in a theatre show together. As theatrical artists, we knew their wedding was going to be unique. When they reached out to us, they had a limited vision, but knew they wanted it to be a perfect combination of the two of them.

How to Throw a Successful Fundraising Event

Throwing a successful fundraising event is an incredibly important part for your non-profit. This is the time to show your donors where their money is going to, and how they are helping your company. As event planners, we have planned many amazing fundraisers that have raised a-lot of money for their non-profits. Here are a few steps we’d love to share to make your fundraiser successful.

Olivia and Austin's Colorful Carnival Wedding

Olivia and Austin met in college, where Olivia’s roommate set them up on a date. We were thrilled when they reached out to us to help design their wedding. They knew they wanted a non-traditional wedding. In their inquiry, they shared how they wanted to have an elevated, and interactive experience during their wedding. To achieve their vision, we elevated the design to create a "tasteful way” of being “over the top". Through our various meetings, we came up with the idea of basing the reception on a romantic, and playful carnival.

Bill's Black, White, and Silver 50th Birthday Soirée

Who said your 50th birthday had to be dull and boring? Well certainly no one shared that with Bill, as he wanted to celebrate his exciting years through an event that would be memorable, unique, filled with Divas, and even include a flashmob.

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