Holy Name Cathedral Wedding Films

Holy Name Cathedral is the seat of the Archdiocese of Chicago and one of the city’s most prestigious wedding ceremony venues. Rising at State and Superior in the Near North Side, the Gothic Revival cathedral was dedicated in 1875 after the Great Fire, and its soaring nave, bronze doors, and grand scale make it the most cathedral-like wedding setting in Chicago, because it is one.

Holy Name Cathedral Weddings We Have Filmed

Christiana & AJ

Christiana and AJ married at Holy Name, then celebrated in the Ritz-Carlton’s Grand Ballroom, transformed into a candlelit room by Bliss Weddings & Events, with an after-party until 2 a.m. Watch the full story →

Courtney & Adam

Courtney and Adam married here in July 2020 with 50 guests. Courtney read a letter from Adam at The Langham and shared first looks with her father and then Adam, before the ceremony and a reception at Gibsons Italia. Watch the full story →

Ashley & Steve

Ashley got ready at The Langham in November 2019 while Steve and his groomsmen gathered at their condo on Erie Street, before the ceremony here. Watch the full story →

Meaghan & Joe

Meaghan and Joe shared a private first look in the courtyard of the Westin River North before their ceremony here and a garden-inspired reception at Galleria Marchetti. Watch the full story →

How to Get Married at Holy Name Cathedral

As a Catholic cathedral, Holy Name follows the Church’s marriage requirements: a marriage license, Pre-Cana preparation, sacramental documents, and permission from the pastor. Popular Saturdays book far in advance, so start with the cathedral’s wedding office early.

Ceremony Fees

Holy Name Cathedral currently publishes a $3,200 wedding offering covering use of the cathedral, paperwork and ceremony coordination, and its musicians. The cathedral requires its musicians. Confirm the latest details and availability with the Holy Name wedding office before making other wedding plans.

Pairing Holy Name Cathedral with a Reception Venue

Holy Name sits in the heart of the Near North Side, minutes from Chicago’s best reception venues. We have filmed Holy Name ceremonies paired with the Ritz-Carlton, the Peninsula, the Langham, and the now-closed Signature Room at the 95th. The films on this page show how each combination flows.

Filming Weddings at Holy Name Cathedral

Filming in a working cathedral is a privilege and a discipline. Holy Name’s scale gives us processional shots no parish church can match, the light through the nave changes beautifully across the day, and the grand exit onto State Street is one of the most dramatic moments in Chicago weddings. We know the cathedral’s videography guidelines and film every liturgy with respect and discretion.

Holy Name Cathedral Wedding FAQ

How much does a Holy Name Cathedral wedding cost?
The cathedral publishes a $3,200 wedding offering that includes use of the church, coordination, and its musicians. Confirm current details with the cathedral’s wedding office.

Do we need to be parishioners to marry at Holy Name?
The cathedral does not publish a separate non-parishioner fee tier on its wedding page. Ask the wedding office about eligibility and preparation for your situation.

Where do couples hold receptions after a Holy Name ceremony?
The Magnificent Mile’s luxury hotels are minutes away; our couples have celebrated at the Ritz-Carlton, Peninsula, Langham, and the now-closed Signature Room.

Getting married at Holy Name Cathedral? We have filmed there many times and know its light, its guidelines, and its grandeur. Check your date →