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Jennifer's Garden Banquet and Convention Center

From 80 to 1,300 guests
Ceremony/Reception
Outdoor/Indoor
Get Ready Rooms
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Recommended by 98% of couples

What is the story behind Jennifer's Garden Banquet and Convention Center?

Jennifer's Garden Banquet and Convention Center is a banquet hall venue perfect for hosting weddings for couples in Chicago, Illinois. This elegant destination features fountains and gardens straight from a fairytale, ensuring that you and your guests will be transported. Located in the heart of Grundy County, this venue is a scenic one-hour drive from downtown Chicago, near to a wealth of exciting places to explore.

Facilities and Capacity

Up to 1,200 guests can join the couple of honor in the gardens for their wedding celebration. Jennifer's Garden Banquet and Convention Center invites you and your partner to exchange vows outside near the fountain in the middle of the pond. Surrounding this area, guests will find brick pathways woven through the flower beds and gardens of the property, ideal for wandering around and taking pictures. A gazebo near the pond provides shade on sunny days and a lovely spot for mingling. Inside, the traditional banquet hall features an oversized chandelier above an open-plan dance floor, which will serve as an excellent place for dinner and dancing, as well as romantic and elegant first-dance pictures.

Services Offered

Couples can use the banquet hall for their bridal shower or engagement party in addition to their ceremony and reception. You and your guests will be delighted by all on offer from the various wedding packages available. You can meet with the event planners onsite to discuss all your wants and needs. Additionally, the venue accommodates couples and guests by assisting with setup and cleanup and offering parking and shuttles for transportation. Couples will also find services that include:

  • Audio equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Event rentals
  • In-house bar
  • Lighting
  • Tables

Cuisine

Jennifer's Garden Banquet and Convention Center provides full in-house bar services for the couple, including a champagne toast and a signature drink for the newlyweds. For dinner, you can talk to their catering team, who can set up a delicious meal either as a buffet, family-style, seated, or plated dining experience. Couples can also opt for a chocolate fountain as part of their dessert course, as well as a tasty wedding cake.

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Features

Woman-owned

Medium team (11-20 members)

Experience

  • 27 years in business

  • We speak English and Spanish

Links

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What are Jennifer's Garden Banquet and Convention Center's site fees and venue policies?

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

No

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$1,100

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$1,100

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)
Wedding Cake

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$18

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar
Signature Drink

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

80

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

4

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Garden

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

January
June
August
September
October
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

February
March
April
May
July
November
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Jennifer’s Garden offers beautiful indoor/outdoor spaces, attentive staff, and outstanding food and desserts. Couples praised stress-free planning, thorough setup/cleanup, and included services (decor, shuttle, photos/videos). Many said the team brought their vision to life and highly recommend the venue.

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Jennifer’s Garden offers beautiful indoor/outdoor spaces, attentive staff, and outstanding food and desserts. Couples praised stress-free planning, thorough setup/cleanup, and included services (decor, shuttle, photos/videos). Many said the team brought their vision to life and highly recommend the venue.

Weddingwire
4.9/5 53 reviews
Google
4.2/5 179 reviews
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Shayna Sent on 05/24/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Day!

From our first conversation through the big day, the team was responsive and easy to talk to, making the planning process smooth and stress-free. They went out of their way to accommodate our vision, including personalizing our ceremony and giving special attention to our son throughout the celebration. The food was delicious, the service felt tailored to our needs, and the staff stayed late to help with cleanup so we could enjoy our guests without worry. Jennifer's Garden delivered quality service at a price that made sense for our budget. We highly recommend them to any couple looking for a venue that truly cares about making your day special.
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Chandra Sent on 10/08/2026
5 out of 5 rating

An amazing place for a wedding

Jennifer’s Garden was everything we hoped for and more for our wedding and reception. Deb is the owner of the venue. She is fantastic. We wanted an outdoor ceremony and an elegant reception. The outdoor area has a beautiful landscape, a gazebo with lights strung up in the ceiling, and a water fountain in the center of the lake/pond that you can see from the gazebo. We had ideas of what we wanted to do but needed help turning our ideas into reality. Deb was an amazing help during the process. When I had questions, I could text her anytime and she would get back to me within a few hours if it was late at night.
We knew what our wedding colors would be and Deb showed us the different options for tables and chairs so we could figure out what we wanted. Deb also gave us ideas for what we could do for the centerpieces.
When the wedding was about a week and a half away, we sat down with Deb and went through all the final details. She offered to store anything we wanted to bring early, and I took her up on the offer. I created a list of what was in each box brought and how I planned to set it up. I gave Deb a copy of that list to show her what I was planning. When I came to set up the reception room, she had already had everything set up for us. I just had to do final touch ups.
They made the wedding cake. I told her and showed her a few pictures for what I was envisioning and the colors I wanted for the cake. They made it happen. It was exactly what we wanted.
It rained the day of our wedding and we were disappointed that the wedding would be inside. Since we had a small number of guests, Deb had an idea for how to do it outside. We fit everyone in the gazebo for the ceremony. We used an umbrella for the walk between the building and the gazebo.
The reception was incredible. The staff was very friendly and attentive. Deb was there the entire time and checked with us throughout the night to see how we were doing.
The food was amazing. Everyone commented on how good the food was. We had the Italian wedding soup, beef tenderloin, pork with spiced apples, tricolored roasted carrots, herb bliss roasted potatoes, and cheese mostaccioli. The beef tenderloin and roasted carrots were everybody’s favorite. We had a sweets table with cannolis, chocolate covered strawberries, and cream puffs in addition to the wedding cake. They went over very well.
I also want to mention Julie, their social media person. She was there the entire time taking pictures and videos of everything. A few days after the wedding, she sent us a few short videos that she made. It was an extra special touch that we weren’t expecting and it was nice surprise.
Overall, our wedding and reception was everything we wanted, and we know Deb had a large hand in that. She brought our ideas to life and worked with us to make the day flow as smoothly as possible. Everyone who came commented on how beautiful the room was set up, how friendly and helpful the staff was, and how great the food was. When we had our first visit with Deb to look at the place, we ran into another couple that had been married the night before and they said that Deb was amazing with everything they did. I completely agree with them. The venue is beautiful and Deb is wonderful to work with and helped every step of the way. I am so glad we chose it for our wedding and reception. I don’t think any person or place else would have treated us nearly as good as she treated us.
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Patty Sent on 10/06/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Horwedel wedding

Our experience working with Deb , Julie and the staff was amazing! Felt like part of the family. They were very helpful…. From helping pick out cake colors to making sure we had everything we needed as the day progressed! Great experience and beautiful venue! Book your venue here, you will not be disappointed ❤️
Angela
Angela Sent on 08/09/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Magical! Amazing ceremony and outstanding reception!

We had an amazing time! Everything was phenomenal! I didn’t have a wedding planner so I acted as my own. I typed everything up to show how I wanted the ceremony to go. Deb (owner and day of coordinator) followed it exactly how I envisioned it!

They worked so well with my vendors and made it a night to remember!!

The food was amazing and I am still getting compliments about the food. They decorated everything and made it look amazing!!
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Anja Sent on 06/24/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Thankful for Jennifer’s!

Jennifer’s was both professional and very personable - very accommodating and gracious, and their property, decor, food, and staff were excellent!
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Lorelli Sent on 12/07/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent Venue

We were very lucky to have found Jennifer’s Garden. We were looking for a place where we could have an outdoor ceremony and inside reception and this place was perfect! Deb was great to work with and made the day go so smoothly. Through the whole planning process, Deb was there when we needed her. Priestess Julie made us feel very relaxed and made the ceremony great. The food was phenomenal! We had so many guests tell us that the food was delicious that they wish there was more to eat. The whole serving staff was very kind and helpful. They made sure we were well taken care of. We could go on and on about all the great things about this place. I highly recommend this venue!!!
Arwen
Arwen Sent on 12/04/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Magical, Every Step of the Way

Jennifer's Garden was incredibly professional and easy to work with. Every step of the way, I felt personally cared for. Each member of the Jennifer's Garden team was kind and respectful. They were honest and followed through with every part of the plan. In fact, the wedding day itself was more magical than I expected! The venue is incredible, and the food is absolutely delicious. All of our guests were astounded by the beauty and ease of the evening. I would highly recommend Jennifer's Garden to anyone planning to host an event.
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Michael Sent on 12/03/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The perfect wedding!

Having our wedding at Jennifer's Garden was beyond what we were hoping for in a venue for our big day. Deb is the most kind, thoughtful, and sweetest person i have had the pleasure of working with. She was there through every step making sure we had every question answered and reassured us on any and all worries. The staff was amazing and made our room look absolutely beautiful for our guests. They were all very kind and professional. I would highly recommend Jennifer's Garden to anyone looking for the perfect wedding venue!
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Sammie Sent on 11/26/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The Cummings 2025!

They are super flexible and help you with anything you need! If there’s something you need to get done, trust me they will get it done! They made it easier for us! They handled the chaos (if there is any). You won’t notice because they’re on top of it! They have amazing attention to detail and brought our wedding to life! Highly recommend for your wedding! Deb was a rock star with coordinating everything. Alison took the best videos! And Mary was wonderful with getting to know us and making out ceremony so special! The food was soooooo goood! I got the most compliments about the food!! Hats off to the chefs!!
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Trisha Sent on 11/13/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Happiest Day of My Life 💕

Jennifer’s Garden was the best! I cannot say enough good things about this venue. First, the owner, Deb, is amazing. She goes above and beyond for you to have a great experience. She is easy to communicate with and available always! The venue itself is gorgeous, clean, and open. Plenty of parking. The food?? Everyone still talks about how good the food was! I am gluten free and there were still plenty of great options for me. The decorations were stunning. We had Allison as our content creator and she was also amazing! I highly recommend adding that to your experience! And the price?? I still can’t get over how affordable the venue was for everything we were able to get! I’m telling you, this is the place! In the middle of our reception I looked out and thought how perfect our day was because of this venue!
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Jennifer's Garden Banquet and Convention Center frequently asked questions

Jennifer's Garden Banquet and Convention Center includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Jennifer's Garden Banquet and Convention Center includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
  • Wedding Cake
The bar service starting price at Jennifer's Garden Banquet and Convention Center includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
  • Signature Drink
The space offered by Jennifer's Garden Banquet and Convention Center for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Garden
Jennifer's Garden Banquet and Convention Center offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Jennifer's Garden Banquet and Convention Center offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Jennifer's Garden Banquet and Convention Center offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
Jennifer's Garden Banquet and Convention Center offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
Jennifer's Garden Banquet and Convention Center is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in professionalism, 4.9 in value, 4.8 in quality of service and 4.8 in flexibility.
Jennifer's Garden Banquet and Convention Center currently offers 1 discount promotion for wedding services.
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