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About this vendor
Branigan
Events Director
Woman-owned
13 years in business
We speak English
Medium team (11-20 members)
Located in Monroe Center, Illinois, Kilbuck Creek is a rustic countryside venue that hosts weddings and other special events. This beautiful wedding venue is located just south of Rockford, Illinois, set among some of the best outdoor views in the state. Rustic, charming, romantic, and simply remarkable, this idyllic place could be the perfect setting for a couple to celebrate the wedding day of their dreams.
Facilities and Capacity
Kilbuck Creek offers a wide variety of event spaces for couples and their loved ones to celebrate. Take, for instance, the lush outdoor ceremony site, which is set against 200 acres of wooded land. Alternatively, the wooded reception hall offers enough space for up to 200 loved ones and is complete with crystal chandeliers and two outdoor patios. No matter what kind of rustic wedding a couple is hoping to celebrate, this venue can provide them with everything they need to create unforgettable memories.
Services Offered
The Kilbuck Creek full-time staff can provide to-be-weds with all-inclusive packages to cover their wedding needs. These start with event planning, event cleanup, and the use of get-ready rooms, parking, tables, chairs, and linens. This team also offers accommodations, bar services, catering services, event setup, and the use of event rentals and wireless internet. Parking, wheelchair-accessible features, and shuttle service add convenience and comfort for all visitors. Available event rentals include aisle runners, altars, arches, audio equipment, centerpieces, chairs, chair covers, decor, drapery, furniture, lighting, and more. The peak season for this venue stretches from May through November, providing couples with a wide range of dates to select from.
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FAQ
Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?
Yes
What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?
$4,000
What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?
$3,700
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?
$4,000
What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?
$3,700
Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?
Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Event Planning
Linens
Parking
Tables
Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?
Server(s)
How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?
2
Describe your venue:
Banquet Hall
Farm/Ranch
Inn/B&B
What kind of settings are available?
Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor
Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?
Ceremony
Reception
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner
What event services do you offer?
Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Wifi
What catering services do you offer?
Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
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?
Aisle Runners
Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Photo booth
Tables
What food and beverage items are available?
Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
What transportation and access is available?
Parking
Shuttle
Wheelchair Access
What months are included in your peak season?
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
What months are included in your off-peak season?
January
February
March
April
December
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Reviews of Kilbuck Creek
Weddingwire
19 reviews
Google
117 reviews
Pamela Sent on 10/27/2024
5 out of 5 rating
Couldn't ask for better service for my wedding!
We stayed the night before to do the wedding rehearsal and decorate. The accommodations were the best for having my mom who is bedridden, my dad who is disabled and having the whole wedding party stay the night before so everyone could enjoy themselves. The staff was so wonderful and helped with everything we needed!
Michelle Sent on 12/29/2023
5 out of 5 rating
Perfect Winter Venue
We got married here on December 1st and I’m so happy we chose this venue! When you choose Kilbuck you get to check venue, hotel, and caterer off your list as they have an incredible caterer (Costa’s) for you to work with and you can rent out the cabin for you and your bridal party to stay. We ended up renting the main lodge and the two side cabins so our parents could stay with us as well. We had them two nights so we were able to have an intimate rehearsal dinner the night before at the cabin which is just another thing I didn’t have to worry about! But wait there is more! You also get the amazing Branigan. Branigan is the event planner and was with me every step of the way in planning. She gave incredible advice and we talked thought everything during our meetings. She even came the day of after unexpected rain caused the plans for our ceremony to change. This would have stressed me out but Branigan figured out a plan and executed it flawlessly. I felt taken care of the entire process and cannot say enough amazing things about the staff. From the cleanup crew, planners, and other event staff everyone was absolutely a dream to work with. The space for your reception is also already to beautiful you don’t need many decorations to make it feel complete. I was actually able to set up early which was a huge help. Thank you Branigan, Mona, and the entire Kilbuck team for your help in making my wedding perfect! My family and I are already planning another stay there because we loved it so much!
Emma Sent on 11/18/2023
5 out of 5 rating
Book it book it book it!
Such a BEAUTIFUL venue, it made our wedding day just PERFECT!!! I would recommend anyone and EVERYONE to get married here. There’s nothing better than getting to stay at one gorgeous location for your rehearsal dinner and wedding day/night. Trust me it saves A LOT of stress. I was able to set my decorations up days in advance, we had our hair and makeup come to us so we didn’t have to worry about being anywhere. Everything was just perfect. Your day will be unforgettable!!
Madison Sent on 07/18/2022
5 out of 5 rating
My Dream Day
Dream wedding day! Kassie Roescke went above and beyond for us. Couldn’t recommend more
Sarah Sent on 06/29/2022
5 out of 5 rating
Dream Wedding
We could not have had a better wedding and Kilbuck Creek is the dream venue. The ceremony site is gorgeous and required very little added decor, the reception hall was the same. The guest house really clinched it for us though. We had all our wedding party and out of town friends stay the night before and the night of the wedding so we got extra time to catch up. Seriously some of the most fun nights ever. All of the Kilbuck staff were delightful and so easy to work with. Mona was easy to contact with questions and the planners/coordinators Branigan and Nina really made the planning and wedding day go smoothly. Perfect wedding. 💒
Kristin Sent on 12/05/2021
5 out of 5 rating
Wonderful and incredibly helpful
Our wedding was an absolute hit! Everyone had a wonderful time, planning with Branigan made my life less stressful and we had everything done 6 months into the wedding planning. Could not have asked for a better place to get married, people are still talking about how awesome the venue was.
Nicole Sent on 08/13/2019
5 out of 5 rating
The Perfect Getaway
Kilbuck Creek is the perfect place for a rustic, country, outdoorsy wedding. We fell in love with the natural beauty surrounding the venue. The staff and caterers are absolutely amazing. We really love this place and will be back to celebrate other events there too!
Karyn Sent on 06/21/2019
5 out of 5 rating
Amazing weekend. We stayed Friday-Monday
Great Venue!
It was above and beyond!
It was above and beyond!
Rev. Sent on 12/11/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Look no further...you found your venue! As an experienced Chicagoland Wedding Officiant, I must say that my every officiating experience with Kilbuck Creek has been a joy! Some venues are not only overly expensive, but also pretentious and difficult to work with. No one wants that on one of the most important days of their life. Branigan and her team give you a wedding day experience that will keep you calm, collected, and smiling all the way. It’s worth the short drive to this picturesque haven in the country. Make sure you check it out and tell Branigan that Rev. Brad from The Wedding Rev. sent you. You’ll be glad you did!
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Kilbuck Creek frequently asked questions
Kilbuck Creek includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
- Bridal Suite
- Chairs
- Clean Up
- Event Planning
- Linens
- Parking
- Tables
Kilbuck Creek includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
- Server(s)
The space offered by Kilbuck Creek for wedding events is known for:
- Banquet Hall
- Farm/Ranch
- Inn/B&B
Kilbuck Creek offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
- Indoor
- Uncovered Outdoor
Kilbuck Creek offers the following types of wedding events:
- Ceremony
- Reception
- Engagement Party
- Elopements
- Rehearsal Dinner
Kilbuck Creek offers the following services for wedding events:
- Accommodations
- Bar Services
- Catering Services
- Clean Up
- Event Planner
- Event Rentals
- Get Ready Rooms
- Liability Insurance
- Outside Vendors
- Wifi
Kilbuck Creek offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
- Aisle Runners
- Altar/Arch
- Audio Equipment
- Centerpieces
- Chairs
- Chair Covers
- Decor
- Drapery
- Furniture
- Lighting
- Photo booth
- Tables
Kilbuck Creek is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.