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J.B. Herron
J.B. Herron
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LGBTQ+-owned

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Welcome to The Urban Union, a wedding officiant service based in Chicago, Illinois.

We help couples like you create meaningful and inclusive ceremonies that celebrate your unique love story. We believe every kind of love deserves to be honored and remembered, so we ensure that your special day is not just a ceremony but a cherished memory. In addition to wedding planning and officiating ceremonies, we also provide guidance and support for individuals officiating for loved ones for the first time.

Planning a wedding that truly reflects your love story can be overwhelming. You might be feeling the pressure to make everything perfect, struggling to find an officiant who understands your vision, or simply unsure how to make your ceremony inclusive and heartfelt. If you're officiating for the first time, you might be feeling nervous about delivering a meaningful and engaging ceremony for the union that you're marrying. Additionally, coordinating the myriad details of a wedding day can add to the stress and uncertainty. These challenges can leave you feeling overwhelmed about how to create the day you've always dreamed of.

At The Urban Union, we are here to help you every step of the way. Our expertise in crafting personalized and inclusive ceremonies ensures that your special day will be everything you've envisioned and more. We also offer comprehensive resources and coaching for those stepping into the role of officiant for the first time, ensuring they feel confident and prepared. Our wedding coordination services take care of all the details so you can relax and enjoy your special day. Let us take the stress off your shoulders and ensure this process is enjoyable for you.

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What is the starting price for day-of wedding coordination?

$1,500

What is the starting price for partial wedding planning?

$4,997

What is the starting price for full wedding planning?

$6,997

Do you offer an hourly rate?

Yes

What is the hourly rate?

$75

What wedding events do you provide services for?

Ceremony
Reception
Rehearsal Dinner

What wedding planning services do you offer?

Day-of Coordination
Full Planning
Partial Planning

What weddings do you have experience planning?

Civil
Cultural
Destination
Elopement
Non-Religious
Religious

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The Urban Union, particularly JB, received overwhelmingly positive feedback as a wedding coordinator and officiant. Reviewers praised JB for his exceptional attention to detail, personalization, and ability to create seamless and stress-free wedding experiences. His talent in coordinating every aspect flawlessly, from the ceremony to the reception, and incorporating personalized touches like custom napkins, was highly appreciated. Commenters highlighted his inclusivity, professionalism, and ability to make weddings both elegant and deeply meaningful. JB's dedication, creativity, and ability to plan unforgettable weddings in a short time frame were particularly commended, making him a highly recommended choice for couples seeking a passionate and attentive wedding planner.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

The Urban Union, particularly JB, received overwhelmingly positive feedback as a wedding coordinator and officiant. Reviewers praised JB for his exceptional attention to detail, personalization, and ability to create seamless and stress-free wedding experiences. His talent in coordinating every aspect flawlessly, from the ceremony to the reception, and incorporating personalized touches like custom napkins, was highly appreciated. Commenters highlighted his inclusivity, professionalism, and ability to make weddings both elegant and deeply meaningful. JB's dedication, creativity, and ability to plan unforgettable weddings in a short time frame were particularly commended, making him a highly recommended choice for couples seeking a passionate and attentive wedding planner.

Samantha
Samantha Sent on 07/16/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Tying the Knot with The Urban Union

Working with JB Herron of The Urban Union was the best part of our wedding planning experience. Not only was JB our officiant, he also brought our ideas to life during the entire planning process. During each meeting and conversation, JB reinforced our trust in him to make our day perfect. At the rehearsal, JB took the reigns and guided us and our family through the process even going above and beyond to assist in decorating the space. The day of the wedding, he worked effortlessly with the other vendors to ensure a smooth execution. He delivered a beautiful ceremony and helped us (literally) tie the knot. We loved working with JB Herron at The Urban Union.
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Jessica Sent on 12/31/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Amazing Amazing. The best officiant for a wedding!!

I saw JB officiate my fiance's cousin's wedding and I literally went up to him at the reception and asked him to officiate mine--it was that good. He strikes the perfect balance of sentimental/heartfelt with fun and hilarious. You can definietly tell he has a lot of experience public speaking. He makes everyone feel so at ease. For my own wedding, he did all of these amazing interview sessions with me and my fiancee and all of my family members and incorporated all of it into our ceremony--it was so freaking special!!! Our entire wedding was crying. It was so good. I would 15/10 recommend!
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Jamie Sent on 12/30/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Engagement Event

The event was exquisite, exceeded my expectations by far. Everything was well planned no detail forgotten. It was perfect and far exceeded my vision.
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2025 Winner
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