Chicago, IL

The Chicago Botanic Garden is a lush oasis located in Glencoe, Illinois. The 385 acre Garden is home to 23 display gardens spread out over nine islands, which are separated by lakes. They also host educational programs and cooking demonstrations. The beautiful plants and flowers also serve as a background for many wedding photographers on the weekends, and the Garden is available as a reception location.

Upcoming events at the Garden include a wine festival June 2-3 and Tuesday evening musical performances starting in June. For more information, visit the Chicago Botanic Garden website.