MICRO-WEDDINGS

by Tethered Events

Ceremony in The Loft at Tethered Events in Chicago

Intimate Celebrations, Effortlessly Elevated

Tethered Events offers thoughtfully designed micro weddings, elopements, and cocktail-style gatherings that blend elegance with simplicity. Our all-in-one approach makes planning seamless, allowing you to focus on the moment while we handle the details. Beautiful spaces, curated beverage offerings, and flexible packages create a refined experience that feels both special and accessible.

Celebrate With Us!!

Couple elopes in the brewery at Tethered Events in Chicago

Micro-Elopement

Perfect for a group of 6 or less!

Starts at $1,400

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Micro-Cocktail Hour

Ideal for a quick ceremony + 2 Hour Party!

Packages start around $3,200

The Loft set for a micro wedding reception at Tethered Events in Chicago

Micro-Reception

Perfect for a group of 50 or less

Most couples spend around $25,000 - all in!!

NEXT STEPS

Learn more about the differences in our package options below!

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Selection of in house beer and wine at Tethered Events in Chicago

Micro-Elopements

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Micro-Elopements

All Included for $1,400

Each additional hour, $375

For additional guests, we can go to a consumption bar after your ceremony!

  • For your micro-wedding elopement ceremony, we can host you on our third floor Loft right in front of the vintage Fireplace or downstairs in the Brewery itself!

    Your choice of ceremony backdrop!

  • All of our elopement packages come with a one hour event window with flexibility to build out a ceremony timeline that suits your needs.

  • Drinks are on us!

    You’ll receive a fizzy bottle to pop outside in front of the brewery and some beer & wine for your crew after you say “I do”.

  • Feel free to connect to our in-house sound system via bluetooth and cue a playlist of your choosing!

    Most couples enjoy a song for going down the aisle and right after the ceremony is over!

  • Included in thise elopement package is an ordained officiant to make this ceremony official!

    You can add on additional sessions with them to help write your whole ceremony if needed!!

  • At Tethered Events, you’ll always have a team of in-house professionals to help you from day one with timeline and coordination!

Learn more here:

Micro-Cocktail Hour

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Micro-Cocktail Hour

Starts at $3200

Ideal for groups under 50 people, but you still want to have some light bites after the ceremony!

Each additional hour, $375+

DJ add-on starts at $1500+

  • Host your ceremony in our third floor Loft in front of the vintage fireplace or on the ground floor in the Brewery!

    Then, take your guests upstairs to the Antler Room or Loft for light bites and drinks!

  • Couples get a three hour event window with flexibility to build out a timeline that suits your needs.

    Typically 30 min for Arrival + Photos, then a 30 min Ceremony + 2 hour Cocktail Party! But we will help you build out a timeline that works best for you and your crew!

  • Duneyrr will provide a Beer & Wine Package for your guests. Straight from our craft brewery downstairs!

    We always include 3 rotating beers and 2 seasonal wines. Mocktails and NA Beers are available as add-ons!

  • Super easy add on, if you want it!

    We have three trusted caterers we can recommend and coordinate for you! Food can range in price from $25-75pp, depending on what you select.

  • Feel free to connect to our in-house sound system via bluetooth and cue a playlist of your choosing!

    Most couples enjoy a song for going down the aisle and right after the ceremony is over! Then some light tunes for their cocktail party. Or we can add-on a DJ for some heavier music and emcee services.

  • Included in this elopement package is an ordained officiant to make this ceremony official!

    You can add on additional sessions with them to help write your whole ceremony if needed!!

  • At Tethered Events, you’ll always have a team of in-house professionals to help you from day one with timeline and coordination!

Learn more here:

Micro-Reception

table is set at micro-wedding reception at tethered events in south loop, chicago

Micro-Reception

Most clients spend about $25,000

This package is all inclusive of Venue, Beer & Wine, Catering, Florals, DJ, Officiant, Day-of Coordination, and some Decor!

Potential Upgrades Include: More florals, upgraded linens, and additional vendors (such as photographer and videographer)!

  • Micro-Receptions are hosted in our Third Floor Loft space, accessible by elevator. Our max capacity for a seated dinner is 50 guests. (Cocktail style, we can do up to 120x guests)

    Ceremonies are held on one side of the venue, then we welcome guests into the front of the Loft for cocktails while we flip the room for dinner and dancing. If the Antler Room is available, you can choose to rent that room for Cocktail Hour instead.

  • All couples are given a 6 hour event window, with 3 hours for setup and 1 hour for cleanup and breakdown. For a total of 10 hours.

    Most couples choose 4-10pm or 5-11pm.

  • We will help you coordinate catering from one of our trusted partners! Most couples choose a buffet, but a plated dinner can be served as an upcharge.

    Beer & Wine will be provided from the Duneyrr Brewery downstairs.

    Mocktails and NA Beers can be added on for a small fee. Spirits can be added on through our catering partners.

  • The Tethered Events team will help guide you should selecting curated and cost effective floral options, with room to upgrade through one of our trusted partners!

  • Tethered Events will connect you to a professional DJ, experienced with the space, and well suited to your day-of needs. They will provide all of the music and emcee services for the day.

  • Tables, Chairs, Linens, and Tableware are all included in this package to make your vendor hiring process streamlined.

    We will coordinate quantities, delivery, and pickup on your behalf!

  • Included in this elopement package is an ordained officiant to make this ceremony official!

    You can add on additional sessions with them to help write your whole ceremony if needed!!

  • At Tethered Events, you’ll always have a team of in-house professionals to help you from day one with timeline and coordination!

Learn more here:

At Tethered Events, we take the guesswork out of your day-of timeline by providing more than enough time for set up, event, and take down afterwards! But if you’re still struggling to map out your day, our team of in-house planners will guide you!

Day of Timeline

Sample Three Hour Timeline

(for cocktail style event)

2pm - Officiant & Wedding Couple Arrives

215-245pm - Ceremony

245pm - Pop your Champagne Bottle in front of the Building!

3-5pm - Drinks with Friends & Family in the Tasting Room or Antler Room

5pm - Off on your Married-Way!

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Sample Six Hour Timeline

2pm - 5pm Vendor Arrival and Setup (3 hours)

5 - 530pm Ceremony

530 - 630pm Cocktail Hour

630pm Dinner Begins

Introductions / Speeches or Toasts / Cake Cutting

7pm Buffet Opens

830pm Special Dances + Desserts Available

11pm End of Reception

11pm - 12am Vendor Clean Up and Load Out (1 Hour)

Note: Vendors are given 3 hours of set up and 1 hour of take down time before/after each event. Other spaces at the brewery can be rented at an hourly rate for photos or getting ready.

Meet the Vendors

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Preferred Vendor Team

For our micro-wedding packages, we’ve tried to take the guesswork out of vendor sourcing! We have put together a closely curated list of essential and professional team members to bring your micro-event to life! The Tethered Events team will handle the vendor communication with all of these vendors to ensure a seamless planning process. If you have other vendors, like a photo booth or magician, just let us know so we can coordinate with them!

Catering

Beyond Catering

Beer & Wine

Duneyrr Wine & Beer Co

(Liquor and Spirits available as an add-on through Catering)

Florals

Flowers for Dreams

Entertainment

Luniks Entertainment

Yazz Events

Green Line Talent

Gannon Events

(We will discuss with each couple which entertainment team is a good fit,
and also available for your date!)

Officiating

Universal Officiants

Day-of Coordination

Tethered Events via BW Studio

Additional Rentals

Tablescapes (all standard tables, linens, chairs, and tableware)

BBJ Linen (upgraded linens - available as an add-on)

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Choice of Menu

Included:

  • Curated menu selection of:

    • Choose 3 Appetizers, 1 Salad, 2 Entrees, and 2 Sides from our menu options

    • Bread service on the buffet

    • Dessert trays included

  • Beverage Service (Beer and Wine only from the Brewery)

  • Rentals + Serviceware

    • Choice of Base Linen + Napkins

    • Standard Plateware, Silverware, and Glassware

  • Dietary Accommodations

Menu Service Styles

  • Buffet

  • Cocktail-Style

Customizations + Upgrades Available

  • Plated Dinner Service (upgrade)

  • Signature cocktails + liquor/spirits from the caterer (upgrade per person)

  • Upgraded linens, rentals, and serviceware available (upgrade)

INVESTMENT

Micro Elopements

Starting at $1,400

Micro Elopements + Cocktail Hour

Starting at $3,200

Micro Receptions

Most couples spend around $25,000

Behind every event, you have a team of hospitality professionals ready to assist you along the planning process!

House Planning + Design | The Tethered Events team is ready to work on your layout, day-of timeline, and give top-notch vendor recommendations as needed.

Meet the Team

Blair | After 10+ years of event planning, she’s thrilled to be be leading the Tethered Events team and promoting the Micro-Wedding Packages!

Tyler | In between brewing schedules, he will be behind the bar making sure every event is well stocked and ready for our couples.

Michelle | Our main point person for coordination and logistics of all our couples! You’ll be sure to meet her along your planning journey.

Rosie | You’ll be sure to see her assisting with setups and making sure everything is picture perfect before guests arrive.