Gather

Wedding Day

Guest Arrival

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

First Dance & Cake Cutting

Dinner

Reception

RSVP submissions close September 15th, 2026!

Our Wedding

Aly & Dave's Story

Aly and Dave met almost 20 years ago working together at Spirit Halloween in Algonquin, IL. Both share a huge affinity for Halloween, horror, and all things spooky.

One of Dave's favorite memories together was seeing Ghost and Amon Amarth at Northerly Island in 2023. It was his first time seeing Ghost, but kickstarted a love of the band as much as Aly already had.

Dave proposed on Halloween in 2025. While celebrating their favorite holiday with friends, Dave snuck outside and rang the doorbell, pretending to be a Trick-or-Treater. When Aly answered the door, Dave was on one knee and said "Trick or Treat?" Needless to say, Aly cried (in a good way).

The couple loves going to conventions, seeing horror movies in the theater, and playing Dead by Daylight together. They enjoy live concerts, and building thematic playlists for road trips.

"If every day for the rest of my life gets to be like this, with her, I'll always be happy." - Dave

"I love being able to watch him experience moments of absolute joy. No one deserves it more." - Aly

Our Story

Photos

Emily Kelly

Katie Larocco

Aaron Martinez

Josh Feltz

Kiel Ursin

Rebecca Lewis

Wedding Party

Dress Code

Q + A

Hotels

All hotels are within a 15 minute drive of the venue. There is an official room block at the Hampton Inn Huntley, but you are welcome to book at some of the other locations if you have memberships or rewards or brand preferences! The room block at the Hampton Inn Huntley closes on October 1st, 2026.

Hampton Inn Huntley Chicago

Room Block

Room block hotel rate code: KAW https://www.hilton.com/en/attend-my-event/ordhuhx-kaw-b4f9065f-2068-4692-8bf1-1bdf79c3472e/ Hotel block is only available until October 1st, 2026. All rates will return to normal if not booked before that date.

Comfort Suites Elgin Northwest

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Elgin, IL

WoodSpring Suites Elgin - Chicago

Candlewood Suites Elgin NW-Chicago by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Elgin - Chicago Northwest by IHG

Parking

Gather has a large parking lot able to accommodate many vehicles. Feel free to carpool if you'd like but don't stress about parking!

Honeymoon Fund