Winnebago County, which is located in the north-central part of Illinois, is known for its thriving aerospace and manufacturing industries, but it also has over 10,000 acres of parks and preserves, making it a beautiful place for a wedding.
The county is served by Chicago Rockford International Airport and Coach USA, which provides 17 daily shuttles between the city of Rockford's major hotels and Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Also, the Van Galder Amtrak Thruway buses provide services to Chicago Union Station, so you and your wedding guests will be able to easily navigate the region.
Major cities and towns in Winnebago County include Rockford, which is the county seat, Argyle, Cherry Valley, Winnebago, Lake Summerset, Durand, Harrison, Seward, South Beloit, and New Millford.
Some of Winnebago County's gardens, including the Anderson Japanese Gardens, Nicholas Conservatory and Gardens, and the Khlem Arboretum and Botanic Garden, are popular places to take engagement and wedding photographs, so make sure you check them out.
Major parks and preserves in Winnebago County include Rock Cut State Park, Blackhawk Springs, the Atwood Homestead, Laona Heights, Colored Sands, Grove Creek, Four Lakes, Kilbuck Bluffs, and Deer Run, just to name a few.
Even though Winnebago County has plenty of parkland, there are still some quality shopping venues, so you will be able to easily find everything on your wedding checklist.
Some popular places to shop include Edgebrook, the CherryVale Mall, Crimson Ridge, East State Antique Mall, the local farmers' markets, Main Street Antique Mall, and Sandy Hollow Family Flea Market.
Winnebago has plenty of things for you to do during your free time, so make sure you take a break from the wedding planning process to enjoy everything it has to offer.
To start, you can visit the Midway Village & Museum Center, tour the six museums of Riverfront Museum Park, see a show at Coronado Theater, or go boating at Rock Cut State Park.
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