Extravagant Wedding at the AON Grand Ballroom

This wedding had it all. A custom designed bridal gown, a pier side wedding ceremony, fireworks, and one of the most stately wedding reception spaces in Chicago, the AON Grand Ballroom. Enxhi Zekthi and Egzon really went all out with their celebration, and together they created an endlessly refined red-carpet affair that never ceased to wow their guests.

Enxhi Zekthi & Egzon are proud to be part of the Albanian community here in Chicago. They wanted their wedding to reflect how strongly they feel about their roots, while also celebrating the city, and the country they call home. The backdrop of their celebrations was very much Chicago, but all the smaller, memorable details were very much Albanian.

“One of our favorite moments from the wedding was the outdoor ceremony. It was literally a breath of fresh air for us both, given that there were so many stressful parts leading up to that moment. It’s one of the few times during the wedding that time just stood still. Another one of the moments that meant a lot to both of our families, and guests, was when we began the traditional Valle dancing with the iconic Albanian performers Merita Halili and the Raif Hyseni Orchestra. The incredible fireworks display in the evening was the cherry on the cake. We got a chance to go on the private rooftop of the Aon Grand Ballroom with our photography team and capture some unbelievable moments during the display. It felt just like a scene from a movie!”

Real Wedding, Chicago, Navy Pier, Festive, Fireworks, Custom, Cultural, Downtown, Glamorous, Ballroom, SummerMichelle CoxAON Grand BallroomAon Grand Ballroom, Lauren Ashley Studios, Lavender Fields Flowers & Decor, LD Events Decor, Omaima Couture, Oak Mill Bakery, Levy Catering, Merita Halili and Raif Hyseni Orchestra, DJ Arvi Mala, Show Services, Way to Go