This guide is actively expanding. The temples and vendors below are real and independently verified, but this is not yet a complete directory for Illinois — more categories are being added.
The Indian Community in Illinois: Temples & Wedding Vendors
Last updated: September 20, 2026
Illinois's Indian Community, at a Glance
The Chicago metro area is home to a large and established Indian community. For NRI families here — whether planning a wedding or looking for a place of worship — this guide covers verified temples and wedding vendors across the Chicago area.
Hindu Temples for Weddings in Illinois
Sri Venkateswara Swami (Balaji) Temple of Greater Chicago
1145 W. Sullivan Rd, Aurora, IL 60506
Confirmed via an official Illinois House of Representatives resolution marking its 25th anniversary. A real documented wedding has been held there (featured on TheKnot).
Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Itasca
Itasca, IL
Confirmed via Wikipedia — explicitly has marriage and banquet facilities.
Contact each temple directly to confirm current wedding-booking availability, officiant arrangements, and any requirements.
Illinois Wedding Vendors (Confirmed So Far)
6 of 10 major vendor categories have at least one real, named business, drawn from a credited Chicago wedding feature and Maharani Weddings' own curated Illinois vendor directory. Confirm current availability and contact details directly before booking.
Floral & Decor
Shaadi Creations
Credited, Chicago Hilton Pakistani/South Asian wedding
Hair & Makeup
Makeup by Francesca
Credited, same wedding
Catering (tent/food stations)
Shahi Nihari
Credited, same wedding
DJ / Entertainment
DJ RAJ Entertainment & Event Lighting; Desibeatzs Entertainment
Listed in Maharani Weddings' own curated Illinois vendor directory
Planning
Engaging Events by Ali
Listed in Maharani's curated Illinois directory
Catering
Event Espresso Catering
Listed in Maharani's curated Illinois directory
Still Being Researched for Illinois
A mehndi artist, a dedicated photography/cinematography specialist, bridal attire, invitations, and baraat transportation are not yet confirmed, along with community associations, local publications, and Illinois's specific marriage license process. Check directly with your county clerk for current marriage license requirements.
Find Your Match in Illinois's Indian Community
If you're an NRI family in Illinois looking to connect with verified matches — locally or with families elsewhere in the diaspora — browse profiles on NRI Hearts or create a free profile to start browsing verified matches today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you get married at a Hindu temple in Chicago?
Yes — the Sri Venkateswara Swami (Balaji) Temple of Greater Chicago in Aurora, and the Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Itasca, which explicitly has marriage and banquet facilities, both support Hindu wedding ceremonies. Contact the specific temple directly to check availability and requirements.
Is this page a complete Illinois wedding vendor directory?
Not yet — this is an expanding guide. 6 of 10 major vendor categories currently have at least one real, named business. A mehndi artist, dedicated photography/cinematography specialist, bridal attire, invitations, and baraat transportation have not yet been verified for this area.