Some weddings feel like a celebration, but Paula & Ryan’s wedding at Garfield Park Conservatory felt like a full-on experience—a mix of love, music, culture, and just the right amount of throwback jams to make it unforgettable.

Set in one of Chicago’s most beautiful, jungle-like spaces, their day was filled with energy, emotion, and a dance floor that stayed packed all night long. With loved ones flying in from all over the world, this wasn’t just a wedding—it was a global reunion, a cultural mashup, and a party for the ages.

The reception was a full-on cultural + millennial music takeover in the best way possible. Paula & Ryan made sure to bring in elements from both of their backgrounds, so the night felt like a mix of traditional cultural dances, feel-good family moments, and straight-up bangers from the early 2000s.

One minute, guests were celebrating with beautiful, cultural irish dances passed down through generations. The next? Everyone was belting out Fall Out Boy and Panic! at the Disco like they were at their middle school dance.

And let’s talk about that moment when the entire room lost it to “Welcome to the Black PArade.” If you know, you know.

Paula & Ryan’s wedding wasn’t just beautiful—it was alive. It was a mix of cultures, friendships, and music that brought people together in the best way. And just like the conservatory itself, their love is going to keep growing, wild and free.

Cheers to these two—may your dance floor always be full, and your love always feel this electric.