Fall at Oak Hill Farm changes beautifully from September through November. The landscape, foliage, light and even the feel of your wedding day can look completely different depending on when you celebrate.
If you are planning a fall wedding in Galena, IL, here is what you can expect from each month at Oak Hill Farm.
September: The Beginning of Fall
September brings a little bit of summer and the first signs of fall to Oak Hill Farm. The grounds are still lush and green, with hints of changing foliage beginning to appear across the property.
Warmer temperatures and longer days make September ideal for an outdoor ceremony and time spent throughout the farm. The Barn Lawn offers a beautiful ceremony backdrop and lush green grass, while the extended daylight leaves plenty of time for portraits and golden hour photos.
September is for couples who: Want warmer weather, longer days and a wedding that captures the transition into fall.
October: Peak Fall Color
October is when fall truly arrives at Oak Hill Farm. The changing foliage creates a colorful backdrop throughout the property, but the Woodland Forest Ceremony Site is especially spectacular.
Surrounded by walnut trees and tall pines, Woodland Forest places you right in the middle of the season’s changing colors. As the sun sets earlier, string lights and warm evening lighting add to the atmosphere.
Cooler temperatures make October feel distinctly autumnal without taking away from the experience of enjoying the farm’s outdoor spaces.
October is for couples who: Dream of colorful foliage, crisp fall air and a ceremony surrounded by peak autumn scenery.
November: A Cozy Late Fall Celebration
By November, the farm begins its transition into late fall. Many leaves have fallen, colors become softer and the landscape takes on a quieter, more intimate feeling.
With colder temperatures and earlier sunsets, the Chapel becomes an especially inviting ceremony setting. The restored 1860s church combines historic character with modern comforts, including heat and air conditioning.
November creates an opportunity to embrace a cozier wedding atmosphere, from a warm ceremony in the Chapel to an evening celebration in the Pavilion.
November is for couples who: Love intimate celebrations, cozy details and the quieter beauty of late fall.