Danada House

Danada House is an indoor/outdoor historic wedding and event venue in Wheaton, Illinois, set within the Danada Forest Preserve in DuPage County. The estate offers seven distinct ceremony locations, including the Formal Garden (up to 250 guests), the Oak Garden (up to 175), the intimate Saddleup near the historic Rice Stables (up to 100), and an indoor atrium for year-round use, alongside vintage interiors and a modern reception addition. The estate dates to the mid-20th century as the home of Daniel and Ada Rice, and its equestrian heritage includes being the home farm of 1965 Kentucky Derby winner Lucky Debonair, ridden by jockey Bill Shoemaker. Located in Wheaton, Illinois, within the Danada Forest Preserve in DuPage County. Couples and photographers consistently highlight the grounds, natural light, attentive staff, a coordinator named Jill described as easy to reach and helpful, and the flexibility to customize the event.