Glencoe Union Church

Sixteen Candles (1984)

"The wedding scene where Jake finally acknowledges Sam and picks her up in his Porsche 944."

📍 Glencoe ✅ Still Standing ✅ Can Visit

🎬 The Scene

The wedding scene where Jake finally acknowledges Sam and picks her up in his Porsche 944.

🏙 What's There Now

Still an active church with beautiful architecture.

🎥 Behind the Scenes

The church's serene setting provided the perfect backdrop for the film's romantic climax.

🎞 About Sixteen Candles

Year: 1984

Director: John Hughes

Stars: Molly Ringwald, Michael Schoeffling

John Hughes's first directorial feature, filmed across Chicago's North Shore.

✓ Open to Visit

Address: 263 Park Ave, Glencoe, IL 60022

Tip: Best visited during daylight hours. Please be respectful of any private property or businesses.

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