Top Chicago Cocktail Party Event Spaces

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Choosing your cocktail party venue will be one of the most important steps in the planning process. So much goes into finding the perfect event space in Chicago. You’ll want to consider everything from the aesthetics of the space to any in-house amenities and services. Luckily, PartySlate makes it easy with our Find Venues page. Use the filters to narrow your search — taking into account everything from your guest count to specific catering preferences. Once you’ve set your filters, scroll down to search our curated list. Look for the “featured” tag for PartySlate’s top recommendations. With PartySlate, finding your ideal Chicago event space has never been easier.

  • Spiegeltent ZaZou, an event space at Teatro Zinzanni

    Teatro Zinzanni

    32 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
    • Spaces for 120-450 Guests
    • 2 Event Spaces

    Chicago’s elegant, magical, and unique special event venue – Teatro ZinZanni, is located on the 14th floor of the Cambria Hotel, and provides meeting/event space, fine dining, and world-class entertainment options. Perfect for holiday parties, corporate events, fundraisers, weddings, and social events. Upon entering the lobby the party begins as you are directed up to the 14th floor. Once a long-forgotten space, now you step off the elevator and enter an exquisite large reception area three stories high with exposed brick and elegant chandeliers as well as a gorgeous complete cocktail bar. Events can be held here with a seated capacity of 120 people or cocktails rounds for 200 people. This reception area leads to the beautiful Spiegeltent ZaZou which is a 60' tall 100-year-old unique jewel box velvet Belgium mirror tent. This remarkable circular space holds up to 340 people seated and has an elevated area for a band as well as the option to raise the 12' center stage for a dramatic effect. In addition, world-class entertainment from the Teatro ZinZanni show can be included. Elements of the show that can be customized and incorporated into your event are world-renowned acrobats, musicians, divas, illusionists, madmen, and aerialists. The whole venue also has its own state-of-the-art kitchen to produce a fine array of appetizers, plated multi-course meals, and desserts. Food is freshly prepared by the Debbie Sharpe Goddess and the Grocer team. Whole-day, half-day, and evening rental options are available.

    Avg response time 1-2 days
  • Urban Blue, an event space at Raised | An Urban Rooftop Bar

    Raised | An Urban Rooftop Bar

    1 W Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
    • Spaces for 100-200 Guests
    • 1 Event Space
    • 1 Restaurant
    • 1 Outdoor

    With an industrial aesthetic, eclectic style and raw finishes, RAISED | An Urban Rooftop Bar invites locals and guests to enjoy the indoor/outdoor bar and open roof deck overlooking the scenic downtown Chicago River view. Our versatile space can accommodate groups of all sizes and is perfect for wedding rehearsal dinners, birthdays, small wedding receptions, small corporate gatherings, proposals, anniversaries, graduation parties, or a night out on the town. Open year round, RAISED features incredible views, award winning cocktails and an unparalleled surroundings to celebrate every occasion.

  • Lirica Restaurant Private Dining Room and Waterfront Patio, an event space at Sable Hotel

    Sable Hotel

    900 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
    • Spaces for 40-500 Guests
    • 4 Event Spaces
    • 4 Restaurants
    • 4 Total Spaces

    With a unique blend of elegance and comfort that just has to be experienced, and views that have to be seen to be believed, Sable at Navy Pier crowns one of Chicago’s signature destinations. Lush accommodations, unique dining experiences, and a rooftop bar unlike any other, guarantee that your visit to the new landmark on Chicago’s landmark will be unmatched, unmistakable and completely unforgettable. Host your dream wedding, throw a world-class party, take in the views, or step outside and soak in the downtown Chicago vibes from the shores of Lake Michigan. Dive head first into Chicago’s newest and most extraordinary hotel experience. Sable’s stylish venues, brilliant chefs, and dedicated, personalized service are truly unmatched. The Great Lakes Ballrooms are 3,456 sq feet and located on the 2nd floor of the hotel with 884 sq feet of pre-function area. These stylish event rooms feature 10 ½’, floor-to-ceiling glass windows with sweeping, unobstructed views of Lake Michigan and Chicago’s Skyline. The Great Lakes Ballrooms can be divided into a maximum of 5 breakout rooms – Michigan, Superior, Huron, Ontario and Erie – in a matter of minutes with air walls. Capacity is ideal for intimate meetings of 6 while still an excellent choice for grand celebrations of 200 - all with the best views of Lake Michigan that Chicago has to offer. Located in the Sable Hotel, Lírica restaurant provides a fresh take on Latin-inspired cuisine and promises to serve up delicious delights for all tastes. Enjoy a modern open kitchen, expansive bar, and outdoor seating with sweeping views of Lake Michigan. Event options range from 10 to 40 guests in our private dining room, or up to 175 guests with both indoor and outdoor options.

    Avg response time 1-2 hrs
  • Aragon, an event space at JW Marriott Chicago

    JW Marriott Chicago

    151 W Adams St, Chicago, IL 60603, USA
    • Spaces for 56-800 Guests
    • 5 Event Spaces
    • 2 Hotels
    • 8 Total Spaces

    Originally designed in 1914 by renowned architect Daniel Burnham, our landmark hotel hosts Chicago's premier wedding and reception venues. JW Marriott Chicago offers classic elegance, with delicious catering options and the upscale amenities you expect from the Loop's only luxury hotel.

  • Full Buyout, an event space at Alla Vita

    Alla Vita

    564 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60661, USA
    • Spaces for 24-150 Guests
    • 2 Event Spaces

    Serving a casual, family-style menu, Alla Vita is a place to gather and enjoy comfortable Italian cuisine. Alla Vita means “to life” in Italian which recognizes overcoming life's challenges and creating a space for shared meals and memorable experiences. Executive Chef Lee Wolen shares his passion for fresh, delicious Italian food made simply with the best ingredients.

  • mHUB Event Space, an event space at mHUB Chicago

    mHUB Chicago

    1623 W Fulton St, Chicago, IL 60612, USA
    • Spaces for 16-325 Guests
    • 1 Event Space
    • 2 Meeting Spaces

    An Innovation Center for All Things HardTech. mHUB is where people come to build the physical technologies that will change the physical world. Through prototyping labs, industry partnerships, and a commitment to U.S. manufacturing, the mHUB ecosystem is changing the landscape of HardTech development. For a quote on your next event, please fill out our request form here: https://www.mhubchicago.com/request-event-space

    Avg response time 1-2 days
  • Private Dining Room, an event space at Private Dining by Sepia

    Private Dining by Sepia

    123 N Jefferson St, Chicago, IL 60661, USA
    • Spaces for 60-140 Guests
    • 1 Event Space
    • 1 Restaurant

    Private Dining by Sepia serves as the ideal backdrop for the inventive, American cuisine created by James Beard Award nominated Chef Andrew Zimmerman. Available seven days a week for lunch or dinner, it can accommodate up to 60 guests for a seated meal and up to 100 for a standing cocktail reception. Private Dining by Sepia offers a unique venue for bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, and small weddings. Michelin-starred Sepia restaurant, located next door to the private dining room, may be available for a full buyout on select dates. Accommodating up to 120 for a seated meal, the main dining room offers a warm and intimate setting for a memorable event.

  • Meeting Space, an event space at The Corner Spot Café

    The Corner Spot Café

    1825 Roosevelt Rd, Broadview, IL 60155, USA
    • Spaces for 45-100 Guests
    • 1 Event Space

    Small intimate party or meeting space in a contemporary café with table seating and counter for seating and/or food display (approx. 1500 sq. ft.). The fireplace adds a special ambiance to your event. Let your imagination run wild and transform the room into exactly what you need for your special event. You have the ability to rearrange the room to accommodate those who wish to network or add additional seating for more dinner guests. Table Seating for 40 people plus 5 at the counter. - Additional tables and seating can be secured for an additional fee or bring your own. Conveniently located near expressways for guests coming from the north, south, east or west. There is plenty of street parking available as well as municipal parking lot 1/2 block away. We'd love to host your next event: - Birthday Party - Anniversary Party - Baby Shower - Engagement Party - Rehearsal Dinner - Book Signing - Meet & Greet - Repast - Press Conference - Fundraiser, - Launch Party, - Company Party - Meeting - Intimate Dinner Our space is located in Broadview - Surrounding neighborhoods Oak Park, Forest Park, Riverside, Maywood, Bellwood, LaGrange Park, etc.

  • Mundelein Auditorium - Lake Shore Campus, an event space at Loyola University Chicago - Conference Services

    Loyola University Chicago - Conference Services

    Flanner Hall, 1032 W Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL 60660, USA
    • Spaces for 64-320 Guests
    • 7 Event Spaces
  • Bixbee Event Space, an event space at Bixbee Imagination Station

    Bixbee Imagination Station

    915 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60642, USA
    • Spaces for 50-350 Guests
    • 8 Event Spaces

    An experiential pop-up bound only by the limits of your imagination. Inspired by a child’s innate ability to transform their reality into a fantasy world powered by nothing more than their own creativity, Imagination Station is equal parts funtastical playground and imagination jump starter! Come discover a world every kid (and kid-at-heart) wished truly existed. Enter an uncharted playground where you can ride with a polka-dotted elephant and spot cheeky, technicolor monkeys. Ignite a brilliant light show with just the beat of a drum. Ride a mythical unicorn blazing across a disco rainbow sky. See human connectivity come to life like an electric spirograph. Share secrets with your bestie via flower blossoms. Explore outer space with a surfing, taco loving dinosaur, and take a selfie inside a ferociously, friendly shark!

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    Entire Banquet Space, an event space at Maggiano’s Little Italy Skokie at Westfield Old Orchard

    Maggiano’s Little Italy Skokie at Westfield Old Orchard

    4999 Old Orchard Shopping Ctr suite a28, Skokie, IL 60077, USA
    • Spaces for 360-435 Guests
    • 1 Event Space
    • 1 Ballroom
    • 1 Meeting Space

    Your guests will love our elegant, well-appointed private event rooms and craveable Italian-American dishes—and you’ll love the feeling of knowing we have taken care of everything. With 4 unique event rooms that can be used in varying combinations, our Skokie location can host seated events up to 435 guests with exclusive use of the full event space. Whether you are hosting a big family celebration or a small corporate meeting, our private event rooms are designed to accommodate a variety of occasions. Our Private Dining Event Managers will help you plan a delectable chef-prepared menu and choose offerings for your private bar, featuring a selection of wines and handcrafted cocktails. Allow us to create the perfect room layout and add finishing touches such as personalized menu cards, house centerpieces and standard audio-visual equipment. At Maggiano's, we specialize in making every event memorable!

    Est. $77/guest
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    Geraghty North

    2100 Sanders Rd, Northbrook, IL 60062, USA
    • Spaces for 650-1,500 Guests
    • 2 Event Spaces
    • 1 Outdoor
    • 2 Total Spaces

    COMING SUMMER 2027 A Venue of Natural Elegance, Geraghty North was thoughtfully selected by Tom Kehoe for its unique setting, located adjacent to a forest preserve and surrounded by the beauty of nature. The venue offers an unparalleled sense of privacy and tranquility while providing an exceptional backdrop for unforgettable events. In addition to this indoor-outdoor aesthetic, Geraghty North is being built from the ground up to offer everything you need to host your most significant moments: · Luxury landscaping: an expansive Terrace and designer-landscaped Sculpture Garden offer unique vistas and versatile options for event flow. · Partner portfolio: streamlined access to top caterers, entertainment, and other VIP extras, as well as single-point-of-contact event design and technical production through our Kehoe Designs family of brands. · Upscale appointments: luxury finishes, a neutral aesthetic, and natural light via 14-foot-high windows and skylights ensure every event is impactful and memorable.

    Pricing Details Available
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    Entire Banquet Space, an event space at Maggiano's Little Italy Oak Brook

    Maggiano's Little Italy Oak Brook

    240 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL 60523, USA
    • Spaces for 200-260 Guests
    • 1 Event Space
    • 1 Ballroom
    • 1 Meeting Space

    Your guests will love our elegant, well-appointed private event rooms and craveable Italian-American dishes—and you’ll love the feeling of knowing we have taken care of everything. With 5 unique event rooms that can be used in varying combinations, our Oak Broom (Chicago) location can host seated events of 10-200 guests in one space, with additional breakout rooms available, or standing receptions up to 200 guests in one space and 260 with exclusive us of the full event space. Whether you are hosting a big family celebration or a small corporate meeting, our private event rooms are designed to accommodate a variety of occasions. Our Private Dining Event Managers will help you plan a delectable chef-prepared menu and choose offerings for your private bar, featuring a selection of wines and handcrafted cocktails. Allow us to create the perfect room layout and add finishing touches such as personalized menu cards, house centerpieces and standard audio-visual equipment. At Maggiano's, we specialize in making every event memorable!

    Est. $77/guest
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    Moretti's Mt. Prospect, an event space at Moretti's - Mount Prospect

    Moretti's - Mount Prospect

    1799 Busse Rd, Mt Prospect, IL 60056, USA
    • Spaces for 100 Guests
    • 1 Event Space
    • 1 Restaurant

    Moretti’s Mount Prospect provides a versatile setting for celebrations, private dining, and corporate events in Mount Prospect, Illinois. Designed to accommodate a range of gathering styles, the venue features flexible event spaces that create an inviting atmosphere for both intimate occasions and larger groups. Moretti’s Italian-American menu offers customizable food and beverage selections, making it easy to tailor the dining experience to each event. From birthdays and showers to rehearsal dinners, meetings, and milestone celebrations, the venue brings together comfortable surroundings, convenient event planning, and crowd-pleasing cuisine.

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    Chicago Botanic Garden

    1000 Lake Cook Rd, Glencoe, IL 60022, USA
    • Spaces for 30-400 Guests
    • 12 Event Spaces
    • 6 Outdoor Spaces
    • 14 Total Spaces

    The Chicago Botanic Garden, with event sites nestled amid 385 acres of enchanting gardens, peaceful lakes and native woodlands, is a spectacular site for your special event. Indoors and out, you'll find a host of settings to choose from—all featuring wonderful vistas available all four seasons. The Garden blends uncommon natural beauty with the finest amenities and service. The Garden's convenient location close to downtown Chicago is in the heart of the North Shore. The Garden is the ideal place to host an event your guests will never forget - you can trust our events team to pay attention to every detail! From the simple to the sublime, we have something for every taste!

    Avg response time 1-2 hrs
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    Moretti's - Wheeling

    365 W Dundee Rd, Wheeling, IL 60090, USA
    • Spaces for 90-150 Guests
    • 2 Event Spaces
    • 2 Restaurants

    Moretti’s Wheeling offers a welcoming setting for private parties, celebrations, and special occasions in Wheeling, Illinois. Private events take place in Moretti’s Unique Event space located next door to the restaurant, with a flexible layout that accommodates gatherings of up to 150 guests. The venue combines a comfortable, inviting atmosphere with versatile spaces suited for birthdays, showers, rehearsal dinners, corporate gatherings, and other social events. Customizable food and beverage options feature Moretti’s signature Italian-American cuisine, while the dedicated events team helps coordinate each detail for a seamless gathering.

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    Maggiano’s Little Italy Schaumburg at The Streets of Woodfield

    1901 Woodfield Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60173, USA
    • Spaces for 20-550 Guests
    • 2 Event Spaces
    • 1 Ballroom
    • 2 Meeting Spaces

    Your guests will love our elegant, well-appointed private event rooms and craveable Italian-American dishes—and you’ll love the feeling of knowing we have taken care of everything. Located in the upscale Streets of Woodfield lifestyle center—just steps from Woodfield Mall—Maggiano’s Schaumburg offers over 5,300 square feet of newly renovated private event space, blending classic Italian-American elegance with the vibrant energy of surrounding shopping, dining, and entertainment. With six beautifully appointed banquet rooms that can be used in varying combination, our Schaumburg location can host seated dinner for 10 to 300 guests or standing receptions for up to 550 guests. Ample on-site self-parking and easy access to major highways make arrival easy. Whether you are hosting a big family celebration or a small corporate meeting, our private event rooms are designed to accommodate a variety of occasions. Our Private Dining Event Managers will help you plan a delectable chef-prepared menu and choose offerings for your private bar, featuring a selection of wines and handcrafted cocktails. Allow us to create the perfect room layout and add finishing touches such as personalized menu cards, house centerpieces and standard audio-visual equipment. At Maggiano's, we specialize in making every event memorable!

    Est. $77/guest
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    Ravinia Green Country Club

    1200 Saunders Rd, Riverwoods, IL 60015, USA
    • Spaces for 25-300 Guests
    • 7 Event Spaces
    • 1 Restaurant
    • 7 Total Spaces

    As one of the North Shore's premier country clubs, Ravinia Green Country Club hosts exceptional parties, from outdoor celebrations under the stars to elegant meals held in intimate dining rooms or our majestic ballroom. Whatever the occasion, the staff at Ravinia Green Country Club will help plan every detail of your special event from the initial planning stages through to the event finale to ensure your celebration is flawless. Ravinia Green Country Club is proud of its unique facilities, excellent service and exquisite cuisine. Whether your function is for 10 or 300, let the staff of accomplished professionals at Ravinia Green Country Club help make your next celebration extraordinary! Plus, banquet facilities at Ravinia Green Country Club are available to non-members! So even if you're not a member, you still have opportunities to host your special event at Ravinia Green Country Club.

    Est. $164/guest
    $5,000 min
    Pricing Details Available
    Avg response time 12-24 hrs
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    Chandler's Banquets

    401 Roselle Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60193, USA
    • Spaces for 40-500 Guests
    • 5 Event Spaces
    • 1 Outdoor

    Chandler's at the Schaumburg Golf Club has everything it takes for you to create an event to remember! Located in the center of the 200 acre 27 hole Schaumburg Golf Club, Chandler's event center features breathtaking views of professional landscaping as far as the eye can see. Inside the recently remodeled spaces include fireplaces, custom stonework, architectural lighting and innumerable special touches to impress your guests. Chandler's restaurant and banquet chefs and staff serve up hundreds of unique menu choices to customize your event cuisine, along with professional event planning and service. Chandler's has helped plan and host hundreds of weddings, business meetings, birthday parties, showers, fundraiser, family events and much more. You can count on our experience to make your event planning and execution easy and enjoyable for you and your guests. Chandler's features a variety of ballrooms and more intimate spaces, for any size group. Our Grand Ballroom features a thirty foot vaulted ceiling with brick accents and a sophisticated prairie style decor. With the expert help of our onsite wedding specialists and chefs, you will have peace of mind throughout the entire planning process, from creating the perfect menu to room and tabletop design, entertainment options, AV services and anything else you need. Plentiful free parking is available immediately next to the Event Center. Our Event Center is ADA compliant for all. For weddings, we feature a gorgeous outdoor Ceremony site with seasonal gardens and acres of beautiful landscaped backdrop, stone walkways, water fountain and romantic gazebo to say those all-important “I Do's”. If you prefer an indoor ceremony, we offer a beautiful decorated arch and special lighting to create the perfect mood for you and your guests.

    Pricing Details Available
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    Chicago Marriott Naperville

    1801 N Naper Blvd, Naperville, IL 60563, USA
    • Spaces for 70-800 Guests
    • 3 Event Spaces
    • 4 Hotels
    • 4 Total Spaces

    Chicago Marriott Naperville offers a variety of event spaces, from outdoor patios to intimate indoor spaces to elegant ballrooms. Each event and reception site provides its own individual appeal; for example, 18-foot ceilings and oversized windows allowing an abundance of light to stream through the windows. In addition to these elements, your guests are able to enjoy expansive foyers as well as a spacious lobby area. Multiple room configurations are available to customize the space and ensure a comfortable experience for all. The modern decor and landscaped grounds are an ideal backdrop for photos. When your guests are ready to retire for the evening, they will enjoy upscale, on-site accommodations. They can also enjoy an indoor pool as well as on-site dining during their stay. The hotel provides all-inclusive packages to ease the planning process and Marriott Certified Planners, who are on-property to coordinate the full details of your day.

    Pricing Details Available
    Avg response time 4-6 hrs