Top Highland Park Cocktail Party Venues

• 1 Cocktail Party Album
• Spaces for 36-360 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Event Space

28 Mile Distilling offers a versatile, one-of­ a-kind event venue located centrally in High­wood, Illinois. Each of our rooms - The Soto Bar, Bourbon Lounge and the Rooftop - offer open loft-style space that can be custom­ized to accommodate a vast range of occa­sions for your next event. Our in-house mixologists' craft one-of-kind cocktails specifically blended with 28 Mile Distilling's award-winning Debonair Bourbon, Gin, Vodka, and Ventiocho Tequilla. The roaring 1920s meets modern at 28 Mile Distilling with its gas lamps, exposed brick and soaring ceilings. From Bar/Bat Mitz­vahs and weddings to corporate gatherings, photo shoots and fundraisers, 28 Mile Distill­ing transforms your event into an experience you and your guests will not soon forget.

• 1 Cocktail Party Album
• Spaces for 225 Guests

Antiquaire started in 2007 as an importer of Exquisite European Antiques, & has evolved into a multi-faceted, cutting-edge eclectic design business. Antiquaire is the only US company to import the entire line of the authentic & iconic Tolix chairs from the South of France. In 2011, Antiquaire started Melissa Edelman Design (MED) - a bespoke kitchen cabinetry designer & manufacturer and General Contractor. MED has the unique ability to use an antique piece such as an old shop counter, and modify it to modern standards as a functional kitchen island complete with soft close drawers. Antiquaire has also partnered with Arte Italica fine Italian dinnerware which is a perfect fit for wedding registries. MED has designed for the Lake Forest Showhouse, Chicago Magazine's Chairs for Charity, DIFFA/Chicago's Dining by Design & even special outdoor events at Ravinia Music Festival. In each instance MED has been able to show off their unique talent for table displays and event design. In 2015, the shop next door to Antiquaire became available, & MED started rehab on the unrenovated store interior located in the historically significant building by Architect John van Bergen. The renovation was at first to be used to showcase MED's kitchen designs. The renovation turned out far better than anyone could have imagined. They found huge old beams under two layers of crumbling ceilings, restored them & allowed them to be exposed for the first time in almost 100 years! They also dug up more than 6 layers of built up flooring to find the original maple hardwood floors. After painstaking restoration, the gorgeous dark stained maple floors are exposed. In combination with the beams, high transom black glossy windows, exposed stainless steel duct work, the MED space is very unique for an event space on the North Shore. It has the lofty feeling of places one may only find in downtown Chicago. The space is warm & charming & very visually appealing. The brand new bathroom boasts a magically floating concrete shelf with an original carved marble sink from Turkey and sparkling new modern nickel finished faucets. A French Trumeau mirror grazes the high ceiling over the sink, & a vintage chandelier adds extra glamour for viewing oneself in the full length antique mirror. Back at Antiquaire, there is a brand new full gourmet kitchen available to use complete with a Wolf 60" gas range & double ovens, a 36" SubZero Refrigerator with drinking water supply, two freezer drawers & ice maker. Don't forget the Wolf coffee & cappuccino machine! The kitchen is stunning with MED's bespoke cabinetry & gold "leafed" back splash, & silver leafed ceiling hiding behind the huge chandelier over the island. You may never want to leave! Come & bring your own event planner, use MED to design, or a combo of both! Choose from a vast array of antiques & accessories to give your event or special day the unique feel you are looking for. Ask to sample our famous homemade cheesecake and macarons.

• 1 Cocktail Party Album
• Spaces for 80-125 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Set in Chicago’s North Shore community of Glencoe, Uptown Glencoe offers a stylish neighborhood setting for private events, dinners, and social gatherings. The venue features contemporary interiors, warm lighting, and flexible dining spaces that create an inviting atmosphere for both intimate celebrations and larger group events. Blending elevated American cuisine with a lively yet polished ambiance, the restaurant provides a comfortable and refined backdrop for everything from cocktail receptions to seated dinners in the heart of downtown Glencoe.

• 1 Cocktail Party Album
• Spaces for 30-300 Guests
• 2 Museums
• 2 Landmarks
• 4 Total Spaces

The Halim Time & Glass Museum is home to hundreds of historical timepieces, stained glass masterpieces and artwork from around the world. A Golden Chinese Pagoda topped with over 5000 pearls, a porcelain and bronze clock that was once owned by Katherine the Great, a lobby with towering stained glass windows, and a grand, floating staircase topped with a celestial stained glass dome are only a couple highlights of this magnificent museum. The Halim Museum offers four event spaces. The Wisteria Room is a 4,000 square feet space with stunning hand-painted gilded trim, skylights to the Rooftop Garden, floor to ceiling windows with panoramic view and a wrap-around balcony. The Tiffany Gallery is a 1,500 square foot space adorn with the treasures crafted by Louis Comfort Tiffany. The Garden Room and the Zodiac Terrace offer masterpieces of stained glass and hand-painted stenciling inspired by Gilded Age mansions. The Museum Café is a smaller room adorned with timeless decor for intimate wedding receptions. Services Offered Halim Time & Glass Museum offers many services to make your wedding experience as stress-free as possible, including providing event rentals to complete the atmosphere, such as tables, chairs, dance floor, and audio equipment. Each venue is wheelchair accessible and available to host ceremonies, receptions, showers, engagement parties, elopements, and rehearsal dinners. Additional services include: All-inclusive packages Catering and bar services Cleanup Get-ready rooms Parking Setup Valet WiFi Cuisine Halim Time & Glass Museum offers the convenience of in-house catering for your special day as well as supplying all needed barware, china, flatware, glassware, and linens. Couples may choose serving styles, such as a buffet, cocktail reception, hors d'oeuvre, plated, and chef station. Catering services include dessert, outside cake, servers, and tastings. This venue also provides many in-house bar services, and their other services include: Bartender(s) Champagne toast House beer, liquor, and wine Liquor license Open bar Premium liquor Signature drink Specialty beer and wine

• 1 Cocktail Party Album

We import antique and vintage furniture and accessories primarily from France, but also from Italy, Spain, England, Greece, and Turkey. We also have a wonderful Gustavian Swedish collection. Other services that we provide include custom importing, custom ordering, and professional design consultation. We can find just about anything you are looking for and import it for you. Also, our professional design service can help you to determine and place the special item in your home.

• 1 Cocktail Party Album
• Spaces for 200-400 Guests

Our team brings your vision to life with spaces that transform for any occasion. We listen and then bring your vision to life. The Birchstone takes on every detail so you can focus on what matters: making memories. The Birchstone has three unique areas that can be used to create a customized experience. At The Birchstone, we are family. We recognize and understand the importance of your special event. That’s why every member of our team is dedicated to making every occasion extraordinary. We are ready to create what you envision and look forward to bringing your vision to life. The Birchstone has three rooms with seated capacity from 80 to 300 guests and full venue capacity of over 400. For large celebrations such as a wedding, bar/bat mitzvahs and other special events, the Main Hall accommodates up to 220 with a dance floor. For meetings, luncheons, memorial services, bar/bat mitzvahs and other special events, we are able to arrange our spaces to accommodate your guest list with a large ballroom, intimate party spaces, and outdoor seating.

• 1 Cocktail Party Album
• Spaces for 35-65 Guests
• 3 Restaurants

Firefly Kitchen brings a taste of Brooklyn to the North Shore of Chicago. The Chef and NY native, Dean Salerno, is a restaurant veteran to the NY restaurant scene where he helped open 5 successful restaurants in the financial district and has created a thriving catering company, Firefly Events and Catering, in the Chicago after relocating with his wife from Brooklyn. The completely renovated building hosts a cozy dining room and bar with a large outdoor beer garden for warm summer months and rooftop herb garden. Firefly Kitchen is the perfect venue for small celebrations in one of our dining rooms, or buy-out the entire venue for a large soirée of up to 140 guests! The menu offers well executed seasonal classics and upscale comfort food such as lobster spring rolls, creative small plates, big fresh salads, a melt your face burger, and gluten free options.

• Spaces for 60-275 Guests
• 3 Event Spaces

Hold your next event in one of our 3 larger gallery spaces, or use an art classroom for a unique and creative special event. The Art Center Highland Park is the perfect venue for weddings, birthday parties, fund raisers, benefits, rehearsal dinners, or any type of event where you want a unique and beautiful setting. TACHP also has ample outdoor space for weather appropriate events. Located just off of downtown Highland Park, 1/2 mile from Lake Michigan, and just 3 blocks from the Metra station, you won't find a comparable venue like ours in the area.

We believe great food is born from the best ingredients. The cooking process begins with many questions and informed decisions. Which farm? What are the farming practices? Which breed of animal? Where are the fish from and how were they caught and handled? Which variety of sea salt is best for each dish? What type of oil? Each dish should be healthy, appear simple and show respect for the ingredients. Regular menu items include oak smoked beef brisket, hickory smoked chicken, dry rub ribs done with apple and cherry wood & apple-hickory smoked pulled pork. Since no man can live on barbeque alone, we will also offer a daily menu featuring local products and world flavors. Soups, salads, fresh fish, and interesting takes on sashimi. We also have fantastic desserts for those of you with a sweet tooth. We LOVE hosting private events. Let us help you plan and host the perfect private or semi-private event to celebrate any occasion. 210 can accommodate groups of any size with an assortment of delicious homemade menu items, craft beers, interesting cocktails and a variety of entertainment options to delight your guests. We will make your next event easy, affordable and stress free!

• Spaces for 30-400 Guests
• 6 Outdoor Spaces
• 1 Theater
• 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!

Ravinia stands today as its most musically diverse, presenting over 140 different events throughout the summer. These concerts run the gamut from Yo-Yo Ma to John Legend to the annual summer residency of the nation's finest orchestra, The Chicago Symphony Orchestra. The 36-acre park is nestled in a gently wooded area that makes it an enchanting place to experience music. Guests can bring their own picnics or eat at one of the park restaurants. Children up to age 15, high school and college students are admitted free to the lawn for classical performances.

• Spaces for 75-400 Guests
• 3 Historic Spaces
• 3 Estates
• 3 Mansions

The Highland Park Community House is a beautifully renovated historic landmark that evokes the glamour of the past with our Ballroom's Art Deco fixtures, vaulted ceilings and gorgeous hardwood floors. With stunning indoor and outdoor space, this venue can be converted into many configurations to graciously accommodate all types of functions from wedding receptions and ceremonies, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, business meetings, theater productions, fundraising events; to personal celebrations such as anniversaries and birthdays. Located just a few steps from one of the most exciting business districts on the North Shore, your guests can explore the possibilities of our treasured town. One of the unique aspects of our special venue is you can bring in any vendor, caterer, food, beverage, decor of your choosing making it affordable on all budgets to create the event of your dreams.

• Spaces for 25-40 Guests
• 1 Event Space

This recently design, event setting is a blank canvas. With 13,000 square feet of world class event space, it is just waiting for your imagination to bring your dream to life. All this and it’s set right in the heart of Chicago’s North-Shore. The perfect combination, location, setting and the ability to add your own personal touch. What could be better for your mitzvah wedding, reception, party, work or charity event? This exclusive event space can be turned into anything you need. For work events or corp meetings you can include 6 breakout rooms. For parties and other events our upper level studio Ballroom has a stage and large dance floor with the addition of a lower level space which is just as alluring. This stunning building is sophisticated, elegant, charming, modern and clean. To add to all of this there is a parking garage which houses up to 300 cars. All this in an exquisite setting. Whatever your need be it Social, Wedding, Corporate Event or anything else, we have you covered. We offer a multitude of gourmet catering options, a full bar or just beer & wine tailored to your preference.

Located in the heart of Highland Park, Dinx Social Club is a lively destination designed for gathering, celebrating, and making memories. With its stylish setting, vibrant energy, and welcoming atmosphere, Dinx brings a fresh, modern take to the neighborhood social scene. From intimate dinners and cocktails with friends to birthdays, celebrations, and private events, Dinx offers a versatile space where every occasion feels special. The experience is centered around great food, thoughtfully crafted drinks, and an atmosphere that encourages guests to stay awhile and enjoy the moment. Whether you’re planning a milestone celebration or simply looking for a fun night out, Dinx Social Club is where good food, good company, and good times come together.

• Spaces for 350-600 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Highland Park Country Club, one of Chicago's original and historic event venues, is being reimagined as the newest piece of the Catering by Michaels portfolio. We offer both indoor and outdoor locations and checks all the boxes for your wedding. Whether you choose to have your ceremony in the beautiful nature preserve or admire all of its beauty inside from the floor to ceiling glass windows, this space is perfect no matter what you choose. Traditional seated meals of up to 350 guests with a dance floor or up to 400 guests without a dance floor can fit in the space. As the exclusive caterer and event management partner, Catering by Michaels brings over 40 years of experience to offer more than just food on a plate. Offering chef driven gourmet menus, event coordination services, elite level of service staff, and a personalized recommendation portfolio of other event vendors, this partnership brings a new level of event experience to the North Shore of Chicago. Since no two events are the same, every event we design and cater is truly a one-of-a-kind experience and customized just for you. We pride ourselves on being by your side each step of the way, guiding your wedding for a truly cohesive and enjoyable experience.

Bobby's Deerfield is a true neighborhood spot with an inspired take on inventive food and drink. This is our version of an American bistro with influences from all over the world. We too are stirred by what we see, where we travel, what we experience and what we eat. We bring that unique perspective to our concept, while staying true to ourselves. Our philosophy is simple… provide a quality, consistently-good product that is accessible to all. We offer food you can understand but be inspired by. That means the very best seasonal ingredients with familiar but fresh, creative preparations. Bobby's Deerfield presents craft cocktails that are well-thought out with fresh ingredients and boutique spirits that all have a story to tell. Our wine list is a carefully curated collection full of depth and personality. We have worked tirelessly to create an environment that is both high in style and comfort. There is an intangible warm familiar feeling when you come into our space. Our vibe is energetic and full of effortless ease. Our gracious service comes naturally to us. There’s no pretense, no attitude, just genuine friendliness and a desire to please. We do our own thing in our own way. We’re small scale with big expectations for ourselves and we look forward to having you.

• Spaces for 25-300 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Bar
• 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.

• Spaces for 650-1,500 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 2 Event Spaces
• 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.

• Spaces for 90-150 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 2 Event Spaces

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.