Top Illinois Cocktail Party Event Spaces

• Spaces for 40-300 Guests
• 4 Event Spaces

BLVD is a modern American restaurant located in Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood that draws inspiration from Hollywood’s Sunset Blvd circa 1950: the golden era’s most iconic strip of dining and entertainment establishments. Our space combines the glamour, luxury, and decadence that defined Hollywood in the 1950s with contemporary cuisine, cocktails, and music that bring guests back to the here and now, creating an exciting dichotomy between restaurants and personas of the past and present.

• Spaces for 75-100 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Restaurant

Please contact our Event Manager Stephanie at stephanie@noonwhistlebrewing.com!

• Spaces for 35-309 Guests
• 5 Event Spaces
• 1 Theater
• 4 Meeting Spaces

Since 1972, Gorton has been proud to enrich the lives of residents through cultural arts, education and charitable service. Today, Gorton is one of only a few privately-funded community centers in the United States and serves as a unique partnership between community volunteers and The City of Lake Forest. Gorton Community Center, a private nonprofit 501c3 organization, relies on the generosity of area residents and business to support building improvements, programs and services which are offered in the historic building owned by the City of Lake Forest.

• Spaces for 250-500 Guests
• 1 Event Space

ABOUT US With large, open spaces that feature an inpouring of natural light, Mae District provides a brilliant canvas for your upcoming event. Our expert planners believe that it's all in the details - create a masterpiece in every moment with Mae District. OUR SPACE A jewel in Chicago's vibrant Motor Row District, Mae District is a gathering space and open-air terrace that embodies the classic beauty of old Chicago while celebrating the endless new beginnings of a City that never stops moving. Just blocks away from vast Lake Michigan and steps from McCormick Center, this two story space nestled within among a collection red stone brick buildings features an exceptional history. It is the perfect getaway on the doorstep of Chicago.

• Spaces for 18-200 Guests
• 7 Event Spaces
• 7 Restaurants
• 3 Bars

Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse Rosemont boasts six private dining rooms & one semi-private area, accommodating intimate dinner parties of 12, up to 144 for a seated event and up to 200 people for a cocktail reception. The private dining rooms are adorned with beautiful hardwood floors, elegantly lit wine cellars, state-of-the-art audio visual equipment, gorgeous wood bars, a fireplace and private patio area. The restaurant is situated in the heart of Chicagoland’s bustling Rosemont area, a stone’s throw from the Donald E. Stephen’s Convention Center, The Allstate Arena and The Rosemont Theater. Gibsons Prime Angus Beef is featured along with fresh fish, classic cocktails, an extensive wine list and exceptional service. Private spaces are available for breakfast, lunch and dinner events.

• Spaces for 15-500 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces
• 1 Restaurant

For groups of 10 – 500, a carefree antidote to traditional downtown nightlife, the social dining concept combines electric design with nostalgic cocktails and cuisine. Guests can indulge in elevated versions of childhood favorites, such as “adult” juice boxes and gourmet pizza rolls. Our design captures the dichotomy of chaos and control inherent in nightlife, balancing street and collage art with custom grid-patterned boxes, renaissance-inspired portraiture and tailored patterns – resulting in an energy that celebrates the vitality of Chicago and gives guests an opportunity to discover something with each visit.

• Spaces for 275-800 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces
• 1 Restaurant
• 2 Total Spaces

Rockwell on the River is located in an old manufacturing complex in the Avondale neighborhood in Chicago. This unique industrial building will feature over 16,000 square feet of the main event space totaling over 22,000 square feet including the outdoor and staging areas. The architectural details include high lofted double bow truss ceilings, skylights, exposed brick, timber construction, Black Locust end-grain flooring, Italian Masonry in the courtyard and riverfront, and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the North branch of the Chicago River. The river frontage will bring the indoors out with over 3,000 square feet of cocktail-worthy space. The amenities at Rockwell on the River include a 1,300 square foot catering kitchen, distinctive bars, tables and chairs, artfully designed washrooms, a convenient loading dock, and many details making the space exceptional. The location of this venue is also impressive: the Rockwell series of buildings will feature exciting developments including a distillery, a brewery, and a restaurant – all connected by a common cobblestone courtyard.

• Spaces for 50-3,563 Guests
• 3 Event Spaces
• 2 Restaurants
• 1 Theater

The Lyric Opera House is a majestic setting for entertaining on any scale. The theatre, spacious back of house, lobby, grand foyer and four private dining rooms are available to rent for public ticketed and private events. The Lyric Opera House is a world class concert venue and has featured artists including David Byrne, Bryan Ferry, Seal, Andrew Bird and Wilco. The 3,563-seat theater is the second-largest opera auditorium in North America and holds the largest stage in downtown Chicago. Excellent sightlines, premium acoustics, and intricate architectural detailing make for a fantastic and unique venue. Host your wedding or private event in one of the world's most beautiful buildings. The Lyric Opera House is one of Chicago's historic landmarks and among the world's most beautiful buildings. Built in 1929 and fully restored in 1996, the Lyric Opera House is a hybrid of Art Nouveau and Art Deco designs and a majestic setting for entertaining on any scale. The theater, spacious back of house, lobby and grand foyer, and four private dining rooms are available to rent for public ticketed and private events.

• Spaces for 30-50 Guests
• 1 Event Space

The Little Beans Café birthday experience will be the most fun party in town for both kids AND parents. We fulfill all of the desires and wishes of our birthday boy/girl to make the party a birthday celebration they’ll never forget. Parents can relax and enjoy some time with friends in our comfortable café or parents lounge while our staff takes care of every detail of your child’s special day. Party packages include the basics or full service planning and customized activities. We handle every detail so you can have time to socialize with your guests. We also offer customized party packages for your Baby Shower, Mom’s Group Outings and other special occasions.

• Spaces for 30-350 Guests
• 5 Event Spaces
• 5 Restaurants
• 5 Total Spaces

Our polished casual vibe is made for formal or informal celebrations: birthdays, game days, graduation dinners, surprise parties, anniversaries, bar mitzvahs, bat mitzvahs, happy hours, church events, fundraisers, or any special event you don’t feel like hosting at your house. Book a private dining space, or take over our stylish bar with floor-to-ceiling windows and patio access. Fatpour Lincolnwood is ideally situated near the Holiday Inn & Suites, Rodeway Inn, North Park Inn, Edgebrook Motel, Heartland Ice Arena, and the I-94 Expressway.

• 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.

• Spaces for 180-185 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Country Club

Tamarack Golf Club is a daily-fee golf and event facility in Naperville, Illinois, set on a par-70, 6,901-yard championship course that Golf Digest recognized as the Best New Public Golf Course of the Year when it opened in 1989. The plantation-style clubhouse sits alongside rolling fairways, manicured greens, water features, and strategic bunkers that provide a naturally scenic backdrop for weddings, corporate gatherings, and private celebrations. The clubhouse event spaces — including the Veranda Room, Candlelight Room, and Members' Lounge — collectively accommodate up to 180 guests for banquet-style events. Outdoor ceremony areas on the grounds offer open green space and golf course views. The club's in-house team provides customizable catering, professional event coordination, and dedicated wedding specialists who support planning from initial consultation through event day.

• Spaces for 30-45 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Located in the cutest pocket of Lincoln Square, the Party Day studio is the perfect spot for your next kids party, baby shower, or birthday party! Our space offers a fully renovated kitchen, perfect for hiring a chef or hosting a wine night! Modern farm tables and bentwood chairs seat 25, additional seating for 4 at the kitchen island, or accommodate 50 guests with a standing room cocktail style party. Party Day has both exposed brick walls, plain white walls and beautiful morning and mid-day light with a wall of east facing windows. The perfect spot for a photography studio shoot.

• 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.

• 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.

• Spaces for 80-150 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Copper & Caviar is a gorgeous loft event space in the heart of Evanston's Hill Art District. This modern blank canvas is the perfect space to transform into the event of your dreams. From social soirees to business networking events, and baby showers to intimate receptions, Copper & Caviar can transform into whatever you need it to be.

• 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.

• 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.

• Spaces for 300-450 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 space at this venue

Both intimate gatherings and huge celebrations are welcome at Revelry 675. Our spacious venue features a 5,000-square-foot indoor reception space, with an open floor plan. Your party can move between the indoor reception space and our gorgeous 1,200-square-foot outdoor patio for a memorable cocktail hour. Our venue can accommodate 120 guests in the outdoor space and 300 in the indoor reception space. You and your loved ones can meander down to the banks of the beautiful Fox River and take in the sunset while you raise a glass. Our lush lawn & natural surroundings also provide a spectacular natural background for wedding pictures!

• Spaces for 50 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Your all inclusive wedding destination. An eco-friendly getaway; featuring all natural, chemical free linens, locally sourced ingredients, environmentally sensitive methods, and luxury amenities. Wedding packages include two (2) night accomodations (seven double occupancy bridal suite, suites and rooms), whole property, covered garden pagoda, indoor Carriage House ground level space adjacent to outdoor spaces for reception (instead of a tent), water garden, and farm to table custom breakfast both mornings. Imagine the no stress of one location for rehearsal, getting ready, ceremony and reception. From small and intimite micro-weddings, elopments or up to 125 (as COVID protocols permit.) Our 2021 current max for events is max of 50 (Illinois, Phase 4 of Re-Opening.)