Top Lincoln Park Conference & Summit Venues

• Spaces for 100-300 Guests
• 2 Museums
• 2 Landmarks
• 1 Outdoor

The National Italian American Sports Hall of Fame is a premiere destination spot for any event, with 35,124 square feet of usable space. We have a number of spaces suited to host a variety of different parties and celebrations, each transformable to meet your event’s specifications. Whether your event is social or business, casual or formal, our elegant and legendary event space provides a unique one-of-a-kind setting that will truly ‘wow’ every one of your guests. Located in the heart of Little Italy in fabulous downtown Chicago, there’s not a better backdrop than surrounding yourself amidst the presence of some of the most iconic Italian American sports heroes. From our Showcase Exhibit Gallery to our Rooftop Terrace, The National Italian American Sports Hall of Fame gives you the opportunity to entertain your guests amongst Chicago’s greatest tribute to Italian American sports legends.

• Spaces for 40-100 Guests
• 3 Restaurants

Have your next special gathering at Pompei. Pompei is perfect for afternoon meetings, rehearsal dinners, bridal & baby showers and holiday office gatherings. Pompei features ”La Stanza di Pompei,” a private, full-service banquet room with available seating for up to 100 people. Additionally, the beautiful and private glass enclosed Café accommodates up to 40 guests. Looking for somewhere to dine alfresco? Come enjoy Pompei’s beautiful Jut’s garden, nestled on the east side of the restaurant. The retractable rooftop over this cozy space accommodates private groups for parties from 25 to 80 people. The soft music, beautiful landscape and fresh aromas will certainly take you back to another era.

• Spaces for 80-1,200 Guests
• 3 Museums
• 3 Landmarks
• 1 Theater

With breathtaking skyline views, the Adler Planetarium is an iconic Chicago venue providing a unique and memorable location for your private event. Whether a seated event for 50 or a reception for 1,200, your guests will be dazzled by everything the Adler has to offer. Daniel F. and Ada L. Rice Solarium: Be awe-inspired by the panoramic view of the Chicago skyline from our Skyline Solarium. The Skyline Solarium features floor to ceiling windows making it the premier event space at the Adler. The terraces are included with the rental of the Sky Solarium. Clark Family Welcome Gallery: The Gallery features futuristic architecture and colorful lighting, which can be customized, creating a one-of-a-kind venue for cocktails or an intimate dinner. Grainger Sky Theater: With a domed ceiling scaling 36 feet high, the Grainger Sky Theater offers your guests a truly unique, 360-degree, immersive experience for a seated dinner, cocktail or lounge area, dancing, wedding ceremony or a presentation. Rainbow Lobby: The Adler’s Rainbow Lobby, named for the rainbows created by afternoon sunlight streaming through its prismatic doors, is a regal entrance for any party. Use the area for cocktails or as a grand entrance for your event. Terraces: Enjoy unparalleled views of Chicago’s skyline from the North Terrace and Sundial Plaza. The terraces provide a scenic spot for cocktails, wedding ceremonies or just taking in the city’s world–famous sight. Samuel C. Johnson Family Star Theater: Our newly renovated Samuel C. Johnson Family Star Theater is the perfect setting for a lecture or presentation. Additional Services: Enhance your event with experiences only the Adler can provide. Treat your guests to a show in the Grainger Sky Theater or Definiti Space Theater, telescope viewing on our terraces or in the Doane Observatory, or custom logo projection in the Clark Family Welcome Gallery. Visit our website for more details: http://www.adlerplanetarium.org/private-events/

• Spaces for 160-30,000 Guests
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 2 Theaters

Featuring an outdoor setting with soaring views, Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island is the perfect location to host your next conference, corporate event, fundraiser, private concert or graduation. Located 1.8 miles from Downtown, this unique venue serves as an iconic backdrop with versatile spaces including an open-air amphitheater, spacious lawn and intimate VIP Club offering limitless opportunities for your next private event. Accommodating up to 30,000 guests, this venue celebrates extraordinary hospitality and service creating a lasting impression from intimate experiences to full venue buyouts. With access to the world’s greatest musical entertainment, full-service event production, custom menus and mixology, our talented team of event specialist provide seamless execution to make your event one to remember.

• Spaces for 50-130 Guests

Punch House, located just beneath Dusek’s Tavern, invites you to circle around a bowl of punch and lose track of time. Punch, borrowed from the Hindi word ‘Panch’ (meaning five) refers to strong, weak, bitter, sour, and sweet -- the five flavors in every batch of punch. Featuring seasonal, rotating punches on tap, wood-paneled walls, and a mesmerizing fish tank, the space invites you to kick-back or dance the night away…whichever you prefer. Features: DJ Booth | Dimmable lights | Customizable music | Booths, barstool & lounge style seating options | Customizable letter boards

• Spaces for 40-75 Guests

In a quaint corner of the property, adjacent to Dusek's Tavern, Tack Room is the former carriage house where Mr. Dusek once kept his horses. Decorative equine details and an industrial feel make the Tack Room a playful and welcoming environment for intimate weddings, rehearsal dinners, holiday parties, and special celebrations. Large windows open to the outdoor patio in the warmer months and a well-loved piano compliments the space. Features include: Seasonally inspired food & beverage program | Dimmable lights | Customizable music | Piano | Indoor/Outdoor space

Welcome to The Sandbox Chicago, Chicago’s newest, hippest, ultimate warehouse party. Opening up in Pilsen, Chicago in Spring 2021, the Sandbox is an oversized game bar, where you can feel like a kid again. Think beer pong with 55-gallon drums and volleyballs, cornhole with beanbag chairs, bocce ball with medicine balls, giant Connect 4 with frisbees and life-size checkers where you are the pieces.

• Spaces for 300 Guests

King's is a luxury karaoke bar in Chicago’s Chinatown neighborhood. This luxurious entertainment venue features 12 private rooms. Each room has unique decor with private bathrooms, custom lighting and Karaoke machines. Kings has an abundance of popular pre-recorded backing tracks, craft cocktails, elevated bottle service, and a curated menu from a renowned chef Jason Hedin. Kings Karaoke is a one-of-a-kind experience in one of Chicago's most historical neighborhoods.

• Spaces for 6 Guests
• 1 Boat

ChicaGo By Boat offers Chicago's premier affordable luxury boat charters. We invite private groups of up to six passengers aboard the S/V Nightswimming for two to four hours based on our guests' needs. The sails conveniently depart from Burnham Harbor, making getting on board a breeze, and the perfect pre or post destination for concerts and special events in Museum Park. While on board you can watch the sunset behind Chicago's skyline or watch a full moon rise out of Lake Michigan. You can also experience the Wednesday & Saturday Navy Pier Fireworks from the front row. Want to host your corporate outing? We can do it. Want to propose to your partner on a sailboat? Perfect! The annual Air & Water Show as well as Museum Campus, Northerly Island and Soldier Field events are some other opportunities to experience the water. Or, maybe just sail with us because it's your Sunday Funday or you're on a stay-cation! Whether it's your first time, only time or just the next time; we want your sailing experience with us to be the BEST time you have this Summer."

• Spaces for 125-5,000 Guests
• 3 Event Spaces

Radius Chicago is a multi-use event space spanning 55,000 square feet, capable of accommodating a range of gatherings, from 400 to 4,000 attendees. Constructed within a converted steel factory, Radius breaks down into a variety of dynamic areas: The Main Hall, Cermak Hall, Arch Bar Pre-Function, and VIP Mezzanine. Located mere minutes from Downtown Chicago and boasting a staff of industry professionals with over twenty years experience, Radius is the perfect place to host your corporate event, private concert, product launch, location shoot, wedding, bar mitzvah, social gathering or any exclusive dinner affair. Radius is equipped with a matrix of private green rooms designed to accommodate your speakers, artists, and production needs. Our inhouse events team are trained to help you manage every detail so that your guests can enjoy the consummate on-site experience.

• Spaces for 250-600 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 2 Event Spaces
• 2 Meeting Spaces

The Chicago Illuminating Company is a premier event venue and production space located in the heart of downtown Chicago. Known for its seamless blend of historic charm and contemporary elegance, our venue offers a sophisticated backdrop for weddings, corporate gatherings, galas, and private events. Housed in a restored early 20th-century industrial building, The Chicago Illuminating Company features soaring ceilings, exposed brick, and state-of-the-art amenities — creating a versatile canvas for unforgettable experiences. Our dedicated team is passionate about delivering exceptional service, from customized event planning to flawless execution. Whether you're hosting an intimate celebration or a large-scale production, we work closely with clients and partners to bring bold ideas to life in a setting that’s as dynamic as the city itself. Let The Chicago Illuminating Company light the way to your next extraordinary event!

• 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 64-320 Guests
• 7 Event Spaces