Top West Town Graduation Party Venues

• Spaces for 50-7,000 Guests
• 3 Outdoor Spaces

Maggie Daley Park is one of Chicago's newest locations. It's home to several different types of event venue spaces including; the fieldhouse, lawn space, picnic groves, and the Cancer Survivors' Garden. It also has unique amenities in the quarter of a mile Skating Ribbon, 19,000 square foot rock climbing walls, three acre Play Garden complete with Enchanted Forest, eighteen holes of mini golf and the two and a half acre Cancer Survivors' Garden. Located between Lakeshore Drive and Millennium Park downtown Chicago, it's views include the Chicago Skyline, Museum Campus, and Lake Michigan.

• Spaces for 160-1,000 Guests
• 3 Hotels
• 3 Ballrooms
• 3 Total Spaces

The Congress Plaza Hotel, located in the heart of Chicago is just minutes away from some of the city's most prime attractions. The Congress Plaza Hotel & Convention Center was originally designed and constructed in 1893 to accommodate visitors from around the globe attending the World’s Columbian Exposition. The legendary Congress Plaza Hotel has been home to many of the world’s greatest notables such as our nation’s presidents, foreign dignitaries, opera, stage, and movie celebrities. Every year our property is visited by hundreds of guests attending conventions, meetings, and events in our beautiful city. Our property is conveniently located in the heart of the downtown area here in Chicago just minutes away from some of the premier attractions that our city has to offer including, The Art Institute of Chicago, Buckingham Fountain, Orchestra Hall, Willis Tower, and The Shedd Aquarium. The Congress Plaza Hotel is located directly across from Grant Park, known as one of Chicago’s prime attractions for great outdoor jazz and blues music throughout the summer. Our property features 871 guest rooms, including 36 deluxe suites, many of which overlook the beautiful waters of Lake Michigan. The Congress Plaza Hotel & Convention Center is the perfect place to experience Chicago at just about any time of the year!

Don Bucio's Taqueria is a vibrant space serving up authentic Mexican food with a plant-based twist located in Logan Square right on Milwaukee Avenue. As part of the Del Alma Restaurant Group, we believe the true secret to happiness is good food and great friends. At Don Bucio's, we want to serve you Mexican classics in a way you've never had them before. By serving plant-based food, we embrace a traditional part of Mexican eating that is often overlooked. The space is bright and fun with neon pink and purple lighting, endless margaritas, and Cumbia playing all night long. Bring your family and friends to experience a taqueria that f@cks with plants and we guarantee you'll leave feeling full and happy.

• Spaces for 100-150 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Magnificent! One word describes every sensation you will feel upon entering our restaurant. Experience magnificent dining in our choice location directly across from Wrigley Field. Located in historic Wrigleyville, Vines on Clark serves up a range of tasty foods from the simple to the divine. Join us out on the patio this season!

• Spaces for 22-300 Guests
• 3 Restaurants

The team behind Chicago's famous Swift & Sons restaurant has created a neighborhood pub concept with an oyster bar and classic American dishes. Swift & Sons Tavern, located directly across from Wrigley Field, is a neighborhood eatery and watering spot that charms families and game-goers alike with po'boys, steak sandwiches, and oysters on the half shell. In one of the city's most cherished neighborhoods, enjoy Chef Chris Pandel's homestyle cooking alongside Swift & Sons' hospitality expertise. Swift & Son's Tavern, your bustling neighborhood restaurant sharing a space serving American fare and classic cocktails to help you unwind after the grind, can be found under the glow of the friendly confines' marquee. The menu consists of dishes that we are familiar with and enjoy. We are a group of people who work well together. Everything we do on one of Chicago's most historic cross streets reflects our affection for the North Side. With sophisticated all-day service, warm, welcoming characters, and food that reminds us of home, we welcome you to our comfortable hangout. Chef Chris Pandel brings effusive kindness, a love of community, and a profound appreciation for quality to the table, rooted in local Midwestern foods and world flavors. Chef Pandel, who previously worked at The Bristol and Balena and was known for his handmade pastas and locally sourced ingredients, now oversees the kitchens at steakhouse sensation Swift & Sons, adjacent seafood eatery and oyster bar Cold Storage, Wrigleyville neighborhood spot and oyster bar Swift & Sons Tavern, and modern Mediterranean restaurant Cira. Chef Chris Pandel has been known for some of Chicago's most famous neighborhood eateries since establishing The Bristol in 2008. Handmade pastas and charcuterie, farm-fresh and locally sourced vegetables, and a nose-to-tail approach to cooking were all featured at The Bristol, which was located in the Bucktown district.

• Spaces for 40-100 Guests
• 3 Restaurants

Make your special event one to remember by hosting it at Riva Restaurant on Navy Pier. Whether your party is casual, or calls for a truly extravagant meal, Riva offers menu options that are perfect for any type of special event or celebration. All of Rive Navy Pier's menu items are prepared to order using only fresh, high-quality ingredients. The restaurant can accommodate groups of 15 to 100 people. Riva is a popular choice for both social and corporate events. From private corporate gatherings, benefits, and convention dinners to showers, birthdays, and anniversaries, your event at Riva will be unforgettable.

• Spaces for 20-150 Guests
• 3 Event Spaces

Mordecai, Wrigleyville’s premiere cocktail bar and restaurant, pays homage to the early 20th-century Cubs pitcher Mordecai “Three Finger” Brown. Featuring three-finger vintage whiskey pours, craft cocktails, and a full menu of inspired American fare, Mordecai is the ideal destination for memorable food and cocktails. Mordecai can host parties ranging from 20 to 150 guests.

• Spaces for 80-8,505 Guests
• 3 Outdoor Spaces
• 1 Event Space
• 6 Total Spaces

Navy Pier is the premier destination in the Midwest offering two exhibit halls, 36 meeting rooms, the historic Aon Grand Ballroom and Lakeview Terrace, all overlooking the lakefront with unparalleled views of Chicago’s beautiful skyline. These dramatic and diverse spaces are ideal for trade and consumer shows, conferences, business meetings and special occasions of any size. Flexible mixed-use meeting space combines with the Pier’s leisure, dining and entertainment options all at your fingertips. Conveniently located steps from Michigan Avenue and with thousands of hotel rooms nearby, Navy Pier’s versatile venues, exceptional customer service, and delectable cuisine will all create an event that your guests will remember forever. Besides distinctive space, Navy Pier has a dedicated and expert event team who will help you every step of the way to ensure flawless coordination, seamless execution and guarantee the success of your event. Navy Pier offers a variety of amenities including on-site exhibition and audio visual services, on-site enclosed parking and covered drop-off areas to the Festival Hall complex and the Aon Grand Ballroom.

• Spaces for 62-250 Guests
• 3 Restaurants
• 1 Outdoor
• 3 Total Spaces

Designed for lively celebrations along the lakefront, this distinctive venue pairs island-inspired style with some of Chicago’s most recognizable views. Groups can gather across the Main Dining Room, window-lined Fins Porch, and seasonal outdoor patio for everything from networking receptions to weddings and private parties. Margaritaville Chicago offers flexible entertaining spaces, dedicated bar areas, and an energetic atmosphere in the heart of Navy Pier.

• Spaces for 18-300 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Smoke Daddy is world-class BBQ in the heart of Wicker Park and now, the heart of Wrigleyville. We believe BBQ is a true homegrown American meal. Curated and smoked to be enjoyed together for lip-smacking, slow-cooked, savory goodness. Our Wrigleyville Locations offers options for Private and Semi-Private Spaces that are sure to be perfect for your cocktail party, BBQ Buffeg, or family gathering! ▪️ Buffet or Family-Style Service ▪️ Drink packages available including classic Smoke Daddy cocktails ▪️ Available for Brunch, Lunch, or Dinner 7 days a week ▪️ Live Music ▪️ 32 TVs

• Spaces for 50-400 Guests
• 4 Restaurants

Big Star is a bourbon and beer-focused, taco-slinging, late-night honky-tonk located across the street from Wrigley Field. Executive Chef Paul Kahan and Chef de Cuisine Julie Warpinski’s menu, inspired by authentic Mexican street food, is complemented by an extensive house-selected single barrel bourbon program. The taqueria’s soundtrack of classic country and rock & roll is selected and spun by our bar staff. Big Star Wrigleyville can host semi-private functions for 15 - 150 guests on our 2nd floor, and full restaurant buyouts for up to 350 guests. The 2nd floor space overlooks Gallagher Way & Wrigley Field and has retractable windows that give the space an open air feel, weather permitting.

• Spaces for 6-700 Guests
• 4 Restaurants
• 4 Outdoor Spaces

Budweiser Brickhouse Tavern is a unique event space, that will make a sports fan's dreams come true. The venue features four expansive bars, two outdoor terraces and stunning views of one of the most iconic ballparks in baseball – Wrigley Field. Sports and music are celebrated equally in Budweiser Brickhouse Tavern. The sports bar pays homage to legendary Cubs announcer Jack Brickhouse. High-top tables and custom stools meet dark-wood bars for a sophisticated sports bar experience. Budweister Brickhouse Tavern serves traditional sports bar fare elevated with tavern-style dishes. Their full menu of catering options provide cuisine that guests won't stop talking about. With room to accomodate up to 400 guests, Budweiser Brickhouse Tavern is perfect for all types of special celebrations. The venue's custom A/V options and DJ booth will give you the flexibility to create any type of atmosphere for your special event. Baseball Fans - look no further for your Mitzvah venue! Budweiser Brickhouse Tavern is the perfect space for any baseball lover! Located next door to historic Wrigley Field at Gallagher Way, Brickhouse Tavern offers an elevated dining experience, two outdoor terraces and stunning views of historic Wrigley Field and the Chicago skyline. From mouthwatering stadium themed menus to amazing ambiance, Brickhouse Tavern creates the perfect party for kids and adults alike. Their second floor jumbo screen is ideal for montage viewing!

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 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 200-400 Guests
• 2 Restaurants

Inspired by vintage ballparks, Lucky Dorr channels a bygone era, celebrating classic baseball-inspired snacks, locally brewed beer and draft cocktails. The extensive beer menu features rotating taps exclusively available at Lucky Dorr. A brick-lined patio and the historic Caretaker’s Way offer an ideal outdoor gathering space for guests to eat, drink and mingle. Lucky Dorr has room to accommodate up to 80 guests, and the outdoor area and Caretaker's Way may be tented for a larger event. Lucky Dorr offers guests the chance to hear the roar of the ballpark, enjoy a favorite concert from 20 feet outside the friendly confines, or celebrate next to an iconic institution. Lucky Dorr offers three levels of food and beverage packages. Beverages include exclusive craft brews and draft cocktails. Their menus are served reception, buffet or family style. Lucky Dorr is the only craft bar and event venue next to Wrigley Field.

Wrigley View Rooftop: Chicago’s Premier Independent Event Destination Elevate your next event at Wrigley View Rooftop, the most iconic independent venue in the heart of Chicago’s vibrant Wrigleyville neighborhood. Located at 1050 West Waveland Avenue, our multi-level rooftop offers a sophisticated, all-inclusive experience designed for those who seek premium hospitality with an authentic, boutique feel. As the last independently owned and operated rooftop in the area, we provide a level of personalized service and flexibility that stands apart. Whether you are planning a high-stakes corporate retreat, a milestone birthday, or an upscale social gathering, Wrigley View Rooftop delivers a seamless, turnkey solution for groups of up to 200 guests. The Venue Experience: Our facility features distinct levels, allowing your event to flow naturally from professional networking to high-energy socializing: The Skydeck: Our crown jewel. This expansive outdoor deck offers breathtaking 360-degree panoramic views of the Chicago skyline and the electric energy of the historic neighborhood below. The Clubhouse: Our premier climate-controlled interior section. This inviting indoor lounge provides a classic, comfortable environment with traditional stadium-style seating and television displays. The Clubhouse is fully equipped with AV capabilities, making it an ideal space for corporate presentations, speeches, or branded media in a temperature-controlled setting. A Truly All-Inclusive Celebration: At Wrigley View Rooftop, we believe the host should enjoy the party as much as the guests. Our all-inclusive packages take the stress out of event planning: Gourmet Ballpark-Style Buffet: A professionally catered menu featuring a wide variety of high-quality selections to satisfy every palate and dietary requirement. Premium Beverage Service: A full-service bar featuring craft beers, fine wines, and premium spirits, served by our professional and attentive staff.