Top Chicago Loop Kids Birthday Venues

• Spaces for 100-150 Guests
• 1 Boat

We are a modest business run by a Chicago native with a long family history in the maritime industry. The "Summer of George" was created with the intention of being a party boat. The 100-foot, two-story yacht is available for guests to experience. Cocktail tables and bench seating are set up on the open-air rooftop terrace. It's ideal for relaxing and taking in the scenery, as well as dancing the night away. The climate-controlled lower deck allows passengers to sail in comfort regardless of the weather. On both sides, enormous mahogany-trimmed windows provide 360-degree vistas for sightseeing. This level also houses the restrooms and the main bar. There are a variety of floor plans to choose from. The boat is in River City Marina, 900 South Wells Street, and beneath Bertrand Goldberg's famous "River City" structure. On the South Branch of the Chicago River, it's about 6 blocks south of the "Willis Tower," also known as the "Sears Tower." Our goal at Chicago Lakefront Cruises is to provide the finest level of service to our customers. Being on board our yacht is a once-in-a-lifetime event, and we'll make sure it's one you and your guests will never forget! We are dedicated to ensuring that our customers are satisfied! The journey begins on the Chicago River's South Branch. The boat then travels up the Main Branch of the Chicago River and out to Lake Michigan. Navy Pier, The John Hancock Building, Buckingham Fountain, and the Adler Planetarium are just a few of the sights that you and your guests will see! The "Summer of George" is a vessel that has been certified by the United States Coast Guard. All passengers will have access to life rafts and life jackets. The vessel is piloted by licensed 100-ton captains and is inspected annually by the USCG. CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications are held by the entire crew.

Lake Shore is a family-oriented private club on the shores of Lake Michigan that was founded in 1908. For more than a century, the Club has been a home away from home for generations of families and friends in Chicago and the North Shore. The Club, which is located on 127 acres in Glencoe, Illinois, is a haven for outdoor sports, leisure, and camaraderie about 25 miles north of Chicago. In addition to formal and informal dining and a bustling social schedule, Lake Shore has a championship 18-hole golf course, a full racquets program, and a waterfront swimming complex. Lake Shore's historic Howard Van Doren Shaw-designed Clubhouse, perched above a bluff, provides panoramic views of the lake and a lovely backdrop for in-season activities and private Member functions. Glencoe was a rural community, Sheridan Road was a dirt road, and the 127 acres where the Club now stands was primarily muddy scrubland known as Beck's Farm when the Club was created. Frederick Law Olmsted, widely regarded as the pioneer of American landscape architecture, and his sons, Frederick Law Olmsted, Jr. and John Charles Olmsted, were engaged in 1909 to assist with the development of the site. In the same year, Howard Van Doren Shaw, another prominent Chicago architect, won a national architectural competition to design and build a clubhouse overlooking Lake Michigan. His vision of architecture that blended seamlessly into the landscape was identical to Olmsted's. The spirit of Lake Shore has remained the same for generations of families, many of whom are descendants or members of the original founding families, despite the fact that the Club's facilities and activities of interest have changed over the past century.

• Spaces for 79 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 1 Landmark

The McCormick Bridgehouse & Chicago River Museum host events that are unrivaled in the city. Private dinners, cocktail parties, wedding ceremonies and receptions, and bridge lift brunches are all possible at the Bridgehouse Museum, and they’re sure to be a success with this amazing backdrop. The museum commemorates the Chicago River and gives your guests a rare opportunity to see the inner workings of one of Chicago's most famous movable bridges, located inside the southwest tower of the Michigan Avenue bridge. The inside of the Bridgehouse Museum is a distinctive and rustic environment with five levels, exposed brick walls, and steel beams. It’s a beautiful, adaptable space that makes events of all shapes and sizes exceptional. It is suitable for intimate celebrations, both private and corporate, with around 1,200 sq. ft. of area and a capacity of 79 people. Renters have the option of working with their own caterer or one of our recommended caterers. Because of the building's unique layout, seated engagements are usually limited to 25 people or less when using the patio space. Indoor seated engagements are feasible, although tables must be spread out over the museum's five modest floors. Each rental also includes access to our riverwalk plaza, which offers breathtaking views of downtown Chicago that are only seen from this one-of-a-kind location. The five-story bridge house is filled with history, bridge details, and colorful anecdotes about the many people who were inspired by the Chicago River's potential. Every summer, tens of thousands of people visit the Bridgehouse Museum, which serves as the cultural centerpiece of the new Chicago Riverwalk.

• Spaces for 55-400 Guests
• 8 Museums
• 2 Landmarks
• 8 Total Spaces

The Harold Washington Library has nine event spaces for you to transform into your perfect space. With capacities ranging from 500 to 20 people, one of these spaces is waiting to accommodate you and your guests. Dance in the Winter Garden, Harold Washington's architectural centerpiece or dine next to the floor to ceiling windows in South Hall. Your options are many, but there is only one perfect fit for you. Their event professionals wants to bring your ideas to life; whether that be for your son's bar mitzvah, your wedding or your companies holiday party. Wow your guests by having your next event in this historical and elegant venue.

• Spaces for 60-170 Guests
• 3 Restaurants
• 2 Bars
• 1 Hotel

Elephant & Castle Pub and Restaurant brings an authentic British pub experience to downtown Chicago's Loop, operating from the ground floor of Club Quarters Central Loop hotel at 111 West Adams Street. Open daily from 7 a.m. to 2 a.m., the venue serves classic British fare alongside an extensive bar program, making it a well-positioned host for both daytime business events and late-night celebrations. For private events, the Adams Street location offers more dedicated event space than any other Elephant & Castle location in the United States. Three distinct spaces accommodate groups of varying sizes: the lower-level Buckingham Rooms provide fully private dining with a private bar; the third-floor Clark & Adams suite offers large conference-style rooms with satellite bar service; and the Main Floor can be arranged as a semi-private section or full restaurant buyout. Together they handle groups ranging from intimate gatherings to large receptions, with flexible layout options including banquet, boardroom, cocktail, and theatre configurations. Event packages include buffet menus, plated options, cocktail service, and custom food and beverage arrangements. A/V equipment — projectors, screens, and microphones — is available across the private rooms, and the venue provides a dedicated events team to manage setup and flow from booking through event day.

• Spaces for 180-250 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Chicago Theater Works is available for rental and is the perfect venue for a unique event. We love parties, fundraisers, film screenings, wedding receptions, corporate off-site and more… Our facility can accommodate up to 180 for a sit-down dinner, play, recital, screening… to 200+ for a stand-up reception. ​ Furnishings: We have 220 black banquet chairs, six 24” rounds, twenty 48” rounds, six 60” rounds, a buffet table and several 6’ tables and two high-tops. We also have six sections of 12’ pipe with black drape. ​ Food and Beverage: Northshore Catering is our in-house caterer and they are amazing. You are welcome to work with them or bring in your own food. For catering we have a staging kitchen with 3-compartment sink, commercial refrigerator, ice maker, convection oven, microwave and stainless prep table. There is an extra charge for using the kitchen. We require that all beverage be purchased through our full bar. Our prices range from $3 for soft drinks, $6 to 8 for beer, $7 to 9 for spirits and $6 to 9 for wine. We can do a host bar or cash or credit for guests. Sound, Lights, Stage and Tech: The space features a 16’ x 10’ stage with a simple light plot, board and spotlight. We have video projection capabilities and a wide format screen. We also have several wired and wireless microphones and a plug in play sound system. The venue also has wifi. Depending on the extent of your tech needs there may be an extra charge to have our tech person on-site. Location: We are located in Lakeview on Belmont between Sheffield and Racine. We are two blocks east of the Red, Brown and Purple lines. We are also on multiple 27/7 bus routes. A nearby parking lot is available for an extra charge. The venue has two large bathrooms and two private, unisex bathrooms. There is also a dressing room with iron, steamer, washer and dryer. We always have a staff member and, if needed, bartender available for your event.

• Spaces for 40-175 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Bar

Bar Parisette is an award-winning restaurant and wine bar on a bustling stretch of Logan Square. We love hosting events, including weddings, in our spacious dining room and bar. Our dining room is large enough to accommodate groups of up to 100 in a semi-private capacity, while the two spaces combined can host up to 165 guests. The space is perfectly suited for events that include multiple elements, such as a cocktail hour followed by a seated dinner, and can be set up to include a wedding ceremony, dance floor, or performance. Our packages include bespoke menus from our culinary and bar teams, as well as service staff, furniture, plates, silverware, glasses, and more. The space features exposed brick, floor to ceiling windows, hardwood floors, vintage lighting, and custom tile. Events include use of our state-of-the-art sound system and wireless microphone. In addition to the indoor spaces, guests have access to our charming 400 square foot sidewalk patio. We also can provide a spacious private area for the bride and family with private bathroom access.

• Spaces for 150 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces

• Spaces for 50 Guests

Located in the heart of Chicago’s Wrigleyville neighborhood, The Chicago Hotel Collection Wrigleyville offers a distinctive setting for meetings, corporate gatherings, social events, and group stays. Whether hosting an intimate business retreat, welcoming out-of-town guests, or planning a celebratory event weekend, groups can take advantage of the hotel's central location, modern amenities, and vibrant neighborhood atmosphere. With thoughtfully designed guest rooms and curated local experiences, The Chicago Hotel Collection Wrigleyville provides a memorable backdrop for events of all kinds.

• Spaces for 12-85 Guests
• 4 Restaurants

Located in the heart of Lakeview, Ella Elli is a charming space full of conversation and globally inspired cuisine. Our private and semi-private events spaces can host 10 - 85 guests for cocktail reception and buffet style events.

• Spaces for 95-1,000 Guests
• 3 Restaurants
• 2 Event Spaces

Cubby Bear is located across the street from historic Wrigley Field and plays host to local and National acts, in addition to corporate and social events! With plenty of private party rooms overlooking the Wrigley Field marquee, and menus ranging from the Classic Chicago Dog to Prime Rib Carving Stations, there's something for everyone and every budget! Located in the heart of Wrigleyville, the Cubby Bear has deep roots in Chicago’s music and nightlife scene. It has witnessed some of the most historic Cubs victories and has hosted numerous national and local musical acts. Decades later it remains a top destination for year round live music and sports entertainment. Our venue has been recognized as Best Rock Club by the Chicago Music Awards, #1 Neighborhood Bar in Chicago by Maxim magazine and even 7th best sports bar in the United States by Sports Illustrated. Over the years, we have hosted events; large and small. From birthdays to formal Corporate events, we have the ability to accommodate our customer’s needs.

• Spaces for 20-350 Guests
• 4 Restaurants

Located in the historic Old Post Office lobby, From Here On Food Hall & Market curates a hospitality experience in many forms. From Here On is a modern and trendy food hall with a vibrant atmosphere, carefully curated artisanal vendors, and various delectable cuisines to satisfy every palate. Our travel-themed bar, Snorkelbox, specializes in handcrafted cocktails made in equal measure. Enjoy delicious food and cocktails in one unique downtown location. With our diverse selection of gourmet food options, your attendees will embark on a gastronomic journey, savoring unique flavors from around Chicago. From mouthwatering sliders to Durango-style Mexican food, our food hall offers something for every taste bud. It doesn't stop at the food and beverage! Our versatile event spaces can accommodate gatherings of all sizes, whether you're hosting an intimate happy hour or a larger celebration. From full buyouts of the popular Snorkelbox Bar to our spacious outdoor patio, we have the perfect spaces for any event. Our team handles all logistics, allowing you to focus on what truly matters - creating lasting memories with your guests. We take pride in delivering exceptional service and ensuring that every aspect of your event exceeds expectations. From Here On Food Hall & Market concept was created by the hospitality collective, 16” on Center, known for Chicago mainstays such as Revival Food Hall, Thalia Hall, and MONEYGUN. 16” on Center’s history of creating long-lasting neighborhood places promises an inviting community gathering place for tenants and neighbors alike.

• Spaces for 60-250 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 4 Event Spaces

Guild Row is a place where the creative and civic minded connect. Located in Avondale along the Rockwell Corridor, our facility is designed to accommodate a wide range of events for groups large and small. Built around an open air courtyard, the Guild Row campus features a teaching kitchen, a woodshop, a live fire cooking station, a members lounge with a full café and bar, a co-working space, a small library, and an ultra-flexible dynamic space perfect for gatherings and events of all kinds. Our facility boasts high volume spaces, industrial aesthetics and bespoke hand-hewn details. Each room at Guild Row has a unique personality drawn from its historic past and artisanal capacities. Private bookings include local control of temperature, sound & lighting systems, and overhead doors that connect each interior room to our exterior courtyard. Guild Row started when three people decided to build something together. Beginning in 2016, Mike Healy, Jim Lasko and Elyse Agnello met around Jim's kitchen table on Tuesday nights for nearly two years. They hosted local thinkers, tinkerers, bakers, bankers, entrepreneurs, and makers until they came to see the contours of a unique place where craft and concern for the social good coalesced. Guild Row was born at the intersection of their experience: a building, designed by daam, an architecture and design firm founded by Agnello; filled with programming curated by Lasko who made his name as the director of Chicago's renowned red moon theater, a company committed to wild, participatory spectacles; and woven thoughtfully into a dynamic neighborhood under the guidance of Healy, an award-winning urban planner regarded for his ability to distill complex problems to actionable steps.

• Spaces for 25-120 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Event Space

Sophisticated and eclectic, SOPHY® Hotel embodies the crafts and passions of art, science, literature, and music that are the inspiration of today’s Hyde Park. At the turn of every corner is an eclectic collection of art that celebrates community and the artists and artisans that create it. Our stunning restaurant, Mesler with our intimate Private Dining Room provides an inspiring setting for 50-75 guests. Begin the celebration with cocktails in our outdoor Sanctuary or in the bar and lounge area followed by vows and a reception in Mesler and our Private Dining Room. Our Opus Suite allows the curious visitor to delight in discoveries at every turn. This spacious suite offers a large living space, a private king bedroom, and a dining area ideal for an intimate gathering of your closest family and friends. 1411 East 53rd Street. 773.289.1003. sophyhotel.com.

• Spaces for 18-100 Guests
• 3 Restaurants
• 1 Outdoor
• 4 Total Spaces

While the location is new, Eden is still focused on the same approach of using garden-fresh, seasonal ingredients from our upgraded on-site greenhouse and local farms. We have also expanded our menu to include breakfast and lunch options to provide convenient and delicious options throughout the day. Eden is ever-evolving, with a menu that embraces seasonal flavors that cultivate inside our on-site greenhouse or sourced locally from farmers and purveyors. With Partner & Chief Culinary Officer Devon Quinn at the helm, private dining available, market items & home goods, and a bar with specialty crafted cocktails, eden is unlike any other restaurant in Chicago. Eden focuses on a minimal use of ingredients, with an approach based on restraint and subtraction. These ingredients are curated by the chefs on a daily and weekly basis through our own farming or local markets and farms. Utilizing our greenhouse, we grow plants and flowers that add beauty and robust, clean flavors. Being active in farmers’ markets and going to farms, the chefs are able to see, touch, and smell ingredients to select items of the highest quality. With few ingredients, what’s on the plate has to be great – there’s nothing to hide behind.

• Spaces for 20 Guests

Indigo & Violet Studio is a Chicago-based venue for craft workshops, parties, and events, focusing on unique and modern handmade projects taught in a relaxed studio environment. Our mission is to provide a creative outlet to both novice and experienced crafters. We work in a variety of mediums and no matter the project, our goal is for all guests to leave with a new sense of pride along with their beautifully hand-crafted piece. To help get the creative juices flowing, all events are BYOB. We are a unique and creative venue for celebrations like Baby Showers, Bridal Showers, Bachelorette Parties, Birthdays, and Team Activities. We also offer custom decorations - florals, signs, balloons, and more for all events and mini-craft projects as party favors or DIY projects for entertainment during the event. Our space can be transformed for many different types of events and themes - the exposed brick wall and natural light are a great backdrop. Inquire today if Indigo & Violet Studio sounds like a good fit for your event! ALL events feature an art project of some type - project types include floral crafts, wreaths, terrariums, watercolor, macrame and more.

• Spaces for 250-350 Guests

• Spaces for 75-120 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Mesler, a full-service Chicago restaurant, bar, and lounge is artfully composed with a contemporary library and an intimate Private Dining Room offering an inspiring setting for 50-75 guests. Begin the celebration with cocktails in our outdoor Sanctuary or in the bar and lounge area followed by vows and a reception in Mesler and our Private Dining Room. Designed to stimulate thoughtful conversation, the private dining room is ideal for petite weddings, brunches, showers, rehearsal dinners or engagement parties.

• Spaces for 16-40 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Meeting Space

Located in Chicago’s River North neighborhood, RPM Italian is modern in approach and Italian in spirit and features a contemporary, chef-driven menu with dishes meant to be shared. The sister restaurant to RPM Steak, RPM Italian marks the first collaboration between partners RJ, Jerrod and Molly Melman, celebrity couple Bill & Giuliana Rancic and acclaimed chef Doug Psaltis. RPM Italian offers private dining for any size group, whether an intimate party or a large celebration throughout the entire restaurant space. The private dining spaces at RPM Italian are chic and modern, set in tones of blacks, whites and grays. When you book your private event with RPM Italian, our Parties & Special Events team will be available to help guests create their own personalized private dining experience, paying attention to every detail from menu selection and design to wine pairings and floral arrangements.

• Spaces for 50-75 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Bar

Kuma’s Corner OG is a unique Chicago event venue located in the Avondale neighborhood at 2900 W Belmont Ave. Established in 2005, the original Kuma’s Corner is known for its legendary burgers, craft beer, heavy metal atmosphere and unmistakable Chicago personality. Available for private and semi-private events, Kuma’s Corner OG offers a memorable alternative to traditional Chicago event venues. The space is ideal for corporate events, company parties, rehearsal dinners, birthday parties, cocktail parties, private celebrations and group dining. Guests can enjoy customizable event menus featuring Kuma’s favorites, including signature sliders, burgers, mac & cheese, appetizers, salads and more. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options are available, along with beer, wine, cocktails and full bar packages. Our fully enclosed, climate-controlled patio provides a private event space with the energy and character that have made Kuma’s a Chicago institution. A/V capabilities and complimentary Wi-Fi are also available for corporate events, presentations and private gatherings. Lisa, Director of Catering & Private Events, works directly with clients to customize food, beverage and service options and create a seamless event from start to finish. For corporate events, private parties, rehearsal dinners and unique celebrations in Chicago, Kuma’s Corner OG delivers bold food, a laid-back atmosphere and an event experience that is anything but ordinary. Chicago Food. Kuma’s Attitude. Your Event. For private event information, contact Catering@KumasCorner.com