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  Ranalli's

  1925 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60614, USA

  • Spaces for 215-400 Guests
  • 1 Restaurant

  For groups of 15 to 385 people, Ranalli's offers private and semi-private spaces for events. A large sidewalk patio and a private rear room with a full bar are just a few of the amenities available for your occasion. Are you looking for a private area to host a larger gathering? Inquire about purchasing the entire venue! BACK ROOM The private Back Room can seat up to 50 people seated or 65 people standing for a cocktail-style gathering. A full private bar, high top banquette seating, flexible low top seating options, 8 TVs, private A/V options, private toilets, and a full wall of windows looking out onto our courtyard are all available in this space. KING'S TABLE The King's Table has seating for up to 12 people or cocktail space for up to 15. It has two tap handles with your choice of draft beers and five TVs. For gatherings of up to 25, adjacent table space along the windows can be added on. MAIN BAR Our Main Bar has a full private bar, a mix of scattered bar height tables and low seating, 12 TVs, and private facilities that can accommodate up to 125 guests for a cocktail-style gathering. PATIO Our outside terrace can seat groups of 12 to 170 people. It's the ideal outdoor location to host your next celebration, with heaters, shade umbrellas, flower boxes, lights, and a pergola! For the best of all worlds, inquire about adding a few reserved outdoor tables in conjunction with an interior space.

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  Theatre at Meiley-Swallow

  31 N Ellsworth St, Naperville, IL 60540, USA

  • Spaces for 229-240 Guests
  • 1 Theater
  • 1 Historic Space

  The Theatre at Meiley-Swallow Hall occupies a 2007-renovated historic building at 31 South Ellsworth Street in Naperville, Illinois — a former church that North Central College transformed into an intimate performing arts venue. The theatre's thrust stage configuration seats 229 guests across the main floor and balcony, creating an up-close atmosphere well suited to musical productions, plays, speaker events, panel discussions, and private ceremonies. The space is air-conditioned and fully accessible, and comes equipped with a data projector and video screen, a green room, dressing rooms, and a lobby that can serve as a reception area before or after events. The building is named in honor of Judy G. Meiley Swallow Stevenson, an entrepreneur, North Central College life trustee, and generous benefactor to the college. The Theatre at Meiley-Swallow Hall hosts North Central College's theatre department productions as well as community artists and groups, and is available for rental through North Central College Conference Services.

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  Wilder Mansion

  211 S Prospect Ave, Elmhurst, IL 60126, USA

  • Spaces for 200 Guests

  It is with great pleasure that the Elmhurst Park District learns that you are considering Wilder Mansion for your special event. We are conveniently located just 18 miles from downtown Chicago, and our fully restored 1868 venue is the ideal location for your gathering or special occasion. Our staff will be happy to assist you with all of your arrangements. As of December 2008, Wilder Mansion has hosted a variety of events including weddings, receptions, corporate functions, meetings and conferences. It has also hosted rehearsal dinners, holiday parties and banquets as well as brunches. The possibilities are endless, and an exclusive list of pre-approved caterers is available to assist you in elevating your event to the next level of sophistication. Start planning your event or scheduling a visit as soon as possible. You can reach us by phone at (630) 993-8186 or by email. Wilder Park was established in 1921 on land that had previously been carefully tended and landscaped by some of Elmhurst's most prominent families before being purchased by the Park District in 1921. Wilder Park's development as a garden spot began in 1868, when Seth Wadhams purchased a treeless farm known as "Burnhams Lot" and built a home he named "White Birch." The park's development as a garden spot began in 1868. Prior to the Elmurst Park District purchasing the estate, the home had also belonged to the King and Wilder families, among others. More information can be found on the Wilder Mansion History page.

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  Lincoln Way Inn

  409 N State St, Franklin Grove, IL 61031, USA

  • Spaces for 150 Guests

  Lincoln Way Stay is a destination property set on 110 acres of prairie, wetlands, and apple orchard in Franklin Grove, Illinois, 80 miles west of Chicago and three miles from the Nature Conservancy's Nachusa Grasslands. The 1912 main house was opened to guests in 2015 and reimagined in 2024 as a fully private retreat centered on the Carriage House Loft and King Suite — a stand-alone building offering a private entrance, heated indoor parking, a full kitchen, a spacious living room, and a king suite with an electric fireplace and Jacuzzi tub. The grounds reflect the owners' deep connection to the natural landscape: a certified National Wildlife Federation Wildlife Habitat water garden with a koi pond, fountain, and flowing creek sits just outside the Carriage House alongside a yoga lawn, fireside pagoda, cedar sauna, and outdoor fireplace. The property has hosted weddings, intimate gatherings, and private celebrations in these outdoor spaces, drawing couples and groups who value seclusion, natural beauty, and a countryside setting that is rare this close to Chicago.

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  Public Landing Banquets

  200 W 8th St, Lockport, IL 60441, USA

  • Spaces for 50-150 Guests
  • 2 Historic Spaces
  • 1 Meeting Space
  • 1 Loft

  Public Landing Banquets occupies a historic setting inside the Gaylord Building in downtown Lockport, Illinois — a limestone structure with exposed brick walls, wooden beam ceilings, and a connection to the Illinois & Michigan Canal corridor that gives the property genuine architectural character. The venue's event floor, operated as The Loft at Public Landing, offers three distinct spaces. The Loft is the main room, accommodating 50 to 160 guests for weddings, large banquets, and celebrations, with balcony access overlooking the Riverwalk and Lincoln Landing. The Board Room and The State Room each host up to 50 guests, suited to showers, corporate meetings, and intimate gatherings. All three spaces include white linen table cloths, black napkins, black chiavari chairs, glassware, and silverware in the rental. The building is fully wheelchair accessible, with dedicated handicap parking and elevator access to all event floors. In-house catering and bar service are provided, and the venue accommodates outside vendors including DJs, bands, florists, photographers, and bakers.

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  The Barn at Hornbaker Gardens

  22937 County Rd 1140 N, Princeton, IL 61356, USA

  • Spaces for 350 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 1 Barn
  • 2 Total Spaces

  The Barn at Hornbaker Gardens is a four-season event venue built in 2015 on the grounds of Hornbaker Gardens, a destination garden center and botanical property that has grown over 40 acres since its founding in 1987. Set in Princeton, Illinois, the property surrounds the Barn with mature botanical gardens, an arboretum, a native Illinois prairie, and manicured meadows — giving couples and their guests an expansive natural backdrop at every turn. The centerpiece is the 7,000-square-foot Great Room, which welcomes up to 350 guests for ceremonies and receptions. Three custom chandeliers hang from a vaulted wood ceiling, while grand windows frame views of the gardens. The Barn is climate-controlled year-round, and two private wedding suites give the wedding party a dedicated space to prepare. A large covered patio serves as a natural cocktail hour setting, and an outdoor patio with a fire pit extends the evening under the stars. The venue carries its own liquor license and works with a list of approved caterers. An on-site catering kitchen with commercial equipment supports food service operations throughout the property.

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  Harpole's Heartland Lodge

  10236 393rd St, Nebo, IL 62355, USA

  • Spaces for 16-300 Guests
  • 2 Meeting Spaces
  • 2 Ranches

  Harpole's Heartland Lodge is a luxury hunting and vacation resort set on rolling bluffs above the Mississippi River in Nebo, Illinois, roughly 80 miles northeast of St. Louis. Spanning multiple lodges and private cabins, the property accommodates groups ranging from a couple's getaway to gatherings of up to 75 guests for corporate retreats and private events — and can host larger gatherings of up to 600 for select events. Three full lodges — Sunset Valley Lodge, Prairie Ridge Lodge, and The Original Lodge — each offer distinct accommodations, from river-view suites and private whirlpools to fireplaces and canopy beds. Private cabins with 15-foot vaulted ceilings, hot tubs, and wooded seclusion round out the lodging options. A fully equipped conference facility accommodates up to 100 guests, with a separate boardroom for smaller gatherings, LED projector, copy machines, whiteboards, and dual Wi-Fi connections. Beyond meetings, Heartland Lodge offers team-building activities across 700+ acres — ATV and UTV trail riding, sporting clays, paintball, fishing, hunting packages, hayrides along the Mississippi River bluffs, and bonfires. Gourmet home-cooked meals prepared by the lodge's culinary team are served family-style for groups.

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  Hilton Chicago/Oak Lawn

  9333 S Cicero Ave, Oak Lawn, IL 60453, USA

  • Spaces for 550-1,000 Guests
  • 1 Hotel
  • 1 Ballroom

  Our motel is located near Advocate Christ Medical Center and Chicago Ridge Mall, at the crossroads of Route 50 and Highway 20. We're a mile from the Oak Lawn Metro station, which connects directly to Chicago, and 15 minutes from Chicago Midway Airport. Our exercise facility, indoor pool, and free parking are just a few of the perks. Our hotel, which is close to the airport, includes a wedding planner and a honeymoon suite in all of its packages. Menus can also be altered. For your ceremony and reception, we provide lighting, design, and seating options. From simple ceremonies to huge ballroom feasts, plan your perfect wedding with the help of your personal wedding specialist. We offer fully customized wedding packages, cuisine, and accommodations for your guests. SouthSide Social Neighborhood Kitchen & Tap serves award-winning cuisine every day, as well as daily Happy Hour discounts. Stop by the Bean in our lobby for Starbucks® coffee, espresso, and artisan cocktails. South Siders have gathered with their friends and neighbors to catch up for generations at parks such as Mt. Greenwood Park, Kennedy Park, Lawn Manor, and Circle Park. All of these people come together at SouthSide Social to unwind, watch the game, appreciate our Chef's creative interpretations on classic South Side meals, sample locally brewed beers, sip superb wine, and enjoy expertly created cocktails in an upmarket yet casual setting. Book ten or more rooms over the internet at the same time to stay together. We've put together a list of resources to help you prepare your event, including checklists, RFP forms, and draft communication plans, among other things. Make your own attendee webpage or have the hotel make one for you. Your event dates, the 7-letter hotel code, and your group's special pricing code are all included in your room block booking confirmation email.

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  Jefferson Tap & Grille

  325 N Jefferson St, Chicago, IL 60661, USA

  • Spaces for 56-114 Guests
  • 1 Restaurant

  Jefferson Tap offers a great private event area that can be personalized for any event or occasion, whether it's a conference, a baby shower, or a birthday. Since 2002, we've been tucked away in Chicago's Fulton River District area, making us the ideal setting for a drink with friends, a romantic late-night supper for two, or a full-fledged party with all the trimmings. Enjoy daily specials, weekly specials, a seasonal menu, a dog-friendly terrace, and two full bars to keep your spirits high. The Loft at Jefferson Tap is on the second floor of the building and has a west-facing view of Jefferson Street. The Loft comfortably seats 56 people and has a maximum capacity of 114. There are six televisions in the Loft, as well as a drop-down projector that works with both Mac and PC. The space is equipped with full A/V and a microphone, which makes it ideal for both personal and professional events and can be adapted to fit any floor plan or design. We’re happy to discuss how you can make this space your own for your next event. Jefferson Tap would not be here to host your forthcoming special occasions if it weren't for the support of our friends and family, as well as our regulars who we consider family. We appreciate your patronage, support, and devotion, and we look forward to better days ahead. We appreciate you from the bottom of our hearts for your continuing support, and we hope to see you at The Tap!

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  City Cruises Chicago

  Navy Pier, 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA

  • Spaces for 150-749 Guests
  • 4 Boats

  On Chicago's Lake Michigan or Chicago River, our all-inclusive events combine an intriguing venue, delectable eating, and incredible entertainment to create an unforgettable experience. Allow our in-house professionals to assist you every step of the way as you plan a one-of-a-kind event for you and your group. Weddings On the lake, say "I do." Your marriage and vows will have a backdrop befitting of your moment with customisable ceremony and reception settings. Allow our skilled wedding planners to handle the details so you can focus on enjoying your special day. Social Are you planning a get-together with your closest friends and family? We have the ideal location for you! Our dedicated onboard personnel is here to ensure that your special day runs smoothly, whether it's a milestone birthday or anniversary. Corporate Come aboard and get away from your work! Your team has the right environment to get together to celebrate, create, and learn, whether you're having a team–building event, corporate happy hour, or anything in between. The Odyssey Lake Michigan is a four-level dining vessel with three climate-controlled dining decks on the inside and two viewing decks on the outside. Plated meals are available onboard, as well as onboard entertainment and elegant touches throughout the yacht. The Odyssey Chicago River is a glass-enclosed, single-level, climate-controlled dining ship that cruises the Chicago River. Elegant plated eating is available onboard, along with architectural narration and up-close views of Chicago's renowned architecture. The Spirit of Chicago is a four-story dining ship with three climate-controlled dining decks and two observation decks on the outside. Buffet-style food, onboard DJ entertainment, and interactive activities are available throughout the vessel. The newly remodeled Chicago Elite is ideal for any event of up to 150 guests, with two completely covered, climate-controlled decks and an open-air skydeck affording panoramic views of Chicago's spectacular skyline.

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  Anderson Mansion Museum

  920 W Breckenridge St, Carlinville, IL 62626, USA

  • Spaces for 40-200 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 2 Historic Spaces
  • 1 Meeting Space

  The Anderson Mansion Museum is a historic house museum and event venue operated by the Macoupin County Historical Society, located at 920 Breckenridge Street in Carlinville, Illinois. The mansion was built in 1883 and expanded in 1892 to its current three-story, thirteen-room form, blending Italianate, Queen Anne, and Stick Style architecture. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1992 and has been maintained by the historical society since 1973. The museum campus extends well beyond the mansion itself, encompassing a rural church, one-room schoolhouse, blacksmith shop, granary, general store, and a range of other period structures — creating a living history complex that reflects Macoupin County's agricultural and small-town heritage. For private events, the society offers rental of the Ruyle Genealogy Building's meeting room, which accommodates up to 100 guests, and the Rural Church and Grounds, available for weddings of up to 40 guests. The grounds are also available for photography sessions at the Anderson Home and the one-room schoolhouse.

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  The Westin Chicago Northwest

  400 Park Blvd, Itasca, IL 60143, USA

  Our Itasca hotel has about 45,000 square feet of event space, so there's something for everyone. Our hotel is ideally located near O'Hare International Airport and within driving distance of downtown Chicago, making it ideal for meetings, seminars, and other special events. Corporate Host a company-wide gathering in our adaptable ballroom, which can accommodate up to 1,100 people. In our adaptable spaces, challenge your team with brainstorming events and training sessions. Celebrate a successful year with an event in the Pavilion including creative food prepared by our catering staff. With state-of-the-art A/V equipment and experienced tech assistance, you can make the most of your meeting. Wireless high-speed Internet access is available in all of our event venues, allowing you to stay focused and connected. Weddings Host an open-air wedding ceremony in the Lakeside Pavilion, followed by a reception. We specialize in NW Chicago weddings, including tiny weddings that we can webcast for you. Ethnic weddings are popular in Northwest Chicago, and we're well-versed in a variety of customs. Allow our culinary team to create a delicious dining experience for your guests. At 400 Park Bistro, catch up with relatives and friends over pre-wedding beverages. Dream weddings aren't spontaneous; they're well planned. Marriott Certified Wedding Planners have been specially trained to assist you. Each Marriott Certified Wedding Planner has completed rigorous courses and is certified to plan weddings of all types, including ethnic and military weddings. Marriott Certified Wedding Planners can assist you in determining an overarching vision for your wedding and executing each detail based on experience, training, tradition, and old-fashioned intuition. Setting an event budget, selecting a cuisine, planning table settings, and securing florists, photographers, a band, and other entertainment for the big day are all part of the process.

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  Black & Caspian

  2908 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60657, USA

  Black & Caspian is one of the most popular wine bars in Lakeview East Chicago, and it's easy to see why. In our modern Mediterranean restaurant and wine bar, we provide authentic cuisine that are influenced by both classic and oriental flavors. Our stylish Mediterranean wine restaurant, which offers both indoor and outdoor dining, is well-known in the community for its exceptional service. In addition to providing visually appealing culinary experiences, we are also recognized for preparing meals that are both excellent and highly remembered. Our wine inventory is brimming with excellent foreign options - wine and appropriate meal pairings are a thing of the past! Using only the freshest, locally grown produce combined with farm-raised and fresh seafood, we at Black & Caspian are dedicated to creating the best quality cuisine available anywhere in the world. Our trademark wine bar provides a wide range of exotic wines from across the world. Running a thriving wine bar and restaurant is a labor of love for us. We have a concept that revolves on food and wine, but it is also centered on the people on our team, our goal, our vision, and the hundreds of decisions we make each day that have an impact on those around us. Making tasty and high-quality food while also giving back to our community and the environment is something we believe in.

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  Loft 644

  644 N Orleans St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

  Loft 644 is located in the heart of River North. When planning an event, loft 644 is the place for you!

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  22Thirty9

  2239 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60616, USA

  • Spaces for 250 Guests

  22Thirty9 is a 2,200-square-foot private event loft situated above Pressure Point Recording Studio, part of the Bassline Music Complex on historic Record Row in Chicago's South Loop. The space is acoustically tuned and fully wired for presentations, live performances, and recorded entertainment, reflecting the building's deep roots in Chicago's music culture. The loft features floor-to-ceiling atrium windows, exposed brick walls, and high ceilings alongside a full-service bar and lounge area. Built-in A/V systems, in-house A/V specialists, and an experienced hospitality team are available for events. The venue sits steps from McCormick Place and Wintrust Arena, with convenient access to major roadways throughout the city.

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  Bordeaux Lounge by Turquoise

  2147 W Roscoe St, Chicago, IL 60618, USA

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  Kendall County Fairgrounds

  10826 IL-71, Yorkville, IL 60560, USA

  • Spaces for 550 Guests

  The Kendall County Fairgrounds in Yorkville, Illinois is home to The Venue at KCF, a private event space offering three distinct settings for weddings, celebrations, and private gatherings. The fairgrounds themselves carry more than 180 years of community history — originally established in the 1840s and revived by dedicated volunteers in 1993 — and that heritage is woven into the character of the grounds. The Venue at KCF operates three spaces: The Hall, a large drape-and-string-light barn-style interior suited for seated receptions and banquets; The Gallery, housed in a landscaped building with a welcoming entrance; and The Pavilion, an open-air covered structure. Groups can rent individual spaces or take the full grounds, making it a flexible option for events of varying scales. The fairgrounds operate as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and are situated along Illinois Route 71, less than a mile west of Route 47.

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  Nineteenth Century Club

  178 Forest Ave, Oak Park, IL 60301, USA

  • Spaces for 275-410 Guests
  • 1 Country Club

  The Nineteenth Century Landmark Building is a great place to hold your next event. From weddings, galas, benefits, and cocktail receptions to corporate events, conferences, and meetings, the gorgeous historic structure offers a variety of alternatives for large and small gatherings. Two dining rooms and a lounge are available on our freshly refurbished and customized first level. The big south dining room, ideal for small to medium-sized events, provides the ideal setting for elegant parties and ceremonies, as well as corporate events, award banquets, and graduation parties. The north dining room, which is smaller, is ideal for small dinners and meetings. The stylish and comfortable furniture in our sophisticated lounge is ideal for cocktail parties, showers, and small gatherings. Our newly remodeled ballroom, which can accommodate over 275 guests, is ideal for weddings, banquets, receptions, fundraisers, ceremonies, and special events. Our large stage is ideal for bands and orchestras performing live music and events. Since its erection in 1928, the majestic Oak Park Landmark building of the Nineteenth Century Charitable Association has served our communities. It was designed by architect James L. Fyfe, and it is listed as a "Contributing Resource within the Frank Lloyd Wright-Prairie School of Architecture Historic District" in a recent Village of Oak Park document. Our mission has been to promote study and charity since 1891. We encourage social responsibility by giving philanthropic work, financial support to community not-for-profit groups, and college scholarships to Oak Park-River Forest high school graduates as part of our commitment to our 21st-century community. Through vibrant, multicultural programs that include music, art, literature, science, and the social sciences, we foster lifelong learning.

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  Decatur Club

  158 W Prairie Ave, Decatur, IL 62523, USA

  • Spaces for 250 Guests

  The Decatur Club is a private event venue and fine dining destination in downtown Decatur, Illinois, occupying a historic building at 158 West Prairie Ave. The club has long served the Decatur community as a setting for weddings, corporate functions, private parties, and wine dinners, pairing an elegant atmosphere with full-service hospitality. The venue offers multiple event spaces — from the Grand Ballroom, the club's flagship room for large receptions, to smaller rooms suited for intimate gatherings and business meetings, including the Mezzanine Dining Room, Carmen Room, ADM Club Room, Conference Room, President's Room, and Main Dining Room. Each space can be reserved individually or in combination to accommodate a range of group sizes. In-house catering is provided for all events, with an Executive Chef overseeing a broad menu that spans served dinners, buffets, and hors d'oeuvres. Bar service options include open bar, cash bar, and combination arrangements. A dedicated Wedding Coordinator works with clients from initial booking through event day.

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  Oakley Lindsay Center

  300 Civic Center Plaza, Quincy, IL 62301, USA

  • Spaces for 75-3,500 Guests
  • 1 Theater
  • 2 Event Spaces
  • 6 Total Spaces

  Oakley Lindsay Center is a performing arts and convention center complex in Quincy, Illinois, three blocks from the Mississippi Riverfront. Established in 1995, the multi-million dollar facility was built to serve the region as a destination for concerts, conventions, corporate gatherings, and private events of every scale. The center's signature space is McClain-Kent Hall, a 30,000-square-foot clear-span exhibition hall that accommodates up to 1,500 guests for banquets and up to 3,500 in theater-style configuration. The adjoining 500-seat theatre offers a thrust stage with professional technical infrastructure — orchestra pit, fly loft, dressing rooms, and a soundproof rehearsal room — making it well-suited for performances, award ceremonies, and large theatrical productions. The dramatic lobby, with its terrazzo floors and curved architecture, provides an elegant setting for receptions and cocktail hours. Smaller conference rooms — the Lindsay Room, Oakley Room, and Quincy Room — handle seminars, workshops, and breakout sessions for groups up to 125. The center provides event planning and coordination, in-house catering, full bar service, A/V and staging equipment, and a full-service concession area, with the Quincy Area Convention and Visitors Bureau offering additional complimentary planning support.

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