Top Countryside Venues

• Spaces for 220-250 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces

Katherine Legge Memorial Park's Lodge is surrounded by 52 acres of beautifully landscaped parks. It's a beautiful relic from a bygone period. The Lodge, built in 1927 and designed by R. Harold Zook, one of Chicago's most known domestic architects, emanates grace and elegance. It can accommodate a wide range of special events and occasions, from weddings and social celebrations to corporate meetings and retreats, and is as versatile as it is engaging. The first floor of the English-style structure is full of charm, with a large living room with a fireplace, piano, dining room, kitchen, alcove, and access to the lovely patios and grounds, which can be utilized for outdoor events. ​ The Lodge is an ideal location for weddings and receptions. A lovely dining room, living room, and alcove for seated meals and cocktail gatherings can be found on the first level. A ballroom on the second level is excellent for indoor wedding ceremonies and dancing. Outdoor weddings, receptions, cocktail hours, and photographs are all enhanced by the wedding arbor, patios, and gardens. The Lodge works with a variety of pre-approved special event partners, such as caterers, alcoholic beverage distributors, and a full-service tent rental company, to help you plan your big day. Showers, rehearsal dinners, birthday parties, anniversary parties, memorial services, cotillions, and other special events are all possible at the Lodge. An Event Manager, Assistant Manager, and Event Host staff manage the Lodge's events. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions. We can’t wait to work with you on your next event!

• Spaces for 55-75 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Are you looking for a fantastic location for your next party or corporate event? Perhaps you'd like to wow your friends and family with an elegant family-style supper in our private dining room. In Nabuki's new private event room, imagine your own quiet space where you may organize a casual buffet or a cocktail party with passing sushi platters. Our event organizer will be pleased to assist you in creating a custom menu for you and your guests from our dining menu. The space can accommodate up to 75 people standing for a cocktail party or up to 55 people seated for a more formal event. This room has its own private entrance and bar, as well as three LED flat screens that are ready for AV presentations. This unique private dining space has been constructed with events in mind and is equipped with its own sound and lighting system to create precisely the right mood for holiday parties, family celebrations, corporate gatherings, lunches, dinners, wine tastings, cocktail receptions, and group activities. Katherine Ingrassia Design designed the restaurant's interior, which features bamboo flooring and sculpted white walls that imitate water. You'll be met by a sophisticated environment and a glimpse of the black granite bar as soon as you walk in. Start there: the drink menu offers a wide range of specialized cocktails, as well as an exceptional wine selection that includes American and New World wines from Argentina, Chile, and New Zealand. Reach out today to coordinate your next event at Nabuki!

Do you need a venue for your upcoming party, corporate event, or community gathering? You're insured by RAC! The Freeark Gallery, our stunning outdoor Sculpture Garden, and the RAC FlexSpace may all be rented for events. Please note that our FlexSpace next door and the Freeark Gallery/Sculpture Garden are two different rentals with separate costs. Riverside Arts Center (RAC) has been delivering exhibitions, arts programs, and special events to Riverside, its neighboring suburbs, and the city of Chicago since 1993. The Riverside Art Center (RAC) is located in the center of Historic Riverside, Illinois. The Freeark Contemporary Art Gallery + Sculpture Garden, The FlexSpace, and a variety of studio spaces, including a renowned clay studio with a full range of electric, raku, and stoneware kilns, are all part of the complex. Riverside, Illinois, founded by Frederick Law Olmsted (the father of landscape architecture), is home to a vibrant community of artists, art teachers, and art enthusiasts. The Riverside Arts Center aspires to be the hub of modern art in Chicago's near west suburbs. The RAC promotes the importance of the arts in building community and amplifying varied perspectives, views, and backgrounds through exhibitions, education, artist studios, and public events. Every season (Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall), we offer in-person and online art programs and workshops for children and adults in mediums ranging from ceramics to oil painting, fused glass jewelry, and printmaking. Ready to talk about hosting your next event with us at Riverside Art Center? Call, email, or submit a contact form on our website today! We can’t wait to help make it amazing.

• Spaces for 28-36 Guests
• 2 Restaurants

Grill 89 is a contemporary American restaurant in Westmont, Illinois, established in 2016 as part of the Ditka Restaurant Group — a hospitality group that traces its origins to the original Ditka's steakhouse, which opened on Chicago's Magnificent Mile in 1997. Named in honor of Mike Ditka, the College and Professional Hall of Fame football player and iconic Chicago Bears head coach, the restaurant brings a legacy of elevated dining to the western suburbs. The kitchen focuses on fresh, responsibly sourced ingredients: jet-fresh fish, award-winning steaks and chops, and house-made soups and sauces round out a menu of contemporary American cuisine. The bar program complements the food with classic cocktails, seasonal craft creations, a curated wine list, and a selection of craft beers. For private events, Grill 89 offers two dedicated dining spaces — The Founder's Suite and The Captain's Corner — accommodating gatherings from intimate business meetings to special celebrations. The events team works with guests on custom menus, seating arrangements, and event logistics for brunch, lunch, dinner, and reception-style occasions.

• Spaces for 450-500 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Alpine Banquets is the ideal location for photographing those memorable moments. A gorgeous garden gazebo, as well as lush landscaping complemented by flowers and plants, provide scenic and excellent backdrops for your lasting memories. For an additional fee, ceremonies can be held in the gazebo area. Chair rentals can be rented or brought in for an extra fee. For a little price, ceremonies can also be held indoors. For more information, please contact us. Many individuals have hosted their festivities in the Ballroom, which is a wonderfully designed and attractive banquet venue. Elegant chandeliers, gleaming mirrors, a big hardwood dance floor, a high ceiling, rich brass, wood trims, and granite bars, as well as tables dressed and skirted as desired, all help you make the best option. Of course, Alpine Banquets has a separate bridal suite for each room, allowing you to have the solitude you desire during the day or evening of your celebration. Choose our warm and elegant Swiss Room with an outdoor gazebo view for smaller, more private occasions. Chandeliers, mirrors, a hardwood dance floor, and wood accents create a rich yet still inviting atmosphere. The Ballroom and the Swiss Room can be combined to hold a great event for up to 450 people. Throughout the wedding planning process, you will have the assistance of a wedding coordinator. They can help you with their knowledge and experience. Additionally, a wedding coordinator is always present at your event to ensure that everything is correctly set up and runs well. Alpine Banquets is noted for its superb cuisine, which includes a variety of plated and family-style selections. Our Chef can also create unique menus. On Sunday through Friday, outside catering is permitted.

• Spaces for 320 Guests

Carriage Greens Country Club has been welcoming celebrations to its 114-acre grounds in Darien, Illinois since 1968. Family-owned and operated by the Broderick family, the club has hosted more than 1,500 weddings over its 38-plus years in the banquet business — bringing private-club amenities and service to events at an accessible price point. The venue's two ballrooms, the Grand Ballroom and the Exclusive Ballroom, accommodate gatherings from 50 to 350 guests and connect to oversized outdoor decks overlooking an 18-hole championship golf course. Both rooms have been newly redecorated and each event includes the use of two bridal suites. All-inclusive packages cover the room, linens, bar service, plated or family-style dinner, and gratuity, with no surprise costs at the end of the evening. The 114-acre property also provides a scenic backdrop for photography throughout the grounds.

• Spaces for 145-1,000 Guests
• 3 Hotels
• 1 Ballroom
• 3 Total Spaces

In the picturesque neighborhood of Oak Brook, only minutes from the spectacular cityscape of downtown Chicago, is the Midwest's top golf resort and convention center, the Oak Brook Country Club. Stay in comfortable accommodations with views of the lush fairways of Willow Crest Golf Club, host an unforgettable wedding ceremony, indulge in farm-to-table cuisine at its finest, or unwind with a rejuvenating massage at the Monarch Spa - we have a variety of extraordinary experiences to set the stage for a memorable retreat. Additionally, our ideal location puts you within easy reach of major attractions and interesting things to do in and around the Windy City, with enormous shopping malls, world-class restaurants, and gorgeous museums all within minutes of our hotel. When you book your stay at the Hilton Chicago Oak Brook Hills, you will be able to work, play, rest, and celebrate in elegance. Comfort and contemporary amenities can be found in plenty in the remodeled guest rooms and suites, which provide outstanding views of our championship golf course. Allow the pleasant environment to extend a warm welcome as you enter inside and settle into this quaint Chicago suburb.

• Spaces for 13-660 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 6 Hotels
• 6 Total Spaces

The surrounding of beautiful architecture mixes well with the classic furnishing at The Drake Oak Brook. The lavish environment at The Drake Oak Brook is also accompanied with exquisite food/catering. The surrounding of beautiful architecture mixes well with the classic furnishing. When you book your next event at The Drake Oak Brook, you will work with our incredibly experienced staff that are available to help plan your next business meeting, Bar or Bat mitzvah, or convention. Multiple event spaces and ballrooms make it easy for The Drake Oak Brook to accommodate parties of all sizes. All of the indoor spaces have huge windows to allow natural sunlight to light up the room. If you're looking to host a more lively event at The Drake Oak Brook, there is a dance floor at the hotel that can be lit up with personalization, uplighting, projection lighting, or a logo. The Drake Oak Brook also has outdoor private event spaces that are available depending on the season for all types of private events. Choose The Drake Oak Brook for your next private event, and you will be impressed by the convenient location, beautiful surroundings, and incredible service you receive.

• Spaces for 250-1,500 Guests
• 2 Hotels
• 1 Ballroom
• 2 Total Spaces

An outstanding setting is required for the most important day. Walk down the aisle at our Midwest resort, where the exquisite and modern venues provide the ideal setting for unforgettable moments. Allow our professional staff and outstanding culinary team to create memorable moments for you and your guests, while the event manager assists you in planning your perfect wedding. Our golf resort in Oak Brook, IL is the ideal location for hosting unforgettable wedding ceremonies and receptions, thanks to flexible wedding packages that can be customized to meet your needs, special room rates for your guests, complimentary parking, and a convenient location near downtown Chicago. Our resort is the ideal choice for weddings in the heart of Chicago's western suburbs, with skilled wedding planners, an amazing culinary team, and dedicated staff members who leave no stone unturned in delivering memorable experiences for you and your guests. Whether it's the grand ballroom, which can accommodate up to 1,500 guests, the flexible event spaces, which can be configured to meet your specific needs, or the expansive outdoor tent overlooking our picturesque golf course, our Oak Brook resort is sure to have the ideal location for your special day.

• Spaces for 75-100 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Francesca's on 95th is an Italian trattoria in Oak Lawn, Illinois, part of the Scott Harris Hospitality family of restaurants. Opened in 2009, the restaurant draws on the rustic, earthy cuisine of Rome and the surrounding regions of Tuscany, Umbria, and Lazio — bringing the warmth of an authentic neighborhood trattoria to the South Suburbs. The restaurant hosts private and semi-private events for groups of up to 75 guests, with service styles ranging from family-style and plated dinners to appetizer receptions. In-house catering is available for both on-site and off-site events, and the team works directly with hosts to coordinate menus and room configurations.

• Spaces for 125-150 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Whether you're arranging a board meeting, a sales launch, a fundraiser, or a holiday party, M&S will deliver the same high-quality service, exquisite food, professionalism, and hospitality that you've come to expect from our restaurants. Choosing M&S for your meeting or social function alleviates the stress of preparation. Our salespeople will put their years of knowledge and efficiency to good use for you. We can assist you with everything from audio/visual equipment and presentation materials to flowers and cakes for your meeting or party. M&S Seafood Restaurant's flexible eating areas offer private and semi-private locations for large and small gatherings. Our customizable menu includes seafood, steak, and chicken, allowing you to create a menu that will please all of your guests. There are gluten-free and vegetarian alternatives. Our private and semi-private dining areas can accommodate your next business or social function, from cocktail receptions to full seated meals. When you host your next event with McCormick & Schmick's, you'll benefit from nearly 40 years of experience and expertise in event planning and execution. We work with you to build a menu that includes appetizers, seafood, steak, poultry, and pasta that will satisfy all of your guests. McCormick & Schmick's joined the Landry's, Inc. family in 2012, adding to the company's more than 400 locations nationally, which include restaurants, hotels, and entertainment centers. While the number of restaurants has risen, the initial aim of serving the freshest fish at a reasonable price in a friendly atmosphere with exceptional service has not changed. M&S is the iconic and successful corporation it is today because of its continuous emphasis on unfettered imagination and a respect for tradition.

• Spaces for 300 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Ravenswood Loft's intimate setting is designed to easily accommodate a variety of events, whether simple, functional, or elegant. Perfect for corporate entertainment, as a wedding venue, or for private celebrations, Ravenswood Loft's intimate setting is designed to easily accommodate a variety of events, whether simple, functional, or elegant. This 2,000 square foot private venue, formerly known as Lillstreet Loft, is ideally located in the center of Ravenswood. This intimate location is ideal for corporate meetings, social parties, and private celebrations. It is built to readily accommodate a range of events, whether they are simple and utilitarian or luxurious. Ravenswood Loft is a private event space that provides an intimate, art-inspired setting for a wide range of private events such as receptions, benefits, meetings, showers, weddings, Mitzvahs, and birthday parties for adults and children. The cost of an event ranges from $100 to $175 per hour. For more information, pricing, and availability, please contact us. We cherish our ability to provide wedding and event planners with versatile and cost-effective solutions. Ravenswood Loft event hosts have the option of self-catering, using one of our chosen caterers, or working with most caterers. Food should be prepared ahead of time. Plan your next encounter with us and go beyond your usual surroundings. Ravenswood Loft provides a creative atmosphere and a unique setting for small groups. Ravenswood Loft may host off-site meetings, rehearsals, meet-and-greets, workshops, and classes, among other things. The Ravenswood loft has a creative feel that is perfect for small-scale private performances. Ravenswood Loft is dedicated to our guests' health and safety, so you may provide similar assurances to YOUR visitors. Ravenswood Loft is taking reservations for upcoming events and complies with all State of Illinois and City of Chicago capacity and health and safety procedural standards. We are dedicated to creating a sanitary, clean, and safe environment for everyone.

• Spaces for 20-50 Guests
• 4 Restaurants
• 1 Meeting Space

Wildfire Oak Brook has been a destination for steakhouse dining in the western suburbs since 1998, anchored inside Oakbrook Center and drawing guests for hand-cut steaks, fresh seafood, signature sides, and an extensive wine program. The restaurant's warm, timeless atmosphere makes it equally suited to a celebratory dinner for two or a large private party. The restaurant offers four private dining rooms — the La Marca Wine Room, the Savoy Room, the Boardroom, and the Hilltop Room — accommodating groups from 20 to 50 guests. These spaces host rehearsal dinners, bridal showers, corporate meetings, birthday celebrations, and anniversary gatherings, each supported by curated event menus and the kitchen's full culinary range. Wildfire Oak Brook is part of the Lettuce Entertain You family of restaurants.

• Spaces for 250-400 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Are you looking for a place where you can enjoy a fantastic meal? Are you looking for catering choices that will please everyone's taste buds? How about a modern and exciting space in which to host your next event? We provide contemporary American food, a full sushi bar, handcrafted drinks, and more at Kona Grill. We can accommodate private parties ranging from a 20-person dinner to a 400-person cocktail reception. Kona Grill has a range of alternatives and unique spaces to offer groups for private, semi-private, or offsite events, including rehearsal dinners, weddings, business luncheons, pharmaceutical lectures, and networking happy hours. Menus for Catering and Private Dining can be found here. To schedule your event, give us a call at 833-KONA-001 or fill out the form found on the “Private Events” section of our website, and we'll get back to you as soon as possible. The Kona Grill restaurant in Oak Brook provides an unmatched dining experience. The creative restaurant concept combines sophisticated American food freshly produced in a scratch kitchen, award-winning sushi, and a modern bar. Even if you aren’t hosting an event, we hope you’ll come for lunch, dinner, or one of the best happy hours in Oak Brook! We're across the street from Dick's Sporting Goods on the south side of Butterfield Road, between the Oak Brook and Yorktown Center malls. In our open bar and patio area, we invite you to enjoy a designer cocktail, and be sure to check out our award-winning happy hour. We can’t wait to see you!

• Spaces for 50 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Antico Posto is a quaint Italian cafe and wine bar that serves traditional Italian fare. Chicken Meatballs with Arrabbiata Sauce, Hand-Stretched Brick Oven Pizzas, House-Made Gnocchi, and Baked Eggplant Parmesan are some of the restaurant's signature dishes. Antico Posto is the perfect venue for your next special occasion. Join us in the main dining room or in our private dining room for a more intimate experience. Are you having a get-together with friends and family at your house? Enjoy house-made favorites from the catering menu, which are available family-style or a la carte. Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants across the country offer a complimentary service that includes options for Parties, Group Dining, Catering, and Private Events. Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants was founded on June 10, 1971, as a result of Rich Melman's original ideas and Jerry A. Orzoff's financial skills. Orzoff, a wealthy realtor, was a close friend and mentor to Melman throughout his life. Melman and Orzoff continued to develop restaurant concepts together after the establishment of R.J. Grunts in 1971 until Orzoff's death in 1981. Melman developed a concept focused on the value of cooperation, sharing responsibilities and ideas, evolving and growing together, with a "culture of care" mindset that has been vital to the company since day one, thanks to his friendship with Orzoff. Lettuce is still a family-owned business that owns, operates, and licenses more than 60 brands and 130 restaurants in a dozen states, including Illinois, Minnesota, Maryland, Nevada, Virginia, Washington, D.C., Texas, and Florida. Lettuce looks forward to continuing to innovate and expand new locations, creating possibilities for our exceptional employees to flourish, from fast casual to Michelin-starred fine dining.

• Spaces for 320 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

If you want to make your event as memorable as the basketball all-star Michael Jordan, then why not host it in one of his fantastic restaurants? Michael Jordan's restaurants are located across the world. Michael Jordan's Restaurant in Oakbrook is an excellent choice for any occasion, whether it is a small business luncheon or a big social gathering. It is the dark woods environment that lends a sense of refinement and sophistication, which is complemented by the subtle hints to the basketball theme that inspired the restaurant's design. Your guests will be amused all night long thanks to the outside patio, which is great for drinks, and the abundance of black and white photographs of Michael Jordan. Families, personal events, and business meals — Michael Jordan's Steak House provides an unrivaled dining experience for all occasions and groups of all sizes. Reach out to our specialist private events team, who will make the process of preparing your special occasion appear simple and straightforward. It's your party, after all. You have the final say!

• Spaces for 130 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Our food shines like a polished brew kettle at Emmett's. Steaks, sandwiches, pastas, seafood, appetizers, and weekly specials are among our skillfully prepared American classics. Because beer enhances the pleasure of a meal, our chefs and brewers collaborate to bring taste to the table. It's happiness you can taste, whether it's finding the ideal beer pairing or incorporating beer into our delectable steak marinades and soups. The Founder's Room, located in lovely downtown Downers Grove, offers private dining space for up to 90 guests. The room can easily be divided into two smaller spaces, each holding up to 40 people. Andy Burns, Emmett's creator and founder, first became interested in the craft beer market while attending Marquette University. Andy worked as a carpenter's assistant in the heart of Milwaukee (Brew City) during the summers. He and his boss, Jim, would unload their work truck and crack open one of Jim's home brews after a long day's labor. Andy was smitten. He studied up and began brewing his own beer at home after visiting a local home brew business. Andy joined the Marine Corps after college and flew reconnaissance drones while his homebrew gear gathered dust. Andy saw the rise of craft beer while training on the west coast. He drank it down, amazed at the variety of beers and breweries along the coast. Craft beer was nearly non-existent back in Chicago, he realized. Andy spoke with craft brewery owners, sat in the front row at brewing seminars, and believed in his mission: to pioneer craft beer in the Chicagoland area. Andy and his team of brewers now produce world-class beer in Chicago's backyard. Locals brew for locals, neighbors help neighbors, and beer and food lovers meet just down the block to celebrate good times. Emmett's is now bottling its beer, so you can enjoy a six-pack of locally brewed beer at home.

• Spaces for 22-110 Guests
• 4 Restaurants

Ditka's Oakbrook Terrace is conveniently located on the northwest corner of Route 83 and 22nd Street, making it easy for you to get about. When it comes to hosting your next party and meeting your every demand, our private dining staff is excited to assist you. Starting with our complimentary valet services, you'll have a wonderful experience right from the start. Call us at 630.572.1670 to get started on your Ditka's journey right now. Ditka's Restaurants, like Da' Coach himself, are an all-American institution! Ditka's Steakhouse, located in Oakbrook Terrace, delivers impeccably aged USDA prime and choice Angus steaks from Linz Heritage, sustainable seafood that is flown in daily, and our signature dish, "Da" Pork Chop - a double-cut, bone-in Berkshire pork chop with a charred crust. On Saturdays and Sundays, Ditka's provides lunch, supper, and brunch. In addition to finely created cocktails and an award-winning wine list, each of our locations has a full bar. Relax and enjoy a unique eating experience in one of our intimate dining rooms, LED televisions for game day viewing in our lounges, and a variety of private dining rooms to meet your every requirement for a formal or informal dining occasion. Furthermore, our experienced and educated staff will guarantee that you have a luxury dining experience that will last a lifetime! Where the cuisine is All-American, the atmosphere is Hall of Fame, and the service is All-Pro at Ditka's Restaurants!

• Spaces for 100-150 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Every event you have with us is precious to us, and we are honored to be a part of bringing your next event to life as your silent partner in planning. Many people have committed some of their most treasured and meaningful moments to Parkers' Restaurant & Bar over the years. Our crew will make your event unique, whether it's a casual happy hour, an essential business luncheon, a Christmas party, or wedding-related events. The unique relationship between Parkers’ and the American farmer and fisherman means that every ingredient tells a story. We call it gourmet comfort at Parkers'; we provide delectable meals in a relaxed, unpretentious setting. You'll find the most enticing assortment of globally influenced food cooked with ingredients sourced from fresh American sources when you visit us for lunch or dinner. Parkers' is a full-service restaurant and bar that serves lunch, supper, and private gatherings. It is Zagat rated and has won Wine Spectator's Best of Award of Excellence three times. Parkers' is located on Highland Avenue at 31st Street, just south of I-88 in Downers Grove, a western suburb of Chicago, in a renovated New England-style freestanding building. The environment is easygoing and sophisticated, with a mosaic tiled open kitchen adjacent to a big 150-seat dining area. The intimate 50-seat bar and cocktail lounge with a stunning wood vaulted ceiling and nighttime live piano entertainment. We would be delighted to have you join us for your next event. Reach out today to coordinate with us! We look forward to hearing from you.

• Spaces for 270-1,050 Guests
• 3 Ballrooms

Please give us the honor of hosting your next event. Whether it's a wedding celebration, a business conference, or another special occasion, we can help. The Carlisle has over three decades of experience in effectively designing and executing a wide range of unique events. The Carlisle has set the bar for menu creativity and superb service, receiving numerous awards along the way. We are the top reception facility in the Chicagoland area, with over 25,000 square feet of freestanding space just 20 miles from downtown Chicago. Our freshly rebuilt facility will exceed your expectations, incorporating numerous modern aspects while still keeping The Carlisle's classic charm and grace. Weddings Let us be among the first to express our congratulations on your engagement. We look forward to assisting you with your special day's planning. Our knowledgeable staff is committed to making your stay at the Carlisle as pleasant as possible. Our dedicated wedding planners will ensure that your dreams come true. With over thirty years of experience, you can be confident that the memories of your wedding day will endure a lifetime. View images of our facility, including our unique ballrooms, in our Gallery. Then please take a moment to Contact Us for more information and to schedule a personal tour. Corporate We are centrally positioned in the western suburbs of Chicago, providing conference planners with unrivaled flexibility. Companies can benefit from the convenience of a conference facility that is only 20 miles from both downtown Chicago and Midway Airport, as well as 16 miles from O'Hare International Airport. From small breakfast meetings to multi-day conventions, The Carlisle can ensure that your business runs smoothly by providing complimentary wireless Internet access and the flexibility to handle any audio visual requirements your company may have. The Carlisle, which serves the Oak Brook trade region as well as the broader Chicagoland area, is unrivaled in terms of quality and client satisfaction.