Top Elgin Venues

• Spaces for 45-412 Guests
• 3 Bars
• 1 Rooftop
• 5 Total Spaces

Experience the ideal hub for professionals eager to elevate their meetings and collaborations. At 1 East Wacker, one of Chicago's tallest downtown skyscrapers, 1 Events is just steps away from the Chicago Riverwalk and Millennium Park, right in the heart of Chicago. Our state-of-the-art conference rooms and stunning event hall feature cutting-edge technology, modern interiors, and customizable layouts to improve your productivity, spark creativity, foster innovation, and allow you to celebrate in style.

• Spaces for 150-300 Guests

Located in the heart of Chicago's Mag Mile, step into a world of refined elegance at The 101 Chicago. Our exclusive event spaces, spanning three distinct restaurants and private dining rooms, include a ground floor bar and covered patio, rooftop with skyline views, private dining room and lounge on the 20th floor and corporate meeting rooms on the 19th floor. These unique and beautifully designed spaces, as well as our exquisite culinary program and exceptional service, set the stage for unforgettable events. Consider The 101 for your next bridal shower, rehearsal dinner, rooftop bachelorette party, farewell brunch, corporate luncheon, holiday party, business meeting, team gathering or celebration, we have the perfect space to accommodate you and your guests.

• Spaces for 60-100 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

The Marq offers an ever-evolving, globally inspired menu of seasonal fare. We provide our guests a delicious, upscale, and easily approachable experience paired with our handcrafted cocktails, moderately craft focused beer list and dynamic wine list. Located in the heart of The Chicago Loop and steps away from CIBC Theatre, James M. Nederlander Theatre, Cadillac Palace Theatre, Goodman Theatre, The Chicago Theatre, Auditorium Theatre, The Art Institute of Chicago and of course Sears Tower (Willis Tower).

• Spaces for 12-500 Guests
• 5 Restaurants

Katana, Chicago’s newest Japanese Steakhouse in River North will be your next essential hot spot. With 3 star reviews from Chicago Tribune and an energetic, seductive atmosphere, guests will indulge in a dynamic dining experience curated by the acclaimed Chef Masa. Given Katana’s premium, exquisite cuisine and sexy ambiance, it’s no wonder we’re the destination for celebrities, locals, and tourists alike.

• Spaces for 150 Guests

From and intimate luncheon, to a full private buyout, SPACE 519 | The Lunchroom can produce a variety of events curated to your exact needs. The Lunchroom features a vegetable-forward, California-inspired menu centered on globally-influenced entrees including soups, salads, sandwiches, fish tacos, grain bowls and other lunch and brunch dishes. With a focus on locally-sourced ingredients, the menu features classic dishes with a twist. The Lunchroom’s design aesthetic reflects the same attention to details as the artfully-curated menu. The space is light and airy with windows and alcoves featuring potted plants and walls draped in sister parish wall covers. A custom scalloped green leather banquet and natural maple wood accents lend a layer of warmth throughout the room. After or during your event, guests are welcome to shop SPACE 519 which offers a curated assortment of hard-to-find items across a broad range of categories, including women’s apparel and accessories.

• Spaces for 80-800 Guests
• 3 Museums
• 3 Landmarks

The Chicago Cultural Center, amongst the ornate decor of marble, polished brass, fine hardwoods, and colorful mosaics holds a rich history of the Windy City. Initially built as the first central public library of Chicago, this building has become one of the most visited attractions in the city. Home to not one, but two spectacular crystal domes, this building will serve as a decadent background to any private event or wedding. Close to numerous hotels, shopping and across the street from Millennium Park, The Chicago Cultural Center is convenient for those traveling near and far.

• 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 150 Guests
• 2 Restaurants

Bar Cargo is a roman-style pizza bar that brings an authentic taste of Italy to the heart of River North. The pizzas are created using a unique custom blend of imported flours, shipped overseas from Rome on cargo containers, which have been incorporated into the fun, industrial design of the restaurant. Bar Cargo hosts special events that guests won't soon forget. Whether you're planning a small gathering for your closest friends or looking to entertain a large group, Bar Cargo will provide you with an amazing dining experience, and will customize their services to fit your needs. Bar Cargo offers pizza from World Pizza Champion Massimo Moresi with great craft cocktails and beers in a fun and casual enviornment. Bar Cargo is the perfect spot to host special occasions from birthdays to corporate happy hours and everything in between. The venue is available for full or partial buy outs from 12 to over 150 guests. Bar Cargo boasts an outdoor beer garden as well, perfect for a summer soiree.

• Spaces for 18-120 Guests
• 5 Hotels
• 5 Ballrooms

Discover downtown Chicago at Aloft Chicago Mag Mile hotel. Centrally located near the Magnificent Mile, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Navy Pier, the Riverfront, your windy city escape awaits at our modern hotel. Built on the former site of the city's Museum of Contemporary Art, Aloft Chicago Mag Mile embraces a bold new philosophy where we encourage you to color outside the lines and march to your own beat. With artfully designed hotel rooms and suites featuring minimalist décor, oversized TVs, free Wi-Fi and premium bath products, and meeting rooms featuring natural light and fully equipped audio visual, this LEED Certified hotel can facilitate everything you need. Take a Virtual Tour: https://visitingmedia.com/tt8/?ttid=aloft-chicago-mag-mile#/360?group=0&tour=0

Three floors. Five Rooms. Any type of party. Our private or semi-private spaces are where birthdays turn into long, loud dinners. A place to eat like a King (because we have one of those) and drink like you’ve got nowhere to be in the morning. A space to pour another glass, cut into a gigantic porterhouse, and celebrate something or nothing at all. And we’ve got five of them. From 16-seat private dining rooms to whopping 500 guest events we have versatile spaces to make your next event memorable. Think dry-aged steaks, incredible food, world-renowned drinks, friendly service, and a come-as-you-are mentality. Quiet celebrations or a big, boisterous bash; anything goes.

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

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

Paladin Real Estate Investment helps television and film, immersive event and live music producers by providing a one of a kind venue experience that will leave a positive impression upon all of the customers/patrons/artists, executives, staff and performers! We work hard to make everyones experience seemless, productive and memorable.

With a name coined from the frothy head of a draft beer, plus the quarters that are usually pumped into them to play, Headquarters Beercade (arcade bar) lines the space with 70+ vintage arcade games and pinball machines that appeals to those looking for an alternative to the monotonous. Open 365 nights a year, HQ offers cleverly crafted cocktails, an extensive list of craft brews, and imaginative fare within an industrial space powered by Machine Hospitality Group. Head back in time to play fan favorite arcade games such as Donkey Kong, NBA Jam, Rampage, Teenage Mutant Turtles, NFL Blitz, and Frogger–among many others.

Chef José Andrés reimagines the traditional American coffee shop and café with a touch of the distinctive Spanish flavor that he is known for in his new restaurant, Café by the River. A café in Spain is much more than just a location where one may purchase a cup of coffee. It is a focal point for engaging in conversation, generating new ideas, and, of course, indulging in some gastronomic pleasure. Café by the River brings that mentality into the current day by mixing the tastes and warmth of Spanish cafés with the convenience of an American coffee shop. The café is located on the banks of the river that runs through the city. The café is located on the river walk level of the towering Bank of America Building, which is 55 stories tall. It serves office employees throughout the day, giving them with fuel and a side of Chicago River views. Café by the River provides something for everyone as Chicagoans head back to the workplace. Online ordering is accessible for those who want a quick morning caffeine kick, and the dining area is bright, open, and sprinkled with greenery for those who'd want to linger over lunch with friends. The Café by the River has a comprehensive selection of both coffee and tea. The cuisine options, which include breakfast served all day, sandwiches, salads, and pastries, all have a Spanish feel to them (a breakfast sandwich on Pan de Cristal bread, grilled cheese made with four Spanish cheeses, and the signature xuixo, a crispy fried cream-filled pastry rolled in sugar). Meetings and coffee breaks may be elevated to a higher level than the standard boxed lunches served in conference rooms by utilizing to-go and catering packages. The service at the café is usually courteous and swift, but it is never rushed. This ensures that office employees don't have to go too far away from their desks in order to indulge in a delectable meal or snack. In the course of the day, Café By The River provides the occupants of the Bank of America Tower as well as the inhabitants of Chicago with delectable cuisine and beverages that are refreshing. The area undergoes a complete makeover in the evening, transforming into an impressive venue that is perfect for organizing private gatherings. Our staff is available to collaborate with you in the organization of gatherings of varying sizes and themes.

• Spaces for 140-916 Guests
• 3 Hotels
• 3 Ballrooms

See all the Windy City has to offer at The Westin Chicago River North located right on the Chicago River. With 30,000-square-feet of both simple and ornately designed indoor/outdoor venue space, any event hosted at at this hotel will be sure to dazzle any guest. Their dedicated staff is willing to help with all details of your event from decor to catering and everything in between. Perfect for large wedding receptions and intimate ceremonies or exciting birthday celebrations, The Westin Chicago River North is exactly what you are looking for.

• Spaces for 48-120 Guests
• 4 Hotels
• 4 Ballrooms
• 1 Outdoor

At the intersection of Art & Science is Hotel EMC2. Their two event spaces include Emmy Noether and Symmetry. Noether, a German mathematician and professor in the early 1900’s, laid the groundwork for Albert Einstein’s general theory of relativity. Symmetry, the guiding principle behind Noether’s Theorem, provides direction for conservation theory in physics, math, the arts, and nature.