Top Forest Park Venues

• Spaces for 200 Guests

The beautiful clubhouse at Oak Brook Bath and Tennis Club offers 3,500 square feet that are divided into different elegant spaces. Floor to ceiling windows allow for natural light in the room and views of the sunset in the evening. The clubhouse can be used for many events, the most popular being weddings. There are three ceremony sites, a reception area with bars, a bridal suite, four bathrooms, a large patio, and more. Just 30 minutes from Chicago, Oak Brook is a great place to host your next event. It is a convenient and easy to get to location and surrounded by many activities that are unique to the Windy City.

• Spaces for 400-1,500 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Our venue is not just a concert venue, it is a dynamic space that can host anything from a grand gala to a lavish wedding reception, a rock star mitzvah or a corporate reception. We can host groups of 10-1500! There are several spaces within the venue that can accommodate smaller receptions and corporate team building activities, as well as rehearsal dinners and cocktail receptions. All of our catering packages are created through Bub City, and we are happy to create a custom proposal for your group. Whether you prefer a seated family style dinner, or separate buffets for the adults and kids - we have got you covered. A few things to note: - Seating for up to 250 guests on the main floor - Options to split seating arrangements and areas to have adults on one level, and kids on the other level - State of the art sound & lighting at the concert venue - Personalized message on the Joe's Live Marquee at the entrance - Ability to run TV reels, slide shows, and videos on TV screens throughout the venue - 2 GoBo spots to display a customized logo - Customizable photo booth - "Big Reveal" opportunities - 2 green rooms on-site

• Spaces for 150 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

In the heart of Wicker Park, The Violet Hour serves handmade drinks. The James Beard Award-winning bar program provides a seasonally rotating cocktail list as well as an extensive collection of approachable and sought-after spirits, all of which are rooted in pre-prohibition era libations. The Violet Hour's outer facade displays an ever-changing mural with a discrete single entryway, while the three interior salons shine under clusters of candlelit tables and a spacious marble bar, making it an iconic destination for cocktail connoisseurs. Gather the team for a virtual cocktail class led by our award-winning bartending crew. We'll break down each component and offer our best-kept secrets on how to prepare the ideal drink while highlighting the history and origins of a few featured cocktails. We'll provide everyone with a complete cocktail kit, as well as a private Zoom link for your party. Let The Violet Hour's James Beard Award-winning mixologists conjure up the perfect libation for you, from trademark and bottled drinks to mixology demonstrations. Drinks created specifically for your event and delivered to your door. Fresh juice, premium spirits, house syrups, and bitters are used in the cocktails. The Violet Hour is widely regarded as the birthplace of Chicago's craft cocktail movement, as well as a breeding ground for some of the world's best bartenders. Private and semi-private groups can hold cocktail-style gatherings in our curtain draped, candlelight salons, which feature cocktails from our award-winning selection. The inside is decorated in a pre-prohibition manner with three distinct salons and a marble bar that runs the length of the room. Cornflower-blue walls, white crown molding, crystal chandeliers, and hardwood floors give the area an elegant speakeasy ambiance, making it a one-of-a-kind event venue.

• Spaces for 18-200 Guests
• 7 Restaurants
• 3 Bars
• 7 Event Spaces

Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse Rosemont boasts six private dining rooms & one semi-private area, accommodating intimate dinner parties of 12, up to 144 for a seated event and up to 200 people for a cocktail reception. The private dining rooms are adorned with beautiful hardwood floors, elegantly lit wine cellars, state-of-the-art audio visual equipment, gorgeous wood bars, a fireplace and private patio area. The restaurant is situated in the heart of Chicagoland’s bustling Rosemont area, a stone’s throw from the Donald E. Stephen’s Convention Center, The Allstate Arena and The Rosemont Theater. Gibsons Prime Angus Beef is featured along with fresh fish, classic cocktails, an extensive wine list and exceptional service. Private spaces are available for breakfast, lunch and dinner events.

• Spaces for 120-600 Guests
• 3 Event Spaces

Venue West is a chic, modern, industrial space. Located in the heart of the West Town, we offer over 12,00 square feet of customizable space that provide all the amenities and details needed to execute your perfect event. Venue West offers an extensive inventory of custom furniture, fully integrated audio and visual capabilities and in-house catering with a state-of-the-art on-site kitchen.

• Spaces for 100-4,000 Guests
• 3 Ballrooms
• 1 Rooftop
• 5 Total Spaces

As the largest hotel outside of downtown Chicago, Hyatt Regency O’Hare Chicago boasts 110,000 square feet of flexible event space and 1,095 modern guestrooms. With a striking 30,000-square-foot ballroom and 66 versatile meeting areas, this iconic venue is built to elevate gatherings of any size. The expansive, light-filled lobby serves as a central hub for connection, seamlessly flowing into three unique dining experiences. Guests enjoy immediate access to Rosemont’s vibrant entertainment district, where every season brings something new—from summer concerts beneath the stars to festive winter celebrations. It’s a neighborhood alive with energy, offering something for everyone, all year round.

• Spaces for 85 Guests

Chicago Empanada Mama is a vibrant and upscale, casual dining restaurant featuring Puerto Rican Cuisine. The warm ambiance with live plants and local art creates a welcoming space for special occasions. Their menu includes vegan and gluten-free options, alongside a full bar featuring rum and craft cocktails. Plan your next special occasion or event with Chicago Empanada Mama.

• Spaces for 70-450 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 2 Hotels
• 4 Total Spaces

Every event at the Hyatt Lodge Oak Brook Chicago is a momentous occasion to be remembered. Whether you are in charge of the most important gala event of the year for 1,000 guests, holding a private luncheon for VIPs, or commemorating a personal milestone, our award-winning facilities and knowledgeable team can assist you in making your event a resounding triumph. For the ideal background for those cherished moments, go no further than our event locations! In OakBrook, the Hyatt Lodge is surrounded by natural elements as well as rustic embellishments. With recently refurbished event rooms, the Hyatt Lodge is an excellent choice for hosting your next event or meeting. Including the Conference Center, there is 47,000 square feet of adaptable event space, which includes both indoor and outdoor venues, many of which have breathtaking views due to the use of floor-to-ceiling windows. The Hyatt Lodge Oak Brook Chicago is the perfect place to start your "happily ever after." Imagine yourself surrounded by the people you care about, experiencing the pleasure you so richly deserve at one of the most beautiful wedding venues in the Chicagoland area. Whether you are arranging a huge industrial conference or a small executive gathering, you will find that the Hyatt Lodge Oak Brook Chicago has everything you need for a successful meeting. Our Chicago conference center resort offers 47,000 square feet of modern event space, making it an excellent choice for business or social gatherings.

• Spaces for 30-800 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 5 Event Spaces

The Clubhouse is an upscale dining venue that is known for its fine American cuisine, elaborate wine & cocktail list, elegant environment and outstanding customer service. For the past 20 years The Clubhouse has been pleasing customers in the Chicagoland area. This venue is also the perfect place to have your next celebration, special event or corporate outing. In addition to the main restaurant there are multiple private dining options that accommodate anywhere from 5 – 800 guests. The private dining team will work with you every step of the way to make your event exceptional!

• Spaces for 250 Guests

• Spaces for 2,300-3,000 Guests
• 2 Hotels
• 2 Ballrooms

The Crowne Plaza O’Hare is the premier conference and meeting hotel located in the city center of Rosemont, just 1.5 miles from O’Hare International Airport and 15 miles from Downtown Chicago. More than 55,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space await your arrival, as do 28 breakout meeting rooms and a 23,500 square-foot ballroom, one of Chicago’s largest column-free facilities. Looking for entertainment? The Crowne Plaza Hotel Chicago O'Hare is located seconds from the MB Financial Park/Rosemont Entertainment District and the Fashion Outlets of Chicago which is home to numerous restaurants, bowling, a music venue, live entertainment, comedy club and more! Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering, a formal occasion or a full-scale convention, our experienced staff is ready to assist you with every detail and ensure a successful event. • 23,500 sq. ft. O’Hare International Ballroom • 28 meeting rooms, plus a tiered amphitheater with separate stage and production room • Complimentary 24-hour shuttle service to/from O’Hare International Airport • Located across the street from the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center • Multiple dining options, from fresh pizzas at Chicago Fire Oven, specialty beers at Visibility Bar, to quick snacks and “to-go” sandwiches from “On The Fly.” • Environmental Sustainability- low-E glass windows and 100% recycled construction/demolition metals are just some of the improvements we’ve made to reduce our collective carbon footprint.

• Spaces for 80-2,000 Guests
• 4 Hotels
• 4 Ballrooms
• 1 Theater

Drury Lane offers a variety of event spaces within the convenience of one location. Our theatre has a history of more than 2,000 productions, featuring over 500 internationally acclaimed celebrities, while our restaurant Lucille presents guests with fine dining before and after shows. Complete with multiple ballrooms and our bar, The Lounge, Drury Lane serves as an ideal venue for your next event or weekend plans.

• Spaces for 275-800 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Ballroom
• 2 Total Spaces

Rockwell on the River is located in an old manufacturing complex in the Avondale neighborhood in Chicago. This unique industrial building will feature over 16,000 square feet of the main event space totaling over 22,000 square feet including the outdoor and staging areas. The architectural details include high lofted double bow truss ceilings, skylights, exposed brick, timber construction, Black Locust end-grain flooring, Italian Masonry in the courtyard and riverfront, and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the North branch of the Chicago River. The river frontage will bring the indoors out with over 3,000 square feet of cocktail-worthy space. The amenities at Rockwell on the River include a 1,300 square foot catering kitchen, distinctive bars, tables and chairs, artfully designed washrooms, a convenient loading dock, and many details making the space exceptional. The location of this venue is also impressive: the Rockwell series of buildings will feature exciting developments including a distillery, a brewery, and a restaurant – all connected by a common cobblestone courtyard.

• Spaces for 500-700 Guests

Sal’s On Tap is a lively Chicago restaurant, sports bar, and event destination located in the heart of the Medical District near the United Center. We serve Chicago-inspired favorites, pizza, burgers, tacos, wings, fresh entrées, breakfast, craft cocktails, and more. With 12 TVs, space for large groups and private events, and a complimentary shuttle to and from United Center events, Sal’s On Tap is the perfect place to eat, drink, watch the game, celebrate, and experience Chicago hospitality.

• Spaces for 15-200 Guests
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 5 Historic Spaces
• 5 Total Spaces

The 12,000 square foot Cheney Mansion sits on 2.2 acres of beautiful land. Boasting an open field, a waterfall fountain, greenhouse, garden and woodland walkway, the land meshes sophisticated architecture and nature together perfectly. If you have always dreamed of having your wedding or special celebration in your very own mansion, the Cheney Mansion is here to make your dreams come true. The Cheney Mansion's on staff events team delivers flawlessly executed service, unparalleled hospitality and exquisite spaces to host your event in. The Cheney Mansion will ensure your next event is a memorable one. Cheney Mansion, reminiscent of a gracious English country home, was designed by Charles E. White, Jr. in 1913. The Cheney Mansion provides a unique locale for community events and programs. Cheney Mansion is a distinctive venue for your private celebrations and corporate events. The mansion boasts many handsome reception rooms, six bedrooms, seven bathrooms, and separate servants’ quarters. The beautifully landscaped grounds feature an expansive lawn for picnics and private functions. The Cheney Mansion offers distinctive charm in an inspired setting. Corporate retreats, meetings, training sessions and holiday gatherings are right at home at the historic Cheney Mansion. Featuring comfortable and unconventional spaces, both large and small, Cheney Mansion is a perfect destination for your corporate event. If you desire a wedding venue that is elegant, distinctive and timeless, look no further than the historic Cheney Mansion. Featuring a ballroom, formal dining rooms, sitting rooms, a library, and separate bride and groom preparatory rooms, Cheney Mansion provides the perfect setting for your wedding and reception. For couples who prefer an outdoor venue, your ceremony can be held on Cheney’s impeccably landscaped grounds which provide an ideal backdrop for wedding photographs. At your reception, your guests can flow from the Mansion onto the lighted patio and the adjacent renovated greenhouse. The patio and greenhouse are also perfect for an alfresco cocktail hour. Cheney Mansion’s professional staff will work with you every step of the way to transform your unique style into a one-of-a-kind event. Whether inside the Mansion, outdoors, or both, your wedding will be everything you dreamed of and more at Cheney Mansion. The Mansion and grounds can accommodate 150 guests for a sit-down dinner, and up to 175 for buffet service. A tent may be placed on the grounds for larger groups. All private wedding events have exclusive access to the first two floors of the Mansion and the beautifully-manicured property. The third floor ballroom is available for an additional fee.

• Spaces for 160 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

Carleton of Oak Park events are known for their elegance, quality, and ambiance. Our event coordinators are glad to assist you in arranging your celebration, and we provide a personal touch to make each event special. We have a range of private spaces available as well as a varied banquet menu that is excellent for rehearsal dinners, bridal showers, birthday parties, anniversary celebrations, and other family events. We offer a banquet hall with about 6,000 square feet of exquisite space. The Carleton is the preferred choice for social gatherings and weddings in Chicago and the western suburbs because of its gorgeous boutique hotel and perfect location. Weddings are our specialty, and we add a personal touch to each event to make it one-of-a-kind. We will attend to every minute detail to make your wedding absolutely unforgettable, and with our hotel's expert personnel, amazing service, and exceptional food, your wedding will be the talk of the town. We have the best in classic elegance and current style, whether your tastes are traditional or modern. You can use the Plaza Bar and Library as a pre-function area when you rent the Carleton's Ballroom for your big day. From the bridal shower and rehearsal dinner to the reception and post-wedding brunch, the Carleton is the ideal location for all of your wedding celebrations. To schedule a personal tour, please contact our Sales and Catering Office. The Carleton offers unique cuisine, stylish atmosphere, and a skilled staff for small private gatherings to major festivities. The Carleton offers over 6,000 square feet of banquet and event space, making it a great place for social gatherings, business meetings, and corporate retreats.

• Spaces for 100 Guests
• 1 Landmark
• 1 Historic Space
• 1 Mansion

Pleasant Home is considered one of the nation's earliest and most distinguished examples of Prairie School architecture, and it is operated as a living museum by the Pleasant Home Foundation. It is open to the public year-round and offers a year-round schedule of educational programs, community events and festivals, and cultural performances. The mansion, created by famed architect George W. Maher in 1897 for investment banker and philanthropist John W. Farson and his wife Mamie Ashworth Farson, is located on the grounds of the University of Chicago. Pleasant Home's architecture deviated from the usual Queen Anne and colonial revival designs that characterize the majority of the residences in Oak Park. Farson's home is distinguished by its simple massing, its large front porch, the smooth surfaces of Roman bricks and stone, and the employment of ornamental themes to harmonize the interior decorating and furnishings, all of which contribute to its status as a premier Prairie Schoolhouse. Featuring rich bespoke woodwork throughout the property, amazing art glass windows, a giant fireplace, complex woodcarvings, and tile work, the 30-room architectural marvel is a showcase of 19th-century workmanship and talent. Pleasant Home was officially listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972, and it has been there ever since. It was included on the Illinois Historic Structures Survey the next year, in the same year. Pleasant Home was designated as a National Historic Landmark by the National Park Service in 1996, and the Village of Oak Park designated it as one of the original Oak Park Landmarks in 1997. Oak Park's vast array of architectural and cultural treasures is the focus of The Pleasant Home Foundation's efforts to restore, preserve, and operate the home as a beloved local civic institution as well as a destination for visitors from around the world who come to enjoy Oak Park's vast array of architectural and cultural treasures.