Top Illinois Venues

• Spaces for 160-300 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Country Club

The Landings at Spirit Golf Club is an 18-hole championship public golf course in Chesterfield, Missouri, situated in the Missouri River Valley between the bluffs of Wildhorse Creek and the Spirit of St. Louis Airport. Designed by Roger Null and open since 2000, the course features links-style zoysia and bluegrass fairways with double bent grass greens, and five tee sets that accommodate golfers of all skill levels. The Squadron Room, the club's dedicated event space, seats between 20 and 160 guests and is available for a wide range of private occasions — from birthday celebrations, quinceañeras, and anniversaries to corporate seminars, school banquets, and award ceremonies. Groups of 100 or more guests receive exclusive use of the room. Events are booked on a first-come, first-served basis, with preliminary holds available for one week pending a deposit.

• Spaces for 300-400 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Barn
• 1 Estate

Dragonfly Event Venue is a 36-acre private wedding destination just outside Herrin, Illinois, in Southern Illinois. The property offers a range of indoor and outdoor settings — from a temperature-controlled wedding barn with glass garage doors and expansive windows to an outdoor ceremony site in Wonderland Woods, a wooded area with winding paths, whimsical lighting, and rustic seating. A covered pavilion with a fireplace provides a flexible all-season option, while a one-acre pond with a fountain, sand beach, and fire pit lend the grounds a distinctive natural character. The venue accommodates up to 300 guests and offers exclusive full-property buyout for each event. Weekend and Sunday wedding packages include overnight stays in the three-bedroom bridal cottage, a dedicated groom's room, 250 chairs, farm tables, and a golf cart for navigating the grounds. A rehearsal session is built into every package.

• Spaces for 120 Guests

We are firm believers that food and wine have the ability to establish long-lasting bonds, so laying the groundwork for a fulfilling and fulfilling life. We cordially welcome you to join us for an evening filled with unforgettable moments centered around cuisine, wine, and good company. Cheers! Cooper's Hawk can help you make your event memorable. With the warmth and elegance of the wine world, our private event spaces are created to welcome Guests into our establishment. Our one-of-a-kind restaurant is well suited to showcasing wine and cuisine combinations like no other venue. Our trademark style of hospitality, which is anticipatory, informed, and courteous, only adds to the beauty of the surroundings and the unforgettable culinary options. Exceptional wine and cuisine, we think, bring people together, and that the spirit of celebration is at the heart of every successful event or gathering. Our goal is for you to enjoy life's finest moments with family, friends, and coworkers at Cooper's Hawk Restaurant & Bar.

• Spaces for 50 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Garden

The Captain Wohlt Inn is a family-owned boutique inn in Hermann, Missouri, comprising six thoughtfully restored 19th-century buildings with 20 guest rooms. Established in 2001 and grown from a small collection of historic homes, the property sits among the rolling hills of Missouri wine country, steps from local wineries, shops, and river views. For groups and private gatherings, the inn offers the full property on a buyout basis, making it a natural fit for wedding weekends, milestone celebrations, music retreats, and reunions. Outdoor spaces include a garden stage with a property-wide sound system — accommodating up to 50 guests for live music and casual gatherings — as well as a biergarten-style area with picnic tables, a covered pergola, fire pits, and string-lit garden seating. Food and beverage arrangements are flexible, with options ranging from casual BBQ spreads to outside catering and food trucks. Throughout every stay, owners and staff remain on-site, and guests receive daily breakfast delivery, fresh cookies, and evening s'mores at the fire pits. A weekend Garden Music Series rounds out the property's calendar of regular programming.

• Spaces for 30 Guests

Upper Limits Chesterfield is an indoor rock climbing gym located in Chesterfield, Missouri, offering over 3,500 square feet of unique climbing surface for all skill levels. The facility features a sunken boulder pit, a massive top-out boulder, and Wacky Walls — an auto-belay climbing area with approximately 19 climbing structures. A dedicated training area equipped with a campus board, rock rings, and hangboards supports more focused development. The gym is well suited for private events and group programming. A private party room accommodates birthday parties, and the entire facility can be reserved for exclusive private gym rentals. Group programming includes team building sessions, scout outings, and youth summer camps. Classes are available for climbers at every stage. Additional amenities include a fully stocked pro shop, a climbers' lounge, a spectators' seating area, locker rooms with showers, a fitness area, and complimentary parking.

• Spaces for 300-600 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

LOOKING FOR A VENUE THAT IS BOUND TO IMPRESS YOUR GUESTS? HAYDEN HALL HAS A PLETHORA OF OPTIONS TO MAKE YOUR PLANNING PROCESS A BREEZE FOR YOUR UNIQUELY CHICAGO EXPERIENCE.

• Spaces for 150-270 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 1 Ballroom
• 2 Total Spaces

Meson Sebika offers you four acres of area to enjoy, as well as eight dining rooms, a rear patio, and a pavilion decorated in classic Spanish style. Not only are their facilities beautiful, but their Spanish-inspired cuisine and beverages transport you to the Spanish countryside in the Chicago suburbs. Keep with the Spanish theme and have any of the indoor or outdoor event venues transport you and your guests to the Spanish countryside for a memorable experience. Alternatively, you may personalize the areas to suit your preferences; the options are unlimited. Whether it's a Spanish theme or your own personal vision, the crew is committed to ensuring that your event is flawlessly performed and all you hoped it would be. You won't want to miss out on the opportunity to dine at this magnificent home. Mesón Sabika, which is located just west of downtown Naperville, has been providing services to the community since 1990. Before you even get to the driveway, you are greeted by the pristine four-acre estate and magnificent home, which were both built in 1847. Whether you dine in one of the mansion's eight dining rooms, all of which are designed in classic Spanish style, attend a wedding or corporate event in the Pavilion, or relax on the terrace in the back, the cuisine of Spain and delectable beverages combine to provide an unforgettable dining experience.

• Spaces for 40-115 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 2 Country Clubs
• 1 Meeting Space

Arlington Lakes Golf Club is an 18-hole, 90-acre municipal golf course in Arlington Heights, Illinois, owned and managed by the Arlington Heights Park District. The course was renovated in 2016 and sits on land that once served as a Nike Missile Base, with water hazards coming into play on 13 of 18 holes. The clubhouse offers two dedicated event spaces suited for private celebrations and corporate gatherings. The Hearth Room accommodates up to 95 guests and features a dance floor and a wrap-around balcony overlooking the fairways — a setting that works well for wedding receptions, anniversary parties, and retirement events. The Festival Room seats up to 40 and is well suited for showers, luncheons, and smaller corporate meetings. Outside food is welcome, and the club provides a range of beverage packages, table linens, and optional add-ons including a projector and sound system. An elevator serves both floors of the clubhouse.

• Spaces for 50-75 Guests
• 1 Event Space

The Guesthouse Hotel will help you create a lasting impression. We have amazing rooms to accommodate every occasion, whether it's an intimate wedding, a spectacular event, a successful business conference or retreat. With all of the character and flair that comes with a unique boutique hotel, as well as courteous and great service from the hotel employees. The Club Room, which has a warm and welcoming fireplace, crystal lighting, as well as a mix of repurposed antique and leather chairs, is the ideal setting for an intimate meeting. Chicago's past and present are told via the use of art galleries located throughout the space. The Club Room is a versatile space that can accommodate small groups of up to 48 people for everything from wine tastings and private parties to cocktail receptions and meals. We have a beautiful library with marble, reclaimed wood and iron accents, towering bookcases, old world billiards lighting, and an enormous 10' foot bespoke table that serves as a pleasant backdrop for many different types of gatherings. This multi-functional area is the ideal setting for your next private dinner, business meeting, corporate training, or other event of any size. In accordance with the nature of the event, the Library may accommodate up to 12 persons. A 46-inch Smart TV is available for use in the Library.

• Spaces for 50-70 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Footman Hospitality has opened the doors of Little Victories in the heart of Wicker Park, continuing a long legacy of drinking and dining places that have brought people from all over the city together for years. Little Victories, which is housed in a former warehouse conversion, welcomes you with a horseshoe bar as its focal point. Billiards and darts are two Chicago pastimes that are complemented by booths and decor that have a vintage feel to them. Everything about this place is simple and straightforward: fantastic moments, nice music, decent beverages, and pleasant service. With an emphasis on classics that are easy to remember and enjoy, the cocktail program strives to retain the integrity of the traditional drinks that everyone knows and loves. Additionally, Little Victories provides a changing assortment of canned and draft beers, which includes microbrews and craft beers from Chicago's several local brewers. The wine list is straightforward, straightforward, and enjoyable. Little Victories is a celebration of the large things that come about as a result of the accumulation of minor victories. And there is maybe no better way to do it than while enjoying a game of darts or billiards with pals while sipping on a drink. It's easy to get caught up in life's small disappointments; we believe it's time to pay attention to life's small victories.

• Spaces for 36-465 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 7 Museums
• 7 Total Spaces

The Saint Louis Art Museum occupies a landmark Beaux Arts building in Forest Park, designed by architect Cass Gilbert and distinguished by Roman arches, vaulted ceilings, and classical sculpture. A modern East Building by David Chipperfield, characterized by open, light-filled contemporary architecture, complements the historic structure and expands the museum's event footprint. Together, the two buildings offer venues ranging from an intimate private dining room for 36 to the 7,500-square-foot Sculpture Hall, which receives up to 400 guests for cocktail receptions. Private events are held in six distinct spaces, including the skylit Grigg Gallery with its parquet floors and collection of Max Beckmann paintings, the Panorama Restaurant overlooking Forest Park, the state-of-the-art Farrell Auditorium seating 465, and the flexible Education Center. Catering is provided exclusively by SLAM Events, sourcing ingredients from local farmers and artisan producers.

• Spaces for 30-300 Guests
• 4 Venues with Activities

The YMCA of Springfield has served the Springfield, Illinois community for 150 years, offering fitness facilities, aquatic programs, youth sports, and private event rentals across two locations. The Downtown YMCA at 601 North 4th Street and the Kerasotes YMCA at 4550 W Iles Ave each offer party and rental packages designed for groups and celebrations. Event options span the facility's signature spaces: gymnasium parties with access to courts and equipment, ninja wall climbing parties, swimming pool parties, and gymnastics parties with trained staff on hand. Each package includes dedicated activity time, room time, and the option for outside refreshments. With a 150-year history of community service, the YMCA of Springfield brings an active, family-friendly environment to birthdays, group celebrations, and private gatherings.

• Spaces for 50-350 Guests
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 3 Event Spaces
• 4 Waterfront

Hermann Hill Weddings is a full-service wedding and elopement destination perched high atop the rock bluffs of the Missouri River in Hermann, Missouri. Set among rolling hills and lush woodland just minutes from downtown Hermann, the property is known for dramatic sunsets on the water and exceptional hospitality. Five distinct ceremony and reception spaces accommodate celebrations ranging from intimate elopements to gatherings of up to 350 guests. The indoor Chapel seats up to 250 with stained-glass windows and flexible pew-and-chair seating, a side entrance, and toasting doors. The outdoor River Bluff positions couples against a sweeping backdrop of the Missouri River for ceremonies of up to 350 guests, while the classic white Gazebo offers an intimate river-overlook setting for up to 100. For receptions, the Indoor Pavilion holds up to 300 guests in a naturally lit space with panoramic western-facing views, and the River Room seats up to 50 in a cozier riverside setting. An in-house chef and a dedicated team of wedding coordinators guide couples from early planning sessions through day-of execution. On-site lodging is available for the couple and guests, and most packages include a one- or two-night stay as part of the celebration weekend.

For private event and catering requests with parties of 20+ people, please feel free to call or email anytime.

etta is a local restaurant that serves wonderful wood-fired cuisine in a friendly, laid-back atmosphere. It's the ideal place for friends and family to eat and drink as if they were at home. Bring your friends and enjoy a private event designed by your favorite etta chefs. It's a celebration of everything you love about etta, from pig picnics to pizzas, and the porron and polaroid, you'll get your fill of wonderful cuisine, great beverages, and a night of fun. We guarantee you won't go home hungry. etta is an affordable neighborhood restaurant that serves amazing wood-fired meals from the same creative partners who brought you the award-winning steakhouse Maple & Ash. Partner and Chef Danny Grant sprinkles each menu with his favorite seasonal dishes, carefully produced alongside his culinary staff and centered around the wood-fired hearth. etta has something for everyone, from crave-worthy pizza and toasty focaccia to fresh, crisp seasonal salads and family-style shared pig and lobster lunches. The open kitchen design at etta provides guests with the same intimate experience as the kitchen is the central center of interaction within a home. Each location has a wood-fired brick oven for perfecting pizzas, as well as a massive wood-fired hearth for spit roasting and grilling. Every etta experience is extremely considerate because we pay attention to every detail - our service is extraordinary, and we believe in kindness. We adore the communities we serve and want to enrich them with rich diversity, creativity, culture, and history. Reach out today to discuss private dining at etta. We can’t wait to hear from you!

• Spaces for 90-400 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

Are you looking for the ideal location for a meeting, special event, or wedding? The Indian Lakes Hotel, located just 28 miles from downtown Chicago and 30 minutes from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), offers a unique blend of hospitality and the expansive Midwest prairie scenery. The hotel has 310 oversized guest rooms, as well as meeting and event space, an indoor pool, a fitness center, and complimentary continental breakfast. The Indian Lakes Hotel is here to make the most of your visit by providing the services you need, the amenities you expect, and the extras you deserve, whether you're conducting business, keeping up with your fitness regimen, or looking to spend quality time with your family. The Indian Lakes Hotel is a Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired hotel with 7,000 square feet of adaptable conference space. This historic hotel is ideal for your next business conference, seminar, training, social function, or other special occasion. Our A/V crew is prepared to meet your last-minute needs, such as video conferencing and LCD projectors and screens. The Indian Lakes Hotel, located just outside of downtown Chicago, has all you need for a relaxing getaway among shopping, dining, and entertainment. Stratford Square Mall, Chicago Indoor Racing, and Lynfred Winery are just a few of the neighborhood things to visit. The LEGOLAND Discovery Center, which is approximately nine miles from the hotel, is a great place for kids to spend the day. If you want to go a bit further afield, go to the Brookfield Zoo or the Hollywood Blvd. Cinemas, both of which are conveniently located near the hotel.

• Spaces for 25 Guests

Seasons Inn & Suites Highland is a boutique hotel in Highland, Illinois, located 30 miles east of downtown St. Louis off I-70 at exit 24. The property offers meeting rooms and a business center suited for small gatherings, corporate meetings, and private functions. The hotel provides complimentary breakfast, an indoor pool, a fitness center, and free parking — including RV parking — making it a practical choice for out-of-town guests attending an event. Pet-friendly accommodations are available, and eight room types, ranging from king rooms to family suites sleeping up to six guests, give event planners flexibility when arranging overnight stays for attendees.

Welcome Back, at its very core, is the description of hospitality. A place that no matter if you had been there before or not, you immediately feel like a regular. With a late 1970s early 1980s feel and a place where friends can meet on the reg. Just celebrating our school house years!