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  Viceroy Chicago

  1118 N State St, Chicago, IL 60610, USA

  • Spaces for 12-250 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 2 Restaurants
  • 9 Total Spaces

  Viceroy Chicago is an elegant, romantic space for your upcoming wedding, bridal shower, wedding rehearsal or any other event you plan to host. The Viceroy Chicago has many event spaces, dramatic in style, that are sure to wow your guests, such as a pool complete with its own bar and lounge, and a luxe golden indoor bar. The rooftop of Viceroy Chicago offers sweeping views of Downtown Chicago and Lake Michigan. The suites at the Viceroy Chicago are very impressive with modern, sleek designs and glamorous details. Nestled in Chicago’s historic Gold Coast neighborhood, Viceroy Chicago combines timeless elegance with contemporary sophistication. Built on the site of the original 1920s-era Cedar Hotel, the property seamlessly blends the building’s classic brick and terracotta façade with a sleek glass tower, creating a harmonious mix of old and new. The hotel offers 180 thoughtfully designed guestrooms and suites, each featuring Art Deco-inspired touches, luxurious bedding, marble bathrooms, and stunning views of the Chicago skyline. Guests can unwind at the seasonal rooftop pool or stay active in the state-of-the-art fitness center. Dining at Viceroy Chicago is a highlight, with Somerset serving modern Mediterranean flavors in a chic atmosphere. For an elevated cocktail lounge, Pandan, on the 18th floor offers handcrafted cocktails and Southeast Asian-inspired small plates, all with panoramic city views. Viceroy Chicago’s prime location places guests steps away from the Magnificent Mile’s shopping, dining, and entertainment. Oak Street Beach within easy reach. Whether traveling for business or leisure, Viceroy Chicago delivers a refined, memorable experience that celebrates the city’s rich history and vibrant culture.

  Est. $220/guest

  Avg response time 1-2 hrs

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  Shore Club Chicago

  1603 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60610, USA

  • Spaces for 100-1,200 Guests
  • 3 Outdoor Spaces
  • 2 Restaurants
  • 3 Total Spaces

  Nestled along Chicago's iconic North Avenue Beach, Shore Club Chicago offers a one-of-a-kind lakefront setting for weddings, corporate events, brand activations, and social celebrations. Just minutes from downtown, the venue seamlessly blends coastal-inspired design with the energy of the city, creating a destination that feels like a beachside escape in the heart of Chicago. With versatile indoor and outdoor event spaces, panoramic views of Lake Michigan, and customizable food and beverage experiences, Shore Club accommodates everything from intimate gatherings to large-scale receptions and experiential events. Whether hosting a waterfront wedding, corporate celebration, networking event, or private party, guests enjoy elevated hospitality, vibrant cuisine, and an unforgettable setting that captures the spirit of a Chicago summer.

  Est. $58/guest

  Avg response time 2-4 hrs

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  Loft Lucia

  7 N Carpenter St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA

  • Spaces for 37-190 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 1 Rooftop
  • 3 Total Spaces

  Loft Lucia is a Chicago West Loop Event Space. We host private events ranging from Weddings, Parties, Showers to Corporate Events and Productions. Loft Lucia is a two level venue with a full commercial kitchen, two bars and big outdoor rooftop. Loft Lucia is divided into three areas: main floor, top floor and a large outdoor space. We also have a very large furniture inventory and plenty of in house decor. Additionally, we are thrilled to announce that we now offer micro-weddings! Our venue harmonizes luxurious urban chic with warmth and brightness. Loft Lucia literally means "Loft of Light." Our space features oversized industrial windows, exposed brick and a dazzling rooftop terrace with incredible landscaping. At Loft Lucia, we’ll make sure the vision for your special event becomes a reality and goes off without a glitch. Our Event Venue offers everything you need to create the stunning occasion you and your guests will always remember. We can’t wait to work with you.

  Est. $80/guest

  $6,000 min

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  The Dawson

  730 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

  • Spaces for 28-400 Guests
  • 3 Outdoor Spaces
  • 5 Restaurants
  • 5 Total Spaces

  Whatever your cause for celebration, you need an extraordinary location. You will find it at The Dawson. Named a Best of the Best Venue by Modern Luxury Weddings Chicago, The Dawson features multiple private and semi-private event spaces, being able to accommodate for parties of 12 - 400. The Dawson features award winning, globally-inspired American cuisine and libations that highlight the season’s best offerings and diverse, yet approachable, ingredients and flavors. The Dawson’s stunning, two-story foyer with its breathtaking grand staircase is the perfect first impression for your guests. And, the custom tile and lighting, hand-crafted woodwork, abundant natural light, and an acclaimed courtyard, make The Dawson a dream location for hosting any event, ranging from a wedding, corporate event, birthday party, and more.

  Est. $169/guest

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  Griffin Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago

  5700 S Dusable Lk Shr Dr, Chicago, IL 60637, USA

  • Spaces for 50-12,000 Guests
  • 2 Outdoor Spaces
  • 7 Museums
  • 10 Total Spaces

  Dine beside a WWII submarine or a 40-foot tornado, sip cocktails with a Mars Rover, or mingle beneath historic aircraft. From the welcome reception to dinner and dessert, amaze your guests with an unforgettable event. Griffin MSI is the premier Chicago destination for unique and engaging special events. In addition to our awe-inspiring and interactive displays, enjoy private guided tours, gardens surrounded by century-old oak trees, or open-air dining on our breathtaking porticos. Our world-class culinary and special events teams will customize your entire experience, from handcrafted cocktails to an innovative seasonal menu and decadent desserts. We have events down to a science!

  Avg response time 12-24 hrs

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  Blackhawks Ice Center

  1801 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612, USA

  • Spaces for 25-5,000 Guests
  • 2 Outdoor Spaces
  • 3 Restaurants
  • 9 Total Spaces

  The home of the Chicago Blackhawks, the Blackhawks Ice Center, is a unique events venue offering versatile events spaces, a professional events staff to support your event, and a blank canvas for creativity. Whether it be a small intimate meeting, large product launch, corporate hospitality, large-scale trade show, or anything in between the Blackhawks Ice Center has a proven track record of hosting flawless events that are memorable for guests, turn-key for event planners, and on budget. Our versatile venue features four NHL-size ice rinks that can be covered for large-scale events (17,000 sq. ft. per rink), a premium restaurant and bar, outdoor space, multiple meeting spaces, and premium amenities. Guests can also enjoy exclusive access to Blackhawks player facilities, such as the locker room, lounge, training gym—plus behind-the-scenes VIP tours for an elevated experience. This is more than a venue, but is an experience. For the host, it is a turnkey process with our staff providing consultation, management and execution, while being an extension of our team. For your guests, it is a enjoyable and impactful experience with 100 years of Blackhawks tradition serving as the backdrop to your event.

  $10,000 min

  Avg response time 12-24 hrs

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  The Monte Bello Estate

  16501 135th St, Lemont, IL 60439, USA

  • Spaces for 275 Guests
  • 4 Outdoor Spaces
  • 2 Bars
  • 5 Total Spaces

  The Monte Bello Estate is a venue for those looking for more than the “cookie cutter” wedding, social event, or corporate event – they are wanting something unique and intimate, with elegant simplicity. From the exclusive 55-acres of picturesque ponds and waterfalls, to the tented glasshouse adorned with crystal chandeliers and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the early American Oak trees and restored native prairieland, you can create your own personalized event. With indoor and outdoor ceremony and event spaces, The Monte Bello Estate provides the most charming setting with our modern estate and breathtaking grounds that are the perfect backdrop for your unforgettable event. MBE helps simplify planning by offering in-house food and beverage packages including open bar services, butler passed hors d’ Oeuvres, a three-course dinner with wine service, and rentals like square dining tables, Chiavari chairs, China, glassware, flatware, a variety of linen offerings, and attentive wait staff and bartending services. This is where it all begins.

  Est. $190/guest

  $59,000 min

  Avg response time 12-24 hrs

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  Cafe Brauer at Lincoln Park Zoo

  2021 N Stockton Dr, Chicago, IL 60614, USA

  • Spaces for 175-20,000 Guests
  • 4 Outdoor Spaces
  • 1 Restaurant
  • 8 Total Spaces

  Imagine gorgeous indoor and outdoor space all in one venue! Café Brauer is one of Chicago’s most highly prized rental venues for good reason. This timeless Prairie School- style landmark, completed in 1908 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, offers both earth-toned elegance and unparalleled location. Its second-floor Great Hall is the centerpiece, with its soaring, skylit roof, Tiffany-inspired glass chandeliers, stained-glass windows, tile mosaics and flanking, curved oudoor loggias providing spectacular views of the surrounding park and city skyline. A newly landscaped circular drive greets guests on Stockton Drive, but the horticultural pièce de résistance lies immediately to the east and south: Nature Boardwalk at Lincoln Park Zoo, a thriving prairie pond ecosystem teeming with native plants and wildlife.

  Est. $352/guest

  $12,000 min

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  Avg response time 6-12 hrs

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  Twenty Six

  2 W Erie St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

  • Spaces for 70-180 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 1 Hotel
  • 1 space at this venue

  Overlooking Chicago’s bustling River North neighborhood, Twenty Six is the ideal destination for your next celebration. With a unique combination of indoor/outdoor space, the venue is complete with an open-air rooftop terrace, custom lounge furniture and two bar areas. No matter the occasion your guests will enjoy the expansive views, delicious food and drink and modern lounge environment. There is no such thing as a boring day of meetings at Twenty Six. Situated on the 26th floor of the Eurostars Magnificent Mile hotel our one of a kind space is guaranteed to get your creative juices flowing. The indoor/outdoor venue is ideal for a day of casual meetings, brainstorm sessions and team building activities. Every event at Twenty Six is expertly catered by our in house caterer, LM Catering & Events. With over 10 years of experience producing events large and small across the Chicagoland area you can rest easy knowing that the team at LM is handling all the details.

  $12,000 min

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  Avg response time 12-24 hrs

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  Ravinia Green Country Club

  1200 Saunders Rd, Riverwoods, IL 60015, USA

  • Spaces for 25-300 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 1 Restaurant
  • 7 Total Spaces

  As one of the North Shore's premier country clubs, Ravinia Green Country Club hosts exceptional parties, from outdoor celebrations under the stars to elegant meals held in intimate dining rooms or our majestic ballroom. Whatever the occasion, the staff at Ravinia Green Country Club will help plan every detail of your special event from the initial planning stages through to the event finale to ensure your celebration is flawless. Ravinia Green Country Club is proud of its unique facilities, excellent service and exquisite cuisine. Whether your function is for 10 or 300, let the staff of accomplished professionals at Ravinia Green Country Club help make your next celebration extraordinary! Plus, banquet facilities at Ravinia Green Country Club are available to non-members! So even if you're not a member, you still have opportunities to host your special event at Ravinia Green Country Club.

  Est. $164/guest

  $5,000 min

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  Avg response time 12-24 hrs

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  Revel Motor Row

  2400 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60616, USA

  • Spaces for 100-2,000 Guests
  • 2 Outdoor Spaces
  • 5 Landmarks
  • 5 Total Spaces

  Revel Motor Row, a city landmark rich in Chicago history, has been restored as an event production space to help fuel the resurgence of an iconic neighborhood into a thriving entertainment district. Built in 1936 and previously home to the Illinois Automobile Club and the Chicago Defender building, Revel Motor Row provides an impressive backdrop for any vision. The adjacent building and original home to the city's first Cadillac dealership adds flexible space to the campus. Construction is underway to restore the illustrious building to its former glory. - Designed and built by acclaimed architect Philip Maher - Across from Chicago’s premiere convention center, McCormick Place - 50,000 sq. feet in total event space - Versatile design with over 20 event spaces - 2,600 total capacity - 4,000+ sq. ft. outdoor courtyard - 12-20 spaces for breakout rooms and private dining including a ornate boardroom - Stunning green room or bridal suite with breathtaking details

  Est. $429/guest

  $30,000 min

  Avg response time 1-2 days

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  Lacuna Events by LM

  2150 S Canalport Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

  • Spaces for 100-700 Guests
  • 2 Outdoor Spaces
  • 1 Rooftop
  • 4 Total Spaces

  Ideally situated in Chicagoʼs Pilsen neighborhood, Lacuna Events by LM offers a truly unique setting for your next event. Built in 1897 as what once was the worldʼs largest macaroni factory, the 5 story, 250,000 sq. ft. space maintains much of the original charm as the building has been carefully restored using a variety of the original materials. Lacuna Events by LM is also home to many talented Chicago artists and their one of a kind creations can be found throughout building and used as decor for private events. In the Summer months, the rooftop provides stunning views of the cityʼs skyline and is perfect for an outdoor ceremony or cocktail reception. Every event at Lacuna is catered by our in-house caterer, LM Catering & Events, who expertly handles all food and beverage needs as well as acting as the on-site event management team. The culinary team of experts at LM will work with you to build your menu using only the freshest and most seasonal ingredients.

  Est. $175/guest

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  Avg response time 12-24 hrs

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  Moretti's - Bartlett

  1175 W Lake St, Bartlett, IL 60103, USA

  • Spaces for 50-1,000 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 3 Restaurants
  • 3 Total Spaces

  Moretti’s Bartlett offers a welcoming setting for private events, celebrations, and group gatherings in Bartlett, Illinois. The venue combines spacious dining areas, private party spaces, and an inviting atmosphere suited for birthdays, showers, rehearsal dinners, corporate events, and milestone occasions. Guests can customize their experience with banquet and catering menus featuring Moretti’s signature Italian-American cuisine, from classic pastas and entrées to its well-known Chicago-style pizzas. A dedicated events team assists with planning and service, creating a flexible setting for gatherings both large and small.

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  Events at The Bell

  225 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60606, USA

  • Spaces for 30-800 Guests
  • 6 Outdoor Spaces
  • 14 Restaurants
  • 14 Total Spaces

  Rising above Chicago's Loop, The Bell offers three penthouse floors of refined amenity space and multiple rooftop terraces designed for gatherings of every scale. From executive meetings of 10 to private dinners of 50 and grand receptions for up to 800 guests, each setting is crafted to impress with modern design, sweeping city views, and an atmosphere of understated sophistication. Perfectly situated at Randolph and Franklin, The Bell provides a distinguished backdrop for corporate functions, social soirées, and milestone celebrations alike.

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  Avg response time 4-6 hrs

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  The Art Institute of Chicago

  111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603, USA

  • Spaces for 40-1,100 Guests
  • 3 Outdoor Spaces
  • 3 Restaurants
  • 14 Total Spaces

  Founded in 1879, the Art Institute of Chicago is one of the world’s major museums, housing an extraordinary collection of objects from across places, cultures, and time. We are also a place of active learning for all—dedicated to investigation, innovation, education, and dialogue—continually aspiring to greater public service and civic engagement. From gardens to galleries, Gilded Age glamour to modern minimalism, the Art Institute of Chicago has several exceptional spaces that can accommodate a variety of special occasions. Whether you’re hosting an elegant seated dinner, the wedding of your dreams, or a theater meeting, the museum has the perfect venue to suit your needs. With the help of our professional planning experts, you can create an event that your guests won’t soon forget.

  $12,000 min

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  Avg response time 1-2 days

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  TacoRio Cantina

  435 Chicago Riverwalk, Chicago, IL 60601, USA

  • Spaces for 200-250 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 1 Restaurant
  • 1 space at this venue

  Located along the Chicago Riverwalk, TacoRio Cantina offers a vibrant waterfront destination for dining, private events, corporate gatherings, and social celebrations. The restaurant combines modern Mexican cuisine, handcrafted margaritas, and lively hospitality with scenic views of the Chicago River and downtown skyline. Its inviting indoor and outdoor spaces create a versatile setting for everything from intimate cocktail receptions and client entertainment to large celebrations and full-venue buyouts. With customizable food and beverage options, a prime downtown location, and an energetic atmosphere, TacoRio Cantina delivers a memorable Chicago experience for entertaining guests, colleagues, clients, and friends. Whether hosting a relaxed happy hour or an elevated private event, guests can enjoy exceptional food, refreshing cocktails, and an unforgettable Riverwalk setting.

  Est. $75/guest

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  Avg response time 2-4 hrs

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  Skylight Room at Rizzo's

  3658 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60613, USA

  • Spaces for 30-400 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 3 Restaurants
  • 3 Total Spaces

  Looking for a unique location? Is hosting a special event at the renowned Wrigley Field on your bucket list? Your best option is The Skylight Room at Rizzo's! Three full-service bars, 28 LED TVs, one 13-foot LED screen, a patio with a retractable roof, and heated floors are just a few of the special features of our venue. There is plenty of space for your visitors to fit comfortably while still adhering to existing gathering limits, thanks to the twenty-foot ceilings and 8,500+ square feet of open air area.

  $13,000 min

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  Avg response time 12-24 hrs

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  Ignite Glass Studios

  401 N Armour St, Chicago, IL 60642, USA

  • Spaces for 150-400 Guests
  • 2 Outdoor Spaces
  • 1 Event Space

  Ignite Chicago is one of the top 5 glass studios in the country, which has working glass blowers, hosts all types of events including weddings, corporate functions, non-profit events to corporate team building. Our unique event spaces include an industrial loft like space with a wall of glass doors to an urban garden and a rooftop deck with amazing views of the Chicago skyline. No matter what type of event you're hosting, Ignite Chicago can accommodate your every need and create an event you'll never forget. The vision behind Ignite Glass Studios is connecting people back to the process of creating art and engaging in the beauty of the time-honored craft of glass blowing and the exquisite art it produces along with building a new sense of community through the interactive experience of blowing glass and glass making. Ignite Glass Studios is a thriving glass art community in a space where artists can create and grow, novices can experiment and learn, and young people’s lives are transformed by the power of this collaborative art form. Ignite sparks the imagination and the creation of amazing works of art, creates a space for unique, memorable events, and opens opportunities for individual growth in a learning community that values difference, participation and collaboration. Providing a safe place for youth to explore, grow and draw inspiration is a fundamental element of Ignite’s vision. Ignite Glass Studios’ commitment to strengthening community is enhanced by its partnership with Ignition Community Glass (ICG), a non-profit serving Chicago’s youth through the arts. ICG leverages the power of hands-on glass making to foster positive youth development and offer youth from Chicago’s under-resourced communities’ access to this powerful art form.

  $6,000 min

  Avg response time 6-12 hrs

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  Gallagher Way

  3635 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60613, USA

  • Spaces for 20-3,000 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 6 Restaurants
  • 9 Total Spaces

  Gallagher Way is an entertainment destination, welcoming you to historic Wrigley Field. Yet, we're so much more than your Wrigley Field gameday experience. We’re a hub for people to eat, shop, play and stay. Come experience chef-driven restaurants, farmers markets, movie nights, yoga on the grass, music, ice-skating, winter market and more. Gallagher Way is a multi-venue district that offers beautiful open-air and indoor spaces for hosting any type of event. The 30,000 sq.ft. plaza and customizable green space is a great location for cocktail parties, networking events, weddings, concerts and other outdoor events. The amazing portfolio of chef-driven restaurants surrounding the plaza has all of the building blocks to plan the perfect multi-day event without having to leave the bustling district! An experience for all seasons and a diverse mix of people, all in one place. When you arrive at Gallagher Way, you’re at the heart of it all.

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  The Ivy Hotel

  233 E Ontario St, Chicago, IL 60611, USA

  • Spaces for 30-100 Guests
  • 2 Outdoor Spaces
  • 1 Bar
  • 4 Total Spaces

  Welcome to the Ivy Hotel, one of Chicago’s premiere boutique properties, boasting 63 guest rooms, an outdoor rooftop event space and 2 indoor ballrooms. One block away from the Magnificent Mile and a short walk to the lakefront, the Ivy provides a luxurious setting with modern style tucked away in the center of it all. Hotel Amenities: Non-Smoking Hotel Free Wi-Fi 24-Hour Front Desk Meeting and Event Space (Indoor and Outdoor) In-room Wet Bar and Mini Bar Lobby Lounge and Bar King Suite (Standard Room Type) Amenities: California King Bed Divided Living and Sleeping Area Two TVs Hardwood Floors Work Desk Private Bar & Mini Fridge Switch Powered Drapes Italian Marble Bathroom with: Double Vanity Sinks Rainfall Shower Deep Soak Tub Beekman 1802 Bath Amenities

  Avg response time 12-24 hrs

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