Top Joliet Venues

• Spaces for 350-500 Guests
• 1 Venue with Activities

Viper Alley in Lincolnshire is a revolutionary private event and concert venue located in the heart of one of Chicago’s most prominent north suburban corporate and residential communities. Viper Alley has a “factory chic” interior and meets today’s demand for flexible event environments that are both casual and upscale and also come fully equipped with our complete kitchen, AV, staging and a six lane private bowling facility. At Viper Alley, we individually customize your lighting, furniture arrangements, menus, and more to meet your personal and specialized needs for each of your events and programs. With the flexible modular floor plan at Viper Alley, we offer catering for up to 500 people with endless possibilities for an unforgettable experience.

• Spaces for 75-400 Guests
• 3 Historic Spaces
• 3 Estates
• 3 Mansions

The Highland Park Community House is a beautifully renovated historic landmark that evokes the glamour of the past with our Ballroom's Art Deco fixtures, vaulted ceilings and gorgeous hardwood floors. With stunning indoor and outdoor space, this venue can be converted into many configurations to graciously accommodate all types of functions from wedding receptions and ceremonies, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, business meetings, theater productions, fundraising events; to personal celebrations such as anniversaries and birthdays. Located just a few steps from one of the most exciting business districts on the North Shore, your guests can explore the possibilities of our treasured town. One of the unique aspects of our special venue is you can bring in any vendor, caterer, food, beverage, decor of your choosing making it affordable on all budgets to create the event of your dreams.

The Club at Wynstone offers a picturesque setting and top-notch amenities that promise to make your event truly memorable. As a private, membership only club, it's an honor for us to host private events sponsored by our membership community. Whether it’s a joyous family gathering, a milestone birthday, or an elegant soirée, our club offers the perfect setting for your special events. From our carefully curated cuisine to our dedication to detail, the possibilities are endless. Our team will work closely with you to ensure every detail is perfect. From initial planning to day-of coordination, we handle all the logistics so you can enjoy a stress-free experience and focus on celebrating with your guests.

• Spaces for 350-600 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Highland Park Country Club, one of Chicago's original and historic event venues, is being reimagined as the newest piece of the Catering by Michaels portfolio. We offer both indoor and outdoor locations and checks all the boxes for your wedding. Whether you choose to have your ceremony in the beautiful nature preserve or admire all of its beauty inside from the floor to ceiling glass windows, this space is perfect no matter what you choose. Traditional seated meals of up to 350 guests with a dance floor or up to 400 guests without a dance floor can fit in the space. As the exclusive caterer and event management partner, Catering by Michaels brings over 40 years of experience to offer more than just food on a plate. Offering chef driven gourmet menus, event coordination services, elite level of service staff, and a personalized recommendation portfolio of other event vendors, this partnership brings a new level of event experience to the North Shore of Chicago. Since no two events are the same, every event we design and cater is truly a one-of-a-kind experience and customized just for you. We pride ourselves on being by your side each step of the way, guiding your wedding for a truly cohesive and enjoyable experience.

Unequal parts of lacrosse, hockey, basketball, and bumper cars. The city of broad shoulders, Chicago. Blind, reckless determination. They all came together in 1993, when Sam Elias, our founder, moved from Florida to Chicago and opened up what the people were demanding: 4,000 square feet to bump cars, slam dunk, cross check, laugh, eat, drink, and simply…have fun. A needed release from the daily 9 to 5 grind and Tuesday bowling night, our first location in Lombard, Illinois was so popular, we opened up another factory of fun near downtown Chicago as well as Vernon Hills. But the people demanded more. So we delivered. To the delight of adrenaline junkies and lovers of unadulterated fun everywhere, we added laser tag arenas with multiple levels, billiards, bowling, and arcade games. The people were now content. But we aren’t! We are always looking to increase the dopamine level in ALL of our guests! Not only can you get your game on with WhirlyBall, bowling, and other games, you can also get your food and drink on with our inventive cocktails, curated craft beer selection, and elevated bar fare from our chef-driven menu. We also encourage our guests to sit back, relax and enjoy sports and entertainment on multiple TV’s located throughout our space for your viewing pleasure!

• Spaces for 25-40 Guests
• 1 Event Space

• Spaces for 225 Guests

Antiquaire started in 2007 as an importer of Exquisite European Antiques, & has evolved into a multi-faceted, cutting-edge eclectic design business. Antiquaire is the only US company to import the entire line of the authentic & iconic Tolix chairs from the South of France. In 2011, Antiquaire started Melissa Edelman Design (MED) - a bespoke kitchen cabinetry designer & manufacturer and General Contractor. MED has the unique ability to use an antique piece such as an old shop counter, and modify it to modern standards as a functional kitchen island complete with soft close drawers. Antiquaire has also partnered with Arte Italica fine Italian dinnerware which is a perfect fit for wedding registries. MED has designed for the Lake Forest Showhouse, Chicago Magazine's Chairs for Charity, DIFFA/Chicago's Dining by Design & even special outdoor events at Ravinia Music Festival. In each instance MED has been able to show off their unique talent for table displays and event design. In 2015, the shop next door to Antiquaire became available, & MED started rehab on the unrenovated store interior located in the historically significant building by Architect John van Bergen. The renovation was at first to be used to showcase MED's kitchen designs. The renovation turned out far better than anyone could have imagined. They found huge old beams under two layers of crumbling ceilings, restored them & allowed them to be exposed for the first time in almost 100 years! They also dug up more than 6 layers of built up flooring to find the original maple hardwood floors. After painstaking restoration, the gorgeous dark stained maple floors are exposed. In combination with the beams, high transom black glossy windows, exposed stainless steel duct work, the MED space is very unique for an event space on the North Shore. It has the lofty feeling of places one may only find in downtown Chicago. The space is warm & charming & very visually appealing. The brand new bathroom boasts a magically floating concrete shelf with an original carved marble sink from Turkey and sparkling new modern nickel finished faucets. A French Trumeau mirror grazes the high ceiling over the sink, & a vintage chandelier adds extra glamour for viewing oneself in the full length antique mirror. Back at Antiquaire, there is a brand new full gourmet kitchen available to use complete with a Wolf 60" gas range & double ovens, a 36" SubZero Refrigerator with drinking water supply, two freezer drawers & ice maker. Don't forget the Wolf coffee & cappuccino machine! The kitchen is stunning with MED's bespoke cabinetry & gold "leafed" back splash, & silver leafed ceiling hiding behind the huge chandelier over the island. You may never want to leave! Come & bring your own event planner, use MED to design, or a combo of both! Choose from a vast array of antiques & accessories to give your event or special day the unique feel you are looking for. Ask to sample our famous homemade cheesecake and macarons.

• Spaces for 190 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 1 Landmark

Our mission is to create an unforgettable experience with exceptional service to our clients, providing close attention to details in our inventive cuisine and food presentations, all within in a unique and timeless setting. Weddings: The essence and style of your event will be embodied in everything we do to assist in the planning process from creating the perfect menu to tabletop design. Our wedding specialists rely on a variety of skills and experience and will be familiar with every aspect of your event to ensure a smooth, unforgettable experience for you and your guests. Corporate Events: The essence and style of your event will be embodied in everything we do including catering, table settings, lighting, floral arrangements, room décor and entertainment. At the Armour House, the food, quality, presentation and taste is of utmost importance. We source sustainable and local whenever possible, utilizing the finest of ingredients in order to make your special event the best possible. We have available for your convenience a Wedding Catering guide, but your options do not end here. We are happy to personalize any menu for your event. The Armour House is an historic, private venue so an appointment is necessary for a tour. To schedule an appointment with a member of our catering staff, please contact us through the inquiries page for more information and to confirm available dates.

• Spaces for 420-480 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

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 to ensure a successful event. Stay at our DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Libertyville - Mundelein, in Mundelein, Illinois, a northwest Chicago suburb. Convenient to US-45 and IL-94, and only 45 minutes north of O’Hare International Airport (ORD), our hotel offers personal and engaging service. Enjoy our signature warm chocolate chip cookie at welcome. Savor phenomenal dishes and urban ambiance at Karma Pub. Admire the Prairie-style decor featuring one-of-a-kind stained glass front doors and solid hardwood furniture. Our glass-enclosed pool is open year round, and the fully equipped fitness center is available 24 hours a day. Choose from 183 guest rooms in standard or deluxe styles or with two-room suite options. Relax in a king-, queen- or double-sized bed and enjoy complimentary WiFi, premium channels on a 42-inch flat-screen HDTV, a refrigerator and a rain forest shower head. Host a wedding on our landscaped courtyard or coordinate a casual barbecue on the patio. Our 8,350 sq. ft. ballroom divides into eight rooms, each accommodating up to 70 people. Reserve the full ballroom for a gala for 450 guests or a conference for 500 colleagues. We also provide two additional meeting rooms, one boardroom, banquet catering, and A/V and videoconferencing services.

• Spaces for 200 Guests

Located at 22 Crystal Lake Plaza, Crystal Lake, IL, in the northwest Chicagoland suburbs! We are a family-owned business that specializes in events for 200 guests or less and we are the best multi-use space and the perfect, affordable alternative to larger and more expensive venues in the area. The venue sits in Crystal Lake Plaza for convenient parking and easy guest access. Beautifully decorated with optional house linens and the interior of the space features a bar, wooden dance floor, and a glass storefront with sheer curtains. Additionally, the space has optional food and beverage packages to choose from!

For a comfortable stay just 40 minutes from downtown Chicago, choose Residence Inn Chicago Lake Forest/Mettawa—one of the premier hotels in Lake Forest IL. Conveniently located off I-94, our hotel is minutes from the Great Lakes Naval Station, Six Flags Great America, and major employers like Grainger, AbbVie, Brunswick, Abbott, and Pfizer, plus the Conway Park business campus. Near the Lake County Forest Preserve District, with Fort Sheridan and Lake Michigan just 15 minutes away, plus access to Gurnee Mills Outlet Mall & Chicago Botanic Garden. Our dog-friendly, apartment-style suites feature modern kitchens with stainless-steel appliances, sofa beds and spacious living areas. Enjoy complimentary parking, free Wi-Fi, and a free hot breakfast buffet. Relax in the indoor pool, stay active in the fitness center, or play in the billiards room. Host up to 30 guests in our 950 sq. ft. meeting space or grill on the outdoor patio. Discounted room blocks are available for weddings, meetings, and youth sports teams.

• Spaces for 250-300 Guests

Park Ward Rolls Royce Motors Museum is pleased to announce that it will be making it's museum space available for a limited number of events beginning this fall 2019. Park Ward Motors Museum is a unique venue choice for your private, corporate, and family Birthdays. and Milestones...(Tours of the collection and restoration facility available upon request for your guests) Superior elegance and splendidly displayed classics. The Park Ward Motors Museum is a premier international collection of vintage rolls Royce automobiles, a world renowned classic RR sales operation, and a globally known Rolls Royce Restoration facility. Park Ward Motors Museum is now Chicagoland’s newest premier events venue! * Learn more about Park Ward and it’s owner; Australian Rodd Sala: http://www.qbarrington.com/pdf/jf17-in-the-garage-westhoff.pdf. Introducing Chicagoland’s newest luxury event space Floor plan flexibility: The museum, and it's dozens of Rolls Royce classics can be configured within the space to suit your event size and type. Customized floor arrangements/layouts provide design flexibility. The Park Ward Motors Museum experience is ideal for corporate holiday parties, weddings, rehearsal dinners, exclusive client functions and family celebrations. “The Rolls Royce of Event Venues” Jeffrey cell: 630-926-4269. /email: parkwardeventspace@gmail.com

• Spaces for 50-350 Guests
• 2 Museums
• 2 Landmarks

Immersed in lush greenery a nd formal gardens, Loyola at Cuneo Mansion and Gardens is a historic mansion and museum that combines old world elegance with Venetian style architecture. Encompassed with neoclassic statuary, the mansion embodies pure opulence. Located 40 miles north of Chicago in scenic Vernon Hills, Loyola at Cuneo Mansion and Gardens stands as a monument to old-world elegance. Make your wedding day one to remember at Loyola's Cuneo Mansion and Gardens! Signature wedding packages are available through any of Loyola’s four preferred caterers. The rental fee allows for exclusive use of the property and self-guided tours of the mansion are offered during cocktail hour.

• Spaces for 12-300 Guests
• 3 Restaurants

Le Colonial Lake Forest is a celebration of the seductive spirit and vivid flavors reminiscent of Saigon in the 1920's. Heralded as "an escapist’s paradise," the famed French-Vietnamese institution is designed to capture Vietnam's era of romance and soft architecture in the heart of the charming Market Square of Lake Forest. Le Colonial opened its doors in July 2022, in a historical two-story structure originally built in 1901 to serve as the community’s fire and police station. The free standing building includes over 12,500 square feet of lavish palm-filled dining and picturesque banquet event space, as well as a large outdoor garden for alfresco dining and lounging by the Parrot bar. "We carefully source our ingredients from locally owned farms in each of our locations. Through our partnerships, we not only ensure the freshest and highest quality of ingredients to create flavor bursting fare (more nutrients, minimal pesticides, safer food supply) but also support the local communities. Indeed, we believe the value of a restaurant goes beyond pleasing the palette and is measured based on its positive impact on our local communities." - CHEF HASSAN OBAYE, CULINARY DIRECTOR AT LE COLONIAL

• Spaces for 60-120 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Built in 1908 by the famed architect, Howard Van Doren Shaw, Glen Rowan House features elegant spaces for any occasion. The main floor of the house can accommodate as few as 10 for an intimate dinner and up to 120 for a cocktail reception. The second floor features a conference room for six people and three overnight rooms, each with a private bath. The extensive grounds are ideal for picnics or tented events up to 250 people.

• Spaces for 56-140 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Venue with Activities

Camp Aramoni (pronounced air-uh-MOE-knee) is a boutique campground and event venue that's redefining travel in the Midwest. Spanning 96 acres of lush forests on a former 19th century brickyard, Camp Aramoni's lavish accommodations await your discovery just 90 minutes south of Chicago near the picturesque Starved Rock State Park. Camp Aramoni's boutique campground features 11 safari-style tents that combine exciting camping experiences with the best of hotel amenities. Each tent accommodates 2 to 6 guests depending on the tent model, and the campground can sleep up to 56 guests total. Nightly rates include a champagne toast upon check-in, nightly gourmet s'mores and three complimentary chef-driven daily meals enjoyed en-suite or at The Barn every morning. Bricks & Stones is the 150-year-old event venue at Camp Aramoni. It was originally constructed in 1870 as a blacksmith shop and now serves as a stunning event space for weddings, corporate retreats and more. Amenities include a full-service bar, two commercial kitchens, seating for up to 75 guests, on-site parking and acres of unique outdoor spaces. With the inclusion of an outdoor tent rental, we can seat up to 200 guests outside. Camp Aramoni is an all-inclusive destination that features multiple outdoor event locations, a historic event venue and on-site boutique accommodations. This reduces travel times for guests and allows you to turn your wedding or special event into a weekend-long celebration with the people who mean most to you.

• Spaces for 35-309 Guests
• 1 Theater
• 5 Event Spaces
• 4 Meeting Spaces

Since 1972, Gorton has been proud to enrich the lives of residents through cultural arts, education and charitable service. Today, Gorton is one of only a few privately-funded community centers in the United States and serves as a unique partnership between community volunteers and The City of Lake Forest. Gorton Community Center, a private nonprofit 501c3 organization, relies on the generosity of area residents and business to support building improvements, programs and services which are offered in the historic building owned by the City of Lake Forest.

• Spaces for 34-75 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 1 Outdoor

Farm-to-table American cuisine in a welcoming, neighborhood setting. Our menus celebrate locally sourced ingredients from Midwest farms and producers, thoughtfully prepared to highlight the best of each season. Everett Farms offers a variety of inviting spaces for gatherings of all sizes — from intimate dinners and family celebrations to large corporate events and weddings. Enjoy our huge enclosed patio, perfect for year-round dining, or one of our two full bars featuring handcrafted cocktails, local beer, and a carefully curated wine list. Each of our three connected spaces can be reserved individually or combined for a fully private event experience, complete with custom menus and flexible layouts to suit your group’s needs. There are no rental or room fees, just a simple food and beverage minimum customized to your event. With plenty of free on-site parking, warm hospitality, and a menu that captures the heart of modern American dining, Everett Farms is the perfect North Shore destination for any occasion.

• Spaces for 18-478 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 4 Hotels
• 3 Ballrooms

The Deer Path Inn has been hosting events for over 85 years, making them experts in exceptional service, dining, and hotel accommodations. The Deer Path Inn is located in Chicago's North Shore in the Lake Forest community. The Deer Path Inn is styled after a 15th century English manor house, complete with thick oak beams and stucco walls in the interior. While keeping its rustic charm and romance, the Deer Path Inn was recently renovated, incorporating top of the line amenities. For couples looking for a venue full of Old World charm, the Deer Path Inn is an ideal, cozy spot for a wedding. Guests can enjoy strolls around the English gardens, afternoon tea in the The English room, and much more at the Deer Path Inn.

• Spaces for 260-1,000 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Hotel
• 1 space at this venue

Fairfield Inn & Suites Fair Oaks Farms offers event spaces for your next celebration in Fair Oaks, Indiana. Recognized as the #1 agritourism destination in the Midwest, Fair Oaks Farms is the nation's lading agriculture attraction located right in the corn belt of Norhtwest Indiana. It's a place where you can escape to the countryside to learn, dine and unwind.