Top Chicago Opening Party Venues
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Choosing your opening party venue will be one of the most important steps in the planning process. So much goes into finding the perfect venue in Chicago. You’ll want to consider everything from the aesthetics of the space to any in-house amenities and services. Luckily, PartySlate makes it easy with our Find Venues page. Use the filters to narrow your search — taking into account everything from your guest count to specific catering preferences. Once you’ve set your filters, scroll down to search our curated list. Look for the “featured” tag for PartySlate’s top recommendations. With PartySlate, finding your ideal Chicago venue has never been easier.
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Radisson Blu Hotel Chicago
221 N Columbus Dr, Chicago, IL 60611, USA- Spaces for 750-1,400 Guests
- 1 Ballroom
The Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel in Chicago offers a sophisticated setting for weddings and events, blending modern luxury with stunning city views. Located in the heart of downtown, near Millennium Park and the Magnificent Mile, it provides a prime location for local and out-of-town guests. The hotel's event spaces, including the grand Atlantic Ballroom and rooftop terrace, offer a range of options for both indoor and outdoor ceremonies, receptions, and gatherings. With over 28,000 square feet of versatile event space, Radisson Blu Aqua can accommodate various events, from intimate weddings to grand celebrations. The rooftop terrace, featuring views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline, is a standout option for outdoor ceremonies and cocktail hours. The hotel also offers customizable wedding packages, including in-house catering by a team of professional chefs who work closely with couples to create personalized menus. Beyond weddings, the Radisson Blu Aqua is an ideal venue for corporate events, galas, and social gatherings. Guests can enjoy luxurious accommodations, with room blocks available for event attendees. Known for its impeccable service, modern amenities, and elegant design, the hotel is a top choice for those seeking a premier event venue in Chicago.
Avg response time 6-12 hrs
The Sky-Line Club
307 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60601, USA- Spaces for 99 Guests
The Sky-Line Club is one of the oldest exclusive clubs in the city, surrounded by an open terrace that invites you to gaze upon the Chicago skyline. Excellent fare prepared by a world-traveled chef, perfect for business meetings, group dinners, intimate social events, networking events, corporate events, non-profit events, and weddings.
$3,000 min
JoJo's Shake Bar
23 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA- Spaces for 45-450 Guests
- 3 Restaurants
- 3 Bars
- 3 Total Spaces
JoJo’s ShakeBAR is a next-generation restaurant and bar, and River North's go-to spot for hangouts, first dates, and family affairs. Grounded in nostalgia, JoJo’s ShakeBAR will leave kids in awe and transport adults back to simpler times with its 80s/90s-inspired details, like arcade game tables and a walk-up window for city goers on the run. JoJo's brings over-the-top Biggie Shakes, classic diner fare, cocktails, and decadent desserts to 23 W Hubbard St. Take a stroll from the Magnificent Mile to our outdoor patio, or swing by after a show at the Chicago Theatre or the House of Blues. Make unforgettable memories in our uniquely curated space, or take us to your own venue with our offsite catering menu! Street parking is available adjacent to the restaurant for additional fees.
Avg response time 1-2 hrs
Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown
71 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, USA- Spaces for 60-330 Guests
- 2 Hotels
- 2 Ballrooms
- 3 Total Spaces
Located along the famed Chicago River and steps from the Magnificent Mile, The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown offers a variety of meeting and event spaces to suit your needs. With more than 16,000 square feet of flexible function space, The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown offers 18 meeting spaces ranging in size from 350 to 4,300 square feet. The Penthouse Ballroom, located on the 39th floor, boasts floor-to-ceiling windows with 360-degree views of Chicago and a stunning 1600 square foot outdoor terrace. Perched high above the bustling city below, the Penthouse is a perfect photo-op for your next gathering. Our modern venues can accommodate groups from 10 to 300 people. Book a private meeting room to strategize or bring the entire team together for a conference. There is never a 'bored' meeting when thoughtful amenities and attentive service are at your fingertips.
Est. $199/guest$20,000 minPricing Details AvailableAvg response time 12-24 hrs
Canal Street Eatery
314 S Canal St, Chicago, IL 60606, USA- Spaces for 16-200 Guests
- 3 Restaurants
- 1 Bar
- 3 Total Spaces
Nestled in the heart of Chicago’s vibrant West Loop Gate, Canal Street Eatery is a premier destination for weddings and corporate events, offering chic urban style, warm hospitality, and elevated culinary experiences. This distinctive venue is perfect for everything from intimate celebrations to large-scale receptions, corporate happy hours, and festive holiday parties. Designed with both elegance and comfort in mind, the venue features ample onsite parking and wheelchair-accessible facilities to ensure a seamless experience for every guest. For more intimate and exclusive gatherings, The Overpass, our private dining room, provides a refined setting ideal for executive dinners, team celebrations, rehearsal dinners, and private receptions. Just steps away, Cache 310, our intimate cocktail bar, offers a lively and stylish backdrop for engagement parties, corporate happy hours, and seasonal celebrations. Outdoors, the building’s private one-acre urban oasis creates a lush escape from the city—perfect for ceremonies, cocktail hours, and casual corporate gatherings. Inside, our modern dining spaces transform effortlessly to suit your vision, whether you’re hosting a formal seated dinner or a dynamic reception-style event. Canal Street Eatery accommodates up to 200 guests standing or 110 guests seated and offers full-service catering and bartending, including custom menus and curated beverage programs. With high-speed WiFi, get-ready rooms, and thoughtfully appointed furnishings, every detail is designed for a seamless and unforgettable event experience.
$2,500 min
The Lighthouse at 303 E. Wacker
303 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, USA- Spaces for 90-173 Guests
- 1 Event Space
Located on the 30th floor of 303 East Wacker Drive, you will find the mid-century modern design of The Lighthouse event space. Floor-to-ceiling operable windows frame the amazing views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago River and allow you to enjoy the fresh air. The use of various stone, blended with mixed metals, create an inviting atmosphere perfect for any special event, highlighted by trendy leather bar stools, cozy banquettes enhanced with a marble bar waiting to serve a craft cocktail. Corporate or social, business or pleasure, The Lighthouse is a versatile and inviting venue for any gathering. This unique space deserves vendor services with quality, professionalism and sophistication of the highest caliber. We partner with some of the city's premier vendors with proven excellence. Use of other vendors requires our advance approval.
Pricing Details AvailableAvg response time 1-2 days
The Arbory Chicago
2219 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60612, USA- Spaces for 190-300 Guests
- 1 Event Space
Located in a 100-year-old lumber manufacturing plant in the West Town neighborhood of Chicago, our space is the perfect blend of vintage industrial and modern sophistication — outfitted with fully integrated digital capabilities to host your wedding, social, or corporate event. During the week, The Arbory transforms into a blank slate for ample production work and photoshoots or a dynamic setting for corporate breakout sessions and creative brainstorming. On weekends, The Arbory’s custom lighting and furniture amenities create a customizable venue to bring your wedding vision to life. With in-house video production and tech capabilities, we can seamlessly allow for one or two way live streaming options, projection, and full light control with blackout shades on our six oversize skylights. The Arbory includes dimmable Italian café lights, uplighting options, two lounges, as well as custom oak tables and two types of upgraded wood chairs. Our private green room/wedding suite allows for a private moment before and after the ceremony and has been thoughtfully designed with photography in mind. We are thrilled to invite you to celebrate your next event with The Arbory in our brand new venue!
Est. $115/guestNo minimumPricing Details AvailableAvg response time 2-4 hrs
Goose Island Fulton Street Taproom
1800 W Fulton St, Chicago, IL 60612, USASituated in West Town on the corner of Fulton and Wood, the Goose Island Taproom serves rotating, innovative beers made in Chicago, for Chicago. The Taproom opened back in 2015 to bring the beers brewed in the building right to the neighborhood. Along with classics like Honkers Ale and 312 Wheat Ale, our brewers put experimental beers on tap regularly.
$1,000 min
Mesler at the Sophy Hotel
1411 E 53rd St, Chicago, IL 60615, USA- Spaces for 75-120 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
Mesler, a full-service Chicago restaurant, bar, and lounge is artfully composed with a contemporary library and an intimate Private Dining Room offering an inspiring setting for 50-75 guests. Begin the celebration with cocktails in our outdoor Sanctuary or in the bar and lounge area followed by vows and a reception in Mesler and our Private Dining Room. Designed to stimulate thoughtful conversation, the private dining room is ideal for petite weddings, brunches, showers, rehearsal dinners or engagement parties.
$8,000 minAvg response time 2-4 hrs
Art Studio 928
451 South Blvd, Oak Park, IL 60302, USA- Spaces for 80-95 Guests
Studio 928 is a creative hub for local artists and aspiring makers. The studio serves the community with contemporary event space, an artsy gift shop and engaging youth programs promoting art career exploration and education.
Est. $1/guest$700 minAvg response time 2-4 hrs
Low Res Studio
1821 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60622, USA- Spaces for 150-200 Guests
- 1 Event Space
Offering a creative backdrop in West Town, Chicago, let LOW RES play host to a memorable event that’s authentically you. Located in The Hubbard Street Lofts, we provide an inspired, modern space with unique design details featuring custom artwork and furniture - all with fantastic views of downtown.
$2,250 min
Hyatt Rosemont near O'Hare
6350 N River Rd, Rosemont, IL 60018, USA- Spaces for 40-504 Guests
- 3 Hotels
- 3 Ballrooms
Hyatt Rosemont Luxury Hotel Near O'hare Airport With Top Amenities Stay in style at the luxurious, boutique-style Hyatt Rosemont. Our hotel offers all you need for a great stay – beautifully-appointed guestrooms, generous work areas, delicious dining, flexible meeting space and the latest wireless technology. Savor a delicious meal at Networks Restaurant, our newly-renovated restaurant and bar, or order room service and relax in your comfortable hotel suite or guestroom.
$600 minAvg response time 2-4 hrs
Ella Elli
1349 W Cornelia Ave, Chicago, IL 60657, USA- Spaces for 12-85 Guests
- 4 Restaurants
Located in the heart of Lakeview, Ella Elli is a charming space full of conversation and globally inspired cuisine. Our private and semi-private events spaces can host 10 - 85 guests for cocktail reception and buffet style events.
Pricing Details Available
Cooked
2616 N Cicero Ave, Chicago, IL 60639, USA- Spaces for 50-100 Guests
- 1 Event Space
Located just at the border of Logan Square in Kelvin Park our recently rehabbed industrial space is perfect for seated dinners, cocktail parties or corporate events.
$350 min
Millennium Hall at Millennium Park
11 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60602, USA- Spaces for 75-1,000 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
- 1 Museum
- 4 Total Spaces
Whether a birthday party, wedding, or corporate event, Millennium Hall is a multi-purpose event spot worth celebrating. Need an intimate, indoor atmosphere? Try Napolita’s Pizzeria & Wine Bar. Need something bright and outdoors? Try our Double Clutch Patio or Casa Bonita Pavilion. Whatever your event needs, we’ve got you covered. Please fill out the form below and we will be in contact as soon as possible. A stylish, Millennium Park eatery, Napolita’s intimate pizzeria and wine bar features some of the finest authentic, brick oven Neapolitan pizza in Chicago. Always fresh and inspired by the traditional pizzas and dishes of Naples, Italy, our sleek wood and glass architecture compliments a savory, curated menu featuring specialty salads and entrees, sharable appetizers, and exquisite, Italian-style desserts.
Est. $83/guest$3,500 minAvg response time 1-2 days
CV Atelier
2018 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA- Spaces for 60 Guests
CV Atelier at Chicago Vintage Weddings is a small event venue perfect for showers, dinners, parties, meetings and photo shoots. We offer an array of stylish amenities and are run by seasoned event professionals.
$400 min
Cubby Bear
1059 W Addison St, Chicago, IL 60613, USA- Spaces for 95-1,000 Guests
- 3 Restaurants
- 2 Event Spaces
Cubby Bear is located across the street from historic Wrigley Field and plays host to local and National acts, in addition to corporate and social events! With plenty of private party rooms overlooking the Wrigley Field marquee, and menus ranging from the Classic Chicago Dog to Prime Rib Carving Stations, there's something for everyone and every budget! Located in the heart of Wrigleyville, the Cubby Bear has deep roots in Chicago’s music and nightlife scene. It has witnessed some of the most historic Cubs victories and has hosted numerous national and local musical acts. Decades later it remains a top destination for year round live music and sports entertainment. Our venue has been recognized as Best Rock Club by the Chicago Music Awards, #1 Neighborhood Bar in Chicago by Maxim magazine and even 7th best sports bar in the United States by Sports Illustrated. Over the years, we have hosted events; large and small. From birthdays to formal Corporate events, we have the ability to accommodate our customer’s needs.
Est. $93/guestPricing Details AvailableAvg response time 12-24 hrs
Marriott Marquis Chicago
2121 S Prairie Ave, Chicago, IL 60616, USA- Spaces for 10-2,100 Guests
- 3 Hotels
- 3 Ballrooms
- 9 Total Spaces
Elevate your events in Chicago with over 90,000 square feet of versatile space, perfect for conferences, meetings, and weddings. Located in the heart of downtown, our conference room is steps away from McCormick Place, offering seamless connectivity with high-speed Internet and advanced audiovisual capabilities. Choose from 63 magnificent event locations, providing approximately 90,000 square feet of flexible space to accommodate weddings of any size and style. Our Level 33 venue offers panoramic views of Chicago and Lake Michigan, ensuring a memorable experience. Whether hosting a meeting or celebrating your wedding, enjoy the grandeur of the Great Lakes Ballroom, accommodating parties of up to 2,100 people, with stunning views of downtown Chicago and Lake Michigan from every direction.
Pricing Details Available
The Galleria
1010 W 35th St, Chicago, IL 60609, USA- Spaces for 50-75 Guests
- 1 Event Space
The Galleria offers a unique setting for small receptions, meetings and private events. Convenient street parking with a parking lot for your guest. The Galleria holds up-to 75 people. The contemporary artworks displayed at the gallery provide a colorful background to any special occasion. With our trendy location and ease of access, the soaring ceilings and open loft space create the perfect blank canvas for you to use your artistic freedom and make it your own. This intimate large, high ceiling, open concept space is perfect for networking events, record release gatherings, premiers, cocktail parties, pop up shops, curated art exhibitions and more. We will remove art upon request at no extra charge. Our stylish 2500 square feet loft and bright art gallery is the perfect venue for your next event! What’s provided if needed at no additional cost: 1.) 5 highboys 2.) 2 rectangle dinner tables (6 per table) 3.) 4 round dinner tables 4.) Warmers 5.) Outside catering okay 6.) 120” projection screen 7.) 30 folding chairs Any other event items needed can be rented at an additional cost.
$300 minAvg response time 1-2 hrs
The Roanoke
135 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60602, USA- Spaces for 50-300 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
- 1 Hotel
- 3 Total Spaces
The Roanoke is an upscale restaurant and lounge that serves trendy comfort food, signature cocktails, craft beers, and great wine. We have private dining for parties of all sizes! Luxurious finishes, copper accents, and warm lighting were inspired by the rotisserie & brick oven fire at the display kitchen. Masculine lines are tailored to contrast with subtle historical references, some original to the 1913 building, for visual interest. The Roanoke offers various seating options for every occasion. Sit at the counter along the display kitchen for an interesting culinary experience, cozy up to the warm, inviting bar, and finally have a seat near the fireplace for more intimate dining. The Roanoke is a great place to gather with friends and colleagues. They have great event space to accommodate your groups of 2 to 300. Visit the Roanoke Club lounge for a business meeting in the Chicago Loop.
Est. $187/guest$15,000 minPricing Details AvailableAvg response time 12-24 hrs