Top Evanston 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 Evanston. 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 Evanston venue has never been easier.

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    Epiphany Center for the Arts

    201 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
    • Spaces for 350-950 Guests

    The closed, ancient Church of the Epiphany has been restored and transformed into an iconic cultural hub 'For the Good of Art, Entertainment, and Events'. The project was conceived with the idea of restoring Epiphany as a place where people may once again congregate. The exemplary 42,000 square foot campus includes three distinct venues and a stunning array of amenities, including art studios, classrooms, exhibit space and gallery, a commercial and catering kitchen, café, VIP suite, and a collection of artistically appointed outdoor spaces, including a charming quarter-acre courtyard, spacious terrace, and stunning patio. The campus is located in the heart of downtown Los Angeles. While 'Bringing Chicago Together,' Epiphany's varied and inclusive art programming serves to unify the community and artists alike by bringing them together. On the artsy edge of Chicago's West Loop, there is a brand new single-destination wedding venue that is out of this world. Unforgettable weddings may be held here, as well as bachelor and bachelorette parties, a rehearsal dinner, a wedding reception and an after-party, all in a beautiful environment. The bridal suite, man cave, and a range of wonderfully built outdoor areas are just a few of the coveted facilities at Epiphany.

    Avg response time 6-12 hrs
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    The Chicago Theatre

    175 N State St, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
    • Spaces for 3,553 Guests

    The landmark Chicago Theatre is likely the city’s most iconic venue, and its famous C-H-I-C-A-G-O marquee lights up State Street every evening. Located in Chicago’s Loop, The Chicago Theatre hosts everything from concerts and comedians to film premiers and special events. Its convenient downtown location is close to hotels, restaurants and parking. Auditorium and lobbies are available to rent for special events, and the venue also has a private 250-seat downstairs theatre. The Chicago Theatre can easily accommodate, fashion and television shows, up-fronts, benefits, concerts, plays, award ceremonies, corporate meetings, dinners on stage, receptions, graduations and weddings. Additionally, the venue offers the “Chicago Theatre Marquee Tour” weekly, which takes guests on a history-filled journey from the inception of this majestic venue in 1921 all the way to its present day incarnation as a premiere entertainment venue.

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    Arbella

    Chicago, IL, USA
    • Spaces for 34-100 Guests
    • 2 Restaurants

    The Arbella, flagship of the Winthrop Fleet, sailed from England to Salem in 1630, and gave birth to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. During the voyage, the passengers and crew managed to consume the 10,000 gallons of wine that had been stowed on board as part of the ship’s provisions. In the spirit of the age of exploration, we strive to follow the ship’s occupants sense of adventure, leaving home to start something new and the search for freedom and choice to lead lives of individual distinction. We have taken this approach with our menu, giving you the opportunity to journey to many locales throughout the world of cocktails. We sincerely hope that amongst our offerings you will find something that satisfies your thirst, but may also, for a brief moment, spark your wanderlust.

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    Sable Hotel

    900 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
    • Spaces for 40-500 Guests
    • 4 Restaurants
    • 3 Bars
    • 4 Total Spaces

    With a unique blend of elegance and comfort that just has to be experienced, and views that have to be seen to be believed, Sable at Navy Pier crowns one of Chicago’s signature destinations. Lush accommodations, unique dining experiences, and a rooftop bar unlike any other, guarantee that your visit to the new landmark on Chicago’s landmark will be unmatched, unmistakable and completely unforgettable. Host your dream wedding, throw a world-class party, take in the views, or step outside and soak in the downtown Chicago vibes from the shores of Lake Michigan. Dive head first into Chicago’s newest and most extraordinary hotel experience. Sable’s stylish venues, brilliant chefs, and dedicated, personalized service are truly unmatched. The Great Lakes Ballrooms are 3,456 sq feet and located on the 2nd floor of the hotel with 884 sq feet of pre-function area. These stylish event rooms feature 10 ½’, floor-to-ceiling glass windows with sweeping, unobstructed views of Lake Michigan and Chicago’s Skyline. The Great Lakes Ballrooms can be divided into a maximum of 5 breakout rooms – Michigan, Superior, Huron, Ontario and Erie – in a matter of minutes with air walls. Capacity is ideal for intimate meetings of 6 while still an excellent choice for grand celebrations of 200 - all with the best views of Lake Michigan that Chicago has to offer. Located in the Sable Hotel, Lírica restaurant provides a fresh take on Latin-inspired cuisine and promises to serve up delicious delights for all tastes. Enjoy a modern open kitchen, expansive bar, and outdoor seating with sweeping views of Lake Michigan. Event options range from 10 to 40 guests in our private dining room, or up to 175 guests with both indoor and outdoor options.

    Avg response time 1-2 hrs
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    Anita Dee Yacht Charters

    111 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
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    Café By The River

    110 N Upper Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60606, USA

    Chef José Andrés reimagines the traditional American coffee shop and café with a touch of the distinctive Spanish flavor that he is known for in his new restaurant, Café by the River. A café in Spain is much more than just a location where one may purchase a cup of coffee. It is a focal point for engaging in conversation, generating new ideas, and, of course, indulging in some gastronomic pleasure. Café by the River brings that mentality into the current day by mixing the tastes and warmth of Spanish cafés with the convenience of an American coffee shop. The café is located on the banks of the river that runs through the city. The café is located on the river walk level of the towering Bank of America Building, which is 55 stories tall. It serves office employees throughout the day, giving them with fuel and a side of Chicago River views. Café by the River provides something for everyone as Chicagoans head back to the workplace. Online ordering is accessible for those who want a quick morning caffeine kick, and the dining area is bright, open, and sprinkled with greenery for those who'd want to linger over lunch with friends. The Café by the River has a comprehensive selection of both coffee and tea. The cuisine options, which include breakfast served all day, sandwiches, salads, and pastries, all have a Spanish feel to them (a breakfast sandwich on Pan de Cristal bread, grilled cheese made with four Spanish cheeses, and the signature xuixo, a crispy fried cream-filled pastry rolled in sugar). Meetings and coffee breaks may be elevated to a higher level than the standard boxed lunches served in conference rooms by utilizing to-go and catering packages. The service at the café is usually courteous and swift, but it is never rushed. This ensures that office employees don't have to go too far away from their desks in order to indulge in a delectable meal or snack. In the course of the day, Café By The River provides the occupants of the Bank of America Tower as well as the inhabitants of Chicago with delectable cuisine and beverages that are refreshing. The area undergoes a complete makeover in the evening, transforming into an impressive venue that is perfect for organizing private gatherings. Our staff is available to collaborate with you in the organization of gatherings of varying sizes and themes.

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    Chicago Marriott Suites Deerfield

    2 Parkway N, Deerfield, IL 60015, USA
    • Spaces for 10-120 Guests
    • 2 Restaurants
    • 9 Hotels
    • 9 Total Spaces

    Tucked away in the serene suburb of Deerfield, the Chicago Marriott Suites Deerfield blends modern comfort with Midwestern charm. Each of its spacious two-room suites is a sanctuary of style—French doors open to reveal a living area perfect for unwinding or diving into work. Whether you're fueling up at the Parkway Grill, breaking a sweat in the sleek fitness center, or soaking in the sun by the seasonal outdoor pool, this hotel offers more than a stay—it offers space to breathe. Just off I-294 and minutes from Fortune 500 headquarters, Ravinia Park, and the Chicago Botanic Garden, it’s a quiet escape with downtown Chicago always within reach. Perfect for business, pleasure, or a bit of both.

    Avg response time 2-4 hrs
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    Walnut Room

    111 N State St, Chicago, IL 60602, USA
    • 1 Restaurant

    The world-famous Walnut Room was the first restaurant ever opened in a department store. With Circassian wood paneling imported from Russia and Austrian chandeliers, the 17,000 square foot dining room is both elegant and comfortable. Conveniently located in the heart of the Chicago theatre district, the Walnut Room is an excellent choice to take a break from shopping or for a meal and a glass of wine before the show.

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    American Writers Museum

    180 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
    • Spaces for 15-250 Guests
    • 5 Museums
    • 5 Landmarks

    Our state-of-the-art space brings private events to life against the backdrop of the history of American writings, providing a truly unique experience. Private events held in the museum have exclusive access to all exhibits and guests can enjoy food and drink while exploring the museum. Like a good book, your guests won’t want the event to end! With various rooms and seating options, we can accommodate a range of events - seated dinners in our Nation of Writers gallery, cocktail receptions in Readers Hall, intimate corporate breakfast meetings, and more. Attention nonprofit organizations! When you rent a party venue at the American Writers Museum, you can host a memorable and unique celebration for all ages without having to break the bank. Special Venue Pricing*: Save 30% off the venue fee for Sunday to Wednesday events and 20% off for Thursday to Saturday events. *Proof of 501(c)(3) status required

  • Featured photo from Broken English The Loop

    Broken English The Loop

    75 E Lake St, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
    • Spaces for 75 Guests

    Broken English has locations in three of Chicagos most vibrant neighborhoods: The Loop, Old Town, & Lincoln Park. Broken English combines a unique take on Mexican street style tacos, refreshing beverages, eclectic music, and vivid artwork created by local talent. Book a private event, a venue buyout, or reserve an area for your corporate & social parties and group dining needs. Their team will help you design customized party menus with their exquisite in-house catering, choose unique beverage packages with specialty cocktails, and create an elevated entertainment experience for your guests.

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    Teatro Zinzanni

    32 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60601, USA
    • Spaces for 120-450 Guests
    • 2 Event Spaces

    Chicago’s elegant, magical, and unique special event venue – Teatro ZinZanni, is located on the 14th floor of the Cambria Hotel, and provides meeting/event space, fine dining, and world-class entertainment options. Perfect for holiday parties, corporate events, fundraisers, weddings, and social events. Upon entering the lobby the party begins as you are directed up to the 14th floor. Once a long-forgotten space, now you step off the elevator and enter an exquisite large reception area three stories high with exposed brick and elegant chandeliers as well as a gorgeous complete cocktail bar. Events can be held here with a seated capacity of 120 people or cocktails rounds for 200 people. This reception area leads to the beautiful Spiegeltent ZaZou which is a 60' tall 100-year-old unique jewel box velvet Belgium mirror tent. This remarkable circular space holds up to 340 people seated and has an elevated area for a band as well as the option to raise the 12' center stage for a dramatic effect. In addition, world-class entertainment from the Teatro ZinZanni show can be included. Elements of the show that can be customized and incorporated into your event are world-renowned acrobats, musicians, divas, illusionists, madmen, and aerialists. The whole venue also has its own state-of-the-art kitchen to produce a fine array of appetizers, plated multi-course meals, and desserts. Food is freshly prepared by the Debbie Sharpe Goddess and the Grocer team. Whole-day, half-day, and evening rental options are available.

    Avg response time 1-2 days
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    Chicago Cultural Center

    78 E Washington St, Chicago, IL 60602, USA
    • Spaces for 80-800 Guests
    • 3 Museums
    • 3 Landmarks

    The Chicago Cultural Center, amongst the ornate decor of marble, polished brass, fine hardwoods, and colorful mosaics holds a rich history of the Windy City. Initially built as the first central public library of Chicago, this building has become one of the most visited attractions in the city. Home to not one, but two spectacular crystal domes, this building will serve as a decadent background to any private event or wedding. Close to numerous hotels, shopping and across the street from Millennium Park, The Chicago Cultural Center is convenient for those traveling near and far.

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    Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop

    733 West Madison Street, West Side, Chicago, IL, USA
    • Spaces for 350-465 Guests
    • 1 Hotel
    • 1 Ballroom
    • 1 Meeting Space

    Impress everyone in your group with our beautifully designed event space. Whether you have an event for 4 or 400 people, you will have our dedicated, professional staff all to yourselves. Our flexible space, menus and planning team are sure to make your program a success.

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    Sal's On Tap

    1645 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612, USA
    • 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.

    Avg response time 4-6 hrs
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    AmazingSpace@625

    625 W Adams St, Chicago, IL 60661, USA
    • Spaces for 300-750 Guests
    • 1 Ballroom
    • 1 Event Space
    • 1 space at this venue

    Located steps away from Old St Patrick’s Church at the cross-section of Quincy and Desplaines, Amazing Space is the ultimate West Loop Gate locale for your wedding reception or social event. A separate lobby entrance is around the corner at 207 S. Desplaines, and next to the parking garage - a welcome respite from the challenges of the city of Chicago parking. (Imagine after saying your “I Do’s” you and your guests will walk across the street to be greeted by a sun-drenched foyer for cocktails.) Amazing Space includes a catering kitchen, distinctive bars, tables and chairs, restrooms on the first and second floors, an elevated lighting system, a sunny bridal suite, and a sophisticated A/V. The 6,000 sq. foot event space boasts soaring ceilings and architectural elements inspired by Old St. Pat’s. The 2nd-floor mezzanine overlooks the main floor providing a beautiful flow for your cocktail reception and the chance for your guests to enjoy the dancing and merriment from above.

    Avg response time 12-24 hrs
  • Featured photo from Convene 311 W Monroe

    Convene 311 W Monroe

    311 W Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60606, USA
    • Spaces for 18-493 Guests
    • 1 Event Space
    • 2 Meeting Spaces

    Located in The Loop neighborhood of downtown Chicago, Convene 311 W Monroe offers six meeting rooms across 24,000 square-feet with capacity to hold up to 250 guests. This location is ideal for conferences, internal meetings, and sales kick-offs. The design of this destination pays homage to the city’s rich industrial and musical history by interweaving modernist architecture with an interior design reminiscent of Chicago’s underground jazz scene. The space exhibits warm hues through ambient lighting with rich pops of color and intricate detailing throughout. Convene 311 W Monroe provides a white box space allowing for client and event branding opportunities, in-house catering with customization options and dining private to each event, in-room A/V technology supported by an on-site team, and dedicated hospitality resources. Convene 311 W Monroe is located between South Wacker Drive and South Franklin Street in the Loop near Washington/Wells Station and Quincy Station.

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    Private Dining by Sepia

    123 N Jefferson St, Chicago, IL 60661, USA
    • Spaces for 60-140 Guests
    • 1 Restaurant
    • 1 Event Space

    Private Dining by Sepia serves as the ideal backdrop for the inventive, American cuisine created by James Beard Award nominated Chef Andrew Zimmerman. Available seven days a week for lunch or dinner, it can accommodate up to 60 guests for a seated meal and up to 100 for a standing cocktail reception. Private Dining by Sepia offers a unique venue for bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, and small weddings. Michelin-starred Sepia restaurant, located next door to the private dining room, may be available for a full buyout on select dates. Accommodating up to 120 for a seated meal, the main dining room offers a warm and intimate setting for a memorable event.

  • GIIG Event Space

    711 W Howard St, Evanston, IL 60202, USA
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    The Kenilworth Assembly Hall

    10 Kenilworth Ave, Kenilworth, IL 60043, USA
    • Spaces for 200-300 Guests
    • 1 Ballroom
    • 1 Landmark
    • 1 Historic Space

    The Kenilworth Assembly Hall was designed by Chicago architect George W. Maher, who was a contemporary of Frank Lloyd Wright. It was completed in 1907. It is designated on the National Register of Historic Places and has functioned as a lovely community house since it was built in the early twentieth century. Located in the lovely North Shore community of Kenilworth, it is conveniently located close to Lake Michigan, downtown Chicago, and other major transportation hubs. Take a time to learn more about the intriguing history of the Kenilworth Assembly Hall by reading the following article. The Kenilworth Assembly Hall has a variety of areas to accommodate all of your event requirements. In the Grand Ballroom, guests can be seated for a plated meal for up to 200 people and up to 300 for a cocktail reception. The beautiful Neighbor's Room may accommodate up to 75 guests. Flexibility and customization are two of our key strengths. You may choose from a variety of alternatives, such as putting up your wedding party on our spacious stage, utilizing our built-in benches to create innovative seating arrangements, or having a warm fire going in our wood-burning fireplace. We will make certain that your wedding is as one-of-a-kind and wonderful as the two of you. Please see our Wedding & Events Guide for a more in-depth look at our facility and its offerings.

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    DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago North Shore

    9599 Skokie Blvd, Skokie, IL 60077, USA
    • Spaces for 400-600 Guests
    • 1 Hotel
    • 1 Ballroom

    Meeting and event space totals 22,000 square feet. The Chicago skyline and the North Shore may be seen from our rooftop ballroom. A/V equipment, a business center, and catering are all available. Create your own attendee webpage or request that the hotel do it for you. Your room block booking confirmation email has everything you need, including your event dates, the 7-letter hotel code, and your group's special pricing code. Our caterers will assist you in creating a memorable dinner for your event. Jameson's Charhouse serves a variety of steaks, chops, and fresh fish that are sure to please. Keep an eye out for our daily comfort food and distinctive beverages. The North Shore Center for the Performing Arts is right across the street from our hotel. Across the street are the Westfield Old Orchard Mall and Skokie Hospital. The rooftop Monaco Ballroom with panoramic views of the Chicago skyline is part of our IACC-certified Conference Center. Enjoy our indoor and outdoor pools, which are open seasonally. From check-in to check-out, we are dedicated to providing a safe and pleasurable stay. Visit Hilton.com/CleanStay for more information. It's possible that face coverings will be required. Please contact the hotel for additional details. Business center, fitness center, pool, and valet parking are all available. Available but with modified service: On-site Restaurant(s) (s). We know you're just as excited as we are to see travel return, even if it looks a little different now. We also recognize that our guests' cleanliness and disinfection standards have evolved. Hilton CleanStay, which uses the same high-quality products you trust at home, adds to our already stringent cleaning standards to give you complete peace of mind when you stay with any of Hilton's 18 brands. Our pledge to you is to provide the same high-quality, pleasant service that you've come to expect from Hilton, but with the extra assurance of industry-leading hygienic measures designed to keep you safe.