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  The Old Post Office

  433 W Van Buren St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA

  • 3 Opening Party Albums
  • Spaces for 56-3,500 Guests
  • 3 Bars
  • 1 Landmark
  • 9 Total Spaces

  Your guests will love the Historic Lobby, timeless with its 1920s tributes of white marble and gold accents. Paired with our modern reception rooms, Marquee Conference Center, and rooftop, this Chicago landmark provides the perfect back- drop for your event. The Old Post Office Then The Old Post Office is composed of three buildings, the first completed in 1921, with its current form completed in 1934. Its capacity was needed to serve Chicago's great volume of postal business, inflated by the mail-order businesses of Montgomery, Ward, and Sears. ARCHITECTS: Graham, Anderson, Probst, and White The Old Post Office Now The historic art deco structure is 12 stories tall, with a total of 2,500,000 square feet of office-lead mixed-use develop- ment. The completed structure is home to more than 12 event spaces, including the Historic Lobby, which has been restored to its original state, and a 3.5-acre rooftop called the Meadow.

  Avg response time 12-24 hrs

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  Naia

  300 N La Salle Dr, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

  • 1 Opening Party Album
  • Spaces for 12-1,200 Guests
  • 5 Restaurants
  • 4 Bars
  • 6 Total Spaces

  Our venue was thoughtfully designed to host large scale events throughout our entire venue. NAIA is separated into two areas: the restaurant and the lounge. Each space has its own layout, design, full-service bar, and river views. An airwall separates the two spaces and can be opened for a seamless flow between the two or closed to create fully private areas. On the restaurant side, our private dining room can accommodate up to 40 guests. This space features a mirrored wall that allows you to see out, while maintaining privacy so outside guests cannot see in. The space is situated toward the back of the restaurant, but you and your guests will still have a view of the river! There is also a semi-private round table located just off our dining room. This setting provides an intimate dining experience while allowing guests to enjoy the energy and atmosphere of the restaurant. Our venue was designed so that every seat in the house offers stunning river views. Our full restaurant can seat up to 275 guests. Our Lounge features an expansive bar and patio, modern lounge furniture, and floor to ceiling windows with a view of the river! Accordion style doors open to the patio, allowing guests to flow seamlessly throughout the space. Heaters built into the pergola allow our patio to be used into the fall months. Depending on your group size and preferred event setup, an airwall can split the interior space into smaller sections, making each half of the lounge private. Our full lounge can host up to 250 guests with each side accommodating groups of up to 100. This space offers additional flexibility, allowing for a fully seated dinners of up to 135 guests! Reserving the entire venue (our restaurant, lounge, and outdoor patio) we can accommodate 750+ guests for a cocktail-style event or 400 for a fully seated lunch or dinner!

  Avg response time 12-24 hrs

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  Harris Theater for Music and Dance

  205 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60601, USA

  • 2 Opening Party Albums
  • Spaces for 40-1,499 Guests
  • 4 Theaters
  • 4 Event Spaces
  • 4 Total Spaces

  The Harris Theater is located in the cultural heart of downtown Chicago, against the spectacular backdrop of Millennium Park – the top tourist attraction in the Midwest. As the home venue of nearly 30 of Chicago’s not-for-profit arts organizations and a presenter of great artists from around the world, the Theater boasts some of the most diverse offerings of any multi-use venue in downtown Chicago. A destination venue for live performances and cultural events, the Theater provides a unique setting for conference keynotes, corporate meetings, product launches, live tapings, and commercial productions. Prominent artists, companies, and thought leaders that have appeared on the Harris stage include Mikhail Baryshnikov, Joshua Bell, English National Ballet, Tom Hanks, Chelsea Handler, Angélique Kidjo, Marie Kondo, Ernst & Young, KPMG, Paris Opera Ballet, Stuff You Should Know, and Sheryl Sandberg, among others. With a range of private event spaces, lighting and technical inventory, and modern amenities included in the rental rate, the Harris Theater is a flexible and accessible space that can be tailored to any event. Beyond the facility itself, the Theater’s in-house technical expertise, box office and ticketing support, marketing services, and experienced customer service staff will ensure that each renter has the support and infrastructure they need to execute a successful event for their clients, employees, and audience.

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  Avg response time 12-24 hrs

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  Tree House Chicago

  149 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

  • 1 Opening Party Album
  • Spaces for 8-500 Guests
  • 3 Restaurants
  • 3 Bars
  • 4 Total Spaces

  Located in the heart of Chicago’s River North neighborhood, Tree House Chicago and Tunnel offer two unique event experiences under one roof. Tree House features an immersive, ever-changing atmosphere with elaborate seasonal installations, making it a memorable setting for corporate events, holiday parties, cocktail receptions, private celebrations and full venue buyouts. Upstairs, Tunnel offers a high-energy, modern event space featuring incredible lighting, a large video wall, multiple screens, two bars and a retractable roof. Together, the venues offer flexible options for intimate gatherings, large-scale corporate events, brand activations, watch parties and celebrations. With in-house catering, customizable beverage packages and an experienced events team, each event can be tailored to create a seamless and unforgettable experience.

  Est. $35/guest

  Avg response time 12-24 hrs

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    Naia

    Spaces for 12-1,200 Guests

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    The Ivy Room

    Spaces for 1-275 Guests

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    The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago

    Spaces for 14-300 Guests

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  Salon 61

  61 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

  • 1 Opening Party Album
  • Spaces for 40-300 Guests
  • 3 Ballrooms
  • 3 Event Spaces
  • 3 Total Spaces

  Salon 61 is the newest private event space from Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants, located in Chicago's River North neighborhood at 61 W. Hubbard Street. This chic new venue, perfect for hosting weddings, rehearsal dinners, corporate meetings, and milestone celebrations, joins other Lettuce event spaces, including RPM Events, 167 Events, The Dalcy, and The Ivy Room. Salon 61 offers guests the opportunity to curate a menu for their next event that features the best of Lettuce Entertain You, including signature dishes from several Lettuce brands, such as RPM Seafood, Sushi-san, and more. Our executive chef team customizes menus for your event. With flexible options ranging from seated dining to interactive stations, passed hors d’oeuvres, and more, our culinary team can bring anything to life for you. Salon 61 offers 3,900 square feet of space and can accommodate parties of up to 125 guests for a seated event or 250 for a cocktail-style reception. The venue features two large rooms, each with unique decor and character. The Library, perfect for a cocktail hour, welcome drinks, and more, offers an intimate setting with warm, wood-paneled walls and coffered cherry wood ceilings.

  Est. $225/guest

  $20,000 min

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  Avg response time 1-2 days

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  The Canvas by Ever

  1338 W Fulton St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA

  • 1 Opening Party Album
  • Spaces for 40-150 Guests
  • 4 Restaurants
  • 1 Bar
  • 4 Total Spaces

  The Canvas by Ever is perfect for wedding receptions, ceremonies, rehearsal dinners, family celebrations, company meetings and business dinners. This large room is a blank canvas, a customizable space in which you can create an elegant, unforgettable event. The Canvas is located right next door to Ever restaurant and After lounge in Chicago's West Fulton Market. The Canvas is an extension of two-Michelin-starred Ever and thus pursues Chef Curtis Duffy's vision of unparalleled food, wine, ambiance and service. Our events team will go above and beyond to bring your personal vision to life and help you create a stunning event, whether your celebration is for eight or 100 people. In addition to the main Canvas room, we offer six other luxe private event spaces that can accommodate various aspects of your special event—from private rooms in Ever restaurant and After lounge, to a gorgeous rooftop space with stunning views of the downtown Chicago skyline. All of our spaces are in the same building We are in the business of giving guests once-in-a-lifetime experiences. It would be our honor to host your important event.

  Est. $346/guest

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  Avg response time 12-24 hrs

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  The Ivy Hotel

  233 E Ontario St, Chicago, IL 60611, USA

  • 1 Opening Party Album
  • Spaces for 30-100 Guests
  • 1 Bar
  • 3 Hotels
  • 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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  Allium

  333 N Ogden Ave, Chicago, IL 60607, USA

  • 1 Opening Party Album
  • Spaces for 200-300 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 2 Event Spaces

  A Blue Plate Experience Perched above the energy of Fulton Market - Chicago’s hub for style, innovation, and culture - Allium is a vibrant new event venue from the team at Blue Plate. Defined by architectural elegance and framed by sweeping skyline views, Allium offers a rare balance of refinement and flexibility. Seamless indoor and outdoor spaces create a canvas for extraordinary gatherings, from timeless weddings and landmark celebrations to polished corporate and nonprofit events. As the latest chapter in Blue Plate’s tradition of culinary excellence and gracious hospitality, Allium is more than a venue - it’s a destination where design, service, and experience converge to create moments of lasting beauty.

  Avg response time 12-24 hrs

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  Dēliz Italian Steakhouse

  1840 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, USA

  • 1 Opening Party Album
  • Spaces for 40-380 Guests
  • 3 Restaurants
  • 2 Bars
  • 3 Total Spaces

  Located in Chicago’s Bucktown neighborhood, Dēliz Italian Steakhouse offers a stylish setting for private dinners, corporate gatherings, cocktail receptions, and milestone celebrations. The two-level restaurant pairs plush seating and dramatic lighting with a lively, contemporary atmosphere designed for memorable evenings. Guests can enjoy handmade pastas, wood-fired steaks, premium Wagyu, seafood, and creative cocktails, with menus shaped around bold Italian flavors. Outdoor dining and flexible group arrangements extend the experience, while the central location near Wicker Park makes Dēliz a sophisticated yet approachable choice for events in Chicago.

  Avg response time 12-24 hrs

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  Cache 310

  310 S Canal St, Chicago, IL 60606, USA

  • 1 Opening Party Album
  • Spaces for 10-100 Guests
  • 2 Restaurants
  • 2 Bars
  • 2 Total Spaces

  Just steps away from Canal Street Eatery, Cache 310 is an intimate, French-inspired cocktail lounge designed for memorable gatherings of all kinds. Whether you’re planning a fully private celebration or a semi-private team happy hour, the space offers a warm, stylish atmosphere with low lighting, plush lounge seating, and expertly crafted cocktails. Ideal for corporate events, networking receptions, birthdays, and special celebrations, Cache 310 balances elevated hospitality with a relaxed, social energy that encourages guests to linger and connect. The flexible layout allows for both seated and reception-style events, making it easy to tailor the space to your vision. From casual after-work gatherings to milestone celebrations, Cache 310 provides a welcoming, polished backdrop that feels both sophisticated and effortlessly inviting for hosts and guests alike.

  $2,000 min

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  Vela

  352 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

  • 1 Opening Party Album
  • Spaces for 12-150 Guests
  • 3 Restaurants
  • 1 Bar

  Inspired by the cultural richness and vibrancy of Mexico City. At Vela, the diverse flavors and energy of Mexico are showcased through the lens of its capital city. Taking its name from the Spanish word for candle, Vela bridges the past and the present, where the flames of tradition dance with the contemporary. Its name captures the essence of The Celeste Group’s commitment for Vela to be a place where the warmth of Mexican culture and the vibrant tastes, styles and sounds of Mexico City converge to create an unforgettable experience. Located in the heart of River North, Chicago, brings the vibrant flavors of Mexico City to life. Our menu showcases authentic Mexican cuisine with a modern twist, from flavorful tacos to traditional dishes crafted by Chef Jorge Angulo. Sip on expertly curated cocktails featuring a vast selection of tequila and mezcal, including rare pours. Vela offers the perfect venue for private dining and events, with intimate spaces like our Private Dining Room and the stylish Zona Rosa. Whether you're enjoying a casual night out or hosting a private event, Vela delivers a warm and cosmopolitan experience infused with Mexican spirit. Join us for an unforgettable evening of food, drinks, and culture in one of Chicago's most energetic neighborhoods.

  Est. $100/guest

  $1,000 min

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  Griffin Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago

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

  • 1 Opening Party Album
  • Spaces for 50-12,000 Guests
  • 7 Museums
  • 7 Landmarks
  • 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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  Morgan Arts Complex

  3622 S Morgan St, Chicago, IL 60609, USA

  • 1 Opening Party Album
  • Spaces for 300-500 Guests

  The MAC is home to a century old historic event space surrounded by world class art galleries and significant art. We have hosted events for international celebrities, political leaders, corporate events, and couples getting married. And I would love the opportunity to show you how special we can make your event. The MAC has outstanding space for a variety of events, from seated dinners up to 300 to cocktail receptions up to 500. Add in our outdoor space and we can expand those numbers! So, if your plan includes 50 to 500 let’s talk. From on-site parking to spectacular private suites for brides and grooms to get ready on their special day, to separate exhibit areas for corporate displays, our space is versatile for any event. We have a variety of catering options and services to meet your needs and budget, as well as quite a bit of in-house equipment that saves on your overall costs. To plan your special event please call me so that we can schedule your private tour. Words don’t adequately describe the space so please come and visit! I look forward to hearing from you! Sincerely, Madison McLaughlin Director of Sales and Events Email: mmclaughlin@morganartscomplex.com PH: 773-455-1970 Morgan Arts Complex 3622 S Morgan St Chicago IL 60609 http://www.morganartscomplex.com

  Est. $100/guest

  $10,000 min

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  Avg response time 12-24 hrs

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  iO Theater

  1501 N Kingsbury St, Chicago, IL 60642, USA

  • 1 Opening Party Album
  • Spaces for 20-1,000 Guests
  • 1 Restaurant
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 8 Total Spaces

  For your next event, you want a venue as unique as you. Whether you are planning your next social or corporate celebration, fundraiser, conference, or private party, the iO Theater is the perfect venue for an unforgettable event. Our premier event space, The Clybourn offers clients 3,000 sq ft of modern rustic space with windows. Featuring private bars, in-house AV, dimmable lighting, our customizable floor plans (with the option of utilizing our in-house furniture including banquet rounds, high-tops and chairs) we provide a turn-key experience for your special event. You can also take advantage of our four state-of-the-art conference-ready theaters and sound systems, our five breakout spaces, and our in-house kitchen and bar, At iO Theater we take care of everything – a malleable event venue, dinner and drinks, and an evening of laughter from the best improvisers in Chicago, you just bring your team. The iO Theater is the perfect backdrop for your next event including: Corporate Events Weddings Bar/Bat Mitzvahs Birthdays Holiday Parties Recitals and productions Conferences Team Outings Since 1981, The iO Theater has been the foundational institution dedicated to the development of long-form improvisational theater; we have trained thousands of students and helped launch the careers of countless comedians and actors like Tina Fey, Amy Poehler, Mike Meyers, and Jason Sudeikis (just to name a few). Now, iO's creative spaces can become a background for your events, big or small!

  Est. $108/guest

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  Avg response time 2-4 hrs

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  KASHMIR

  Chicago, IL, USA

  • 1 Opening Party Album
  • Spaces for 50-299 Guests
  • 2 Restaurants

  Kashmir. Located at the end of Randolph Street in Chicago’s Fulton Market District, Kashmir is an escapist nightlife experience, where exclusivity meets abandon. From international hospitality group Bonhomme, Kashmir is an homage to the over the top parties of New York and London clubs in the 80's, set in an intimate room filled with Italian panache and Parisian chic.

  Avg response time 12-24 hrs

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  Bambola

  Chicago, IL, USA

  • 1 Opening Party Album
  • Spaces for 30-400 Guests
  • 3 Restaurants

  Bambola // Turkish restaurant & cocktail bar exploring the flavors that span from Italy to China in Chicago’s Fulton Market District. From Italy to China, passing through Greece, Iran, India, Thailand, and Vietnam, Bambola offers an aesthetic and culinary expedition for guests that wish to explore the mosaic of flavors, colors, and textures that characterize the acclaimed cuisines along the legendary Silk Road. This multicultural exchange, created by merchants centuries ago, is now brought to life in the kitchen of our restaurant and cocktail bar, exploring the shared cultural heritage between the East and the West, using Istanbul as the historical gateway that connects both territories. Chefs Marcos Campos, Erwin Mallet and Shannah Primiano have traveled along the Silk Road to create a menu inspired by the rich traditions, ancestral techniques, exciting products and flavorsome spices widely exchanged and mastered by Eastern and Western cultures since the 13th century. Led by industry vanguard Brian Sturgulewski, Bambola’s bar celebrates modern beverages inspired by timeless ingredients from the historic Silk Road. Inspired by the amalgamation of cultures along the trade routes, our creative craft cocktails combine local drinking traditions, global spirits, complementary spices and ingredients. Nonalcoholic drinks have also been a mainstay of the beverage program since day one with spirit-free cocktails that share the same flavorful, colorful and fun originality as our spirit-friendly creations. Bambola’s wine list transports you to some of the most exciting regions of the planet through the lens of our favorite iconoclastic & natural winemakers of the moment. We aim to tell these winemakers’ stories while gently urging you to explore regions and styles that fall outside of “typical wine” parameters. We believe that these ancient techniques and wine styles incite the adventurer in all of us. Culture, travel and style are at the heart of everything we do at Bonhomme. Designed by our studio Maison Bonhomme, Bambola is a romantic voyage along the Silk Road as imagined through the travels of a bon vivant and connoisseur where one city, Istanbul — as a historic gateway between East and West, Asia and Europe — is our constant touchstone due to its peerless mix of influences and cultures, textiles and objects, highly decorative details, and a culture of hospitality. Bambola’s rare, imaginative and jaw-droppingly diverse array of artistic elements is a testament to the crossroads of Eastern and Western civilizations. Bambola is filled with Italy’s finest textiles, furniture by some of the most exciting designers of the 20th and 21st centuries, and Popham Design’s dramatic handmade cement tiles juxtaposed with museum-quality 18th and 19th century antiquities and rare furnishings collected from China, Thailand, Burma, Pakistan and India in collaboration with Doug Van Tress and Chauwarin Tuntisak of The Golden Triangle. Bambola is warmly illuminated with one-ofa- kind chandeliers from the masters of hand-blown glass in Milan and Venice to elevate the standard for restaurant lighting.

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  Chicago Architecture Center

  111 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, USA

  • 1 Opening Party Album

  The Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) offers the city’s hottest new rental spaces for your next meeting, cocktail hour or special event. Centrally located at 111 E. Wacker Dr., the Chicago Architecture Center is truly in the heart of downtown, near the bustling intersection of Michigan Avenue and Wacker Drive. There are three spaces available to rent at the CAC, seven days a week. For more information, contact Anna Ploegman at aploegman@architecture.org or call 312.561.2100, extension 1015.

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  Wrigley on the River

  400 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605, USA

  • 1 Opening Party Album
  • Spaces for 150-260 Guests
  • 1 Landmark
  • 1 Event Space
  • 1 space at this venue

  Located within the esteemed Wrigley Building, one of Chicago’s most iconic architectural landmarks, this exceptional event venue offers a distinguished setting in the heart of downtown. Situated on the Magnificent Mile and overlooking the picturesque Chicago River, the space provides a truly unparalleled location for elevated gatherings. Encompassing 4,500 square feet of elegantly appointed interiors, the venue features an open floor plan, allowing for complete customization of event layout and flow. Expansive windows frame panoramic river views, providing a striking and memorable backdrop for both daytime and evening affairs. Whether hosting a corporate function, wedding ceremony and reception, or a private celebration, this venue combines historic grandeur with modern versatility—delivering an extraordinary experience in one of the city’s most coveted destinations. CAPACITY: Seated: 150 Seated with Dance Floor: 125 Cocktail: 260

  Avg response time 12-24 hrs

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  Navy Pier

  Navy Pier, 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA

  • 1 Opening Party Album
  • Spaces for 80-8,505 Guests
  • 3 Outdoor Spaces
  • 1 Event Space
  • 6 Total Spaces

  Navy Pier is the premier destination in the Midwest offering two exhibit halls, 36 meeting rooms, the historic Aon Grand Ballroom and Lakeview Terrace, all overlooking the lakefront with unparalleled views of Chicago’s beautiful skyline. These dramatic and diverse spaces are ideal for trade and consumer shows, conferences, business meetings and special occasions of any size. Flexible mixed-use meeting space combines with the Pier’s leisure, dining and entertainment options all at your fingertips. Conveniently located steps from Michigan Avenue and with thousands of hotel rooms nearby, Navy Pier’s versatile venues, exceptional customer service, and delectable cuisine will all create an event that your guests will remember forever. Besides distinctive space, Navy Pier has a dedicated and expert event team who will help you every step of the way to ensure flawless coordination, seamless execution and guarantee the success of your event. Navy Pier offers a variety of amenities including on-site exhibition and audio visual services, on-site enclosed parking and covered drop-off areas to the Festival Hall complex and the Aon Grand Ballroom.

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  Tavern on Rush

  1015 N Rush St, Chicago, IL 60611, USA

  • 1 Opening Party Album
  • Spaces for 12-450 Guests
  • 4 Restaurants

  Located in the heart of Chicago’s Gold Coast, Tavern on Rush is an iconic dining destination known for its vibrant atmosphere, timeless elegance, and elevated American cuisine. Following its highly anticipated reopening on Rush Street, Tavern on Rush blends classic Chicago energy with a fresh, modern design featuring a stunning indoor dining room, lively bar scene, and one of the city’s most coveted outdoor patios. Perfect for everything from intimate celebrations to large-scale events, Tavern on Rush offers a versatile setting for rehearsal dinners, corporate gatherings, birthday parties, wedding weekends, cocktail receptions, and social soirées. Guests can enjoy prime steaks, fresh seafood, handcrafted cocktails, and an energetic dining experience that seamlessly transitions from day to night. The restaurant’s stylish atmosphere, impeccable hospitality, and prime Gold Coast location make it a sought-after venue for unforgettable events in Chicago. Whether hosting a seated dinner, chic brunch, or lively cocktail party, Tavern on Rush delivers a polished yet approachable experience that captures the spirit of the city.

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