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Choosing your premiere venue will be one of the most important steps in the planning process. So much goes into finding the perfect venue in Illinois. 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 Illinois venue has never been easier.
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Party Day
4652 N Rockwell St, Chicago, IL 60625, USA- Spaces for 30-45 Guests
- 1 Event Space
Located in the cutest pocket of Lincoln Square, the Party Day studio is the perfect spot for your next kids party, baby shower, or birthday party! Our space offers a fully renovated kitchen, perfect for hiring a chef or hosting a wine night! Modern farm tables and bentwood chairs seat 25, additional seating for 4 at the kitchen island, or accommodate 50 guests with a standing room cocktail style party. Party Day has both exposed brick walls, plain white walls and beautiful morning and mid-day light with a wall of east facing windows. The perfect spot for a photography studio shoot.

Le Méridien Chicago – Oakbrook Center
2100 Spring Rd, Oak Brook, IL 60523, USA- Spaces for 180 Guests
Celebrate your vows in memorable fashion at Le Méridien Chicago - Oakbrook Center. Opened in 2014, our hotel showcases versatile venues with chic, timeless design, complemented by exceptional service. Our 9th floor Grand Salon Ballroom is a remarkable venue, and features dazzling views of Oak Brook from floor-to-ceiling windows. Enhance your reception with gourmet cuisine infused with the freshest and finest ingredients, all combined to maximize flavor and texture.

The Birchstone
200 Barclay Blvd, Lincolnshire, IL 60069, USA- Spaces for 200-400 Guests
Our team brings your vision to life with spaces that transform for any occasion. We listen and then bring your vision to life. The Birchstone takes on every detail so you can focus on what matters: making memories. The Birchstone has three unique areas that can be used to create a customized experience. At The Birchstone, we are family. We recognize and understand the importance of your special event. That’s why every member of our team is dedicated to making every occasion extraordinary. We are ready to create what you envision and look forward to bringing your vision to life. The Birchstone has three rooms with seated capacity from 80 to 300 guests and full venue capacity of over 400. For large celebrations such as a wedding, bar/bat mitzvahs and other special events, the Main Hall accommodates up to 220 with a dance floor. For meetings, luncheons, memorial services, bar/bat mitzvahs and other special events, we are able to arrange our spaces to accommodate your guest list with a large ballroom, intimate party spaces, and outdoor seating.
Avg response time 6-12 hrs
Cruz Blanca
900 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA- 1 Restaurant
Cruz Blanca is a small-batch Chicago brewery passionately focused on ModMex lagers, sunny IPA’s and tropical wild-fermented sours. Inspired by the original Cruz Blanca Brewery that opened in Mexico City in the 1860’s. Plan the perfect fiesta with crowd-pleasing fare from award-winning chef Rick Bayless at Cruz Blanca. Cruz Blanca's catering and private event menus are filled with soul satisfying flavors from Mexico. You and your guests can make your own tacos with Cruz Blanca's house-made corn tortillas, and choose from an array of toppings. Include their freshly–made guacamole, amazing sides, and stellar house-beers for a fun fiesta spread.

Mon Ami Gabi Lincoln Park
2300 N Lincoln Park W, Chicago, IL 60614, USA- Spaces for 120-150 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
Guests can appreciate our spacious atmosphere, which is encircled by glass paneled French windows that open out onto the Lincoln Park Conservatory, which is located in the center of Chicago's Lincoln Park. Bring a favorite bistro chair up to a table topped with crisp butcher paper. Listen to the crackle of a freshly sliced baguette. Take in the aromas of Onion Soup Au Gratin, Steak Frites, and Chicken Grand-Mére, among other dishes. Choose wine from our ancient rolling wine cart with care. Take a taste of Chocolate Mousse or Profiteroles to satisfy your sweet cravings. Private Parties Just outside the Belden-Stratford, Mon Ami Gabi is a pleasant and welcoming café with a cozy ambience and limited outside dining. We can now accommodate groups of up to 50 people in our private dining rooms, or up to 150 people if the entire restaurant is purchased. Weddings Our French bistro is the ideal location for tying the knot. We provide the ideal location for cocktail parties and seated dinners, with an intimate dining room, stunning outdoor patio, and access to the Belden-Stratford lobby. Off Site Catering Mon Ami Gabi is happy to cater off-site events for groups of all sizes. Passed appetizers such as Mini Lobster Rolls are available, as well as sandwiches and typical French entrées. Tell us more about your special occasion and leave the specifics to Mon Ami Gabi. Please fill out the form found on our website or email monamichgoparties@leye.com to inquire about a private party or potential catering order.

Broken English Lincoln Park
2576 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60614, USA- Spaces for 350 Guests
- 4 Restaurants
Broken English has locations in three of Chicago's 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.

WhirlyBall
1825 W Webster Ave, Chicago, IL 60614, USAWhirlyBall offers you a night full of constant entertainment. WhirlyBall lays upon 50,000 square feet and is two stories. There are three WhirlyBall courts and a multi-level laser tag arena, there is also 12 bowling lanes and a roof-top terrace with a beautiful view of the Chicago skyline.

R29
227 W Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60606, USA- Spaces for 80-200 Guests
- 1 Event Space
Located in the heart of the business district, an elevator ride up to the 29th floor of The Franklin, you will find the sleek and stylish design of the R29 event space. Rich woods and lush colors blend to create a swanky atmosphere perfect for any special event, highlighted by trendy leather bar stools, cozy banquettes enhanced with fireplaces and private pergola cabanas with views over the West Loop. Corporate or social, business or pleasure, R29 is a versatile and inviting venue for any gathering. R29 can accommodate 175 guests for a cocktail reception.

Hoosier Grove Barn
700 W Irving Park Rd, Streamwood, IL 60107, USA- Spaces for 350 Guests
A beautiful barn, filled with charm. Your wedding is a once in a lifetime experience, & here at Hoosier Grove Barn, that is how we treat it. We pride ourselves in customizing weddings so they feel warm, fun, & uniquely you. Our barn wedding package offers: Use of our outdoor campus, as well as the main floor & loft, A wedding coordinator, host, bartender & bar helper, set-up, & break-down staff, 5 hours of premium open bar, Tables, chairs (ceremony & reception), linens, & napkins, A/V System, & Facility access from 9 AM-12 AM We look forward to working with you to create the wedding of your dreams.

Ambar Restaurant
700 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654, USALocated in Chicago’s River North neighborhood, Ambar Restaurant is a dining destination for private dinners, corporate gatherings, cocktail receptions, and social celebrations. The restaurant features warm, contemporary interiors, a full bar, a dedicated private dining room, and a seasonal patio, offering inviting settings for intimate occasions and larger gatherings. Modern Balkan cuisine anchors the experience, with an unlimited small-plate format that encourages guests to share and explore a variety of flavors. Handcrafted cocktails, flexible event menus, and attentive hospitality complement the setting, creating a welcoming atmosphere for everything from rehearsal dinners and milestone birthdays to company celebrations.

Formento's
925 West Randolph Street, West Side, Chicago, IL, USA- Spaces for 20-200 Guests
- 3 Restaurants
Formento’s has three amazing private event spaces. Two of these spaces can accommodate parties of 20 to 200 guests in an intimate loft overlooking Restaurant Row. Located on our second floor, these spacious rooms boast their own private bar, restrooms and sound system. The third space is a semi-private backroom located on the first floor, and has the quintessential Italian charm. Our private dining rooms are the perfect gathering place for any occasion and offer a beautiful atmosphere with fantastic food and great service.

Brookfield Zoo
8400 W 31st St, Brookfield, IL 60513, USAIt is critical to select the most appropriate location for your event. There is nothing quite like the Brookfield Zoo when it comes to creating an unforgettable atmosphere. Eat in the company of dolphins, dance beside lions, and drink with monkeys- your celebration will be one that is remembered for a long time. The Brookfield Zoo, along by superb service and stunning event venues, is eagerly awaiting your arrival to make their facilities into your own. You may select from four new exotic event places to host your next event. Each of the pavilions has been designed to be able to handle any type of event, with capacities ranging from 750 to 120 people. Cocktail parties, large receptions, VIP sections, and other types of events may be set up and personalized properly in one of these venues. Figure out what suits you and have the most memorable party in the Brookfield Zoo, which is the most exotic site in all of Chicago. The Brookfield Zoo is unsurpassed when it comes to creating a really exotic backdrop for your special occasion. There are lions roaring in the background, monkeys chatting in the distance, and a giraffe could even stretch his long neck in your direction to check out your gathering. Our one-of-a-kind locations make for the ideal setting for every occasion, from workplace picnics to formal gatherings, showers to weddings, anniversaries to family reunions, bar mitzvahs to adult birthday parties, and everything in between. In addition, our first-rate catering crew and skilled culinary team will guarantee that your event is exquisite and virtually stress-free on your part. Find out which magnificent location is the best choice for your event...

Raised | An Urban Rooftop Bar
1 W Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, USA- Spaces for 100-200 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
- 1 Outdoor
- 1 Event Space
With an industrial aesthetic, eclectic style and raw finishes, RAISED | An Urban Rooftop Bar invites locals and guests to enjoy the indoor/outdoor bar and open roof deck overlooking the scenic downtown Chicago River view. Our versatile space can accommodate groups of all sizes and is perfect for wedding rehearsal dinners, birthdays, small wedding receptions, small corporate gatherings, proposals, anniversaries, graduation parties, or a night out on the town. Open year round, RAISED features incredible views, award winning cocktails and an unparalleled surroundings to celebrate every occasion.

Adalina Prime
360 N Green St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA- Spaces for 50-400 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
- 3 Event Spaces
Adalina Prime offers a design-forward steakhouse setting in Chicago’s Fulton Market for weddings, corporate gatherings, rehearsal dinners, milestone celebrations, cocktail receptions, and private events. The 10,500-square-foot indoor-outdoor restaurant features several distinctive spaces, including The Atrium for up to 80 seated or 120 standing guests, the Golden Room, Eden, Atrium Lounge, and Chef’s Prime, with full events accommodating up to 400 guests. Lush greenery, dramatic chandeliers, warm metallic details, and a soaring two-story wine cellar complement globally inspired steakhouse cuisine from Chef Soo Ahn. With flexible layouts and dedicated event service, Adalina Prime creates a striking backdrop for memorable Chicago gatherings.

Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel
1 W Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601, USA- Spaces for 100-500 Guests
- 3 Hotels
- 3 Ballrooms
Whether you're joining us in the Windy City for work or for fun, the recently renovated Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel is ready to help you create lasting memories. Located steps from the Theater District, our award-winning hotel will captivate you from the moment you arrive until the day you say your goodbyes, with thoughtful amenities and world-class service. Step into our intuitively designed lobby, which features a VIP R Lounge, Artist Studio, Coffee Bar and Library. Unwind in your spacious room or suite and enjoy deluxe bedding and superb downtown Chicago views. Take a refreshing dip in the indoor pool or get your workout in at our Fitness Center. Our dining options include a hip rooftop bar with great views, as well as American cuisine and terrific cocktails. Host an event in one of our elegant venues, including the Chicago Ballroom, or walk outside of the hotel and explore the Theater District and other notable downtown attractions. We look forward to welcoming you to Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel.

The Congress Plaza Hotel
520 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605, USA- Spaces for 160-1,000 Guests
- 3 Hotels
- 3 Ballrooms
- 3 Total Spaces
The Congress Plaza Hotel, located in the heart of Chicago is just minutes away from some of the city's most prime attractions. The Congress Plaza Hotel & Convention Center was originally designed and constructed in 1893 to accommodate visitors from around the globe attending the World’s Columbian Exposition. The legendary Congress Plaza Hotel has been home to many of the world’s greatest notables such as our nation’s presidents, foreign dignitaries, opera, stage, and movie celebrities. Every year our property is visited by hundreds of guests attending conventions, meetings, and events in our beautiful city. Our property is conveniently located in the heart of the downtown area here in Chicago just minutes away from some of the premier attractions that our city has to offer including, The Art Institute of Chicago, Buckingham Fountain, Orchestra Hall, Willis Tower, and The Shedd Aquarium. The Congress Plaza Hotel is located directly across from Grant Park, known as one of Chicago’s prime attractions for great outdoor jazz and blues music throughout the summer. Our property features 871 guest rooms, including 36 deluxe suites, many of which overlook the beautiful waters of Lake Michigan. The Congress Plaza Hotel & Convention Center is the perfect place to experience Chicago at just about any time of the year!
Avg response time 12-24 hrs
Ramova
3520 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60609, USA- Spaces for 20-1,800 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
- 1 Outdoor
- 5 Total Spaces
Ramova is a captivating venue reimagined from a 1929 movie palace and offers a unique and versatile event experience. This historic gem seamlessly blends modern amenities with stunning architectural details, creating a space that's both sophisticated and unforgettable. Ramova offers three distinct private event spaces to suit your event vision. The Theatre is a dramatic space that provides a one-of-a-kind setting with ample room to accommodate all your guests. You could also host your event in the bright and airy Loft. This charming space features hardwood floors and a modern ambiance, perfect for a more intimate celebration. There's also the Taproom and Grill, where you can celebrate your reception with a touch of casual elegance. This vibrant space offers a delicious selection of craft beers brewed on-site alongside a delectable menu. The dedicated team at Ramova is passionate about making your event a truly special occasion. We offer a variety of services to ensure your celebrations, whatever they may be are seamless.
Avg response time 12-24 hrsAragon Ballroom
1106 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, USA- Spaces for 1,000-3,224 Guests
- 1 Theater
- 2 Event Spaces
Soon after being built in 1926, the historic Aragon Ballroom was quickly touted “the most beautiful ballroom in the world,” with its breathtaking architecture and ornate design. At an original cost of $2 million, it was one of the most elaborate venues of its time and the apple of Chicago’s eye, adorned with crystal chandeliers, a stunning, celestial ceiling in the main theater, spectacular arches, terra-cotta ceilings and lavish balconies. As one of the most respected rock venues in the country, the Aragon stage has been called home by scores of legends including Metallica, Smashing Pumpkins, Steve Miller Band and Nine Inch Nails. The ballroom itself can accommodate 3,224 standing guests for your next function with a balcony occupancy of 1,350. Get exclusive access to world-renowned artists with a private concert! Our legendary premiere live music venue feature state-of-the-art lighting and sound, built-in stages, and in-house production teams for an unparalleled live entertainment experience. Our in-house team will assist you with booking Live Nation concert venues, headlining artists, local bands, or DJs to curate a show your guests will never forget. The gorgeous, expansive lobby is the perfect setting for a private party of nearly 300 guests. The east and west VIP Clubs can house intimate groups of 25 standing, or 18 seated invitees. The sky is the limit for your next event in this grandiose, theatrical Chicago landmark, drenched in rich history and architectural achievement.

Saranello’s Restaurant
601 N Milwaukee Ave, Wheeling, IL 60090, USA- Spaces for 140-200 Guests
Home to great conversations and greater Italian food! The welcoming environment will compliment any party's attendance. Groups of up to 140 can be seated and accommodated in the large banquet space, the Grand Salon. This event space has tones of chocolate and silver, boasting two bars between two levels. In the smaller private party space, up to 48 people can be seated for lunch, dinner, or cocktail mingling in the lounge adjacent. If you are interested in hosting a wedding at Saranellos, the staff promises to make every last detail perfect to create your dream wedding. The warm, professional staff will work with you and make sure to far exceed your expectations.

Katherine Legge Memorial Lodge
5901 S County Line Rd, Hinsdale, IL 60521, USA- Spaces for 150-200 Guests
The Lodge at Katherine Legge Memorial Park is surrounded by 52 acres of beautifully appointed parkland. It’s a charming example of an era gone by. Built in 1927 and designed by R. Harold Zook, one of the most renowned residential architects in the western suburbs, The Lodge exudes grace and elegance. It is as versatile as it is engaging, welcoming a variety of special events and occasions from weddings and social functions to corporate meetings and retreats. The first floor of the English-style building is alive with character, providing a spacious living room with a fireplace, a piano, dining room, kitchen, alcove, and access to the beautiful patios and surrounding grounds that may be used for outdoor event space
Avg response time 12-24 hrs