Top Chicago Proposal Venues

• Spaces for 180-200 Guests
• 1 Barn
• 1 Farm

De Graslanden barn, built in the early 1900s, is antique with a modern twist. This two-story event venue, which was once a dairy barn, has been renovated into a classic and exquisite wedding and event barn with all of the modern conveniences you and your guests expect for your wedding. Bluestem Farm, located in Hebron, Illinois, is surrounded by 140 acres of prairie and a few family farms, and will provide you with the rural, quiet environment you desire. Bluestem Farm also has a variety of accommodation, dining, retail, and overall experience alternatives. Stay in The Farmhouse, our special rental home. Only 3 miles away, with capacity for up to 18 people. What is included in your rental fee? - From 8 a.m. until 8 p.m., you have full access to the barn and grounds (11pm Friday & Saturday, 9pm Sunday) - Parking lots (both paved and grassy) - Two outbuildings for the use of the bridal party - Indoor restrooms that are elegant - Cocktail tables made from whiskey barrels and a custom-built bar - A/C and Heat - Bar refrigeration, kegerator, and chiller for ice - Set-up and take-down of tables and chairs for both the ceremony and reception - 60" circular tables and/or 8' banquet tables are available. - Garden chairs, white and padded, for the outdoor ceremony and the indoor reception (separate sets) - Option for an outdoor ceremony OR an interior ceremony - Games can be played on the outdoor patio and on the 3 acres of lawn - Indoor elevator with full ADA accessibility! - Garbage Collection Bluestem Farm is a versatile site that allows couples to work with any caterer they like. We also allow couples to bring their own booze and have it served by one of our preferred bartender services. Couples will be able to stay within their wedding budget while still having a unique wedding! Take a look at our suggested vendors on our website.

• Spaces for 125-250 Guests
• 3 Event Spaces
• 3 Historic Spaces

Set on 11 acres of gardens, wooded grounds, and Lake Michigan bluffs in Racine, Wisconsin, the DeKoven Center traces its roots to 1852, when the campus was founded as Racine College by the Episcopal Church. Under Rev. Dr. James DeKoven, who arrived as Warden in 1859, the grounds were reshaped in the style of an English college quadrangle, and the community's original dining Refectory became what is now known as the Great Hall. The campus later served as a retreat center under the Community of St. Mary for fifty years before the DeKoven Foundation took over its stewardship in 1999. Today the historic campus hosts weddings, receptions, and private events across several spaces: the Great Hall seats up to 225 guests, Assembly Hall up to 125, and St. John's Chapel up to 202 for ceremonies, with outdoor courtyard ceremonies available from May through October. Rentals include banquet tables and chairs, table linens, and a dedicated event liaison, bartender, and security staff. The grounds are also home to the Circle of Peace Labyrinth, and the DeKoven Center offers gymnasium rentals and two Gatehouse apartments for overnight stays.

Itoko offers event spaces for your next celebration in Chicago, Illinois.

Zarella Pizzeria & Taverna offers event spaces for your next celebration in Chicago, Illinois.

• Spaces for 120 Guests

Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab offers event spaces for your next celebration in Chicago, Illinois.

• Spaces for 400 Guests

• Spaces for 250 Guests

Bentley Gold Coast occupies a multi-story glass-enclosed showroom at 834 N Rush Street in Chicago's Gold Coast neighborhood, just steps from the Magnificent Mile. The 11,000-square-foot facility spans two levels and houses a rotating collection of Bentley, Lamborghini, Bugatti, and Rolls-Royce vehicles — a backdrop that sets it apart from traditional event spaces in the city. The showroom's architectural drama and curated aesthetic make it a distinctive setting for corporate receptions, private celebrations, and cocktail gatherings. Catered by Design has partnered with the venue to provide full-service event support, including custom menus, linens, and dedicated event coordination.

• Spaces for 75 Guests

The Hive On Hubbard offers event spaces for your next celebration in Chicago, Illinois.

• Spaces for 50 Guests

Jean Albano Gallery is a Chicago art gallery specializing in contemporary painting, sculpture, and mixed media. Located at 215 W. Superior Street in the city's River North gallery district, the gallery represents more than 30 artists whose work spans a broad range of approaches and media. The gallery's roster includes established artists such as Gladys Nilsson, Margaret Wharton, Karl Wirsum, and John Maloof, alongside emerging voices working across a range of contemporary forms. Appointments are available beyond standard gallery hours by arrangement.

Francois Frankie offers event spaces for your next celebration in Chicago, Illinois.

• Spaces for 250 Guests

• Spaces for 150 Guests

Clark Street Ale House is a classic barroom and beer garden in Chicago's River North neighborhood, housed in a building that has operated as a bar since the late 1800s — through Prohibition and beyond. Originally called Stop & Drink Liquor House, the bar took its current name in 1996; the vintage World War II-era neon sign that once marked the entrance remains on the exterior today. One of the original four craft-beer-focused pubs in Chicago, Clark Street Ale House maintains a rotating selection of approximately 125 craft beers — many from sought-after local and regional producers — alongside more than 300 whiskeys. The bar's approach centers on thoughtful curation without pretension, offering everything from approachable pours to premium selections. The classic interior opens to an outdoor beer garden patio, giving the venue two distinct settings for private gatherings and celebrations.

• Spaces for 174 Guests

The Logan Theatre has anchored Logan Square since 1915, when it opened as the Paramount Theatre — a single-screen cinema seating nearly 1,000 patrons. After decades as a neighborhood institution under the Vaselopolis family, the theatre closed in fall 2011 for a full renovation and reopened in March 2012 with four screens, 595 seats, and a restored Art Deco interior. Visitors today can see the original stained glass arch above the box office, refurbished marble walls, and the decorative relief panels from the 1915 build — all preserved and integrated into the redesign. Beyond film, The Logan Theatre functions as a community gathering place in Logan Square. It hosts independent film festivals, premieres, open mic comedy, movie trivia nights, and a late-night horror series each October. A full-service bar and lounge extend the space into a versatile event venue, welcoming private gatherings ranging from children's parties to film industry events. The theatre is steps from the Logan Square Blue Line station and the Milwaukee (56) bus.

• Spaces for 100 Guests

• Spaces for 80 Guests

Beatrix offers event spaces for your next celebration in Chicago, Illinois.