Top Chicago Wedding Shower Venues
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Choosing your wedding shower 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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Kaiser Tiger
1415 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA- Spaces for 44-500 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
- 1 Outdoor
- 1 Event Space
Soft baked pretzels, gourmet sausage and unique bacon dishes are the specialty at our 14,000 sq ft location. Located on Randolph Street in Chicago's trendy West Loop neighborhood, Kaiser Tiger can host your next event. Whether you need a casual, fun outing or a more formal affair Kaiser Tiger has the event space to impress your guests. Our year-round beer garden plays host to bocce & bags in the summer and transforms to curling in the winter. Not to mention the Skyline Room which offers beautiful views of downtown Chicago and can play host to your next meeting or event!
Big Star Wrigleyville
3640 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60613, USA- Spaces for 50-400 Guests
- 4 Restaurants
Big Star is a bourbon and beer-focused, taco-slinging, late-night honky-tonk located across the street from Wrigley Field. Executive Chef Paul Kahan and Chef de Cuisine Julie Warpinski’s menu, inspired by authentic Mexican street food, is complemented by an extensive house-selected single barrel bourbon program. The taqueria’s soundtrack of classic country and rock & roll is selected and spun by our bar staff. Big Star Wrigleyville can host semi-private functions for 15 - 150 guests on our 2nd floor, and full restaurant buyouts for up to 350 guests. The 2nd floor space overlooks Gallagher Way & Wrigley Field and has retractable windows that give the space an open air feel, weather permitting.
Avg response time 12-24 hrs
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.
ALTAR Community
2518 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60647, USA- Spaces for 75-250 Guests
- 1 Event Space
- 1 Meeting Space
Memorable Experiences Begin Here: ALTAR Community in the Heart of Chicago Nestled in vibrant Logan Square, ALTAR’s meticulously designed space combines urban sophistication with mindful tranquility. Whether hosting wellness retreats, corporate gatherings, or cultural celebrations, ALTAR provides an inspired setting for meaningful connections At ALTAR, we believe in the power of intentional spaces to nurture authentic connections and foster personal growth. Our venue transcends the traditional event space concept, offering a sanctuary where the chaos of Chicago’s city life dissolves into mindful presence. The soaring ceilings, natural light, and thoughtful design elements create an atmosphere of serenity and possibility. This is more than a venue—it's a catalyst for transformation. Whether you're hosting a wellness workshop, spiritual ceremony, or conscious business gathering, ALTAR's environment naturally encourages deeper engagement and meaningful interaction. Our space honors the sacred nature of coming together, allowing your event's purpose to resonate more profoundly with each participant. We're a sophisticated and sacred space for connection, collaboration, and inspiration. Our space is intentionally flexible and infinitely customizable as a welcoming environment where you feel transported out of the day-to-day and immediately more present, connected, and at home.
Avg response time 1-2 days
Bazaar Meat Chicago
120 N Upper Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60606, USA- Spaces for 32-150 Guests
- 2 Restaurants
Bazaar Meat by José Andrés is a wild and wonderful celebration of the carnivorous, in all its forms. The menu, ambiance and design all represent bold choices, big flavors and stunning showmanship. Experience a carefully curated theater of shared plates, ingeniously innovative cuisine, thoughtfully created cocktails, theatrical presentations, and attentive yet unfussy service. Bazaar Meat takes guests on a sensory adventure born of José’s Spanish roots, both traditional and avant-garde, in a bold, playful atmosphere where anything is possible. Named as one of Time Magazine’s “100 Most Influential People” in both 2012 and 2018, and “Outstanding Chef” and “Humanitarian of the Year” by the James Beard Foundation, Andrés is an internationally recognized culinary innovator, author, educator, television personality, humanitarian and chef/owner of José Andrés Group. Andrés has earned numerous awards including the 2015 National Humanities Medal, one of 12 distinguished recipients of the award from the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Avg response time 1-2 hrs
Bar Cargo
605 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA- Spaces for 150 Guests
- 2 Restaurants
Bar Cargo is a roman-style pizza bar that brings an authentic taste of Italy to the heart of River North. The pizzas are created using a unique custom blend of imported flours, shipped overseas from Rome on cargo containers, which have been incorporated into the fun, industrial design of the restaurant. Bar Cargo hosts special events that guests won't soon forget. Whether you're planning a small gathering for your closest friends or looking to entertain a large group, Bar Cargo will provide you with an amazing dining experience, and will customize their services to fit your needs. Bar Cargo offers pizza from World Pizza Champion Massimo Moresi with great craft cocktails and beers in a fun and casual enviornment. Bar Cargo is the perfect spot to host special occasions from birthdays to corporate happy hours and everything in between. The venue is available for full or partial buy outs from 12 to over 150 guests. Bar Cargo boasts an outdoor beer garden as well, perfect for a summer soiree.
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.
The Florentine
151 W Adams St, Chicago, IL 60603, USA- Spaces for 12-90 Guests
- 5 Restaurants
Located in the JW Marriott Chicago in the city’s bustling Loop financial district, The Florentine offers an elegant yet accessible interpretation of seasonal Italian cuisine. The Florentine offers private and semi-private dining space, which can be reserved for breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week. Our versatile spaces provide the perfect venue for every occasion – business dinners, cocktail receptions, and post wedding brunches alike. Our large Private Dining Room can accommodate up to 60 guests for a seated dinner, and 90 for a reception. The space can be reserved as one large room, or two separate spaces for smaller events. The room features two 42” Plasma TVs, as well as access to our surround sound system, which can be connected to a personal iPhone. In our main dining area, semi-private spaces accommodating 12-50 guests can be reserved for an intimate dinner, or a larger cocktail reception. The Florentine Bar can also be reserved for cocktail receptions up to 130 guests.
Charcoal Factory Loft
1684 N Ada St, Chicago, IL 60642, USA- Spaces for 35-100 Guests
- 1 Event Space
Fifteen years ago Stuart Grannen, the founder of the Chicago staple, Architectural Artifacts Inc., purchased an old Charcoal factory in the Lincoln Park neighborhood. He and an internationally acclaimed designer converted this incredible factory space into an AIA award winning home. They kept as much of the original interior finishes to keep the integrity of the building. Stuart began receiving requests for photoshoots and small parties which led him to the conclusion that this space was too special to keep to himself! He has decided to let others share in the joy of this architectural masterpiece. If you're looking to host 15 guests for a dinner party or 60 of your closest family and friends for an intimate wedding, Charcoal Factory Lofts is a space like no other in Chicago!
Avg response time 6-12 hrs
Chief O'Neill's
3471 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60618, USA- Spaces for 300 Guests
Events at Chief O'Neill's are always memorable and special. Whether it’s a Company Outing, Birthday, Baptism or a Wedding we have done it all! We have two event spaces and a beautiful Garden that seats up to 250 guests.
The Beer Cellar
1227 W 18th St, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
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.
BLVD
817 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA- Spaces for 40-300 Guests
- 4 Event Spaces
BLVD is a modern American restaurant located in Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood that draws inspiration from Hollywood’s Sunset Blvd circa 1950: the golden era’s most iconic strip of dining and entertainment establishments. Our space combines the glamour, luxury, and decadence that defined Hollywood in the 1950s with contemporary cuisine, cocktails, and music that bring guests back to the here and now, creating an exciting dichotomy between restaurants and personas of the past and present.
Avg response time 4-6 hrs
Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile
20 E Chestnut St, Chicago, IL 60611, USA- Spaces for 70-400 Guests
- 2 Hotels
- 2 Ballrooms
Sofitel Chicago’s Grand Ballroom is the hotel’s centerpiece setting. With its magnificent décor and multiple floor plans, the 4,592-square-foot ballroom is perfect for an extraordinary wedding reception or any event. Envision 19-foot tall ceilings, gently curving windows that offer spectacular views of the John Hancock building and surrounding Gold Coast neighborhood and an abundance of natural light. Chic, elegant and sophisticated, Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile is the premier reception venue in downtown Chicago. From a five-course formal dinner to a ballroom gala steeped in modern splendor, the professional planning staff at Sofitel specializes in designing affairs to remember. We invite you to experience the je ne sais quoi of Sofitel luxury and live out one of your most cherished events with us.
Riva Navy Pier
700 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA- Spaces for 40-100 Guests
- 3 Restaurants
Make your special event one to remember by hosting it at Riva Restaurant on Navy Pier. Whether your party is casual, or calls for a truly extravagant meal, Riva offers menu options that are perfect for any type of special event or celebration. All of Rive Navy Pier's menu items are prepared to order using only fresh, high-quality ingredients. The restaurant can accommodate groups of 15 to 100 people. Riva is a popular choice for both social and corporate events. From private corporate gatherings, benefits, and convention dinners to showers, birthdays, and anniversaries, your event at Riva will be unforgettable.
The Violet Hour
1520 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, USA- Spaces for 150 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
In the heart of Wicker Park, The Violet Hour serves handmade drinks. The James Beard Award-winning bar program provides a seasonally rotating cocktail list as well as an extensive collection of approachable and sought-after spirits, all of which are rooted in pre-prohibition era libations. The Violet Hour's outer facade displays an ever-changing mural with a discrete single entryway, while the three interior salons shine under clusters of candlelit tables and a spacious marble bar, making it an iconic destination for cocktail connoisseurs. Gather the team for a virtual cocktail class led by our award-winning bartending crew. We'll break down each component and offer our best-kept secrets on how to prepare the ideal drink while highlighting the history and origins of a few featured cocktails. We'll provide everyone with a complete cocktail kit, as well as a private Zoom link for your party. Let The Violet Hour's James Beard Award-winning mixologists conjure up the perfect libation for you, from trademark and bottled drinks to mixology demonstrations. Drinks created specifically for your event and delivered to your door. Fresh juice, premium spirits, house syrups, and bitters are used in the cocktails. The Violet Hour is widely regarded as the birthplace of Chicago's craft cocktail movement, as well as a breeding ground for some of the world's best bartenders. Private and semi-private groups can hold cocktail-style gatherings in our curtain draped, candlelight salons, which feature cocktails from our award-winning selection. The inside is decorated in a pre-prohibition manner with three distinct salons and a marble bar that runs the length of the room. Cornflower-blue walls, white crown molding, crystal chandeliers, and hardwood floors give the area an elegant speakeasy ambiance, making it a one-of-a-kind event venue.
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
SPiN, Chicago
344 N State St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA- Spaces for 700 Guests
SPiN Chicago is an 18,000 square ft., ping pong social club in River North, Chicago that can host mitzvahs, team building events, birthdays, corporate events, or any event for that matter. Not only does SPiN Chicago provide an excellent party space, but it offers something different from your typical event. With space for 600+ guests, SPiN Chicago prides itself on being able to keep all guests entertained with full service catering & bar, a DJ booth, center court seating and several ping pong tables. For more intimate events, there are two private lounges at SPiN Chicago, as well as a ping pong patio with a table and lounge seating. There is no other venue like SPiN Chicago, from an entertainment perspective and when it comes to our superb service and staff. When you host your event with SPiN Chicago, you know you'll receive top-notch service and hospitality, and you will leave with memories to last a lifetime.
Aragon 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.
The Marq
60 W Adams St, Chicago, IL 60603, USA- Spaces for 60-100 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
The Marq offers an ever-evolving, globally inspired menu of seasonal fare. We provide our guests a delicious, upscale, and easily approachable experience paired with our handcrafted cocktails, moderately craft focused beer list and dynamic wine list. Located in the heart of The Chicago Loop and steps away from CIBC Theatre, James M. Nederlander Theatre, Cadillac Palace Theatre, Goodman Theatre, The Chicago Theatre, Auditorium Theatre, The Art Institute of Chicago and of course Sears Tower (Willis Tower).