Top Bridgeport Wedding Venues

• Spaces for 120-200 Guests
• 1 Museum
• 1 Landmark

Learn about the art of the event! LUMA provides the appropriate room for you, whether you're looking for a daily meeting spot or an upscale dinner party venue. Space Specs: - For events, there is 3,450 square feet of gallery space available. - Capacity: 120 for a seated meal, 200 for a reception; The temporary exhibition(s) on display determines the maximum capacity. - Permanent collection of art from the Middle Ages, Renaissance, and Baroque periods (available for viewing only; no food or drink allowed) - Lecture Hall of William G. and Marilyn M. Simpson - State-of-the-art Audio/visual equipment - Beautifully decorated and furnished spaces - LUC Catering offers a variety of creative catering alternatives. - An experienced event coordinator is on hand to help you create the perfect celebration. The Loyola University Museum of Art (LUMA) was established in 2005 on Loyola University Chicago's Water Tower Campus. LUMA is housed in Lewis Towers, a landmark 1926 Gothic Revival structure on Chicago's Magnificent Mile. The William G. and Marilyn M. Simpson Lecture Hall, the Solomon Cordwell Buenz Library of Sacred Art and Architecture, the Museum Shop, the Push Pin Gallery, and the Harlan J. Berk Ltd. Works on Paper Gallery are all part of the 25,000-square-foot museum. At all levels of participation, LUMA welcomes new members and volunteers. The museum is devoted to the study of spirituality in art. The Martin D'Arcy, S.J. Collection at the Museum is one of the best in the Midwest for medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque art. Changing exhibitions focus on many world religions and spiritual practices. The historic Lewis Towers on the Magnificent Mile, in the center of Chicago's cultural and retail district, are home to LUMA. Please contact us at luma@luc.edu or 312.915.7600 for additional information about event options, cost, and availability.

• Spaces for 150-749 Guests
• 4 Boats

On Chicago's Lake Michigan or Chicago River, our all-inclusive events combine an intriguing venue, delectable eating, and incredible entertainment to create an unforgettable experience. Allow our in-house professionals to assist you every step of the way as you plan a one-of-a-kind event for you and your group. Weddings On the lake, say "I do." Your marriage and vows will have a backdrop befitting of your moment with customisable ceremony and reception settings. Allow our skilled wedding planners to handle the details so you can focus on enjoying your special day. Social Are you planning a get-together with your closest friends and family? We have the ideal location for you! Our dedicated onboard personnel is here to ensure that your special day runs smoothly, whether it's a milestone birthday or anniversary. Corporate Come aboard and get away from your work! Your team has the right environment to get together to celebrate, create, and learn, whether you're having a team–building event, corporate happy hour, or anything in between. The Odyssey Lake Michigan is a four-level dining vessel with three climate-controlled dining decks on the inside and two viewing decks on the outside. Plated meals are available onboard, as well as onboard entertainment and elegant touches throughout the yacht. The Odyssey Chicago River is a glass-enclosed, single-level, climate-controlled dining ship that cruises the Chicago River. Elegant plated eating is available onboard, along with architectural narration and up-close views of Chicago's renowned architecture. The Spirit of Chicago is a four-story dining ship with three climate-controlled dining decks and two observation decks on the outside. Buffet-style food, onboard DJ entertainment, and interactive activities are available throughout the vessel. The newly remodeled Chicago Elite is ideal for any event of up to 150 guests, with two completely covered, climate-controlled decks and an open-air skydeck affording panoramic views of Chicago's spectacular skyline.

Cruising on a charter yacht around magnificent surroundings converts any gathering into a world-class experience, regardless of the type of event you're throwing. Your guests will enjoy delectable cuisine and a new perspective on the city, while you will appreciate the many thanks you will receive for helping to make a wonderful event even more memorable. Our company's brand history extends back nearly a century, to the foundation of Boston Harbor Cruises in Massachusetts in 1926, and Hornblower Group on the west coast of the United States in 1980. We have a long history of experience and innovation across our expanding portfolio, and we have consistently reinvented the marine hospitality business. Our offers include water-based activities, land-based experiences, overnight cruise experiences, and ferry and transportation services, and we now have a presence in 111 nations and territories as well as 125 U.S. cities. Our sea and land-based activities include City Cruises, a sub-brand that offers dining, sightseeing, and special events.

We prepare and cook our food in innovative and delicious ways, much as generations of pioneers did when they uprooted their lives and pushed for fresh beginnings in the American West a century ago. Our menu, created by James Beard Award semifinalist chef Brian Jupiter, pays homage to the foods that those pioneers ate and hunted while on the road, and we urge you to taste the contemporary day renditions of their fare while you dine. The greatest way to appreciate our meals is in a group environment. To provide you with an outstanding eating experience that is well-paired and well-fueled, we've preserved the early pioneers' enjoyment of family meal gatherings. Our bar offers a diverse selection of domestic and regional craft beers, great wines from across the world, and house-crafted creative cocktails created with only the highest-quality ingredients available. In addition, our comprehensive liquor bar can please even the most ardent cocktail connoisseur. So go ahead and live a little! Foods that you might not have considered trying or those you haven't seen on a menu before. Even if it's only from the comfort of your barstool, reconnect with your pioneering heritage. Take a journey out to the Frontier with your companions! In ten years, there have been over 9,000 events, and the number is growing. Make a reservation at Frontier to host your special event for a one-of-a-kind and unforgettable experience in our welcoming environment.

• Spaces for 100 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

We gladly foster the Francesca's idea of delicious, simple cooking delivered in a casually sophisticated dining ambiance to our parties. Our semi-private and private dining rooms are perfect for work or social gatherings. Francesca's Restaurant Group, founded in 1992 by restaurateur Scott Harris, has developed from a small, inviting Italian restaurant on Chicago's North Clark Street to a restaurant group with six concepts in 23 locations across two states. Francesca's Restaurants is a neighborhood Trattoria that serves traditional Italian fare in a refined setting. The multi-unit restaurant business retains its dedication to the original restaurant's founding idea of Italian hospitality—where simple food made with quality ingredients and careful service makes a meal—across all formats. Chef Scott Harris never anticipated that his ambition of starting a trattoria-style Italian restaurant on North Clark Street in 1992 would blossom into a successful collection of 23 restaurants across eight themes and two states. Scott Harris Hospitality's 12 Francesca's Restaurants, 4 Fat Rosie's Taco and Tequila Bars, 2 Davanti Enoteca locations, as well as individual locations Disotto, Joe's Imports, Vasili's, Fiore, and Zade's Lounge, are now led by the Chicago native. Harris' philosophy is built on the foundations of true hospitality, where simple cooking, great ingredients, and careful service–always with a dash of fun–combine to create a dinner unforgettable. Chef Jaysen Euler has worked in professional kitchens since he was 14 years old, when he began as a dishwasher at a neighborhood bar and restaurant in Ohio. Euler has worked his way up to Culinary Director at Francesca's Restaurant Group, touching every facet of what a professional kitchen has to offer — dish pit, prep, sauté, veg, and beyond (FRG).

• Spaces for 75-150 Guests
• 1 Event Space

The Mitz is a premier landmark building set in the Wicker Park area, just minutes away from Downtown Chicago. If the walls at The Mitz could talk, they would tell us a unique story about immigration, social policy, and Chicago's architectural heritage. The most aesthetically elaborate of the 19 facilities commissioned, this historic structure was built in 1918 and is one of three extant municipal bathhouses. The structure is the crown jewel of Wicker Park, an architecturally notable and socially innovative neighborhood. The structure has been transformed into a multi-use room that can now hold off-site meetings, workshops, tastings, and small corporate events. At The Mitz, you can infuse new life and enthusiasm into your next workshop, brainstorming session, or conference. Booking your event in our wide great room, which offers a flexible and comfortable area drenched in loads of natural light, is a terrific way to get away from the fluorescent lights of the workplace. We take pleasure in providing a one-of-a-kind experience for your team or clients. Allow us to create something unique for you and your group based on your objectives and demands. The Mitz is the ideal location for testing a new dish or simply having an intimate supper. Our chef's kitchen encourages culinary experimentation in a comfortable setting. For further information or to reserve your date at The Mitz, either contact Joseph at book@themitz.com or refer to our website, where you can find a proposal form for your event. We look forward to hearing from you!

• Spaces for 50-70 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Footman Hospitality has opened the doors of Little Victories in the heart of Wicker Park, continuing a long legacy of drinking and dining places that have brought people from all over the city together for years. Little Victories, which is housed in a former warehouse conversion, welcomes you with a horseshoe bar as its focal point. Billiards and darts are two Chicago pastimes that are complemented by booths and decor that have a vintage feel to them. Everything about this place is simple and straightforward: fantastic moments, nice music, decent beverages, and pleasant service. With an emphasis on classics that are easy to remember and enjoy, the cocktail program strives to retain the integrity of the traditional drinks that everyone knows and loves. Additionally, Little Victories provides a changing assortment of canned and draft beers, which includes microbrews and craft beers from Chicago's several local brewers. The wine list is straightforward, straightforward, and enjoyable. Little Victories is a celebration of the large things that come about as a result of the accumulation of minor victories. And there is maybe no better way to do it than while enjoying a game of darts or billiards with pals while sipping on a drink. It's easy to get caught up in life's small disappointments; we believe it's time to pay attention to life's small victories.

• Spaces for 20-35 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

The refinement of the Gold Coast district is reflected in this Art Deco apartment complex and its lobby bar. After 75 years, we've brushed it off and reopened it to the public as The Sparrow, the original establishment. Originally intended as a nightcap or late-night rendezvous spot for residents, the bartenders here have been privy to private conversations, thereby becoming the building's concierge. Yes, a sparrow is a sociable, attractive, and intelligent bird. But a real persona of the tenants who nested above, outgoing yet quiet, entrenched in their vocation and art, always considering the next move, despite not moving much. We accept everyone and don't feel the need to show off. Logistics: - All visitors must be at least 21 years old. - The location is wheelchair accessible. - There is no available outside space. - Parking is available on the street. - Decorations are permitted if negotiated at the time of booking. - A fully stocked bar Buyouts and smaller pieces with a minimum party size of 10 are available. - A contract, a 25% payment, and a pre-authorized credit card are required for buyouts and section reservations. - Deposits are not refundable unless the event is less than 30 days away. We have the right to refuse refunds after 30 days. - The final payment is payable at the conclusion of the event. - There is no food, plates, or silverware accessible on-site. - For the spread, we can supply tables. - When mentioned during the booking process, guests are welcome to bring their own food or catering. - Cakes and other related goods have limited storage space.

Eduardo's Enoteca, tucked away in the heart of Chicago's charming Gold Coast district, serves up real Italian cuisine in a setting that is reminiscent of the little bistros and cafes found in Italy itself. Eduardo's, which is located near the bustling crossroads of Dearborn and Division, provides a welcoming respite from the bustling downtown streets. Small-batch boutique wines, specialty cocktails, homemade pizzas and pastas, charcuterie boards, delicious desserts, and other delectable snacks are available at this Italian wine bar in the heart of the city. Take advantage of our delicious wine and charcuterie Happy Hour offers, or book a romantic dinner reservation! A private event venue on the Gold Coast, Eduardo's Enoteca is the perfect small location for Christmas parties, business meetings, and other special occasions. In addition, we have a superb Event & Catering Manager that will meet all of your requirements. It has never been simpler to get delicious cuisine delivered to your workplace or home.

• Spaces for 50-150 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Sono Wood Fired is a Tuscany-influenced restaurant and event venue at 800 S. Clark Street in Chicago, operated by Good Eats Group. The kitchen centers on a wood-fired oven, producing handcrafted pizzas, starters, salads, and desserts rooted in Italian culinary tradition. The restaurant has earned four Michelin Recommendations and has been a part of the Chicago dining scene since 2010. Good Eats Group, the team behind the concept, brings chef-quality food and full catering and events services to the location, making it a resource for private celebrations and gatherings in the South Loop.

• Spaces for 200-300 Guests
• 1 Event Space

This isn't your typical rental property. Originally erected in the early 1900s with a cobbler as the first owner, the building was then converted into a zinc foundry, where it stood for almost 50 years. The foundry was also said to be the location where Oscars were cast! We took over the property and completed a thorough restoration, transforming it into a modern, open-concept photography studio while keeping the building's industrial feel. We've had the pleasure of hosting a number of incredible projects with some incredibly talented clients from all over the country. This room is ready for your next project, whether it's photography, video, casting, or something else else. Key features: - Working area of 3,000 square feet - 12' ceilings, kitchen, acid-stained concrete in North Shooting Bay - 12' ceilings and a wooden floor in the South Shooting Bay - Shoot-in restaurant class kitchen with commercial 6-burner gas range and several refrigerator/freezers - 2 Styling Stations, enough of light, numerous countertops, and a designated sink - Large open meeting areas as well as a private office are available for use. - Client Lounge - brimming with interesting art books - Bathroom - fully accessible bathroom with walk-in shower. - 2 moveable and paintable 12x6 foot L-shaped walls - Loading Dock - studio access via garage door for fast setup and deconstruction - Parking - There are two allocated off-street parking spaces as well as plenty of free street parking. - Prop Shop is located on-site, while Propabilities is located just down the lane. - For the length of your session, there will be an on-site studio manager. - With a computer station and printer, there is a dedicated manufacturing area. - On multi-day shoots or when off-site TV monitors for remote watching and conferencing, there is a locked storage room for enhanced protection. - WIFI in the woodshop - high-speed - Sound system with surround sound - We'll provide you with a list of the basic grip gear that's included. - The studio is only a few minutes away from ProGear and Dodd Camera. If you require anything specific, please let us know and we will assist you in obtaining it. - Rental of props with on-site pickup - Lindsey Parker, a local prop stylist, has a big collection of on-site surfaces and props for the studio. Lindsey Parker Styles http://www.lindseyparkerstyles.com/ has a list of available things.

Contemporary Neapolitan pizzeria in Chicago's Old Town neighborhood.

• Spaces for 500 Guests

Hawthorne Race Course has served as Chicago's hometown track since 1891, making it the oldest sporting venue in Illinois. The fourth-generation family-owned facility sits in Stickney, just outside Chicago, and holds a distinction no other track in the country can claim: it is the only race course that hosts both Thoroughbred and Standardbred racing under the same roof. The main venue accommodates group events alongside live racing on Thursdays and Sundays, offering guests the backdrop of an active track with multiple large-screen viewing areas and food and beverage service throughout. For groups, the combination of live racing atmosphere and on-site dining creates an experience that goes well beyond a typical event space. A network of off-track betting bars and multiple sportsbook locations round out the broader Hawthorne footprint across Chicagoland, but the Stickney track remains the heart of the operation — a working venue with more than 130 years of racing history still running.

• Spaces for 45-250 Guests

Club Lucky is the most popular restaurant in Bucktown/Wicker Park, specializing on traditional Italian cuisine served in a family-style setting. The interior is inspired by a 1940s dinner club, a one-of-a-kind cocktail lounge, and a private dining room on the edge of becoming a 1950s speakeasy. With everything from the vintage martini shaker collection to the big tables and booths to the cozy lighting, you and your friends will feel right at home. There are several solutions available to meet your preferences as well as your financial constraints. We recommend a meal that includes an Appetizer, Salad, Pasta Entrée, House Specialty Entrée, and Dessert. We will, however, make every attempt to accommodate any unique requests you may have or to create a menu just for your occasion. Although the ambiance is informal, the meals are substantial, and the pricing are affordable. For anyone arranging a lunch or dinner gathering in the Chicago region, Club Lucky is an excellent choice. In addition to being conveniently located off the Kennedy Expressway (just 5 blocks west on North Avenue), we are only minutes away from the Loop & Downtown Hotels. Club Lucky is available for private party buy outs of the whole restaurant for events taking place on Saturday and Sunday throughout the afternoon.

• Spaces for 215-400 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

For groups of 15 to 385 people, Ranalli's offers private and semi-private spaces for events. A large sidewalk patio and a private rear room with a full bar are just a few of the amenities available for your occasion. Are you looking for a private area to host a larger gathering? Inquire about purchasing the entire venue! BACK ROOM The private Back Room can seat up to 50 people seated or 65 people standing for a cocktail-style gathering. A full private bar, high top banquette seating, flexible low top seating options, 8 TVs, private A/V options, private toilets, and a full wall of windows looking out onto our courtyard are all available in this space. KING'S TABLE The King's Table has seating for up to 12 people or cocktail space for up to 15. It has two tap handles with your choice of draft beers and five TVs. For gatherings of up to 25, adjacent table space along the windows can be added on. MAIN BAR Our Main Bar has a full private bar, a mix of scattered bar height tables and low seating, 12 TVs, and private facilities that can accommodate up to 125 guests for a cocktail-style gathering. PATIO Our outside terrace can seat groups of 12 to 170 people. It's the ideal outdoor location to host your next celebration, with heaters, shade umbrellas, flower boxes, lights, and a pergola! For the best of all worlds, inquire about adding a few reserved outdoor tables in conjunction with an interior space.

The name "Mundano" comes from the Spanish word "worldly," which Chef Ross Henke considered when creating the cuisine. Henke plans to rely on his recognized experience with Latin American cuisine, but he'll focus on the New American style, merging a range of inspirations and culinary techniques to create flavors that are both stunning and memorable. Mundano is a true neighborhood restaurant, located on a quiet street in Chicago's gorgeous Lincoln Park—though we feel neighborhood refers to sentiment more than a physical location. We believe that value is created via the experience, which is derived not just from our upgraded food and beverage program, but also from our staff and the positive, forward-thinking culture we are cultivating together. We hope you'll feel completely at home in our four walls, surrounded by the warmth and acceptance we've created, and inspired by our menu, which combines a variety of inspirations and cooking techniques to create flavors that are both stunning and memorable.

• Spaces for 30-100 Guests
• 3 Restaurants

You'll be delighted you chose Bah as your party location out of all the fish in the sea! For all party menus, please give us 72 hours' notice. We’ve got a variety of delicious menus prepared to serve your guests, so you can rest assured that the Bah’s high quality eats will be making your event along with our lovely space. You and your guests will be blown away by all aspects of your event; that’s our commitment to you. You have three options to choose from when considering event spaces at Quality Crab & Oyster Bah. Check out their descriptions below: Low Tide Lounge: Sail downstairs to visit the Low Tide Lounge, a quiet, private setting. Low Tide Lounge has its own bar and can accommodate up to 30 people sitting. An Oyster Shucking Station, Build-Your-Own Taco Bar, Wine Tasting, Bloody Mary & Michelada Bar, Cocktail Classes, and more are all popular interactive stations to add to any party. Upstairs: The entire upstairs of Oyster Bah may be used as an event space for up to 75 people seated and 100 people standing. With its own dedicated bar and kitchen, the crew can tailor your event to your exact specifications! The Halsted Room can accommodate 35 people seated and reception-style for a more intimate gathering. Guests have access to a dedicated television for presentations. While staring out wide windows to Halsted St., enjoy one of our private party menus. Reach out today to see how Quality Crab & Oyster Bah can help make your next event spectacular! We’d be happy to chat on the phone or by email, or you can reach out via the contact form on our website.