A New Leaf

1818 N. Wells
Chicago, IL 60614

60 seated, 150 reception - Offering a unique urban rental environment for a variety of special events. The three story space has brick walls, vaulted ceilings and a beautiful courtyard garden.

Architectural Artifacts

4325 Ravenswod Ave
Chicago, IL 60613
773-348-0622

300 seated, 2500 reception - The Architectural Artifacts space is one of Chicago's loveliest and most unique private rental environments. Housed within Architectural Artifacts' 80,000-square-foot showroom complex, Architectural Artifacts' dramatic space affords visitors a large, comfortable (and handicap-accessible) arena in which to enjoy themselves.

Aragon Ballroom

1106 W. Lawrence Ave.
Chicago, IL 60640

1200 seated, 2000 reception - Built in 1926, the Spanish architecture of the building features crystal chandeliers, mosaic tiles, terra-cotta ceilings and balconies - making this a unique special events venue.

Café Brauer

2021 N. Stockton
Chicago, IL 60606

300 seated, 500 reception - The two-story Great Hall, situated on the banks of Lincoln Park's south lagoon, serves as a picturesque setting for weddings, corporate events and fundraisers; stunning views of the city, the zoo and the lake.

Catalyst Ranch

656 W. Randolph St.
Chicago, IL 60607

125 seated, 200 reception - Located in the Historic Haymarket Square,10,000sq ft loft space with large windows, spacious rooms, bursting with color and fun. Celebrate with comfy couches, retro armchairs, unique vintage tables and chairs, and ethnic art work.

Charter One Pavilion

1300 South Lynn Drive
Chicago, IL 60605

4,500 theater style seating; 3,000 standing - Resting between the horizon of Lake Michigan and the magnificent Chicago Skyline, Charter One Pavilion at Northerly Island is located in the heart of Chicago’s Museum Campus. Events range from rock concerts to business meetings to family matinee events.

Chicago Architecture Foundation

224 S. Michigan Ave.
Chicago, IL 60604

150 seated, 200 reception - This magnificent early-20th-century edifice was designed by Daniel Burnham, a giant in Chicago’s architectural history, and was fully restored in the mid-1980s. The ArchiCenter offers three spaces for private-event rental.

Chicago Cultural Center

78 E. Washington St.
Chicago, IL 60606

450 seated in Yates Gallery, 300 seated in Preston Bradley Hall;750 reception - Michigan Avenue landmark offers sumptuous halls and the world's largest Tiffany stained-glass dome to suit weddings, sit-down dinners and more; overlooks Grant Park.

Chicago Illuminating Company

19 East 21st Street
Chicago, IL 60616
150 seated, 750 reception - This former power plant, built in 1891, has been historically preserved and renovated to now house a 7,500 square foot event space. The space features lofty ceilings, exposed brick and floor to ceiling windows, making it the new hot spot for urban bashes.

Chicago Theatre

175 N. State Street
Chicago, IL 60601

750 seated, 1,500 cocktail - The Chicago Theatre is considered one of the country’s most beautiful theatres for live entertainment by performing artists and audiences alike. This legendary theatre is a symbol of the city itself. 

Civic Opera House

20 N. Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60606

400 seated, 700 reception - Home of the acclaimed Lyric Opera, this prestigious site is resplendent in Roman columns, gold leaf detailing and glittering chandeliers to set the mood for upscale corporate events, benefits and weddings.

Columbus Park Refectory

5701 West Jackson Blvd.
Chicago, IL

215 seated, 280 reception - Exquisite old-world stonework and mosaic ceilings create an elegant atmosphere for any type of celebration.  Sited on the banks of a beautiful lagoon, the Refectory is perfect for both indoor and outdoor receptions