The following is a directory of event venues in Chicago. Descriptions are provided by the venue.
Each venue is categorized as suitable for any of the following types of events:
- Corporate meeting — Host training, workshops, or an off-site meeting.
- Stand & mingle — When you want guests to move around and mingle. Focus on quiet venues that facilitate conversation. Venues include private rooms in a bar or restaurant as well as apartments or rooftops you can rent.
- Sit-down meal — Primarily restaurants. We seek out quieter venues that allow for conversation.
- Retreat — Host a multi-day off-site retreat, meeting, or workshop with overnight accommodations.
- Special experience — Unique events such as cruises, hot air balloons, cooking classes, walking tours, and other team building activities.
If you would like to suggest a venue in Chicago, please submit a recommendation here.
Bunker Hill Farms
Tucked away in the rolling hills of McHenry County lies a private paradise, Bunker Hill Farms, located 60 miles northwest of Chicago. With over 450 acres of lakes, prairies, gardens and various wildlife, Bunker Hill Farms has a vast offering to those who visit it. Yet the true beauty of Bunker Hill Farms lies within the purpose of its mission. A private luxury resort with all proceeds granted to charity.
Bunker Hill Farms offers customizable itineraries and exclusive use of the property, hosting corporate retreats, private events, and more. Your event concierge will build your experience from the ground up and personalize everything starting with your team itinerary. We will handle it all from your meeting set-up to team building activities. Event concierge, accommodations, culinary team, house beverage list, and hospitality team included.
Address: McHenry County, IL
Website: https://bhfarms.com/
Email: Info@bhfarms.com
Type of events: Corporate meeting, retreat
Chicago Athletic Association – The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Embodying more than a century of timeless Chicago style, Chicago Athletic Association hotel opened its doors in 2015 to welcome revelers to its prime Michigan Avenue location. Nestled directly across the street from Millennium Park, the boutique hotel is housed within a Venetian Gothic 1893 building that sports modern amenities infused with grand historic details, lauded restaurants, ballrooms with jaw-dropping Lake Michigan views, and cozy pubs where libations and conversation flow freely.
With distinguished design and an incredible history that’s rooted in Chicago lore, Chicago Athletic Association hotel’s seven versatile venues make an unforgettable backdrop for your next event. Discover 17,000 square feet of indoor space, with design details meticulously restored to their original splendor, including stained glass windows, marble staircases, and more. Overnight hotel accommodations available.
Address: 12 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603
Website: https://www.hyatt.com/
Phone: +1 312 940 3552
Email: reservations@chicagoathletichotel.com
Type of events: Corporate meeting, sit-down meal, stand & mingle, retreat
Recommended by: Umbrex has hosted an event here
Kimpton Gray Hotel
Situated in the historic New York Life Insurance Building originally built in 1894, Kimpton Gray Hotel takes its name from the Georgia Gray marble that’s lent the structure a sense of sophistication for well over a century. The ornate architecture on the granite exterior and in the lobby — with Art Deco light fixtures — is juxtaposed against contemporary-styled rooms with crisp furnishings. From stylish social events to board meetings, we’re available to ensure every detail of your event goes smoothly, with meeting space for six to 50 guests. Also available is the Vol. 39 cocktail lounge, Boleo restaurant, and private dining options.
Address: 122 W Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60603
Website: https://www.grayhotelchicago.com/
Phone: +1 312 750 9012
Email: sales@grayhotelchicago.com
Type of events: Corporate meeting, sit-down meal, stand & mingle, retreat
Recommended by: Umbrex has hosted a mixer at Vol. 39 here
The Dawson
The Dawson recreates the pioneering, artistic, and straightforward attitude of William and Henry Dawson by providing a restaurant, bar, and gathering place that celebrates the craft of food, drink and hospitality. Whatever your cause for celebration, you need an extraordinary location. You will find it in The Dawson.
Named a Best of the Best Venue 3 years running by Modern Luxury Weddings Chicago, The Dawson features multiple private and semi-private event spaces for parties of 12 – 400. The Dawson’s stunning, two-story foyer with its breathtaking grand staircase is the perfect first impression for your guests. And, the custom tile and lighting, hand-crafted woodwork, abundant natural light, and an acclaimed courtyard, make this River West gem a dream location for hosts and photographers alike.
Address: 730 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60654
Website: https://the-dawson.com/
Phone: +1 312 372 4001
Email: info@the-dawson.com
Type of events: Sit-down meal, stand & mingle
Recommended by: Umbrex has hosted a mixer here
The Marq
Salads, sandwiches & classic American fare in a handsome setting in a historic building. The Marq is an eatery in the Loop of Chicago situated in the landmark Marquette Building, offering a seasonal menu of modern American fare with global influences, along with craft beers, crafted cocktails and wine. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner in a handsome setting. Offering Delivery, Carry-Out, Catering and Executive Lunch Boxes. 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.
The Marq is a modern and sophisticated restaurant that provides a warm, inviting, loving and friendly experience. Conveniently located in the Central Loop, we collectively offer many years experience with hosting amazing events. Our focus is on our guests’ needs and all of our team insures an excellent experience. We strive to provide guests an experience reminiscent of feeling at one’s home, not at a typical downtown restaurant. The Marq offers an ever-evolving menu of seasonal fare. We provide our guests a delicious, upscale, and easily approachable experience paired with our hand-crafted cocktails, moderately craft focused beer list and dynamic wine list.
Address: 60 W Adams St, Chicago, IL 60603
Website: https://www.themarqchicago.com/
Phone: +1 312 600 4434
Email: info@themarqchicago.com
Type of events: Sit-down meal, stand & mingle
Recommended by: Umbrex has hosted a mixer here
Other Resources for Finding Event Venues
In addition to the individual event venues listed here, there are also a number of companies and listing platforms that offer many venues across multiple locations. As an additional resource for sourcing the perfect venue for your event, we have created this directory of such websites.
