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It’s wedding season and Chicago is the place to be for your big day. Check out these 10 local venues, which offer a range of curated aesthetics to make your dream wedding come to life.

Thompson Chicago

Located in the Thompson Chicago Hotel, this venue showcases stunning interior designs, decor, and floor-to-ceiling windows, providing breathtaking views of the Gold Coast neighborhood. Its location makes it a top choice for any wedding, event, or meeting in Chicago.

  • Contact: (312) 266-2100
  • Location: 21 E. Bellevue Place

The Penthouse Hyde Park

The Penthouse Hyde Park offers gorgeous views, historic architecture, and indoor and outdoor spaces. Between vintage graystones, you can enjoy skyline views from the renovated ballroom, rooftop terrace, and VIP Suite.

  • Contact: (773) 831-3000
  • Location: 5107 S. Blackstone Ave.

Bridgeport Art Center

At Bridgeport Art Center, urban and natural aesthetics combine, with features including timber loft constructions, exposed brick, and 12-foot-long windows connecting to an outdoor garden.

  • Contact: (773) 843-9000
  • Location: 1200 W. 35th St.

Loft Lucia

Known as the “Loft of Light,” this venue has exposed brick walls and expansive industrial windows that flood the event space with natural light. Enjoy the breathtaking landscape from the rooftop terrace, perfect for any wedding, birthday, or private event.

The Arbory Chicago

Filling the space with natural light, The Arbory Chicago has seven expansive skylights, immersing their interior in a glow and bringing the outdoors inside. They offer special features like video booths, where guests can record personalized messages on your special day.

  • Contact: (773) 217-9748
  • Location: 2219 W. Grand Ave.

Lacuna Events by LM

With a view of the skyline from its sky deck, Lacuna Events by LM is the ideal setting for any occasion. They emphasize individuality in every event utilizing artwork from local Chicago artists, steampunk chandeliers, and a unique shipping container entrance and bar within an industrial timber loft.

  • Contact: (312) 600-9147
  • Location: 2150 S. Canalport

River Roast

River Roast is the perfect location in the heart of Chicago. Showcasing captivating views along the Chicago River, their sophisticated decor pays homage to the historical landmark building and offers endless possibilities for your event.

  • Contact: (312) 822-0100
  • Location: 315 N. LaSalle St.

The Ivy Room

The Ivy Room offers convenient access for daytime and evening events in the heart of River North. It provides a range of spaces for your needs with numerous options for layouts and aesthetics.

  • Contact: (312) 645-7760
  • Location: 12 E. Ohio St.

City View Loft

Its 13-foot timber ceilings, skyline views, and open-concept floor plan characterize this stunning wedding venue space. This timber loft sets the stage for any aesthetic. Whether you are looking for a warm ceremony bathed in natural sunlight or an evening affair with city lights dazzling an urban backdrop, City View Loft caters to every unique vision.

  • Contact: (312) 505-0949
  • Location: 324 N. Leavitt

Chicago History Museum

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The Chicago History Museum in Lincoln Park is the perfect place to create historic memories. The museum contains three event spaces, a plaza, and even a theater for all your celebration needs.

  • Contact: (312) 642-4600
  • Location: 1601 N. Clark St.

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