Best 21 Wedding Venues In Chicago

Located in Chicago's historic Bridgeport neighborhood, the Zhou B Art Center regularly hosts galleries showcasing the best of what the United States has to offer. The Center has beautiful spaces with plenty of natural light -- perfect for your big day.

• Newly renovated group dance event space.
• Menus and eclectic food choices provided by LM Catering.
• 28,000 square feet of event space between two floors.

The Galleria Marchetti is a family-owned business with over ninety years of experience. Containing five distinct spaces, choosing this venue means you have a variety of ambiences, feels, and areas to choose from. Their in-house team of experts can help alleviate your stress, and find the best package for your day!

• The culinary team has over 75 years of industry experience.
• Choice of open-air and tented spaces.
• Family-owned since 1924.

Fully furnished and decorated, the Catalyst Ranch allows couples to put their personal touches on their wedding without sweating any of the boring stuff. With a number of top-tier Chicago caterers on their books, there's a menu for every possible guest list.

• Fully furnished rooms.
• Features artwork and coloring on the walls.
• In-house organizer can help organize vendors, layouts, and more.

Loft on Lake represents the quintessential Chicago loft experience. The award-winning venue offers couples urban elegance alongside a unique, artistic edge -- the building features exposed peachy brick, 20 feet tall oak timber ceilings, and copper-gloss concrete floors.

• 65-foot long skylight that is unique in all of Chicago.
• Over 25 Catering Partners to choose from.
• In-house wedding photography team can be provided.

With more and more couples choosing non-traditional wedding venues, why not hop aboard one of Chicago First Lady's cruises to provide your guests with an unforgettable experience? Vessels have spacious, luxurious interiors with large windows to let the natural light in -- you can be sure your wedding will be like no other.

• Choice of six luxury vessels.
• Full service bar available.
• Both indoor and outdoor event spaces.

City Winery is one of the most versatile wedding venues you can choose. With their smallest room, the Mezzanine, accommodating up to 80 guests for a more intimate event, and their largest space having room for 240 guests, this venue can be transformed to have something for every couple.

• Venue features full-size dance floor and Wine Garden.
• In-house services include food and beverage, furniture, and staff.
• Three separate spaces with different feels.

Originally built for Engine Company 70, Firehouse Chicago has a rich history of over a hundred years. Its vintage, rustic-style garden creates a memorable setting for your event, and the building's high ceilings and glazed brick lend it a historic feel.

• Expert event producers handle all you want them to handle.
• 2 Private Wedding Suites.
• 48-space parking lot.

Gallery 1028 is renowned for being a timeless representation of the dichotomy of Goose Island: old yet new, natural yet urban. Allowing you to create a vintage-style wedding or something more elegant and urban, the venue blends its exposed brick and vaulted ceilings to create something special -- for your special day.

• Venue includes two separate rooms with two separate foyers.
• Versatile spaces can be customized for each couple.
• Event planners pay close attention to every need.

If you're looking for a more traditional venue for your wedding, then the Keith House Chicago is a great fit. Perfect for small, intimate ceremonies, the Keith House features three distinct rooms with a capacity of 90 people. If you wish to hold your event outdoors, capacity is flexible.

• 10 minutes from downtown Chicago.
• Historic 1870s mansion.
• On-site staff make sure event and preparation are running smoothly.

You won't find many wedding venues with as unique a history as Ovation Chicago -- it's located in a redesigned foundry building. Transformed into a modern industrial-chic loft space, the venue showcases wooden ceilings and exposed iron beams to lend a rustic feel to your event.

• Programmable Video Wall.
• '59 Rolls Royce chauffeur service.
• State-of-the-art sound system, and music provided by in-house DJs.

Salvatore's Ristorante promises an exceptional version of the traditional wedding experience. With mahogany walls, French windos, and majestic sparkling chandeliers, the décor was almost built for a traditional wedding. The venue's simple, versatile color scheme also means you can add your personal touch throughout the space.

• Both indoor and outdoor spaces available.
• Expert chefs specialize in Italian food.
• Packages include most essential services such as food, cakes, and bar.

Located at the celebrated Navy Pier, the Crystal Gardens is a glass atrium six stories above the ground. The Gardens house lush greenery, dancing fountains, and over 80 palm trees. If serenity and nature are what you're looking for, you need not look any further.

• No room rental fee.
• Venue includes a one-acre botanical garden.
• Both indoor and covered outdoor settings available.

Where better than the 66th floor of the Willis Tower to hold your wedding ceremony? With wraparound floor-to-ceiling windows, the Metropolitan Club offers break-taking views of the city throughout the day and the night. Let your guests celebrate you and the city at the same time.

• Situated in the very heart of the city.
• Private Event Directors work with select vendors to cater to your needs.
• Customizable dance floor.

Originally opened as a florist, A New Leaf offers an award-winning multi-level interior that reflects 1820s architecture Chicago is so well known for. This venue is the perfect choice for those looking to encapsulate Chicago's industrial past in the design of their big day.

• Perfect for small, intimate weddings.
• Experienced florists offer unique floral arrangements and decorations.
• Quaint, Lincoln Park location.

Words don't do the Chicago Cultural Center justice. The building was created as Chicago's first central public library by some of the country's top architects, and boasts the world's largest Tiffany dome as well as a breathtaking view of Millennium Park. Here, your guests will enjoy the best of what Chicago has to offer.

• Located in the heart of downtown Chicago.
• Built in 1897, has a feeling of rich history.
• Event spaces include galleries, halls, and a theater.

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Café Brauer offers some of the timeless architecture the city of Chicago is so famous for. With a mix of outdoor and indoor venues, there's something here for every wedding party.

• Amenities include day-of-coordinator, champagne toast, and full-kitchen facilities.
• Indoor and outdoor spaces available.
• Located in Lincoln Park, a short ride away from downtown.

Hotel Allegro is a beautiful boutique hotel located in the heart of the Chicago Loop. With 14,000 square feet of space across fifteen rooms, the building can cater to smaller or larger parties. The hotel chef will work with you to create your bespoke menu to satisfy your guest list.

• Convenient downtown Chicago location.
• Customizable catering menus by in-house Executive Chef.
• Historic, landmark building.