10 of Chicago's Most Unique Wedding Venues
Chicago is not only the most visited city in the Midwest, it's one of the most dynamic cities on the planet. From its fabulous parks and museums to its world-class dining, shopping, entertainment and hotels, it has everything you (and your guests!) could want—including a long list of amazing wedding and special event venues.
Whether you're looking for a traditional (but gorgeous) location or one that's truly outside the box, here's a selection of unique places for you to explore.
Ignite Glass Studios
Chicago, Illinois
Venue Superpowers:
Working Glass Blowing Studio
Urban Garden
Rooftop Deck
Fab Features: loft-style building with an urban garden and a rooftop deck that delivers jaw-dropping views of the iconic Chicago skyline • choose from an intimate garden party or a grand soirée in the modern Event Studio with a dramatic wall of windows • celebrate the evening while watching a team of artists shape molten glass into art
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$
Café Brauer at the Lincoln Park Zoo
Chicago, IL
Venue Superpowers:
Prairie School Design
Skyline Views
Late Night Celebrations
Fab Features: architecturally stunning Prairie School design with a vaulted skylit ceiling and Tiffany-inspired glass chandeliers • variety of unique indoor and outdoor spaces • breathtaking views of Chicago's famous skyline available from the venue's terraces
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $$ • $$$
Zhou B Art Center
Chicago, IL
Venue Superpowers:
Contemporary Art Gallery
Multiple Event Spaces
Fresh, Seasonal Cuisine
Fab Features: contemporary downtown art venue showcasing rotating exhibits and flexible, stylish event spaces • large gatherings on the second floor enjoy large windows that allow ample natural light to flow in, along with a metal trellis for easy customization of décor and lighting, with the downstairs galleries ideal for small celebrations • the exclusive caterer serves up fresh, seasonal cuisine
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$
Salvage One
Chicago, IL
Venue Superpowers:
Industrial-Chic
Lush Courtyard
Late Night Celebrations
Fab Features: a vintage Chicago warehouse turned event venue with industrial-chic details • prep for your special day in the ultra-plush bridal suite • celebrate amongst the exposed brick walls, large windows and eclectic mix of furniture
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $ • $$
Twenty Six Chicago
Chicago, IL
Venue Superpowers:
26th Floor
Open Air Deck
All-Inclusive
Fab Features: modern event space perched on the 26th floor of the Eurostars Magnificent Mile hotel • expansive open-air deck perfect for cocktail receptions, offering city views from all angles • creative, seasonal, “outside the box” menus
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
Carnivale
Chicago, Illinois
Venue Superpowers:
Vibrant Setting
Environmentally Friendly
Award-Winning Mojitos
Fab Features: Chicago's most unique and colorful restaurant • the interior impresses with brightly colored furniture, eclectic wall art, and one-of-a-kind lighting • the menu delivers authentic cuisines from Spain, the Caribbean, and South and Central America—and award-winning mojitos!
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$
The Rose Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Rosemont, IL
Venue Superpowers:
Modern Design
Boutique Hotel
All-Inclusive
Fab Features: refreshingly contemporary boutique hotel in the heart of Rosemont's Pearl District • three impressive, light-filled ballrooms can accommodate events of any size • great packages include the help of the experienced events team, a custom attendee website, event spaces, and a delicious five-course dinner finished with a custom wedding cake
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
Chicago's First Lady Cruises
Chicago, Illinois
Venue Superpowers:
Skyline Views
Open-Air Decks
Dramatic Sunsets
Fab Features: six private boats boasting open-air decks for dancing and viewing the cityscape • ceremonies held dockside or on Chicago’s waterways • thrilling add-ons like a whistle salute or sunset fireworks
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $ • $$
Hangout Lighting
Chicago, IL
Venue Superpowers:
BYO-Friendly
Indoor/Outdoor Flow
Unique Lighting Fixtures
Fab Features: cool 1924 former olive oil can manufacturing factory • warm, industrial details include warm wood beams draped in diverse Edison bulb-inspired lighting fixtures, large multi-framed windows, a copper-top bar, and easy access to a brick-walled deck • extensive vendor flexibility allows you to craft your ideal day, with plenty of event space even at max capacity
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$
Beatnik West Town
Chicago, IL
Venue Superpowers:
Instagrammable
Boho-Meets-Exotic
Expert Hospitality Management
Fab Features: this exotic and whimsical restaurant feels like it was inspired by Alice in Wonderland • the décor blends global flair with boho-chic details like a chevron-painted floor covered by dozens of Persian rugs • dramatic, oversized crystal chandeliers hang from a ceiling of exposed ductwork
Catering: In-housePrice: $ • $$ • $$$
Bonus Venue!
Just a short drive over the border into Wisconsin, you'll find this cool cruise line perfect for a one-of-a-kind wedding!
Lake Geneva Cruise Line
Lake Geneva, WI
Venue Superpowers:
Choice of Vessels
Customizable Menus
Unique Lake Views
Fab Features: choose your ideal vessel from the fleet of eight gorgeous boats, each offering one-of-a-kind views of the surrounding waters of Lake Geneva • host up to 225 on the grand Lady of the Lake, with multiple levels for mingling and dining, or elope with just your families on the sleek, intimate Lorelai • all menus are customizable and affordable
Catering: In-house, Preferred listPrice: $ • $$
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