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Spotlight Wedding Venues in the Chicago Area
Silver Lake Country Club (Orland Park, IL - Chicago & Suburbs) Imagine Floor to Ceiling Wall to Wall Windows Overlooking Illuminated Gardens and Ceremony Areas.
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Floor to ceiling wall to wall windows overlooking lush gardens and patios which are illuminated in the evening. Amazing areas on-site for pictures or garden ceremonies.
All food and beverage is top of the line; Whittingham Meats, Top Shelf Bar Package including all Bottled Beers, Service Staff with 20 years of experience.
Odyssey Cruises (Chicago, IL) Exceptional. Unforgettable. Odyssey.
Save 50% off your ceremony when booked with an Odyssey reception! Discounted rates are frequently available from November through March. Please call for more information on this year’s discounted January through March Saturday Champagne Dinner Cruises, $10 off Navy Pier Parking and 15% off Friday and Sunday Wedding Receptions
Year Round Wedding Special! Book your reception and receive 15% off a wedding related event on any of our products! Choose from Odyssey, Spirit of Chicago, Mystic Blue or Seadog.
Friday and Sunday Reception Offer Save 15% on Friday and Sunday Receptions aboard Mystic Blue!
Diamond Wedding Special Have your wedding event after 10/31/09 and receive 15% off! Call 866.391.8439. Certain restrictions apply. Parties of 20 or more. Not available with any other offer.
The most unique and unforgettable wedding venue. A day to
share with friends and family. A day of joy. Of elegant foods and fine wines. Of music.
Of dancing. Of memories. Set, as in a storybook, aboard a luxury-cruising vessel with
three climate-controlled decks and an open-air observation deck, gliding along unmatched
views of the Chicago skyline.
Planning a wedding can be a monumental task, but we can help. Your Odyssey Personal
Wedding Specialist will meet with you, understand your vision, recommend and assist you
with finding outside vendors. We'll do everything possible to make sure you have the
wedding of your dreams, down to the smallest of details. Wedding Packages are also available on the vibrant Spirit of Chicago or cool and contemporary Mystic Blue. Call for more details.
"So many vendors that I worked with have had issues, problems and snags.
Yet, at every turn the Odyssey sales people have been wonderful. They really represent
the fine quality & presentation that the boat has. A first class boat, staff and event!"
- Sue
Odyssey Cruises
Navy Pier
600 E. Grand Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611
The historical mansion built in 1889 is available for special events. The conservatory and ballroom accommodate 450 for dinner. The outdoor ceremony site with Victorian Gardens is complemented by arbor and pagoda structures nestled among ponds, massive pines and thousands of beautiful flowers. Whatever the occasion, you'll want to select the Patrick Haley Mansion for a truly memorable event.
Located on 40 acres of exquisitely landscaped grounds, The Chateau Bu-Sche' offers 3 outdoor ceremony sites. Glistening atriums with white marble floors and billowing silk liners offer settings for ceremonies, dining and/or dancing. Follow the picturesque Creekwalk over the bridge to our Creekside Gazebo for a unique outdoor ceremony location. Add professional service and outstanding cuisine and The Chateau Bu-Sche' offers the best of everything.
Today, the Grand Ballroom at Joliet Union Station, originally built in 1912, is available for private events and is the perfect location for weddings, and accommodates up to 300 guests. The Grand Ballroom features stunning classic architecture with crystal chandeliers and forty-five foot ceilings. Capture memorable photographs on the marble staircase or balcony. A truly unique location.
Abbington Banquets (Glen Ellyn, IL)
The Abbington believes in making your dreams come true. That’s why we go out of our way to make sure your special day is magnificent.
Take one look at our impressive architecture and stunning surroundings and you will see why we’ve been named "The Jewel of the Western Suburbs." Featuring finely appointed ballrooms, spaciously elegant foyer, crystal chandeliers, maple wood dance floor, granite bars, full service staff and world class cuisine. Accommodating from 100-1300.
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At The Abbington, we believe in making your dreams come true. That's why we go out of our way to make sure your special day is magnificent.
Take one look at our impressive architecture and stunning surroundings and you will see why we’ve been named "The Jewel of the Western Suburbs." Add that to our finely appointed ballrooms, full service staff and world class cuisine and you'll find yourself in a celebration that is sure to be the portrait of perfection!
Our staff dressed in black tie attire, greets you at our entrance in our spacious and elegant foyer, then escorts you to your ballroom. Right before your very eyes, we open the doors, and you experience our ambiance: beautiful table settings, white glove service, dazzling chandeliers, marble bars, gleaming maple wood dance-floors, flowing full-length linens, and culinary masterpieces soon to be enjoyed by your guests.
Your Event. Our Unparalleled Service.
Abbington Distinctive Banquets
3S002 Route 53
(Butterfield Road & IL Route 53)
Glen Ellyn IL 60137
Independence Grove, Lake County's newest "natural treasure", is located approximately 2.5 miles west of IL-294 at the IL-137 exit, in north suburban Libertyville. This lovely 1100-acre preserve contains a beautiful indoor/ outdoor special event facility (Audubon Hall), an outdoor event pavilion (North Bay Pavilion) and a stunning Native Garden, all of which have been built around a 115-acre lake, complete with marina, swimming beach and a walking trail with bridges.
Events at Independence Grove
16400 W. Buckley Rd.
Libertyville, IL 60048
The Gold Room of the Congress Plaza Hotel has been a setting for beautiful weddings for over a century. The Florentine Room is perfect for ceremonies and smaller weddings. Both spaces are unique, and combined with our dedication for good service will assure your wedding day to be the most memorable.
"Michael and I truly did enjoy ourselves at our wedding and thought things could not have been better. Things ran so very smoothly! We received numerous compliments about so many different aspects of the wedding. Everyone with whom I spoke absolutely loved both the Gold Room and the Florentine Room. The set-ups of the rooms were so stunning. I just couldn't even believe how beautiful and spectacular everything looked.
Thank you for all of your help and for being there for us."
- Christine and Michael Sehring, August 31, 2007
A touch of France in the heart of America. Sofitel Chicago O Hare, connected to the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, is near O Hare airport (free shuttle) and has easy access to downtown Chicago by subway or car. 288 rooms and 12 suites with pay per view TV, all floors are non smoking. Features the Chez Colette restaurant with French specialties, Le Petit Marche bakery, conference center, 15 meeting rooms for up to 400 people, 5 function rooms and grand ballrooms for 1000 people, pool and gym.
Sofitel Chicago OHare
5550 North River Road
Rosemont, IL 60018
Our beautifully decorated banquet facility offers rooms accommodating 30 to 400 guests for special occasions of all kinds, access to a spacious outdoor veranda overlooking our championship 27 hole golf course, full service built in bars, the privacy of a Bride's Room and VIP Room, gourmet cuisine. We also have an intimate private dining room for approximately 20 to 50 guests that is perfect for showers and rehearsal dinners.
Boulder Ridge Country Club
350 Boulder Drive
Lake in the Hills, IL 60156
The Drake Hotel, Chicago, is the premier wedding destination in the Midwest. From the breathtaking Grand Ballroom to the ever-popular Gold Coast Room, we are pleased to offer spectacular venues for ceremonies, receptions, and rehearsal dinners.
At The Drake, creating the wedding of your dreams is our highest priority, and we provide the professional event management, catering, and support services to make that happen. In addition to more customized arrangements, we also offer a selection of wedding packages for your convenience. Whether you're planning a large-scale event with hundreds of guests, intimate nuptials with close friends and family, or something in between, a wedding at The Drake is the experience of a lifetime.
Room Capacities:
Gold Coast Ballroom - 450 Max wedding capacity with dance floor and stage Grand Ballroom - 250 Max wedding capacity with dance floor and stage French Room - 150 Max wedding capacity with dance floor and stage
For your wedding contact Antoinette F. Cahill, Senior Catering Sales Manager
Antoinette is from Killarney in Ireland where she started working in hotels in 1988. She studied Law and French in University College Cork, but followed her heart and went on to graduate in 1998 from the University of Birmingham U.K. with a degree in Hotel Business Management.
Antoinette has worked in many hotels in Ireland, England and the United States and she has now decided to focus her career in catering here at The Drake. Antoinette has worked at The Drake since 1998 and is well known for her superior customer service and her ability to exceed client expectations creating memories for a lifetime.
From the traditional to the unexpected Carnivale has seven Private Dining Rooms for any size event from 10-1000. The Samba Room can accommodate up to 170 with a dance floor. The Samba Room has floor to ceiling windows, a built in Granite Bar and all of Carnivale’s color and flair. Carnivale provides a unique space, top notch service and amazing soulful Latin cuisine to fulfill all of your celebration needs. Let me help you in creating an unforgettable experience for you and your guests.
"Thank you so much. We want to let you know how absolutely FLAWLESS the evening went...my parents were so impressed with how great the service, food, staff was at Carnivale! It seriously exceeded my greatest expectations! My parents' friends talked all night about how yummy the paella stand was! It was all a real hit!
Alex and I really feel it was as successful as it was because of your patience and attention to details. So thank you, please pass along our appreciation to everyone at Carnivale!"
Congratulations on your special moment! There’s no more spectacular destination than Chicago’s North Shore to celebrate your wedding with family and friends. At the Best Western University Plaza all your wedding dreams come true.
At the Best Western University Plaza - Evanston, we understand that planning a wedding in Chicago can be both exciting and exasperating. That’s why we provide you with an event planner and all of the support staff you need to make your day a magical success. We’ll work with you to customize menu options, decorations, announcements and other special arrangements to suit your unique tastes.
Featuring over 6,000 square feet of banquet space near Lake Michigan, our elegant hotel has long been the premier location for memorable wedding receptions, bridal showers and wedding rehearsal dinners. Our stylish and versatile banquet halls and catering facilities offer an ideal venue for romantic weddings ceremonies and celebrations.
The Best Western University Plaza
1501 Sherman Avenue
Evanston, IL 60201
Brae Loch Banquets features a bright event space with a sweeping view of Brae Loch Golf Course. The room can comfortably seat 200 guests with a beautiful wooden dance floor. Your guests will be served outstanding food prepared by by Chicago’s finest caterer in our beautiful country setting. Our wedding package provides you with a complete wedding reception that includes outstanding cuisine, full bar for the entire reception time, linen to the floor, centerpieces, professional tuxedoed service staff and even sales tax-all for one price with NO hidden costs.
Brae Loch Banquets
33600 N. U.S. Highway 45
Grayslake, IL 60030-2216
Garden Weddings (Chicago, IL)
Garden Weddings by Saranecki Brothers offers you and your guests all the benefits of a traditional outdoor wedding, with the convenience and availability of an indoor setting.Any time of the year you and your guests can experience the warmth and decor of a seasonal wedding, without weather-related worries. Inside fresh flowers adorn every table, complimenting the ivy-covered walls and floral arrangements found throughout the dining area. Ornate trees enclose a spacious dance floor, overlooked by a designated area for a band or DJ.
Garden Terrace East
Accommodates 80 to 160 guests
6330 West Irving Park, Chicago
Sherwood Room
Accommodates 125 to 400 guests
4722 West Armitage, Chicago
Royal Gardens
Accommodates 125 to 350 guests
2515 North Harlem, Chicago
Garden Walk
Accommodates 100 to 300 guests
3705 West Fullerton, Chicago
Garden Terrace West
Accommodates 100 to 300 guests
6330 West Irving Park, Chicago
Golden Platter
Accommodates 50 to 130 guests
4722 West Armitage, Chicago
Swissotel Chicago (Chicago, IL) Say "I Do" to European elegance and sophisticated style
You promise to love and cherish. We promise to make your wedding day the one you’ve always dreamed of. Whether you choose our Grand Ballroom or our elegant Edelweiss Penthouse with its spectacular skyline views, experience the joys of our precise, personalized service. All you have to say is "I do".
Swissotel Chicago
323 East Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60601
Astoria Banquets (Buffalo Grove, IL) Astoria Banquets houses impeccable banquet rooms, impressively designed to set the scene for your special event.
Discover elegance and affordability at this best kept secret in fine Banquets. Featuring magnificent crystal chandeliers and imported silk damask wall coverings, the Grand Ballroom is distinctly dramatic and refined. For more intimate affairs, choose the VIP room for its chic and modern ambience. Accomodate 20-550 people for ceremonies and receptions.
Anita Dee I & II
A BRAND NEW LOOK for 2009! From, bow to stern, every inch of our magnificent vessels have been refurbished to continue providing the best in premier yachting Chicago has to offer. Located on the south side of Navy Pier, Anita Dee Yacht Charters has specialized in private, customized cruises for groups of 50–400 along Chicago’s magnificent skyline for more than 25 years. A unique venue, offering two exclusive yachts, flexible charter times, directions of sail and alternate docking locations, Anita Dee is the perfect choice for your next event, whatever the occasion!
The most unique and unforgettable wedding venue. A day to share with friends and family. A day of joy. Of elegant foods and fine wines. Of music. Of dancing. Of memories. Set, as in a storybook, aboard a luxury-cruising vessel with three climate-controlled decks and an open-air observation deck, gliding along unmatched views of the Chicago skyline.
Planning a wedding can be a monumental task, but we can help. Your Odyssey Personal Wedding Specialist will meet with you, understand your vision, recommend and assist you with finding outside vendors. We'll do everything possible to make sure you have the wedding of your dreams, down to the smallest of details. Wedding Packages are also available on the vibrant Spirit of Chicago or cool and contemporary Mystic Blue. Call for more details.
Save 50% off your ceremony when booked with an Odyssey reception! Discounted rates are frequently available from November through March. Please call for more information on this year’s discounted January through March Saturday Champagne Dinner Cruises, $10 off Navy Pier Parking and 15% off Friday and Sunday Wedding Receptions
Year Round Wedding Special! Book your reception and receive 15% off a wedding related event on any of our products! Choose from Odyssey, Spirit of Chicago, Mystic Blue or Seadog.
Friday and Sunday Reception Offer Save 15% on Friday and Sunday Receptions aboard Mystic Blue!
Diamond Wedding Special Have your wedding event after 10/31/09 and receive 15% off! Call 866.391.8439. Certain restrictions apply. Parties of 20 or more. Not available with any other offer.
"So many vendors that I worked with have had issues, problems and snags. Yet, at every turn the Odyssey sales people have been wonderful. They really represent the fine quality & presentation that the boat has. A first class boat, staff and event!"
- Sue
Odyssey Cruises
Navy Pier
600 E. Grand Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611
The Gold Room of the Congress Plaza Hotel has been a setting for beautiful weddings for over a century. The Florentine Room is perfect for ceremonies and smaller weddings. Both spaces are unique, and combined with our dedication for good service will assure your wedding day to be the most memorable.
"Michael and I truly did enjoy ourselves at our wedding and thought things could not have been better. Things ran so very smoothly! We received numerous compliments about so many different aspects of the wedding. Everyone with whom I spoke absolutely loved both the Gold Room and the Florentine Room. The set-ups of the rooms were so stunning. I just couldn't even believe how beautiful and spectacular everything looked.
Thank you for all of your help and for being there for us."
- Christine and Michael Sehring, August 31, 2007
Enjoy a Magical Chicago Wedding or Celebratory Experience.
The Drake Hotel, Chicago, is the premier wedding destination in the Midwest. From the breathtaking Grand Ballroom to the ever-popular Gold Coast Room, we are pleased to offer spectacular venues for ceremonies, receptions, and rehearsal dinners.
At The Drake, creating the wedding of your dreams is our highest priority, and we provide the professional event management, catering, and support services to make that happen. In addition to more customized arrangements, we also offer a selection of wedding packages for your convenience. Whether you're planning a large-scale event with hundreds of guests, intimate nuptials with close friends and family, or something in between, a wedding at The Drake is the experience of a lifetime.
Room Capacities:
Gold Coast Ballroom - 450 Max wedding capacity with dance floor and stage
Grand Ballroom - 250 Max wedding capacity with dance floor and stage French Room - 150 Max wedding capacity with dance floor and stage
For your wedding contact Antoinette F. Cahill, Senior Catering Sales Manager
Antoinette is from Killarney in Ireland where she started working in hotels in 1988. She studied Law and French in University College Cork, but followed her heart and went on to graduate in 1998 from the University of Birmingham U.K. with a degree in Hotel Business Management.
Antoinette has worked in many hotels in Ireland, England and the United States and she has now decided to focus her career in catering here at The Drake. Antoinette has worked at The Drake since 1998 and is well known for her superior customer service and her ability to exceed client expectations creating memories for a lifetime.
You promise to love and cherish. We promise to make your wedding day the one you’ve always dreamed of. Whether you choose our Grand Ballroom or our elegant Edelweiss Penthouse with its spectacular skyline views, experience the joys of our precise, personalized service. All you have to say is "I do".
Swissotel Chicago
323 East Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60601
From the traditional to the unexpected Carnivale has seven Private Dining Rooms for any size event from 10-1000. The Samba Room can accommodate up to 170 with a dance floor. The Samba Room has floor to ceiling windows, a built in Granite Bar and all of Carnivale’s color and flair. Carnivale provides a unique space, top notch service and amazing soulful Latin cuisine to fulfill all of your celebration needs. Let me help you in creating an unforgettable experience for you and your guests.
"Thank you so much. We want to let you know how absolutely FLAWLESS the evening went...my parents were so impressed with how great the service, food, staff was at Carnivale! It seriously exceeded my greatest expectations! My parents' friends talked all night about how yummy the paella stand was! It was all a real hit!
Alex and I really feel it was as successful as it was because of your patience and attention to details. So thank you, please pass along our appreciation to everyone at Carnivale!"
Anita Dee I & II
A BRAND NEW LOOK for 2009! From, bow to stern, every inch of our magnificent vessels have been refurbished to continue providing the best in premier yachting Chicago has to offer. Located on the south side of Navy Pier, Anita Dee Yacht Charters has specialized in private, customized cruises for groups of 50–400 along Chicago’s magnificent skyline for more than 25 years. A unique venue, offering two exclusive yachts, flexible charter times, directions of sail and alternate docking locations, Anita Dee is the perfect choice for your next event, whatever the occasion!
phone :: 312.379.3191
fax :: 312.379.3198
web :: www.anitadee.com
Adler Planetarium (Chicago, IL)
an exciting interactive alternative to other Chicago wedding venues
Seated dinners up to 375 people
Buffet and/or Stations up to 325 with dance floor
January and February: $3,750
March through December: $5,000
Costs include 4 hours of building use exclusive of typical event set-up (three hours) and break-down (two and a half hours) times, coat check, ambient music, and use of the Sundial Terrace. All events must end by midnight.
Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum
1300 S. Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60605
phone :: 312.542.2428
web :: www.adlerplanetarium.org/private/index.shtml
The Art Institute of Chicago (Chicago, IL) Yours is the opportunity to hold an event at Chicago's foremost cultural institution
Allow our professional planning experts to create an enchanting evening reception or elegant sit-down dinner for your special celebration. The mix of great artwork and superior service will be the perfect backdrop for a memorable event.
The Art Institute of Chicago
111 South Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60603-6404
phone :: 312.443.3530
web :: www.artic.edu/aic/visitor_info/privateevents.html
Atrium Events (Chicago, IL) Whether it's a wedding reception or a dance performance, we really know how to help you throw a party.
"We were looking for a unique location for our wedding and we found it in Atrium Events. We followed the transformation and finally the space was ready for our wedding day. It was more beautiful and dramatic than we could have imagined. We had a fabulous time and our guests loved the place. Maggie, Stuart and the rest of the gang at Atrium Events are so professional and helpful. They worked so hard to make our special day a great success. In the end, it was a fun wedding in an awesome location! Thank you!" - Tania and Joe Valdes
Atrium Events
4325 N. Ravenswood
Chicago, Illinois 60613
phone :: 773.348.0622
web :: www.architecturalartifacts.com/atriumevents
Catalyst Ranch (Chicago, IL) Chicago's most Creative meeting and event venue!
We're festive, zany, and fun! There's nothing quite like us anywhere in the country. We're non-traditional here - except for our dedication to our clients. Our service is exceptional. That is what our clients say.
Catalyst Ranch
656 W. Randolph, Suite 3W
Chicago, IL 60661
phone :: 312.207.1710
web :: www.catalystranchevents.com
Chicago History Museum (Chicago, IL)
ideal for year round wedding receptions, the History Museum can comfortably accommodate 350 guests for a seated dinner with a dance floor
Our venue is one of the most elegant and unique locations for a wedding in the entire city. All wedding rentals begin at 5:30 p.m., end at 12:00 midnight, and include use of the second floor of the museum as well as the outdoor plaza that borders Lincoln Park. The possibilities for your special day are endless.
Chicago History Museum
Clark Street at North Avenue
Chicago, IL 60614
phone :: 312.799.2254
web :: chicagohistory.org/hostevent
The Field Museum (Chicago, IL)
The Field Museum serves as a host site for receptions and dinners for all size groups, and is a stunning choice for a wedding reception.
We have several beautiful event spaces and guests can access various exhibition galleries, depending on the event location and the purchase of special gallery use, if desired. Event space is determined primarily by the event size and length. Each event space provides a unique opportunity to view a portion of the Field Museum's world-class permanent collection.
Events at The Field Museum can begin at 6pm. There is no set ending time. The bar must close no later than 1am. Wedding ceremonies are not allowed at The Field Museum.
The Field Museum
1400 S. Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, IL 60605
phone :: 312.665.7600
web :: www.fieldmuseum.org/specialevents
Galleria Marchetti (Chicago, IL) Galleria Marchetti is the perfect venue for any occasion ranging from a simple cocktail party in Joe Marchetti's Ristorante Italiano to a beautiful reception in the elegant tented pavilion.
Galleria Marchetti is one of Chicago's most beautiful venues for weddings. Founded by Joe Marchetti, owner and operator of the world famous Como Inn restaurant, Galleria Marchetti is known for both its beautiful ambience and its delicious Italian cuisine. Characterized by an expansive lush courtyard that is perfect for both outdoor ceremonies as well as cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, and a beautiful tented pavilion for receptions, Galleria Marchetti has grown into one of Chicago's favorite locations for weddings. Galleria Marchetti can accommodate weddings ranging from 25 to 500 guests.
Galleria Marchetti
825 West Erie Street
Chicago, IL 60622
phone :: 312.563.0495
web :: www.galleriamarchetti.com
Harold Washington Library Center (Chicago, IL) Events to remember at the Harold Washington Library Center
Harold Washington Library Center
400 South State Street
Chicago, Illinois 60605
phone :: 312.747.4130
web :: www.chipublib.org/001hwlc/corpevents/cpe.html
Hotel Allegro (Chicago, IL)
Plan your Chicago wedding at the luxury Hotel Allegro Chicago
Place your special day in the very capable hands of our expert planners at the boutique-style Hotel Allegro Chicago.
Surrounded by the vibrant and warm decor of our hotel, your wedding at the downtown Hotel Allegro Chicago will be unique and exceptionally personal. We invite you to visit our beautiful location - tour the wedding venue spaces we feature as well as the guestrooms for your friends and family. (Our historic Walnut Room, with its 15-foot ceilings, floor-to-ceiling-windows and original 1926 fixtures, is the most spectacular ballroom in all of Chicago.)
Hotel Allegro
171 West Randolph Street
Chicago, IL 60601
contact :: Carlo Stuart
phone :: 312.325.7142
web :: www.allegrochicago.com/alleg_eve_weddings.html
Kaleidoscope (Chicago, IL) One of Chicago's most spectacular events venues, KALEIDOSCOPE is designed to be whatever one chooses; from elegant sit down dinners for 150 guests, to rocking cocktail parties for 1500... and everything in between.
Kaleidoscope
800 W. Superior St.
Chicago, IL 60622
phone :: 312.850.0800
web :: www.kaleidoscopeevents.net
The Mid-America Club (Chicago, IL) Celebrate your Wedding with a View - “A Step Above†at The Mid-America Club, a Chicago tradition for more than forty years.
The Mid-America Club is proud to present three distinct and comprehesive wedding packages. They reflect our clients' most often requested selections and have been designed to simplify and facilitate both menu planning and budgeting.
The Mid-America Club
200 East Randolph Drive, 80th floor - Aon Center
Chicago, Illinois 60601
phone :: 312.861.1100
web :: www.midamclub.com/events_weddings.htm
The Newberry Library (Chicago, IL)
Thank you so much for considering the Newberry Library for your upcoming special event. It is with great pleasure that we make our space available for private parties. Renting our facility gives us the opportunity to introduce the Library to many people each year who would not otherwise be using the collections.
Rental rates for exclusive use pertain after 6:00 pm Monday, Friday, & Saturday; after 7:30 pm Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday; and all day Sunday.
The Newberry Library
60 W. Walton St.
Chicago, IL 60610
phone :: 312.255.3595
web :: www.newberry.org/general/rentcontent.html
Notebaert Nature Museum (Chicago, IL)
Planning the perfect wedding is second nature to us. Imagine your special
day amid the natural beauty of Lincoln Park. Indoor and outdoor spaces offer
airy elegance with incomparable views of North Pond, lake Michigan, and
Chicago's skyline.
Our special events perfectionists ensure that your day is flawless.
Notebaert Nature Museum
2430 N. Cannon Dr.
Chicago, IL 60614
phone :: 773.755.5155
web :: www.naturemuseum.org
Omni Chicago Hotel (Chicago, IL)
4 Diamond Service Award
Omni Chicago Hotel can offer you a fantastic location for your wedding reception. We are located in the heart of Chicago's Magnificent Mile where there is an abundance of shopping, restaurants and transportation outlets.
We offer you phenomenal service that gives your wedding extra attention as it is such an important day for you and your family.
Finally, the food that is served at your wedding is outstanding! All of our meals are prepared from the same kitchen and culinary team as our 4 diamond restaurant, Cielo.
Our four diamond property has hosted rehearsal dinners, ceremonies and receptions for up to 175 guests, all with a touch of magic that only a Michigan Avenue Hotel can provide.
With two majestic ballrooms, with floor to ceiling windows, wonderful cuisine and 347 lavish guest suites complete with parlors and plasma TVs, the Omni Chicago Hotel can create memories that last a lifetime!
The Peninsula Chicago (Chicago, IL)
The city's most luxurious and sophisticated hotel, offering guests all possible amenities and services
The Peninsula Chicago offers 9,000 sq ft of versatile function and meeting space, providing the flexibility for every type of event from intimate meetings to lavish galas.
The Terrace, which serves as an extension to The Grand Ballroom and overlooks "The Magnificent Mile," is ideal for alfresco dining and cocktail receptions.
Six further meeting and function rooms are located on the 6th floor of The Peninsula Chicago and range in size from 363 sq ft to 1,472 sq ft. A number of adjoining meeting rooms can be combined for events and meetings requiring additional space. All the rooms feature a warm, elegant decor, spacious layouts, and several have floor-to-ceiling windows.
Private dining at The Peninsula Chicago is an experience to remember; every detail of your wedding, special celebration, or business event is important to us. With the winning combination of our elegant facilities, uncompromising service, and haute cuisine, The Peninsula Chicago aims to exceed your expectations.
The Peninsula Chicago
108 East Superior Street (at North Michigan Avenue)
Chicago, Illinois 60611
contact :: Ms Jennifer Clarke, Catering Manager - Weddings
phone :: 312.573.6701
web :: chicago.meetings.peninsula.com/pch/weddings.html
Phil Stefani Signature Events (Chicago, IL) You imagine it. We make it happen.
It's your big day. Here at Phil Stefani Signature Events we understand how important it is to personalize every detail of your wedding. Our stellar catering executives will guide you through each aspect of your event and custom design menus to work with personal tastes and budget issues. As a full-service catering service, our objective is to offer the highest quality of food, presentation, design, and service.
Crystal Garden - Navy Pier
700 E. Grand
Chicago, IL 60611
phone1 :: 312.595.5446
phone2 :: 312.275.9000
web :: www.stefanirestaurants.com/weddings.html
The Sutton Place Hotel (Chicago, IL)
Rising above Chicago's exciting Gold Coast, The Sutton Place Hotel Chicago, a 4 diamond facility, offers a unique mix of style and serenity in the middle of the bustling Chicago lifestyle.
The Sutton Place Hotel provides unique contemporary settings with walls of windows overlooking the city - perfect for prenuptial dinners, ceremonies, receptions, and post-wedding brunches.
The Sutton Place Hotel
21 East Bellevue Place
Chicago, IL 60611
phone :: 312.266.2100
fax :: 312.266.2103
web :: www.chicago.suttonplace.com/Weddings.htm
W Chicago - City Center (Chicago, IL)
Celebrate your vows... in a romantic world of wonder
A unique venue for your rehearsal dinner, ceremony, and wedding reception, the W Chicago - City Center offers several rooms for a wedding like no other.
Great Room 1 features high ceilings for dramatic impact, crystal chandeliers, and celestial silver and gold color schemes. Great Room 1 also offers an open-for-interpretation environment. Go opulent. Go minimal. Anyway you choose, the room will be the perfect setting for a perfect day.
Another option to make your day glamorous and gorgeous. Get creative with Great Room 2's unique loft-style design - including fireplace, high ceilings - to make your day dreamy in every way. Great Room 2 is the perfect space to capture a cozy, comfy feeling.
W Chicago - City Center
172 W. Adams Street
Chicago, IL 60603
Independence Grove, Lake County's newest "natural treasure", is located approximately 2.5 miles west of IL-294 at the IL-137 exit, in north suburban Libertyville. This lovely 1100-acre preserve contains a beautiful indoor/ outdoor special event facility (Audubon Hall), an outdoor event pavilion (North Bay Pavilion) and a stunning Native Garden, all of which have been built around a 115-acre lake, complete with marina, swimming beach and a walking trail with bridges.
Events at Independence Grove
16400 W. Buckley Rd.
Libertyville, IL 60048
A touch of France in the heart of America. Sofitel Chicago O Hare, connected to the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, is near O Hare airport (free shuttle) and has easy access to downtown Chicago by subway or car. 288 rooms and 12 suites with pay per view TV, all floors are non smoking. Features the Chez Colette restaurant with French specialties, Le Petit Marche bakery, conference center, 15 meeting rooms for up to 400 people, 5 function rooms and grand ballrooms for 1000 people, pool and gym.
Sofitel Chicago OHare
5550 North River Road
Rosemont, IL 60018
Our beautifully decorated banquet facility offers rooms accommodating 30 to 400 guests for special occasions of all kinds, access to a spacious outdoor veranda overlooking our championship 27 hole golf course, full service built in bars, the privacy of a Bride's Room and VIP Room, gourmet cuisine. We also have an intimate private dining room for approximately 20 to 50 guests that is perfect for showers and rehearsal dinners.
Boulder Ridge Country Club
350 Boulder Drive
Lake in the Hills, IL 60156
Congratulations on your special moment! There’s no more
spectacular destination than Chicago’s North Shore to celebrate
your wedding with family and friends. At the Best Western
University Plaza all your wedding dreams come true.
At the Best Western University Plaza - Evanston, we understand
that planning a wedding in Chicago can be both exciting and exasperating. That’s why we
provide you with an event planner and all of the support staff you need to make your day
a magical success. We’ll work with you to customize menu options, decorations,
announcements and other special arrangements to suit your unique tastes.
Featuring over 6,000 square feet of banquet space near Lake
Michigan, our elegant hotel has long been the premier location
for memorable wedding receptions, bridal showers and wedding
rehearsal dinners. Our stylish and versatile banquet halls and
catering facilities offer an ideal venue for romantic weddings
ceremonies and celebrations.
The Best Western University Plaza
1501 Sherman Avenue
Evanston, IL 60201
Brae Loch Banquets features a bright event space with
a sweeping view of Brae Loch Golf Course. The room can
comfortably seat 200 guests with a beautiful wooden
dance floor. Your guests will be served outstanding
food prepared by by Chicago’s finest caterer in our
beautiful country setting. Our wedding package
provides you with a complete wedding reception that
includes outstanding cuisine, full bar for the entire
reception time, linen to the floor, centerpieces,
professional tuxedoed service staff and even sales
tax-all for one price with NO hidden costs.
Brae Loch Banquets
33600 N. U.S. Highway 45
Grayslake, IL 60030-2216
Astoria Banquets (Buffalo Grove, IL) Astoria Banquets houses impeccable banquet rooms, impressively designed to set the scene for your special event. www.astoriabanquets.com
Discover elegance and affordability at this best kept secret in fine Banquets. Featuring magnificent crystal chandeliers and imported silk damask wall coverings, the Grand Ballroom is distinctly dramatic and refined. For more intimate affairs, choose the VIP room for its chic and modern ambience. Accomodate 20-550 people for ceremonies and receptions.
Arboretum Club (Buffalo Grove, IL) Creating events that create lasting memories
The Arboretum Club and Banquet Facility offers a spacious venue with accommodations for up to 300 guests, a scenic view of our golf course, and an exquisite menu selection. We treat each event uniquely and can offer creative ideas on every detail of your special event. Our elegant ambiance, exceptional cuisine, outstanding dedication to service and our spectacular view will all combine to create fantastic events including but not limited to Wedding Ceremonies, Wedding Receptions, Bridal Showers, and Rehearsal Dinners.
Let us attend to all the details so you and your guests can enjoy a warm, relaxed atmosphere while creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Arboretum Club
401 Half Day Rd
Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
phone :: 847.913.9112
web :: www.arboretumclub.com
Casa Royale Banquets (Des Plaines, IL)
Casa Royale is a family owned and managed facility with the professionalism that you would expect to find in only the finest hotels. Our home made recipes professionally prepared to experience the best of both worlds, hearty portions and flavors with elegant presentation.
Our Grand Ballroom has a capacity of 350 people with its large Crystal and Brass Chandeliers and a pre-function area for your guests to socialize. Our Strauss Room has a capacity of 190 Guests with its Strauss crystal Chandeliers it is the perfect setting for your more intimate reception
Casa Royale Banquets
783 Lee Street/Mannheim Road
Des Plaines, Illinois 60016
phone :: 847.297.6640
web :: www.casaroyalebanquets.com
Chevy Chase Country Club & Banquet Facilities (Wheeling, IL) Experience the elegance and history of Chevy Chase Country Club. Come eat, drink, and play with us.
Chevy Chase offers a variety of services specifically designed to simplify your role as host. Our private bride's room and concierge services are just a part of the once-in-a-lifetime, never-to-be-forgotten experience that awaits you at Chevy Chase. Outdoor ceremonies for up to 150 guests on our Devonshire Patio overlook our 18-hole award-winning golf course, while the elegant Grand Ballroom seats up to 225 guests for an indoor ceremony. It is the goal, and pleasure, of the Chevy Chase staff to make your wedding a seamless and stunning celebration.
Chevy Chase Country Club
1000 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Wheeling, IL 60090
phone :: 847.465.2305
web :: www.chevychasecountryclub.com
Chicago Botanic Garden (Glencoe, IL)
385-acre garden featuring 23 specialty gardens, rolling hills and peaceful lagoons. Indoor and outdoor facilities are available year-round for wedding receptions and special events
The Chicago Botanic Garden
1000 Lake Cook Road
Glencoe, IL 60022
phone :: 847.835.8370
web :: www.chicagobotanic.org
Doubletree Hotel Chicago-North Shore (Skokie, IL)
Our Windows Ballroom is a memorable and perfect place to hold your next event. You and your guests will enjoy the spectacular view of our great city Chicago and the beautiful landscape of the North Shore. Our Grand Ballroom is a handsome and elegant space to hold a large reception an event your guests will likely never forget. We are also the only hotel in the North Shore equipped with a certified Kosher Kitchen for banquets, weddings or special events. With thirty + years of experience and fabulous mouth watering cuisine you can relax knowing your event will be a huge success.
Grand Palace Banquet Center (Gurnee, IL) A place for friendly and enjoyable gatherings.
Couples rely on the Grand Palace Banquet Center for both weddings and receptions. For this very special occasion, our trained staff takes care of every detail. On the wedding day, you'll be able to enjoy the entire celebration and spend time with your guests, because our courteous staff handles all the details.
Whether you're planning an intimate gathering for 30 guests or a formal gala for 250, the Grand Palace provides the right atmosphere.
Grand Palace Banquet Center
5572 Grand Avenue
Gurnee, IL 60031
phone :: 847.662.2929
web :: www.grandpalacebanquets.com
Harrison Manor House (Lake Bluff, IL) exceptional hospitality for your special events
Harrison Manor House offers a variety of settings for receptions, dinners and special events. We can accommodate 300 guests for a cocktail reception, and our largest room accommodates 250 for a sit-down dinner.
Special Events at Harrison Manor House
Green Bay Road
Lake Bluff, IL 60044
phone :: 847-295-1100
web :: www.harrisonmanorhouse.com
Hawthorn Suites At Midlane Golf Resort (Wadsworth, IL)
We invite you to experience the extraoridinary hospitality for all your meeting, banquet, and travel needs at Hawthorn Suites at Midlane Golf Resort!
Hawthorn Suites At Midlane Golf Resort
4555 W. York House Road
Wadsworth, IL 60083
phone :: 847.360.0550
web :: www.midlaneresort.com/banquets.htm
Meridian Banquets (Rolling Meadows, IL) Meridian Banquets is an elegant, first-class banquet facility. We will make your reception memorable for you and your guests.
Meridian Banquets
1701 Algonquin Rd.
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008
phone :: 847.952.8181
web :: www.meridianbanquets.com
Metropolis Ballroom (Arlington Heights, IL)
The spectacular Metropolis Ballroom offers a beautiful room complimented by sumptuous food and unparalleled service. The spacious ballroom can comfortably welcome 250 guests and features hardwood floors, 40' ceilings, a built-in full-service bar, a baby grand piano and a glass wall leading to an outdoor veranda. Our gorgeous Bridal Suite provides space and comfort for the bride, the entire bridal party and family.
Metropolis Ballroom
6 South Vail Ave.
Arlington Heights, IL 60006
phone :: 847.870.8787
web :: www.metropolisballroom.com
Old Orchard Country Club (Mt. Prospect, IL)
Magnificent views, floor to ceiling windows, beautiful gardens and detailed elegance combine with professional staff and experienced banquet directors to assist you every step of the way. At Old Orchard Midori Banquets, we host one wedding per evening to make your day yours and yours alone.
Our all-inclusive wedding packages provide unmatched value accommodating 35 -400 guests.
Old Orchard Country Club - Midori Banquet Service
700 West Rand Road
Mt. Prospect, IL 60056
phone :: 847.259.6010
web :: oldorchardccbanquets.com
Redfield Estate at The Grove (Glenview, IL)
The Redfield Estate at The Grove National Historic Landmark is available for rental by the public. Available for Receptions up to 125 people.
Your wedding ceremony at the Redfield Estate may be held outdoors at one of our two gazebos or in the spacious meadow surrounding the house. Indoor ceremonies may take place in the air-conditioned Great Room with its cathedral ceiling, ornate fireplace, golden chandeliers and two-story leaded glass window.
The Redfield Estate is an excellent choice for wedding receptions. The spacious lawn is well-suited for large groups while indoors accommodates sit-down meals for up to 85 person or buffets serving larger groups of up to 125. A professionally equipped catering kitchen is available.
Redfield Estate at The Grove
1421 Milwaukee Ave.
Glenview, IL 60025
contact :: Carol DiLorenzo, Redfield Rental Coordinator
phone :: 847.298.0095
web :: www.glenviewparkdist.org/fa-grove-redfield.htm
White Nights (Rosemont, IL)
Whether your event will be simple and intimate or lavish and extraordinary, our distinct, elegant ballrooms are exquisitely designed for a memorable experience.
At White Nights you don't have to sacrifice elegance for affordability. We believe you are entitled to both. Call us today at (847) 322-8589.
White Nights Banquets
10290 W Higgins Road
Rosemont, IL
phone :: 847.824.3070
web :: www.whitenightschicago.com/weddings.htm
Featured Wedding Reception Venues in the Chicago Area Chicago South / Southwest Suburbs
Silver Lake Country Club (Orland Park, IL - Chicago & Suburbs) Imagine Floor to Ceiling Wall to Wall Windows Overlooking Illuminated Gardens and Ceremony Areas. www.silverlakecc.com
Floor to ceiling wall to wall windows overlooking lush gardens and patios which are illuminated in the evening. Amazing areas on-site for pictures or garden ceremonies.
All food and beverage is top of the line; Whittingham Meats, Top Shelf Bar Package including all Bottled Beers, Service Staff with 20 years of experience.
The historical mansion built in 1889 is available for special events. The conservatory and ballroom accommodate 450 for dinner. The outdoor ceremony site with Victorian Gardens is complemented by arbor and pagoda structures nestled among ponds, massive pines and thousands of beautiful flowers. Whatever the occasion, you'll want to select the Patrick Haley Mansion for a truly memorable event.
Located on 40 acres of exquisitely landscaped grounds, The Chateau Bu-Sche' offers 3 outdoor ceremony sites. Glistening atriums with white marble floors and billowing silk liners offer settings for ceremonies, dining and/or dancing. Follow the picturesque Creekwalk over the bridge to our Creekside Gazebo for a unique outdoor ceremony location. Add professional service and outstanding cuisine and The Chateau Bu-Sche' offers the best of everything.
Today, the Grand Ballroom at Joliet Union Station, originally built in 1912, is available for private events and is the perfect location for weddings, and accommodates up to 300 guests. The Grand Ballroom features stunning classic architecture with crystal chandeliers and forty-five foot ceilings. Capture memorable photographs on the marble staircase or balcony. A truly unique location.
The Belvedere Chateau (Palos Hills, IL) Let us make your special occasion unforgettable!
Our four elegant rooms can accomodate anywhere from 50 to 1000 guests. The owners Sophia and George with their old world charm and hospitality go out of their way everyday to make your special event unforgettable.
The Belvedere Chateau
8055 W. 103rd St.
Palos Hills, IL 60465
phone :: 708.430.1800
web :: www.belvederechateau.com
Concorde Centre (Woodstock, IL)
a classic turn of the century indoor / outdoor setting for both ceremonies and receptions
Concorde Center
3708 Alden Road
Woodstock, IL 60098
phone :: 815.337.3500
web :: www.concorde-centre.com
DiNolfo's Banquets (Homer Glen, Mokena/Orland, IL)
Where elegance, beauty and service is our standard. Accommodations for 50-1400 Guests. Our Mokena Banquet facility is detailed with fine white bricks and classic arches..... A style reminiscent of elegant, Traditional-American craftsmanship. Beautiful landscaping and lighting also add to its overall appeal. Our dedicated and experienced Banquet Hall staff will attend to every detail and assure a memory that you will always cherish. They are ready to help with all your wedding reception or banquet plans.
DiNolfo's Banquets
9425 W. 191st Street
Mokena, IL 60448
phone :: 708.479.1919
DiNolfo's Banquets
14447 West 159th Street
Homer Glen, IL
phone :: 708.645.1900
The Jacob Henry Mansion (Joliet, IL)
At the Jacob Henry Mansion Estate, tradition becomes customized. Whether in our mansion, church, or ballroom, our various event settings allow couples the option to choose the ideal location for their ceremony or reception. Flexibility is key, beginning first with ceremony and reception site, and onward into each individual detail of the wedding celebration. Experienced event coordinators are available to provide guidance and suggestions, and to ensure that couples are aware of the many possibilities available at the Jacob Henry Mansion Estate. As it was more than 100 years ago, any guest coming to the estate will find their needs fulfilled and all their wishes granted.
Our Victorian Estate boasts an exquisite mansion, lush gardens, a Gilded Age church, and a newly renovated ballroom capable of hosting 300 guests. Ceremonies may be performed in the mansion, the gardens, or amid the Tiffany stained glass windows of the Old Central Church. For your reception, choose the extravagant Victorian Ballroom for your larger celebration, or the Jacob Henry Mansion for a more intimate affair. Both feature period decor in burgundies, golds, and greens, with crystal chandeliers and elaborate woodwork. Our experienced event coordinators are prepared to customize a perfect day for you from our delicious meals to our chocolate fountain. At the Jacob Henry Mansion Estate, let the ambiance of the past create the present setting for your future together...
SERVICES
Reception Services at the Jacob Henry Mansion, the Victorian Ballroom, or the Mansion Gardens
On-site catering staff and event coordinators
Ceremonial services at the Old Central Church (privately owned, non-denominational)
Ceremonial Services at the Jacob Henry Mansion or the Mansion Gardens
Boutique rentals and recommendations to preferred professionals for ceremony or reception
phone :: 815.722.2465
email :: infoATjacobhenrymansion.com
web :: www.jacobhenrymansion.com
The Old Barn (Burbank, IL)
Receptions up to 350, indoor and outdoor ceremonies, rehersal dinners and showers in many of our other private intimate rooms
Of all the events in the course of one's life, a Wedding should be the most memorable. Weddings at the The Old Barn are elegant affairs with impeccable meals, superb planning and service available at your fingertips. Our banquet facility can hold up to 400 people yet we can accommodate smaller parties in our private rooms in our adjacent restaurant.
Our wedding packages start at .95 for a 5-½ hour package with all the amenities you would expect for your special day. We have a bridal room and also include a complimentary dinner for two on your first anniversary in our restaurant. We happily accommodate parties of all sizes up to 400 including showers, rehearsal dinners, birthdays, anniversaries, social events, baptisms and graduations. "Always good food." Rated excellent in the Zagets survey for 2002. See for yourself what everyone is talking about.
For a full list of our menus please visit our web site at www.theoldbarn.biz.
Awards :: Best place to have Prime rib on South side 2002, 2004
The Old Barn
8100 Parkside Ave
Burbank, IL 60459
phone :: 708-422-5400
web :: www.theoldbarn.biz/weddings.htm
Featured Wedding Reception Venues in the Chicago Area Chicago West Suburbs
Abbington Banquets (Glen Ellyn, IL)
The Abbington believes in making your dreams come true. That’s why we go out of our way to make sure your special day is magnificent. www.abbingtonbanquets.com
Take one look at our impressive architecture and stunning surroundings and you will see why we’ve been named "The Jewel of the Western Suburbs." Featuring finely appointed ballrooms, spaciously elegant foyer, crystal chandeliers, maple wood dance floor, granite bars, full service staff
and world class cuisine. Accommodating from 100-1300.
At The Abbington, we believe in making your dreams come true. That’s why we go out of our way to make sure your special day is magnificent.
Take one look at our impressive architecture and stunning surroundings and you will see why we’ve been named "The Jewel of the Western Suburbs." Add that to our finely appointed ballrooms, full service staff and world class cuisine and you'll find yourself in a celebration that is sure to be the portrait of perfection!
Our staff dressed in black tie attire, greets you at our entrance in our spacious and elegant foyer, then escorts you to your ballroom. Right before your very eyes, we open the doors, and you experience our ambiance: beautiful table settings, white glove service, dazzling chandeliers, marble bars, gleaming maple wood dance-floors, flowing full-length linens, and culinary masterpieces soon to be enjoyed by your guests.
Your Event. Our Unparalleled Service.
The Abbington
3S002 Route 53
(Butterfield Road & IL Route 53)
Glen Ellyn IL 60137
We pride ourselves on the service we provide our guests. With a stunning, lakeside Ceremony Area for up to 200 guests, three unique banquet rooms for 30-375 guests, packages to fit most any budget, and our impeccable service, St. Andrews provides the perfect setting for your wedding.
"St. Andrews was the absolute perfect place for us to have our wedding. I could not have asked for anything better. Everyone was so helpful and Karen, the catering manager, was the nicest and most catering person I could have imagined. Not only are the grounds and reception hall gorgeous, but they made our wedding planning and day easier. We would recommend St. Andrews to anyone who is looking to have a stress-free day with lots of beautiful scenery.
Thank you again!"
- Kyla and Greg McClure
St. Andrews Golf and Country Club
2241 Route 59
West Chicago , IL 60185
Ashyana Banquets (Downers Grove, IL)
Have your once-in-a-lifetime event truly unforgettable at Chicagoland's newest, extremely magnificent Banquet facility, spreading over 40,000 sq. ft. with a capacity of 1,200 people. Exquisitely designed, multiple luxurious ballrooms, high ceilings and beautiful crystal chandeliers has made Ashyana Banquets the best place to plan your wedding.
From the moment you book your wedding reception, we'll work side by side with you to personalize every detail of your reception.
Ashyana Banquets
1620 West 75th Street
Downers Grove, IL 60516
phone :: 630.964.7090
web :: www.ashyanabanquets.com
Carriage Greens Country Club (Darien, IL)
Beautiful Beginnings start at Carriage Greens Country Club which offers
the amenities of a private club at a fraction of the cost.
Set amidst lush greens and fabulous fairways, our banquet rooms provide a picture perfect setting for your much anticipated day.
Our experienced and professional staff will help guide you through every detail to ensure that your celebration is truly a memorable one.
Facilities to accommodate up to 350
Rooms that offer a panoramic view of the golf course
Cuisine expertly prepared by our on-site, certified chef
Marble dance floors and crystal chandeliers
Complete Maitre D' Service throughout the entire event
Carriage Greens Country Club - for that personal touch
Carriage Greens Country Club
8700 Carriage Greens Drive
Darien, IL 60561
phone :: 630.985.3400
web :: www.carriagegreens.com/weddings.html
Glendale Lakes Golf Club (Glendale Heights, IL) Your wedding reception deserves the service and attention to detail that only Glendale Lakes can provide. Our elegant room with accommodations for up to 250 will set the tone for a perfect day. Experience the difference...
Glendale Lakes Golf Club
1550 President Street
Glendale Heights, IL 60139
phone :: 630.260.0018
web :: www.glendalelakes.com/Banquet/wedding.htm
The Hyatt Lodge at McDonald's Campus (Oak Brook, IL)
Plan an Oak Brook wedding at The Hyatt Lodge
Happily ever after starts here. The Hyatt Lodge at McDonald's Campus can host your Oak Brook wedding ceremony, photography session and reception at one unique location.
Our exclusive Chicago luxury hotel is located on 88 acres of beautiful wooded landscape and offers a natural setting for your special day. The Prairie Ballroom provides 5,100 square feet overlooking a secluded lake with banquet seating for 300 guests. And for breathtaking views, experience the Grand Oaks Pavilion with seating for 200 guests, encircled by floor-to-ceiling windows.
The Hyatt Lodge at McDonald's Campus
2815 Jorie Boulevard
Oak Brook, Illinois 60523
phone :: 630-990-5800
web :: thelodge.hyatt.com/property/meetingsevents/weddings/index.jhtml
Marriot (Burr Ridge, IL)
View our inclusive reception package featuring host bar, hors d'oeuvres, 3 course dinner
Complimentary guest suite for the bride and groom the evening of the reception
Marriot Chicago Southwest at Burr Ridge
1200 Burr Ridge Parkway
Burr Ridge, IL 60527
phone :: 630-986-4100
web :: www.marriottburrridge.com/events.htm
Mesón Sabika (Naperville, IL) Romance, distinctive award winning cuisine, exemplary service, gracious ambiance...
Mesón Sabika
1025 Aurora Ave.
Naperville, IL 60540
phone :: 630.983.3000
web :: www.mesonsabika.com/wedding/index.php
Oak Brook Bath & Tennis Club (Oak Brook, IL)
Let our Bath and Tennis Clubhouse be the backdrop for your special day. With its 35-foot vaulted ceiling, stone double-sided fireplace, natural wood and floor-to-ceiling windows, the Clubhouse offers a spectacular view of lush wooded acres and a serene lake with a fountain.
Oak Brook Bath & Tennis Club
800 Oak Brook Road
Oak Brook, IL 60523
phone :: 630.368.5000
web :: www.oak-brook.org/weddings
Royalty West Banquets (Willow Springs, IL) Unique Banquets in a Castle
Our trained and efficient personnel and our enchanted & unique building will make that very special day a most memorable experience that will be long lived.Service, atmosphere and quality or food is our number one priority.
All our wedding packages include a bar of your choice, the menu selection of your choice, professional servers, all gratuities for servers (not bartenders), a champagne toast, centerpieces, gourmet wedding cake, smoking preference and the privilege of your own private ballroom.
Royalty West Banquets
8675 South Archer Avenue
Willow Springs, IL 60480
phone :: 708-839-5200
web :: www.royaltywestbanquets.com
Willowbrook Ballroom (Willow Springs, IL)
Discover the history. Discover the romance. Discover the multitude of unique banquet and entertainment offerings found only within the landmark setting of the Willowbrook Ballroom.
Saturday Afternoon, Friday & Sunday Evening Grand Ballroom Weddings
Willowbrook Ballroom
8900 South Archer Avenue
Willow Springs, IL 60480
phone :: 708.839.1000
web :: www.willowbrookballroom.com
The Palmer House Hilton (Chicago, IL) The Palmer House Hilton offers modern conveniences combined with over one hundred years of elegance.
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Knickerbocker Hotel (Chicago, IL)
Built in 1927, the four diamond Knickerbocker Hotel offers a setting of traditional elegance and world class service.
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Bistro 110 (Chicago, IL)
Just steps from the Magnificent Mile, Bistro 110 is a legendary Chicago favorite that lures locals, visitors (and oftentimes celebrities) with its chic style and neighborhood charm. Our fashionable, friendly atmosphere buzzes with the energy and flair of an authentic French bistro. Accented with gleaming copper and contemporary murals by renowned artists, it's a fantastic place for casual meals or special occasions.
Bistro 110
110 East Pearson Street
Chicago, Illinois 60611
DoubleTree Hotel O'Hare (Rosemont, IL)
a 4,000 square foot Banquet Space that can accomodate Wedding Parties of 250 comfortably - take a virtual tour online
web :: www.doubletreeohareairport.com
The Drake Hotel (Chicago, IL)
For over 80 years, The Drake Hotel has made fantasy weddings a reality. Whether you choose the opulent Gold Coast Room overlooking Lake Michigan, or the circa 1920s Grand Ballroom with the balcony and grand staircase, your guests will be enchanted with our historic splendor, polished service, and spectacular cuisine.
A historic landmark, The Drake is well known as Chicago's most romantic hotel. From the moment you enter you can see why so many brides and grooms have chosen to dance their first dance in The Drake's Ballrooms, begin their honeymoons in our luxurious suites, and return to celebrate their 1st and 50th anniversaries.
web :: www.thedrakehotel.com/catering/weddings.html
Fairmont Chicago (Chicago, IL)
The Fairmont Chicago has created lifelong memories as Chicago's premier hotel for elegant and luxurious weddings since its opening in 1987. The Fairmont Chicago's grand tradition of hospitality along with our sophisticated elegance create the perfect setting for your wedding day.
web :: www.fairmont.com/weddings
Four Seasons Hotel (Chicago, IL)
reflecting the comfort and decorum of a gracious skytop mansion, Four Seasons is the award-winning site of the city's most extraordinary weddings, perfected in every detail
All the info you need for Galena IL destination weddings at Galena destination wedding planner website!
web :: www.galenagetawayweddings.com
InterContinental Chicago (Chicago, IL)
Today, as in years past, the InterContinental Chicago is one of the most sought after Wedding venues in the city. This historic landmark mark hotel has earned a well-deserved reputation for excellence in facilities and service levels. We create each Wedding experience and social event with elegance and style; but most importantly, we make them memorable for you.
web :: chicago.intercontinental.com/chiic/meetings_01.html
Levy Events Catering (Chicago, IL)
Levy Events Catering creates weddings in Chicago landmarks like The Great Hall of Cafe Brauer, The School of The Art Institute of Chicago, Newberry Library and more private venues. Expert event planners handle every detail so you can enjoy your day. Our award-winning chefs and impeccable service will delight and impress your guests.
web :: www.levyrestaurants.com/public/catering.aspx
Marriot Hotels (Nationwide)
Whether your wedding planning involves a large or small wedding party Marriott offers a wide range of services to make your special day stress free.
web :: www.marriott.com/meetings/hotel-weddings/travel.mi
The Martinique Banquet Complex (Burbank, IL) the premier location in the Chicagoland area for elegant weddings and banquets for over 25 years
web :: www.martiniquebanquets.com
The Odyssey Country Club (Tinley Park, IL) elegance permeates our spacious banquet and ballroom facilities; each designed to fulfill your special event needs
web :: www.odysseycountryclub.com/weddings.asp
The Ritz-Carlton (Chicago, IL)
honoured among the world's finest hotels, year after year, The Ritz-Carlton Chicago's intuitive service, distinctive salons and imaginative menus atop prestigious Water Tower Place lend an unmistakable tone of grandeur and prestige to wedding celebrations
web :: www.fourseasons.com/chicagorc/weddings/index.html
Starved Rock Lodge (Utica, IL)
experience rustic elegance at historic Starved Rock Lodge and Conference Center: a 1930's era stone-and-log lodge situated atop a wooded bluff along the picturesque Illinois River in beautiful Starved Rock State Park