In 1870, a gracious groom named Potter Palmer gave his bride a glorious wedding gift, adored by all, it was named Palmer House.

From the lavish ballrooms to the inspired catering to the discerning decor, no other wedding venue boasts such a legacy of romance. Stylishly situated in downtown Chicago, Palmer House is Hilton honored to have hosted over 9,000 weddings – each bride choosing the Palmer House as her something borrowed.

Our wedding team creates matrimonial experiences that engage, delight, and—above all—reflect the distinctive style and personality of each couple. With a full range of Chicago wedding venue options, a dedicated catering professional, a specially-designed wedding package, and inspired event catering, you’ll find everything you need to enjoy the day that is destined to be uniquely yours.

Celebrating over 140 years and 9,000 weddings, we invite you to share the Palmer House Hilton as your “Something Borrowed.”