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from$115/hr
Midnight Cinema Studios

Near West Side, Chicago, IL

4.9(321)
Venue capacity icon50

Loft

Welcome to Midnight Cinema Studios covering over 10,000 sqft of film sets, with over 12 years of history and hosting some of today's iconic projects for Artist's such as Juice WRLD, Fredo Santana, Future, Lil Peep, Lil Durk, Famous Dex, Twista, Riff Raff, Keven Gates...
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from$110/hr
A Bright White Box: Converted Storefront in the Industrial West Fulton Market

Near West Side, Chicago, IL

4.8(98)
Venue capacity icon100

Event Space

POP-UPS, Art Shows, Dinners, Cocktail Parties, and corporate events welcome. We are ideal for formal gatherings, and informal Arts events. A slice of urban creativity just west of Fulton Market, for groups from 15-90. Our setup quickly changes to meet your needs. The modular space...
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from$90/hr
Spectrum Studios. Multiple Music Video Film Sets!!! West Town, Chicago.

West Town, Chicago, IL

4.9(322)
Venue capacity icon20

Studio

Important notice, please read before booking the studio: !!! 2 HOURS BOOKING MINIMUM !!! If you will book the studio less than 2 hours your booking will be declined. Thank you for understanding. This is a loft type space with multiple sets in one room...
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from$150/hr
Gourmet Kitchen in Wicker Park with amazing urban view | Wicker Park Inn

West Town, Chicago, IL

5.0(118)
Venue capacity icon25

Lounge

Welcome to Wicker Park Inn. This beautiful open concept kitchen is perfect for baby showers, bridal showers, birthday parties, pop up restaurants, dinner parties, or cooking class. We've been hosting small weddings and receptions recently as well. This space comes fully equipped with a chef's...
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from$52/hr
New! Upgraded large daylight photo studio with cyclorama wall, tall windows, grand piano, and wooden platform.

Near West Side, Chicago, IL

4.9(114)
Venue capacity icon35

Studio

Large photo /video studio with tall windows and beautiful natural light for rent in Chicago. Features 30ft wide corner cyclorama , 15ft high ceilings wooden podium, white grand piano. The studio's ample natural light is perfect for capturing warm and vibrant afternoon shots or soft...
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from$52/hr
Chi 6 - New! Multi set with updated interior! Beautiful daylight photo studio with Jungle & Concrete walls and Neon Loft, wooden floors and wooden stairs | FD Photo Studio Chicago

Near West Side, Chicago, IL

4.8(257)
Venue capacity icon30

Studio

Spacious and beautiful daylight photo studio, almost 1000 square feet of beautiful space. Featuring two large east-facing windows, a vibrant jungle wall, an LED neon corner, a mezzanine, and a wooden staircase adorned with artificial leaves, this studio is a photographer's dream come true. Designed...
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from$60/hr
Unique Studios At Downtown Chicago #2

Near North Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(1165)
Venue capacity icon10

Studio

Welcome to Unique Studios Located Here In River North Downtown Chicago Discover Unique Studios, a modern, all-inclusive, photo studio in River North, Downtown Chicago. Our compact yet luxurious 600 sqft space comes with a choice of colorful backdrops, lighting equipment, custom effects LED lights, photography...
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from$50/hr
Unique Studios At Downtown Chicago #1 | Unique Empire

Near North Side, Chicago, IL

4.9(820)
Venue capacity icon5

Studio

Welcome to Unique Empire. Welcome to Unique Studios Located Here In River North Downtown Chicago Discover Unique Studios, a modern, all-inclusive photo studio in River North, Downtown Chicago. Our compact yet luxurious 500 sqft space comes with a choice of colorful backdrops, lighting equipment, custom...
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from$125/hr
UNIQUE SPACE WITH HUGE OUTDOOR AREA IN THE HEART OF LOGAN SQUARE

Logan Square, Chicago, IL

5.0(3)
Venue capacity icon100

Event Space

...Cole Bennet to name a few. We have experience hosting: private parties, corporate events, birthdays, graduations, live music and dj performances, record releases, community events, art shows, art galleries, chef pop ups, photo shoots, music video shoots, TV shoot, dinner parties, fundraisers, a small wedding...
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Pricing and popularity information in this section is based on proprietary data from bookings made on Peerspace from 2016-2024.

Host your launch event in Chicago

When you've perfected a product and are ready to bring it to market a launch event is how you tell the world about your exciting creation. Launch events are upbeat, exciting, and informative. Yet the venue you choose plays a huge role in how well it will be received.
Are you looking to share the specs of the newest digital camera model to a technologically savvy audience who expects to ask questions after the presentation? A conference room or auditorium might be the best launch event space. For a winery looking to share their newest bottle with the world a more intimate space will encourage sampling and discussion. What sort of launch event do you have in mind?

Chicago venues with a stage for launch events in Chicago

Stages are important when considering where to hold a launch event. A stage gives the audience a clear view of the presenter while offering space for hundreds of people to gather. Professional stages are technologically well equipped, with lighting, speakers, projectors, and other devices on offer as part of the rental. All are also acoustically sound, ensuring sound carries in an efficient way.

The best places to host a launch event in Chicago

For a unique and unforgettable experience try hosting an event on or near Lake Michigan. Waterfront launch event locations in Chicago include lakeside mansions, cottages, houses, and beaches. You can even hold a launch event on a boat rental, complete with a stage and catering. Events of local significance can be held in community centers, historic auditoriums, and other venues that subtly remind attendees of the story of the city. Museums, art galleries, and gardens offer the benefit of beautiful, educational surroundings that you don't have to work so hard to decorate.
But what if you want extra space for posters, photographs, and other informative media displays? A warehouse or loft is a great venue to rent for a launch event. Warehouses and lofts are the closest thing to a blank slate you'll find. High ceilings and large windows provide an airy, expansive feel. The walls are the perfect canvas for your informative media and screens for projector displays. Lofts and warehouses provide a flexible space for discussion areas, booths, and socializing. Many also include parking, saving guests time and money trying to navigate Chicago's complex city parking schemes. If you can hold your venue at a place near the city's world-class public transit system, so much the better! Chicago offers endless options for a professional launch event!

Reviews for launch event venues

Laronda C.
A Bright White Box: Converted Storefront in the Industrial West Fulton Market
the event All of my guests were especially pleased with the aesthetics that this venue had to offer. It worked well for my Brand Launch / Fashion show! The space had everything we could ever need. There were plenty of chairs and tables that we used for the event. The...
Ilice J.
A Bright White Box: Converted Storefront in the Industrial West Fulton Market
NOTHING BUT EXCELLENCE AND PROFESSIONALISM! I used this space for the launch of my new wine and cigar line and we had everything we needed. The space is a perfect empty slate where you can bring whatever vision you have to life! Will definitely book again...
Osei Akwasi M.
Speakeasy in the heart of Wicker Park
Galina and her crew are very kind and respectful. i hosted my website launch there . when i got there everything was adequately prepared and her employees were very helpful and respectful. I never regretted booking her space. On top of everything she offered coffee to everyone. You the best...
Deactivated U.
Art Gallery Space
needed a place to throw an event for the launch of my sneaker brand. I had a fashion show with all of my latest styles and had the event sponsored by a local energy drink. The space is very nice and the owners were very responsive to all of...
Eric W.
Wicker Park Intimate Bar/Live Performance Venue
Jim was so easy to work with! His bartenders were great. I had my album release party and it turned out so nice! I’d love to host another event here...
Elettra F.
Art-filled & customizable space in the heart of West Town
This space is absolutely beautiful!!! The host is very accommodating. We used it for a CD release party for about 40 guest and it was perfect. We would definitely use it again...
Shea H.
Creative Inspiration Lab in River North
The location and space were perfect for our launch event. The EvolveHer team was friendly and helpful throughout the entire process. I'd absolutely host another event in this space. I've referred a few colleagues who either saw photos or attended our event...
Christine S.
High-End Meeting Space with River Views | Association Forum
Phyllis' space in the West Loop was perfect for our product demo! The space was big and bright with the windows overlooking the river and convenient parking nearby. She was a great host and ensured we had everything we needed. The space is very modern and spacious. I would highly...