Rent a cocktail party venue in Lower West Side, Chicago, IL
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“MOCAMBO BALLROOM”
Lower West Side, Chicago, IL5.0 (9)
200 guests
IDEAL VENUE FOR:
Film & Photo shoots
Gallery Exhibitions
Yoga Classes
Dining
Night Events & Musical Showcases
Interview
Meeting
AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST:
20'x20' projector screen (please bring your own projector)
PA system
Large heavy duty kitchen
Large load in stairwell / main entrance
Tables and chairs
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From
$300
/hr
4 hr min
Pilsen Cafe & Event Space
Lower West Side, Chicago, IL5.0 (7)
45 guests
Perfect for parties, meetings, panels, showers, workshops, clubs, anniversaries, dinner parties, art shows, pop up shops, and more.
In need of a bartender, DJ, barista, photographer, or catering for your event? Let us know we've got you covered! Custom catering menus are available.
Seating is
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From
$175
/hr
2 hr min
Private Intimate Luxury Event Space
Lower West Side, Chicago, IL5.0 (2)
100 guests
We currently have an exclusive all inclusive event deal priced at $4,000
Horton Luxury Events shines a spotlight on everything you desire for your occasion. With its spacious, airy layout adorned with expansive windows, the atmosphere strikes the perfect balance between intimacy and openness!
This versatile venue
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From
$500
/hr
4 hr min
Vault Gallerie
Lower West Side, Chicago, IL5.0 (123)
200 guests
Vault Gallerie. HOLIDAY RENTAL RATES
• $250/hour (4 hour minimum)
* if you are renting 8 PM or after we require five hour minimum
FOOD & BEVERAGE POLICY
• Guests are welcome to bring their own alcohol 🍹
• Outside Food/ Catering Allowed
SPACE FEATURES
• Bluetooth speaker included
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From
$240
/hr
4 hr min
Upscale South Loop Event Loft
Lower West Side, Chicago, IL4.9 (1445)
25 guests
Upscale Lofts is 2,400 square featuring a lounge area and beautiful decor, a full bar, The loft is a great venue for large social gatherings, celebrations, events or conferences. There is plenty of free street parking, an industrial elevator, and the freedom to really customize the
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From
$200
/hr
4 hr min
Bar and Restaurant
Lower West Side, Chicago, IL5.0 (6)
100 guests
perfect space for film shoots, catering events, weddings, pub crawls, recording , private parties, gallery showings, public events,
The layout of the space includes a dining room , and separately , a full bar with dining space adjacent.
3 bathrooms,( 1 unisex)
stage with sound system
offering full service
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From
$200
/hr
2 hr min
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Girls Night In
Lower West Side, Chicago, IL5.0 (7)
15 guests
Girls Night In. Pink girly oasis suitable for daily make up and hairstylist.
Loft style with high ceilings.
Complimentary beverages.
Speak easy.
One on one classes.
Intimate events.
Photoshoot/videoshoot.
Podcast.
Conference
Meetings
Includes a pink mini fridge and pink microwave
Wifi
Smart Tv
Free Parking is located all around the building.
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From
$100
/hr
1 hr min
Frequently Asked Questions
Pricing and popularity information in this section is based on proprietary Peerspace booking data, reflecting recent booking activity and the latest data available through March 2026.
How much does a cocktail party venue cost to rent in Lower West Side?
Cocktail party venues in Lower West Side average $245 per hour to rent, but it’s easy to spend less or more depending on what you’re looking for. For a space on the smaller side, expect to spend closer to $158, whereas larger venues run about $270 per hour.
cocktail party venues Pricing Range in Chicago, IL
Graphic displaying average hourly rates for cocktail party venues venues in Chicago, ranging between $158.33 and $270.
$245/hr average
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How popular are cocktail party venues in Lower West Side?
Our local hosts have welcomed 256184 people into their cocktail party venues with reviews averaging 4.99 stars. Most even said they would book again -- about 99%.
How long do people rent cocktail party venues in Lower West Side?
Most cocktail party venues are scheduled for 4 hours, with 59 people in attendance. You’ll find the most cocktail parties starting between 5:00 PM and 6:00 PM.
cocktail party venues Booking Times in Chicago, IL
Image representing average rental time for cocktail party venues in Chicago, emphasizing most start between 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
2:00 PM9:00 PM
Reviews for cocktail party venues
Kara A.
Hidden Gem Studio | Perfect for Intimate Events
What a great space. My friend wanted an non-traditional bridal shower, so we booked this space for cocktail hour. The studio is special and unique, and Chris and his wife were great hosts. Highly recommend...
Devonta A.
Minimalist West Town Retreat
Very nice place perfect for my cocktail party. Host was nice and helpful. I would definitely book again
Jai B.
* Elegant * Sunny * Vintage * Storefront with Natural Light *
offered a walk through. At that time we discussed set up details. She was patient, offered suggestions and took feedback.
The event was a cocktail style birthday party.
On the day of it was pre-set up to perfection, and Cassandra helped me set up a few of my own...
Elisheva B.
Unique Downtown Event Loft with City View
This space was just perfect for my swanky cocktail party birthday celebration! Beautiful wood floors, great floor plan, and add-on services. Sarah and her team were responsive and a joy to work with. My party was wonderful. I was very happy...
Lynn C.
Industrial, Street Level Gallery Located in the West Loop
Katie and Adam were the best hosts -- super responsive, checked in, were flexible, and were so accommodating. We had a cocktail party for about 40 people with a DJ (he was able to hook up to their great sound system), and the guests loved the venue and vibe. I would...
Nancy C.
Wicker Park Intimate Bar/Live Performance Venue
slideshow, play trivia, and sing a little karaoke. The bartending staff were great, and worked with us to create a couple of specialty cocktails. I'd definitely host another event here and recommend to others...
Annette E.
Hidden Gem Studio | Perfect for Intimate Events
Amazing space for our family holiday party! Wonderful flow to the room set up and options for food and bar set up, cocktail hour and seated dinning. Plenty of seating and room for game playing. Chris was very accommodating, and informative from the start! We rented a table from Chris...
Sara G.
Art-filled & customizable space in the heart of West Town
Awesome space and great host! This was perfect for my sister's 50th birthday party. It is super colorful and great for cocktails and apps, mingling, and even a little dancing. Leticia was wonderful. She worked with us, let us check out the place before booking, and even allowed us...
Rachel M.
Chic / Urban Fulton Market Furniture Showroom
event. Ashley was very quick to respond to any questions we had. The space was the perfect size for about 35 guests, mostly standing cocktail reception style. We didn't bring any decor because the space looks so nice as-is (just as pictured)! The kitchenette had a good amount...
Nastasia M.
Converted Factory Loft with NYC Vibes for Your Next Celebration
SPACE! Hosts were great at communicating before and during the reservation. The loft is very well decorated, designed and setup. We hosted a birthday cocktail party in the loft and everything went smoothly. We needed to extend the event an additional hour to give people a buffer to leave and...
Daniel O.
Beautiful Art Gallery - Blocks from the Liberty Bell
This is a great location for a cocktail party, reception, or (as in my case) birthday party. As long as you're not interested in throwing a raging party, this place could do nicely. They also let me choose which art would be hanging up which was a great touch...
David S.
Chicago's Tier 2 Pop Up Retail Space
the space was even BETTER than advertised and we would love to host our event her again! we used the space for a networking, cocktail event...
Amanda S.
West Loop Loft with Vintage & Ethnic Furnishings
leading up to the event. The process was smooth and the event went off without a single flaw. I would definitely book for a cocktail party or work function in the future...
Prefina T.
Bright, Homey Event Space with Sleeping Loft
booked this space for a cocktail party for 30 people. Since the day I inquired more information about this space up until the day of my event, Robert was very helpful. He is a wonderful host, quick with replying to messages and very patient. The space is very clean, cozy...
Deactivated U.
Historic Beautiful Brick & Timber Industrial Loft w/ Breath-taking Skyline Views
This space is incredible and was perfect for our wedding reception...it's very true to the pictures and is even more impressive in person! We had about 140 guest cocktail style reception and there was plenty of space to dance and mingle with impressive city views, nice bathrooms, and...
Clarissa V.
Neighborhood Bar with Heated Enclosed Patio
my wife and I had this weekend. Dave and Kalaeb were exceptional with accommodating to our needs (as we were planning our little cocktail-style reception in a bit of a hurry). They even got the fire pit going! Fair pricing, excellent service, and a really intimate location. Thank you...
Devaul V.
Historic Beautiful Brick & Timber Industrial Loft w/ Breath-taking Skyline Views
How responsive was the host?
Extremely!
Did the space appear as advertised?
Absolutely.
What activity did you do in the the space?
Cocktail party...
Lauren V.
NEW Unique Lighting Showroom Event Loft
with. She was very responsive and offered great support throughout the planning process. The space offers a great vibe for a wine tasting or cocktail reception...
Lanie W.
Unique North Beach Gallery
My husband and I rented this space for our casual/intimate cocktail wedding reception with 60 guests last week and it was perfect! Andrew went above and beyond to ensure our reception went as planned. He was very communicative (via phone/text/email) and was very accommodating/flexible. He suggested reliable local vendors and...
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Updated February 19, 2026Our data is refreshed in real time using booking trends, verified guest reviews, and direct partner updates — with additional quality checks from our team.