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Minimalist Speakeasy located in the West Loop Image in Near West Side, Chicago, IL
from$149/hr
Minimalist Speakeasy located in the West Loop

Near West Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(89)
Venue capacity icon45

Bar & Lounge

Former machine shop converted to modern speakeasy with original black and white subway tile. Space includes cafe tables, a pool table, darts and bar seating, as well as a lounge with vintage furnishings. The art is an assortment of many of Chicago's most interesting street...
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A spacious indoor venue arranged with green tablecloths covering long tables and a few high-top tables in a minimalist setting.
from$200/hr
Fulton West - Loft style event venue in West Town, Chicago!

Near West Side, Chicago, IL

4.8(19)
Venue capacity icon75

Event Venue

Birthday parties, bachelorette outings, bridal showers, intimate weddings, small receptions, corporate events, business meetings, company holiday parties, bar mitzvahs, bat mitzvahs are all great for types of events in the Fulton West venue. - (12) 6-foot Tables - (45) White folding resin garden chairs -...
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A spacious loft-style living area with large windows, a modern television, a central fireplace, and comfortable seating arrangements.
from$200/hr
Hip West Loop loft production and meeting space

Near West Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(25)
Venue capacity icon50

Studio

Big Shot Chicago is a 2700sf West Loop event space and production studio in the historic Acorn Lofts, one block south of Randolph street’s "Restaurant Row" and Fulton Market entertainment district. This stunning, open loft layout is supported by a unique combination of pro-level video...
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A spacious dance studio with wooden flooring, mirrored walls, and colorful lighting fixtures.
from$400/hr
Beautiful Dance Studio Available for Private Events | South Loop

Near West Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(2)
Venue capacity icon300

Dance Studio

...Our dance studio is ideal for weddings, networking events, fundraising events, pop-up shops, corporate presentations, video/photo productions & corporate meetings. We offer a lot of open space that can be divided as well. Space Details: - 4 studios | 3 can be merged into 1 bigger space...
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A minimalist meeting room featuring a long wooden table, black chairs, and several small plants, with large windows letting in natural light.
from$110/hr
A Bright White Box: Converted Storefront in the Industrial West Fulton Market

Near West Side, Chicago, IL

4.8(110)
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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A vintage-style seating area with ornate furniture, a large patterned rug, and potted plants in a spacious room with exposed brick walls and chandeliers.
from$200/hr
Historical event space in Chicago's oldest firehouse.

Near West Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(5)
Venue capacity icon250

Event Space

Gatherings, large and small can gather comfortably in this large historical venue. Original, landmarked trim, tin ceiling and fire poles all ad to the charm and elegance the open bathing space. Two floors include two large firetruck galleys for any group up to 250 people...
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A spacious, modern loft with wooden beams, large windows, a living area featuring a green couch and two gold chairs, and a kitchen area against a brick wall.
from$75/hr
Popio Stumpf Photography

Near West Side, Chicago, IL

4.9(304)
Venue capacity icon55

Studio

Popio Stumpf Photography. Our photography studio is located near the intersection of Grand and Western Avenues. Space Details: - Approxiamately 1,740 sq.ft Usable Space - 11.5' Celiings - Exposed Brick - Abundant Natural Light with Windows Facing North, East and West - Full Kitchen - Speaker System -...
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A large hall set up with rows of black chairs facing a stage at the front, with stained glass windows lining the walls.
from$150/hr
Beautiful, Near West Side Banquet Hall and Chapel

Near West Side, Chicago, IL

4.9(22)
Venue capacity icon300

Chapel

The Chicago Hope Events banquet hall and chapel is located on the Near West Side off Ogden Ave and Taylor St. The space has hosted countless weddings, quinceañeras, birthday parties, baby showers, corporate/nonprofit events, and more! The space can host up to 180 guests for...
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Reviews for fundraising event venues

Stephanie A.
Modern Industrial Event Space
Gem! The space is beautiful and the staff accommodating. Jeff was prompt to answer all questions and emails. We hosted a fundraising art show and Throop Studios was the perfect fit: Plenty of wall space, movable art walls, open kitchen... the list goes on...
Veronica B.
Bright Open South Loop Showroom & Gallery
and that we knew how to use the tech upon arrival. I booked this Spacious South Loop Showroom for my grandmother's 80th Birthday Gala. It was perfect was our semi-formal elegant event. We had plenty of space for a reception area, photo booth, dining for 60 people, dance...
Lauren F.
Studio & White Box Theater in Old Town
My dance organization hadn't had its annual fundraiser for several years due to COVID. When it was time for us to return, I was hoping this space would be open to be rented again, and it was! We had just as wonderful and easy a time as before. Sarah...
Kaylynn H.
Studio & White Box Theater in Old Town
The studio space was perfect for a fundraiser. The sound system and wif were easy to connect to. Front desk staff was friendly and the studio was spacious...
Crystal J.
Beautiful Pop Up Gallery Available For Hire
hosts! They were responsive, helpful, and accomodating. (BNUS POINTS for having an ACCURATE floorplan for the space!) Thanks to their stellar customer service our gala and student art exhibition went off without a hitch (https://igniteartsandstem.org/2024-mentors-mimosas-event-program/) The space was PERFECT for our 4th annual Mentors and Mimosas Gala! We...
Vanessa L.
Lively Dance Studio Space in Old Town
Lucia was incredibly responsive and flexible with supporting us in using the Lively Dance Studio Space for a workout class fundraiser event for the Young Women's Giving Council of Chicago Foundation for Women. Thank you...
Wilfred L.
A Resort-Style Colonial
had an amazing experience filming at this location, graciously lent to us by our host, Gurkaran. The space was absolutely perfect for our Met Gala black-tie scene in our upcoming 2026 film The Veteran. From the moment we arrived, Gurkaran was incredibly kind, welcoming, and supportive of our vision...
Marisa M.
Unique 2-Level Space with Secret Garden in West Town
Amazing hosts and an amazing space! They went above and beyond for our fundraiser and were very helpful
Maya N.
Open Space Floorplan for your next Event
Our organization hosted an intimate fundraising event in this space and we couldn't recommend it enough! The space has great character and is he perfect size for hosting 60-70 people. The owners/managers were very punctual in responding to any questions we had prior and provided great service throughout...
Kate P.
A Bright White Box: Converted Storefront in the Industrial West Fulton Market
Beautiful space, well kept, and just right for our artist event and fundraiser. Andrew is an attentive and helpful host, fantastic to work with...
Kashema P.
NEW Unique Lighting Showroom Event Loft
This space was so nice for our fundraising event! We received a lot of compliments about the venue and it's décor. Jennifer was very responsive and helpful with our requests. It had everything we needed...
Samantha P.
Irving Park Dance Studio and Event Space - Party Rental
used this space for my 25th birthday gala and it was absolutely perfect! The staff was always available to answer any questions I may have as well as open to multiple visits to make ensure my event was perfect...
Dancedance P.
Studio & White Box Theater in Old Town
Thanks to Sarah for hosting us for our dance party fundraiser! The venue was perfect, and we had such a wonderful time
Casandra R.
Unique West Town roomy industrial space
This place is phenomenal! I rented Tim’s spot for a fundraiser. He was very responsive and helpful with setting up and making sure the space fit my needs. The party had about 70 people, all fitting comfortably in the place, with a lot of room to spare. Easy parking...
Miguel S.
West Town Timber Loft in Creative Arts Building with City Views
Host is super responsive and helpful! The space is more than our organization could ask for. Had a fundraising event and got complimented on choice of space. Definitely a go-to for these kinds of events...
Kait T.
Modern Event Studio in River West Chicago
This space was perfect for our needs! We hosted a fundraising event for The Humanity Share in the space. Having all the rental items in house made for such an easy set up and tear down. Ted and Gianna were easy to work with, quick to communicate, and willing to...
Cori W.
Weekday Daytime Hours
Chris was a awesome host. Kind, informative, and helpful. I can’t thank him enough for allowing my team to shoot my fundraising video for my upcoming web series. The space is beautiful and unique and I will definitely come back for another round! I’m also looking forward to...
James W.
West Loop Loft Space with Skyline View and Roof Top Farm
dream on site! Helpful and available without being in the center of it all. The space is wonderful, as well. Hosted a 50 person fundraiser for an LGBTQ non profit and our guests loved its rustic and yet urban feel. Highly recommend...
Lorraine W.
Beautiful, Near West Side Banquet Hall and Chapel
Our fundraiser at Chicago Hope Banquet Hall was outstanding! It was a beautiful space with plenty of room and light! And the parking lot was invaluable. We definitely will consider The venue again. And Scout was accommodating and engaging! Just perfect. Lorraine Wesolowski...
Jeremy Y.
Scientific Museum Housed Within a Historic Lakeside Mansion
This was an awesome space to host my wife and I birthday gala! The host was amazing, and easy to work with. This place only needed minimum decoration because of the personality of the space. My guest loved it...

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