Rent a cocktail party venue in South Side, Chicago, IL
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Drl Venues
South Side, Chicago, IL50 guests
Drl Venues. Our space is versatile and well suited for a wide range of activities including intimate gatherings, workshops, pop up shops, networking events, baby showers, bridal showers, birthday celebrations, and small private parties. The layout is open concept, allowing for easy customization based on the type of
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$150
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4 hr min
The Party Palace
South Side, Chicago, IL3.5 (2)
75 guests
The space holds up to 100 ppl standing and 50ppl sitting. We have 40 chairs and 7 long square tables, speaker, TVs, refrigerator and WiFi.
Also have an outdoor patio area for an additional charge.
Provide Decorations for an additional charge, prices vary depending on clients
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$175
/hr
4 hr min
Intimate space for small gatherings
South Side, Chicago, IL50 guests
Included with our space are 3 smart TVs, a mini fridge, a microwave, free parking, and security available for an additional cost. Intimate space for any occasion. 6 foot white tables and black folding chairs included. Tablecloths and chair covers are also available for
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$135
/hr
3 hr min
Chill’d
South Side, Chicago, IL65 guests
Chill’d. This versatile event space is conveniently located on Chicago’s Southwest side and holds up to 65 guests. Enjoy your next baby shower, private dinner, graduation party, kid birthday party, meet and greet, brunch, popup shop, and more!
There are two rooms that can either be decorated to
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$170
/hr
3 hr min
The Sidney Agency
South Side, Chicago, IL5.0 (8)
50 guests
The Sidney Agency. About This Space
Welcome to The Sidney, your design forward rental studio in Woodlawn, Chicago. If you’re looking for a stylish space to host a small gathering, celebration, or creative activation—this is your place. Whether it’s a dinner party, brand pop up, photoshoot, or milestone moment with
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$175
/hr
4 hr min
Modern Event Space w/ Full Warming Kitchen in Chicago
South Side, Chicago, IL4.0 (1)
60 guests
CELEBRATE AT OUR SPACE
From glamorous galas to intimate gatherings, 360 CoWorking & Event Center Chicago is the ideal location for creating unforgettable memories and celebrating life's best moments.
Step into the light filled interior and be greeted by a warm and inviting atmosphere. The open concept
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$165
/hr
4 hr min
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Chrome Corner
South Side, Chicago, IL5.0 (1)
40 guests
Chrome Corner. Ideal space for all children events
Space Details: 600 square feet, 1 (6ft) adult tables, 15 adult folding chairs, 2 (4ft) kids table, 10 kid chivari chairs, 6.5ft circle backdrop, 3 white cake columns, velvet rope and poles, Green Wall, Street Level Access, 1 Restroom,
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$75
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4 hr min
Vibrant Venue | Dynamic Event Space in Brighton Park
South Side, Chicago, IL75 guests
Everything is movable in the space!! Additionally, there is a small stage located inside the venue perfect for musicians.
We are located in the thriving Brighton Park Neighborhood. Our location has ample space for private events (Birthdays, Pop Ups, Live Music, Meetings Filming, Baby Showers,
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$189
/hr
6 hr min
Modern Event Space in Historic Pullman Neighborhood
South Side, Chicago, IL4.9 (14)
60 guests
Business Meetings and Socials
Workshops and/or Conferences
Small Birthday Party
Bar Area with some refrigerator space
Space to set up Catered Food
2 Unisex bathrooms
TV available upon request
Sound System available upon request
Photography Wall
Tables
Chairs
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$125
/hr
4 hr min
Creative Space 106
South Side, Chicago, IL5.0 (6)
30 guests
Creative Space 106. The space is ideal for VIP Meetings, Intimate Dinner Parties, Showers and Gatherings, Business Launches, Pop Up Shops, Workshops, Classes, Photo/Video Shoots, Content Creation and a workspace for the day.
Various options for set up. It's an Elegant, Intimate, and Creative Vibe.
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$75
/hr
2 hr min
Scott Designs & Rentals
South Side, Chicago, IL5.0 (1)
50 guests
Scott Designs & Rentals. Tucked in the heart of Chicago's South Side, this hidden gem offers a beautifully designed backyard oasis perfect for intimate gatherings and stylish celebrations.
This beautifully maintained backyard features:
*A spacious deck with a pergola.
*Side yard access for added space and flow to welcome your guests.
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$125
/hr
3 hr min
Elegant Event Space located on Halsted st.
South Side, Chicago, IL5.0 (1)
99 guests
This space could be used for every event you could imagine. There’s a stage inside the space. When renting the space it comes with rectangular table, folding chairs, high boy tables, or stools, & Bluetooth speakers. We also have a kitchen area with food warmers, fridge,
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$150
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3 hr min
Washington Park Basement Event Space
South Side, Chicago, IL55 guests
Food & Beverage Policy +Space details:: Full kitchen microwave guest allowed to bring their alcohol: outside food is allowed: also food preparation on site. smoking is not allowed. They’re a smoke area. Patio Barbecue grill. Beautiful small intimate gatherings. Entertainment options Television surround sounds WFI.
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$100
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3 hr min
Simple, Clean Apartment for Small Gatherings
South Side, Chicago, IL15 guests
Host your next event in this modern, spacious Apartment with friends and more!
Essentials (Kitchenware, Bathware, Linens)
TV
Heating
Smoke Detector
Carbon Monoxide Detector
WiFi
Kitchen
Quiet Environment
Pets live on this property
Available for:
• Birthdays
• Get togethers with friends
• Watch Parties
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$100
/hr
3 hr min
1318 Venue on 87th
South Side, Chicago, IL4.8 (32)
65 guests
1318 Venue on 87th. Ideal for gathering up to 75 100 people 60 seats inside at tables. Full kitchen, 2 restrooms, back outdoor patio (smoking allowed), Hard concrete floors, No neighboring businesses.
Birthday Parties, Anniversaries, Funeral Repast, Social gatherings, Fish Fry Parties.
It can also be an open space (floor &
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$175
/hr
4 hr min
Frequently Asked Questions
Pricing and popularity information in this section is based on proprietary data from bookings made on Peerspace from 2016-2026.
How much does a cocktail party venue cost to rent in South Side?
Cocktail party venues in South Side average $139 per hour to rent, but it’s easy to spend less or more depending on what you’re looking for.
cocktail party venues Pricing Range in Chicago, IL
Graphic displaying average hourly rates for cocktail party venues venues in Chicago, ranging between $83.33 and $171.33.
$139/hr average
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How popular are cocktail party venues in South Side?
Our local hosts have welcomed 58708 people into their cocktail party venues with reviews averaging 4.69 stars. Most even said they would book again -- about 98%.
How long do people rent cocktail party venues in South Side?
Most cocktail party venues are scheduled for 4 hours, with 35 people in attendance. You’ll find the most cocktail parties starting between 4:00 PM and 5:00 PM.
cocktail party venues Booking Times in Chicago, IL
Image representing average rental time for cocktail party venues in Chicago, emphasizing most start between 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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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...