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Theater in Wicker Park with 302 seats (or 187 with curtains) Image in West Town, Chicago, IL
from$350/hr
Theater in Wicker Park with 302 seats (or 187 with curtains)

West Town, Chicago, IL

Venue capacity icon302

Theater

The Den Theatre. ...stunning, back-lit version of The Den Theatre logo. Surrounding the stage at floor level is a premium seating section with cocktail tables and chairs, offering audiences the most intimate views of the stage. At the top of house right, we offer a “mezzanine” level...
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Stylish & hip loft space with photo-worthy backgrounds Image in West Town, Chicago, IL
from$150/hr
Stylish & hip loft space with photo-worthy backgrounds

West Town, Chicago, IL

5.0(20)
Venue capacity icon70

Event Space Loft

Le Loft East is located on the boundary of Logan Square and Bucktown, just a stone’s throw from Wicker Park. This unique and transformative venue occupies the second floor of a converted factory rich with history and character. The space features two sides, 12-foot ceilings...
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A spacious, modern living area featuring large windows, brick walls, and various seating options including a leather sofa and chairs.
from$250/hr
Luxury Designer Penthouse Loft | Wicker Park

West Town, Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
Venue capacity icon50

Apartment Loft

BRAND NEW DESIGNER PENTHOUSE LOFT IN WICKER PARK! Enjoy your own private luxury loft in Chicago's hip and trendy Wicker Park-one of the city's centers nightlife, restaurants and cultural scene. This 4,500 square foot penthouse sits on an entire floor features 18 foot open vaulted...
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Urban Farm & Industrial-Chic Event Space in West Town Image in West Town, Chicago, IL
from$450/hr
Urban Farm & Industrial-Chic Event Space in West Town

West Town, Chicago, IL

Venue capacity icon40

Event Space

Big Delicious Planet. ...or outdoor areas available for use. The indoor space includes large windows, natural light, high ceilings. The farm space is ideal for cocktail-style events, outdoor dinners, or mingling among the beds in bloom. BDP is perfect for: • Corporate meetings and team building events • Film...
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Your Own 8 Bedroom Private Inn and Event Space, Urban Garden Included Image in West Town, Chicago, IL
from$500/hr
Your Own 8 Bedroom Private Inn and Event Space, Urban Garden Included

West Town, Chicago, IL

Venue capacity icon75

Hotel Event Space

...everything you need to create magical moments. Our rental package includes up to 50 chairs, 5 10-person rounds, 5 high-boy cocktail tables, and elegant white linens, ensuring your event is as stylish as it is seamless. Plus, take the stress out of planning...
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A spacious art gallery with guests mingling, a black table with drinks on one side, and artwork hanging on the walls.
from$100/hr
Gallery w/ 14' Ceilings & Hardwood Floors in W O W District

West Town, Chicago, IL

4.9(22)
Venue capacity icon35

Gallery

Tom Robinson Studio. Storefront gallery in Chicago's up and coming W O W district. This 1400 sq. ft. space boasts 14' ceiling, hardwood floors, first floor and easy street access. The studio/gallery is in the center of a thriving neighborhood of artists, restaurants, interesting shops, and boutiques. Experience...
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A spacious living room with large windows, a modern chandelier, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
from$300/hr
Wicker Park Mansion w/Open Floor Plan, 5 Roof Decks, Home Theater

West Town, Chicago, IL

5.0(42)
Venue capacity icon45

Mansion

The space is modern, new, and well-furnished. The main level is very open and can accommodate multiple people. There is a pool table, a foosball table, and a pinball machine The top deck (1 of 5) is over 1600 square feet, it has an unbelievable...
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An interior space with two round tables covered in blue tablecloths, black chairs, and exposed brick walls.
from$160/hr
GT Studio

West Town, Chicago, IL

4.9(31)
Venue capacity icon80

Event Space

GT Studio. Looking to host a truly unforgettable and remarkable event in the vibrant and lively neighborhood of River West, Chicago? Our exceptional event space is the ultimate destination that caters to all your party needs and desires. Our 1,975 square-foot studio is newly remodeled and offers...
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A spacious banquet hall with wooden beams, hanging Edison bulbs, and a bar area along one side, set up for an event.
from$450/hr
Hangout Lighting

West Town, Chicago, IL

4.8(42)
Venue capacity icon150

Showroom

Hangout Lighting. ...wood table - 120” x 60” - Seats 14 (or buffet) x 2: Décor tables - 48” x 48” x 6: 24” Round Indoor/Outdoor Highboy Cocktail tables (linens available as add on) + Huge 16 ft custom built in bar + 2 x 8' Moveable wall panels / Greenery photo backdrops...
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A spacious interior with exposed brick walls, wooden beams, and plants lining the entrance, leading to a set of large wooden doors illuminated by a chandelier overhead.
from$750/hr
The Arbory

West Town, Chicago, IL

5.0(17)
Venue capacity icon300

Studio

The Arbory. Located in a turn of the century lumber warehouse, The Arbory was founded with a mission to bring Chicago a warm, thoughtfully curated, and value driven warehouse space for private events. The Arbory is located along Grand Avenue in West Town, with ample street parking...
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A modern kitchen features a vibrant bar with orange stools, a marble countertop adorned with floral decorations, and silver disco balls hanging from the ceiling.
from$150/hr
Wicker Park Inn

West Town, Chicago, IL

5.0(123)
Venue capacity icon25

Lounge

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 kitchen, large farm table, marble...
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An industrial-style kitchen space with exposed brick walls, a large work table, and a sliding door.
from$99/hr
Throop Studio

West Town, Chicago, IL

4.9(98)
Venue capacity icon100

Event Space Loft

Throop Studio. This is not your average rental space. The rehabbed studio's history dates back to the early 1900’s with it’s original owner being a cobbler, until it transitioned into a zinc foundry where it remained for over 50 years. The foundry was even rumored to cast...
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A sunlit living room featuring a brown leather couch, a wooden coffee table, and a single armchair, with large windows allowing greenery to be visible outside.
from$175/hr
Converted factory loft space with NYC vibes for your next celebration

West Town, Chicago, IL

5.0(50)
Venue capacity icon99

Event Space Loft

Le Loft West is located on the boundary of Logan Square and Bucktown, just a stone’s throw from Wicker Park. This unique and transformative venue occupies the second floor of a converted factory rich with history and character. The space features two sides, 12-foot ceilings...
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A bright, modern living space with red beams, light wood flooring, and distinct decor elements including a pink shark sculpture and a neon palm tree.
from$200/hr
Tropical Themed Space in WICKER PARK

West Town, Chicago, IL

5.0(44)
Venue capacity icon30

Apartment

ALOHA!! Welcome to this TROPICAL ESCAPE! Four bedrooms, two bathrooms and all the fun. Right in the middle of all the action that Wicker Park has to offer, your Chicago tropical awaits! *BOOK A NIGHTLY BANGTEL OVERNIGHT STAY WITH YOUR PEERSPACE RENTAL. We can accommodate...
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A spacious, sunlit industrial-style room with exposed wooden beams, brick walls, and large windows.
from$500/hr
Historic Beautiful Brick & Timber Industrial Loft w/ Breath-taking Skyline Views

West Town, Chicago, IL

4.8(54)
Venue capacity icon200

Industrial Loft

Located in the vibrant West Town neighborhood (on Hubbard, between Damen and Ashland), in one of Chicago's oldest commercial structures. Very accessible by public transportation or Uber. Street parking is available. Built in 1872, it was originally home to a furniture factory. It has just...
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An empty bar with a wooden counter, metal stools, and exposed brick walls, illuminated by dim lighting and featuring a few screens on the walls.
from$150/hr
Classic Prohibition Era Dive Bar

West Town, Chicago, IL

5.0(3)
Venue capacity icon100

Dive Bar

Nestled in the heart of Chicago's bustling West Side, Gold Star Bar stands as a testament to the city's rough and tumble past. With its dimly lit interior and worn wooden floorboards, this dive bar exudes an air of authenticity that can't be found in...
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Spacious Loft in the Heart of Wicker Park Image in West Town, Chicago, IL
from$89/hr
Spacious Loft in the Heart of Wicker Park

West Town, Chicago, IL

4.9(37)
Venue capacity icon65

Industrial Loft

Lofty. Uniquely designed, this Loft space is a stand alone unit located conveniently steps from the Damen Blue line station. This industrial design loft comes with a fully equipped kitchen, tall ceilings, and a spacious living space that is unlike any other in Chicago. The train...
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A rooftop terrace features several tables and chairs, with green plants arranged around the wooden deck and a view of nearby buildings.
from$250/hr
Panoramic Views from 1800 sqft Rooftop in the Heart of Wicker Park

West Town, Chicago, IL

4.8(8)
Venue capacity icon60

Rooftop

...views of the city and surrounding areas, the Rooftop is the ideal location for your event. Corporate events, private dinners, birthday parties, cocktail hours are all ideal uses for the unforgettable space. *We also have banquet chairs and large tables available for rent at our...
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AIA Award Winning Home with Exceptional Artifacts. Perfect for Intimate Gatherings or Film/Photo/Video Productions Image in West Town, Chicago, IL
from$550/hr
AIA Award Winning Home with Exceptional Artifacts. Perfect for Intimate Gatherings or Film/Photo/Video Productions

West Town, Chicago, IL

5.0(93)
Venue capacity icon75

House

World class designed home nestled in the new Lincoln Yards neighborhood. Our space is filled with exceptional artifacts, fantastic finishes, special patinas and one-of-a-kind artwork. **6 HOUR MINIMUM FRIDAY & SATURDAY. Bookings on holidays and holiday weekends are subject to additional fees. Please inquire about...
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Unique Open Loft for Kids Birthdays Image in West Town, Chicago, IL
from$400/hr
Unique Open Loft for Kids Birthdays

West Town, Chicago, IL

Venue capacity icon150

Industrial Loft

...Buffet Table - Custom oversized wood table - 120” x 60” x 2: Décor tables - 48” x 48” x 6: 24” Round Indoor/Outdoor Highboy Cocktail tables + Huge 16 ft custom built-in bar + 2 x 8' Moveable wall panels / Greenery photo backdrops + 1 x Grey Sofa...
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A modern living space with wooden beams, a light-colored kitchen island, bar stools, and various plants arranged throughout.
from$75/hr
Back Alley Basement Oasis

West Town, Chicago, IL

5.0(11)
Venue capacity icon8

Apartment

The space is literally in the basement of a back alley, but don't let that fool you. The unit is extremely well-lit with 3000K LEDs throughout and has 9ft ceilings that create a soothing oasis where you'd least expect it. The location is directly in...
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A modern, spacious lounge area with black sofas, a white coffee table, and a dining table surrounded by large windows and hanging lights.
from$350/hr
The LOFT at Cusic Photography: Host an Unforgettable Event in Our Stunning Chicago Penthouse Loft!

West Town, Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
Venue capacity icon150

Studio

The LOFT. ...Cusic Photography! Our top-floor penthouse loft is the perfect setting for bridal showers, baby showers, birthday parties, engagement celebrations, intimate weddings, cocktail receptions, and private gatherings. With a warm and inviting ambiance, this space creates unforgettable moments for you and your guests. Weekday Rentals...
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An art gallery featuring colorful paintings on the brick walls, with a piano and several lounge areas arranged around a central rug.
from$275/hr
Fulton Street Collective

West Town, Chicago, IL

4.9(128)
Venue capacity icon85

Event Space Loft

Fulton Street Collective. **Weekend Events require a minimum 4-hour rental** | Inquire about Weekday Events Over 1900 sqft of open loft space (2600 sqft w/lobby & foyer) with so much natural light and character beyond belief! At our space, there is also a little lounge area just inside...
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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 space 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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