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One Events Amenity Floor: All the Essentials on One Floor
Chicago Loop, IL412 guests
…meeting rooms, an expansive event hall, and a communal space perfect for celebrations or team-building. Whether it’s a vibrant happy hour, holiday party , or an engaging forum, this versatile space sets the stage for memorable moments. Located in the heart of Chicago’s Loop, One…
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$1,000
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8 hr min
Beautiful Event Space In Evanston | North Side Chicago by
Evanston Township, IL5.0 (6)
60 guests
Our modern and stylish event space is perfect for your next event. Located in Evanston on the boarder of Chicago’s Rogers Park neighborhood. This spacious 1200 sq ft open concept space features 12 ft high ceilings. Perfect for baby showers, bridal showers, photo shoots, corporate…
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$125
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3 hr min
Stylish Flower & Event Studio Near Chicago for Private Parties
Niles Township, Skokie, IL5.0 (1)
20 guests
Discover our versatile flower & event studio in Skokie – the perfect venue for baby showers, bridal showers, birthdays, and intimate celebrations. Our unique space offers more than just a rental: we specialize in hosting creative flower workshops, fun sip & paint parties, and customized…
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$100
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3 hr min
Urban Industrial Event Space & Arcade
Niles Township, Skokie, IL250 guests
A voluminous industrial space with gorgeous bow-truss ceilings, exposed brick columns, and sleek concrete floors in the heart of downtown Skokie. Build your ideal experience with flexible floor plans, in-house furniture, A/V solutions, private bar, and a full arcade. Host your Company & Holiday Parties,…
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$2,000
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2 hr min
Spacious 2,000 sq ft Event Space for Private Parties & Celebrations | BYOB-Friendly
Albany Park, Chicago, IL5.0 (58)
50 guests
Bright, open 2,000 sq ft event space in Albany Park, ideal for private parties and celebrations, with plenty of room for dancing and mingling. Hardwood floors, natural light, and a flexible open layout make it easy to customize for your event. Private entrance with a…
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$75
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2 hr min
A Cozy Cafe in Chicago for your next Event
West Ridge, Chicago, IL15 guests
The space is 450 sf space with a kitchen net that holds up to 15 people. It's a very unique space where you can hold a small gathering for friends, pop-up shops, birthday parties, small business meetings, video and movie shoots, podcasts, etc. You can…
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$110
/hr
4 hr min
Beautiful Luxury Spa and Event Venue
West Ridge, Chicago, IL5.0 (1)
30 guests
Located in the heart of Rogers Park this spacious spa and event venue includes, a content creation area, three bathrooms, small kitchen and a large patio. Adorned with lush greenery this space is perfect for spa parties, bridal showers, intimate meetups and photo shoots. Tea…
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$99
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4 hr min
Natural Light Spacious Creative Space with Large Display Windows, High Ceiling, Exposed Brick Wall & Hardwood Floors
Evanston, IL100 guests
Unlock Your Vision in Our Versatile 3,000 sqft Creative Space! Are you ready to elevate your creative endeavors? Welcome to a world of possibilities in our expansive 3,000 sqft creative space—a space to inspire, innovate, and ignite your passion! This is not just a location;…
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$150
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3 hr min
Comedy Club/Theater in Rogers Park with a stage, bar and sound system
West Ridge, Chicago, IL5.0 (20)
50 guests
This is a new comedy club/theater/venue in Chicago with vintage looks. Located on the Northside of Chicago between Evanston and Rogers Park, the club's vibe is akin to a "Goodfellas" movie set where Joe Pesci screams "How am I funny!" The seating arrangements incorporate round…
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$150
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2 hr min
Newly remodeled Northside Chicago Space in a very safe neighborhood. Set up as a nightclub, Banquet space, live music venue, restaurant, bar. Free Parking enough space for 50 cars. Valet available
West Ridge, Chicago, IL4.9 (17)
200 guests
4400 square foot space (600 square foot kitchen available add-on) with high ceilings Family owned and operated since 1986 Customizable seating layout with dining chairs (200) VIP Lounge Couches (8 sections) 15 high top bar tables and 40 high top chairs Big stage Great for…
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$375
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4 hr min
Luxury banquet hall in North Chicago
Rogers Park, Chicago, IL230 guests
At Wazobia Banquet, we pride ourselves on offering a truly unique venue experience. Our luxurious banquet hall exudes a grandeur that never fails to leave our guests awestruck. But for us, it's not just about putting on a show - we believe that our space's…
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$300
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12 hr min
Perfect Space for a Family Gathering, First Birthday, Baby Shower or Holiday Party!
Irving Park, Chicago, IL4.9 (115)
75 guests
…Music Rules: DJ and amplified music is allowed • Space Rules: Confetti is not allowed • Ideal space for: Reception Events (Engagement Party , Anniversary, etc.), Kids Birthday Party, Baby Showers" Our co-working space is open, friendly and inviting, with an indoor playground and outdoor…
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$99
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2 hr min
Suburban Ranch for Gatherings 5 minutes from 94 Expressway
New Trier Township, WILMETTE, IL5.0 (1)
30 guests
…possible to coordinate plans to sleep over. The owner can either give your privacy or help you with your event. Amenities include: Party sizes up to 30, couch/chair space for 20 Living Room / Dining Room Combo plus bonus room with breakfast bar adjacent to…
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$100
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4 hr min
Stunning Event Venue With Natural Light
Irving Park, CHICAGo, IL550 guests
Welcome to Bloom Events, a dynamic and design-forward venue in Chicago’s Northside, where modern architecture meets thoughtful hospitality. With over 10,000 square feet of transformable space, Bloom is ideal for corporate events, fundraisers, galas, product launches, team off-sites, creative productions, private dinners, and social celebrations…
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$1,000
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4 hr min
Brand New Portage Park BYOB Event Space: Modern & Versatile
Portage Park, Chicago, IL4.8 (253)
80 guests
…accommodate both large gatherings of up to 80 guests and more intimate occasions. Whether you're hosting a celebration, corporate event, or private party , our venue adapts to your needs with ease. Spanning 1,000 sq. ft., the open-concept layout features a pristine kitchen equipped with…
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$90
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4 hr min
The Glow Meeting Hub
West Ridge, Chicago, IL5.0 (2)
40 guests
The Glow Meeting Hub is a versatile and beautifully decorated meeting space, perfect for hosting a variety of events, including church gatherings, community meetings, training sessions, workshops, and more. With a capacity of up to 40 people, it offers ample room for groups of all…
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$125
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2 hr min
Huge Event Space near Wrigley Field
Lake View, Chicago, IL4.9 (20)
115 guests
…group from 10-300! Located 3 blocks from Wrigley Field this is the perfect location for your next event! Featuring an upstairs private party room—ideal for fundraisers, birthdays, holiday parties, engagement parties, corporate events, and game watch parties. FEATURES: - Booth and chairs for seating -…
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$100
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4 hr min
Suburban customizable event space
Maine Township, Park Ridge, IL5.0 (21)
144 guests
The Main Hall is a versatile space perfect for a variety of events, including banquets, parties, fundraisers, and business meetings! We've hosted anniversary celebrations, wedding receptions, social gatherings, corporate meetings, children's birthday parties, baby showers, wine tastings, and much more in this space. The Lobby…
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$200
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1 hr min
Moody, Elegant Evanston Lounge for Meetings & Gatherings
Evanston, IL35 guests
Daytime Private Bookings By day, the inner keep becomes an intimate and refined setting for private gatherings, creative productions, and professional meetings. With its lounge-style seating, marble tables, layered lighting, and thoughtfully designed atmosphere, the space offers something more personal than a typical event venue…
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$200
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5 hr min
Uptown Art Studio with a Lot of Light
Uptown, Chicago, IL48 guests
This 1000sqft art studio features large windows, 2 12 person tables, and a maximum capacity of 30 people. Our studio is the perfect place for your next craft night, gathering, or meeting. Located in Chicago's historic McJunkin building our studio is surrounded by great coffee,…
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$100
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3 hr min
Uptown Cafe with a Comforting Vibe
Uptown, CHICAGO, IL45 guests
This open cafe space is perfect for networking events, fundraisers, popups, video shoots, film settings, parties, and more. The space is open concept with 8 tables and more than 30 seats. You'll have access to a speaker and microphone, as well as coffee drinks, tea,…
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$125
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4 hr min
Hip Urban Venue with Vintage Brick + Full Bar
Lake View, Chicago, IL5.0 (14)
80 guests
Host your event in Chicago’s coolest conversion! Once a 7-Eleven, the CheckOut now features vintage exposed brick, a full bar, a concert grand piano, and a professional sound system for live music or DJs. Funky, flexible, and full of character, it’s the perfect spot for…
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$100
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4 hr min
Lakeview Storefront Event Space
Lake View, Chicago, IL4.9 (28)
50 guests
New remodeled, naturally lit space for gatherings up to 50 guests. Conveniently located on Lincoln, steps away from Paulina brown line, street-level access, the space is designed to be versatile and suitable for a wide range of events and gatherings. Birthday/ private dinners, baby showers,…
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$250
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4 hr min
Natural Light Loft Event Space in Lakeview
Lake View, Chicago, IL5.0 (75)
30 guests
…for private parties 21+ • Outside food is allowed • Kitchenette • No cooking is allowed on site • Speakers (upgraded JBL party box available for rent) • Music Rules: Amplified music is allowed by connecting personal device to speakers, DJ and amplified music is…
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$125
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4 hr min
Boutique Event Space in the Heart Of Portage Park
Portage Park, Chicago, IL60 guests
Casa de Tres is a boutique event space offering a chic, relaxed setting for birthdays, showers, gender reveals, and graduations. Thoughtfully designed for both elegance and fun, it’s where unforgettable moments happen. Guests are welcome to bring their own caterer and BYOB to personalize their…
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$125
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4 hr min
Stunning Chicago Classic in Lakeview
Lake View, Chicago, IL5.0 (111)
200 guests
…chairs, sound and lights, a complete inventory list is available on our website. -Wireless internet -Private dressing room and bathrooms for bridal party . -On-site planning meeting in which we create a timeline for your event, plan how the venue will be set and to…
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$250
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4 hr min
NEW Bright & Aesthetic Event Studio: Modern, Beautifully Curated & BYOB Friendly
Portage Park, CHICAGO, IL5.0 (8)
60 guests
Sage Event Studio is a beautifully curated event space in the Portage Park area of Chicago designed for intimate gatherings, creative experiences, and meaningful celebrations. The studio was created with intention—offering a warm, modern environment where hosts can easily transform the space to match the…
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$50
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4 hr min
Vintage Boutique perfect for events, photoshoots, & book clubs w/ Styling Add-ons Available
Irving Park, Chicago, IL5.0 (40)
40 guests
The perfect Vintage Boutique for your next event for up to 40 guests! Located in Chicago's bustling Albany Park/Irving Park neighborhood; enjoy the diverse cityscapes and vibe. Great for Intimate Wedding Receptions, Bridal Showers, Bachelorette Parties, Photoshoots, Book Clubs, Content Creation and Workshops. Vintage Boutique…
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$70
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2 hr min
High Ceiling Dance and Fitness Space on Chicago's Northshore
Niles Township, Skokie, IL90 guests
This stunning, versatile studio space boasts 14-foot ceilings and a wall of windows, flooding the area with natural light and creating a luxurious, modern ambiance. The main dance floor, measuring 15' x 25' and lined with mirrors, features a large screen monitor on the east…
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$100
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4 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 September 2026.
How much does a party venue cost to rent in Evanston?
Party venues in Evanston average $137 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 $153, whereas larger venues run about $227 per hour.
party venues Pricing Range in Evanston, IL
Graphic displaying average hourly rates for party venues venues in Evanston, ranging between $153 and $227.
$137/hr average
How long do people rent party venues in Evanston?
Most party venues are scheduled for 5 hours, with 56 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Parties starting between 6:00 PM and 7:00 PM.
party venues Booking Times in Evanston, IL
Image representing average rental time for party venues in Evanston, emphasizing most start between 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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How popular are party venues in Evanston?
Our local hosts have welcomed 950 people into their party venues with reviews averaging 5 stars. 100% of guests said they'd book again.
Reviews for party venues
Henry B.
Evanston Industrial Loft with a Home-Life Feel | Amazing Creative Event and Party Space
Great experience, host was great and let us party I’d definitely rent again
Raymarc C.
Evanston Industrial Loft with a Home-Life Feel | Amazing Creative Event and Party Space
Great and unique space. The space gives you unlimited possibilities and met our needs to host a birthday party. The sound system throughout the space was loud with good placements. Cole and team were able to work with what we need, I would just suggest to tour the space as...
Jane D.
Evanston Industrial Loft with a Home-Life Feel | Amazing Creative Event and Party Space
Great space, we had so much fun. We used this for a homecoming after party and it was perfect
Aurora D.
Contemporary Space in Great Alternative Location
host) was very accommodating in both communication and in rearranging the space and proving/setting up the space with enough tables and chairs for our party of 40 guests...
Daniel E.
Modern Ravenswood Café
Very cozy, cute and fun atmosphere. Was definitely able to accommodate me and my guests for a small, intimate wedding reception. We had a lovely time, and check-in/check-out was easy! Would book again...
Rahul G.
A Modern, multi-use art space on Chicago's North Shore.
My wife and I held our wedding reception at this venue and we could not be happier with how things turned out. The location, the venue and the amenities were all perfect. But the best part of the entire experience was our host Evan. He was the most genuinely accommodating...
Judith H.
Albany Park Studio
had a good experience at the Albany Park studio. I rented it for my wedding reception, which turned out really well! It was just enough space for my 35 guests and a small area for dancing. The amenities were very helpful: tables & chairs available and set up for us, the...
Kevin J.
Historic Evanston Restaurant formerly a Firehouse with a 2nd floor private event space.
Great Location, Awesome Staff. Highly Recommended. My wife and I threw a combined 40th birthday party here and it couldn't have gone better. Pat went out of his way to make the process as easy and stress-free as possible. Food and service were excellent. Overall...
Paul K.
Evanston Industrial Loft with a Home-Life Feel | Amazing Creative Event and Party Space
Cole and his partners did a great job and we had a fun Bat-Mitzvah party. Cole was extremely helpful, professional and nice to deal with. He helped us source a DJ and a photo booth. The space is fun, has a cool vibe and is a great value - highly...
Kristen L.
Downtown Art Studio and Playspace
Our son’s 3rd birthday party was a wonderful success thanks to Jeremy and the entire team at Gather! We were so impressed by the team and the accommodations. Also, the musician was fantastic! I highly recommend this location and the team. Thanks for making my son’s birthday so...
Sally Lou L.
the garden room blooms with curated opulence.
question is not would I book again, the question is ... how soon can I move in?! What a magnificent space to host an intimate party! The Garden Room is exquisitely designed by Suzanne Shumaker, who welcomes you into her space with ease & style. We had so much fun setting up...
Ellen M.
Evanston Industrial Loft with a Home-Life Feel | Amazing Creative Event and Party Space
Great space! We had 50 guests for a post event party in the early hours of the morning. The host greeted us and was most helpful in letting us know how to work the sound system, where to store food and drink and covered other important items. She was on...
Richard M.
Evanston Industrial Loft with a Home-Life Feel | Amazing Creative Event and Party Space
This place was perfect for our needs -- and our needs weren't easy to fulfill (private party in the middle of the night for a lot of people). The hosts couldn't have been more helpful, both in answering many questions through messages prior to the event and at the...
Esteban O.
The Substation
The Substation is a beautiful venue right off the Howard Red Line. We held a concert/ listening party here and Phil really helped us out by letting us host it here. Phil is great as well. Definitely got a lot of compliments on the venue...
Meredith R.
Evanston Industrial Loft with a Home-like feel | A Unique Production Space
was amazing! Dante and team were very flexible and accommodating to our needs. Awesome sound system, furnishings, and plenty of room for a big party. Look forward to booking this space for another event soon...
Andi R.
A Unique Gallery Space for your Intimate Event - Corporate Friendly
Hannah was wonderful at helping me create a great reunion party for my nurses. The space was roomy but cozy, the art was beautiful and everything went according to plan. We had a great time and recommend the space. Thanks Hannah...
Kristopher V.
Contemporary Space in Great Alternative Location
Awesome space but better host!
Gabe was very accommodating to our needs for our engagement party. Provided extra tables and chairs and is very responsive to any needs/ questions you might have. We had over 100 people attend the venue with room to spare! Will be booking again...
Sean Margaret W.
Amazing North Center - Ravenswood Loft
This space was even more spacious and outfitted than expected! Really fantastic accommodations and receptive host
Tingyi Z.
Beautiful Space with Modern Accommodations
Bobby's place is an awesome stay for birthday party and other events. It's very clean and tidy, equipped with kitchen and restroom. Whiteboard and projector are also helpful. It can serve 16 people to sit around the table. Nice place to help you hold an event...
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Updated September 9, 2026Our data is refreshed in real time using booking trends, verified guest reviews, and direct partner updates — with additional quality checks from our team.