11 Chic Chicago Wedding Venues with some serious Industrial Vibes

If you’re searching for a cool, blank slate event space for your industrial-chic wedding, then these Chicago loft-style venues are for you! Whether you choose a repurposed old factory or a sleek modern gallery, you'll be swooning over their original columns, brick walls, exposed ductwork, and modern lighting. Here's a look at some of our favorite urban spaces that provide a super stylish setting for your celebration!


Wildman BT

Chicago, IL

Venue Superpowers:

Historic Details

Unique Amenities

Late Night Celebrations

Fab Features: striking brick warehouse built in 1914 • the interior impresses with exposed rafters and ductwork, unique lighting, glossy poured concrete flooring, and plush bathrooms • cool amenities like a street-level, drive-in loading bay (or VIP parking space!), multiple entrance points for guests and vendors, a floor-to-ceiling drapery system, dimmable lighting, and a 23-foot media wall

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $$ • $$$
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City Winery Chicago

Chicago, IL

Venue Superpowers:

Urban Garden

Local, Seasonal Menus

Industrial Elegance

Fab Features: vibrant urban winery and events center in a former warehouse, blending a relaxed, welcoming ambiance with full-service amenities • say "I do" in the courtyard, surrounded by soaring ivy-draped brick walls, then celebrate in the two-level Concert Venue or intimate Barrel Room • customizable menus showcasing seasona ingredients paired with local craft beer and wine made on-site

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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Room 1520

Chicago, IL

Venue Superpowers:

Light-Filled

Rooftop Photo Ops

Curated Inclusions

Fab Features: versatile, airy loft-style space outfitted with a built-in white marble bar, vintage-inspired chandeliers, and an artisan staircase • an expansive dressing suite/green room is equipped with plenty of thoughtful extras • in-house uplighting, curated lounge furniture, luxe draping, and 7 hours of security are included in every rental

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$
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Morgan Manufacturing

Chicago, IL

Venue Superpowers:

Renovated Factory

Massive Skylights

Reclaimed Details

Fab Features: sleek, gorgeous renovated factory building which predates the Chicago Fire • outfitted with reclaimed and refurbished materials, glass, timber, concrete, and steel for an industrial-elegant design • every space is soaked with light thanks to vast expanses of skylights and windows and impressive chandeliers made from recycled bicycle chains

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $$ • $$$
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The Hive on Hubbard

Chicago, IL

Venue Superpowers:

Vintage-Industrial Vibes

1872 Historic Structure

Massive Skylight

Fab Features: built in 1872, it's one of Chicago's oldest surviving structures that's been artfully and lovingly restored • the inviting brick interior is highlighted by an enormous skylight runs the length of the main event room • the outdoor terrace is just right for ceremonies or al fresco cocktails

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$
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Lacuna Events by LM

Chicago, Illinois

Venue Superpowers:

Rooftop Deck

Salvaged Details

Personalized Menus

Fab Features: exchange vows on the rooftop deck with stunning views of the Chicago skyline • the Reverie Gallery features 14-foot ceilings, a bar made of salvaged shipping containers, and a steampunk-inspired chandelier • personalized and creative menus from the chefs of LM Catering using fresh and seasonal ingredients

Catering: In-house
Price: $ • $$
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Revel Motor Row

Chicago, IL

Venue Superpowers:

1936 Landmark

Spacious Courtyard

Iconic Neighborhood

Fab Features: city landmark previously home to the Illinois Automobile Club boasts 20 different event spaces • history meets modern in the courtyard elegantly adorned with arched windows and aged brick • enjoy an evening together under the dramatic wall-to-wall skylight

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $$$
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Ignite Glass Studios

Chicago, Illinois

Venue Superpowers:

Working Glass Blowing Studio

Urban Garden

Rooftop Deck

Fab Features: loft-style building with an urban garden and a rooftop deck that delivers jaw-dropping views of the iconic Chicago skyline • choose from an intimate garden party or a grand soirée in the modern Event Studio with a dramatic wall of windows • celebrate the evening while watching a team of artists shape molten glass into art

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $ • $$
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Venue West

Chicago, IL

Venue Superpowers:

Customizable Layout

All-Inclusive

Vintage-Urban Vibes

Fab Features: loft-style event space in West Town with tons of flexibility, including customizable floor plans and coordination assistance from a fun, dedicated staff • sandy-hued brick walls are accented by weathered wood and metal, with exposed ductwork creating an industrial vibe • packages include generous amenities, like delectable catering, extensive custom furniture, innovative A/V technology, and more!

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $ • $$
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We couldn't leave out these chic gems just outside of Chicago!


The BRIX on the Fox

Carpentersville, IL

Venue Superpowers:

Versatile

Modern Romance

BYO

Fab Features: 2 versatile venues with historic charm and industrial-chic design elements • with ultimate DIY location with a beautiful canvas that can be customized to fit your vision and BYO options • rental comes with tables, chairs, a Photo Booth, an event manager, a world-class sound system and more!

Catering: BYO
Price: $ • $$
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Canvas

Wheeling, IL

Venue Superpowers:

In-House Design Studio

Bespoke Installations

Natural Light

Fab Features: gorgeous, flexible event space created by the expert team at Yanni Design Studio • a 21-foot ceiling with exposed rafters is draped with bespoke light installations, while glossy poured concrete floors gleam in sunlight pouring in through a wall of floor-to-ceiling windows • glass doors open to a lovely courtyard, garden, and terrace

Catering: Preferred list, BYO
Price: $$ • $$$
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