10 Luxe Downtown Chicago Wedding Venues


Luxury comes in many forms, and these downtown Chicago venues showcase them all. From gold leaf detailing and crystal chandeliers to hand-painted ceilings and rich, wood paneling, the event spaces in the following venues are both stunning and unique. Add exceptional services to the mix (think in-room spa treatments, afternoon tea and customized everything!) as well as plush accommodations and you’ve got all the elements for an unforgettable upscale celebration.


The Library at 190 South LaSalle

Chicago, IL

Fab Features: airy and sophisticated 2-story library set on the 40th floor • exchange vows in front of floor-to-ceiling Palladian windows overlooking Lake Michigan • the elegant interior impresses with book-lined walls and an arched ceiling illuminated by ornate illuminated by modern chandeliers

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $$ • $$$

Waldorf Astoria Chicago

Chicago, Illinois

Fab Features: glamorous ballrooms evoke the spirit of 1920s Paris • elegant accommodations offer inviting fireplaces, terraces, and plush furnishings • original works by internationally renowned artists are showcased throughout

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$

Chicago Winery

Chicago, IL

Fab Features: elegant, full-service weddings offering chef-driven cuisine and in-house wines • beautifully contemporary indoor/outdoor space • luxe vibe accents River North's urban character with warm, modern details like wood wine barrels, rich colors, and opulent details

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$

Revel Motor Row

Chicago, IL

Fab Features: impressive 1936 former home of Illinois Automobile Club and the Chicago Defender building • 20 unique event spaces, including an outdoor courtyard, offer exceptional flexibility for your creative vision • in-house design and décor keeps your process simple while creating a magnificent event

Catering: Preferred list
Price: $$$

Four Seasons Hotel Chicago

Chicago, Illinois

Fab Features: chic hotel in the heart of the Magnificent Mile • Grand Ballroom outfitted with a grand staircase, champagne silk wall coverings, and sparkling chandeliers • world-class art collection includes works by Picasso, Warhol, and Magritte

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$

Chicago Athletic Association

Chicago, IL

Fab Features: 1893 Venetian Gothic landmark set on the doorstep of Millennium Park • intricate craftsmanship, monumental fireplaces, and floor-to-ceiling windows lend elegance to the ballrooms • fun receptions in the Stagg Court or in The Tank, the original indoor pool framed by marble pillars and an elegant mezzanine balcony

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

The Metropolitan

Chicago, IL

Fab Features: classic event space offering sweeping views from the 66th & 67th floors • elegantly appointed ballrooms with dark wood trim, coffered ceilings, and floor-to-ceiling windows • personalized service and plenty of extras

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$

Offshore Rooftop

Chicago, IL

Fab Features: an upscale and picturesque restaurant and event venue • celebrate on the stunning rooftop offering unencumbered views of Lake Michigan and the city’s famed skyline • treat your guests to the world-class kitchen and full-service bar

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

Builders BLDG

Chicago, IL

Fab Features: 1927 Beaux-arts style building • the jaw-dropping interior boasts classic design elements like an inlaid marble floor to the illuminated, 4-story, barrel-vaulted ceiling • stellar décor, innovative culinary artistry, and unparalleled service provided by DineAmic Hospitality

Catering: In-house
Price: $$ • $$$


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