Northerly Island 1400 S Linn White Dr • Chicago • IL 60605
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Why You'll Love This Place
A Here Comes The Guide Wedding Venue Review
- Imagine sweeping views of the Chicago skyline AND Lake Michigan as backdrops to your wedding. This city-run gem, which sits on a 91-acre peninsula jutting into the water, feels like the ultimate urban setting and an island escape at the same time.
- The Visitors Center, formerly an Art Deco airport terminal, is a fun spot for everything from your ceremony to dinner and dancing. Or, opt for either the expansive white tent or open-air Pavilion, where you can add splashes of color with LED lighting.
- They offer a generous 8-hour rental period and a list of outside vendors for all your needs. Plus, if you just can't whittle down your guest list, combine the two-story Visitor Center and the tent to accommodate all your nearest and dearest.
PRICES: What's this going to cost?
Rental Fee
- $4,590–14,280/event
- Rental fee varies depending on:
- Day of week
- Space reserved
Visitor Center (8-hour usage, 3pm–11pm)
Monday–Friday: $4,590
Saturday–Sunday: $4,697Visitor Center + Tent (8-hour usage, 3pm–11pm)
Monday–Friday: $13,900
Saturday–Sunday: $14,280Pricing includes the rental fee, labor & personnel charge, security deposit, and limited tables & chairs.
Capacity
| Indoors | Outdoors | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceremony | Seated | 700 | 1500 |
| Cocktails, etc. | Standing | 700 | 1500 |
| Reception | Seated | 700 | 1500 |
| Meetings | Total meeting capacity for this venue is 0. | ||
Venue Details
Site Uses
- Ceremony
- Outdoor Ceremony
- Wedding Receptions
- Outdoor Reception
- Elopement Packages
- Small Wedding
- Special Events / Parties
- Business Functions / Meetings
Essential Info
Price
$ • $$
Catering
Preferred list
Alcohol
BYO
Amplified Music
Indoors
Outdoors
Wheelchair Access
Access limited
Availability
Year-round, daily. The Lakefront Tent is only available April–October.
Venue Type
Buildings & other settings available:
- Banquet Hall / Events Facility
- Park
- Community Center / Civic Building
- Non-Profit
Venue Views
Peep the views you’ll enjoy from this venue!
- Cityscape
- Lake
- Meadow / Fields
- Panoramic
- Park
Northerly Island
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