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Top 21st Birthday Party Venues in Chicago, IL
The time has come for you to pick the best 21st birthday party venue in Chicago to celebrate this milestone! Whether you’re ready to (officially) start your journey of boozy celebrations or looking for a quiet place to celebrate this new chapter of your life, Chicago offers a vast array of venues ideal for this grand birthday bash. From energetic nightclubs, vibrant lofts and creative studios to cafes and restaurants serving the most delicious menus, the 21st birthday party venues in Chicago guarantee a memorable celebration. So, don’t wait any longer, and book your birthday party space today!
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![Private Party Room at Claddagh Ring Pub in Ravenswood, Chicago, IL]()
from $75
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityPrivate Party Room
50 guestsCladdagh Ring PubRavenswood, Chicago, IL
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AAkriti J.
“Super friendly and accommodating. Celebrated my birthday here and had an amazing time! Great venue” -
![Bootleg at Everything Bar in West Town, Chicago, IL]()
from $750
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityBootleg
50 guestsEverything BarWest Town, Chicago, IL
#Supervenue
BBri S.
“The venue was so cool and was the perfect place for my birthday party.” -
![Spacious Loft at Lofty Wicker Park in Wicker Park, Chicago, IL]()
from $75
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilitySpacious Loft
60 guestsLofty Wicker ParkWicker Park, Chicago, ILKKim A.
“The space was beautiful! And our host was so accommodating even letting us come in earlier to set up!” -
![First Floor at The Dandy Crown in West Town, Chicago, IL]()
from $1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFirst Floor
40 guestsThe Dandy CrownWest Town, Chicago, ILSSusi B.
“It was an ideal party space for our birthday event for 21 people.” -
![Bar Room at Port and Park Bistro in Lakeview, Chicago, IL]()
from $1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBar Room
66 guestsPort and Park BistroLakeview, Chicago, IL
#Supervenue
MMax D.
“We hosted my birthday party in the Bar Room and had a wonderful time.” -
![Entire Venue at Claddagh Ring Pub in Ravenswood, Chicago, IL]()
from $99
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Venue
100 guestsCladdagh Ring PubRavenswood, Chicago, IL
#Supervenue
SScott F.
“This place was great. There was no cost to booking the party room and the staff and drinks was amazing.” -
![Semi-Private Back Bar Space at The River Kitchen & Bar in Lakeview, Chicago, IL]()
from $30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilitySemi-Private Back Bar Space
150 guestsThe River Kitchen & BarLakeview, Chicago, ILMMolly P.
“She made it easy for me to set up a going away party. The venue was nice, clean, and super fun!” -
![Halsted Space at HALSTED SPACE in Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL]()
from $250
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityHalsted Space
80 guestsHALSTED SPACELincoln Park, Chicago, ILMMarianne G.
“My event was a birthday party for 6th grade boys/NFL draft watch party and it was amazing.” -
![The Event Space at Uptown Taproom in Uptown, Chicago, IL]()
from $250
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Event Space
50 guestsUptown TaproomUptown, Chicago, IL
#Supervenue
EEmily M.
“Our party at Uptown Taproom worked out great! Very affordable, friendly staff, and our guests loved the food.” -
![Rooftop Bar at The Pony in Lakeview, Chicago, IL]()
from $1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRooftop Bar
80 guestsThe PonyLakeview, Chicago, ILJJulia P.
“I am so happy I chose this venue. Staff was friendly reliable and super helpful. Venue was really fun vibes.” -
![The Parlour at The Albion at The Albion Manor in Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL]()
from $3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Parlour at The Albion
75 guestsThe Albion ManorLincoln Park, Chicago, IL
#Supervenue
EElias B.
“The venue was absolutely beautiful and the staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating.” -
![Garden at Celeste in River North, Chicago, IL]()
from $115
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityGarden
75 guestsCelesteRiver North, Chicago, ILJJana P.
“Wow, what an outstanding staff and event space at Celeste!!”
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FAQs about Top 21st Birthday Party Venues in Chicago, IL
In Chicago, prices of 21st birthday party venues average $175 hire fee per hour. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Chicago, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
| From $100 | to $280 | hire fee per hour |
| From $1000 | to $3162 | minimum spend per event |
| From $35 | to $60 | per person |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:
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Private Party Room at Claddagh Ring Pub in Ravenswood - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Celebrated my birthday here and had an amazing time! Great venue...’ -
Bootleg at Everything Bar in West Town - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘I loved the downstairs speakeasy room with lights, tvs, place to plug in music, and overall vibe.’ -
Spacious Loft at Lofty Wicker Park in Wicker Park - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Great huge space! Worked perfectly for a celebration.’
You'll find 21st birthday party venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Chicago, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
| Small 21st birthday party venues | up to 50 guests | prices average $100 hire fee per hour |
| Medium 21st birthday party venues | between 60 and 90 guests | prices average $175 hire fee per hour |
| Large 21st birthday party venues | over 125 guests | prices average $350 hire fee per hour |
When searching for a 21st birthday party venue in Chicago, you will be surprised by how many amazing spaces you can choose from. If you’re looking to celebrate with your family or friends over a birthday dinner, choose an elegant restaurant or a rooftop bar. For a night full of crazy partying, Chicago boasts an array of nightclubs and karaoke bars where you can get loose on the dance floor or sing your heart out to your favorite tunes. You can also choose to celebrate your 21st in one of the many breweries in the city. One of the city’s restaurants or pubs offering wine-tasting sessions are perfect for a more sophisticated celebration. And don’t forget about lofts and art studios! They provide an artistic vibe for a personalized or themed celebration.
In Chicago, Wicker Park and Bucktown are prime locations for 21st birthday party venues, offering a trendy and vibrant atmosphere with an array of unique lofts and hip bars. If you’re planning a more artsy celebration, head to The River North area, where you can find upscale lounges and lively nightclubs. Lincoln Park is a go-to place if you’re after a more laid-back vibe. The Loop is where the city’s heart beats, so if you want to be where the real Chicago magic happens, head to that area!
