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Top 50th Birthday Venues in Chicago, IL
Are you planning a milestone gathering for yourself or someone special and need help with finding the best 50th birthday venues in Chicago? Let's be honest! Planning a birthday party is no mean feat at all! But luckily, we are here to assist you in finding the most magical venue ever! Whether you are looking for fun bars or an opulent ballroom to host an epic event, we have a selection of unique 50th birthday venues in Chicago to take your event from drab to fab! Browse our curated selection of dreamy and quirky birthday spots right away and book your favorite in no time!
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![Bootleg at Everything Bar in West Town, Chicago, IL]()
from $750
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityBootleg
50 guestsEverything BarWest Town, Chicago, IL
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BBri S.
“The venue was so cool and was the perfect place for my birthday party.” -
![Birthday Party at Centre Court Productions in West Loop, Chicago, IL]()
from $350
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityBirthday Party
125 guestsCentre Court ProductionsWest Loop, Chicago, ILAAudra D.
“The guests had plenty to do in the space. Annabelle was extremely helpful in making the party our own.” -
![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
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EElias B.
“The venue was absolutely beautiful and the staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating.” -
![Private Party Room at Bar Cocina Lakeview / Lincoln Park in Lakeview, Chicago, IL]()
from $35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Party Room
75 guestsBar Cocina Lakeview / Lincoln ParkLakeview, Chicago, IL
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DDeborah W.
“Great venue! Food was delicious! Service was great and the staff I worked with to plan my event were fabulous!” -
![Entire Venue at Claddagh Ring Pub in Ravenswood, Chicago, IL]()
from $99
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Venue
100 guestsCladdagh Ring PubRavenswood, Chicago, IL
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SScott F.
“This place was great. There was no cost to booking the party room and the staff and drinks was amazing.” -
![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” -
![Top Deck at Howl at the Moon, Chicago in River North, Chicago, IL]()
from $2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityTop Deck
50 guestsHowl at the Moon, ChicagoRiver North, Chicago, ILAAlex S.
“Katie was incredibly responsive as an event planner for the venue, and the experience was a ton of fun.” -
![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!” -
![Event Space at Hangout Lighting in West Town, Chicago, IL]()
from $2900
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEvent Space
150 guestsHangout LightingWest Town, Chicago, ILRRija R.
“Loved the open space layout! Kids could run around. Natural lighting was beautiful” -
![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.” -
![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.”
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Throw an Unforgettable 50th Birthday Party at One of These Bars
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“Our guests had a great time at everything bar! They were great to work with”
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“The whole process went smoothly and everyone was so wonderful to work with. Cam, our bartender, was a delight!”
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FAQs about Top 50th Birthday Venues in Chicago, IL
In Chicago, prices of 50th birthday venues average $225 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 $300 | hire fee per hour |
| From $35 | to $55 | per person |
| From $1000 | to $3000 | minimum spend per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:
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Rooftop Bar at The Pony in Lakeview - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Staff was friendly reliable and super helpful. Venue was really fun vibes. Would definitely recommend!!!!’ -
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.’ -
Birthday Party at Centre Court Productions in West Loop - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘This venue was perfect for my daughter's high school graduation party!’
You'll find 50th birthday 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 50th birthday venues | up to 50 guests | prices average $100 hire fee per hour |
| Medium 50th birthday venues | between 60 and 90 guests | prices average $150 hire fee per hour |
| Large 50th birthday venues | over 110 guests | prices average $350 hire fee per hour |
For hosting large birthday gatherings in Chicago, you can consider the following event spaces:
- Rooftop spots: Venues like Workbox in River North offer indoor/outdoor layouts with catering options, making them perfect for a happy hour gathering!
- Restaurants: Restaurants offer ample space to accommodate most events! Do you fancy a pizza party on your birthday? Head to Easy Street Pizza to host a pizza party for more than 150 people!
- Bars: Bars are the perfect party spots, combining food, drinks, and entertainment. They’re ideal for hosting fuss-free parties for a large group. Consider The Bar Club for a cozy birthday gathering!
- Blank canvas: Event spaces like Hangout Lighting are the perfect combination of classy and intimate! Spaces like these are highly customizable for decor, food, or entertainment and can accommodate up to 150 people!
There are several ways to save money when hiring a party space in the city. Consider booking venues on days and at times with reduced rates, including Sundays, Mondays, and daytime slots on Saturdays. Also, check out off-peak discounts between November and April if you’re lucky to be born during that time. DIY-ing your decor, hosting a potluck at a hired venue, or picking a venue where you can bring your alcohol prevents additional expenditures.
