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Top Affordable Wedding Venues in Downtown Chicago, IL
If you're looking for a cheap wedding venue in the center of the Windy City, you're in luck! The city offers amazing wedding spaces whether you are seeking a historic ballroom with skyline views and amazing decor or a chic loft space near the Magnificent Mile. Search downtown Chicago for budget-friendly options that won’t compromise on style. Hop on Tagvenue to explore affordable wedding venues and find a setting that leaves a lasting impression.
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![Chicago River Ballroom at Embassy Suites Chicago Downtown in Downtown Chicago, IL]()
from $10000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityChicago River Ballroom
450 guestsEmbassy Suites Chicago DowntownDowntown Chicago, ILThe spacious prefunction space surrounds the ballroom, serving as the ideal space for receptions or exhibit space. Private restrooms are also located on the ML level. -
![Main Dining Floor at Adalina in Downtown Chicago, IL]()
from $3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMain Dining Floor
200 guestsAdalinaDowntown Chicago, ILThe main dining room at Adalina is a spacious and stylish area, ideal for both seated dinners and standing receptions. With a capacity of 100 standing or 62 seated guests, this space offers an inviting yet upscale atmosphere. -
![Aspire AB at Eurostars Magnificent Mile in Downtown Chicago, IL]()
from $900
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityAspire AB
120 guestsEurostars Magnificent MileDowntown Chicago, ILThe hotel offers an Aspire AB Room which has around 110 square meters for organizing events. The space has large panoramic windows and views of the skyscrapers. -
![Aspire B at Eurostars Magnificent Mile in Downtown Chicago, IL]()
from $500
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityAspire B
50 guestsEurostars Magnificent MileDowntown Chicago, ILThe hotel’s large multi-purpose rooms are perfectly suited to the business world, offering a wide range of services, as well as an intimate and discrete setting. -
![Main Space at Experience 868 in Downtown Chicago, IL]()
from $6000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMain Space
200 guestsExperience 868Downtown Chicago, ILPacked with the bar, the main room of Experience 868 was built for beautiful dinners, receptions, and live entertainment. It has all the trappings for gourmet food, signature cocktails by our chefs and mixologists, and fancy -
![Leslie Hall at Cornerstone Center of LaSalle Street Church in Downtown Chicago, IL]()
from $150
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityLeslie Hall
125 guestsCornerstone Center of LaSalle Street ChurchDowntown Chicago, ILWith a capacity to accommodate up to 200 people, Leslie Hall is the perfect venue for a myriad of occasions, from lively parties to engaging lectures and Christian gatherings. -
![Entire Venue at Adalina in Downtown Chicago, IL]()
from $25000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
275 guestsAdalinaDowntown Chicago, ILAdalina offers an elegant and expansive venue featuring five distinct spaces: the Entire Venue, Main Dining Room, Dahlia Room, Rose Lounge, and La Arte Table. -
![Florentine Ballroom at The Congress Plaza Hotel in Downtown Chicago, IL]()
from $4500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityFlorentine Ballroom
300 guestsThe Congress Plaza HotelDowntown Chicago, ILThis beautiful antique ballroom, with arched ceilings in Renaissance style, was built around 1903. It can accommodate up to 300 guests for a Ceremony and 170 guests for dinner. -
![The Beefsteaks Stakes Room at Hawksmoor Steakhouse-Chicago in Downtown Chicago, IL]()
from $135
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Beefsteaks Stakes Room
150 guestsHawksmoor Steakhouse-ChicagoDowntown Chicago, ILAbove, wooden beams traverse the ceiling, decorated with multiple round chandeliers that cast a soft, golden glow. Overall, The Beefsteaks Stakes Room is spacious, inviting, and perfect for memorable dining events or gatherings. -
![Private Dining Room at Tanta Chicago in Downtown Chicago, IL]()
from $250
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
45 guestsTanta ChicagoDowntown Chicago, ILFrom May to October, the Private Dining can extend and connect with the enclosed rooftop terrace to accommodate up to 90 guests for standing reception. -
![Gold Ballroom at The Congress Plaza Hotel in Downtown Chicago, IL]()
from $7500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityGold Ballroom
400 guestsThe Congress Plaza HotelDowntown Chicago, ILOur beautiful Gold Ballroom was also built in the early 1900s. Inspired by French Rococo architecture, the space has an air of royalty and classic elegance that is sure to provide you and your guests with a wonderful night! -
![Patio at Rivers Restaurant in Theatre District, Downtown Chicago, IL]()
from $25000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityPatio
800 guestsRivers RestaurantTheatre District, Downtown Chicago, ILRivers Restaurant provides an ideal mixture of style, service, and incredible food whether you are dining outdoors along the river or observing the view from our dining room and bar.
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Prices of affordable wedding venues average $10000 minimum spend per event. The cost varies based on the venue's size and additional services such as catering, floral arrangements, or bridal suites. It may also be influenced by the number and type of event spaces available in the venue, for example, separate areas for the ceremony, reception, and photo sessions. Spaces offering all-inclusive packages are a budget-friendly option for couples seeking a fuss-free experience. Check out typical price ranges in Downtown Chicago, based on Tagvenue data from February 2026:
| From $5500 | to $18000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $150 | to $775 | hire fee per hour |
| From $4500 | to $7500 | hire fee per day |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated February 2026), the best options include:
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Aspire AB at Eurostars Magnificent Mile in River North - rated 5/5
Venue said: Each room is cared for down to the last detail to preserve the characteristic atmosphere of the hotel and respond to the needs of each guest. -
Whole Venue at The Tavern Club at 333 in Streeterville - rated 5/5
Venue said: Host a business meeting with an unprecedented view of downtown Chicago, a cocktail party with a fully-stocked high-end bar, or a family gathering in the heart of the city. -
Chicago River Ballroom at Embassy Suites Chicago Downtown in Streeterville - rated 4.9/5
Venue said: The elegant Chicago River Ballroom has 6,240 sq.ft of space that can easily accomodate around 500 people. Located on the ML floor of the hotel, this room can be divisable into seven different breakouts, making it perfect...
You'll find affordable wedding 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 Downtown Chicago, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (February 2026):
| Small | up to 120 guests | prices average $2500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 150 and 300 guests | prices average $185 hire fee per hour |
| Large | over 320 guests | prices average $25000 minimum spend per event |
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