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Top Blank Canvas Venues in Chicago, IL
Explore the magic of blank canvas venues in Chicago – a dream for creatives and DIY enthusiasts. These venues are perfect for organizing themed parties or crafting personalized decor. Event organizers will adore the freedom these spaces provide; whether it's table arrangements, seating layouts, or overall decor, the canvas is yours to fill. Upgrade your celebration with a venue that aligns with the celebrant's preferences, offering a unique and customizable experience. Ready to dive in? Start exploring the top blank canvas venues in Chicago now!
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![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. ” -
![The Clybourn at iO Theater in Near North Side, Chicago, IL]()
from $2000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Clybourn
4350 guestsiO TheaterNear North Side, Chicago, ILDDeborah M.
“The space was perfect for our event, and everything went beautifully. ” -
![Event Area at Gallery Loft In the Heart of Fulton Market in West Loop, Chicago, IL]()
from $94
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEvent Area
40 guestsGallery Loft In the Heart of Fulton MarketWest Loop, Chicago, ILCCorey M.
“Amazing space, great communicative host in Nosa! ” -
![Entire Gallery at NYCH Art Gallery in Lower West Side, Chicago, IL]()
from $225
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Gallery
125 guestsNYCH Art GalleryLower West Side, Chicago, IL
#Supervenue
SSidney L.
“You really get precise instructions so that your event goes off without any snags. ” -
![Artesian Space at Artesian Loft in Lakeview, Chicago, IL]()
from $135
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityArtesian Space
100 guestsArtesian LoftLakeview, Chicago, ILSStephanie M.
“I really liked the venue, location, and how flexible the manager of the space was. ” -
![The Fremont at iO Theater in Near North Side, Chicago, IL]()
from $3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Fremont
210 guestsiO TheaterNear North Side, Chicago, ILMMelissa L.
“Their event space was perfect for my web/tablet/board gaming party with 130 guests. ” -
![Semi-Private Downstairs at Tandoor Char House - Lincoln Park in Sheffield & DePaul, Chicago, IL]()
from $35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilitySemi-Private Downstairs
20 guestsTandoor Char House - Lincoln ParkSheffield & DePaul, Chicago, ILRRaquel R.
“Service was exceptional. Professional while still adding personal touches. Perfectly as described. ” -
![The Studio at IDEA Studio Event Space in Chicago Loop, IL]()
from $460
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Studio
300 guestsIDEA Studio Event SpaceChicago Loop, ILLLindsey M.
“The IDEA Studio was an absolutely perfect venue! ” -
![Creative Warehouse Space at Creative Warehouse Space in Humboldt Park, Chicago, IL]()
from $99
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityCreative Warehouse Space
50 guestsCreative Warehouse SpaceHumboldt Park, Chicago, ILCCoy W.
“Great spot lots of room easy to check in ” -
![Main Dining Room at Uvae Kitchen & Wine Bar in Andersonville, Chicago, IL]()
from $1000
minimum spend / per morningCheck availabilityMain Dining Room
85 guestsUvae Kitchen & Wine BarAndersonville, Chicago, ILJJohn G.
“From booking, to planning, to excution of our event the staff & team at Uvae we wonderful. ” -
![Yellow Classroom at iO Theater in Near North Side, Chicago, IL]()
from $1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityYellow Classroom
20 guestsiO TheaterNear North Side, Chicago, ILTThandi P.
“The venue was even more spacious than I expected and plenty of bars to accommodate my guests. ” -
![Entire Venue at The Fulton West in United Center, Chicago, IL]()
from $150
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Venue
80 guestsThe Fulton WestUnited Center, Chicago, ILThe Fulton West is Chicago's newest event space featuring a loft-style blank space to let your event dreams run wild! The newly renovated 3,500 square foot space is perfect for groups of 10-70 and accessible from the ground
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FAQs about Top Blank Canvas Venues in Chicago, IL
The cost of blank canvas venues in Chicago averages around $150 hire fee per hour. The final price will depend on location, size, amenities, and demand. Some venues also offer additional packages that include catering, AV equipment, or additional services. Take a look at the usual price ranges in Chicago, based on Tagvenue data:
| From $100 | to $225 | hire fee per hour |
| From $1500 | to $9000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $2000 | to $8269 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated August 2025), the best options include:
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Entire Venue at Claddagh Ring Pub in Ravenswood - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘There was no cost to booking the party room and the staff and drinks was amazing.’ -
The Clybourn at iO Theater in Near North Side - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘The venue was even more spacious than I expected and plenty of bars to accommodate my guests.’ -
Event Area at Gallery Loft In the Heart of Fulton Market in West Loop - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The location was super convenient for guests driving and taking public transportation.’
Blank canvas venues are unfurnished venues available for rent, allowing clients to fully customize and decorate the space according to their specific event vision, theme, and layout. This flexibility grants you considerable freedom in transforming the venue to suit your event. While these locations offer essential amenities such as lighting, restrooms, and electricity, you are responsible for setting up your event.
When renting a blank canvas venue like Ave 25 Twelve or Chi 5, expect to start with a large, empty room that you’ll transform by bringing in your own seating, tables, lighting, catering, entertainment, and decorative elements like draping to achieve your ideal layout and design. Be prepared to put in work decorating.
