Break out the Santa hats and sunscreen. Christmas in July venues in Chicago bring festive cheer to the Windy City even in the middle of summer! Host your holiday party in everything from rooftop bars with skyline views and quirky beer gardens in Wicker Park to private banquet halls and lakefront patios perfect for decking the (sunny) halls. Many venues offer seasonal cocktails, BBQ menus, and space for games or Secret Santa swaps, so you can celebrate with all the trimmings, minus the snow. Ready to sleigh your summer party? Start searching below.
Booking costs of Christmas in July venues average $150 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 March 2026:
| From $100 | to $300 | hire fee per hour |
| From $1000 | to $3000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $40 | to $95 | per person |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated March 2026), the best options include:
Bootleg at Everything Bar
in West Town - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘We were able to book the pool room and then migrate to their lower level.’
Private Party Room at Claddagh Ring Pub
in Ravenswood - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Place was very clean (few guests mentioned this), including bathrooms.’
Spacious Loft at Lofty Wicker Park
in Wicker Park - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The space was beautiful! And our host was so accommodating even letting us come in earlier to set up!’
You'll find Christmas in July 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 (March 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average $100 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 60 and 100 guests | prices average $150 hire fee per hour |
| Large | over 120 guests | prices average $3000 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.9 mi from central Chicago, available to book on Tagvenue:
Page last updated in March 2026
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