White dress, cold beer, deep dish? Only in Chicago. Cozy taverns in Lincoln Park to lovely gastropubs in Wicker Park and industrial-chic bars in West Loop, this city serves serious charm in its pub wedding venues. Chicago weddings don’t have to be all ballrooms and banquets, sometimes, the best memories are made with local brews, string lights, and your favorite people. So go ahead, tie the knot where the vibes are strong and the beer is stronger.
Booking costs of pub wedding venues average $2000 minimum spend per event. 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 January 2026:
| From $1000 | to $3000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $30 | to $50 | per person |
| From $75 | to $500 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated January 2026), the best options include:
Entire Venue at Claddagh Ring Pub
in Ravenswood - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘There was no cost to booking the party room and the staff and drinks was amazing.’
The Parlour at The Albion at The Albion Manor
in Lincoln Park - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Overall, it was a wonderful experience, and I feel so fortunate to have found this fantastic venue.’
Bootleg at Everything Bar
in West Town - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘We rented the room downstairs and it was great! Loved the decor and that we could play our own music.’
You'll find pub 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 Chicago, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (January 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average $1500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 75 and 140 guests | prices average $2000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 175 guests | prices average $3000 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 1 mi from central Chicago, available to book on Tagvenue:
Page last updated in January 2026
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