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Top Small Wedding Venues in Illinois
Illinois spreads from Chicago's lakefront to small-town red barns, and small wedding venues lean into that variety — garden rooms in Victorian homes near Hyde Park, vineyard pavilions downstate, historic cottages in rural counties. Small wedding venues in Illinois let you skip the 300-person ballroom in favour of something that breathes with your actual guest list. Most include ceremony and reception space, and many have experienced catering partners who work small numbers without inflated plates. Compare a few options and get your plans moving.
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![Small Banquet Hall at Grand Duke's Restaurant in Illinois]()
from $32
per person / per sessionCheck availabilitySmall Banquet Hall
21 guestsGrand Duke's RestaurantIllinoisThe small banquet hall at Grand Duke's Restaurant offers an intimate yet elegant space ideal for hosting private events of up to 35 guests. The hall is tastefully decorated with soft lighting, neutral tones, and detailed -
![The Parlour at The Albion at The Albion Manor in Chicago, Illinois]()
from $3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Parlour at The Albion
60 guestsThe Albion ManorChicago, IllinoisAAndrew Y.
“Great venue! The staff were very friendly and accommodating. Would host another event here!” -
![New Space at Acquaviva Winery in Illinois]()
from $8000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityNew Space
143 guestsAcquaviva WineryIllinoisFrom intimate weddings to corporate conferences, the venue accommodates up to 230 guests in flexible indoor and outdoor spaces. Whether amidst vineyards or in the elegant atrium, Acquaviva Winery provides a captivating backdrop -
![Entire Venue at The Fulton West in Chicago, Illinois]()
from $150
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Venue
70 guestsThe Fulton WestChicago, IllinoisFulton West is an ideal venue for various special private events such as baby showers, wedding showers, small wedding ceremonies, photoshoots, bar mitzvahs, bat mitzvahs, meetings, creative retreats, mini conferences, and -
![Courtyard at Colvin House in Chicago, Illinois]()
from $5500
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityCourtyard
100 guestsColvin HouseChicago, IllinoisFor an outdoor summer wedding ceremony and lively cocktail event, the venue grounds also feature a lushly landscaped yard and a sizeable, walled-in courtyard brimming with greenery. -
![Patio at Spirit Elephant in Illinois]()
from $40
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPatio
43 guestsSpirit ElephantIllinoisLooking for an outdoor space for your next gathering? The Patio at Spirit Elephant restaurant, located next to Hubbard Woods Park in Winnetka, offers a private space that can accommodate up to 70 guests. -
![Sky Garden at Garden Manor Banquets - Armitage in Chicago, Illinois]()
from $61
per person / per sessionCheck availabilitySky Garden
80 guestsGarden Manor Banquets - ArmitageChicago, IllinoisOur Sky Garden hall is a spacious venue perfect for weddings, ceremonies, and big birthday celebrations. -
![Event Area at 223 Main in Illinois]()
from $175
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEvent Area
80 guests223 MainIllinoisIf you're having an outdoor wedding, we can set up chairs and an arch to give it a more traditional touch. In addition, this bonus space can also accommodate bounce houses for the kids to enjoy. -
![Wedding at Wake 'n Bacon in Chicago, Illinois]()
from $1000
minimum spendCheck availabilityWedding
60 guestsWake 'n BaconChicago, IllinoisWhether you're planning an intimate wedding, a milestone birthday, a corporate event, or a chic baby shower, our venue comfortably seats up to 60 guests and can accommodate up to 85 for a standing reception. -
![Aspire B at Eurostars Magnificent Mile in Chicago, Illinois]()
from $500
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityAspire B
50 guestsEurostars Magnificent MileChicago, IllinoisThe 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. -
![Clarion Room at Georgios Banquets in Illinois]()
from $76
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityClarion Room
200 guestsGeorgios BanquetsIllinoisThe Clarion Room at Georgios Banquets, Quality Inn & Suites Conference Centre is designed to accommodate smaller yet elegant weddings, providing an intimate and enchanting setting. -
![Banquet Hall at Diamond Garden Banquet Hall in Chicago, Illinois]()
from $69
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityBanquet Hall
160 guestsDiamond Garden Banquet HallChicago, IllinoisOur Banquet Hall is an elegant, garden-themed room with a spacious dance floor and a capacity of up to 268 people. It is perfect for weddings, Sweet 16s, quinceañeras, birthday parties, Bat Mitzvahs, and corporate events.
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from $50
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Engine Room
25
35
Firehouse Grill
Illinois
The Engine Room is our semi private event space located on the 1st floor of our restaurant. This room can host seated meals up to 25 guests and partially seated/cocktail style receptions up to 35 guests.
from $35
per person / per session
per person / per session
Indoor Area
31
50
Vin 90
Illinois
Looking for a unique space for your next event? VIN 90, located within the Arboretum Club, is a restaurant, sushi bar, and grill that accommodates up to 50 guests.
from $32
per person / per session
per person / per session
Large Banquet Hall
62
100
Grand Duke's Restaurant
Illinois
The large banquet hall at Grand Duke's Restaurant provides a spacious and elegant setting for events accommodating up to 100 guests. The hall features warm Eastern European décor with rich wood accents and soft lighting,
from $40
per person / per session
per person / per session
Entire Venue
131
210
Spirit Elephant
Illinois
Looking for a restaurant for your next event in Winnetka? Spirit Elephant, located next to Hubbard Woods Park, offers both an indoor space and a partly canopied outdoor patio, with a total capacity of up to 210 people.
from $40
per person / per session
per person / per session
Entire Venue
145
150
La Zingara Trattoria
Illinois
La Zingara Restaurant is a great spot near the city of Chicago. The restaurant offers a buyout consisting of three rooms: the Private Room, which is directly connected to the Main Dining Area, and the Outside Patio.
from $9000
minimum spend / per day
minimum spend / per day
Wine Bar
125
135
Rivers Restaurant
Chicago, Illinois
Rivers 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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from $10000
minimum spend / per day
minimum spend / per day
Chicago River Ballroom
450
500
Embassy Suites Chicago Downtown
Chicago, Illinois
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
from $900
hire fee / per session
hire fee / per session
Aspire AB
120
150
Eurostars Magnificent Mile
Chicago, Illinois
The 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.
from $2500
hire fee / per session
hire fee / per session
Patio
15
25
The Cherry Tree Inn Bed and Breakfast
Illinois
With brick streets, vintage lighting, and local attractions like the Opera House nearby, everything about our hotel makes it feel magic! Our venue is best for intimate gatherings, offering shared common spaces, friendly hosting,
from $5000
minimum spend / per evening
minimum spend / per evening
Terrace
250
200
William Tell Hotel MOD Collection by Sonesta
Illinois
As part of the Sonesta portfolio, the hotel offers trusted service, convenient access to Chicago’s southwest corridor, and a classic-meets-modern guest experience.
from $1000
hire fee / per day
hire fee / per day
Meeting Room 1&2
75
90
Hyatt Place Chicago South
Chicago, Illinois
Our meeting room is 1030 square feet, perfect for a small (75 guests) meeting or social event. We can provide banquet rounds, classroom style or theater style set ups.
from $76
per person / per session
per person / per session
Sunset Room
300
300
Georgios Banquets
Illinois
The Sunset Room at Georgios Banquets, Quality Inn & Suites Conference Centre epitomizes modern comfort and style. With its sleek design and contemporary features, it offers a versatile space adaptable to various needs.
FAQs about Top Small Wedding Venues in Illinois
Prices of small wedding venues average $55 per person. 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 Illinois, based on Tagvenue data from June 2026:
| From $35 | to $76 | per person |
| From $135 | to $350 | hire fee per hour |
| From $1500 | to $6615 | minimum spend per event |
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