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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. -
![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. -
![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. -
![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. -
![All Seasons Patio at Pinstripes - Northbrook in Illinois]()
from $3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityAll Seasons Patio
300 guestsPinstripes - NorthbrookIllinoisOur All Seasons Patio is great for anytime of year with A/C, Heat, & Outdoor access. It has large garage doors opening to our spacious lawn and firepit.
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from $150
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100
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Le Jardin: Restaurant & Banquet Hall
Chicago, Illinois
Le Jardin is the perfect place where culture, cuisine, and celebration intersect to create an unforgettable event.
from $28
per person / per session
per person / per session
Swiss Room
150
200
Alpine Banquets
Illinois
Experience the enchanting ambiance of our Swiss Room, perfect for intimate gatherings. Delight in the picturesque outdoor gazebo view while reveling in the warm atmosphere created by chandeliers, mirrors, a hardwood dance
from $89
hire fee / per hour
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Loft Event Space
40
40
Venue 3539
Chicago, Illinois
Holding up to 40 guests, this 700 sq ft converted storefront loft includes a full kitchen for you and your guests to use for food prep, and it also includes two restrooms, a coat/storage room, and a small outdoor area.
from $99
hire fee / per hour
hire fee / per hour
Entire Venue
60
100
Claddagh Ring Pub
Chicago, Illinois
We recently updated our private party space into a lounge for a comfortable place to watch sporting events on our large projection screen. This is the perfect space to host your next private event as well.
from $500
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Station #2
100
175
Firehouse Grill
Illinois
Station #2 is located on the 2nd floor of our restaurant and can host seated dinners for 100 guests or cocktail style/partially seated events up to 175.
from $500
hire fee / per session
hire fee / per session
Aspire B
50
50
Eurostars Magnificent Mile
Chicago, Illinois
The 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.
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from $50
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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 $1300
hire fee / per session
hire fee / per session
Main Ballroom
250
300
Bar Sol, Navy Pier
Chicago, Illinois
We provide out-of-town visitors & Chicago locals a restaurant, bar & event space with skyline & lake views. Bar Sol accommodates guests seeking full service meals, a casual spot at the bar to watch live sporting events, and
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.
FAQs about Top Small Wedding Venues in Illinois
Prices of small wedding venues average $200 hire fee per hour. 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 May 2026:
| From $135 | to $350 | hire fee per hour |
| From $35 | to $76 | per person |
| From $1500 | to $9000 | minimum spend per event |
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