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Top Venues by the Water in Chicago, IL
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![The Bayless at One East Wacker in Chicago Loop, IL]()
from $250
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Bayless
48 guestsOne East WackerChicago Loop, ILAAdam A.
“Everything! The space was perfect, beautiful, and easy accessible.” -
![North/South Branch combined at Association Forum in West Loop, Chicago, IL]()
from $220
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityNorth/South Branch combined
100 guestsAssociation ForumWest Loop, Chicago, ILHHeather S.
“It was a wonderful space, and the assistance was great too.” -
![Luxury Yacht at Adeline's Sea Moose in Museum Campus, Chicago, IL]()
from $155
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityLuxury Yacht
45 guestsAdeline's Sea MooseMuseum Campus, Chicago, ILAdeline's Sea Moose is a 68-foot Chris‑Craft luxury yacht centred on panoramic waterfront views and an intimate, multi‑deck guest layout. Design: The main deck features curved white leather seating, patterned non‑slip flooring
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![Chicago Boardroom at IDEA Studio Event Space in Chicago Loop, IL]()
from $290
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityChicago Boardroom
20 guestsIDEA Studio Event SpaceChicago Loop, ILKKimberly B.
“The location is great, the room is well-equipped, and the staff are friendly and helpful.” -
![Free Spirit at Free Spirit Yacht Cruises in Museum Campus, Chicago, IL]()
from $800
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityFree Spirit
120 guestsFree Spirit Yacht CruisesMuseum Campus, Chicago, ILLocation: The Lake Michigan waterfront provides a marina setting and scenic water views that become part of the event. The surrounding dockside area contains restaurants and bars that work well for post-cruise gatherings.
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![Cielo - Rooftop at Azul in West Town, Chicago, IL]()
from $55
per person / per eveningCheck availabilityCielo - Rooftop
240 guestsAzulWest Town, Chicago, ILCielo - Rooftop is a Rooftop in Azul, a semi-private outdoor space centered on a sheltered social area. Design: The space pairs warm wood decking with an industrial metal frame and exposed beams; string-bulb lighting provides
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![Entire Venue at Windy City Sailing in Lakeview, Chicago, IL]()
from $200
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Venue
10 guestsWindy City SailingLakeview, Chicago, ILWindy City Sailing is a privately chartered sailing yacht that functions as an event space; its defining quality is being an operable sailboat rather than a fixed room.
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![Privada at Azul in West Town, Chicago, IL]()
from $2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivada
52 guestsAzulWest Town, Chicago, ILPrivada is a Function Room in a restaurant (Azul) that provides a self-contained private dining and lounge area separate from the main dining room. Design: Patterned banquette seating and low armchairs are paired with tall
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![Fins Porch at Margaritaville Restaurant - Chicago in Streeterville, Chicago, IL]()
from $5000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFins Porch
60 guestsMargaritaville Restaurant - ChicagoStreeterville, Chicago, ILThis space is ideal for group dining and events as it has floor to ceiling windows that look out to the Navy Pier and lake, while still offering a warm space safe from the windy Chicago weather.
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![Front Room at Azul in West Town, Chicago, IL]()
from $45
per person / per eveningCheck availabilityFront Room
20 guestsAzulWest Town, Chicago, ILThe Front Room has a capacity of 20 for receptions and 15 for seating arrangements. It features two cozy couches and two stylish lounge chairs. Guests can enjoy a stunning city view through big windows, and a 50" TV adds
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![Muelle - Dockside at Azul in West Town, Chicago, IL]()
from $45
per person / per eveningCheck availabilityMuelle - Dockside
60 guestsAzulWest Town, Chicago, ILMuelle - Dockside is a semi-private Dining Room in Azul featuring a continuous run of upholstered booth seating that creates a contained, conversation-focused area.
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![Octopus Garden at Azul in West Town, Chicago, IL]()
from $35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityOctopus Garden
80 guestsAzulWest Town, Chicago, ILLocated along the Chicago River, Azul is an upscale mariscos (seafood) restaurant serving Latin-inspired fare. Celebrating the rich flavors and fresh ingredients of Latin culinary culture, Azul’s chef-driven menu is brimming
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FAQs about Top Venues by the Water in Chicago, IL
The cost of waterfront venues averages around $290 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 $220 | to $800 | hire fee per hour |
| From $45 | per person |
These are the venues within 0.7 mi from central Chicago, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Chicago Boardroom at IDEA Studio Event Space
on 111 East Wacker Drive - 0.3 mi from center.
Our user said: ‘We've used this space twice now for a leadership retreat and plan to return in the future.’ -
The Bayless at One East Wacker
on East Wacker Drive Floor 2 - 0.3 mi from center.
Our user said: ‘The space was perfect, beautiful, and easy accessible.’ -
Fins Porch at Margaritaville Restaurant - Chicago
on 700 East Grand Avenue #118 - 0.7 mi from center.
Venue said: With all high-top seating this space offers a great setting for networking and mingling while in an island escape atmosphere with great food, delicious drinks, and an exclusive bar.
Cheap waterfront venues in Chicago start from $200 hire fee per hour. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
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Entire Venue at Windy City Sailing, from $200 hire fee per hour (up to 10 guests standing)
Venue said: Windy City Sailing is a privately chartered sailing yacht that functions as an event space; its defining quality is being an operable sailboat rather than a fixed room. -
North/South Branch combined at Association Forum, from $220 hire fee per hour (up to 100 guests standing)
Venue said: The room has an open rectangular layout, neutral walls and carpeted flooring beneath a suspended ceiling. Overhead lighting and natural light create a bright, practical setting. -
The Bayless at One East Wacker, from $250 hire fee per hour (up to 48 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘The space was perfect, beautiful, and easy accessible.’
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