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Top Wedding Reception Venues in Downtown Chicago, IL
Downtown Chicago’s wedding reception venues are here for a wedding party that’s both memorable and special in every way. Picture a riverside celebration with your loved ones along the Chicago Riverwalk or a stylish dinner party in a modern loft near Millennium Park. Whether you're hosting an elegant sit-down dinner or a relaxed cocktail reception, Downtown Chicago sets the stage for a memorable day. Explore and book your dream reception space on Tagvenue!
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![Main Dining Floor at Adalina in Downtown Chicago, IL]()
from $3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMain Dining Floor
200 guestsAdalinaDowntown Chicago, ILThe main dining room at Adalina is a spacious and stylish area, ideal for both seated dinners and standing receptions. With a capacity of 100 standing or 62 seated guests, this space offers an inviting yet upscale atmosphere. -
![Aspire B at Eurostars Magnificent Mile in Downtown Chicago, IL]()
from $500
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityAspire B
50 guestsEurostars Magnificent MileDowntown Chicago, ILThe 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. -
![Chicago River Ballroom at Embassy Suites Chicago Downtown in Downtown Chicago, IL]()
from $10000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityChicago River Ballroom
450 guestsEmbassy Suites Chicago DowntownDowntown Chicago, ILThe 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 -
![The Eatery | Semi-Private at Canal Street Eatery in Downtown Chicago, IL]()
from $2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Eatery | Semi-Private
25 guestsCanal Street EateryDowntown Chicago, ILFor semi-private events, we reserve the south third of the restaurant exclusively for your guests. The space is perfect for a standing receptions for up to 60 guests or seating dining experiences for up to 25 guests. -
![Main Space at Experience 868 in Downtown Chicago, IL]()
from $6000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMain Space
200 guestsExperience 868Downtown Chicago, ILPacked with the bar, the main room of Experience 868 was built for beautiful dinners, receptions, and live entertainment. It has all the trappings for gourmet food, signature cocktails by our chefs and mixologists, and fancy -
![Leslie Hall at Cornerstone Center of LaSalle Street Church in Downtown Chicago, IL]()
from $150
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityLeslie Hall
125 guestsCornerstone Center of LaSalle Street ChurchDowntown Chicago, ILWith a capacity to accommodate up to 200 people, Leslie Hall is the perfect venue for a myriad of occasions, from lively parties to engaging lectures and Christian gatherings. -
![Private Dining Room at Tanta Chicago in Downtown Chicago, IL]()
from $250
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
45 guestsTanta ChicagoDowntown Chicago, ILFrom May to October, the Private Dining can extend and connect with the enclosed rooftop terrace to accommodate up to 90 guests for standing reception. -
![Full Amenity Space at One East Wacker in Theatre District, Downtown Chicago, IL]()
from $1250
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityFull Amenity Space
412 guestsOne East WackerTheatre District, Downtown Chicago, ILFor a grand event experience, reserve the full 1 Events venue. Booking the full venue is the perfect way to bring your grandest events to life, such as: A keynote presentation with a network lunch. -
![Entire Venue at Adalina in Downtown Chicago, IL]()
from $25000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
275 guestsAdalinaDowntown Chicago, ILAdalina offers an elegant and expansive venue featuring five distinct spaces: the Entire Venue, Main Dining Room, Dahlia Room, Rose Lounge, and La Arte Table. -
![Aspire AB at Eurostars Magnificent Mile in Downtown Chicago, IL]()
from $900
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityAspire AB
120 guestsEurostars Magnificent MileDowntown Chicago, ILThe 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. -
![Florentine Ballroom at The Congress Plaza Hotel in Downtown Chicago, IL]()
from $4500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityFlorentine Ballroom
300 guestsThe Congress Plaza HotelDowntown Chicago, ILThis beautiful antique ballroom, with arched ceilings in Renaissance style, was built around 1903. It can accommodate up to 300 guests for a Ceremony and 170 guests for dinner. -
![Gold Ballroom at The Congress Plaza Hotel in Downtown Chicago, IL]()
from $7500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityGold Ballroom
400 guestsThe Congress Plaza HotelDowntown Chicago, ILOur beautiful Gold Ballroom was also built in the early 1900s. Inspired by French Rococo architecture, the space has an air of royalty and classic elegance that is sure to provide you and your guests with a wonderful night!
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FAQs about Top Wedding Reception Venues in Downtown Chicago, IL
Prices of wedding reception venues average $9000 minimum spend per event. 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 Downtown Chicago, based on Tagvenue data from February 2026:
| From $3000 | to $18000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $185 | to $500 | hire fee per hour |
| From $200 | to $500 | hire fee per event |
You'll find wedding reception 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 Downtown Chicago, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (February 2026):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average $3000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 135 and 175 guests | prices average $18000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 300 guests | prices average $25000 minimum spend per event |
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