Prices of wedding reception 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 Downtown Chicago, based on Tagvenue data:
| From $150 | to $625 | hire fee per hour |
| From $200 | to $500 | hire fee per event |
| From $5000 | to $6000 | minimum spend per event |
Cheap wedding reception venues in Downtown Chicago start from $150 hire fee per hour or $2500 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
Foundry Rooms Combined at Foundry Rooms, from $150 hire fee per hour
(up to 550 guests seated)
Venue said: Foundry Rooms combined rental – the Main Stage, Vault, and Forge can be booked together to provide event organizers with 3700 square feet of space, which can host up to 220 guests at their special events.
Mixology at Taste 222, from $2500 minimum spend per event
(up to 45 guests seated)
Venue said: What guests say: The space has a clean, inviting atmosphere and combines modern décor with old-world building character...
Lore at Fame, from $25 per person (up to 120 guests seated)
Page last updated in September 2026
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