River West Loft Event Space at Shai City Lofts

Event Space in a Loft
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Whole venue
1105 West Chicago Avenue, 301, Chicago, IL 60642 –
West Town, Chicago, IL

About this space

The River West Loft Event Space is an open-plan loft occupying a full floor of Shai City Lofts, defined by a clear, adaptable floorplate that functions as a blank canvas for bespoke layouts.

Design: The space features polished timber floors, high ceilings and a series of tall arched windows that provide strong daylight. The interior has neutral painted walls, exposed square columns and contemporary pendant lighting that keep the look clean and simple.

Features: The venue provides Wi‑Fi and air conditioning and has an open-plan floor that supports movable dining and standing layouts. The space permits own music and allows external DJs subject to a noise restriction. The venue includes step-free access and accessible toilets.

Ideal for: Social groups and corporate teams seeking a relaxed, flexible space for seated dinners or standing receptions.

What sets it apart: A built-in PA system and speaker rig supplied on-site for event sound, reducing the need to source external audio equipment.


Prices

Sunday
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $100 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $100 hire fee per hour
Per day
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $1000 hire fee per day
All prices include sales tax.
Monday
4:30 pm – 11:00 pm
from $100 hire fee per hour
Per hour
4:30 pm – 11:00 pm
from $100 hire fee per hour
Per day
4:30 pm – 11:00 pm
from $1000 hire fee per day
All prices include sales tax.
Tuesday
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $100 hire fee per hour
Per hour
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $100 hire fee per hour
Per day
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $1000 hire fee per day
All prices include sales tax.
Wednesday
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $100 hire fee per hour
Per hour
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $100 hire fee per hour
Per day
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $1000 hire fee per day
All prices include sales tax.
Thursday
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $100 hire fee per hour
Per hour
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $100 hire fee per hour
Per day
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $1000 hire fee per day
All prices include sales tax.
Friday
4:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $150 hire fee per hour
Per hour
4:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $150 hire fee per hour
Per day
4:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $1200 hire fee per day
All prices include sales tax.
Saturday
8:00 am – 12:00 am
from $150 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 am – 12:00 am
from $150 hire fee per hour
Per day
8:00 am – 12:00 am
from $1200 hire fee per day
All prices include sales tax.
Best price guarantee
Minimum booking duration: 5 hours

Capacity

  • Standing
    up to 150
  • Dining
    up to 75

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering available
External catering allowed
Bring your own food or hire a caterer of your choice
Unavailable: Buyout fee for external catering
Kitchen facilities available for guests
Space where you can prepare food
No alcohol provided by the venue
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Projector
  • PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
  • Air conditioner
  • Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
  • Quiet space
  • Free on-street parking
  • Paid parking facilities available nearby
  • Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
  • Unavailable: Whiteboard
  • Unavailable: Flipchart
  • Unavailable: Conference call facilities
  • Unavailable: Photo equipment
  • Unavailable: Video equipment
  • Unavailable: Lighting equipment
  • Unavailable: Greenscreen
  • Unavailable: Backdrops
  • Unavailable: Storage space
  • Unavailable: Dance floor
  • Unavailable: Soundproof
  • Unavailable: Mirrors
  • Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

  • Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
  • Bring your own DJ Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
  • Space has noise restriction after 00:00

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
  • Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
  • Unavailable: Ground level
  • Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
  • Lift to all floors
  • Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

  • Promoted and ticketed events Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for
  • No wedding licence

Host rules

Booking & Time
Minimum booking is 5 hours.
All setup and breakdown time must be included in the reservation.
Overtime will be billed according to the hourly rate.

Guest Capacity
Maximum capacity depends on layout.
Events must remain within the approved guest count.

Furniture & Setup
Tables and chairs are not included in the base rental.
Table and chair setup is available as an optional add-on for $150.

Decorations
Decorations are welcome but must not damage walls, floors, or furniture.
No nails, screws, or permanent adhesives are allowed.

Food & Catering
Outside catering and food vendors are allowed.

Bar Service
Shai City Lofts offers an optional zero-proof mocktail bar experience.
Any alcohol service must comply with venue policies and applicable regulations.

Noise
Please be respectful of neighboring tenants and building guidelines.

Clean Up
Guests are responsible for basic cleanup and removing personal items at the end of their event.

Respect for the Space
The venue must be returned in the same condition it was received.

Cancellation policy: Standard 60 day with Grace Period

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Shai City Lofts is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.


Location

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Meet your host

Pavielle Randolph
Member of Tagvenue since March 2026
3h Response time
67% Response rate

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