An outdoor patio with string lights, shade sails, and metal tables with umbrellas at iO Theater.
An outdoor patio with string lights, a teal sunshade, and groups seated at tables at iO Theater.
An outdoor patio with string lights, sunshades, and groups gathered at tables at iO Theater.
An outdoor patio with metal tables, black umbrellas, string lights, and potted palms at iO Theater.

Outdoor Patio at iO Theater

Outdoor Space at a Theatre
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Private space
1501 North Kingsbury Street, Chicago, IL 60642 –
Near North Side, Chicago, IL
Up to 300
seats
Up to 400
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

Outdoor Patio is a Private outdoor space at iO Theater and an open-air courtyard that provides a contained outdoor room for casual socialising.

Design: The space displays exposed brick façades, a concrete paving surface and overhead festoon lighting. The layout uses metal bistro tables, parasols and potted greenery to create an informal, urban courtyard environment.

Features: The patio includes fixed outdoor seating, freestanding tables and parasols arranged across the paved area. The space has natural daylight and on-site Wi‑Fi, and it operates under a noise restriction to manage sound levels. The patio is wheelchair accessible and served by step-free guest access and nearby accessible toilets.

Ideal for: Groups looking for an informal, social outdoor space suited to relaxed standing receptions or casual seated socialising.

What sets it apart: The patio permits hosts to supply their own music and to bring a DJ under the venue's sound permissions, allowing controlled amplified music outdoors.

What guests say: The space has a relaxed, low-key atmosphere that contributes to the venue's approachable, friendly character.

Prices

Sunday
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
from $1000 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
from $1000 + $2000 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
Monday
Closed
Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
Tuesday
Closed
Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
Wednesday
Closed
Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
Thursday
Closed
Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
Friday
4:00 pm – 7:30 pm
from $1500 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
4:00 pm – 7:30 pm
from $1500 + $1500 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
Saturday
4:00 pm – 7:30 pm
from $1500 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
4:00 pm – 7:30 pm
from $1500 + $1500 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
Best price guarantee
Pricing updated by venue 1 day ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 400
Dining
up to 200
Theatre
up to 300
Boardroom
up to 100
Cabaret
up to 200
U-Shaped
up to 200
Classroom
up to 300

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive vegetarian menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
No external catering allowed
Approved caterers only
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Projector
PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Photo equipment Camera and photography equipment available on site
Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Video equipment
Lighting equipment Professional lighting equipment for photography and filming
Backdrops Photography backdrops available
Storage space Place where clients can store items during their event
Free on-street parking
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Air conditioner
Unavailable: Greenscreen
Unavailable: Quiet 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 23:00

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
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

Decor:
No confetti, no glitter, no silly string, no chocolate fountain.

Cancellation policy: Standard 60 day

Show cancellation details

FAQ

Yes, DJs are welcome. The venue's A/V inventory includes mobile loudspeakers (Mackie SA1521 500W / Mackie SRM450 400W), and rental includes access to in-house A/V.

Separate audio equipment is recommended in both spaces. If there is only one DJ, Clybourn has its own speaker system for playing music from a playlist, and its rental includes access to in-house A/V.

About iO Theater

iO Theater is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

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Location

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