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Fame

Nightclub

#44 of 330 Party venues in Chicago
157 West Ontario Street, Chicago, IL 60654 –
River North, Chicago, IL
From $25
per person
Up to 140
seats
Up to 240
standing
Venue offers catering
American
cuisine
Parking not available
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Spaces for hire at Fame

Lore at Fame
Lore
Event Space
·
Semi-private area
120 seats
240 standing
Located on the top floor of 157 W Ontario, Chicago; above Fame Nightclub, Lore offers a high-energy atmosphere where guests can enjoy world class DJs, and dancing until late hours. Featuring weekly events, headline shows, and an escape from the norm. State-of-the-art sound, intelligent lighting, and displays.
Alcohol licence until 5:00 am
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
from $25 per person
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First Floor at Fame
First Floor
Event Space
·
Semi-private area
140 seats
240 standing
The first floor at FAME features luxurious chandeliers, plush, booths, and a full-service bar. What you can experience: Thursdays: Open-format (hip hop, house, top hits); 11pm - 4am Fridays: "Global Fridays" (promoters, DJs, and bands from around the world) Saturdays: Open-format; 11pm - 5am
Alcohol licence until 5:00 am
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
from $30 per person
Enquire now

Prices and opening hours

Sunday
Closed
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
11:00 pm – 4:00 am
from $25–$30 per person
First Floor
11:00 pm – 4:00 am
from $30 per person
Lore
11:00 pm – 4:00 am
from $25 per person
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
11:00 pm – 4:00 am
from $25–$30 per person
First Floor
11:00 pm – 4:00 am
from $30 per person
Lore
11:00 pm – 4:00 am
from $25 per person
Friday
11:00 pm – 4:00 am
from $25–$30 per person
First Floor
11:00 pm – 4:00 am
from $30 per person
Lore
11:00 pm – 4:00 am
from $25 per person
Saturday
11:00 pm – 5:00 am
from $25–$30 per person
First Floor
11:00 pm – 5:00 am
from $30 per person
Lore
11:00 pm – 5:00 am
from $25 per person

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 240
standing
Up to 140
seats
In-house catering
American
cuisine
External catering allowed
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: Parking available
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About Fame

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

Fame is a two‑floor nightclub defined by industrial‑chic interiors, exposed brick and contemporary Art Deco details that give the whole venue a polished, club-focused look.

Venue highlights: The venue's multi‑level layout lets hosts programme a pulsing main room and a quieter upstairs lounge during private events. The sound system and synced lighting support immersive DJ sets and club‑style production. In‑house catering provides American menus with gluten‑free and vegetarian options while bottle and table service support private receptions.

Best for: DJ‑led club nights; VIP bottle‑service receptions; private cocktail receptions and supper‑club style dinners.

Location: River North sits amid galleries, restaurants and nightlife, giving hosts plenty of late‑night dining and bar options for guests who want to continue the evening.

What guests say: The club's sound system and production deliver immersive, high‑energy DJ sets. The venue's bottle and table service operate smoothly and drinks are consistently well made.

lorechicago.com •
+1 312-972-6288

FAQ

Cancellations 7 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 7 days to 24 hours in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 24 hours are non-refundable.

Event date of a confirmed booking can be changed to another date within 1 months from the original date, at no cost.

At Fame, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available
  • Bringing your own catering/food is allowed

Fame does not offer parking facilities.

Fame is located at 157 West Ontario Street, in River North, Chicago, IL.

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