Creek Bend Nature Center is available for your special event. This charming venue is located within beautiful LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve on the banks of Ferson Creek in St. Charles. This gorgeous facility will take your event from special to extraordinary. We provide the facility and grounds. You provide the special touches that make the event uniquely yours.

Our historic building and gorgeous view combined, create a peaceful and tranquil place for any event that you may consider having. The quaintness of our décor is warm and welcoming; everyone who sees it is thrilled with its comfortable yet rustic feel. Natural stone and brick, and the floor to ceiling windows capture all that mother nature has to offer. Riverside Receptions makes the perfect backdrop for your own unique style to shine through. We are very fortune that we are just steps away from our sister property, The Herrington Inn and Spa. With gorgeous sleeping rooms, fine dining restaurant, beautiful lobby bar, luxurious spa and riverfront courtyard, it makes the perfect place to settle in at the end of the day. Our staff is professional, friendly, experienced and highly rated.

Our breathtaking 20 acre vineyard and gorgeous winery create a beautiful and unique backdrop for your special day. Our attention to detail, knowledgeable staff and delicious food will help to ensure a perfect event. Each wedding has exclusive use of the vineyard and our winery and can fit up to 230 guests comfortably. Our Events Manager will help guide you through the planning process, tailoring your event to your own individual needs and creating a flawless wedding day.

The Highland Loft Event Venue is a unique, versatile event venue with three spaces. The Highland Loft is the perfect setting for your wedding whether it is sophisticated or trendy, intimate or elaborate, your guests are sure to never forget your special day.

The Haight is a wedding and event venue located in Elgin, IL and is enveloped by a historic neighborhood, for a romantic and storied setting for your wedding. This converted warehouse was originally constructed in the 1890s. It began as the Elgin Storage & Transfer Company. Over the years numerous companies used the building until 1985 when it was bought by John Haight, who refurbished the building. The Haight features two floors and a rooftop area. Brick walls and hardwood flooring accent exposed ductwork. There are multiple spaces for hosting your ceremony, reception, and many other wedding-related gatherings. On the first floor, there is room for up to 175 guests standing. This makes the 2,000-square-foot space ideal for the cocktail reception. The second floor features 7,000 square feet of space. 250 people seated or 200 people seated with a dance floor can fit in this event area. You can also take your celebrations outside on the spacious rooftop deck.

An early 20th century tractor manufacturing building turned into a 21st century modern luxury event space. We personally craft a luxury experience that celebrates life and the joy of entertaining. Company 251 is an event venue open to private events, concerts, productions, exhibitions, corporate + business gatherings. Featuring architectural and historical elements, merging past with present and historic with modern, making this an unparalleled backdrop for your next event!

Cantigny Park & Golf is the perfect setting to create a unique and memorable wedding that will leave a lasting impression on you and your guests. Our expansive estate encompasses acres of beautiful gardens, colorful botanicals and tranquil water features, creating an idyllic background for your most special day. Complementing the allure and beauty of the estate’s magnificent gardens, Cantigny offers three distinctive reception venues: Le Jardin at Cantigny Park and the Red Oak Room and Woodside Pavilion at Cantigny Golf.

The Ellwood House Museum is an historic estate that offers three unique rental spaces on ten acres of gardens and grounds. These include the first floor and terraces of elegant Ellcourt, an historic Tudar Revival house built in 1899. It is available from March through mid-November and is our only venue where alcohol service is permissible. Ellcourt has an hourly rate of $350. The grounds also offer a choice of three garden spaces for wedding ceremonies. Garden rentals are available mid-May to mid-October and include an inclement weather backup location in the Hearthside Room of the Visitor Center. The rental rate is a flat fee of $500. The third venue is our more casual space, the Hearthside Room, which includes access to the galleries. It is available March through mid-November, and the rental rate is $75 per hour. All venues are limited to 80 people, and both indoor venues have full kitchens.

Naper Settlement is a charming wedding ceremony and reception venue located in Naperville, Illinois. The 13-acre outdoor history museum includes a variety of beautiful ceremony and reception spaces surrounded by lush gardens and unique architecture. Just minutes from Downtown Naperville and the Naperville Riverwalk, this venue is a 40-minute drive from downtown Chicago. Historic rooms are also available to rent for rehearsal dinners, wedding showers, and receptions. Book your tour today! Photos courtesy of Connor Steinkamp Photography, Susan Ryan Photography, Becky Brown Photography, Candace Sims Photography, and Susan Hobson Photography.

IF YOU VALUE FAMILY AND FRIENDSHIP AND DON’T BELIEVE IN OBLIGATORY INVITES, A WEDDING EXPERIENCE AT THE HOMESTEAD 1854 IS DESIGNED FOR YOU! Offering the ideal combination of elegance and tradition, the organic beauty of our Midwestern setting serves as an enchanting backdrop for your wedding day. Located less than 60 miles from downtown Chicago in Plano, Illinois, our accommodating team, recognized for their professionalism and creative flair, works beside you to make your intimate wedding an unforgettable experience. It’s our job to make your wedding day stress-free! Whether your wedding calls for grandeur or simple elegance, The Homestead 1854’s wedding packages provide for most of the essential elements of your wedding day, while still offering you the opportunity to select your own Caterer, Photographer, Florist, D.J., Coordinator, and Hair/Make-Up Artists.

Park-Ward Events ; The Park-Ward Motors Museum is pleased to announce “Park-Ward Events”! Park-Ward Events is making it’s elegant Rolls-Royce museum space available for weddings and events. We are now taking reservations for key wedding dates from October 2021 through 2022. (Micro weddings and events under phase 4 Covid Guidelines available.) Park-Ward Events Rolls-Royce Collection is a unique and elegant backdrop to your wedding and event experience. The Park-Ward Motors Museum is Chicagoland's newest and most exciting event space! (Superior elegance and splendidly displayed Rolls-Royce classic motor cars)

Makray Memorial Golf Club is a banquet hall hosting weddings for couples in the greater Rockford and Chicago, Illinois areas. This classic venue features a stone clubhouse draped in lush ivy and sitting upon a property of fresh green grasses. Sitting approximately an hour outside of Rockford in Barrington, Illinois, this venue offers an escape from the busy city atmosphere. A stunning outdoor ceremony takes place on the lawn of the venue, with white chairs placed on a flat piece of landscape among the course's gently rolling hills. Indoors, a banquet hall with large windows and French doors keeps the space open and airy.

Located in the heart of downtown Barrington, this 1898 home belonged to local philanthropists John and Julia Robertson at the turn of the century. It was meticulously restored in 2015 to capture the timeless beauty of the home while providing every modern amenity. We can accommodate both intimate weddings of 50 or less and larger weddings up to 130 (150 for ceremony only).

With 10 acres of breath-taking award-winning gardens, model train layouts and museum, and a large sparkling lake, you and your guests will be transported into an unforgettable realm of beauty and wonder. Wandering Tree Estate is the wedding venue to make your dreams come true! Brides there are a million reasons to pick Wandering Tree Estate as your wedding venue. Our gardens are Instagram ready and will blow you and your guests away. The unique all-outdoor setting allows you and your guests to enjoy your big day surrounded by tropical flowers and rare plants and trees - on your very own private estate. Sign up for a 2020 wedding to receive our special pricing (bridal cottage INCLUDED) Grooms feel relaxed on your big day. Our recommended vendors make the entire process smooth and easy from start to finish. We even allow outside vendors if you wish to have a completely custom experience!

Our wedding venue is a family business! We also have Kentucky bred thoroughbreds that have been on our farm for years! Our biggest goal, is making your wedding day as special as can be! We offer multiple ceremony sites on our farm and have a big tent for receptions!

The perfect blend of timeless sophistication and modern elegance, Drury Lane Events provides a truly unforgettable experience for our couples and their guests. With over 35,000 square feet of flexible space and venues holding anywhere from 50 to 1,800 guests, weddings of all sizes can be accommodated with ease. Accommodations such as two on-site hotels, a complimentary wedding night suite, our in-house audio visual provider, complimentary valet, seasonal coat check, and more make Drury Lane the perfect fit for your special day.

Whether you are hosting a wedding reception, ceremony, bridal shower or bachelor(ette) party our dynamic ballrooms and private event spaces provide an upscale yet relaxed space for your special day. We host truly unique events and deliver sophisticated fun through combining our from-scratch Italian-America menu with the classic games of bowling and bocce ball. Let our talented event team work with you on a customized event to suit your personal style and help you bring your dream wedding to life to create a perfect day that you and all your guests will be sure to remember!

Oak Brook Manor lends a touch of rustic meets refined charm. With scenic woodlands & an elegant clubhouse, it can provide the backdrop for every part of your celebration. Love, laughter, & heartfelt moments await at this beautiful, suburban getaway. Nestled in a peaceful location. Its natural stellar facilities have been attracting soon-to-be newlyweds since the late 1970s. You can say “I do” at the outdoor ceremony space located right beside a beautiful pond. Your loved ones are bound to be charmed by its flower-draped arbor & tall trees. The Covered Veranda is also suitable for ceremonies, a wonderful space that offers delightful views of greenery. You can also enjoy an indoor service in the Pond Room. Our main space includes a stone fireplace, wood-beamed vaulted ceilings, & floor-to-ceiling windows. Up to 200 of your guests can join you to celebrate. Their seasoned event staff will be on hand throughout your event. A delicious meal will be provided courtesy of Chic Chef Catering.

The Drake Oak Brook Hotel is a classic hotel wedding venue located in Oak Brook, Illinois. This historic venue was built in 1962 as a suburban sister property to the famous Drake Hotel on Michigan Avenue. After extensive renovations, the property re-opened in April 2015. The Drake Oak Brook represents elegance and traditional services for your dream wedding day.

​The Lodge at KLM Park is surrounded by 52 acres of beautifully appointed parkland. Built in 1927 and designed by R. Harold Zook, one of the most renowned residential architects in the western suburbs, The Lodge exudes grace and elegance. It is as versatile as it is engaging, welcoming a variety of special events and occasions from weddings to social functions. The first floor of the English-style building is alive with character, providing a spacious living room with a fireplace, a piano, dining room, kitchen, alcove, and access to the beautiful patios and surrounding grounds that may be used for outdoor event space. ​

This is the moment you've always envisioned, a unique celebration that will hold a cherished spot in your memories forever. Allow the seasoned team at Royal Melbourne to transform your country club wedding in Long Grove into an unforgettable affair for you and your guests. We're committed to delivering the premier golf course wedding experience in Lake County. At Royal Melbourne Country Club, we feature a sophisticated ballroom with sweeping French windows and a secluded veranda that offers views of the 18th green. Our exclusive private rooms, exceptional chef, and dedicated staff all work together to make your event remarkable. Your extraordinary golf course wedding will be an event that both you and your guests will treasure for years to come.

Welcome to 223 Main! Located in the Heart of Downtown Lemont’s historical district, just three doors down from the Metra Station, 223 Main boasts a storied origin. Initially built in the 1900s as a double storefront, it transformed throughout the century into a department store, political office, coffee shop, and now an event space. 223 Main is owned and operated by a local Lemont couple, Hector and Lauren Tamayo. Hector grew up in Lemont and always loved the downtown area. At the beginning of 2020, the coffee shop leasing the space decided to close down. While brainstorming what the building could be next, the Covid-19 Pandemic hit. Lauren and Hector decided to cancel their destination wedding and remodel 223 Main. After having their intimate wedding at the building, they decided to officially launch 223 Main and open the space up to the community to enjoy.

Monte Bello's enchanting 55 acre estate is the perfect backdrop for your unforgettable ceremony and wedding reception. Our extraordinary venue features breathtaking grounds with unlimited backdrops for the most memorable pictures. All our weddings and events are allowed exclusive use of the estate grounds, mansion, and custom tent during your event time. We have an elegant Bridal Suite, a place to display your wedding dress. We also have the perfect Grooms Suite that is a man cave like no other with a poker table, craps table, foosball table, pool table, and guitar and sports memorabilia.

From verandas overlooking the old I&M Canal to customizable Menus, The Public Landing is the perfect location to host your event. We specialize in functions from 30 – 180 guests. Beautiful photo opportunities! Located in an Historic Site. Easily accessible by I-355 in Historic Downtown Lockport.

The Funderburg House is a unique and historic venue that allows you to completely immersive. This 3-story, 1906 mansion is sure to keep your guests talking. It is a romantic spot that is perfect for any happy couple to celebrate their big day!

Located in Vernon Hills, Illinois, Loyola Lake County is home to the Cuneo family collection of fine art and furnishings, set in a beautiful 100-acre estate. Since receiving the estate, Loyola has completed a number of renovations and added a meeting and event pavilion for courses, lectures and special events. Loyola will continue its investment in the mansion.

Bring your event to Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods, a gathering place nestled deep in the 565 acres of the tranquil wooded sanctuary of the Edward L. Ryerson Conservation Area in Riverwoods, Illinois. We invite you to discover this little-known treasure. Just 25 miles from Chicago’s downtown, Brushwood Center is worlds away from the busyness of life.

The Nineteenth Century Charitable Association's beautiful Oak Park Landmark building has served the surrounding communities since its construction in 1928. The Classical Revival 2-story building exudes historical charm and inspiring awe for every guest. The Nineteenth Century offers multiple event spaces to fit your needs, with hanging chandeliers, a full stage, original hardwood floors, and a lofty ceiling. The Margaret Houck Ballroom is a beautiful and refined space for your ceremony and reception. Windows line both sides of the ballroom giving you plenty of natural light, casting an iridescent glow over the hardwood floors. From small to medium sized parties, consider the South Dining Room or the North Dining Room. Cozy yet elegant, these two rooms offer the perfect atmosphere.

Since opening our doors in 2007, we have been taking our guests on an exciting culinary journey through Central and South America. Our creative cocktails and Latin fusion cuisine are served in a vibrant atmosphere where friends and family gather over a memorable meal. Hospitality is of the utmost importance to us, and our goal is to create lasting, genuine relationships by making every visit an unforgettable experience.

Our historic beauty and a picturesque scene will create beautiful memories for you, your bridal party, and your guests. With our extensive gourmet menu and a wide variety of choices, your guests will dine in luxury and peace. Our venue features a full-size cocktail bar, a comfortable and private room for the bridge, and full banquet hall with a wide variety of decor, linens, and seating.

If you desire a wedding venue that is elegant, distinctive and timeless, look no further than historic Cheney Mansion. Featuring a ballroom, formal dining rooms, sitting rooms, a library, and separate bride and groom preparatory rooms, the Mansion provides the perfect setting for your wedding and reception. For couples who prefer an outdoor venue, your ceremony can be held on Cheney’s impeccably landscaped grounds which provide an ideal backdrop for your wedding photographs. At your reception, your guests can flow from the Mansion onto the lighted patio and the adjacent renovated greenhouse which provides an intimate setting for guests to gather. The patio and greenhouse are also perfect for an alfresco cocktail hour.

The Haley Mansion’s wedding venue specializes in creating beautiful wedding ceremonies. Our lovely outdoor wedding venue provides a picturesque ambiance of unmistakable charm. The surrounding outside grounds include lush Victorian Gardens. Our outdoor wedding venue is complemented by a pergola nestled between two trickling waterfalls, pagoda, and arbor structures. In addition, there are two ponds, massive pines, and thousands of annuals and perennials. These natural elements are perfect for garden wedding theme ceremonies. Plus, our indoor wedding venue provides an upscale elegance sure to leave your guests breathless. Inside, we present finely finished tableware, lavish chandeliers, and spacious event space. The Haley Mansion is the perfect setting for any wedding ceremony.

Imagine walking down the magnificent steps of the grand staircase in the Rialto’s Rotunda and greeting your guests for a once-in-a-lifetime storybook wedding. Or having a one of a kind ceremony on our stage in the theatre watching your groom / groomsmen rise up on our orchestra pit, and at your first kiss as man and wife we will cascade you with a flower pedals! Your first dance as man and wife will be crowned by the majestic “Duchess” chandelier. Host your wedding ceremony, reception or both in this elegant, historic setting.

Whether you are looking to host an engagement party, shower, rehearsal dinner, or your full wedding experience - Pinstripes offers upscale, versatile event spaces that are perfect for every celebration! Celebrate your special day in one of our warm and inviting private rooms complete with food from our exceptional Italian-American bistro and selections from our wine cellar. Our All-Inclusive packages offer lots of great of options for your groups as small as 20 and as large as 1,000 guests. With fun add-ons like bowling lanes, bocce courts, and an outdoor patio with a fire pit, Pinstripes is the perfect destination!

The Estate boasts an exquisite Mansion, built in 1873, and a newly renovated Ballroom. The Mansion's vintage charm is the perfect location for intimate celebrations, while the spaciousness of the Ballroom can accommodate events of up to 250 guests. Walk down the aisle in a historic Church, built in 1895, featuring stained glass windows and the original pipe organ. Or, exchange vows under the romantic pergola in the gardens. From your first kiss to your last dance, a unique occasion awaits...

The house, known today as Reid Hall, was completed in 1908 and the family moved in on May 5, led by J. Ogden Armour, until approximately September of 1927. Many of the house’s mantle pieces, there are 15, and the paneling of the library reading room (or former living room), were imported from Paris, Vienna and London, including the marble dining room while the main walls are of Italian marble, the central panels of each wall have been painted over the plaster to simulate actual marble. It is also reputed that the marble staircase was built with the primary purpose in mind that their daughter, Lolita Ogden Armour, would descend the curving stairway on her wedding day, which she did in 1921, to John J. Mitchell, Jr. Eventually the property was sold to Lake Forest Academy where classes began in 1948. Today, Academy grounds total approximately 170 acres.

ERIS was inspired by the eponymous Greek goddess notorious for causing mayhem. As the story goes, Eris threw the golden apple of discord into a party that she wasn’t invited to, thus creating a chaotic scene as every goddess in attendance scrambled for its beauty. So how do we make an impression in a city of over 100 breweries? By throwing an apple into the party; we are making hard ciders, too. Brew Deck offers a semi-private space for get-togethers with sweeping views of the restaurant and brewery. The space exhibits an urban appearance, with exposed ceiling pipes and brick walls. These elements are balanced by warm furnishings and minimalistic decor for an elegant touch. Large terrace doors provide guests with access to the adjoining patio which can be opened if the weather conditions allow.

The Highland Park Community House is an elegant wedding venue located in the heart of Highland Park's vibrant and well-known downtown district. This warm and inviting venue is a beautifully renovated historic landmark that evokes the glamour of the past with its art deco fixtures, vaulted ceilings and gorgeous hardwood floors. With stunning indoor and outdoor space, this venue can be converted into many configurations to graciously accommodate smaller events and weddings. One of the unique aspects of our special venue is you can bring in any vendor, caterer, food, beverage, decor of your choosing making it affordable on all budgets to create the wedding of your dreams.

Your wedding is a special day that will be cherished forever. Orland Chateau is honored to play a part in bringing your wedding day to life with our all-inclusive services to help you plan and prepare for an unforgettable event. From our private bridal suites to personalized catering fresh from our kitchen, Orland Chateau strives to deliver an experience where the only hitch you can expect is when your can finally say, "I do!"

The District is located in the historic memorial hall in downtown Richmond, IL. With is soaring wood ceiling and original brick walls, The District, built in 1907, combines classic American architecture with modern touches. A covered outdoor patio and private alley provide an outdoor oasis for a cocktail hour, small ceremony, or extension of the party.

Located in historical Logan Square Stan Mansion was nominated the most beautiful venue in Chicago. Stan Mansion is a BYOB venue with a grate list of vendors. The Ballroom will accommodate up to 300 guests for a sit-down event. Adjacent to the Main Ballroom you will find our Bar/Lounge area; this space is masculine yet romantic and the beautiful fireplace will remind you of Versailles palace. A lower level ballroom located on the 1st floor is the perfect backdrop for your Ceremony or Cocktail Hour. Exclusively yours one event at a time!

A boutique event space in the heart of Logan square. The venue features a mix of modern decor and eclectic energy. The exposed brick wall is equipped with professional picture-hanging wires. Spacious indoor is complemented by sophisticated outdoor with an ivy-covered wall and a water feature. The surround sound ceiling system will give you an option to skip a DJ altogether. Our classy style and artistic flair is perfect for your next event!

One of the most historic and romantic locations in Chicagoland! A true hidden gem! For more than a century, the Winnetka Community House has been playing host to some of the most beautiful events and weddings on the North Shore. Within the lovely grounds of the Community House, the Historic Garden provides a timeless setting for a magical wedding ceremony or an alfresco dinner. The blue stone and brick patio is framed by architectural brick columns, a Tudor style barn building, a charming pergola, and an iconic gothic wooden frame breezeway. Our indoor Garden Room features plenty of natural light, beautiful woodwork, ambient lighting, and offers a wide view of our beautifully landscaped garden through a wall of French doors.

With great pride, the Kenilworth Park District has preserved this community gem to be Chicago’s premier North Shore wedding and event venue. A location full of history and adoration, this Prairie-Style masterpiece was designed in 1907 by famed architect, George W. Maher and is a proud member of the National Register of Historic Places. Featuring an event capacity up to 200 for a seated dinner and 300 for a cocktail-style party, the Kenilworth Assembly Hall brings an elegant and intimate charm while allowing customization to make each event its own. Couples are encouraged to dream big and utilize all of our gorgeous indoor & outdoor spaces to make their wedding day dreams come true.

Pose Cultural Art Gallery is the Perfect location for an intimate ceremony, Toast off Mixers or any intimate event before or on your wedding day. Our Expose Brick venue with Art displayed from global pop artist is the perfect casual, relaxed vibe for your experience. We're a Byob venue. Bring your own cake or use our in house vendor, invite a few close loved ones and let's celebrate love here at Pose Cultural Art Gallery.

The Crystal Ballroom & Lounge — a perfect backdrop for a perfect event. Let us bring your vision to life! Located in the heart of vibrant downtown Evanston, The Crystal Ballroom & Lounge delivers the perfect venue for any special celebration. Let our newly restored event space take you beyond your wildest dreams. From our timeless décor to our sophisticated culinary approach, no detail is overlooked.

Located on Chicago’s Northside in the beautiful Edgewater neighborhood, our pristine vintage firehouse, filled with rich wood, modern subway tile, and shiny tin ceilings, is the ideal venue for your next event! Our intimate venue comfortably accommodates up to 120 guests. Host your ceremony or cocktail hour in our lush, green garden space, and enjoy dinner in our vintage, rustic Engine Room. With our personal, hands-on approach, including pre-planning and day-of coordination, Firehouse Chicago is the ideal, charming space for your guests to celebrate any occasion!

The Woman’s Club of Evanston is an ideal setting for your most special occasion. Our historic Clubhouse, built in 1912, exudes warmth and timeless elegance. On the first floor, the lovely Tea Room with sparkling chandeliers flows into the Music Room with one of our grand pianos. The Sun Porch can be used as a wedding suite or additional seating during cocktail hour, providing multiple settings for your friends and family to enjoy. The double staircase off the marble foyer leads to the dramatic Grand Ballroom, the perfect place for dinner and dancing. The Woman’s Club allows you to select a caterer from our broad list with various price ranges to accommodate your budget. Our caterers are very familiar with the Clubhouse assuring your event will run smoothly. Dinnerware, tables, chairs and other equipment needed to host your wedding are included.