The Wellsley

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The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $15,000

Guest capacity

Up to 250 seated guests

About this venue

The Wellsley provides a canvas for you to imagine the event of your dreams; an expansive and versatile space adorned with decor that seamlessly blends grandeur and charm. Boasting several large dining areas and a plush private cocktail bar, the space is perfect for celebratory moments. The first floor expands over 6,200 sq. feet including a full restaurant grade catering kitchen. Our grand Main Hall is a beautiful backdrop for a variety of events. The Main Hall can seat up to 150 guests, or host reception style events up to 300. Plush and moody, The Lounge creates a luxurious cocktail experience. Anchored by an impressive bar and supported by velvet covered seating on the perimeter, it is perfect for receptions style events. Easy luxury abounds with 7,700 sq. ft. of finely appointed interior space separated on two floors. Guests can mingle at up to 3 gorgeous bars (bars used for an event are dependent on booking footprint).

Seated guest capacity

  • 50-250

Venue type

  • Historic Estates, Mansions
  • Urban Locations

Venue setting

  • Indoor
504 N Wells St, CHICAGO, IL 60654

Our event spaces

Full Venue

Our grand Main Hall is a beautiful backdrop for a variety of events.

Easy luxury abounds with 7,700 sq. ft. of finely appointed interior space separated by two floors. Guests can mingle at up to 3 gorgeous bars (bars used for an event are dependent on booking footprint). Anchored by an impressive bar and supported by velvet-covered seating on the perimeter, it is perfect for reception-style events. The Atrium seats up to 52 and boasts a gorgeous private bar and large windows looking out onto Wells Street. The room can also be utilized for private receptions and pre-dinner cocktail space. ful backdrop for a variety of events. The Main Hall can seat up to 150 guests, or host reception-style events up to 300.

Guest capacity

Up to 300 Seated

Square footage

7,700

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Luxurious and chic

Guests often feel this space is

“Elegant”

Included in this room:

Boasting several large dining areas and a plush private cocktail bar, the space is perfect for celebratory moments. The first floor expands over 6,200 sq. feet including a full restaurant grade catering kitchen.

Full Venue

Our grand Main Hall is a beautiful backdrop for a variety of events.

Easy luxury abounds with 7,700 sq. ft. of finely appointed interior space separated by two floors. Guests can mingle at up to 3 gorgeous bars (bars used for an event are dependent on booking footprint). Anchored by an impressive bar and supported by velvet-covered seating on the perimeter, it is perfect for reception-style events. The Atrium seats up to 52 and boasts a gorgeous private bar and large windows looking out onto Wells Street. The room can also be utilized for private receptions and pre-dinner cocktail space. ful backdrop for a variety of events. The Main Hall can seat up to 150 guests, or host reception-style events up to 300.

Guest capacity

Up to 300 Seated

Square footage

7,700

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Luxurious and chic

Guests often feel this space is

“Elegant”

Included in this room:

Boasting several large dining areas and a plush private cocktail bar, the space is perfect for celebratory moments. The first floor expands over 6,200 sq. feet including a full restaurant grade catering kitchen.

Available services that can be provided by The Wellsley

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Catering services
  • Clean up
  • Event rentals
  • Event staff
  • Liability insurance
  • Service staff
  • Set up
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

Rentals

  • Barware

Reviews

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  • Highly Recommend

    •Verified review
    •Amanda•Oct 7, 2024

    We were one of the first to book the venue and they did not disappoint. What a fun space and excellent team. They were very accommodating and we would highly recommend this space and team.

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