Explore venues in Near South Side, Chicago for your next event

VU Rooftop

VU skyward is a 13,000-square-foot concept located 22 stories high next door to McCormick Place. Here, you can enjoy an ingredient and locally-driven beverage program, top-notch noshing, and unparalleled views of the lake and downtown within a modern designed space.

McCormick Place

As North America’s premier convention facility, McCormick Place Convention Center is an ideal location for a wide variety of events. With multiple exhibit and meeting space options all connected under one roof, our space is designed to be flexible whether you are planning a convention, tradeshow, corporate meeting, consumer show or most any type of special function.We will work with our colleagues at Choose Chicago, the attached Hyatt Regency McCormick Place with 1,258 rooms, the Marriott Marquis Chicago with 1,205 rooms hotels plus our 4,188 seat Arie Crown Theater and 10,000 seat Wintrust Arena, to determine the appropriate contact on our expert team for a seamless event from start to finish.Within four buildings we have a combined total of 2.6 million square feet of exhibit space, 1.2 million square feet all on one level, making it the nation’s largest, and most flexible use convention center. We have 173 meeting rooms offering 600,000 square feet of space and 4 ballrooms ranging from 21,000 to 100,000 square feet.

Revel Motor Row

Built in 1936 and previously home to the Illinois Automobile Club and the Chicago Defender building, Revel Motor Row provides an impressive backdrop for any vision. The adjacent building and original home to the city's first Cadillac dealership adds flexible space to the campus.

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The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant

We have rebuilt! The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant is now open in the South Loop. Join us for classic and inventive American steakhouse fare. Our historic building, originally designed as a firehouse for Engine Company 104, is a designated Chicago Landmark.Plan your event in a historic landmark building. Originally built in 1905 and located in the South Loop at the corner of Michigan Avenue and 14th Street, The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant offers turn-of-the-century charm with a variety of unique settings to host your special event. Whether you are planning an intimate gathering, corporate meeting or a large celebration, The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant will help you find the perfect solution.The Mayor’s Room is equipped for small business meetings, the Veranda and Patio provide beautiful warm weather settings, and the Parlor Rooms create an elegant space for a wedding reception. Our Private Dining & Special Events Manager will help you plan a unique private dining event where Chicago history, great food, and elegant surroundings combine to create an unforgettable experience for you and your guests.

Fête Experience

At Fete Catering we offer a full range of catering services from private and corporate events to weddings and more. With over a decade of creating perfect experiences, we understand the importance of both customization and affordability. Our space offers an open floor plan of 1,750 square feet & high ceilings with a beautiful contemporary theme.

Mae District

Located on 21st street in Chicago's Motor Row District, Mae District is a profoundly historic yet adaptable 10,000 square foot space. The original exposed brick and steel beams of Mae District have set a standard by which all other event spaces are judged.

Hyatt Regency McCormick Place

Connected to the McCormick Place Convention Center, the hotel offers access to 500,000 square feet of event space, as well as over 63,000 square feet of intimate hotel space.Encompassing more than 63,000 square feet, Hyatt Regency McCormick Place offers large-scale event planning assistance, spacious venues, and stylish meeting facilities.Whether it’s a wedding or your company’s first face-to-face brainstorming session, Hyatt can help you create exceptional events that reflect the new world. Learn more about Together by Hyatt—our approach to bringing people together again, fueled by our purpose of care.

Marriott Marquis Chicago

Relax with a sophisticated stay at The Marriott Marquis Chicago, our hotel located near South downtown Chicago. Connected to McCormick Place, America's largest convention center, and just moments from many of Chicago's most celebrated destinations, our hotel is perfectly suited for both business and leisure travelers. Our downtown hotel offers several dining options. Take advantage of our fitness center. Plan your downtown meeting or wedding at our hotel to enjoy 90,000 square feet of creatively designed event space. Book our spectacular grand ballroom and our Level 33 venue, which features mesmerizing views of the Chicago cityscape. Make yourself comfortable after a day at McCormick Place in your ultra-modern, spacious hotel room or suite. All accommodations boast floor-to-ceiling windows, deluxe bedding, high-speed Wi-Fi access, a 55-inch flat-screen TV, a mini-fridge and a large workspace.