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Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel
Guest capacity
Up to 740 seated guests
About this venue
Celebrate your special day and forge unforgettable moments with a captivating wedding and reception in the heart of downtown Chicago. Our prime location offers breathtaking views of the picturesque Chicago River, granting unparalleled access to the city's finest attractions, renowned restaurants, and vibrant shops. Treat your guests to an extraordinary experience, where the essence of Chicago becomes an integral part of your cherished memories.
Our event spaces
Looking Glass Ballroom
Stunning views of Downtown Chicago for your big day.
This space features extra large windows for optimal lighting and views of the beautiful Chicago River and cityscape.
Guest capacity
Up to 110 Seated
Up to 240 Standing
Square footage
4,032
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
Grand Ballroom
Experience a day to cherish forever!
Spread across the second floor is our elegant Grand Ballroom featuring 10,640 square feet of space which can be divided into 6 sections and can accommodate up to 600 for business meetings, and an expansive pre-function area.
Guest capacity
Up to 1100 Seated
Square footage
10,640
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
Cloud Gate Ballroom
Awe event guests in our venue with floor-to-ceiling windows and stunning views of the Chicago River
Throughout the third floor, including the Cloud Gate Ballroom and breakout space, your group with relish in the awe-inspiring views. In particular, the Looking Glass Ballroom and Urban Blue showcase the sites of the Chicago River and downtown Chicago, allowing the presence of natural light to keep you energized.
Guest capacity
Up to 100 Seated
Up to 80 Standing
Square footage
1,235
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party
Looking Glass Ballroom
Stunning views of Downtown Chicago for your big day.
This space features extra large windows for optimal lighting and views of the beautiful Chicago River and cityscape.
Guest capacity
Up to 110 Seated
Up to 240 Standing
Square footage
4,032
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
Grand Ballroom
Experience a day to cherish forever!
Spread across the second floor is our elegant Grand Ballroom featuring 10,640 square feet of space which can be divided into 6 sections and can accommodate up to 600 for business meetings, and an expansive pre-function area.
Guest capacity
Up to 1100 Seated
Square footage
10,640
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
Cloud Gate Ballroom
Awe event guests in our venue with floor-to-ceiling windows and stunning views of the Chicago River
Throughout the third floor, including the Cloud Gate Ballroom and breakout space, your group with relish in the awe-inspiring views. In particular, the Looking Glass Ballroom and Urban Blue showcase the sites of the Chicago River and downtown Chicago, allowing the presence of natural light to keep you energized.
Guest capacity
Up to 100 Seated
Up to 80 Standing
Square footage
1,235
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party
Available services that can be provided by Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel
Services & amenities
- Bar services
- Catering services
- Clean up
- Dance floor
- Dressing room / Bridal Suite
- Event coordinator
- Event rentals
- Event staff
- Lighting/Sound
- On-site accommodations
- Pet friendly
- Service staff
- Set up
- Wedding cake services
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wifi
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