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The Congress Plaza Hotel

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

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $30,000 for off-peak dates, and $40,000 for peak dates

Catering services pricing

$155 per person for off-peak dates, with a minimum total spend of $25,000

Guest capacity

Up to 500 seated guests

About this venue

The Congress Plaza Hotel & Convention Center was originally designed and built in 1893 to accommodate visitors to the World’s Columbian Exposition. We have catered to our nation’s Presidents, foreign dignitaries, opera, stage and movie celebrities, and a multitude of conventions, business travelers. There are 871 guest accommodations, including 36 deluxe suites, many of which overlook the beautiful waters of Lake Michigan. Our convenient downtown location is a major attraction. The Art Institute of Chicago, Buckingham Fountain, Orchestra Hall, Shedd Aquarium, Adler Planetarium, shopping, restaurants and nightlife are all within walking distance, making Chicago’s lakefront one great promenade of wonderful things to see and do. The Gold Room, one of the most grand and historic ball rooms in Chicago. The Great Hall, this colossal room is perfect for a reception of 1200 or a Banquet for 553.

Seated guest capacity

50-500

Venue type

Ballrooms, Banquet Halls
Hotels, Inns, Resorts

Venue setting

Indoor

520 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605

Our event spaces

Gold Room

The Gold Room features a Renaissance-style interior that’s meant to impress. This majestic meeting space can host formal affairs with up to 400 guests, making it the go-to venue in Chicago for nearly 125 years.Whatever type of celebration you have planned, our venues are sure to please. Fun fact: the Gold Room was the first ballroom in America to use air-conditioning. If you're seeking downtown Chicago wedding venues with a view, you've come to the right place

Guest capacity

Up to 290 Seated

Up to 400 Standing

Guests often feel this space is

“Elegant and chic”

Florentine Room

Say " I Do!"

Exchange vows in the beautiful Florentine room, which can host up to 300 guests. For banquets, it can host up to 180, so prepare for a legendary reception. Our iconic location oversees Michigan Avenue and Grant Park, so you can enjoy panoramic views with the one you love most.

Guest capacity

Up to 300 Seated

Up to 400 Standing

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Room cost

$1,200.00 for ceremony ; $4,000.00 for Reception