Top 7 Intimate Micro Wedding Venues in Chicago
Planning your micro wedding in Chicago? If you’re trying to decide where to have your intimate wedding, you may feel overwhelmed with all of the options here in Chicago. That’s why we’ve created this list of our top 5 intimate micro wedding venues!
We love the following locations and what they offer for our Chicago couples. From outdoor spaces with lots of greenery to rooftops with views of the Chicago skyline, there’s something for everybody. So, if you are looking for the very best tiny wedding locations in Chicago, this is a great place to start!
Our Favorite Small Wedding Venues in Chicago For 50 Guests or Fewer
Big Delicious Planet
Their Urban Farm is the perfect setting for an intimate wedding in Chicago! As guests enter the farm, they walk through over 70 garden beds and are immediately drawn to their farm table under the pergola.
Ceremonies have taken place in different spots, but their lovely ivy wall is the most popular backdrop. Guests love to roam through the garden beds, exploring the organic crops that they’re growing for your meal.
Their Intimate Wedding packages include a 4-hour event in our Urban Farm or indoor event space, catering staff, a beautiful selection of rentals and linens, an incredible four-course farm-to-table meal, and all beverages.
Some of the menus have included more than two dozen of their own crops! They have two upgraded packages and plenty of extra options, such as wedding favors or additional time. They host groups of 16-42 guests for seated events and up to 65 guests with cocktail-style service.
(Photo Credit below from left to right: Madi Ellis, Iron + Honey)
The Charcoal Factory
Fifteen years ago, Stuart Grannen, the founder of the Chicago staple, Architectural Artifacts Inc., purchased an old Charcoal factory in the Lincoln Park neighborhood. He and an internationally acclaimed designer converted this incredible factory space into an AIA award-winning home. They kept as much of the original interior finishes to keep the integrity of the building.
Stuart began receiving requests for photoshoots and small parties, which led him to the conclusion that this space was too special to keep to himself! He has since decided to let others share in the joy of this architectural masterpiece.
If you're looking to host 15 guests for a dinner party or 60 of your closest family and friends for an intimate wedding, Charcoal Factory Lofts is a space like no other in Chicago!
Bixi Beer
Located in the heart of Logan Square, Bixi Beer is a modern brewpub, offering Korean, Chinese & Vietnamese-inspired cuisine plus house-brewed beer, infused with Asian flavors.
It has three different spaces to choose from for your Chicago Micro Wedding: the lounge (best suited for a guest list of 20 or fewer,) the green room (best suited for a guest list of 40 or fewer) or the second floor atrium (best suited for a guest list of 80 or fewer.)
The Dawson
Named a Best of the Best Venue 3 years running by Modern Luxury Weddings Chicago, The Dawson features multiple private and semi-private event spaces for parties of 12+. The Dawsons’ stunning, two-story foyer with its breathtaking grand staircase is the perfect first impression for your guests. And the custom tile and lighting, hand-crafted woodwork, abundant natural light, and an acclaimed courtyard make this River West gem a dream location for hosts and photographers alike.
Gibsons Rooftop
Gibsons Italia is a modern Italian steakhouse with exceptional views of the Chicago River and city skyline. Rooted in authentic Italian cooking and the superior steak tradition established at the iconic Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse, Gibsons Italia features the highest quality ingredients from around the globe, from gold-extruded pastas to a world-class tour of beef.
Their spacious and stunning roof deck offers panoramic views of the Chicago River and the city skyline, including a retractable roof and a beautiful fireplace for the colder months. Events will have an exclusive staff dedicated to creating a special experience and catering to all your needs from start to finish.
(Photo credit from left to right, Wren + Rose, Gibsons)
Botanico
Botanico is an enclosed rooftop garden nestled in the heart of Wicker Park. It’s decorated with Murano-style wall lamps, farmhouse dining tables, paintings from local artists, and lush tropical greenery. Its high ceilings and a wall-to-wall skylight, combined with a half-moon floor-to-ceiling window overlooking Division Street, make for the most beautiful light for wedding day photos!
For receptions, the venue can hold 50 seated guests or 75 standing guests. For ceremonies, the venue can hold 38 seated guests or 45 standing guests.
Homestead on the Roof
Homestead On The Roof is a cozy, tucked-away rooftop located above Roots Handmade Pizza in the heart of West Town. The magic of Homestead is its 85-seat outdoor rooftop patio with a full view of the L-shaped, 1,000 square foot rooftop garden overflowing with beautiful flowers, two massive vertical hanging gardens, and a decorative outdoor fireplace.
You'll also have access to their interior space complemented by natural birch wallpaper, rustic handcrafted tables, and intricate terrariums.
(Right photo credit: Jill Tiongco)
What To Remember When Choosing Your Chicago Micro Wedding Venue
Size and Intimacy: Choose a venue that provides an intimate setting, allowing you to create a cozy atmosphere, unique to you, with your closest friends and family.
Location and Vibe: Consider the Chicago neighborhood and overall vibe of the venue to ensure it aligns with your dream micro wedding and is easily accessible for guests.
Flexibility and Amenities: Look for venues that offer flexible layouts and essential amenities to simplify your planning process (we can help you with this!).
Interested in hosting your micro wedding at one of these beautiful, local Chicago venues? We’d love to help you! Fill out the contact form on our website and someone will get back to you with more information!
The Tiny Wedding Collective offers all-inclusive elopement and intimate wedding planning services for Chicago, Washington DC, Northern Virginia and Baltimore, Maryland. A Tiny Wedding is for couples who want to celebrate their commitment in a thoughtful, stylish way but don’t want the stress and fanfare of a big, expensive wedding. Not all couples fit inside the same traditional box and it’s time that we make space for inclusivity, diversity, and creativity. To find out more about what it’s like to work with us, please fill out our contact form here.