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Updated Oct 14, 2024Rooftop Wedding Venues in Chicago for a Windy City Celebration
Yes, some include retractable roofs.
Whether you're looking to tie the knot during the spring, summer, or even during the fall or winter, you have many options for rooftop wedding venues in Chicago. Even though the average wedding cost in Chicago was $56,000 according to our 2023 Real Weddings Study, there are plenty of ways to plan a rooftop wedding in the Windy City while sticking to your budget (and being mindful of those hidden wedding venue costs).
Although we think you'll love the venues we list below, you can find additional rooftop wedding venues in Chicago on The Knot Vendor Marketplace by filtering by "venue type" and selecting "rooftop" after entering your marrying location. Read on for a list of Chicago rooftop venues for weddings where you can say "I do."
LondonHouse in Chicago, Illinois
Head to LondonHouse rooftop in Chicago for a wedding venue that's equally as romantic as it is picturesque. What makes this rooftop venue in Chicago stand out from others in the Windy City is its rooftop cupola, suitable for small wedding ceremonies with up to 10 people. That said, the rooftop cupola isn't the only rooftop space at this Chicago hotel. The hotel's additional rooftop area can accommodate up to 200 guests for an open-air celebration. From the moment you enter the venue to the second you leave, you'll see why this is one of the best rooftops in Chicago.
Boleo at The Kimpton Gray Hotel in Chicago, Illinois
The 15th floor of The Kimpton Gray Hotel in the Loop area is home to the Chicago rooftop bar, Boleo, perfect for small to medium-sized weddings with up to 250 guests. When you reserve this rooftop bar venue for your wedding, you'll have the opportunity to enjoy South American-inspired decor and Latin-influenced cocktails while taking in the city views (or stars at night) via its retractable glass roof.
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Cindy's Rooftop at Chicago Athletic Association Hotel in Chicago, Illinois
If tying the knot at one of the rooftop restaurants in Chicago is a non-negotiable, Cindy's Rooftop on the 13th floor of the Chicago Athletic Association Hotel has you covered (literally). With views of Millennium Park and Lake Michigan, you can celebrate with up to 150 guests across its more than 2,000 square feet of event space, which includes the open outdoor terrace, as well as outdoor and indoor fire pits and two bars. Don't forget to ask the wedding venue about how you can collaborate with their culinary team while restaurant wedding planning to bring your dream wedding menu to life.
Cerise in Chicago, Illinois
Celebrate your love at the Cerise rooftop in Chicago. This chic rooftop on the 26th floor of Virgin Hotels Chicago is best-suited for intimate, cocktail-style celebrations for up to 150 guests. Featuring colorful walls, disco balls and artwork, your guests will feel as though they stepped into the future. Don't forget to top off your day with some of their craft cocktails (or mocktails).
Nobu Chicago Rooftop at Nobu Hotel Chicago in Chicago, Illinois
Tie the knot at Nobu Chicago Rooftop at Nobu Hotel Chicago. This elevated rooftop is the ideal wedding venue for small and midsize weddings. Featuring lounge seating and a full bar area, you can host a cocktail reception here with between 100 and 120 of your closest friends and family.
The Gwen Hotel in Chicago, Illinois
The Gallery Terrace at The Gwen Hotel accommodates up to 75 guests for a completely outdoor celebration or up to 250 guests utilizing the adjoining Gallery Ballroom. When you host your wedding here, you get stunning views of the Michigan Avenue area and its surrounding skyscrapers. The space can also be transformed depending on whether you plan to use it to exchange vows, celebrate afterward or both. Plus, slightly more than half of the terrace is covered, which is helpful if inclement weather should happen to pass through the area.
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Twenty Six Chicago in Chicago, Illinois
For a Chicago rooftop wedding venue with a chic contemporary aesthetic in Chicago's River North neighborhood, Twenty Six Chicago is a solid pick. This rooftop venue is equipped with several modern conveniences you can take advantage of on your wedding day, including two bar areas, custom lounge furniture, hanging light fixtures and decorative plants. Say "I do" surrounded by an intimate group of your loved ones on the rooftop terrace before transforming the rest of the hybrid space for a reception with up to 70 guests.
The Penthouse Hyde Park in Chicago, Illinois
Celebrate your love at the art deco-inspired The Penthouse Hyde Park. As soon as you step inside this rooftop in Chicago, you'll feel as though you've stepped into the 1920s. You'll experience sweeping views of the city's north side along with Lake Michigan. Although the rooftop is the main attraction of this venue, it'd be remiss not to mention its 20-inch arched windows that provide views of the skyline. This venue can accommodate 150 guests for a seated dinner or 200 for a cocktail-style reception. Whatever you choose, you can rest assured that you and your guests will experience a combination of old-world elegance and contemporary charm.
theWit in Chicago, Illinois
If a rooftop wedding at a luxurious hotel in Chicago is what you seek, consider theWit. When you host your wedding at the newly remodeled ROOF on theWit, you'll celebrate from 27 stories above the Loop with views of the Riverwalk and Chicago Theater. Regardless of which wedding package you choose (especially if you're looking to save money on a wedding venue), you can expect elevated food (stations, entrees and more) in a high-tech atmosphere.
Morgan's on Fulton in Chicago, Illinois
As far as Chicago wedding venues (and rooftop wedding venues across the US) go, Morgan's on Fulton is a fan favorite (and three-time winner of The Knot Best of Weddings) for good reason. Located atop the city's Fulton Market, this Chicago rooftop venue offers two stories of indoor penthouse and outdoor rooftop celebration space for up to 250 guests (or 150 guests for a seated dinner). Regardless of the season, you can optimize the retractable four-season enclosure for your comfort on your wedding day.
National Hellenic Museum in Chicago, Illinois
When it comes to unique Chicago rooftop wedding venues, it's hard to go wrong with the National Hellenic Museum. Nestled in the city's heart, the 3,600 square-foot terrace offers sweeping views of Greektown (which can serve as the backdrop for your wedding photos). Although you can spend the entirety of your celebration on the contemporary and minimalist rooftop terrace containing three gardens, you can also celebrate indoors at the John P. Calamos, Sr. Great Hall with up to 225 guests.
Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel in Chicago, Illinois
For a Chicago rooftop wedding reception venue with views of the Loop, look no further than the Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel next to the Chicago River. This luxurious hotel offers an urban rooftop bar, Raised, for you to reserve to set the scene while exchanging vows at the core of the Windy City.
