About this vendor
With breathtaking skyline views, the Adler Planetarium is a unique and memorable venue for your private event. Whether an event seated for 50 or a reception for 1,200, your guests will be dazzled by everything the Adler has to offer.
For wedding inquiries, please visit us at https://www.adlerplanetarium.org/private-events/private-events-inquiry/
Amenities + details
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Outdoor Event Space
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Wireless Internet
Settings
- Beach
- Waterfront
- Museum
Venue Service Offerings
- Food & Catering
Awards and Affiliations
3-Time 'Best of Weddings'
2023.2019.2013.
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Hands down coolest wedding venue I’ve been to. It caters to a range of ages. The backdrop of the Chicago skyline is breathtaking! The designated catering company is also great to w...
ork with and the food is delicious!
Adler and Food For Thought made our dreams come true! I cannot say enough wonderful things about Dana. She went above and beyond to ensure I had the wedding of my dreams. From day ...
one, she was organized, thoughtful, and incredibly supportive. She walked us through schedules and timelines, anticipated needs before we even knew we had them, and stepped in whenever communication or coordination with vendors was needed.
Dana was the calm in the chaos and the backbone of our entire day. She handled every detail flawlessly and made us feel so taken care of every step of the way. Our wedding truly wouldn’t have been possible without her dedication, professionalism, and heart.
She is amazing, and we are endlessly grateful!
If you’re lucky enough to work with Dana, you’re in the best hands imaginable.
This venue really speaks for itself, absolutely stunning. We booked one of the last weekends with an outdoor cocktail hour (9/12) and the timing of the sun was perfect - sunset cer...
emony, golden hour cocktails, then inside for reception. The ceremony couldn't start until 6:30pm to give vendors time to set up after the planetarium had closed for the day. They do however allow you to extend until 1am, which saved us booking an after party. You will be required to use Food For Thought caterers, and their coordinator will also serve as the venue coordinator. We had 165 guests and 17 10-person rounds in the space. Overall a very professional team and beautiful venue.
Adler Planetarium is such a beautiful place to have a wedding. Being a Chicago couple who loves space, it was the perfect place for my husband and I to have our wedding! The Chicag...
o Skyline view from the Planetarium is my favorite view of Chicago so I was so happy to find out I could get married in front of it! From the moment we toured the venue, we knew it would be such a unique, beautiful spot to have a wedding. Coordinating with the Planetarium events staff was very easy. The only few complaints I have is that the venue has a linked caterer you have to use for events, Food for Thought. They are a good caterer, but pretty expensive, therefore I don’t recommend this space for an event of 150-200+ people unless you are alright with paying over 50k. As well as that, the staff working the event ended up throwing out some of our decor when they were cleaning up - which was VERY disappointing. I had paid a lot of money for the wedding cake topper, disposable cameras on each table, and other wedding related items we wanted to keep forever. Some of the guests had to stop the event staff from throwing some of these items out, but it was already too late for a lot of the things we wanted to keep. Finally, this venue can only start events at 6pm, so it’s the perfect place if you are okay with a late wedding. Our event ended at 12:30am, and though we were told our guests would have time to leave gradually past 12:30am, it seemed like some of the staff was kicking our guests out of the building as soon as 12:30am hit. This was a bit upsetting. Overall, this venue is so beautiful, has amazing views of Chicago, and even lets your guest explore the planetarium during the event. The only minor issues we experienced were with the staff, rather than the location itself.
Venue and Team: Obviously, Adler Planetarium is a beautiful location with all the potential for stunning weddings. My husband and I love Chicago, so the planetarium was the perfect...
place to capture our moment with skyline views, beautiful glass interiors, and the aqua colors of Lake Michigan. But what really makes Adler worth the price is the team. We worked primarily with Lauren through the planning, and she knew the answers to every question we had - logistics, insurance, guests, vendors. She was always quick to answer and super organized. We had no major hiccups. HOWEVER, it was a bit confusing for some guests on arrival. Some guests did not know where to enter the building. For the price of the venue, they should really step up that aspect and provide better signage. Also, Because the venue has to abide by very strict fire safety codes and building codes, we were not allowed to light the tall candles at the indoor ceremony altar space because they were on the floor. So, my suggestion is to give all details from vendors to Adler so that this can be avoided. But this was such an insignificant thing that was vastly overshadowed by all the wonderful, positive things from the initial booking to the end of the wedding.
Food For Thought: The food was excellent - the Chilean sea bass was flaky, buttery, and perfectly cooked. The beef short rib was rich and flavorful. Guests loved the appetizers! FFT put together a custom menu based on our preferences and vision for the night. Initially, we were skeptical of FFT because our experience with catering companies is not superb. We are huge foodies and food was a deciding factor in our decision. We were not able to try FFT’s food before committing to the contract so it was a step of faith. But, we were supremely happy with the quality, diversity of flavors, and great textures. After committing to the contract, we were able to try the entire menu a few months before the wedding and make edits and suggestions. We wanted a little bit of Asian fusion and FFT did a very good job. The appetizers were unique and received so many compliments. The main dishes were very satisfying. Overall, Adler is worth the price and booking if it is in your budget. It is truly a one-of-a-kind venue.
I had the great pleasure of coordinating a wedding this past weekend at the Adler Planetarium, and the experience was nothing short of stunning. The combination of its breathtakin...
g architectural presence and views made the celebration truly unforgettable.
Our caterer, Food For Thought, delivered a fabulous performance at every turn. The food was delicious, beautifully presented, and the entire setup—with elegant florals, chargers, gold silverware, and gold-rimmed dinnerware—elevated the room’s ambiance to something out of a fairytale. Equally noteworthy was the stellar service: Annie and Lucas were exceptional from start to finish, and their team’s professionalism ensured that our clients felt like royalty.
A heartfelt thank you to Food For Thought for orchestrating another spectacular wedding at the Adler Planetarium. Your dedication to excellence and eye for detail made this event shine.
We held our wedding at Adler this spring and had a wonderful experience. The venue is really beautiful and unusual, and Diana, our main contact, was extremely responsive, knowledge...
able, and patient with all of our myriad questions! The team was really professional and the whole night went very smoothly. We spent the last hour of the night dancing in the Sky Theater with projections of stars and planets on the dome, which our guests absolutely went crazy for.
Held our daughter's wedding ceremony and reception at Adler last weekend. Truly unique and beautiful venue with the Chicago skyline and Lake Michigan as the backdrop. The Adler s...
taff were amazing, nailed the details and worked diligently throughout sporadic rain pours to keep the ceremony outdoors. Highly recommend Adler for an exceptional wedding experience that your guests will talk about for years!
Adler was absolutely phenomenal. We could not have asked for a better experience, they had everything organized down to every single detail. It was so well put together and so beau...
tiful. We felt like we were dreaming the entire day with how it all came together. I cannot recommend them enough and their team is just OUTSTANDING. Annie and Lauren especially! The food is also wonderful through their caterer Food for Thought!
If you’re looking for the perfect Chicago city wedding venue, Adler is it!!! You can’t beat the beautiful glass room with amazing views of the lake and skyline. The staff was amazi...
ng and truly provided the wedding of our dreams. The food was DELICIOUS, highly recommend the salmon. beef medallions, and ricotta gnocchi. Everything about the day was absolute perfection and our guests had a blast. Thank you Adler!!
As a seasoned wedding planner with over 20 years of experience working with well-known properties in Chicago, I have certain expectations when it comes to venue management and coor...
dination. Lauren, Annie, and the entire team at the Adler not only met these expectations but exceeded them in every way possible.
From the very beginning, the staff was incredibly accommodating and always willing to help. Their attention to detail and commitment to excellence made the entire planning process seamless and stress-free. The loading-in process, which can often be a hassle, was an absolute breeze thanks to their efficient and organized approach.
The Adler team demonstrated exceptional professionalism and hospitality throughout the event. Their proactive attitude and willingness to go above and beyond ensured that every aspect of the wedding was executed flawlessly. The quality of service provided was outstanding, and the venue itself was impeccably maintained and stunningly presented.
I cannot express enough how wonderful the entire experience was. It was truly a pleasure to work with such a dedicated and talented team. I eagerly look forward to planning future events at the Adler and highly recommend Lauren, Annie, and the rest of the team for anyone seeking an extraordinary venue with exceptional service.
Thank you for making our event unforgettable!
Shaun Rajah
Owner & Principal Planner
Events by Shaun Rajah
I recently had the pleasure of planning a wedding at the Adler Planetarium on May 11, 2024, and I cannot recommend this venue enough. My clients had their hearts set on an outdoor ...
ceremony, but given the unpredictable Chicago weather in May, they weren't sure if it would be possible. Fortunately, the weather was perfect that day, allowing them to have their dream wedding with stunning views of the Chicago skyline and Lake Michigan.
The Adler Planetarium boasts the best views of any venue in the city. However, what truly sets it apart and keeps it consistently booked is the exceptional service provided by the Food For Thought team, led by Annie DeKock. Their meticulous attention to detail and commitment to excellence ensure that every aspect of the wedding day is flawless.
The staff's professionalism is unparalleled. They anticipate every need and handle all logistics seamlessly, allowing couples and their guests to fully enjoy the day. The food was exquisite, receiving high praise from everyone in attendance.
If you're looking for a wedding venue that combines breathtaking views with top-notch service and delicious cuisine, do not hesitate to book the Adler Planetarium. Your special day will be in the best hands, guaranteeing a memorable and stress-free experience.
From start to finish, working with Dana was an absolute pleasure! Her professionalism, knowledge and dedication ensured that every aspect of our reception at the Adler Planetarium...
was perfect! She and Food For Thought played a vital part in creating the wedding of our dreams!
We loved working with Annie and Food For Thought! She was friendly, responsive, and accommodating, and Food For Thought executed the eclectic menu we wanted -- a menu of all Asian ...
food (Thai, Japanese, and Korean buffet stations). Everyone loved the food and could not stop raving about it afterwards!
The adler provided an absolutely memorable venue for our wedding. The planning and support they provided was nothing short of fantastic, and the venue itself was gorgeous. Everyone...
who showed up was in nothing short of awe at how special the experience was.
Gorgeous views you really can't beat, and Annie from Food For Thought was incredible to work with! Not one thing went wrong, not one thing was missing on our wedding day thanks to ...
Annie and their team here.
Having our wedding at the Adler Planetarium was nothing short of a magical experience. Annie & Lauren made the planning fun and they assisted in bringing my partner and I's vision ...
to life. The venue was stunning, the food was out of this world and I could not have dreamed on a better place to have my wedding!
Throughout the planning, booking, and execution of our wedding, one vendor stood out above the rest. Diana Streit and her team made sure that we felt prioritized from the second we...
met them. They had a wonderful catered tasting ready for us at their test kitchen. They were prompt in communications. They ensured that all of the food options met our guests' needs. They did a wonderful job managing our venue space. Their servers made the meal feel elegant, rather than catered. But above all else, Diana personally made sure that me and my wife felt taken care of, including helping us with other troublesome vendors. I would highly recommend FFT to anyone booking a wedding in Chicago. 5 star experience.
The benefit of getting married at Adler is the uniqueness, people will remember all the "Wow" factors for many years.
Our guests and us (~150) loved the beautiful skyline views. ...
We got married May 6th, 2023, and while the weather was a source of anxiety, the weather turned out perfect. We got married right around golden hour, with sunlight peaking through wavy clouds and the lake and skyline looking mesmerizing. Cocktail hour on the steps worked very well and allowed guests to continue to take in the sweeping views. The space inside looks amazing and they do a great job with the set up and uplighting.
We almost didn't add the Grainger sky theatre on for the last 1.5 hours of dancing but boy am I glad we did!! People were absolutely floored by it, well worth the money and something people will be talking about for a long time. It also offers a bigger dance floor than the one in the main room.
All in all, what a great experience. Getting married at Adler is a dream!
We loved working with FFT for our event! They brought unique and fun ideas to make our evening better, their flexibility and kindness was unmatched during the planning process, and...
they were a joy to work with the night of. Would highly recommend!
This venue was everything I was looking for! It has the best view in the city, and having an outdoor ceremony at sunset turned out beautifully! I wanted to make sure the space I pi...
cked for my wedding had a good plan A and B space in case of rain. The Adler space is all glass inside, also overlooking the city, so it was perfect. I love the venue space and was able to have a variety of seating options inside to fit my cocktail style reception including large rounds, small rounds, high tops, lounge furniture, etc.. Their new large dance floor was fully packed as we danced all night...I highly recomend this gorgeous venue!
Our wedding at the Adler was magical! Our wedding was about 70 people, which is probably the smallest you could reasonably do in such a large venue that can hold upwards of 200 peo...
ple. We had perfect weather for an evening wedding. They section off the outdoor area after closing time and everything was set up with plenty of time to spare. Cocktail hour was split between the Welcome Gallery and outside with high tables. The dinner and dance floor in the main area. Each stage of the wedding felt like a new event and it all worked seamlessly. We worked with Dana from Food For Thought, who did a wonderful job making everything run smoothly. The staging area for the ceremony is a little underwhelming in a conference room, but ultimately it was clean and quiet. Pictures from the wedding night were amazing, you literally cannot beat the city view from the Adler. Stunning both during the evening and late night. We got compliments throughout the night about the venue. Wonderful experience.
As soon as we got engaged, we knew we wanted an unforgettable venue. We explored many options but once we got Adler Planetarium in our heads, there was no way we could consider any...
other venue. We worked alongside Food For Thought Catering throughout the entire process: wedding date inquiring & scheduling, day-of itinerary, venue site visits, menu planning, floor plans, and day-of execution. Food For Thought is AMAZING, and we can see why they are the exclusive caterer and coordinator for Adler. Adler was GORGEOUS and everything we hoped it would be. Since Adler is quite big, we were a little worried that the layout would be confusing for our 130 guests, but everything ran smoothly. There was enough signage, and we had ushers to help our guests get acquainted with the space before the 6:30 PM ceremony. Adler was not available to us until the museum closed for the day, but the timing was perfect because our ceremony happened during sunset & golden hour. We also had beautiful blue hour and nighttime photo ops, especially with the lake and skyline. Our photographer and videographer got some amazing shots both inside and outside the building - at least, based on the teasers our photographer John Foley showed us. We reserved the Grainger Sky Theater for our cocktail hour and added on the moon projection; it was definitely a showstopper with lots of "ooohs" and "aahs" from everyone! Security and staff members (coordinators, servers, bartenders) were friendly, accommodating, and extremely helpful to both us and our vendors. We highly recommend booking Adler and Food For Thought!
It's such a unique venue in Chicago with the skyline and the lake as the backdrop. Our guests were in awe! The catering (Food for Thought) is very professional and efficient, with ...
seamless execution. The preparation process was smooth. We had a great and unforgettable special day and our guest enjoyed the food and had a great time (they could not stop talking about the deserts!)
We had our Indian wedding reception at Adler Planetarium over Memorial Day Weekend in 2022. Our experience working with the Adler/FFT team was very positive. They were responsive t...
o all of our questions and requests throughout our planning process and even allowed us to push our date due to COVID without any difficulty.
Coldplay ended up having a concert at Soldier Field the very same night so we were worried about getting our guests to Adler on time for our event. The Adler team was extremely communicative and transparent with us on how to best handle the situation and helped to ease our stress as well as ensure that our guests arrived safely and on time.
The tasting experience was also great. The presentation of the food was exactly the same as the tasting which we appreciated. Our ONLY issue was that on the day of the event, the food seemed to run out quickly at each table and some of our guests did not get to try each dish that we selected as it was a family style dinner. Our recommendation would be to refill dishes or provide more of each dish if possible!
On the day of, everything was exactly what we hoped for. We simply showed up and were absolutely blown away at how beautifully the venue was set up. Everything went off without a hitch thanks to Annie and her team! We appreciate everything that they did for us to make our event truly the best night of our lives!
Truly the best venue and planning team to work with! The Adler provided a stunning backdrop for our wedding. You cannot beat that view of the Chicago skyline. Even better was the F...
ood for Thought team we worked with throughout the planning process who helped to transform the venue into a fairy tale like atmosphere. And the food that was provided was probably the best I've ever had from a wedding caterer. Our guests could not stop raving about that. I'd recommend the Adler venue and Food for Thought team in a heartbeat to any couple planning their wedding.
We recently held our wedding at Adler and it was an incredible experience!! Everyone we worked with was so helpful, friendly and professional and the space was absolutely stunning....
Can't recommend this enough!
Adler was a fabulous venue for our winter wedding. The food was excellent and the service was out of this world. I'm talking about bartenders who knew preferred drinks and servers ...
who delivered them when they saw a drink getting low. I cannot say enough positive things about the staff and those who helped us with all the planning leading up to the big day. The skyline view speaks for itself!
The Adler was a spectacular venue for our wedding. You cannot beat the city views from here. Even if you have to move indoors the abundance of windows makes this place spectacular....
Annie was great to work with and helped us deal with rescheduling our covid wedding. Would highly recommend!
Adler Planetarium is a BEAUTIFUL venue for a wedding! Our guests had a fabulous time and Food For Thought was great to work with. Multiple guests commented on how their meals were ...
delicious, served hot, and the service was excellent. Elyssa is a great Event Day Coordinator. She could not have been more prompt and helpful throughout the process. Anytime I had a question she responded very promptly and her timelines and recommendations made the planning process go as smoothly as possible. I would definitely recommend Adler and Food for Thought to friends!
Amazing venue! The rooms for dinner and cocktails, the decor, and the views of the city were better than we ever imagined. Elyssa was so easy to work with and super fun and profess...
ional. Everyone had a blast!!
We used Adler Planetarium for a September 2020 wedding. While our wedding was much smaller than we originally planned, having it at the Adler was perfect. The staff was kind and ma...
de us feel safe with COVID precautions. The views are insane no matter where you are in the space. Food For Thought was also incredible to work with and the food was delicious. 10/10 recommend!
As a venue, you can't beat it. It has such an incredible view of the city skyline, and the reception area and welcome gallery are interesting and exciting on their own, without the...
need for much decoration.
We lucked out with the weather and were able to have our ceremony outside, and they did a nice job keeping non-wedding guests out of the way (it is a public space) and we didn't even notice if anyone else was around.
We couldn't have imagined a better place for our wedding and are so happy with the way things turned out.
Our Adler liaison for Food For Thought (the catering company Adler works with), Annie, was extremely helpful during the whole process. She met with us multiple times, was very honest and didn't push anything on us, made sure everything went smoothly on the day, and really made it stress-free for us. She is great to work with and we would highly recommend asking for her if you decide to have your wedding at Adler!
Side-note: we also looked at Theater on the Lake, which has a view of the skyline as well. It is smaller and doesn't offer as much, and is more expensive. You definitely get more bang-for-your-buck at Adler. Totally worth it!
I truly don't think words will do this review justice. I knew I wanted to get married here long before my now husband proposed. The views are spectacular and I wanted to have as cl...
ose to a beach wedding in Chicago as I could get. Elyssa at FFT coordinated everything so perfectly for us. I never had to worry about a single thing (except Chicago weather in May which turned out so beautifully, much to my surprise!). I wish I could give so many more stars because the venue and the staff deserve it. It is so worth the price tag and all of our guests were so amazed. The added telescopes and signature drinks were so fun and it felt like an evening out of this world. I truly don't think you can get any better in Chicago.
The most beautiful view of the city!! I knew I wanted this vendor in particular since the lake and skyline make it unforgettable. Guests who don't like dancing might also like look...
ing at the open exhibits instead.
The Adler Planetarium is an amazing venue for a wedding. Our guests are still talking about it and would like to do it again! If you can, don't hesitate, it is magical
The best wedding venue that you could ever dreamed of, the view is priceless! The best wedding venue that you could ever dreamed of, the view is priceless
Everything at the Planetarium was above and beyond what we could have imagined! Could not have asked for a better place to celebrate our marriage! Everything at the Planetarium was...
above and beyond what we could have imagined! Could not have asked for a better place to celebrate our marriage!
My husband and I had our September wedding reception at the Adler Planetarium. It could not have been a more perfect venue to show off the beautiful city of Chicago. Our guests f...
rom both out of town and from Chicago all raved about how fabulous the view and the event space are. Anna Ditton and Food for Thought provided the best food we have had at a wedding. Working with Anna was the best - she's easy to talk to and can give honest feed back about what works and does not when trying to stick to a wedding budget. Her helpful hints made our wedding even more than we could have imagined it to be. Working with her is like working with a good friend! No question is too silly to ask! We cannot recommend the Adler and FFT Catering/Anna enough for an event to remember.
We were so pleased with our choice of Adler Planetarium/Food For Thought catering. The Planetarium provides the best view in Chicago, and Food For Thought provided great food and ...
professional coordination of all of the many details which they handle. They were very responsive all through the process. When the wedding day came, they were most efficient. Service and food were outstanding. They made it all look easy!
My husband and I had our wedding reception at the Adler Planetarium, where Food For Thought is the exclusive vendor. We are so happy we were able to utilize them as the service of ...
the staff, the setup of the room, and the food were all incredible. We never could have imagined that our wedding would be so perfect and FFT was the main reason for that. Working with Elyssa as our FFT sales consultant she made the entire process as easy as possible for us, providing us with help tips and suggestions in order to make sure our wedding was what we had hoped for. We can't thank FFT and Elyssa enough for making our special day even more special then we could have ever imagined. We would definitely recommend the Adler Planetarium and FFT for anyone's reception/catering needs!
The Adler Planetarium was our dream venue. It was where we wanted the wedding. Period. So the fact that they were so accommodating and easy to work with was a total added bonus. Fr...
om day one, Anna Ditton was helpful, fun and always available to answer any question big and small. Food For Thought catering was delicious, just as we had heard from others. We were lucky enough to have our ceremony outside, as well as cocktails and then the reception in the Skyline Solarium which had our guests raving (they are STILL raving). Then to top everything off, we finished the night with an amazing afterparty in the Sky Theater, or Rave Dome as my friends now call it, with lights like you have never seen. I tear up thinking about how absolutely perfect and easy everything was. From start to finish, outside to inside the evening had a great flow and awesome energy. Adler and Anna made our dream come true.
Our daughters wedding was simply flawless from beginning to end. The Adler and Foor for Thought made the day beyond amazing. From the transformation of the Cafe to a stunning event...
space, the Adler staff and most importantly, the Food for Thought staff worked seamlessly. The room was stunning, the food incredible, and the staff hardworking professionals.
Our contact, Anna Ditton, with Food for Thought, made one of the biggest events of our lives, more perfect than we could have imagined. Truly magical.
I had an amazing wedding! The food, service and space was all incredible and our guests had an unforgettable time (I may be a little biased). Having an outdoor cocktail hour with s...
kyline view was fantastic, and the glass room facing the lake was unique. There was an event at Soldier Field so there were extra fees with parking and buses and we had to hire a lighting company; but if it's in your budget- I'd recommend it! Chris and the Food for Thought team worked hard to help me have a wonderful day.
I know I'm biased, but the Adler Planetarium is THE wedding venue in Chicago. NO WHERE ELSE has their view of the city skyline - it is truly special and unique. We will cherish our...
memories here forever. Book with the Adler if you are able to, no question.
Food for Thought acts as both the venue coordinator and the caterer, and they are incredible. Pricey, yes... but worth it! Elyssa from FFT is amazing and worked with us to create the most beautiful day. The FFT food was incredible, and the drinks were flowing all night - their staff created a truly seamless experience. And people are still talking about our appetizers/hors d'oeuvres! I promise you will not regret hosting a wedding at the Adler Planetarium.
Elayna & John 5.5.18
Our wedding day was amazing and we were thrilled with the venue itself. However, we had multiple complaints from our guests regarding the security crew at Adler the day of the even...
t. After the first complaint, I thought perhaps my guests just wanted to complain but then I received many more in the days after the wedding. I even had my own issue with the security team a couple days before the wedding when I dropped off the decorations. I didn't mind my own incident but I was very upset when I heard my guests were treated so poorly and practically like criminals in a space meant to be enjoyed. Very disappointing!
Adler is seriously the dream wedding venue for anyone getting married in Chicago! The view is just breathtaking and seeing our ceremony pictures come back with the skyline and lak...
e in the backdrop…it’s stunning. Our guests were simply in awe and it was so fun to see probably half of them change their own Facebook profile pictures to ones from our wedding! Café Galileo was an easy room to transform and they didn’t have a lot of the restrictions other venues in Chicago do, which was an added bonus. Plus, you get to work with Anna Ditton (event coordinator) and Food For Thought Catering, who work tirelessly to make the night perfect (reviewed them separately under Food for Thought). This was by far the best decision we made for our wedding and I promise you won’t be disappointed!
We got married April 2016. The venue itself is so so so stunning....Several of our guest loved it! We even rented the dome room to have our cocktails there and that was the big WOW...
factor. The room was so amazing with the moon and stars on the ceiling! The food is very good and fft does a great job on the presentation of the food. We worked with MDM to bring in up lighting in the room which gives it an added dramatic affect! Overall the venue was great. My biggest complaint was that the main girl we worked with all throughout the process and all the email exchanges and in the final walk through was not there!! She also did not notify our wedding planner or parents of the bride. We had several things that were not executed and not completed during the night because of her absence. In picking this venue Make SURE whoever you are working with will be at your event that night!!! Also make sure you emphasize that whoever is doing your event gets introduced to you in the beginning of the night... (bride and groom) and the parents of the bride and grooms so when you have questions you know who to go to and are not wondering around looking for them and missing the main event...the wedding.....Extremely important!!
My only gripe, and really ONLY is that you do have to pay to transform the space. It doesn't take much and it beats the heck out of getting married in ANOTHER banquet hall in a ho...
tel somewhere. The views are spectacular. If you're lucky enough to have your ceremony outside (thanks to the weather) it will truly make for INCREDIBLE shots and memories that will surely last a lifetime. It is bar-none the best view in the city, and I know I am bias, but 100% the best venue in Chicago.
We were recently married here and it was absolutely beautiful! The skyline is the perfect backdrop for a Chicago wedding. The food (you must use Food for Thought) was excellent a...
nd Anna was so great to work with! We can be a tough crowd with the food and they surpassed my expectations. We had cocktail hour outside for sunset, and then moved into the cafe for dinner and dancing. It was the perfect mix of outside/inside with us being able to use the terrace as well. We could not have asked for a more perfect place, AND my champagne flute was never less than half full! :) (I wish I could remember the gentleman's name that made that happen I would like to give a "shout out" to him.)
Contact
1300 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL
Adler Planetarium