Firehouse Chicago

indoor space as a backup plan in the event of inclement weather. Chicago in October can be kind of a gamble weather-wise. Firehouse Chicago is ready for anything. They have a tent at the ready, and they also offer standing heaters or tent heaters for an additional fee. (Lucky for us, we had a sunny, autumn Saturday so we only added on the standing heaters, like the ones you see on restaurant patios, and we were able to have our ceremony outside.) I highly recommend splurging on the bridal suite add-on. It was so great and relaxing getting ready in the same place as our ceremony/reception. A tip: If you want an outdoor ceremony, talk to your photographer about ceremony timing. We picked our ceremony start time based on our photographer's recommendations, with natural light in mind. Our only tiny regret: We wrongfully assumed we could rehearse at the venue the night before our wedding. There was a wedding the night before ours so we were unable to rehearse in the venue. If rehearsing in the venue the day or night before is important to you, ask about scheduling that before deciding on your wedding date.

ess so easy! She met with me multiple times, answered all of my questions, and helped to ease my worries about the big day. She truly cared about making sure everything went perfectly for us, and I had complete trust in her. We went with several vendors off Firehouse's preferred vendor list, which was wonderful because these people know the venue so well and can help calm your wedding planning nerves. This venue is so unique and different! We didn't want a "cookie cutter" banquet hall wedding and I'm so glad we decided to go with Firehouse. We had a cocktail style reception with Big Star catering from their food truck and everyone loved it! The venue was the perfect size for our 80 guests. We decorated with some greenery and floral, a few photos, and the Firehouse candle package - that's all you need! The venue is so beautiful on it's own, with it's creamy subway tile, reclaimed wood tables, and outdoor garden. It is truly a hidden gem in Chicago!! I would get married here every weekend if I could.

had to find a venue that I trusted 100% so that I could enjoy the most important day of my life. Firehouse nailed it. It was beyond anything I could have imagined. Everything was executed flawlessly. The reputation Firehouse has, and why we chose to have our wedding here, is earned to the last detail. I felt like I was in a fairytale. Paige, the venue director, made sure we got the wedding we wanted and we didn't lift a finger. The day was magical. The venue is so unique, it doesn't even need decor. We had flowers from Fab Flora (incredible) and table settings and signs from Fig (amazing) and that's all it needed. The space and the venue itself already has all the charm and unique pieces you need for a gorgeous wedding. Saved us a lot of money and time on DYI decorating or paying crazy prices for decor that isn't needed at this space. If you want vintage charm with some modern accents - this is the venue for you. Every person at our wedding could not get over the venue. It is both intimate and gives you room to breathe. It has indoor and outdoor spaces. It is renovated to be an event space with everything you need to pull off a comfortable and stylish event. I can't recommend the Firehouse enough. We live in the neighborhood and so it also spoke to us giving back to our community. Edgewater is a wonderful place to host people, with many more options for parking and still close to the trains for visitors to get downtown. Firehouse also has free parking for guests, which is a big bonus! We had rustic dining tables for dinner that Firehouse has included with the space, as well as bourbon barrels and hightops for outside. If you want to enjoy your wedding and save money on all the stuff that you usually have to rent to make a space work - Firehouse is the venue for you. I couldn't have imagined our wedding to be any more perfect. Every person at Firehouse is top notch and our guests are still texting us about how amazing it was one week later. Thank you Firehouse Chicago. Our wedding was truly magical and we wish we could do it again!

hatever you want! Amazing farmhouse tables and chairs already provided. Second - the venue coordinator, Paige, is fantastic! So sweet, so flexible - willing to do what she can to make your vision possible. We did not have a wedding coordinator, and it was definitely not needed in the end! If you're looking for a Chicago neighborhood wedding, this is your spot!

The outdoor patio/garden area is landscaped beautifully. I opted to rent the bridal suite to get ready in and it was relaxing and almost homey. Everything about our wedding day went off without a hitch because of our coordinator, Paige, who was so organized and relaxed that I really didn't need to worry about a thing. If I had some other event to plan, I would host it there in a heartbeat.

ever seemed to work so we decided to stay in Chicago. The space is beautiful overall, there lots of quirks and vintage charm, you can do a lot with the space BUT YOU DON'T HAVE TO! Literally, a few flowers and the candle package and let Paige do her thing and Voila! You have a beautiful ceremony and reception space. It feels cozy, but not to small and if you decide this Firehouse is your place, let me suggest Big Star Catering too. I've never received so many compliments about how chill, relaxed and fun our wedding was.

is truly magical. We held the ceremony outside there and the way the bride enters creates a truly unrivaled, unforgettable moment. It was intimate and romantic and elegant. The reception inside the firehouse was unique and absolutely beautiful. You can bring your own liquor, which can also save a lot. They were organized, honest, creative and professional. I could not give a more enthusiastic recommendation. LOVE this place!

a few venues and felt a little underwhelmed, but as soon as we laid eyes on Firehouse, we knew we had found the perfect fit! The building and garden are stunning just as they are, so there is hardly any décor work to do. That was a huge plus for us, because we didn't want to have to spend a lot of time or money on decorations! Paige, the venue director, and the rest of the staff were attentive, helpful, and knowledgeable throughout the entire planning process. They have an awesome list of vendors to choose from and had answers for all of our questions. We felt completely safe knowing that no matter what hiccups might come up, they would be able to handle things. The wedding day ran so smoothly, despite some weather-related curveballs, thanks to their expertise and flexibility. I highly recommend renting the bridal suite. It was so much fun to get ready in that beautiful space, and there was plenty of room for my family to hang out while we prepared for the day, along with my hairdresser and photographer. And you can't beat the convenience of simply walking downstairs to begin the ceremony! The weather was rainy and cool, so we had our ceremony indoors and set up the tent outside for the reception. At first, we were a little bummed that the weather wasn't cooperating with us, but now I'm so grateful that things turned out the way they did! We purchased the candle package, so the entire indoor space was filled with golden light and everything felt so warm and romantic. It was the perfect space to exchange our vows, and I don't think there was a dry eye in the house! The tent outdoors was absolutely gorgeous and somehow gave the night an extra fun, festive feeling. Throughout the evening, we received so many compliments on the space—that it was so beautiful and unique and unlike any other venue people had been in before. I literally cannot say enough good things about Firehouse. If we had it all to do over again, we would choose this place every. single. time.

d the Firehouse. It was the perfect size for our party (71), the yard is private, beautiful, and green in early July, and the interior is classy and effortlessly full of character with no additional decoration. The field tables were beautiful with just place settings and flowers, and really filled the room. The bride descended the stairs out back to walk down the aisle, we took our family photos against the towering wooden doors, and everybody loved s’mores around the gas firepit. Michelle was incredibly helpful and guided us through the entire event planning process in cooperation with our caterer - we felt in good hands all the way through, with all our questions answered early and all of our worries eased by pros. They orchestrated the flow of the evening smoothly and invisibly, guiding everyone from ceremony and cocktails outside, to dinner inside, to toasts outside, and back to dancing inside - it was perfect. The whole event went off without a hitch and we couldn’t be happier with the venue and our memories of the day. Sliding down the firepole in your wedding clothes is a hell of a way to start a life together. We highly recommend it and hope to have an excuse to book the Firehouse again some day.

ehouse we knew there was no need to look any further. The Firehouse isn't only amazing because of its character and beauty, but because it also comes with Michelle, the venue manager! She was an irreplaceable aspect of our wedding planning and the execution of our magical night. She was there for us every step of the way and made sure that everything we discussed and planned turned out even better than we could have imagined. If you are looking for the perfect place for your wedding or special event, look no further, Firehouse Chicago is the best around!