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We had such a wonderful experience with Ovation! From start to finish, they were smooth to work with and made the whole planning process so much easier. Their all-inclusive pricing...
was straightforward and took a lot of stress out of coordinating different pieces. The Rolls-Royce was an amazing value add. They also were able to provide vendor recommendations when asked and having vendors who have worked in the space before was a plus. The venue itself is absolutely beautiful and created the perfect backdrop for our wedding. On the big day, the staff went above and beyond—everyone was so professional, attentive, and kind, which made everything run seamlessly. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to celebrate! Thank you Spencer and Vicki!
I had my wedding here recently. Let me starts by saying the venue itself is very pretty, industrial chic, you don’t really need to decorate much.
Our wedding felt forgotten. Our D...
J wasn’t assigned to us until the week of our wedding. Communication was difficult. When we confronted them about the poor communication, we were immediately confronted with attitude from one of the owners. Our wedding felt forgotten, it felt like a nightmare. The DJ did his best despite being assigned to us last minute. It wasn’t perfect but we can’t be upset with what he had to work either.
We recently celebrated our wedding at Ovation, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience! From the start, the team at Ovation (Nicole and Cydnei) displayed a high level of pro...
fessionalism, handling every detail with care and attention. They were responsive, organized, and truly dedicated to ensuring that our day went smoothly.
The venue itself is stunning, offering a beautiful blend of elegance and charm that set the perfect backdrop for our special day. One standout touch was the vintage car they provided for us to drive in and take photos with—it added such a unique, romantic element that our guests loved.
Speaking of guests, everyone had an incredible time! The atmosphere was relaxed and enjoyable, and the Ovation team was on top of every detail, from the setup to the flow of the evening. We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect experience and would highly recommend Ovation to anyone looking for a venue that’s professional, stylish, and truly dedicated to making your day memorable.
If you are going for an industrial yet intimate vibe, Ovation is the venue for you. From the built in bar to the ceremony and reception spaces separated by an elegant curtain, the ...
venue is made for a seamless experience. They also have a plethora of DJs to match your music taste and an in-house graphic designer to create the digital displays. The leadership is very flexible, too. My sister is a graphic designer and did the graphics for my wedding; the in-house designer assisted her with ensuring everything worked and displayed properly. When we booked the venue, we worked heavily with Spencer. We actually hadn’t moved to Chicago yet when we found the venue, but with our date being one of the few available, we contacted Spencer. He was super receptive, helped coordinate a video tour, and followed up to do an in-person tour after our move to the city. When we saw the venue in person, we were so excited, and it lived up to our expectations. The aesthetic worked so well with our vision. We highly recommend the venue, not only for its vibe, but also for the experience of working with Spencer and his team.
I cannot say enough good things about Ovation, Spencer, and the space! We did a lot of venue shopping and Ovation was the best value by a long shot, especially for Chicago and the ...
vibe we were going for. Not only is the space included with all tables and chairs, AND lounge areas, but an experienced DJ, extra decor elements, and in house digital design is included among a photobooth and 1950's Rolls Royce for awesome photo moments. These are just a few items that are included with Ovation.
We had the greatest experience working with Spencer and his team, as well as with Max, our DJ. We loved the venue, and they made everything so easy for us. Spencer was so accommodating and helpful, and really took any and all stress away. We "softened" the space with candle votives vs. flowers, and it really fit the overall aesthetic. Book with Ovation or a sister-site for your wedding/event, you will not regret it!
Ovation was the perfect venue for our January wedding! You barely need to decorate because it's so beautiful as it is (disco ball, string lights, votive candles, etc.) It's also in...
credibly practical with their amenities (built in sound system, bar, bridal suite, photo booth!). Spencer and his team are easy to communicate with and super helpful throughout our planning process- we found many of our other vendors through his recommendations. Brian made our video wall, seating chart and photo montage beautifully. Also can't forget the value of having a DJ from Style Matters as part of the deal, thank you Ryan for bringing the dance floor to life! Couldn't have pictured a better venue for us!
Ovation was our dream venue! Spencer was extremely professional and always prompt with a response. He and his team made it so easy and seamless to work with them and vendors we bro...
ught in. I cannot recommend this venue as well as Spencer and his team enough!
Ovation gave us the most amazing backdrop to the best day of our lives. Like most couples, this was the first vendor we booked and we could not be happier with that decision. Spenc...
er and his team were all amazing to work with - super responsive, experienced, and transparent with us along the whole process. As we went on to book the rest of our vendors, Ovation always received high praises from everyone proving we had made the best decision for our big day. The space is so well planned out, from the way the speaker system is set up to the size of the kitchen for catering plus and all the amenities and perks that come with it (DJ Style Matters, rentals, bridal suite, photo booth, Rolls Royce) are sure to make your wedding memorable for you and all of your guests!
I cannot recommend Ovation enough for the fantastic venue they have!!! We recently got married there in early September 2023 and it was everything I imagine and hoped for! To help ...
make our decision to get married here, we explored a lot of other venues in Chicago and compared the price points of venue, catering, food and drink. Ovation easily won out with their open catering and bar policy. We were able to bring in vendors that we preferred and fit our style and budget. It made for our day to be much more personal than had we gone with a venue that required us to use their service. Personal preference for us!
We had both the ceremony and reception at Ovation. The separation of the curtains for the ceremony helped to create an intimate space for us and our guests. It was so beautiful! We had a quick and smooth room flip during cocktail hour. I would highly recommend booking experienced vendors who know how to do a room flip (if necessary) to help move the evening along smoothly! Our vendors were on-time and ahead of schedule to begin dinner! Our guests loved the long tables for the reception and it helped to create a lively dinner party! I can't get over how amazing it is to sit at the front of the room and look out to see rows of your favorite people there to celebrate with you!
The bar, photo booth, and seating areas are conveniently located on the dance floor and which helped to keep people on or near the dance floor all night! Ovation does a great job of strategically using the placement of the space to help create a great experience for guests. I've been to other weddings where sometimes the venue is too large and guests are spread out and the rooms feels somewhat empty. We loved how the floorplan of Ovation helped us create a fun night and kept our guests engaged! Also, I cannot get over the pictures of our first dance under the lights and disco ball on the dance floor. Literally one of my favorite moments from the day!
Included with the venue were outstanding amenities including DJ services (shoutout to Emilio!), photo booth, video projection design and services, and a ride in the Rolls Royce car. All of these helped to make our decision so easy to go with Ovation! Often, you would have to pay for these services separately. It truly made our wedding so special and our guests loved the added details! Special shoutout to Spencer and Brian for all of the support they gave us leading up to the day. They helped answer all of our questions throughout the year leading up to the wedding. They also send you a comprehensive questionnaire ~2 months prior to ask you all of the details of the day. This helped so they can prepare and match you with the best event/DJ managers. You can tell Spencer and his team are very experienced in events and planning so you will be in great hands!
We really enjoyed our wedding day at Ovation! It was a beautiful scene and we were given top-notch day-of service from staff like Diego, Nicole, and DJ Margo. Ovation took care of ...
a lot of details that easily could’ve been burden to us and provided us with great insight on how to utilize their space and the timing of our wedding. Brian made some really nice graphics for the seating chart and the photo booth that our guests really appreciated. The ride in the Rolls Royce was a great opportunity for pictures (but be warned, there is no A/C). DJ Margo really took the reigns and kept the wedding moving. She assisted us a lot on the timeline and offered up some great jams for our guests. We really stressed the need for a good dance floor and she made sure to guests dancing. Additionally, there was an on-site bridal suite and a private booth room that were very helpful throughout the wedding prep and wedding night. While we really enjoyed the event, we believe that Ovation could benefit from better organized communication prior. At times, it was difficult to reach our contacts with Ovation and we received some information later than expected. That being said, they were also very flexible with meeting with us multiple times throughout the wedding planning period, which we really appreciate. Overall, we would recommend using Ovation for your wedding as their space provides a very unique vibe and their staff are very dedicated to the party.
We are SO happy we went with this for our wedding venue! The space is gorgeous, everyone at Ovation is so easy to work and the sound system/music was a hit! We also have gotten com...
pliments on the car, the dancing videos that were played on the video screen during dancing and the vintage photo booth. I could go on and on, book Ovation!
Want a venue that can accommodate an unforgettable party? Look no further than Ovation. Not only is the venue stunning and offer everything (seriously, everything) you need for an ...
epic event, Spencer and the entire Ovation team - from security, to the DJ, to the onsite day-of lead - are absolute professionals. Throughout the whole wedding planning process which unfortunately included a few postponements due to COVID, Spencer was communicative, responsive, and transparent. Unlike other venues around the city, Ovation offers straightforward pricing and unmatched flexibility, partnership, and event expertise.
Equally as awesome as the venue itself, is the Style Matters DJ that is included with your Ovation booking. Rest assured that this isn't your average wedding DJ: they are professional, creative, original, and adept at reading the room to craft the desired experience. John was the DJ for our June 2022 wedding, and he absolutely nailed it! Our dance floor was on fire the entire night, and I still have guests asking if he can provide our cocktail hour playlist. Music was extremely important to us for our wedding day, and the Ovation team lived up to the hype and more.
Many thanks to Spencer, John, & the entire team for making our night unforgettable!
Ovation is an amazing venue. The value is incredible - look at all of the amenities they have! We were sold by their eco conscious design and efforts, inclusion of a Style Matters ...
DJ, BYOB bar, and their overall design (aesthetic, chairs, tables, barn doors). We were blown away with how everything came together on the day of. Spencer, Brian, and all of their colleagues were so professional, collaborative, and creative. They were responsive and knowledgeable with all of our questions from over a year out to the day of. Ovation was the first decision we made after getting engaged and every time we reached out out to a possible vendor and told them our wedding was at Ovation, no joke, they all responded with “WE LOVE WORKING AT OVATION!”
If I could give Ovation 50+ stars I would. I cannot recommend this space enough. From it's beautiful interior to the the ease of working with Spencer & Brian - it is the best venue...
. They have all your amenities, are super responsive and accommodating. They are helpful and make the whole wedding planning process a breeze. The Rolls Royce is an amazing benefit for pictures and a break from the crazy day.
Ovation will help make all your wedding dreams come true, could not recommend enough!
Ovation was the perfect venue for our wedding. The night we walked in to view the space, the lighting was soft and the sound system was perfect. We needed a large space, and Ovatio...
n provided that without feeling cold or impersonal. Spencer and the entire Ovation team were extremely communicative and their knowledge of the wedding industry calmed our nerves through the entire process. No question was too small to ask the Ovation team. Our guests had a beautiful night, and so did we. THANK YOU!
An AMAZING venue for your wedding!!! We checked out about 7 venues and Ovation was everything we were looking for plus more. They have an open floor plan (handicap accessible), exp...
osed brick, wood/farmhouse tables, disco ball, vintage photo booth, projectors and video walls, graphic designer, Style Matters DJ, game room, you can choose your own vendors, and a Rolls Royce (epic photo opportunity).
Spencer was excellent at communicating with us and got back to us right away with any questions we had. He recommended getting our liquor from Prestige which was awesome. They picked up the liquor at the end of the night and reimbursed us for whatever we didn't use. He recommended a few caterers and florist which we ended up going with the ones he recommended. They were both amazing!
When the wedding got closer, he had us fill out a questionnaire to get to know us better and have us decide on the music we wanted at our wedding. From there, he matched us up with a DJ. We were a little nervous at the beginning having to wait till 2 weeks before the wedding to have a DJ selected but he didn't let us down! Ryan was absolutely amazing and kept our guests dancing all night.
Trust Spencer, he has your back and really knows what his couples are looking for! Everything was absolutely perfect. The decorations looked amazing, everything flowed perfectly all day, and everyone had so much fun dancing and taking pictures in the photo booth. Spencer sent us all of the photo booth pictures digitally the next day. We loved looking through them to see how much fun all of the guests had! It was truly the best day ever! Don't hesitate and have your wedding at Ovation!
From the moment we walked into Ovation and met Spencer, we immediately knew this is where we would get married. We got in the car and placed a hold on a date! I am a very picky per...
son and a super Type-A planner, and I am telling you that Ovation, Spencer, Brian, and the whole team lived up to every single thing we could have imagined and more. Spencer is the best to communicate with and so quick! Brian’s graphic designs made everything come to life in the perfect complement to our theme. Add on the Photo Booth, the amazing furniture AND a Rolls Royce ride - what more can you ask for? I cannot stress enough how much we loved Ovation - for any future couples looking for a fun venue where you get to call all the shots, we highly recommend Ovation! Getting our Photo Booth pictures back confirmed our decision - every single guest had the best time!
Ovation is THE place to have a wedding/wedding reception in Chicago. We knew Ovation was amazing as soon as we went to go see it. It's the perfect blend of urban industrial and mod...
ern, which is exactly what we wanted. You don't have to decorate anything at Ovation because it is that perfect already! The best part of having our reception at Ovation was getting to work with Spencer, Brian, and Margot. Spencer is so communicative and makes planning out the day so easy, plus he is the best Rolls Royce driver! He offered the best suggestions to our photographers for where to take pictures after the wedding. Brian was so helpful making sure everything went well on the day and put together an amazing slideshow and visual seat assignment board (which we got rave comments about)! Margot was an excellent DJ, and our friends and family loved the music selection and fun dance floor! We cannot recommend Ovation enough for your special day!
First - the space is beautiful and just such a fun environment to have a wedding (and a great party!) Everything from Spencer to our DJ services from Style Matters with Mike was pe...
rfect. We had such a fun time and cannot thank them both enough for helping make it such a fun night that we will never forget!
Where do I begin? Hosting our wedding at Ovation was the best decision ever!! Not only is the venue space drop-dead gorgeous, but the amenities they include and working with Spence...
r, Brian, and Margot at Style Matters takes the cake! First of all, Spencer is one of the most responsive vendors I've worked with. We had a ton of questions that we emailed him throughout our engagement, and I always received a clear, kind answer in an incredibly fast amount of time. You can tell he loves working with people and loves hosting amazing parties because he treated us so genuinely. This was especially the case when I walked down the aisle -- he helped coordinate those final moments and reminded me to just breathe and be in the moment. I appreciated him so much!
Brian helped coordinate the first half of the day and he helped create wonderful digital signage for us. I was in awe at his quick and elegant work that truly tied the vibe of the event together. I was also able to think a little less about the decor knowing I could trust Brian and his graphic design work! During the first half of the day, I barely got to work with him since we were off getting ready at another location. But when I arrived, he was SO sweet and introduced himself -- I knew the day was in great hands with him being there while our vendors shuffled in and out.
Finally, one of the best parts about Ovation is that the DJ is included in the experience. Spencer recommended Margot for us, and I'm EXTREMELY glad he did. We loved Margot from the first Zoom call we had with her. She made sure to take time to understand exactly what style we wanted our wedding to be. Then, on the day, she pulled everything together and the dancing was my favorite part of the day! We had a lot of people spanning multiple generations on the dance floor. After the wedding was over, several folks came up to us saying the party was amazing and the music made them wish the night never ended!
BOOK OVATION FOR YOUR WEDDING!! It was the best experience I think we could have had with a venue and I feel so blessed about the beautiful day we had there!
Just had our wedding at Ovation and it was a truly amazing experience! Spencer and Brian were so great and easy to work with. The space is so gorgeous that all we really needed to ...
worry about was our table decor and they provide the most beautiful tables and chairs that fit the space really well. Plus you get a Rolls Royce ride around West Town/West Loop after your ceremony that just gives you a really stylish way to unwind with your partner before diving into the reception. One of the best parts though is that the venue also includes a DJ. We had DJ Duke for our special day and he just killed it. I'm pretty sure he managed to mix every song we asked him to and he got everyone out on the floor dancing. I hope our friends get married here so we can come back! Can't recommend this venue and crew enough
We could not have picked a better venue in Chicago. Top notch location service and staff. Everything went perfect thanks to their attention to detail, and willingness to work clo...
sely with all the vendors we selected.
We attended our friend's wedding at Ovation a couple years ago and knew when our time came it would be at the top of our list! Spencer was transparent, honest, and reassuring throu...
ghout the entire process! Wedding planning can be stressful, but working with him really gives you the confidence that your day will be everything you hope for!
Ovation was everything! Spencer made our wedding planning experience a smooth and joyful experience. The venue provides all you could possibly need for a magical event (sound syste...
m, dj, photo booth, in house graphic design, classic car for transportation, bridal suite, small game room in the back room, etc. Not to mention the venue is absolutely gorgeous and has such a romantic allure. We were beyond impressed and satisfied with Ovation is our wedding venue.
Let me just start by saying if you’ve found this place look no further! We decided on this venue after meeting with Spencer for the first time. He made us feel so comfortable with ...
any and all questions we asked, and gave us our space to look around privately. He is quick to respond to emails, no matter how many you send! Lol. He is open to ideas and really allowed us to have the wedding of our dreams! The amenities were what really sold us, from the venue being BYOB (which is hard to find with that “modern loft” setting in the city, not to mention you can choose what you want to serve!), to the gorgeous Rolls Royce that picked us up from our ceremony, to the personalized graphics on the projector and tv screens, we truly felt like we gave our guests a different unique experience that they would enjoy! We felt our DJ was a perfect fit to our style and did an awesome job keeping the dance floor full! Despite COVID restrictions, we received so many compliments. Security comes as part of the contract, and they were great as well! I can go on and on about Ovation and Spencer but I truly cannot recommend them enough! In fact, our friends will be having their wedding at Ovation’s sister loft, and my husband and I told them they are in great hands with Spencer!
Spencer at Ovation was the best to work with. He was approachable, communicative, responsive and to the point. We booked a date for November 2020, and due to COViD we had to postpo...
ne. Spencer made it so simple, and stuck with us till November 2021. His team is just wonderful. We were so happy with the turn out and everything. We would do it all over again. We love you Ovation!
Ovation Chicago is the perfect place to have your wedding! It’s a cool space that looks good even without decorations. Their team is remarkable - they provide everything you might ...
need - from the fantastic DJ, to awesome graphic design, and even a Rolls Royce to get you around and take photos in! There is an on site manager provided for the day, and their photobooth was a huge hit with our guests. Their prices are very reasonable for all the amenities they provide. Look no further for your venue - go with Ovation Chicago!
WOW is all I have to say about Ovation. Planning a wedding during a pandemic hasn't been easy, but through date changes, changing mask mandates and guest counts and all the normal ...
wedding things in between, Spencer and Brian were incredible partners to work with to throw what was truly the party of our dreams. They're so responsive and kept the day running flawlessly. Some highlights: the GORGEOUS space that my guests couldn't stop talking about, the DJ (Hey Major Taylor!) who kept guests on the dance floor the whole night with a set that felt like us, post-ceremony photos in the Rolls Royce and the old school photobooth. If you're looking for a space that brings the good vibes and thinks through every detail, Ovation is for you!
While we had a couple of funky communication issues, Ultimately this was a wonderful venue! We like many others had to postpone our wedding, and Spencer was very flexible with us. ...
We were originally at his other venue, but given how booked up that venue was, Spencer allowed us to do our wedding at Ovation with at no extra cost. They worked well and quickly with our vendors and coordinators, and were extremely responsive. Its also a BEAUTIFUL venue with great sound, and Spencer did everything to make the night awesome!
I finally had my dream wedding on 6/27/2021, Spencer and Jason (my DJ) were the absolutely best! They both made sure my day went as smoothly as possible! Spencer, the owner, wonder...
ful communication, so genuine, and above all else not arrogant but cool!!!! During the day, of course as the bride, I was beyond stressed, Spencer made sure everything was good and even said bye to me toward the end of the wedding!
Ovation, the venue itself, I mean speechless. Very modern/rustic twist to it! The layout is soooo spacious. Parking is so easy, and the photo booth is such a wonderful addition!
Jason! Dude!! After filling out the questionnaire, we were paired with Dj Intel (Jason)! He is so awesome! Nothing but compliments from my guests, and let me tell you, they are picky people when it comes to music. He listened to everything I wanted from the ceremony music, to cocktails hour, and the reception/dancing! He made sure I was ready to move on to the next event, and I really appreciated that! I recommend him, and I will definitely hire him for any future private events!
Now, one complaint I do have is, many of my family and friends complained about Brian, I believe is his name. I mean I wouldn't know because he didn't even introduce himself to me when we arrived. I think he was suppose to be the event coordinator. Now, I don't know what his job title entails, but to be honest, I didn't like his attitude/mood. One of my friend asked him to help with something, and he responded, "well that's not really my job." He just acted like he didn't want to be there. He was very absence to me. Anyways, I did get super drunk at my wedding :/ and left many of my stuff at the event. I do believe Brian met with my friend the next day to grab the items, so I appreciate that!
Regardless, Spencer and Jason, thank you so much for going above and beyond for us! Ovation was beyond beautiful, and if I can do all this over, Ovation will be my choice every time!
Spencer and Brian were wonderful to work with, and we were so fortunate to have them as part of our wedding team. Planning a wedding during a pandemic was not easy but they were su...
pportive and flexible. We ended up having the wedding of our dreams, and they were able to make it work with two weeks notice when capacity guidelines changed in the city. Ovation itself is an amazing venue that is not only romantic but also fun. The Rolls Royce, photobooth, piano, and new game room are just an added bonus!
We've been working with Spencer and his team to plan our wedding at Ovation since 2018, and then COVID-19 hit... we were two months away from our big day. Spencer was on top of it ...
and immediately helped us weigh our options and we decided to plan a smaller, micro wedding for this fall and move our large reception to next summer (still at Ovation). We just had our micro wedding yesterday and it went off without a hitch. His team helped make sure guests felt safe as we followed social distancing and mask wearing when not eating it drinking. His team even took care of music cues and playing playlists, as well as recording our ceremony via Zoom for everyone who couldn't be there. Thank you Spencer for helping us navigate the process through these uncertain times--we still had the BEST day ever.
I cannot say enough great things about this space. We held our ceremony and reception here and wanted the opportunity to customize as much as possible while staying within budget, ...
which is possible here and is a rarity in Chicago. Spencer and their entire team was phenomenal to work with and made our day SO seamless and beyond what we could have imagined. Also, they have the best DJs! Would have my wedding here 1,000 times over.
Choosing our venue was definitely the most difficult part of wedding planning. Mostly because Ovation wasn't available for our chosen date. When they magically were available agai...
n... we knew we needed to hop on it. It's clear that Spencer and his team thought of everything when they created Ovation. It was great getting guidance on the DJ, and the rest of the amenities were such great value as well (photo booth, candle treatment, ROLLS ROYCE!, video/visual creation, furniture). Spencer is so great to work with - responsive, professional, totally chill. Just wants you to have the best time. And we did. If you're looking for modern, industrial, or just a great freaking party - this place is definitely for you.
We had our wedding at Ovation in early December, and it was magical! Spencer, Brian and the whole Ovation staff were awesome to work with. Spencer was so helpful in the planning pr...
ocess: responding quickly to emails, recommending (but never requiring) other awesome vendors to work with, and connecting us with the best style matters DJ and drummer! Oh and the wedding day also went off without a hitch.
We knew what we wanted in a venue- somewhere in the city, where we could bring in our own food and beverage preferences, and not have to plan or spend a lot on decorations. Check, check, check, and so much more.
It can be difficult to find an indoor venue that doesn't feel cookie cutter or sterile, but the exposed brick, metal beams, reclaimed wood, and overall industrial vibe of Ovation were far from it. All we needed were candles and a few eucalyptus branches to make it feel warm and intimate (while it was freezing outside). Every inch of the space was backdrop worthy and our pictures came out amazing!
The candle package, upstairs private space (used by the groom and groomsmen to get ready) photobooth (great for a guestbook), digital designer for welcome sign/slide show/seating chart and Rolls Royce were icing on the cake.
Go check out Ovation for yourself, and hope its available for your date!
I had my wedding at Ovation in October and it was an amazing experience! Spencer and the team could not have been more helpful, both leading up to the event and the day-of. The ven...
ue itself is beautiful and comes with so many cool extras from the photobooth, game tables, upstairs wedding suite, a private bathroom for the wedding party, television screens, and a Rolls Royce for photos! Plus, having the tables, chairs, lighting, and DJ all included is great- less vendors to research! If you are looking for a cool urban vibe for your wedding that is pretty low stress, definitely check-out Ovation!
I've worked two fabulous weddings at Ovation and it's just so easy. The space is gorgeous with the urban loft-chic style and incredible amenities like an in-house DJ, Rolls Royce h...
ouse car, built in bar, easy curtain wall to close off the ceremony/reception space for a flip, spacious kitchen for your caterer to load in appliances and prep and a super handy bridal suite upstairs that gives our couples a chance to escape. I highly recommend Spencer and the team, they'll take great care of you and we love working with them!
This place is a hidden gem in Chicago! Spencer at Ovation is a wedding pro and has a great team! The space has everything from a photobooth, TV screens (so you can be eco friendly—...
forget welcoming signs, wedding programs, seating charts, etc. it can all be visually displayed—customized by Brian who was extremely patient with our vision), DJ included (we were so happy with Max, plus one less vendor to research), rustic/modern tables and chairs (which are well maintained), plus a Rolls Royce! Our bridal party loved the private bridal suite/bathroom, something we didn’t really value until the day of. I won’t lie that we originally had sticker shock after touring the venue, but after some other venue tours and number crunching, the amenities and flexibility at Ovation could not be beat! We got so many compliments on our selection of a unique wedding venue, but we can’t take the credit. Cannot recommend this space and Spencer/team enough!
Ovation was the perfect venue for us and we can't keep it a secret any longer! Spencer was very accommodating with all of our requests from letting us hang up 1000 origami crane ga...
rland to having multiple caterers for our wide range of food needs. Our wedding was absolutely spectacular! Ovation includes everything you need from a video and projection wall to reduce paper waste (i.e. seating chart, ceremony program, thank you message to guests, etc.) to even including a graphic designer for use of the video and projection walls. Ovation even includes your DJ! And the quality of DJ is remarkable! The venue is absolutely beautiful and the Rolls Royce Ride made it so much more special! We just can't stop talking about how amazing our wedding was and we could not have done it without Ovation's help!
My husband and I saw several venues while looking for the perfect spot to get married in Chicago and the second we walked into Ovation our search was over. The venue is a combinati...
on of industrial and minimalist - with a perfect setup for both ceremony and reception able to be in one place. It was really a blank slate that we could do as much or as little with as we wanted to truly make it our own. Plus the staff was so easy to work with - they made us feel right at home. Spencer and his team were extremely responsive as we were deciding to book the venue and kept us very informed on how quickly they were being booked/what they had available for us to chose from. Plus so much is included in the price that takes away some of the stress - we didn't have to rent any tables/chairs because those are included and are absolutely gorgeous so we were able to skip renting table linens. Candle treatments, microphones, a photobooth, and more are included as well. A DJ is also included in the overall cost and after filling out a thorough questionnaire, we were paired with Ryan - he did an incredible job and took the vibe we were hoping for and ran with it. On the day, one of our favorite moment together following the ceremony was in the vintage Rolls Royce that the venue owns. Brian was onsite with us and drove the Rolls - he took care of everything and was so easy to work with. He knew of a few spots near by for us to take some photos as well. Overall every person from Ovation that we interacted with was extremely helpful and made the process easy. That coupled with the fact that the venue was absolutely stunning makes Ovation a great choice.
When my husband and I were looking for a venue for our wedding, immediately we knew we wanted a place where we could make it our own and weren’t bound by preferred lists with compa...
nies that usually charged more for weddings. After some research we found Ovation and after visiting we thought it would be the perfect place. Here we’d be able to bring in any vendors we wanted and it’s so pretty that you don’t need to waste money on a lot of extra decor. The owner, Spencer Lokken, is great to work with and is extremely diligent in answering emails. Anytime I emailed him, he would email back within about 30 minutes. He also offers so much with the rental: a DJ from their company, a ride in a Rolls Royce (which looks amazing in photos!), an old school photobooth (you get digital copies of all the photos taken), tables, chairs, and a grand piano (which my husband used as a surprise). It is on the pricey side ($9000 in 2018), but you save on everything else since you can bring in all your other vendors (we were able to only spend $5000 on food for 200 people). All of this makes me so happy we went with Ovation and I would not have picked anywhere else, but I would maybe suggest getting your own DJ if they allow that and if you don’t mind spending the extra money. They pair you with one of their DJs that is available for your date, but I would have preferred finding my own as I had done a lot of research and carefully picked all of our other vendors and was happy with them. Our DJ, Dustin Harris, went against some of the things we had outlined in our meeting and instructions. For example, I said in person and then wrote in all caps, not to remix the songs; I wanted the radio edit and then to fade in and out of each song. But he remixed some of the songs so the radio version didn’t play and that was one of the things I absolutely hate. My husband was also upset he played a song 20 seconds past the start of the song at the end of the ceremony when he was planning a surprise for me; he had timed exactly how long it would take from the start of the song to the part he wanted the surprise to happen and he ended up having to try to speed walk with me down the aisle. He didn’t cut off the song for my father-daughter dance where I had said to cut it off and that took both my dad and I off guard and we had to improvise which was exactly what I didn’t want to worry about doing the day of. Music was one of the most important things, which was why we stayed up picking out all the different songs that were must plays, and more general songs to play, so for us this was a bit disappointing. I would still definitely recommend booking with Ovation without a doubt, but I would maybe say to research DJs a bit more if that is really important to you.
Not only is the venue amazing, but the staff will also go above and beyond to make sure your wedding runs smoothly! There were so many little details that I hadn’t thought of for t...
he ceremony and Ovation took care of it! The DJ did a good job of playing an equal amount of Albanian, Latin and English music during the reception. We loved having the vintage car for photo shoots and for a ride back to the hotel. The staff is laid back, professional and easy to work with! I am grateful to have found Ovation and I highly recommend this little gem in Chicago!
My husband and I got married at Ovation this October and we could not have been happier with our venue choice. The space is expertly decorated and laid out, making the transition f...
rom cocktail hour to dinner to dancing smooth and natural. Our guests could not get enough of the atmosphere and felt extremely comfortable the whole night. Between the market lights strung above the dance floor, the candles lighting the windowsills, the built-in surround sound, and the vintage photobooth, Ovation truly is a show-stopper. We loved pulling up to cocktail hour in the 1959 Rolls Royce-it made for quite the entrance! Overall, Spencer and his team are phenomenal people to work with. They were extremely attentive to emails leading up to the event and the staff working day of were friendly and accommodating. They seemed like they genuinely enjoyed working there. We could not recommend Ovation enough for a wedding or special events venue!
Ovation was amazing! If I could give more than 5 stars, I would. Spencer and his crew took care of us like we were VIPs. From the vintage car to the photo booth and every other lit...
tle detail in between, Ovation deserves a standing ovation! We've had so many people mention how great the space was and we completely agree! Spencer was so easy to work with, both leading up to and on the big day. Major shout out to Ovation for literally making dreams come true!
We received so many compliments on Ovation as the wedding venue! After visiting about 12 venues in the city, I was tired of going to venues that catering restrictions and required...
tablecloth and/or chair rentals. Ovation may seem more pricey than other vendors, but they truly fit the bill for everything. They've thought of everything and it really is the complete package! We did very minimal table settings (table stands and votives) and the guests thought it was the perfect ambiance. Spencer and his team are a class act! I felt so unprepared and Spencer sent over the wedding questionnaire and his team was around to help with the coordination and arrival of all vendors. His team are so prepared and professional. Nikki and Brian assisted throughout the evening and were attentive to every detail. I can't thank them enough - highly recommend!
Spencer and the team at Ovation deserve 10/5 stars. We held our wedding at Ovation this spring and it was the best decision we made to hold it there. The venue was perfect and not ...
only fit our aesthetic, but was one of the most convenient wedding venues we've ever been to. I don't think Spencer puts his phone down because if we ever had a question about logistics, measurements, etc, Spencer would reply within a few minutes and never got annoyed by our continuous stream of questions. We got so many compliments from our guests on the venue and it doesn't hurt that they have a sick Rolls Royce that you can take for a spin! Spencer and team - thank you for everything to make our day so special!
When we were looking for a venue, we wanted to find somewhere that would let us bring in our own caterer. While there are a few locations in Chicago that allow you to do so, Ovatio...
n stood out to us. The space was beautiful and unique, the price included amenities that weren't included anywhere else, and Spencer was amazing to work with! From planning to day-of, the Ovation team was responsive, organized, and a pleasure to work with. They go above and beyond to make sure that every detail has been thought of and are on site to make sure everything runs smoothly. They were also very flexible with us stopping by to show off the space to our parents as well as to do a walk through with our vendors. The ride in the Rolls Royce after the ceremony was a highlight for us. Our guests were on the dance floor all night thanks to our amazing DJ. We wish we could throw another party to use the space again! Thank you to Spencer and the entire Ovation team for helping to ensure that our day was perfect!
Where to even begin? We held our wedding at Ovation in September 2017 and have already sung their praises more times than we can number. We knew when we first toured the space that...
this was our perfect fit, and Spencer and his staff went well out of their way to make sure every detail of the night mirrored our style. We were struck by the value of the venue, and the myriad of services included in the cost of the space:
cocktail and reception tables/chairs, a Styles Matters DJ with a top of the line sound system in-house, a Rolls Royce shuttle for the bride and groom, window and table candle treatments, the perfect photo booth, a green room/private bathroom for us to steal a few moments away). Having Ovation's "one-stop-shop" for so many ticket-items that would have meant more vendors to coordinate, simplified so much of the planning process and left us priceless peace of mind the day of the wedding. We found every element of the the space to be well thought out, perfectly executed, and it ultimately required very few additional touches on our part for decor. Ovation was the perfect space for throwing a cozy-feeling wedding with a bumping party that followed. Brian, Ovation's designer wowed us with amazing visuals for our seating chart and gave a polished feel to the whole event; he even surprised us with a breathtaking digital welcome image that greeted our guests the instant they entered the venue. So many guests have shared with us how stunning Ovation was, how seamless and inconspicuous the ceremony-space was flipped, and how Ovation set a higher bar for the weddings that they've attended. For all of that and then some, we couldn't agree more. Do yourself, your family and friends, your pocketbook, and your wedding photographer a favor and trust Ovation for your special day.
What a beautiful, raw space! Spencer and his team are really laid back and accommodating. He gave us good advice and was really flexible with touring the venue with our caterer and...
wedding planner.
The space itself is gorgeous on its own and doesn't need much décor to make it amazing. The perks that came with it were great and we LOVED out DJ through StyleMatters which was included in the price. It was nice to bring in our own caterer (we did pizza) and bartenders. I would definitely recommend Ovation for not just weddings but all kinds of events.
Thank you, Ovation for making our wedding day so special!
Choosing Ovation as our venue was easily our best decision during the entire wedding prep process. From the start, Spencer was more accommodating than you could imagine. He allowed...
us to come see the beautiful venue several times to help with our planning. He was always quick to reply to any questions or requests. On the day of the wedding, he was there early and made sure everything went perfectly. He worked seamlessly with all of our vendors and helped orchestrate a flawless wedding. We could write paragraphs on how great it was to work with Spencer and how beautiful the space is. His venue has a great set up for a wedding with less than 200 guests. Great dance floor, very nice sound system for music and speeches, large bar, photo booth, couches for lounging (and for kids to sleep on at night), complimentary ride in his vintage Rolls Royce. Seriously, we can't say enough great things about this place.
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