$2,300 starting price
201-250 guest capacity
This venue can host up to 250 guests
About this vendor
Located in Christopher, IL, The Show Room is a rustic double-room venue perfect for weddings and other special events. Built in 1890, it is the oldest building in Christopher. It was the home of three different businesses until it eventually became the outstanding event space it is today. The name "The Show Room" originated from one of the previous businesses in the building, a fashion retailer called "The Old Show Room." Using a similar name, it is a tribute to a "fashionably historic wedding venue." Since they got the building, the team has kept the original layout and only refinished minor necessary details so its character and charm can stay the same.
The Show Room features tall appliquéd ceilings and large windows. The event room has stained glass that perfectly captures the sunset rays, creating a warming atmosphere for any occasion. The first event space is The Show Room, which can seat up to 225 people. It is laced with refinished hardwood flooring and exposed brick. It has a dancing area, bar space, and a DJ area. Beside it is The Show Bar, which can hold up to 60 people, perfect for more intimate weddings or wedding showers. It features vintage copper ceilings, high-top tables, a bar area, and a kitchenette.
The Show Room has excellent amenities such as storage for decorations, parking for guests, parking for a beer trailer, and a selfie station. There is a room above the event space for the DJ so that the wedding can take up the entire room. They have different packages allowing couples to choose what suits them best. The Big Show includes access to both event spaces from Thursday to Sunday, a rehearsal dinner space, and all amenities. The We-Do Day is for those wanting to only use the space for the wedding day itself. The Little Party is perfect for wedding showers as it allows access to The Show Bar for at least 4 hours. The Show Room's rich history and charm make it the ideal location to tie the knot with the one you love.
Amenities + details
Ceremony Area
Indoor Event Space
Reception Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
- Civil Union
- Commitment Ceremony
- Elopement
- Interfaith Ceremony
- Non-Religious Ceremony
- Religious Ceremony
Guest Capacity
- Up to 250
Settings
- Historic Venue
Venue Service Offerings
- Bar & Drinks
- Bar Rental
- Rentals & Equipment
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We hosted our wedding at The Show Room a couple of weeks ago, and we absolutely loved it. The owners are super friendly and very easy to work with. The venue itself is extremely charming and has an interesting history, that is weaved into some of the decor within the venue. My fiancee knew from the second we walked through the door that The Show Room was the right choice for us, and it absolutely was. We 100% recommend The Show Room. I honestly don't have a negative thing to write. Booking this venue was an easy decision, and it stayed easy through the entire process of planning and celebrating.
Gorgeous historic venue. The owners are very accommodating, letting my family do multiple walk through and eager to help make your event special and run smoothly. They were able to make my day so very special and as stress free as possible. The building is stunning even prior to decorating. Will definitely use this venue again in the future for other special occasions and recommend to friends and family.
This place was beautiful and the owners are so helpful! All tables are provided and you’re able to rent decor and tablecloths that are extremely affordable. Cannot recommend enough!
My husband and I found The Show Room from a wedding show. We went to see it in person and loved the place immediately. It is extremely affordable in comparison to other places in the area but just as beautiful. The owners are so kind and helpful, they let us visit multiple times to figure out how we wanted everything set up for our reception. When we showed up the day before to decorate, all the tables and chairs were already set up for us and we hardly had to do anything besides minor things we brought with us. This took a big weight off our shoulders. The owners are also amazing at communicating with us. We had around 250 people for our reception. I would 100% recommend The Show Room for any event!
My sorority hosted a formal here for 120 people in March and The Show Room was perfect! We barely had to decorate because the room alone is so stunning! This historical venue is so charming and the pictures don’t do it justice. I will definitely be using the Show Room for future events.
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117 W Market Street, Christopher, IL
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