Inclusive of FULL SERVICE WEDDING PLANNING!!!
New
Illinois
Service area
300+ guests
Holds ceremonies and receptions
Maria Erickson
BUSINESS OWNER
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Walden is a chic industrial wedding and event venue based out of Chicago, IL. This two-story property offers a Chicago charm and elevated ambiance, perfect for hosting once-in-a-lifetime occasions. The full-service wedding planning, incredible culinary team, killer cocktail bar and stunning spaces will allow you to build the wedding of your dreams.
Walden provides 19,000 square feet of flexible event space to customize to your liking. You can enjoy hints of the century-old building's industrial past while also taking advantage of its convenient modern amenities. The bow-truss ceiling, exposed brick, and large windows, which allow the room to be flooded with natural light, all add to the allure of the space and elevate the atmosphere during your event. Mingle and drink during a sophisticated cocktail hour at the sleek bar, then move to the reception area for an unforgettable night of dining and dancing. There is a designated live music space where your band or DJ can enjoy a seamless setup and provide entertainment during your celebration. Whether you're planning an intimate gathering of 100 or a lavish occasion with 275 guests, there is ample room for a wedding that suits your vision.
Comprehensive wedding packages at Walden will ensure a seamless and stress-free event experience from beginning to end. The dedicated team would be delighted to offer their full-service planning assistance and take care of the details so you can fully enjoy the festivities. You and your guests will be wowed by the seasonal culinary offerings of the exceptional in house catering team. Walden also makes every effort to prioritize sustainability in everything they do. Reach out to the Walden team today for more information about their packages and services.
Pricing details
Starting prices
Reception:
$3,500
Ceremony:
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Bar services:
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Catering:
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Starting prices don't include service fees, taxes, gratuity, and rental fees. Guest count and seasonality may also affect prices. Peak season for this venue is May-Nov.
Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Guest Capacity
300+
Settings
Industrial & Warehouse
Loft
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Planning
Food & Catering
Planning
Destination Wedding Planning
Se Habla Español
Wedding Design
Rentals & Equipment
Service Staff
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Meet the team
Maria Erickson
Business Owner
Maria grew up in a family of seven. In other words, every day was a production. At an early age, she knew she would be doing something with food, events, and planning. After earning her culinary and entrepreneurship degrees from Johnson & Wales University, Maria spent many years in the catering and event planning world. Inspired by her clients, Maria opened Plum & Ivy Events in 2014, where she developed a team of passionate and detailed event planners. Since then, Maria and her team have executed numerous events and weddings throughout Chicagoland and the Midwest. Being a visionary, she is excited to marry the Plum & Ivy and Walden teams and create an event experience like no other, where all the moving parts behind an event can work seamlessly together.
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5.0
out of 5.04 reviews
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Paige C
5.0
4/15/2025
The most perfect day—thanks to Walden!
I can honestly say not a single thing went wrong on our wedding day—and that’s entirely thanks to the Walden team. From start to finish, they were incredibly organized, helpful, and truly cared about making every single detail we envisioned come to life. From coordinating and calming me down before I walked down the aisle with my dad at the church, to making sure every vendor was on the same page, they handled it all with ease and grace.
Every step of the planning process was actually fun because of them, and they took so much stress off of us throughout our entire engagement. It was the most beautiful day of our lives.
And the food and drinks? Unreal. We’re still getting texts about the cocktails (people asking for recipes!) and guests are raving that it was the best wedding food they’ve ever had—no exaggeration. No one waited in line for anything, and the service was flawless.
Briscel, Alyssa, and Hannah (as well as the entire Walden staff and team)—words can’t describe how grateful we are for you. You’re insanely talented at what you do and made us feel supported, celebrated, and so beyond special. Watching it all come to life was an actual dream. We love you and would recommend Walden again and again to anyone getting married.
Love,
Paige and Jack ❤️
Nikki M
5.0
4/01/2025
Walden = WOW. We scoured through so many venues when we got engaged, but when we toured Walden we just knew it was the right one for us. Beyond being absolutely beautiful and having a ceremony and reception space in one area, the staff is top notch.
Walden gives you a dedicated planner not only for the day of but the entire wedding planning process. It made our lives SO much easier (shoutout to Hannah specifically for being the absolute BEST). We were helped every step of the way- with budgeting, with vendor sourcing and coordination, everything!
The food and drink service at Walden is second to none. Our friends and family absolutely raved about how good the food and drinks were - especially because wedding food is not typically known for being great.
Absolutely every single person we interacted with went the extra mile for us and we couldn't appreciate them more for that. They are so incredibly organized and thoughtful in a way we didn't expect.
They truly made our dream day come to life and we could not be happier that we made the decision to have the best day of our lives at Walden.
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Sabrina M
5.0
3/15/2025
Wow. Wow. Wow. We had our wedding on 8/10/24 and can say without a doubt it was the best day of our lives. This was primarily due to the gorgeous Walden venue, their dedicated kitchen/bar staff, and especially our unbelievable planners Kalila & Alyssa. They supported us from beginning to end and not only helped us make decisions when needed, they stood up for us when needed. It is so nice to have people who have your back during this process. We could not speak more highly of Kalila & Alyssa's professionalism, knowledge, and dedication. Our guests continue to rave about the food and drinks!!! People have told us it is the best wedding they have ever been to and the best wedding food they have ever had. Coming from many NJ & NY guests... that means a lot! We could not be more happy with the service provided by Walden, the planners they provided us with, the WOW factor food/drinks, and the overall class and style. This will be a day we will always remember in the absolute BEST way.
5.0
3/14/2025
Where do we even begin with Walden Chicago? All we have is gratitude and love for this venue! From our first inquiry with Maria pre-engagement, to our amazing planning journey with Kalila and Ally, we felt taken care of every step of the way.
Walden itself is the perfect wedding venue. All of their spaces from their rooftop with a surreal Chicago view, their second floor ceremony space with impeccable lighting, their getting ready spaces for both ladies and gents, to their gorgeous and spacious reception space; everywhere we went with our guests felt magical.
Now onto Kalila and Ally; we could never thank them enough. From the moment we were paired and begun planning, they felt more like besties than anything else. They were there to answer every question, complete every request, and help calm every nerve on the day-of, with constant laughter along the way. We will never forget them and all that they did to ensure our special day went as smoothly as possible!
Thank you so much, Walden Chicago; we love you!
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