Best activation spaces for rent in Chicago, IL

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West Town Loft/Art Space

Chicago | West Town

$150 per hour
80
12
Over 1800 sq ft of open loft space with so much natural light and character beyond belief! At our space, there is also a little lounge area just inside the large rolling door that has access to shelves, mirrors, fridges, extra seating, etc. If you're looking for this space for a wedding or larger event, you may also have access to our foyer area for light decor and signage! Add another 500 sqft with lobby and foyer. Space Details: - 70 Chairs - 15 Tables - Small Catering Area - Outside Food Allowed - PA System Available for $100 (mic, speaker, aux cable) - DJ's must bring their own equipment - $100 for piano use | $100 for PA System - Freight Elevator This space has been utilized in many ways such as wedding/bridal/baby showers, birthday parties, wedding ceremonies and receptions, photoshoots, live music venue, meetings, visual artist gallery, and dance performances. Your options are unlimited here! We like to think of this space as an expansion of the creativity everyone has with them, in hopes it can help others find their inner creativity even more! Free parking in the lot, plus lots of free street parking on Hubbard St. Bathroom on 3rd Floor, just down the hall along with an artist slop sink. Important: No glitter, confetti, confetti guns or cannons NOTE: The Rental Fee Does Not Include Staffing Which May Vary Depending On Size And Nature Of Event. Absolutely NO glitter, mylar or confetti

Minimalist Home | Former Charcoal Factory

Chicago | West Town

$550 per hour
75
3
Unique home nestled in the Lincoln Yards/Bucktown neighborhood. Our space is filled with a diverse selection of globally sourced artifacts and one-of-a-kind artwork. PRICING BREAKDOWN BELOW IN PRICING SECTION. Space Details: - 2 level home - 2 Living areas - WIFI - Fully integrated sound system, accessible via bluetooth - 2 Bathrooms - Full Kitchen - Garage - Outdoor patio - Courtyard (can fit 2 cars) - Load in thru the alley | Easy access - Ivy covered roof deck - Unique furnishing (rotating items and artwork) **Open to extended hours** Ideal location for: - Commercials - Photo shoots - Promo shoots/videos - Magazine shoots - Fashion/Product shoots

Eclectic, Modern Midtown Gathering Space

Chicago | West Town

$200 per hour
70
More then just a space - a gathering experience where art, materials, and history mix. Our venue is a unique event space and steps outside the ordinary. This space, located just off the bustle of Western Avenue, blends "hipsterville" with a dash of Puerto Rican sensibilities as it sits on the at corner of Wicker and Humboldt Parks. This unique space can be used for a range of activities including; private events, off-site meetings, photo-shots, and much more!

New, Bright Industrial Loft near West Loop

Chicago | Goose Island

$150 per hour
40
Welcome to Our Vibrant Venue: Your Next Event Destination Immerse yourself in the stylish and dynamic ambiance of our 1900 sq. ft venue, perfect for both intimate get-togethers and larger gatherings of up to 30 guests. Bathed in natural light, our clean and chic space creates an inviting backdrop for any event. A Space Designed for Comfort and Style Our spacious lounge area boasts a large soft wool upholstered sofa, two navy blue vegan leather executive accent chairs, and a plus-sized bean bag that comfortably seats four. The large farm table, seating eight, serves as an ideal gathering spot. With a mini bar area and a kitchenette equipped with a sink, microwave, mini fridge, and cold/hot water dispenser, refreshment is always at your fingertips. Perfect Instagramable Moments Breathtaking canvas artworks, an abundance of greenery, a plant wall, and unique lighting fixtures add a touch of elegance and offer plenty of Instagram-worthy photo ops. We invite you to bring in outside food and beverages to suit your event's needs. Flexibility and Convenience Feel free to rearrange the furniture to best fit your event's requirements. Located on N Halsted St., between Division and Chicago Ave, we offer a free parking lot at the back and convenient street parking at the front. Visit Us We welcome you to visit our space any day (provided it's not being used for another event) to ensure it meets your needs. Let us know your preferred date and time, and we'll accommodate you! What Our Space Offers - Large end-to-end windows providing indirect natural light - Exposed brick walls and wood floors - Comfortable seating options: a wool upholstered sofa, a green vegan leather sofa, a plus-sized bean bag, a suede lazy chair, two vegan leather executive accent chairs, eight wooden dining chairs - Free high-speed Wi-Fi - Kitchenette (Microwave, fridge, water dispenser, sink) - Mini Bar Area - Full Bathroom - Large farm table with eight seats - Plants, Greenery, and a Plant Wall - Large White Board - Large Canvas Art Works - Keyless Access - TV & LCD screen - Bluetooth speakers Host Your Next Event With Us We’d be thrilled to be the venue of choice for your next: - Corporate event - Networking event - Professional event - Seminar - Workshop - Meet up - Reunion - Art show - Fashion show - Fundraising event Addons: - Products: - Stacking chairs - Foldable Tables + Table Cloth - Services: - Photography - Videography - Event Planning - Marketing

Modern Bohemian House

Chicago | West Town

$400 per hour
75
Come enjoy and relax in this calm, stylish space. This plant-filled oasis in the city is perfect for getting away. This is a home designed with intention to be a space to retreat, recharge, and restore. We present to you a new environment that provides guests not only quality and comfort, but also a zen, peaceful, and healing experience. Leave here reset and inspired. 

Featuring Feng Shui and thoughtfully curated gathering spaces, easy access to wonderful neighborhoods, and good energy - all while still in the City of Chicago. The home is perfect for both personal and small group retreats, ceremonies, breath work, meditation, yoga, family diners, social events, or simple stays while in town. 

The heart of the home (the kitchen) is fully functional and chef ready. It comes equipped with kitchen gadgets, state of the art cookware, and beautiful dining sets. Enjoy your time here with your own self-brewed espresso, tea, or coffee. You can also go the juice or smoothie route by using our cold press juicer or vita-mix. Need to bake? Don’t worry, we have you covered with the best mixer, hand mixer, and baking utensils. This space was designed with hosting in mind. The home is equipped with projectors for your movie and binge-watching needs. It also features smart colored lighting and a brilliant sound system powered by Sonos speakers connected throughout. There’s a DJ system available for rent to those who know how to use them. Please note - Min for weekend day (fri-Sun) bookings is $2500

Chicago's urban farm experience

Chicago | Garfield Park

$450 per hour
125
Come to Chicago's urban farm and garden experience. The interactive space provides both modern functionality for any event, but also unique farm and garden features. Organizers can let guest simply enjoy the newly construction inside and outside space at the farm, or have some fun add ons like farm tours, produce tastings, or even a gardening class.

Photo / Video Studio with Skyline View

Chicago | East Pilsen

$100 per hour
10
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This is Lumber Studios second studio space in Chicago! There are three large, north facing windows with a skyline view. The walls are a combination of white paint & tan brick, and the space gets tons of beautiful natural light. There are a few pieces of basic furniture which can be moved around easily; these items include desks, chairs, mirrors and plants. We recently walled off the corner nook for a podcast production area. A studio manager will be on-site to assist for the duration of your shoot; when not helping out, they'll be in the podcast area working on their own projects and out of your way.

Spacious Dance Studio in Albany Park

Chicago | East Albany Park

$80 per hour
70
Our spacious Dance studio is perfect for your next event! Within our 1200 sq. Ft. space we offer a closing sitting area complete with sofa and coffee table. You can bring your own food and beverages. The venue is perfect for both larger gatherings and events as well as more intimate purposes. We offer a clean naturally lit venue as well as tables and chairs. You may rearrange the furniture for the duration of the event to fit your needs. The space can hold at least 70 people. Your welcome to check it out your self ahead of time to make sure it’s exactly what you need an even to start planning your event! You can contact us to make an appointment to come and see the studio.

Modern Industrial Rental Studio

Chicago | West Town

$175 per hour
100
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This is not your standard rental space. Originally built for a cobbler in the 1900’s,until it transitioned into a zinc foundry for the last 50 years. The foundry was even rumored to cast oscar awards at this very spot! We underwent a major renovation, bringing this little slice of history into a modern open concept photo-studio while maintaining it’s original industrial vibe. We’ve been delighted to host a variety of amazing projects and events. This creative, urban space is just waiting for your next shoot, production, pop-up, dinner party or that "amazing" event you are looking to throw!

Large, sunny office space & meeting rooms

Chicago | Avondale

$125 per hour
70
We are a coworking space (shared office space), with 1 large open workspace, and 3 smaller breakout rooms, a large open area kitchen, 3 private phone booths, large windows & skylights with a lot of natural light coming in. We're great for professional events like classes, workshops, trainings, meetings, networking events, ideation sessions, presentations, seminars, etc.

Unique, beautiful, versatile and spacious

Chicago | Logan Square

$150 per hour
100
You will love the unique, expansive and versatile nature of our studio. It has been designed with your production needs in mind and we are here to help you have the shoot or corporate event possible.

Creative Commercial Space in Pilsen

Chicago | Lower West Side

$200 per hour
200
Responds within an hour
5200sqft bow truss single tenant building at the heart of Pilsen. The space is built out with full kitchen, full bathroom/shower, office space. Central air and heat. Attached car garage in the back. Bring your events over!

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