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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
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
This unique and transformative venue is housed on the second floor of a converted factory rich with history and character. The space features two distinct sides, and boasts a spacious 4,800 sq ft that can be used for private events or creative productions.
Where traditional meets modern; our loft is designed with the foundation of a minimalist aesthetic, showcasing natural elements and textures, with clean lines. By infusing modern pieces, and the intentional use of color and shapes, we have designed a vibrant and visually stimulating environment, with special moments throughout the space.
Each side showcases 12 ft ceilings, large windows, and an open floor plan.. While the East side feels light, bright, and a touch more modern, the West side feels warm, homey, and moody. Additionally, the West side features a bar, and bonus "Blue Room" in the rear, which can be used as a cocktail lounge, kids zone, video village, extra seating, or any other special space you might need for your event or shoot.
Rental also includes:
7 8ft tables
60 chairs
Dinner seating for 50
1 large couch
2 loveseat
1 daybed
1 projector
1 whiteboard
SONOS soundsystem throughout
**Please inquire for wedding requests**
We would love to host you!
This space is a plant-loving, black & brown-centered creative, healing, rotating gallery and event space for artists, healers, businesses, brands and organizations. As a Black woman owned studio, this place is a unique and necessary community-driven incubator dedicated to promoting alternative healing as a foundation to the creative process.
The space is home to amenities such as a healing room with a community library, a full service recording studio, and a mid-size event space for educational, community, wellness, and art-driven projects.
Our 2,500 sq ft production space is conveniently located in Chicago’s West Loop. 24’ x 24' stage with a seamless 2-wall cyclorama and grid-mounted RGB LED lighting.
With two fiber Internet lines, edit bays, a remote production control room, and free parking, Mainstage Chicago is a future-proofed production space fit for the growing needs of Chicago’s creative community
This Space is ideal for:
- Live Streaming
- Hybrid Events
- Video and photo shoots
- Corporate events
- Music video productions
- Food based productions (in our full kitchen)
- Community Events
Included In Every Rental:
- 24' x 24' x 12' cyclorama stage
- Permanent Cyc lighting with 6 DMX-controlled, full RGB Litepanel Gemini 2x1s (Adjustments to Cyc lighting made by staff only)
- Basic Grip equipment: C-Stands, Apple Boxes, Sandbags, Stingers
- Bonded Fiber Internet
- Wi-Fi for work devices, hardlined Internet for broadcast control
- Full kitchen (with a fridge stocked with La Croix)
- Lounge area
- 1 restroom with shower
- Dressing Area with steamer, full length mirror and clothing rack
- 2 six foot tables, 6 high stools, 4 folding chairs
- COVID-friendly work areas
- Dog-friendly work space
- 2 dedicated parking spots
- Free street parking in neighborhood
- 1st floor access - no stairs or elevator
- Studio Manager on site
Additional Features Available:
- Load-in/setup half-day
- Production staffing with our in-house crew of creatives, technicians, and producers
- Camera, lighting, audio, and broadcast equipment rentals
- Seamless backdrops in a variety of colors
- Access to turn-key broadcast control room with vMix capabilities
Painting
Our stage floor will be cleaned and ready upon your arrival. Clients can request a fresh coat of white paint up to 48 hours before their rental for a $150 fee.
The Cyc floor and walls must be returned in the same condition in which they were rented. Renters are responsible for the labor and materials to return the stage back to clean white per Studio's discretion.
The Cyc may be painted a color other than white for a fee of $500 + the cost of paint and supplies. This includes necessary prep, paint, and dry time before and after the rental period to restore the stage to white. All painting must be done by Mainstage staff.
All other painting requests will be discussed on a case by case basis.
No smoking at all, no weed, no narcotics, no inappropriate behavior in the space. Please be clean and don't leave any trash after yourself.
Located In Fulton Market, our studio offers a beautiful quiet and professional workspace for photo shoots & video productions, as well as meetings & events. Space has 60" smart tv, sofa, microwave, mini fridge, mounted backdrops, bluetooth speaker, wifi.
We have 700 square ft available with 15 foot ceilings.
A separate room that could used as a makeup or dressing room, or even an additional place to shoot. Equipped with a sofa, stylist chair, and 55 inch Tv (Not included inquire to add to booking)
White 9' backdrop is included with the booking. Colored paper backdrops are an additional fee at $10 per roll.
Current available backdrop colors: White, Artic, Blue, Yellow (gold), Black.
Stands available as well -Mathews C-stand w/ Kupo arm (Add On) , neewer stands included
LIGHTING (Not Included with Rental):
Godox Sl150ii continuous light available available ($20 per 4hours)
Ring Light $5 per booking.
(please inquire).
Lounge area that could be used to film as well, Includes sofa, 60" Lg Smart TV.
Additional Table, chairs available upon request
Located in West Town near Fulton Market, our space is lively, bright, and perfect for your next event. Our space is home to artists, creatives, and passionate folks in Chicago.
A great open space for meetings, parties, get-togethers, and more. The Whole Space Rental includes use of the large main Coworking area and the Conference room.
Our Space Includes a kitchenette and 2 refrigerators for food and drinks. The space is BYOB and you can bring and serve any food or drink you want!
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!
Our event space is perfect for any gathering. We offer several different layout options within our space depending on the event. With our full basketball court, the space can remain open for activities, or we can have tables, couch, and chairs for seating. The space has a container bar that includes seating for 8, along with a second level over the bar that overlooks the entire space. We have a 150" LED wall which can be split any which way to watch games or project accordingly. Lighting and be dimmed and intimate or bright. The golf simulator is the highest grade out there and offers all of the top courses in the country. This is a great space for birthday parties, wedding receptions, photoshoots, pop-ups or any corporate gathering.
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!
Weekday Events (Mon-Thurs) or Sat afternoon & Sun evening
Rent out our beautiful rustic space that features a charming fireplace, all-seasons Beer Garden that is heated but not air-conditioned. Great for meetings, weddings, baby & bridal showers, dinners and more!
Rate: $250/hour with 3 hour minimum
Monday-Thursday 9am-midnight
Saturday - 9am-4pm
These rates do not include Staff
We have a lot of flexibility with the different spaces:
1. Cozy 2nd Floor Lounge - The Lodge. (no elevator) Seats 60 | Reception 90
2. All-weather Beer Garden - Seats 70-90 | Reception 100 + 30 in warm months in the outdoor patio
3. First Floor Buyout - Beer Garden + Dining Room - Seats 160 | Reception 250
In-house catering & bar service available for an extra cost
Microphone Available $50
DJ booth with mixer on main floor & in 2nd floor lounge
Smart TVs for presentations
2nd floor lounge - (2) projectors + projection screens
We require an on-site manager - $100/hour
This space has been utilized in many ways such as wedding/bridal/baby showers, birthday parties, wedding ceremonies and receptions, photoshoots, meetings, engagements and so much more!
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