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West Town Loft/Art Space

Chicago | West Town

$225 per hour
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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

Logan Square Warehouse Mult-purp. Space

Chicago | Logan Square

$50 per hour
25
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4000 sq/ft Logan Square Warehouse Mult-purp. Space. We specialize in Photography/Videography Space (Equipment provided or natural light)The space can be used for portrait photography, videography, brand product shots, meeting space, or for your pop up event. In addition, this space is great for set design!

East Loop Conference Space

Chicago | New East Side

$80 per hour
6
Consider our Lincoln Park Conference Room for your next meeting! Your booking includes: WiFi Flat Screen Monitor Projector Conference phone White board Flip charts We pride ourselves on providing the best hospitality in the industry. After your booking contact us to discuss a variety of catering options and room customization for the best experience possible.

Former Spring Factory, Open Loft Concept!

Chicago | West Town

$150 per hour
15
This early 1900's warehouse loft was formerly a Prohibition era distillery, then a spring factory for several decades, and was recently converted into a open loft space with an award-winning kitchen design. The space has many original architectural elements including beams from the World's Fair, 14' ceilings, cast iron pulleys and wheels used to power production machinery, solid oak floors and various Chinese and Japanese elements. The kitchen won 2nd place in Signature Kitchens & Baths mag!

Spacious Dance Studio in Albany Park

Chicago | East Albany Park

$80 per hour
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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.

Spacious W. Chicago Video & Photo Studio

Chicago | East Garfield Park

$150 per hour
30
Our 10,000 sq. ft. studio on Chicago's West Side has been used as a stage and location for 100's of shoots. Equipped with two cycloramas, this space accommodates motion and still shoots of any size. The Studio Manager will be onsite all day for every rental. In-house and freelance crew referrals available upon request. Please confirm cyc needs including backdrop color before booking. Fresh coat of paint is available for extra charge if requested 48 hours in advance. This space is not a dedicated sound stage, stair access only. Additional lighting and grip rental list available upon request. * 30′ x 20′ x 12′ cyc * 15′ x 20′ x 12′ cyc * Cement floor, exposed brick walls * South facing 12′ windows * Full kitchen, green room / production area with wifi included * One bathroom with shower and separate changing room * 9' seamless backdrops available for rent in colors: light green, chroma green, cream, carnation, light blue, black and white * Great conference or meeting space * Includes use of 3 six foot tables, 3 director's chairs, 6 folding chairs, clothing rack * Rentals available for lighting, grip, additional production supplies and scenic flats * Smoking patio right off the stage * 2nd floor walk up, no elevator * Ample free street parking. public transportation: 4 blocks from Kedzie Green Line, adjacent to Kedzie Metra UP-W line

Apres Ski-themed 2-floor event space

Chicago | Near North

$310 per hour
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Guests can sit down at tables in the brick- and wood-lined space, where skis hang on the wall and a custom icicle chandelier is suspended from the ceiling. The venue also has a ski lift chair where you can sit down and snap a photo, but please leave your skis at home. FEATURES: Après Ski Decor Ski Lift Photo Op 2 Full-Service Bars 4 Restrooms Hardwood Floors Ski-Themed DJ Booth ADD-ONS: Images For TV's Private DJ's Custom LED Lighting

Modern & Creative Loft Space

Chicago | West Town

$250 per hour
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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: 1 large couch 2 loveseats 1 daybed 1 projector SONOS soundsystem throughout *Additional tables, chairs, and linens can be added for a small fee. *If you are a production, ask about our equipment closet add on **Please inquire for wedding requests** We would love to host you!

Spacious and Versatile Studio In Fulton

Chicago | West Town

$40 per hour
30
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

Modern Industrial Rental Studio

Chicago | West Town

$150 per hour
100
5
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!

Remote Office, With River and City Views

Chicago | West Loop

$66 per hour
5
This 270 sqft focus/phone room comfortably seats one to five people. Is a great space for an important phone call, video conference, or to buckle down and get some serious work done. Our modern conference center is the perfect place for your next meeting/ remote office use. Located in a Class A office building situated on the western bank of the Chicago River, our conference center boasts large east-facing windows with beautiful views of the Chicago River, the Civic Opera House, the Mercantile Exchange, and other buildings in The Loop. Getting here is easy too. We're just steps from Union Station and Ogilvie Station, walking distance from public transportation, and there are several public parking garages nearby. Extra $50 fee for after hours booking will be incurred. 2 hour minimum is required for events that start after 6 pm. Ideal uses of this space include important phone meetings, video conferences, interviews, small group discussions and more. CONFIGURATIONS & CAPACITY - Seats one to five people comfortably FEATURES - WiFi with business-grade internet - Complimentary coffee, tea, and filtered water - Whiteboard - Management of guest registration with building security - Convenient downtown location - Modern, ergonomic office furniture - Office Concierge to greet guests - Access to the business lounge AVAILABLE FEATURES (additional charges apply) - Flip chart paper - Additional meeting/breakout rooms available CATERING/FOOD & BEVERAGE We are happy to share our list of exclusive catering partners. Inquire for details. ABOUT NEIGHBORHOOD - Easy access by commuter rail, CTA, and by car. Divvy station on the west side of the building. - Restaurants in the building: Starbucks, Roti, and Just Salad - Nearby restaurants: Chipotle, Potbelly Sandwich Shop, Boston Blackies, Specialties Bakery, I Dream of Falafel, Yolk, Blaze Pizza, Naansense, and more CHECK OUT OUR OTHER ROOMS. Search using key words below -Modern & Well-Appointed Conference Space on the Western Bank of the River. -High-End Meeting Space with River Views. -Fully-Loaded Conference Space With Views of The Loop and the Chicago River. -Turnkey Meeting/Training Space in the West Loop. -Creativity Room in the West Loop. -Focus/Phone Room with Adjustable Standing Desk (One person office). -Focus/Phone Room in the West Loop (One person office).

Film and Photography Studio, West Loop

Chicago | West Town

$150 per hour
30
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.

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