Wheelchair-accessible car park
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Ravenswood Event Center in Chicago
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Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, US
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Wheelchair-accessible entrance
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My husband and I had our wedding at Ravenswood Event Center on 6/22/19 and we could not have been more happy with the experience. The team is wonderful to work with. In all our meetings Aly was really prepared and also offered great suggestions on vendors and how to make our day run smoothly. All this planning really showed during our wedding! We received so many compliments on the space and we did not need much decor to make it interesting and unique which was important. The food was great and being able to choose and bring in our own alcohol was a game changer. Absolutely would recommend to anyone looking for a great place to have their wedding in Chicago!! Thank you to Aly and the team for an amazing day we will never forget!
I had my ceremony, cocktail hour, and the reception at Ravenswood and could not be happier with the venue, staff, and overall service provided. Jen H. was our coordinator and I don’t know how we would have done it without her. She was on top of every detail, communicating with me for months before and vendors for the weeks leading up and day of. I could go on and on about all the details of the service she provided. Not only was was their service 5 stars, but guests were coming up to us about how cool the actual space was. Our photographer loved taking pictures in the space as well. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!
Cannifest was amazing the roof top patio is where its at
This place was high class and the collection of cars there and neon lights were awesome. The building was restored to a high level of class. Spoke to the owner and he was down to earth and very kind. This place had 3 levels and can be rented out for special events, weddings, parties with a twist of class.
We are so happy that we chose to celebrate our wedding at Ravenswood Event Center (REC) which is so much more than just a wedding venue!! First of all, the space itself was beautiful and was one of the first things that sold us (we had cocktail hour on the 3rd floor/Atrium, dinner on the 2nd floor/Loft, then went back to the 3rd floor/Atrium for dancing!) The massive windows, natural light/view of the sunset, and magical twinkling café lights created the coolest vibe that our guests loved as well. Second, Aly is the best coordinator ever! From the very beginning, she was super on top of every detail and helped us to create the day that we’d dreamed of. Not every wedding venue has a built-in coordinator, and it was so comforting knowing that Aly was there to help everything run smoothly, and she was awesome to work with as well. Third, THE FOOD. Ask anyone who’s ever attended a wedding here, it was amazing. We opted for family style which our guests loved, and we still have people telling us how great the food was. I don’t think you can beat the value REC provides compared to other wedding venues in Chicago (a reasonable price for a beautiful, unique space, an extremely attentive coordinator, the BEST food, and a full staff… amazing!) Thank you so much to the REC staff!
I was here the other weekend for a wedding and this facility was the perfect venue. Everything was well done and the staff couldnt have been friendlier. The view from the top of the building is lovely and the light coming into through the windows is excellent. The atmosphere of the facility is relaxed and professional. Great food and service overall.
Hard to find. Elevator was out, my elderly, mobility-challenged mother had to climb four flights of stairs to get to the wedding ceremony. Ceremony room was hot, as the a/c was not working. It was a unique wedding venue however.
Beautiful building. Nice layout
Beautiful event center. Its the most unique place Ive been to. The vehicle display and neon lights were by favorite part. It was a really fun wedding venue.
This place is awesome! The vintage neon signs and the bad@$$ cars were so cool!!
I visited the Ravenswood Event Center this past weekend of the Show of Hands art/craft show. It was the perfect space for the event. It was very chilly and never too crowded. I would love to see what other events are hosted in this space.
Great space! Went there for the Taste of Ravenswood. Id totally host a wedding reception or big party here. Fun vintage signs and old cars.
Beautiful space on three distinct levels. The top floor is stunning, with high ceilings and large windows. The middle floor is a great reception space, with lots of windows on two sides of the main room. The first floor is has great skylights and vintage neon signs on the walls.
This venue is BEAUTIFUL! I am a big believer in preserving the past and the renovators of this facility really did preserve its honor. 3 floors of event space. Gorgeous floor to ceiling windows on the 3rd floor, nostalgic signs - I am guessing ones produced there back in the day, and sweet antique sports cars. I attended an event there with the company and I really loved it. As a caterer, I will definitely promote it to my clients.
Went here for a wedding. Absolutely beautiful space! Lots of exposed brick, beautiful floors and gorgeous space!
This is an awesome venue. I have been to a conference here and loved it.
Cool place!
Plenty of free parking, you might have to use stairs so be warned there is only one elevator. Beautiful venue though!
Such a fun time in Chicago!
Neat place. Did an escape room here and had lots of fun!
Great space for event, especially for wedding
Good space, lots of nice Americana art and some gorgeous cars
Decent venue. Went up there for the voyager party for New years. Not sure what happened but they decided to cancel the after party last minute.
Great for special events, nice cars on display too.
Was here for Taste of Ravenswood. Place is wonderful. This is a yearly event. Different events are held here like weddings and such.
Attended private event here. Very cool place. Lots of very nice cars and neon displayed.
Had a blast at the pizza party.
Went here for defenders of the triforce, space worked great for the event!
Went for new years eve party. Very nice venue with three levels and a variety of bands/music
I went there for the Chicago Pizza Party. It was my first time visiting there. It was actually pretty cool.
Theres a really awesome staffer here named Mike who is the greatest.
Ravenswood Event Center provided us the wedding of our dreams. We had 150 people in the Industrial Ballroom and every time my Wife and I met with either Andy, Aly or Jen, they each made us feel like we were their most important client and would drop everything to fulfill any of our requests. The Ravenswood staff was impeccable and were incredibly attentive to not only us, but our guests, as well. The kitchen was superb and made sure our dinner was not just another wedding dinner. Oscar put together several food stations so people could get up and mingle and eat as they pleased...also the late night snack was homemade pizza cakes (my absolute favorite!). If you are planning to have your wedding in Chicago and having a hard time figuring out where to hold your ceremony and reception, do yourself a favor and choose REC. From your first walk through to the last dance, REC provides a celebration that is guaranteed to be an unbelievable and unforgettable experience.
Had a wonderful wedding & reception there. A great venue
Beautiful event space... interesting eclectic collection of cars and neon business signs.
Cool venue!!
Went to a beautiful wedding here. Great use of space!
Where else can you see a future Mother in law for someone drunk on mimosas at 11
Amazing place
Nice & near downtown event place
Great place for any event
Wonderful space!
Great wedding venue
Fun for everyone
Kinda disappointed.
Good venue
Total reviews rating 4.7
55 Reviews for Ravenswood Event Center 2023:
Review №1
2022-06-13If you are looking for a wedding venue with naturally gorgeous style, exceptional food, and an organized team that will make the day stress-free, look no further than Ravenswood Event Center. Let’s start with the style – the space itself is naturally gorgeous and bright with massive windows in the Atrium. This is a truly great space for a ceremony and comfortably fits all guests. You can then go back up later for dancing! The Loft space is fantastic for cocktail hour and dinner and still has great style. Minimal decorations are needed because the space speaks for itself. Guests were loving the views and how unique the space was, and some family members spent a lot of time downstairs, by a collection of unique cars. Something that’s not clearly shown on their website is the patio space, which makes the space even better! There’s a massive patio off the Loft and the Atrium. With gorgeous weather, the guests will be on the patio space to get a break from the dancing – it’s a beautiful addition. Another key point is the food, which is directly from the venue. We were invited to a tasting and were blown away – we didn’t change much about the menu! Guests raved most about the appetizers and salad, and said the main meal did not disappoint. We also did our desserts through them, which were great to have next to the dance floor. Another key point is the organized team. Carly is FANTASTIC and has experience in wedding planning. She helped with so many details, coordinated with venues, and gave helpful reminders about what was next. She was present the day of and made sure everything ran smoothly. My husband and I have no regrets about choosing Ravenswood Event Center and highly recommend them to anyone who wants a unique venue that guests will not stop raving about for weeks after the celebration.
Review №2
2022-06-05Amazing car collection. Was walking by and spotted them through the door, and popped in to take a look.
Review №3
2022-04-13Cute and comfy spot perfect for dancing to live music, smoking on the rooftop patio, or anything at all. I was there to visit Cannifest Chicago and the venue vibes were incredible for an expo, the staff was top notch, and I cant wait to come back!
Review №4
2018-01-23I went here for Open House Chicago and fell in love with this space. There are three distinct areas to hold a special event and the cars can either be on display or they can be covered up. On the top level there is a massive open area where they used to paint billboard signs that we were told most people have their wedding ceremony. The middle are we were told is used for a cocktail area before heading downstairs for dinner. We did not use them for our wedding as they were a little difficult to work with on scheduling but I have been to events here since.
Review №5
2019-01-14I give the Ravenswood Event Center five stars. We were there for a wedding on a Friday night in early January, and the event venue was very hip and interesting. As a converted factory they did a great job Remodeling and adapting their banquet facilities which allows for quality catered events to be held there. We had dinner on one level and then we went to the second upper level for dancing and dessert. What an awesome 40 foot ceiling and 40 foot window-scape! Parking was very easy, and it was very easy to navigate in and out of this part of Chicago.
Review №6
2021-10-01We were recently married at Ravenswood Event Center and couldnt be happier with how the entire process went. The planning process was thorough and comprehensive. We always felt well taken care of. A huge selling point for us was that REC does the catering, tables, chairs, linens, etc all in house which was a huge load off.The food was delicious and there was more than enough to go around. Service on the day of was attentive and generous.All of our guests were impressed by the design and beauty of the venue. The natural light in the atrium is unbeatable, and the indoor/outdoor access was great for some of our guests to be able to escape the dance floor.Cant recommend REC and their services enough!
Review №7
2021-11-13Went to a Wedding here recently and a great interesting space. Who knew this facility was there. Its a nice hidden gem. Different levels for the event was nice to keep things moving. The dinner was a bit disappointing. The chicken was what you would expect from a banquet place. I wish it was a bit better. The antique sports cars in the main rood were fun to look at and lit by some old classic Chicago neon signs. It was fun to see the signs and the cars and had a good time at the event. If you are looking for a nice event space check it out.
Review №8
2020-02-11Ravenswood Event Center is one of the coolest venues Ive ever seen. Its got a unique flair, and it can accommodate lots of people.We were here as a vendor of Indie Wed - a bridal expo... And we were impressed by the vibe of this venue
Review №9
2022-04-23We had a great time for CanniFest Chicago and will be back most certainly
Review №10
2019-02-16Not native to Ravenswood Event Center but it seems like a nice area. Hotel staff was pleasant and helpful. Room is decorated nicely. Wall color is a nice sage green. Furniture is a dark wood. The location is just down the street from the Blue Dome district. The Blue Dime district has a good selection of bars/ pubs and restaurants. There is even a bowling lounge. These are all within walking distance and it seems like a safe part of town.