event room rental in chicago
Venue Features
Historic and Adaptable for Your Event Needs
Located on 21st St. and State St. in downtown Chicago, Mae District is a profoundly historic yet adaptable 10,000-square-foot venue featuring an exclusive gathering space, open-air terrace, and event space. Just blocks from McCormick Place and close to Michigan Avenue, Grant Park, and Museum Campus, Mae District’s original exposed brick and steel beams set the standard for unforgettable event settings.
Our venue and services are designed to support every detail of your event, providing dedicated spaces, expert coordination, and flexible access to ensure a seamless and successful experience from start to finish:
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Event Concierge & On-Site Manager – A single point of contact to guide you seamlessly from planning through execution.
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Breakout Room – Ideal for workshops, team sessions, or private client meetings.
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Executive Green Room / Speaker Prep Area – A dedicated space for speakers and VIPs to prepare and relax.
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Multi-Day & Full-Day Access – Flexible access to the venue for setup, rehearsals, and extended event needs.
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Elevate your event with our full suite of modern amenities and customizable solutions, designed to create a seamless, professional, and memorable experience for every guest:
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Lucite Podium – Sleek and modern design that enhances speaker visibility and complements any event aesthetic.
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Fast, Reliable High-Speed Internet and WiFi – Ensure seamless connectivity for presentations, live streaming, and guest devices.
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Full AV and Presentation Packages Available – Professional audio-visual setups including microphones, projectors, screens, and technical support to make every presentation flawless.
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Venue Lighting Packages Available – Customizable lighting solutions to create the perfect ambiance and highlight key areas of your event.
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Corporate Branding and Identity with Flexible Layouts – Showcase your brand through step & repeat backdrops, signage, banners, and strategically placed identity elements to leave a lasting impression.
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Make your mark with customizable branding elements that seamlessly integrate into any event setup:
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Step & Repeat Backdrops – Create a picture-perfect moment for press, photo ops, and guest engagement.
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Signage & Wayfinding – Reinforce your brand identity while guiding guests effortlessly through the space.
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Exterior Banners & Event Signage – Extend your brand presence beyond the venue with eye-catching, high-impact displays.
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We also provide a range of complementary services to ensure your event runs smoothly:
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Coat Check –Convenient guest service to keep belongings secure.
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Lounge Furniture Set – Comfortable and stylish seating to create inviting social or networking areas.
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Draped Partitions – Flexible dividers to define spaces, add elegance, or enhance privacy.
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Tables, Chairs & Barstools – Versatile seating and surfaces to accommodate dining, meetings, or casual gatherings.
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Wedding Planning – Expert guidance to bring your vision to life from start to finish.
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Day-of Event Management – Seamless coordination so you can enjoy every moment stress-free.
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Vendor Management – Streamlined communication and oversight to ensure every partner delivers flawlessly.
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Package Drop-Off & Shipping Services – We'll assist with any package handling or shipping on your behalf
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The Palm Room
An Open and Spacious Atmosphere with a Perfect Aisle
With large windows filling the north wall of this room and rows of skylights lining the center aisle's 28 foot ceiling, The Palm Room is one of the most delightful party room rentals in Chicago, featuring incredible light and an open, spacious atmosphere. Restored herringbone flooring lends character to the space, while pure white walls create the perfect canvas for your upcoming event.
150 Seated
200 Reception
2,200 Sq Ft
40' x 55'
11' 6" Ceiling
Jades Room
The Perfect Setting for Cocktail Receptions and Seated Dinner
Jades features floor to ceiling windows stretch across the south facing wall of the room, allowing for a surplus of natural light. In addition to original steel beams, this space features a built-in bar surrounded by restored tile that beautifully complements the herringbone floor, creating a clean, industrial feel in the room.
150 Seated
200 Reception
2,000 Sq Ft
40' x 50'
16' 4" Ceiling
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Junes Room
Historic Settings, High Ceilings and Spacious
Junes is Mae District's center-most space, creating a bridge between the venue's two other main spaces. This historic Chicago party room features the same dark herringbone floor shared in its sister spaces, but with the added character of the building's original ceiling, which has been maintained since the early 1900's when it saw the likes of Al Capone and his cronies.
200 Seated
250 Reception
2,200 Sq Ft
40' x 55'
28' 10" Ceiling
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Junes Room
Historic Settings, High Ceilings and Spacious
Junes is Mae District's center-most space, creating a bridge between the venue's two other main spaces. It features the same dark herringbone floor shared in its sister spaces, but with the added character of the building's original ceiling, which has been maintained since the early 1900's when it saw the likes of Al Capone and his cronies.
200 Seated
250 Reception
2,200 Sq Ft
40' x 55'
28' 10" Ceiling
June + Jades
The Best of Both Worlds - Rent Them Together
Both Junes and Jades room can be combined in your rental to expand the quantity of guests you anticipate at your next event. Ask your consultant about June & Jades for the ultimate event party room.
300 Seated
400 Reception
4,000 Sq Ft
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The Secret Garden
Explore Our Hidden Outdoor Oasis Located Off The June Room
The Secret Garden, located just off of our June room, acts as an oasis in the City's buzzing downtown. This space features a private outdoor patio lined with greenery and strings of market lights. The occasional hum of the nearby train line creates a peaceful, urban atmosphere that truly make this space the best kept "secret" in Chicago.
50 Seated
50 Reception
1,000 Sq Ft
37' x 20'
Perfect For All Your Events
Finding the right event room rental for your upcoming celebration, meeting or other gathering is one of the most familiar event planning challenges. Your search ends at Chicago’s historic Mae District. Our banquet rooms for rent, private room event space and garden hold all types of events, from weddings to corporate events and baby showers.
Each of our spaces is unique and versatile. The Collection is an ideal private room for business meetings, while the secret garden hosts the most elegant summer bridal showers. Our large party rooms for rent, such as Junes and Jades, easily host wedding receptions, graduation parties and other milestone celebrations. Mae District has the ideal space for events of all sizes and occasions.
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