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Downtown Chicago

Best Wedding Venues

Say "I do" at One of the Best Wedding Venues in Downtown Chicago

Ready to wed the love of your life? Make it a day to remember at Congress Plaza Hotel & Convention Center. Conveniently located in the heart of Chicago, our historic venue is the perfect place to share "I do's." As one of the premier wedding venues in downtown Chicago, we spare no detail in ensuring that you have the ceremony of your dreams. 

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Your Love, Our Legacy

Originally built in 1893, the Congress Plaza Hotel & Convention Center is a Chicago landmark. Whether you're having a more low-key ceremony or are hosting an all-out spectacular, our coveted Chicago downtown wedding venues are some of the city's favorite spots to get hitched. The Congress hotel is also known as the "home of the presidents" due to all the high-profile guests it has hosted over the years. Now, you can be one of them when you say "I do" at one of the best wedding venues in downtown Chicago, IL. 

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Our Venues

Exchange vows in the beautiful Florentine room, which can host up to 300 guests. For banquets, it can host up to 180, so prepare for a legendary reception. The majestic Gold room can host formal affairs of up to 400 people, with dinners of up to 290. Whatever type of celebration you have planned, our venues are sure to please. Fun fact: the Gold Room was the first ballroom in America to use air-conditioning. If you're seeking downtown Chicago wedding venues with a view, you've come to the right place. Our iconic location oversees Michigan Avenue and Grant Park, so you can enjoy panoramic views with the one you love most. 

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Our Location

Located in the heart of Chicago's vibrant downtown district, our wedding venues in downtown Chicago give you easy access to the city's finest. Experience everything that Chicago has to offer, from premium shopping and dining to nightlife, entertainment and so much more. All the excitement of downtown Chicago awaits just minutes from your front door when you book your wedding at Congress Plaza Hotel & Convention Center. 

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We are Honored to Host Your Special Day at Congress Plaza Hotel

You and your guests have the option and convenience of spending the night of your wedding in our comfortable rooms, steps from all of Chicago's top attractions.

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