Max Seated
250
Max Reception
750
Near Public Transit, City Center
Cultural Institution, Historic, Meeting/Conference Space, Traditional
Chicago Symphony Orchestra
220 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL 60604
In addition to performances by some of the world's greatest classical, jazz and pop artists, Symphony Center also hosts first-class special events, including catered receptions and private concerts. Symphony Center offers a variety of elegant spaces that can be the setting for everything from an intimate breakfast to the most grand wedding.
Max Seated
250
Max Reception
750
Near Public Transit, City Center
Cultural Institution, Historic, Meeting/Conference Space, Traditional
Banquet (sit-down): 250
Reception (standing): 350
Theatre (rows of chairs): 350
Buntrock Hall
Often used for rehearsals by the Chicago Symphony Chorus and Civic Orchestra of Chicago, this contemporary space is ideal for chamber performances, seated dinners, reception, lectures, trade shows and meetings.
Forte Bar: 70
Forte Dining Room: 135
Private Conductor's Room: 30
Forte
Adding to the options at Symphony Center, the Forte Adams Street restaurant space is now exclusively a private event space. A versatile space featuring a beautiful mirrored back and marble bar, street facing windows, and direct access to Symphony Center. The dining room and private Conductor�s room both feature an enchanting view of the side garden surrounded in windows with lots of natural light.
Banquet (sit-down): 150
Reception (standing): 200
Armour Stage
Since 1904, the Armour Stage has been home to the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and the site of thousands of performances by musical legends ranging from Toscanini to B.B. King. In addition to concerts, the Armour Stage offers a unique setting for cocktail receptions, seated dinners and meetings.
9th Floor Banquet (sit-down): 120
9th Floor Reception (standing): 150
9th Floor Theatre (rows of chairs): 80 (with obstructions)
8th Floor Banquet (sit-down): 80
8th Floor Reception (standing): 100
8th Floor Theatre (rows of chairs): 100
8th and 9th Floors Banquet (sit-down): 200
8th and 9th Floors Reception (standing): 250
Richard and Helen Thomas Club, 8th and 9th floors
Occupying the eighth and ninth floors of Symphony Center, The Club at Symphony Center offers guests a spectacular view, handsome interior and delicious food prepared by The Club's talented culinary staff. It is available for private parties and the perfect spot for luncheons, dinners and receptions for business or social occasions.
210 Seated | 280 Seated (Theatre) | 280 Reception
Grainger Ballroom
Perhaps one of the most elegant special event venues in Chicago, the Grainger Ballroom is the ideal location for wedding receptions, meetings and pre- or postconcert entertaining. High ceilings embellished with Austrian crystal chandeliers and sconces, and an extraordinary view overlooking Michigan Avenue provide an atmosphere your guests will not soon forget.
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