Build Something Exceptional
From all-hands meetings to black-tie galas, 815 provides the atmosphere your event deserves.
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Social & Corporate Events
If you’re looking for something beyond the typical ballroom or meeting hall, 815 offers warmth, character, and architectural beauty that elevate any professional or social gathering.
Ideal For
- Meetings & Conferences
- Holiday Parties
- Product Launches
- Networking Events
- Corporate Dinners
- Brand Activations
- Seminars & Workshops
Corporate-Friendly Features
- High-speed WiFi
- Customizable seating & stage setups
- AV-ready sound & lighting
- Breakout-friendly layout
- Bar & catering flexibility
- Perfect for both small teams & large-scale gatherings
A Corporate Event Venue in Chicago for Meetings and Product Launches
815 gives Chicago teams an alternative to a typical ballroom or meeting hall. The adaptable venue supports meetings and conferences, product launches, brand activations, networking events, corporate dinners, seminars, and workshops in a character-rich setting.
Plan the Room Around Your Program
Customizable seating and stage setups, AV-ready sound and lighting, high-speed WiFi, breakout-friendly areas, and flexible bar and catering options make it possible to shape the space around presentations, team sessions, guest networking, and launch-day programming.
Capacity, Availability, and Pricing
Event requirements vary by room layout and program. Contact 815 to discuss your preferred date, attendance, setup, and pricing, or explore the broader Chicago event venue options. Planning a different celebration? Visit the weddings page.
Chicago Gala & Holiday Party Venue
Plan a black-tie gala, company holiday party, fundraising celebration, or year-end gathering in an 8,000+ sq ft Chicago loft with flexible, multi-level event space. Exposed brick, timber beams, steel accents, and chandeliers create a distinctive setting that can adapt to formal dinners, presentations, cocktail receptions, and dancing.
Flexible layouts and event support
- Event configurations for gatherings of 40 to 220 guests
- Customizable seating and stage setups
- AV-ready sound and lighting
- High-speed WiFi and breakout-friendly spaces
- In-house catering and full bar service
- Valet service and nearby public parking options
Planning a fall or winter celebration? Book a tour to discuss your preferred date, guest count, layout, and event needs. You can also review the venue’s amenities and policies or contact the 815 team.
Gala & Holiday Party FAQs
How many guests can 815 accommodate?
The venue’s event spaces serve gatherings of 40 to 220 guests. The best configuration depends on whether your event includes seated dining, a stage, presentations, cocktails, or dancing.
Can the room be customized for a gala or holiday party?
Yes. Customizable seating and stage setups, AV-ready sound and lighting, and flexible multi-level spaces support a range of event formats.
Are catering and bar service available?
Yes. 815 offers in-house catering and full bar service. Contact the team to discuss menu and beverage options for your event.
How much does a gala or holiday party cost?
Pricing depends on the date, guest count, layout, catering, bar service, and other event requirements. Request a tailored proposal from the venue team.
How far ahead should we book, and is a deposit required?
Availability and booking terms vary by event date. For fall and winter celebrations, contact the team with your preferred date as early as possible to confirm availability, deposit requirements, and the planning timeline.
Holiday Party & Gala FAQs
Can 815 host company holiday parties in Chicago?
Yes. 815 is well suited to seasonal celebrations and company holiday parties, with warmth, character, and architectural beauty that elevate a festive gathering beyond the typical ballroom or meeting hall.
Is the venue a good fit for a black-tie gala?
Yes. From all-hands meetings to black-tie galas, 815 provides an elevated atmosphere with customizable seating and stage setups and AV-ready sound and lighting for programming, awards, and presentations.
What catering and bar options are available for holiday events and galas?
815 offers bar and catering flexibility, so menus and beverage service can be tailored to your holiday party or gala. High-speed WiFi is available for hybrid or presentation-driven programming.
Can the space scale from an intimate dinner to a large celebration?
Yes. The layout supports both small teams and large-scale gatherings, making it a flexible fit for intimate corporate dinners as well as larger holiday parties and galas.
Explore more about the venue on our home page, or see how the space works for productions on our Film & Photography page.