Artifact Events
A Chicago Wedding Venue with Vintage Charm and Modern Style
Located in Chicago’s vibrant Ravenswood neighborhood, Artifact Events is a one-of-a-kind space that beautifully blends history, architecture, and art. Once an industrial warehouse, the venue has been thoughtfully restored into one of the city’s most unique and versatile wedding venues in Chicago. With its exposed brick walls, dramatic steel beams, and elegant courtyard, Artifact Events offers couples a setting that feels equal parts vintage and modern, the perfect backdrop for a celebration that’s full of character and style.
Artifact Events features multiple event spaces, allowing couples to design their day exactly as they envision it. The two-level interior includes soaring ceilings, a grand staircase, and large open floor plans that can be transformed to suit any aesthetic. The outdoor courtyard, with its cobblestone walkways and café lighting, provides a beautiful option for ceremonies, cocktail hours, or late-night mingling under the stars. Whether your vision is romantic and candlelit or contemporary and bold, this Chicago wedding venue offers the flexibility to make it uniquely yours.
At Wedicity, we love helping couples bring the story of Artifact Events to life. Our planning team uses the venue’s architectural details, from the brick arches to the iron railings, as inspiration for custom lighting, décor, and floral design. We ensure every element of your day works harmoniously within the space, creating a wedding that feels authentic, stylish, and completely personal.
Why Engaged Couples Love Artifact Events
Few wedding venues Chicago offers capture the city’s creative spirit quite like Artifact Events. The building’s mix of historic character and modern amenities makes it ideal for couples who want a sophisticated celebration with an urban edge. Its multi-level layout allows for seamless transitions between ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception, while the open design encourages dynamic, interactive events that keep guests engaged all night long.
The courtyard is a particular favorite, perfect for outdoor ceremonies in the summer or cozy evening gatherings lit by string lights. Inside, the warm textures of brick and wood contrast beautifully with sleek metal finishes, creating a setting that feels both intimate and grand. Every inch of the venue is rich with photo opportunities, from the vintage architectural details to the large windows that flood the rooms with natural light.
Wedicity’s team knows how to make the most of this flexible, design-driven venue. We coordinate every aspect of your day, from vendor setup and guest flow to décor installation and timing, so you can focus on enjoying the celebration. For couples searching for a wedding venue in Chicago that’s equal parts elegant, creative, and timeless, Artifact Events remains one of the city’s top choices.
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Next Steps
Inquire
Complete our inquiry form, and we'll get back to you promptly to schedule a 30-minute consultation discovery call — where we can connect and learn about your wedding dreams.
Consultation Discovery Call
During your discovery session, we’ll get to know you and your fiancé, discuss what’s most important to you, the level of planning and design you’re seeking, and start envisioning your dream wedding weekend. You'll also learn about our approach, and if we’re a good fit, we’ll schedule a proposal review to move forward.
Proposal Review
In the Proposal Review, we’ll outline what you can expect working with us, go over our full planning and design process, and answer all your questions. You’ll leave this meeting feeling excited, confident, and ready to move forward with a trusted partner by your side!
On-Boarding & Kick-Off Call
The Wedicity Planning Experience officially begins! We’ll get you onboarded into our planning platform and schedule an initial Kick-Off Call. Prior to the call, you'll complete our Wedding Party Questionnaire and Wedding Foundation Guide — helping us get to know you, your priorities, and vision for your day.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
At Wedicity, diversity, inclusion, and love in all forms are at the heart of what we do.
We are proud to be a LGBTQ+ Friendly, Denomination-Wide, and Racially/Culturally Inclusive wedding planning team — leading with a service-first mentality and a passion for creating joyful, meaningful celebrations.
Hate has no place here. Love is Love!
Our Locations
At Wedicity, as a destination Wedding planning service, we offer our services across the country and in various worldwide destinations from coast to coast, including New York, Southern California, Aspen, Italy, Amalfi Coast, and Paris. Our team of expert wedding planners and event designers are ready to create unforgettable experiences for you and your guests.
To learn more about our planning and design services and how we can help you plan your dream wedding, please contact us using the form above. Our team is based out of Chicago and services weddings from City to Coast!
Looking to get away for an intimate wedding celebration or bring the entire family to a destination wedding abroad? Pack your bags and we'll take care of the rest! Serving the US and beyond.
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