Chicago Athletic Association
A Historic Downtown Chicago Wedding Venue with Unmatched Character
Housed within one of the city’s most iconic landmark buildings, the Chicago Athletic Association is a stunning blend of Gilded Age grandeur and modern sophistication. Overlooking Millennium Park and Lake Michigan, this hotel offers a collection of Chicago wedding venues that capture the romance, history, and energy of the city. From ornate ballrooms to intimate lounges, every space within this century-old building tells a story, making it an unforgettable backdrop for your wedding day.
The Chicago Athletic Association is renowned for its rich architectural details, intricate woodwork, stained glass, marble staircases, and vintage-inspired lighting that evokes the elegance of a bygone era. The hotel’s event spaces range from the grand White City Ballroom, ideal for classic black-tie receptions, to the more intimate Madison Ballroom or the rooftop spaces offering sweeping skyline views. Whether your vision leans timeless and traditional or modern and romantic, this wedding venue in Chicago offers the flexibility to create a celebration that reflects your unique style.
At Wedicity, we love working with couples at the Chicago Athletic Association because every event feels distinct and deeply personal. Our team brings expertise in transforming the venue’s storied rooms into spaces that feel fresh, inviting, and seamlessly coordinated, from sophisticated ceremony setups to candlelit dinner receptions that showcase the venue’s old-world charm and modern elegance.
Why Engaged Couples Love Chicago Athletic Association
For couples who love history, architecture, and a touch of grandeur, the Chicago Athletic Association is one of the best wedding reception venues in Chicago. Located right on Michigan Avenue, it offers a central location that’s as convenient as it is picturesque. Guests can stay on-site in the hotel’s beautifully restored guest rooms and enjoy the property’s renowned dining and cocktail spaces, including Cindy’s Rooftop, a favorite spot for pre-wedding events or after-parties with panoramic lake views.
Every wedding here feels like a chapter in Chicago’s story, one filled with romance, hospitality, and timeless beauty. The venue’s signature blend of historic detail and contemporary design makes it ideal for couples who want to celebrate in style while honoring the city’s architectural heritage. Whether you envision a ceremony framed by marble columns, cocktails in the Drawing Room, or dinner beneath soaring ceilings, the Chicago Athletic Association provides a setting that’s as breathtaking as your love story.
When you plan your wedding here with Wedicity, you gain a team that knows this iconic venue inside and out. We handle every element, design, logistics, and coordination — to ensure your day flows effortlessly. Together, we’ll create a celebration that honors the past, embraces the present, and sets the tone for your future together.
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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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