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Colvin House
4.7 ★★★★★ 130 Google reviews · Garden wedding venue in Chicago, Illinois
Cozy building with lush gardens for events ranging from weddings to concerts.
Plan your tour
- Catering outside caterers welcome, going by reviews and the venue’s own info — confirm the policy (and any fees) before you book your caterer
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 773-654-2999
- Website colvinhouseevents.com — most venues book tours right on their site
Hours
| Monday | 9 am–5 pm |
| Tuesday | 9 am–5 pm |
| Wednesday | 9 am–5 pm |
| Thursday | 9 am–5 pm |
| Friday | 9 am–5 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The setting
“This is a spectacular mansion full of wonder and pristine glamour that you cannot see anywhere else.”
“Huge thanks to the team for keeping this historic spot so well-maintained and inviting; it’s clear how much care and effort goes into making it special.”
Amenities couples mention
“We had our outdoor ceremony in the courtyard, and it couldn’t have been more perfect – the setting was beautiful, and it felt intimate and special.”
“Great wedding spot with the lake across the street.”
“The pricing for the space, food, and open bar was straightforward and took a lot of stress out of coordinating different vendors.”
What couples say again and again
“The stained glass in the house is amazing, and all the rooms I toured were restored beautifully to be historically accurate yet also functional for co-working and hosting events.”
“On the day of, the entire staff went above and beyond.”
“The team, especially Sara and Laura, were amazing planners who ensured that everything went smoothly and helped bring our vision to life.”
“Huge thanks to the team for keeping this historic spot so well-maintained and inviting; it’s clear how much care and effort goes into making it special.”
From the reviews
The house is an absolutely stunning venue.It's an excellent place for working or holding meetings. It’s also just perfect for a wedding. Its spacious areas offer plenty of room for photographs, creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Our wedding venue and we were extremely happy with everything ❤️ The team was professional and went above and beyond to make our wedding the most memorable experience 💯The venue is just hard to describe in words. Just magnificent. Perfect place for a wedding or other get togethers
A wonderful venue for having large gatherings along with smaller ones. Great for discussions and events.
Extremely pleasurable experience wonderful if you’re a history buff add a pinch of jazz and 19th century spark! Guys.This is a spectacular mansion full of wonder and pristine glamour that you cannot see anywhere else. Very pleased with Angela as she provided my group a stellar tour!
Getting married at Colvin House
Colvin House comes up for weddings — confirmed on their own site. Two things make the tour worth it. First, see the garden at the time of day and season you'd actually get married — a garden that glows at golden hour in June can look very different at noon in March, so ask what's in bloom for your date and walk the path your guests take from parking to ceremony to reception. Second, bring your real questions: the rain plan (where does the ceremony move, and does it hold everyone?), shade and bugs for a summer afternoon, the catering and bar policy, the music curfew, and exactly what's included — tables, chairs, setup, and teardown are where quotes quietly diverge. Popular garden dates book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what's open in your season before you leave.
Corporate events & private parties at Colvin House
Reviews and the venue's own info mention corporate events, retreats, or private parties at Colvin House — garden venues often have real weekday availability since weddings claim the weekends. A quick call answers the three things that matter: weekday and off-season rates, whether the space works for your headcount and A/V needs, and what catering is allowed. If your event lands on a Friday or Saturday in wedding season, ask early.
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