Best Luxury Events In Chicago Near Me

4worldlovers: The Ivy Room is a full-service event space in a historic courtyard building right in the heart of Chicago’s River North neighborhood.

With a multitude of spaces and layout options, The Ivy Room is an ideal setting for cocktail parties, weddings, luncheons, meetings and galas all year long.

Work with our event planning and culinary teams to bring your vision to life.

Tucked away in the heart of River North, The Ivy Room's location is ideal for a business gathering. With unobstructed site lines, flexible floor plans and an on site events team, business meetings can finally be a joy to plan.

As a full-service event space, we provide nearly everything you need for a beautiful wedding ceremony and reception.

Our classic design elements will act as the perfect canvas for any creative vision.

4worldlovers: We’ve broken all the rules that say serious meetings can only happen in staid, boring conference rooms or hotel ballrooms. How did we do that? We created an environment that taps into creativity and innovation.

A million brilliant ideas have been born here since 2002. They impact the way you live, what you eat, the services you buy, how your community functions, the way you work, the way you play.

We expect a million more. Will your company’s next brilliant idea be one of them?

Every event deserves to be memorable, unique and one that guests can’t stop talking about. For years.

Gorgeous décor. Collectible vintage furniture. Great food & drinks. Supportive and helpful staff. Check, check, check and check!

Environment to engage the senses, disorient to embrace diverse thinking and encourage productive play


We’re more than just Chicago’s most creative meeting and event venue…

Our sprawling rooms. Our provocative décor. Our inspiring sense of play.

It’s all designed to make your experience all it can be…

“Having co-facilitated strategic planning workshops for the global HR leadership team of a 17,000-employee manufacturing company, and the executive leadership team of a specialty performance wear start-up at their corporate offices AND at Catalyst Ranch, I experienced firsthand the significant positive difference Catalyst Ranch’s environment made in the participants’ level of energy, focus and involvement, and in the quality of our experience and results…. “

“The whole team at Catalyst Ranch made for a stress-free wedding planning process… All of our guests were pleasantly surprised by how unique our wedding was. Everyone especially let loose with the built-in photo booth where they could really show their true colors… I would recommend this place for couples who want a unique experience that reflects their quirky personalities.”

4worldlovers: Masterfully curating romantic celebrations with a personal touch for discerning clients in Chicago and beyond, Led by Akeshi Akinseye's artful vision.

Immerse Yourself In The Art of Luxury Celebrations, Masterfully Curated by Kesh Events.

Akeshi Akinseye is a highly accomplished multi-hyphenate, known for her exceptional skills as a party and wedding planner, floral designer, event designer, lifestyle expert, author, speaker, podcast host, and entrepreneur. Her unwavering dedication to bringing elegance and sophistication to every celebration has made her one of the most sought-after experts in the industry.

As the founder and CEO of Kesh Events, a renowned luxury planning and design firm, Akeshi has curated events for discerning clients across the globe. Her creativity, attention to detail, and exceptional eye for design have earned her recognition as one of the best wedding planners in America by Brides and a top wedding planner by PartySlate.

Akeshi's work and insights have been featured in a plethora of national publications, including People Magazine, ELLE Decor, Architectural Digest, Brides, Grace Ormonde Wedding Style, Inside Weddings, Modern Luxury Weddings, Munaluchi Bride, PartySlate, The New York Times, WedLuxe, ESPN, Yahoo, ABC, and more. She is also a best-selling author, with her books "The Art of Floral and Event Design" and "Festive Tables" garnering widespread acclaim.

Welcome to Kesh Events, where we transform dreams into reality with our exceptional event design and planning expertise. Specializing in luxury weddings and celebrations, our global team of creative professionals is dedicated to curating bespoke experiences that surpass your every expectation. Our approach is deeply rooted in blending exceptional artistry and meticulous attention to detail. We tailor every aspect of your celebration to your unique vision, creating a symphony of elegance, style, and sophistication that leaves a lasting impression on you and your guests.

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The day you say "I do" is a magical milestone in your life's journey. At Kesh Events, we take pride in our full-service planning expertise that ensures every aspect of your celebration is seamlessly orchestrated. From scouting the perfect location and assembling a top-notch team of creative partners to styling the event and managing every intricate detail, we provide the ultimate peace of mind for your special day.

With our wealth of design experience, Kesh Events offers more than just a planning service. Our dedicated design team meticulously styles each element of your event, crafting an enchanting ambiance that reflects your unique love story. Trust in our expertise and passion to create an unforgettable experience that will be cherished for a lifetime.

Recognized as one of the nation's premier design firms, Kesh Events is synonymous with meticulous attention to detail and impeccable taste. We provide full event décor services for a wide array of celebrations, ensuring that every facet of your event exudes elegance and sophistication.

Our pride lies in transforming a simple concept into a breathtaking reality, and we achieve this by working closely with our talented design team and trusted vendors. United in our mission to deliver outstanding results, we collaborate to craft a truly extraordinary experience tailored to your grand event. Entrust Kesh Events with your vision, and witness the magic unfold as we bring your dreams to life with unparalleled creativity and flawless execution.

For the discerning clients who envision a romantic destination wedding or celebration, Kesh Events is poised to transport our full-service planning expertise to your dream location. With our hands-on approach, we are dedicated to orchestrating an unforgettable experience for you and your guests.

We understand the unique challenges and opportunities that come with planning a destination event, and our experienced team is ready to navigate every aspect with finesse. From selecting the perfect locale and coordinating travel logistics to crafting an exquisite atmosphere that captures the essence of your love story, Kesh Events ensures a seamless and memorable destination celebration. Embark on a remarkable journey with Kesh Events, and let us bring your dream destination event to life for you and your guests to cherish forever.

4worldlovers: Navy Pier is where you go in Chicago for events, free public programs, attractions, culture, dining, shopping and more. It’s where fun lives large, whether you’re a visitor or local, with family or friends.

As a nonprofit organization, the People’s Pier offers a diverse and eclectic range of activities and experiences that ignite the imagination, stimulate the senses and allow your spirit to soar. It’s no surprise it’s a place that continues to inspire discovery and wonder after more than a century. Find out what it has to inspire you…

4worldlovers: Located in Chicago’s Historic Ravenswood neighborhood, Artifact Events is an exceptional choice for private functions, live events, conferences, product launches, commercial production and fundraising galas. With your vision, our team is ready to expertly host your event of a lifetime.

4worldlovers: Located in Chicago’s hot West Loop neighborhood, Moonlight Studios is a turn-key event venue and production studio designed for in-person, hybrid, and virtual events.

Our event venue features unique and versatile spaces for special events and production. The industrial chic event space, located in a 15,000 square foot repurposed factory, consists of a main open studio, two gallery spaces, and a production office or green room.

Our production studio with full broadcast capabilities makes creating engaging digital content a breeze. The LED wall set and stage provide a myriad of design options for your program. Backed by our technical production team, we can stream your event to any platform.

Moonlight Studios is perfect for corporate events, conferences, product launches, discussion panels, fashion shows, experiential events, art exhibitions, weddings and magical galas. We bring our knowledge, experience and an individualized approach to each event, exceeding the expectations of our clients and their guests.

4worldlovers: We pride ourselves in being Chicago’s premier floral and decor Production Company. Our modern, traditional, garden-inspired, and unique wedding decor styles, set us apart from the rest. Newly engaged couples come to Yanni Design Studio for high quality floral design, exquisite bridal bouquets, glamorous stage and table decor, personalized dance floor decals and custom printed dance floor covers and wraps, mirrored dance floors rentals, dreamy backdrops and lavish drapery, custom monogram and gobo lighting, event LED uplighting and pin spot lighting, extravagant guest table decorations and centerpieces and much more. Whether we are creating a stunning Chuppah for a Jewish wedding ceremony, a traditional Mandap for a Hindu wedding ceremony, a whimsical arch for a non-religious wedding ceremony, or a unique design for an outdoor wedding ceremony, we custom-make each design to our bride’s wedding decor style and vision. Our wedding ceremony designs may “wow” our couples’ guests, but the reception decor takes their breath away. Starting with a modern cocktail party with simple yet elegant floral arrangements to a glowing and over-the-top reception with luxurious decor and fresh floral on every guest table, our designers pull out all the stops to exceed our couples’ expectations. Our team can handle more than just a wedding ceremony and wedding reception, we also love to dress up those pre-wedding events! From moroccan themed sangeet, garba, and mehndis to non-traditional engagement parties, we can’t help but be a part of our client’s whole wedding journey!

The best decision Shane and I made was hiring Yanni and his team. I felt like I was in Father of Bride the entire wedding process and man it was fun working with Yanni and Mae! They were with us every step of the way and made us feel like royalty. Every penny was well worth it. Hire Yanni and I promise you, you will not be disappointed!!!

A corporate event is more than just a social gathering, it is a celebration of achievement. From galas, award ceremonies, charity events, anniversaries, and holiday parties, Yanni Design Studio transforms any Chicago corporate event into an extravagant night your guests will talk about for years to come. YDS custom bars standout during cocktail hour and compliment upscale lounge furniture rental chosen from luxury vendors in Chicago. Bespoke dance floor designs and artistic lighting create a breathtaking atmosphere for any occasion. It's your party so let your company logo and branding shine at your event with custom printed banners, branded bars, personalized dance floors, and more. Yanni Design Studio's graphic design department can customize all your corporate decor and lighting needs to make your business the star of the show. You can't forget about the floral, our dramatic floral arrangements and designs add that definite "wow" factor you'll want to experience at every Chicago corporate or social event you host or attend.

YDS did their magic and the room was completely unrecognizable!!! Every single detail was absolutely beautiful and complete perfection--the delicate draping covering the walls, the elegant florals, the stunning custom dancefloor that matched my colorful Pakistani mendhi dress, and the mesmerizing stage decor to say the least.

Yanni Design Studio is the preferred partner and vendor for a majority of downtown Chicago’s prestigious event venues and spaces. Our designers also work with a wide range of respected wedding professionals such as wedding planners and event consultants in the Chicago area to create iconic and unforgettable corporate events, wedding ceremonies and receptions, anniversary and birthday celebrations, social gatherings and much more. With our large team of floral and decor professionals, we can transform any Chicago venue into the event or wedding of your dreams, the possibilities are endless. Our impressive selection of the highest quality decor includes ornate lounge furniture, bar rentals, elegant LED and pin spot lighting, luxury drapes, intricate event floral displays, dramatic event backdrops, impeccable dance floor covers and beyond.

I was thrilled to have them as our decorator. Working with Shari and her team was so easy and fun. They are extremely professional and talented.The wedding design came out gorgeous, so many of our guests kept saying this was the most beautiful wedding they had been to. I cannot thank the entire team enough.