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Galleria Marchetti

From 40 to 1,200 guests
Ceremony/Reception
Outdoor/Indoor
Get Ready Rooms
Laura
Janet
Carly
Kathleen
Emily

Recommended by 96% of couples

About this venue

About

Galleria Marchetti is a third-generation, family-owned wedding venue nestled just outside downtown Chicago. Celebrated for its lush private gardens, elegant event tents, and polished indoor spaces, the property offers a rare combination of natural beauty and turnkey sophistication. Couples love that the venue is already beautifully finished—meaning less time and money spent transforming a blank space, and more time enjoying a seamless, stress-free planning experience.

With both indoor and outdoor settings, Galleria Marchetti is a true four-season venue designed to bring your vision to life in any weather.

Facilities and Capacity

Inspired by old-world Italian charm and modern European outdoor living, Galleria Marchetti features two signature event spaces, each with its own style and atmosphere.

La Pergola at Galleria Marchetti – Open-Air Romance Surrounded by Lush Gardens

La Pergola offers a luminous, open-air setting wrapped in greenery and European-inspired architectural details. Designed for ceremonies and intimate receptions, this space blends the charm of an outdoor garden celebration with the comfort and structure of a climate-controlled pergola. Soft lighting, natural textures, and the surrounding landscaped courtyard create an atmosphere that feels both intimate and elegant, allowing couples to achieve a beautifully styled event without extensive décor. Ideal for weddings of 50 to 150 guests, La Pergola brings the romance of an alfresco celebration to the heart of Chicago.

The Pavilion at Galleria Marchetti – Grand, Architectural, and Effortlessly Elegant

The Pavilion is the venue’s largest and most versatile setting, combining the best of both worlds: a modern, climate-controlled tent structure with adjoining old-world-inspired interiors featuring travertine floors and authentic Italian lime-plaster walls. This blend of architectural charm and expansive design creates a refined, European-inspired atmosphere without the need for extensive décor. Whether you’re envisioning classic romance or a contemporary twist, the space provides a beautifully finished backdrop for weddings of 150 to 400 guests.

Services Offered

Galleria Marchetti is known for its warm hospitality, attentive service, and truly turnkey approach to weddings. Our in-house catering team blends classic Italian culinary tradition with contemporary touches, offering thoughtfully crafted menus that can be personalized to your tastes. Every reception includes all essential event rentals—tables, chairs, cocktail-hour furniture, floor-length linens in a variety of colors, glassware, plateware, flatware, and our signature travertine portable bars.

Bar service features an extensive selection of spirits, wine, and beer, with dedicated service and bar staff overseeing every detail from the first toast to the last dance.

Couples may also choose from a range of premium upgrades, including enhanced chair styles, luxurious linen fabrics, custom dance floors in black, white, or black-and-white, and lighting enhancements such as bistro lights (with or without greenery) and uplighting.

While Galleria Marchetti provides most of the essentials for a complete celebration, couples are welcome to bring in their preferred centerpieces, photography and videography teams, music (band or DJ), and full-service wedding planners.

Features

Woman-owned

Large team (21+ members)

Experience

    102 years in business

    We speak English, Italian and Spanish

Links

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Weddings at this venue

Ali & Jay's wedding
Ali & Jay
63 photos
Sarah & Curtis's wedding
Sarah & Curtis
27 photos
Kasey & David's wedding
Kasey & David
16 photos

FAQ

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$5,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$3,000

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$1,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$500

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$120

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

40

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Garden
Historic Building

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Chairs
Dance Floor
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
November
December

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Reviews of Galleria Marchetti

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Galleria Marchetti is highly praised for its beautiful venue, exceptional service, and integrity. Multiple reviewers highlighted the accommodating staff, delicious in-house food, and transparent pricing as standout features. The retractable roof and indoor charm of the Pergola space were appreciated for providing a perfect setting, with venue coordinators Alyssa and Danielle receiving specific commendations for their professionalism and support throughout the planning process. Additionally, the flexibility and understanding demonstrated by the venue during COVID-related rescheduling efforts were noted positively, making it a top choice for couples seeking a seamless and stress-free wedding experience.

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Galleria Marchetti is highly praised for its beautiful venue, exceptional service, and integrity. Multiple reviewers highlighted the accommodating staff, delicious in-house food, and transparent pricing as standout features. The retractable roof and indoor charm of the Pergola space were appreciated for providing a perfect setting, with venue coordinators Alyssa and Danielle receiving specific commendations for their professionalism and support throughout the planning process. Additionally, the flexibility and understanding demonstrated by the venue during COVID-related rescheduling efforts were noted positively, making it a top choice for couples seeking a seamless and stress-free wedding experience.

Weddingwire
4.8/5 67 reviews
Google
4.5/5 376 reviews
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Brooke Sent on 06/05/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Venue for the Best Day of Your Life

We had our ceremony and reception on the La Pergola side of Galleria Marchetti and it was everything we could have hoped for. The venue itself is beautiful, and the coordinators Danielle and Alyssa were great to work with. We loved the outdoor feel of the venue while still being covered from Chicago weather. Having the catering executed through the venue itself made the planning process a breeze. Highly recommend if you are considering Galleria Marchetti for a wedding!
Laura
Laura Sent on 12/15/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Venue & Great Food!

We loved working with Galleria Marchetti. Danielle was lovely to work with and very flexible and accommodating. We really wanted to not deal with a caterer as well as a venue so Galleria did it all in one. Their food was great and most importantly all 200 guests were served warm food in about 10 minutes. Everything went according to plan and the courtyard was gorgeous in August. We highly recommend!
S
Samantha Sent on 12/11/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Review for our wedding

We had the most magical wedding day at Galleria Marchetti! I could not recommend this venue more. They went above and beyond to ensure that the outdoor ceremony area was set up and dry after a big storm in the morning. Alexa, was the most helpful! She was very easy going, easy to work with and flexible. If you have your wedding here you most definitely will not be disappointed!
Janet
Janet Sent on 11/17/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Great Staff, Great Space!

We hosted our wedding at the Pergola with 120 guests. It was PERFECT. The retractable roof was a really convenient picture in case it rained, the indoor space is very charming, and the staff are excellent. Specifically, our venue coordinator, Alyssa, was very professional and friendly! We had all sorts of requests, and Alyssa made them all work for us.

It's a beautiful space with extremely helpful staff. We couldn't be happier!
Carly
Carly Sent on 09/28/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The best!

Best service, venue, staff, etc. Made our day the best day ever! Thank you!!
J
Jessy Sent on 07/15/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Venue!

We just got married in the Pergola at Galleria Marchetti and I feel like it is such a hidden gem for an affordable Chicago wedding! Danielle was absolutely amazing throughout our entire planning process. Galleria and Danielle made planning so easy with in-house catering and recommended vendors, but I still feel like we got to personalize the day exactly how we envisioned it. They were so open with pricing throughout the entire thing so we could budget accordingly and add on the extras that we wanted! Galleria was a perfect one stop shop for our wedding, I didn’t need to research a ton of different vendors because it was all already built in. It made wedding planning so much less stressful and I loved having Danielle there for her support and opinions throughout the entire planning process. Our day was absolutely perfect thanks to Galleria Marchetti and Danielle!
T
Thomas Sent on 11/26/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic experience with Galleria Marchetti

It was great working with the GM team on our wedding - Danielle was so helpful and responsive throughout the entire planning process. Everything went perfectly and we really enjoyed the experience. We would highly recommend Galleria to anyone looking for a wedding venue!
N
Noelle Sent on 09/13/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Dream wedding day

Galleria Marchetti is a gorgeous venue, and their team is top notch. From beginning to end, they are professional, courteous, and talented. Their location is stunning, with the small exception of the L train occasionally running right past the courtyard where we held our ceremony (though this is to be expected in downtown Chicago). We loved the indoor-outdoor flow of the space (Pavilion/Courtyard). Their catering and bar teams are exceptional, and they have tons of delicious add-ons if you want some special treats for your guests - we chose to include a late night flaming doughnut station and taco station. The venue also allows you to stay later than most, so if you want a late night dance floor this is a perfect option. As a note, there is a very small, cozy bridal suite with some chairs and a vanity. It is likely not enough room to actually do the entire process of getting ready, and you typically don't have super early access to the venue to do that anyway. But it was a perfect private spot to get away for a dress change and some make-up/hair touch-ups throughout the night. Overall, would very highly recommend if it is in your budget!
Kathleen
Kathleen Sent on 06/30/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful Wedding Venue

We scheduled our wedding to be July 11th, 2020 at the Galleria Marchetti. However, due to covid, we ended up rescheduling our wedding 2 times to ensure our guests' safety. This venue was very understanding of the situation and flexible. Galleria Marchetti was also wonderful to work with. They answered my many questions leading up to our special day. The day of the wedding, they had a venue coordinator that helped keep my wedding on schedule and worked with my vendors to make sure everything went well. When they had questions day of, they coordinated with my maid of honor so that we could enjoy our special day. Also, the food was amazing! My guests haven't stopped talking about the sushi and late night tacos.
Emily
Emily Sent on 01/10/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The perfect venue!

I didn't think getting married in a tent in Chicago in the winter was a possibility but Galleria Marchetti made those dreams come true. My guests couldn't believe how beautiful the venue was and I heard rave reviews all night about the food and service. To top it off Danielle and the entire team was so amazing to work with - extremely responsible and flexible and made our wedding day so magical! Every single aspect exceeded my expectations and I can't recommend this venue highly enough.
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2010 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2009 Winner
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Danielle S.
Senior Sales & Events Manager

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One of my favorite venues in the city! The food is delicious, the decor spectacular, and the staff is impeccable. You truly cannot go wrong with Galleria Marchetti!

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Galleria Marchetti frequently asked questions

Galleria Marchetti includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Galleria Marchetti includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Galleria Marchetti includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
The space offered by Galleria Marchetti for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
Galleria Marchetti offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Galleria Marchetti offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Galleria Marchetti offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Galleria Marchetti offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Tables
Galleria Marchetti is recommended by 96% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.8 in quality of service, 4.8 in average response time, 4.8 in professionalism, 4.7 in flexibility and 4.7 in value.
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