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28 years in business

We speak English

Small team (2-10 members)

Goose Island Beer Co.'s Barrel House Event Space is a unique wedding venue located in Chicago, Illinois. We offer couples the opportunity to host their dream celebrations in a one-of-a-kind industrial event space.

Facilities and Capacity

Goose Island Beer Company offers meeting rooms for over 150 attendees for cocktail hours, wedding receptions, and more. Featuring vaulted ceilings, rustic aging barrels, eye-catching chandeliers, and exposed bricks, the property offers chic, versatile spaces to host your long-awaited events. One large space is available for an evening of dining and dancing. A number of event items will be available for use, including 10-foot walnut banquet tables, Remy burnished steel chairs, and an impressive 50-foot bar.

Services Offered

The team at Goose Island Beer Company provides guests with a wide range of services to choose from. They will work with you to ensure that every element of your day is carefully considered and expertly executed. The establishment's preferred catering teams will craft a delicious meal for you and your loved ones. Guests can enjoy a large variety of Goose Island beer options from the venue's bar during the festivities. Couples may also sample a range of the brewery's beers prior to their celebration. The property will be available to you for up to ten hours, allowing you ample time for your celebrations. The team also offers security and complimentary valet.

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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?

$8,500

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

$8,500

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

No

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

Chairs
Clean Up
Parking
Tables

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$20

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

Bartender(s)
House Beer

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Brewery

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

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
Clean Up
Event Rentals
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What bar services do you provide?

House Beer

What event items are available?

Chairs
Furniture
Tables

What transportation and access is available?

Valet

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Reviews of Goose Island Beer Company

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Goose Island BH is highly recommended as a wedding venue by multiple reviewers who praise the beautiful space and exceptional staff, particularly Lisa. Guests loved the brewery tours during cocktail hour and the accommodating nature of the team in making their day special. The venue is commended for its spaciousness, aesthetic appeal with barrels and chandeliers, along with the great selection of beer. Lisa, the Venue Coordinator, is highlighted for her prompt responses, flexibility, and dedication to ensuring a smooth event. The staff's warmth and efficiency in helping the day run seamlessly receive positive feedback, making Goose Island BH a top choice for weddings.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Goose Island BH is highly recommended as a wedding venue by multiple reviewers who praise the beautiful space and exceptional staff, particularly Lisa. Guests loved the brewery tours during cocktail hour and the accommodating nature of the team in making their day special. The venue is commended for its spaciousness, aesthetic appeal with barrels and chandeliers, along with the great selection of beer. Lisa, the Venue Coordinator, is highlighted for her prompt responses, flexibility, and dedication to ensuring a smooth event. The staff's warmth and efficiency in helping the day run seamlessly receive positive feedback, making Goose Island BH a top choice for weddings.

Weddingwire
5.0/5 10 reviews
Google
4.7/5 1098 reviews
Zoé
Zoé P. Sent on 11/01/2023
5 out of 5 rating

An Amazing Day with Amazing Vendors

Lisa and the team at Goose Island were truly incredible. We had an amazingly smooth process with this venue and could not recommend it enough. At every corner they were willing to be flexible and accommodate things we might need, answer any questions and make room for some very untraditional events through our wedding. Everything was seamless and perfect and we could not have asked for a better venue or team. Goose Island was already a huge part of our lives, but now it forever will be. We love these people so much and again, we highly recommend this venue.
Hanna
Hanna Sent on 11/19/2024
5 out of 5 rating

A beautiful and unique wedding venue!

Lisa and the whole team over at Goose Island BH were phenomenal for our wedding this past weekend! When touring venues, my husband and I fell in love with the space right when we walked in. Our guests absolutely loved the space, we got so many compliments on it! They even have the option to do a couple brewery tours during cocktail hour which were such a hit with our guests as well! The whole staff was friendly and smiling the whole time, we didn’t have any complaints! Thank you for making a special day even better!!
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Laura Sent on 12/17/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing staff and beautiful location

Goose Island is an amazing place to get married. Its an absolutely beautiful space but whats even better is the staff and support you get to make sure your day is perfect. I got a million compliments on how great it was and they are so willing to help make everything work to your liking. 10/10!!!
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Shannon Sent on 09/27/2023
5 out of 5 rating

EXCELLENT venue experience!

As the event producer for Green Spoon Kitchen, I can’t recommend Goose Island Barrel House enough! We recently partnered as the catering team for a 130 guest wedding and it was fantastic! Lisa Carlson and her crew were friendly, collaborative, professional and so fun to work with! The venue itself is not only a beautiful space but is also well appointed (amazing kitchen, huge bar, parking, great restrooms for guests, beautiful tables and chairs, valet and security team). From the start Lisa was responsive to questions, clear with the details, and flexible. She really made sure that the many vendors who came together for this wedding were set up for success, and it showed. If you have an upcoming event and are still in search of the perfect space, don’t miss out on this venue. We are really looking forward to working there again soon!!
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Sophia Sent on 07/30/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic!

My husband and I got married here last month, and it was a phenomenal experience. We decided to have both our ceremony and reception here, and I would highly recommend it as a beautiful place to get married. There was plenty of space for our guests, and the photos turned out beautiful with a gorgeous backdrop of barrels, exposed brick, and chandeliers with warm lighting. We received tons of compliments on how cool the venue was. Also, the beer was great and received tons of compliments on the selection as well.

Beyond how pretty the space is, Lisa was our Venue Coordinator and she knocked it out of the park. Any questions we had, she responded promptly and was very pleasant. She was also flexible and accommodating with requests we had. We never had to worry because she was on top of everything throughout the entire process and we knew we were in good hands. The staff that worked our event also were super warm to us and our guests, and they did an amazing job helping our day run smoothly. If you are thinking of this as a venue, I could not recommend it enough!
J
Jasmin Sent on 03/24/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Exceptional

We hosted our October 2021 wedding reception at the Goose Island Barrel House. We were blown away by the beauty of the space, the incredible facilities, and the exceptional service and support we received from everyone on the Goose Island team, especially Courtney. We planned our wedding in less than 7 months, and we could not have asked for a better experience or partnership in a venue. We saw many brewery-type venues in the Chicagoland area, and we can honestly say that not a single one came close to the Barrel House in terms of amenities, design, and customer service. They even had valet parking and lot security included in the rental fees, which was essential for our guests. Service throughout the reception was flawless. Many of our guests told us that the Barrel House was the best venue they had ever been to, and we heartily agree! We can't recommend the Barrel House enough. From touring the venue in March to the day of our wedding, we had a perfect experience. We are grateful to the Goose Island team for making our reception so spectacular and memorable for us and our guests.
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Paul Sent on 03/21/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Venue for our wedding!

Goose Island was the perfect venue for our wedding reception. The space is beautiful, Courtney was responsive, helpful and flexible and the staff on the day were great. We had so many compliments from our guests about how cool the space was and how great the beer was. Cant thank everyone enough.
Sarah
Sarah Sent on 03/21/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect venue for vows and reception!

We couldn't recommend Goose Island Barrel House enough for throwing both a wedding and reception! Courtney and her team made the processes effortless from the initial venue walk-through, up until we picked up our decor the day after. Between Courtney and our other vendors, there was no need to hire an event planner.

The day of the wedding/reception was absolute perfection. The valet service was super convenient and the house staff made our guests feel welcomed and cared for. We had 100 guests and there was plenty of space for vows, dinner, and the dance floor without needing to rearrange the space. The cellar also added extra space for guests to mingle and eat dessert/late night snacks.

The overall vibe feels upscale, but casual and comfortable enough to accommodate any wedding theme.

We can't wait to throw a party here again soon!

J
Jennifer Sent on 03/21/2022
5 out of 5 rating

So Special!!

We recently had our wedding ceremony and reception here and it was SO SPECIAL!! The staff was wonderful to work with, the banquet room is so beautiful and unique, guests were thrilled with the experience, and I know the photos are going to really showcase the spectacular decor! If you're looking for a wedding venue, look no further!!
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Andrea Sent on 03/15/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Outstanding hospitality & one-of-a-kind venue!

The Goose Island Barrelhouse venue made our wedding truly special. :)

Event Staff: With all the changes our wedding plans endured due to COVID, the event team was not only extremely flexible but also kind and empathetic every step of the way. Their communication was speedy and they were always thinking one step ahead anticipating your needs. Even though they work with tons of couples and events every weekend, we always felt like when we spoke to them we were their top priority. Trust in the event team is imperative on your wedding day, and I can say from personal experience they are the gold standard of hospitality and event planning.

Venue: The space itself is already stunning and truly one-of-a-kind, but by bringing in some simple décor/flowers it is just breathtaking. The team wants the space to feel like your own and is very accommodating to make sure each couple can put their personal touch on the space. Just to note more awesome things about the space.....beautiful/big bathrooms, large bar space, high and low top tables provided, chairs provided, glassware provided, ground floor load-in, handicap accessible ramp, valet parking, etc. It has everything!!!

If you are looking for a space that is elegant and unique, I highly recommend you consider the Goose Island Barrelhouse. This is a 10 star recommendation!!!!!!!
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Goose Island Beer Company frequently asked questions

Goose Island Beer Company includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Parking
  • Tables
The bar service starting price at Goose Island Beer Company includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
The space offered by Goose Island Beer Company for wedding events is known for:
  • Brewery
Goose Island Beer Company offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
Goose Island Beer Company offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Goose Island Beer Company offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Rentals
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Goose Island Beer Company offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Furniture
  • Tables
Goose Island Beer Company is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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