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Starting at $25,000
Couples usually spend $35,000
Reception
$7,000
starting price
Bar service
$40
per person
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On WeddingWire since 2017
The Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago is an art gallery in the Chicago, Illinois area. Couples will find a modern city venue at this museum with stunning architecture and romantic indoor and outdoor spaces. They're located right off of the Magnificent Mile in downtown Chicago, nearby countless hotels for guest accommodations.
Facilities and Capacity
With an ever-changing backdrop of modern art, this venue welcomes up to 230 guests. Couples celebrating at the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago can exchange vows out on the lawn or terrace. Inside, couples will find creative and unique spaces in which to take photographs, and an atrium for hosting their reception. The atrium's large windows and modern grey color pallet lend it to a variety of wedding styles and decor.
Services Offered
The venue’s staff help couples plan their sophisticated event at the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago. They offer the following services for couples on their big day:
- In-house bar
- In-house catering
- Outside vendors
- Parking
- Setup
- Wireless internet
Cuisine
The venue offers full in-house bar services and on-site catering. The catering team offers the following styles and services:
- Buffet
- Cocktail reception
- Dessert
- Family style
- French service
- Hors d'oeuvres
- Outside cake
- Plated
- Servers
- Stations
- Tastings
Other Services
This artistic venue also hosts bridal showers, engagement parties and rehearsal dinners for couples.
Frequently asked questions
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?
$7,000
What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?
$7,000
Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?
No
Which of the following are included in starting site fee?
Clean Up
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?
$40
Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar
How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?
1
Describe your venue:
Art Gallery
Museum
What kind of settings are available?
Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor
Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?
Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner
What event services do you offer?
Bar Services
Catering Services
Outside Vendors
Wifi
What catering services do you offer?
Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
French Service
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings
What bar services do you provide?
Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine
What event items are available?
Tables
What food and beverage items are available?
Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
What transportation and access is available?
Parking
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
Any other questions?
Reviews of Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago
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4.8 out of 5 rating
4.8 out of 5 rating
17 reviews
96% recommend it
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The Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago (MCA) is highly praised by reviewers for its exceptional staff, beautiful venue transformation, and outstanding catering provided by Marisol. The museum's architecture and art-filled spaces offer a stunning backdrop for weddings, with flexibility to accommodate various wedding styles and seamless flow between ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception. The team at MCA is commended for their professionalism, attentiveness, and dedication to ensuring flawless execution, making it a top choice for a unique and memorable wedding experience in Chicago.
Elyse S. Sent on 11/03/2024
5 out of 5 rating
The combination of art, teamwork, flexibility, and architecture made for a truly excellent Chicago Wedding experience for all!
Once you book this venue, you already have the default choice of catering through Marisol, which is an automatic "win". This means Catering and Venue teams work together regularly and smoothly. The food is excellent and the caterers work hard to meet your individual/custom needs.
I wanted an outdoor wedding experience and was able to achieve this in their terrace garden; the back-up "weather plan" indoors might be another bride's first choice and would have been amazing as well. It's unique to find this in the city. Close to Michigan Avenue, our hotel block was within walking distance and our guests used the weekend to plan Chicago tourist experiences as well.
The dancing and music was inside, allowing guests to view galleries, mingle, and dance inside, or continue conversation outside on a beautiful Chicago summer evening without loud music interference.
All of our vendors had positive experiences working with MCA venue & catering coordinators. At the MCA, there are so many options that allow you to customize your special day and we were so grateful that our dream day became a spectacular reality and provide an exceptional Chicago Wedding experience for our guests.
We loved this museum for our wedding day and it is special that we can visit it throughout the year to continue to make happy memories.
I wanted an outdoor wedding experience and was able to achieve this in their terrace garden; the back-up "weather plan" indoors might be another bride's first choice and would have been amazing as well. It's unique to find this in the city. Close to Michigan Avenue, our hotel block was within walking distance and our guests used the weekend to plan Chicago tourist experiences as well.
The dancing and music was inside, allowing guests to view galleries, mingle, and dance inside, or continue conversation outside on a beautiful Chicago summer evening without loud music interference.
All of our vendors had positive experiences working with MCA venue & catering coordinators. At the MCA, there are so many options that allow you to customize your special day and we were so grateful that our dream day became a spectacular reality and provide an exceptional Chicago Wedding experience for our guests.
We loved this museum for our wedding day and it is special that we can visit it throughout the year to continue to make happy memories.
Tiffany W. Sent on 09/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating
An Exceptional Venue & Team for an Unforgettable Wedding!
As a wedding planner, I've worked at numerous venues, but my experience with the team at the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago was simply outstanding! From start to finish, the venue manager was incredibly professional, attentive, and a true pleasure to collaborate with.
The museum itself is a breathtaking backdrop for any wedding, with its stunning architecture and art-filled spaces. My clients were blown away by how beautifully the venue fit their modern, elegant vision. The flexibility of the space allowed us to create a seamless flow from the ceremony to cocktail hour and reception, all within the museum's unique and inspiring environment.
The venue team went above and beyond to accommodate every detail, ensuring the wedding day was flawless. They were responsive to any requests, kept the schedule running smoothly, and were always one step ahead, ready to tackle any last-minute changes with ease. Their coordination and communication made my job easier and ensured my clients had a stress-free and magical day.
I can't recommend the Museum of Contemporary Art and their incredible staff enough for couples looking to create a truly unique and memorable wedding experience. It's always a joy to work with a venue that shares the same commitment to excellence that I strive to provide for my clients.
— Tiffany Wilson, Sr. Wedding & Event Planner at Liven It Up
The museum itself is a breathtaking backdrop for any wedding, with its stunning architecture and art-filled spaces. My clients were blown away by how beautifully the venue fit their modern, elegant vision. The flexibility of the space allowed us to create a seamless flow from the ceremony to cocktail hour and reception, all within the museum's unique and inspiring environment.
The venue team went above and beyond to accommodate every detail, ensuring the wedding day was flawless. They were responsive to any requests, kept the schedule running smoothly, and were always one step ahead, ready to tackle any last-minute changes with ease. Their coordination and communication made my job easier and ensured my clients had a stress-free and magical day.
I can't recommend the Museum of Contemporary Art and their incredible staff enough for couples looking to create a truly unique and memorable wedding experience. It's always a joy to work with a venue that shares the same commitment to excellence that I strive to provide for my clients.
— Tiffany Wilson, Sr. Wedding & Event Planner at Liven It Up
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Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago frequently asked questions
Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
- Clean Up
- Set Up
- Tables
Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
- Cake Cutting
- Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago includes:
- House Beer
- House Liquor
- House Wine
- Open Bar
The space offered by Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago for wedding events is known for:
- Art Gallery
- Museum
Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
- Indoor
- Uncovered Outdoor
Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago offers the following types of wedding events:
- Ceremony
- Reception
- Bridal Shower
- Engagement Party
- Rehearsal Dinner
Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago offers the following services for wedding events:
- Bar Services
- Catering Services
- Outside Vendors
- Wifi
Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
- Tables
Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago is recommended by 96% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in professionalism, 4.8 in quality of service, 4.8 in flexibility, 4.7 in value and 4.6 in average response time.