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About this vendor

Jessica Moore
Jessica Moore
Events Director

10 years in business

We speak English and Spanish

Small team (2-10 members)

The Crystal Ballroom & Lounge is a vintage modern ball room located in Evanston, Illinois. This venue is located in downtown Evanston, providing entertainment and amusement all weekend long! The Crystal Ballroom & Lounge was remodeled in 2014 from its 1920’s glory, but kept its original crown molding, providing an elegant style for your unforgettable wedding day.

Facilities and Capacity
Couples may host up to 200 wedding guests at The Crystal Ballroom & Lounge. There are three available indoor event spaces for couples to choose from and utilize throughout their wedding day. The Crystal Ballroom & Lounge is a made up of 6,000 square feet of event space, providing plenty of room for your wedding party.

Services Offered
The Crystal Ballroom & Lounge can provide the following event services:

  • All-inclusive packages
  • Bridal suite
  • Setup and cleanup
  • Cake
  • Event planning
  • Event rentals
  • In-house bar
  • In-house catering
  • Outside vendors
  • Lighting/sound
  • Wireless Internet
  • Parking
  • Wheelchair access
  • Valet services


Other Services
In addition to the above wedding-related services, The Crystal Ballroom & Lounge can provide the following event items:

  • Audio equipment
  • Dance floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Chairs
  • Tables
  • Furniture

FAQ

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

No

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?

$2,500

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

$2,500

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Set Up
Tables

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

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)
Wedding Cake

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

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

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

50

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Historic Building

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

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
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

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Reviews of The Crystal Ballroom & Lounge

Weddingwire
4.5/5 18 reviews
Google
4.7/5 49 reviews
Becky
Becky Sent on 11/07/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding reception at The Crystal Ballroom & Lounge… Wonderful experience all around!!

I would highly recommend the Crystal Ballroom to any couple planning their wedding. My husband and I recently held our reception here and we were so happy with how everything turned out! Jessica was so helpful throughout every step of the planning process, and on the day of our wedding she coordinated with all of our vendors to make sure that everything ran smoothly. The entire Crystal Ballroom staff went above and beyond to make sure the room was set up beautifully, and the dinner, hors d’oeuvres, and drinks were all top notch! Our guests had so much fun and so did we!!

Some other features that we liked about having our wedding at the Crystal Ballroom:
-The cake is included in the price & is made by a bakery in Northbrook, The Baking Institute. (You can do a separate, private tasting beforehand to choose the flavor and they will decorate it any way that you would like). Our cake turned out beautifully and tasted so good too!
-The Crystal Ballroom has a beautiful bridal suite on site, which was the perfect space for me and my bridesmaids to get ready on the morning of the wedding!
-There is a very cute bar/lounge area located off the side of the ballroom, which really makes the event space feel more spacious. Guests can go there during the wedding to get drinks and relax off to the side, keeping the dance floor open!
L
Lorilyn Sent on 09/17/2017
5 out of 5 rating
5 STARS! We just had our wedding here over Labor Day weekend. It was perfect in every way. The venue is incredibly beautiful and the entire team at the Crystal Ballroom was wonderful. Liz and Linda helped us plan our event and the entire staff put it together. Even though we got a bit off the original time schedule, the guests never knew because the staff worked seamlessly to adjust and keep all the elements in place. Thank you Crystal Ballroom for giving us the best day of our lives!!
O
Olivia Sent on 10/01/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Our wedding was at the Crystal Ballroom on 9/24/17 and we have to say this venue is BEYOND THE BEST! We initially found the ballroom over a year in advance of the wedding and were working with Matthew. While communication with Matthew wasn't the best we loved the venue so much we decided we would sign a contract. Eventually Matthew left and Liz took over which was probably the best thing to happen because Liz was/is a rockstar. Her communication was excellent and she was very easy to work with. There were a few changes that took place (chair rental price, no more use of game room), but in the end it did not matter because everything else could not have been more perfect. The food was excellent, the staff was attentive, and Liz bent over backwards for us. This venue will always have a special place in our hearts and we could not be more pleased with the outcome. Thank you Liz and Crystal Ballroom!
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The Crystal Ballroom & Lounge frequently asked questions

The Crystal Ballroom & Lounge includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Linens
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The Crystal Ballroom & Lounge includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
  • Wedding Cake
The bar service starting price at The Crystal Ballroom & Lounge includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
  • Signature Drink
The space offered by The Crystal Ballroom & Lounge for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Historic Building
The Crystal Ballroom & Lounge offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
The Crystal Ballroom & Lounge offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Crystal Ballroom & Lounge offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
The Crystal Ballroom & Lounge offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
The Crystal Ballroom & Lounge is recommended by 90% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.5 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.7 in flexibility, 4.6 in value, 4.4 in quality of service, 4.4 in average response time and 4.2 in professionalism.
The Crystal Ballroom & Lounge currently offers 1 gift promotion and 1 offer promotion for wedding services.
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