The Joinery was great to work with, affordable, and the most beautiful venue we looked at. We felt little need to add much additional decoration because the space itself had such a great aesthetic. The space is filled with natural light and was lovely in the day and at night. It rained a little on our wedding day and honestly it didn’t even matter because the venue has extremely flexible indoor and outdoor space that never felt too packed or crammed. Shay Schultz was also extremely responsive via email and helped us stay on track in getting our vendors lined up in the year leading up to our wedding. She gave us great recommendations that we ended up going with for all but one of our vendors, including our month of coordinator. We were thrilled with all of our vendors and the wedding day went even more smoothly because everyone was familiar with the venue. Shay was also extremely helpful and involved on the day and stayed to make sure everything went smoothly until well after dinner. She helped ensure everything was set up, that staff knew what to do and where to go, and that the place was put together beautifully with the help of some of our friends. Could not have asked for a better venue.

FIVE STARS! After visiting a handful of venues, the moment we stepped into The Joinery, it just felt right. The space was beautiful, full of character, and had this welcoming energy we instantly connected with. Then we met Shay—and that completely sealed the deal. From the start, she was warm, down-to-earth, and so easy to talk to. We knew right away that this was where we wanted to celebrate our wedding and that we’d be in the best hands.

Working with Shay was such a gift. She clearly cares so much about the couples she works with, and it shows in everything she does. She was thoughtful, incredibly organized, and genuinely invested in making sure our day went exactly how we envisioned it. She kept things moving behind the scenes without ever making it feel stressful, and somehow managed to make everything feel calm, seamless, and joyful from start to finish.

One of the best parts was that Shay recommended nearly all of our vendors—and every single one was incredible. It was so clear she only refers people she trusts and knows will deliver. That made the entire planning process feel so much easier, and we felt completely supported every step of the way.

We also really appreciated The Joinery’s mission. Their commitment to sustainability and inclusiveness meant a lot to us—it felt really good to be celebrating in a space that aligned with our values and made all of our guests feel welcome.

We also can’t say enough good things about the whole experience. The venue was stunning, the Millhouse was the perfect place for our family to stay and get ready, and the drinks that Molly and her team served were a huge hit. Every little detail was thoughtful and beautifully done.

We’re so grateful we chose The Joinery for our wedding. It was everything we hoped for and more—and Shay played such a big part in making that happen. We honestly couldn’t have asked for a better space, a better team, or a better experience.

We love The Joinery & Shay!

Great location and great staff! Highly recommend! Will host future evens here!

Where to begin?!

1. The space - SO gorgeous. My now-husband was obsessed from the moment we walked in for our venue tour. The wood floors, that SKYLIGHT, the beautiful and newly opened covered outdoor area, the magnetic wall (where we put our seating chart), the bar area, the bridal suite, the speakeasy, the upstairs apartment… all of it was so beautiful and unique without being over-the-top, which was perfect for us
2. SHAY! Best venue manager ever. I saw another review mention feeling so calm and happy every time they saw Shay’s pink hair bobbing around the venue, and I couldn’t agree more. Talk about someone who is SO good at their job! She seriously thought of EVERYTHING, seamlessly coordinated our one million different vendors, including some who had never worked in the wedding industry before, and she made sure the rehearsal and wedding day ran as smoothly as humanly possible.
3. MOLLY! The queen of the bar! She helped us figure out the perfect signature drinks: a hella spicy habanero margarita (which she made sure was also offered non-spicy for our less adventurous guests) and a classic tequila-and-Squirt Paloma, plus let us taste a bunch of wines to find the ones we liked best. She was also not only open to but thrilled about our request to have our Mexican family bring in tequila and beer as part of the Toro Pinto celebration which we really appreciated. So talented, excellent vibes.

We couldn't have found a better place to get married and celebrate our next chapter with all our favorite people than The Joinery. Shay, the venue manager, is so incredibly kind, helpful, and knowledgable. From answering all our questions timely, to helping us find the perfect vendors, to finalizing every detail, Shay and The Joinery team were truly amazing.

The venue is a space that we were able to make our own and highlight us journey as a couple. The entire venue is quite spacious and has lots of places for guests and personals. From the speakeasy upstairs, the multiple options for cocktail hour, and the private room after the ceremony to take a breather, everything is thought out and flows so nicely. Additionally, there were so many amenities included that we didn't find anywhere else we looked.

I will forever be so grateful to Shay and The Joinery!

Dear Chicago Couples,
If you're looking to have a beautiful wedding in a gorgeous, historic, and whimiscally rustic space for 160 people or less, you cannot do any better than the Joinery in Logan Square. The main room with the skylight and string lights gives a perfect backdrop for any type of decor you can imagine, and the teal chairs add a fun pop of color to all of your ceremony photos. The speakeasy upstairs is a great place to sign a marriage license, have a groomsmen get-together, and to sneak away for a private moment right after the ceremony. The space also includes a picturesque patio and attached apartment with 2 bedrooms that is perfectly outfitted for your first night together as a married couple- or, the way we did it, was to allow members of our bridal party from out of town use the space as a free (and comfortable) place to stay for the night! Shay was always available to us for any questions we had; she did multiple walk-throughs with us for an initial tour, a second tour with my parents, a third walk-through with all our vendors, and any other questions/concerns that make up along the way. The joinery is also flexible with any vendors you want to hire (they don't limit you to their specific list, although they do have great recommendations). We also used their bar package and Molly was a dream to work with as far as liquor, beer, and cocktail options. They offer a variety of packages and everyone is incredibly friendly, helpful, and professional. Our day ran smoothly with zero hiccups, everything looked gorgeous, and our guests were raving about how wonderful everything was- so we cannot thank the Joinery team enough for making our day so perfect and special!

We were married on 10/15/22 and couldn't have asked for a better venue and team. We'd seen a few other places, but knew the Joinery was it when we walked in. Shay was so great to work with! Everything went smoothly and our guests couldn't stop saying how amazing the space was. The team behind the bar was excellent as well! Thanks to the Joinery for helping to make our day so special!

The Joinery was the perfect wedding venue for us. Shay was extremely helpful and communicative throughout, answering any questions we had. The detailed floorplan really helped us envision our big day, and the value you get is incredible! We didn't have to worry about renting chairs, tables, or props - the owners provide it all (they actually handmake many of their pieces in-house, from easels to tables to the donut wall!), and they are of exceptional quality. The outdoor patio is great for a cocktail hour with heat lamps, and the main area has a lovely atrium to host your ceremony and dance floor. The two bars indoors offer a great place for guests to talk and get drinks. You even get a room to get ready in and stay in overnight (or just store your stuff to pick up the next day).

The recommended vendor list has a plethora of options and helped us pick many of the folks we contracted for our big day - not a single one of them disappointed. The Joinery is one of the best venues the city of Chicago has to offer.

We were so thrilled with our decision to have our wedding at The Joinery. Everything looked perfect, completely in line with our vision – it was industrial and edgy yet romantic and beautiful. We used the getting ready space and the apartment upstairs which was very convenient. Shay was such a pleasure to work with, responsive, flexible and sensitive to our stresses planning a wedding during COVID times. We did not have a day-of coordinator but Shay made sure everything ran smoothly and went according to plan!
Highly recommend and so many thanks to the team at The Joinery.

We were very lucky and had heard about this venue right when they started putting on events. It's a lovely spot right in the middle of Logan Square in a quiet neighborhood, right off the blue line. The Joinery gave us the perfect combination of city vibes that weren't located right downtown. From the very beginning, Katherine one of the owners was very responsive and met us to go through the space. And the space is wonderful, beautifully renovated. You can tell that the owners put a lot of thought and care into their renovation. The space is absolutely beautiful, open and airy. The skylight illuminates the entire space and is gorgeous. They still use their workshop area and it's lighted up for events. My husband and I immediately fell in love and realized how different it felt than all the other spaces we visited. The Safe House speakeasy on the second level was also incredibly unique, and we loved the outdoor space as well that we planned on using for cocktail hour. The additional AirBnB that comes included with the space also was a major perk, we used it to house gifts during the wedding and had our parents stay there for the night. The Joinery also provides their own decorations that you can use for your event including window panes, signs etc.

During the year leading up to the wedding, Brittney joined the staff as a manager and she was wonderful to work with. Always responsive, always available to give us another look at the space, and always answering our questions and concerns. Planning a wedding can be incredibly stressful and Brittney did a wonderful job at making me feel well looked after and taken care. of She always made me feel comfortable contacting her with any questions or concerns that I may have. The staff at The Joinery were all in all incredible during the entire process. Everyone from the owners to the managers were a joy to work with, even dealing with last minute walk-throughs for mother-in-laws to see the space!

The day of, Billy was our point of contact and he was absolutely wonderful! Even though I had never met him before, he immediately put us at ease and constantly checked on me throughout the evening, making sure that I had a drink in hand, and making sure that I had some of the appetizers. He did a great job at assisting in coordinating everything, handing out keys, unlocking doors, and answering questions. I was seriously so impressed with Billy and so thankful for his aide during the big day.

We received so many compliments on how absolutely beautiful and unique the space is. How they had never seen a wedding venue quite like that before and we truly believe that as well! I would highly recommend the Joinery to anyone and everyone who is interested in having a beautiful, different space in the city. A few words of advice though because the space is in the middle of a neighborhood, there are noise restrictions for music and the patio and outside area does close at a specific time. However we had no issues with our guests. Parking was ample! Do not be stressed about street parking (a big concern for some of the suburb guests), there were plenty of spots open. I would highly recommend the Joinery to anyone without any reservation! You will absolutely become obsessed!