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Natalie Poulos
Natalie Poulos
Senior Catering Sales Manager

We speak English, Spanish and Russian

Footsteps to the City. Footsteps to the Lake.

Perched 33 floors above the vibrant streets of Chicago, THE WADE HOTEL offers exclusive access to its entire top floor—featuring the stunning indoor rooftop venues, Altitude and Skyline. With sweeping views of Navy Pier, Lake Michigan, and the iconic downtown skyline, this is a space designed to dazzle. Whether you're hosting a celebration or tying the knot, you'll connect with guests in an atmosphere that’s anything but ordinary.

Ignite your spark with breathtaking fireworks display on Saturday nights, Memorial Day - Labor Day.
Elevate your wedding experience with innovative cuisine and signature cocktails.
Stay later and celebrate longer at our lively CURRENT Bar.

Facilities & Capacity

Celebrate your love story with a one-of-a-kind backdrop. THE WADE HOTEL is home to the Altitude Event Space on the 33rd floor, where 360-degree views of the city and lakefront parks create the perfect canvas for your wedding. A spacious dance floor and dynamic lighting set the tone for a truly unforgettable first dance.

For your ceremony, say “I do” beneath the sky on THE WADE TERRACE—an open-air space that blends romance with breathtaking views. From intimate moments to grand celebrations, every detail is designed to leave a lasting impression. And when the night winds down, the hotel doubles as your private honeymoon retreat, complete with elegant suites, champagne, and personalized in-room dining.

Services Offered

Bring your vision to life with the help of our expert Marriott Certified Wedding Planners. Whether you're dreaming of timeless elegance, modern chic, or vintage glam, your dedicated planner will guide you every step of the way. From setting a budget and selecting custom menus to coordinating vendors and curating your tablescape, no detail is overlooked. Every element is tailored to reflect your love story—flawlessly.

Pricing information

$190 starting price
$15,000 average price
Ceremony
$1,000 starting price
These prices are available for the months of May through October.

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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?

1,000

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

$750

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

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

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

Cake Cutting
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
Specialty Beer

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

23

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Hotel
Rooftop
Waterfront

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
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Get Ready Rooms
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

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

What event items are available?

Chairs
Dance Floor
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet

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 The Wade

Weddingwire
4.9/5 5 reviews
Google
4.1/5 3753 reviews
arokyne
Test Sent on 07/20/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Organized and Professional Venue

Working with Antonio is such a pleasure. Literally, ALWAYS helpful and professional. He made the wedding so smooth and perfection!
C
Sidney Sent on 09/10/2015
5 out of 5 rating
We used the W-Lakeshore as a room block for your August 8, 2015 wedding weekend, and we are very glad that we did. Erwin Paderanga was our coordinator, and he was always so prompt to help with questions or reservation changes I had. They made it all relatively easy with their room block login page to keep track of who had booked their rooms, cancelling rooms if needed, and altering reservations as needed as well. My girls and I got ready the day of our wedding and my husband and I stayed in the W-Lakeshore's Marvelous Suite on our wedding night, and it was a spectacular room. 1.5 bathrooms, a huge lounging area, a mini fridge and wet bar area, huge comfy bed, and an amazing view of Navy Pier. The staff was always ready to help when we called for various items such as a cord to plug our android phone into the sound system, or to have someone take a look at the air conditioning unit. The only downside to our stay was that our air conditioning unit somehow froze over early in the morning and stopped working, making doing hair for the bridal party in the hotel room a bit difficult due to it being a bit uncomfortably warm. However, the staff assured us that once we left the room someone would be by to replace the entire unit with a working one, and it was cool and comfortable when my husband and I got there that night. When the staff came to clean up the room after my girls and I left, they included a hand written congratulations card and a bottle of champagne to toast our marriage. Very considerate and a nice touch for sure!
S
Susana Sent on 12/10/2013
5 out of 5 rating
The Staff was phenomenal! The view was great! Couldn't have asked for more.
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The Wade frequently asked questions

The Wade includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The Wade includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
  • Wedding Cake
The bar service starting price at The Wade includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
  • Signature Drink
  • Specialty Beer
The space offered by The Wade for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Hotel
  • Rooftop
  • Waterfront
The Wade offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Wade offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Wade offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
The Wade offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
The Wade is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in average response time, 5 in flexibility, 5 in professionalism, 4.8 in quality of service and 4.8 in value.

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