Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk
All-inclusive venue
The venue takes care of it all - food and beverage, rentals, the works!
Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing
Starting at $17,500 for off-peak dates, and $20,000 for peak dates
Guest capacity
Up to 2200 seated guests
About this venue
Located in the heart of the Windy City, near the beautiful Chicago River and just steps to the Magnificent Mile, the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk is located in an area all of your special event guests will love. When you choose the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk, you and your guests can enjoy shopping in the acclaimed Gold Coast neighborhood, all of the best restaurants in the city, and so much more. Work with the staff at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk to plan and execute every last detail of your wedding, corporate gathering, fundraiser, gala, Bar or Bat Mitzvah, or other type of large-scale celebration. All of the meeting spaces, ballrooms, and event spaces at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk will "wow" you and your guests during your celebration.
Our event spaces
Sheraton Chicago Ballroom
The largest hotel ballroom in Chicago.
Our 40,000 square foot ballroom is divisible into quarters, and each quarter is divisible into smaller sections as well. This space is a blank slate, ready to be transformed into your dream wedding ceremony or reception!
Guest capacity
100-2500 Seated
100-4500 Standing
Square footage
40,000
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception
Included in this room:
Banquet tables & banquet chairs, table linens from hotel inventory, a basic stage/riser if required, and a parquet oak dance floor. Light panels on ceiling can change color!
Ballroom Promenade
A ballroom foyer space with soaring windows and Chicago River views.
Only available in conjunction with the Sheraton Chicago Ballroom, this space makes for a gorgeous backdrop for your cocktail hour.
Guest capacity
100-1500 Standing
Square footage
13,000
Ideal for
Cocktail hour
Included in this room:
Floor to ceiling windows, built-in bars/registration desks.
Riverwalk Esplanade
An entirely unique function space, located directly on the Chicago Riverwalk!
This beautiful outdoor space runs the whole length of the hotel, and is a part of the Chicago Riverwalk itself. It is semi-private, with a public walkway adjacent, so it works very well for reception-style events like cocktail hour, but may not fit your vision for a seated meal or a ceremony. Partner with one of Chicago's many river boat companies and dock right at the hotel! You can bring in live music or a DJ to bring the space to life, and the hotel can provide bars and buffets in the space.
Guest capacity
Up to 140 Seated
Up to 500 Standing
Square footage
6,000
Ideal for
Cocktail hour
Included in this room:
- Outdoor space - City views, river views, lake views - Seasonal planters with flowers & greenery - Trees overhead providing beautiful foliage and shade - String lights in trees - Hotel provided cocktail tables, banquet rounds & chairs if needed - Hotel provided bars and buffets if needed
Sheraton Chicago Ballroom
The largest hotel ballroom in Chicago.
Our 40,000 square foot ballroom is divisible into quarters, and each quarter is divisible into smaller sections as well. This space is a blank slate, ready to be transformed into your dream wedding ceremony or reception!
Guest capacity
100-2500 Seated
100-4500 Standing
Square footage
40,000
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception
Included in this room:
Banquet tables & banquet chairs, table linens from hotel inventory, a basic stage/riser if required, and a parquet oak dance floor. Light panels on ceiling can change color!
Ballroom Promenade
A ballroom foyer space with soaring windows and Chicago River views.
Only available in conjunction with the Sheraton Chicago Ballroom, this space makes for a gorgeous backdrop for your cocktail hour.
Guest capacity
100-1500 Standing
Square footage
13,000
Ideal for
Cocktail hour
Included in this room:
Floor to ceiling windows, built-in bars/registration desks.
Riverwalk Esplanade
An entirely unique function space, located directly on the Chicago Riverwalk!
This beautiful outdoor space runs the whole length of the hotel, and is a part of the Chicago Riverwalk itself. It is semi-private, with a public walkway adjacent, so it works very well for reception-style events like cocktail hour, but may not fit your vision for a seated meal or a ceremony. Partner with one of Chicago's many river boat companies and dock right at the hotel! You can bring in live music or a DJ to bring the space to life, and the hotel can provide bars and buffets in the space.
Guest capacity
Up to 140 Seated
Up to 500 Standing
Square footage
6,000
Ideal for
Cocktail hour
Included in this room:
- Outdoor space - City views, river views, lake views - Seasonal planters with flowers & greenery - Trees overhead providing beautiful foliage and shade - String lights in trees - Hotel provided cocktail tables, banquet rounds & chairs if needed - Hotel provided bars and buffets if needed
Available services that can be provided by Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk
Services & amenities
- Bar services
- Catering services
- Clean up
- Dance floor
- Dressing room / Bridal Suite
- Event coordinator
- Event rentals
- Event staff
- Lighting/Sound
- On-site accommodations
- Pet friendly
- Service staff
- Set up
- Wedding cake services
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wifi
Transportation & access
- Self parking - paid
Rentals
- Barware
- China
- Flatware
- Glassware
- Lighting
- Linens
- Sound / AV
- Standard Chairs
Accommodations
- Bedroom suites
- Double bed rooms
- Luxury suites
- Room blocks offered
- Single king rooms
Reviews
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Wow - Our Son's Awesome Wedding
Planning an Indian wedding in Chicago — with 700 to 1,000 guests — felt overwhelming at first. We knew we needed a venue that wasn’t just beautiful, but one that truly understood the scale, the culture, and the heart behind a celebration like ours. After searching everywhere, we found the Sheraton Grand on the River… and it ended up being everything we hoped for and more. From the moment we walked in, we felt supported. Vince was one of the first people we worked with, and he made such a difference. When we ran into a small issue with our room blocks, he handled it with so much kindness and patience. It wasn’t just “good service” — it felt like someone genuinely looking out for us during one of the most stressful parts of planning. Behind the scenes, Lisa was our quiet hero. Coordinating with third‑party vendors — especially our own caterers — can be complicated, but she managed it all seamlessly. Knowing she was on top of every detail gave us so much peace of mind. We never had to worry about whether things were being handled; she made sure everything just worked. The venue itself was magical. We split our reception into a cocktail hour and a sit‑down dinner, and the flow couldn’t have been more perfect. The Riverwalk during Labor Day weekend felt like something out of a movie — the views, the energy, the breeze off the water. It created such a joyful start to the evening. And when we stepped into the reception hall… it took our breath away. With the décor in place, it felt grand, elegant, and full of warmth. Our guests couldn’t stop talking about how beautiful everything looked. Looking back, choosing the Sheraton Grand was one of the best decisions we made. They didn’t just give us a venue — they gave us a team that cared, a space that elevated our traditions, and a wedding day we’ll remember for the rest of our lives.
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