Industrial loft event space at 815 West Weed Street set with cocktail tables under chandeliers

Birthday Parties in Chicago

A Birthday Worth
Celebrating in Style

8,000+ sq ft of historic loft — reserved entirely for your night.

From milestone birthdays to sweet sixteens, 815 sets the scene with exposed brick, timber beams, steel accents and elegant chandeliers — a warm, character-rich backdrop for dinner, dancing and everything in between.

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8,000+ Sq Ft

Flexible, multi-level space for parties of all sizes.

Historic Loft

Exposed brick, timber beams and chandeliers throughout.

Seated or Standing

Room for seated dinners and standing receptions alike.

Two Full Bars

Striking bar areas on the first and second floors.

On-Site Team

Support from the first walk-through to the final toast.

Why Choose 815

Where HistoryMeets Heart

At 815, every event is an opportunity to create something meaningful. Our team works closely with you — from the first walk-through to the final toast — to ensure your birthday feels seamless, personal and unforgettable.

Once a place where pigments were mixed and matched for the world, these walls now echo with music and laughter instead. Flexible floor plans, AV and sound capabilities, and a vendor-friendly policy mean your caterer, DJ and planner are all welcome to bring your vision to life.

Because when the right space meets the right vision, magic happens.

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Lounge at 815 with exposed brick walls, mustard yellow sofas, colorful wall art and a chandelier

Ways to Celebrate

Every Kind of Birthday

Multi-level and endlessly configurable — the space adapts to the party you have in mind.

Round tables with white linens and gold chiavari chairs set for a birthday dinner

Milestone Birthdays

30th, 40th, 50th and beyond — marked in a room with real character.

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Cocktail Parties

Two bar areas and an open floor built for mingling and music.

Event hall with brick walls, exposed wooden beams and gold chiavari chairs at banquet tables

Sweet 16s & Quinceañeras

A grand, photogenic setting for a coming-of-age celebration.

Second floor event space with exposed brick walls, wooden beams and tables set for dinner

Birthday Dinners

Intimate seated dinners under warm chandelier light.

Industrial style lounge with exposed brick walls, vintage sofas, chandelier and patterned rug

Lounge & After-Party

Comfortable lounge areas to slow the night down — or keep it going.

A Glimpse Inside 815

Picture Your Party Here

Every image reflects real spaces within our venue — the atmosphere, scale and finishes you can expect.

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Dark industrial lobby with metal staircases and a large arched mirror reflecting the seating area

First-floor lounge space at 815 West Weed Street

Spacious second floor event venue with exposed wooden beams, chandeliers and banquet tables

Second-floor bar at 815 West Weed Street

Second floor event room at 815 West Weed Street

Modern L-shaped black bar counter with clear acrylic bar stools and wood-slat paneling

Interior view of the 815 West Weed Street event venue

Event venue interior with warm lighting at 815 West Weed Street

High-angle view looking down the multi-story modern metal staircase inside the venue

Packages & What's Included

Built Around Your Celebration

Every birthday at 815 is quoted individually — because a seated fortieth and a late-night cocktail party need very different things. Share your date, guest count and vision and we'll put together pricing tailored to your night.

Full-venue access across multiple levels
Flexible floor plans for your layout
Tables and seating options available
AV and sound capabilities
Private prep and lounge suites
Vendor-friendly: caterers, planners, DJs, stylists
Two distinctive bar areas
On-site support from our team

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Real Stories, Real Experiences

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Our Story

Life in Full Color

Once a place where pigments were mixed and matched for the world, 815 continues to be a space where color comes alive — now through laughter, love and celebration. The same walls that once held cans of paint now echo with music and joy as people gather to mark their most cherished milestones.

Today this former factory tells a new story: one of creativity, connection and beautifully lived moments. At 815, we believe life is art and every event is a brushstroke.

First floor event area at 815 West Weed Street

In the Heart of Chicago

Conveniently Located

Address815 W Weed Street, Chicago, IL 60642
Phone(312) 528-1200
Emailevents@815weedst.com
Venue8,000+ sq ft of flexible, multi-level loft space

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Second floor event venue with exposed brick walls, wooden ceilings, chandeliers and banquet tables

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A Birthday WorthCelebrating in Style