The Arbory - Chicago, Illinois

Albany C.

I had the pleasure of photographing a wedding at The Arbory in Chicago on November 2024, and it was an absolutely delightful experience. The venue offers ample space, which is perfect for both intimate and larger gatherings.

The chic aesthetics, combined with natural wood elements and elegant décor, create a stunning and sophisticated ambiance. The tall ceilings provide a sense of openness, and the lighting is fantastic, enhancing the natural beauty of the space.

What truly sets The Arbory apart is its amazing staff. They were incredibly accommodating and made sure everything ran smoothly throughout the day. I highly recommend this venue to anyone looking for a perfect blend of style and functionality for their special occasion.

Daniel P.

I cannot say enough wonderful things about The Arbory as a wedding venue. From the moment we stepped onto the property, we were blown away by the modern jungalow vibes and stunning surroundings. The space is so beautiful and full of living plants that helped us stretch our floral budget while still creating a gorgeous blossoming space! The team at The Arbory was incredibly accommodating and flexible, allowing us to set up the space exactly as we envisioned for our special day. The bridal suite is amazing and provided a great space for us as a couple to step away and connect throughout the nice. I would also note that we loved the built-in photo/video booth!

One of the most impressive moments was when they seamlessly flipped the ceremony space into the reception area, quickly and stealthily. It was truly a magical transformation. And I have to give a special shoutout to Shay, who went above and beyond to ensure that every detail was perfect and that we were happy. The Arbory truly exceeded our expectations and provided the perfect backdrop for our dream wedding. Thank you to the entire team for making our day so unforgettable. We highly recommend The Arbory to anyone looking for a stunning and flexible wedding venue.

Hillary S.

We fell in love the moment we saw it. From the stunning art walls to the thoughtfully curated décor and the incredible abundance of plants, this Chicago gem truly comes alive—especially in the winter. It provided the perfect warm, inviting atmosphere for our wedding day.

Shay, the Event Venue Director, was an absolute pleasure to work with. She was incredibly kind, always on top of communication, and brought so many fun, creative ideas to the table. Her expertise helped us transform the space into something uniquely ours, and we couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out.

The Arbory is a breathtaking space with so much character, and we couldn’t recommend it more highly for your wedding or special event. It was everything we dreamed of!

Alyssa A.

We had an incredible experience with The Arbory and are so happy to recommend it. We worked with Shay, whose attention to detail, professionalism, and quick responses helped our day run smoothly and put us both at ease. The venue itself is gorgeous, a perfect Chicago urban chic aesthetic, complete with beautiful murals, exposed brick, plants, natural light, and a stunning chandelier. The bridal suite is also a gorgeous perk that became a safe haven when we needed a moment of quiet. The photo ops are endless, the vibe is great, and it's truly a beautiful place to celebrate love in Chicago.

Kelly B.

The Arbory was the perfect venue and was exactly what we were looking for when planning our wedding. The space has beautiful exposed brick and the plants are an amazing added bonus! We worked with Shay while planning our wedding and she was prompt to answer any questions we had leading up to our wedding. Wedding day came and it was everything we could have hoped for and more. Our guests loved the venue and my vision came to life with the help of all of our vendors. I couldn't have asked for a better day. I am so happy with our choice to have our wedding at The Arbory, and would recommend the use of the venue for your future weddings!

Molly B.

The Arbory was an absolute dream wedding venue for us! The space itself is stunning, with endless opportunities to personalize it and make it your own. The venue provides beautiful touches like string lights, candles, furniture, plants, and more to perfectly fit the vibe of any event. What truly stood out to us was Shay and the entire Arbory team. During our initial venue search, I had trouble reaching other venues, as Chicago is always busy with weddings! While we knew The Arbory was a popular spot, Shay was consistently responsive and incredibly helpful from the very beginning. This made a huge difference, as it’s so easy to feel overwhelmed during the planning process. We’re so grateful for the care and attention the team gave us, which made our experience all the more memorable!

Sujata M.

The Arbory is a beautiful venue and worked out perfectly for our wedding. We really enjoyed the attention to detail incorporated into the design of the space which made for a very unique space. Because the Arbory has so much decor already, we really didn't need add much more. Shay and team are great to work with and handled our wedding wonderfully. They were able to provide flexibility which really helped with our tight schedule of events and the parking lot rental a block away was a huge bonus!

Nick A.

The Arbory was the perfect venue for both our ceremony & reception of 175 guests! From start to finish, we couldn’t have asked for a more beautiful, seamless, memorable day. After looking at many venues, the unique touches The Arbory offers really stood out to us. In addition, they make things easy by offering lighting options, a photo/video booth, and wooden tables/chairs in house without having to bring in other vendors.

Shay gave us our initial tour and was such a joy to work with throughout the entire process. She is incredibly attentive, professional, and went above and beyond to make sure every detail was taken care of. We’ll forever be grateful for the unforgettable memories made here!