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About Mae District
Couples planning a Chicago wedding will find Mae District among the Chicago area's wedding venues. Beyond wedding venues, the business also offers day-of coordinators — a range that can simplify vendor coordination. This profile is free to claim; verified couple reviews — never payments — determine how it ranks.
Hotels near Mae District
The closest places for out-of-town guests to stay around Chicago, nearest first. Ask the venue which ones offer a room block.
- Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton Inn, & Home2 Suites
- Marriott Marquis
- SpringHill Suites Chicago Chinatown
- Jaslin Hotel
- Hyatt Regency McCormick Place
- Wyndham Chicago McCormick Hotel
Hotel data © OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances are straight-line from the venue.
Verified reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Planning a wedding venue in Chicago
How much do wedding venues cost in Chicago?
Venue pricing in Chicago spans widely — from around $3,000 for simpler spaces to $15,000+ for full-service estates and resorts. The real number to compare is total cost: ask what's included (tables, chairs, linens, staffing) and what's required (mandated caterers, minimums, service fees).
What questions should we ask on a venue tour?
Ask about rain plans, vendor restrictions, overtime fees, when vendors can load in, what the service charge covers, and exactly when you get the space. Get the full fee schedule in writing before signing.
How does Lazo rank wedding venues in Chicago?
Rankings come from the Lazo Score — verified reviews weighted for recency — and are never sold. Vendors without verified reviews yet start at the community baseline of 65 and earn their score as verified reviews arrive.
Chicago weddings, month by month
Days typically top out between 65° and 85° in May, June, July, August, September. The driest months are January, February, December.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Golden hour | Sunset |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 33° | 19° | 11% | 4:01 PM | 4:44 PM |
| Feb | 37° | 23° | 12% | 4:44 PM | 5:23 PM |
| Mar | 48° | 32° | 16% | 6:20 PM | 6:57 PM |
| Apr | 60° | 41° | 23% | 6:54 PM | 7:31 PM |
| May | 71° | 52° | 26% | 7:24 PM | 8:04 PM |
| Jun | 81° | 62° | 27% | 7:45 PM | 8:27 PM |
| Jul | 85° | 68° | 18% | 7:42 PM | 8:23 PM |
| Aug | 83° | 66° | 21% | 7:12 PM | 7:50 PM |
| Sep | 76° | 59° | 18% | 6:23 PM | 6:59 PM |
| Oct | 63° | 46° | 20% | 5:30 PM | 6:08 PM |
| Nov | 49° | 35° | 16% | 3:47 PM | 4:29 PM |
| Dec | 38° | 25° | 14% | 3:35 PM | 4:20 PM |
Average highs, lows and the share of days with 0.1″ of rain or more, from NOAA’s 1991–2020 climate normals at Chicago Midway Airport (9.0 mi from Chicago). Golden hour begins when the sun is 6° above the horizon; both times are for the 15th of each month in Chicago.
Getting to Chicago
| Airport | Distance | Est. drive |
|---|---|---|
| MDW Chicago Midway International Airport | 9 mi | 15 min |
| ORD Chicago O'Hare International Airport | 16 mi | 25 min |
| GYY Gary/Chicago International Airport | 21 mi | 30 min |
| City | Distance | Est. drive |
|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee | 81 mi | 1 hr 40 min |
| Indianapolis | 165 mi | 3 hr 20 min |
| Detroit | 237 mi | 4 hr 50 min |
| Cincinnati | 252 mi | 5 hr 10 min |
Straight-line distance from central Chicago; drive times are estimates, not routes. Airports with scheduled passenger service, from OurAirports.
Details
- Based in
- 19 E 21st St, Chicago, IL 60616, USA
- Where
- Chicago · central Chicago
- Listed under
- Wedding Venues · Day-Of Coordinators
- In Chicago
- One of 326 wedding venues we list · 35 within 3 miles
- Phone
- (312) 766-4394
- Website
- Visit site
From Mae District's website
“Step into history at Mae District, the premier event venue in downtown Chicago, where timeless elegance meets unforgettable experiences. Learn more here.”maedistrict.com
- Services they list
- Getting-ready suites
- Experience
- 40+ years
Read from maedistrict.com in October 2026. Prices and services change; confirm with Mae District before you book. Is this your business? Claim the page to write your own.
Around Chicago
- Wedding Venues nearby
- 35 within 3 mi, 66 within 10
- Guest hotels
- 162 within 5 mi
Distances are straight-line from Mae District; counts come from the businesses and venues Lazo lists around Chicago.
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