Celebrations & Meetings
Celebrations & MeetingsHost something extraordinary.
Home to the city’s largest hotel exhibit space, our 50+ breakout rooms, ballrooms, and boardrooms set the scene for meetings, intimate celebrations, and elegant galas.
Our certified event professionals deliver seamless execution, upholding a legacy that has welcomed presidents, royalty, and global leaders.
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Host an Event
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Hilton Honors Events: Earn double Points when you host with Hilton
Hilton Honors Members earn double Points on meetings, events, and group stays. Use your Points for future stays, travel experiences, and more.
Subject to Terms and Conditions. Available at participating hotels worldwide.
Meetings
Host your next meeting at Hilton Chicago. With 234,000 sq. ft. of versatile meeting space, the hotel has a long history of creating events that make a lasting impression.
Social Events
From grand galas to intimate gatherings, black-tie elegance to relaxed celebrations, every event at Hilton Chicago is designed and executed to be unforgettable.
Weddings
Say ‘I do’ at Hilton Chicago. Choose a venue that has it all: beautifully impressive spaces, culinary excellence, and a seasoned team to help you build your dream day.
Event space
From dynamic gatherings of 2,400 or focused sessions of 20, Hilton Chicago offers the ideal downtown Chicago setting for meetings and events of every scale.
Grand Ballroom
The Grand Ballroom, steeped in history and decorated with chandeliers and mirrored accents, is an unparalleled setting for an elegant event.
International Ballroom
Our largest space, the International Ballroom, can comfortably accommodate various parties, trade shows, or exhibitions.
Third Floor
The third floor is home to twelve state-of-the-art rooms – perfect for small meetings to medium sized conferences.
Stevens Meeting Center
Spanning 119,000 SF with four versatile rooms, the Stevens Meeting Center is an excellent choice for gatherings of all kinds.
Fourth and Fifth Floor
Distinguished boardrooms and private meeting rooms on the fourth and fifth floor set the tone for your next conference or breakout session.
Eighth Floor
The Great Lakes meeting rooms — Erie, Huron, Michigan, and Ontario — offer four self-contained, column-free spaces with ample foyer space to connect during meeting breaks.
Special Offers
Prom Night Your Way
Give your students a night to remember as they dance the night away and crown their own ‘Queen or King’ in the same room that Queen Elizabeth II dined and celebrated in. Book Prom night at Hilton Chicago, and receive 1% rebate of your event costs back to your organization.
Set the Stage:
- Complimentary Linens (navy, gold, or silver)
- Stage, Podium, and Dance Floor
- 4 Complimentary Parking Bouchers
- Discounted Parking Rates for the Event
- 2 Complimentary Junior Suites with Lakeview
- Water Stations Throughout the Event
Event Space Capacity Charts
| Event Room Name | Sq. Ft. | Banquet | Conference | Reception | School Room | Theater | U-Shape |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Tradition Room | 1,311 | 6 | 28 | 125 | 42 | 85 | - |
| Continental Room | 10,080 | 900 | - | 1,350 | 630 | 1,100 | - |
| Continental Room A | 3,360 | 300 | 52 | 450 | 210 | 350 | - |
| Continental Room B | 3,360 | 300 | 52 | 450 | 210 | 350 | - |
| Continental Room C | 3,360 | 300 | 52 | 450 | 210 | 350 | - |
| Continental Room Foyer | 3,600 | - | - | 414 | - | - | - |
| Buckingham Room | 2,340 | 80 | 34 | 125 | 60 | 104 | - |