A great space for events! Easy to get to, lots of parking available and very adaptable for a wide…read morerange of guests. We held a baby shower for about 35 people and it was a perfect space for our event. Bringing in your own food and drinks made this a very affordable option and we were able to customize the space with our own decor too. Michelle is great to work with, quick to reply to questions and made the process of reservation and preparation super easy.

The venue was exceptional. Michelle provided prompt and helpful responses to all our inquiries. Our…read morebaby's first birthday celebration comfortably accommodated approximately 35 guests, with ample space available. This location is highly recommended for event hosting.

An Absolutely Exceptional Experience at Old Towne Hall What…read morean incredible venue and an even more incredible team! When our family needed a place to gather and celebrate the life of a loved one, we wanted somewhere that felt special, welcoming, and memorable. From the moment we walked into Old Towne Hall, we knew we had found exactly that. The charm, character, and rich history of this beautiful building made it unlike any venue we've ever experienced. Learning that it is the oldest operating speakeasy added a unique touch that made the setting feel even more meaningful and memorable. What truly set our experience apart, however, was Ingo and his amazing staff. Planning a Celebration of Life is an emotional journey, and there are so many details to manage while processing the loss of someone you care deeply about. From day one, Ingo treated us with genuine compassion, patience, and professionalism. He sat down with us, listened to our vision, and carefully walked us through every option available. Every little detail mattered to him. He helped us select linens that perfectly matched our invitations, assisted with menu planning, and thoughtfully ensured that every guest with dietary restrictions would be comfortably accommodated. As our RSVP numbers changed, he reassured us repeatedly, "Don't worry, we've got this." And he absolutely meant it. When the day arrived, our family was focused on honoring our loved one and being present with friends and family. Thanks to Ingo and his staff, we never had to worry about a single detail. Everything was handled flawlessly. The entire team was attentive, caring, organized, and always one step ahead. They transformed what could have been an overwhelming day into a beautiful celebration filled with warmth, comfort, and cherished memories. We are beyond grateful for the kindness and care shown to our family. If you're looking for a unique venue with incredible history, outstanding service, and a team that truly cares about making your event special, I cannot recommend Old Towne Hall in Downtown Crystal Lake highly enough. Thank you, Ingo and the entire Old Towne Hall team, for helping us create such a meaningful and memorable celebration for someone we loved so dearly.

Amazing catering job. Staff and chef were fabulous. The food was top notch. The best salmon I ever…read morehad. I would most definitely hire them for all my upcoming events.

Anna does an incredible job running her venue. She is perfect! We were able to have our engagement…read moreshoot and elopement at the shores of turtle creek before our wedding day. Anna is so flexible and willing to share great advice with us planning our wedding. Anna is so organized and her list of vendors also created an amazing wedding day. We couldn't be happier with our experience and can't wait to use her space for future milestones! - Isabelle & Alex 6.13.26

We hosted an event at Turtle Creek Venue and everything was absolutely perfect. The space was…read morebeautiful, well-maintained, and made the entire experience seamless from start to finish. We also rented an Airbnb down the street in Spring Grove with an indoor pool, which made the whole occasion even more memorable. Fun times all around! Highly recommend this venue for any special event

Catherine was great! I loved working with her. She made this process so easy. There are so many…read morepositive things to say. They only do one event per weekend. We were able to decorate and rehearse on a Friday. Have my wedding on Saturday and pick up everything and leave by Sunday. We rented out all 3 homes that are offered. The houses were beautiful and extremely homey. Had everything we needed. My family , bridal party and I were all able to get ready the day of the wedding. The photos are beautiful right by the pond. You can tell Concorde center takes great care of the land. I will say this venue would be best for weddings under 100-110 people max. It's the not biggest. We had 95 people and it was perfect with enough space for a dance floor and photobooth. A few downsides that could be worked on is you have to choose their preferred caterers. They give you only 3 options. First option never got back to me. I called and emailed them multiple times and never heard a word back. I would advise Concorde to take them completely off their list. Second place was pricey and out of our budget. The woman who owns it was very busy and seemed uninterested in our event. The last place I had no choice but to go with was 31 North. Which we were dissatisfied with their food. I also wish they would allow you to go into the homes a little earlier than 10 am. Considering it can take hours for a bridal party to get ready the day of. Other than that everything went very smoothly and I'm glad I choose this venue close to home.

We used The Concorde Center for our 75 guest wedding this summer. I agree with the RJ M. post- the…read moregrounds are beautiful. They have a great outdoor patio with a working outdoor fireplace and our guests enjoyed walks on the paths overlooking the pond. I have to say the vendor list could be better- we ended up using The Caterist which was outside the vendor list without a fee. Overall a great location for a memorable wedding and flexible staff.

Everything was beautiful! Bathrooms were clean, just need more space to park on the weekendsread more

Great place to have any event. A hidden gem for sure. Nadia is a great host and very accommodating,…read morelistens and execute She take your ideas and add to them to make everything what you want plus more. Very beautiful set up, I have no complaints whatsoever. I will be going here again.

Perfect venue for a diy wedding with about 80-85 guests & allows room for a dj and dance floor…read more Fall foliage makes a beautiful backdrop for pictures. Large kitchen for your caterer. Good local vendors for florist and bartenders. Once you packup all your decor, a cleaning crew comes in to clean the venue.

Lovely DIY/historic venue option for less than 175 in downtown Lake Geneva!…read more While we decided against going w/ HH as a venue, I can't recommend Beth and the space highly enough. Beth is thoughtful, competent, friendly and organized. As for the space, the price point is reasonable, the indoor/outdoor functionality is awesome, and with a little DIY love, this place could really shine for a big day. It's on the historic register of places, and it's all "al fresco garden/backyard meets historic park pavilion" in its feel. Bring all yr own booze/give it away (no selling!), rock a licensed caterer - they have a HUGE, fully-equipped catering kitchen, use their tables chairs or rent your own, and well, yeah. This spot is an affordable and lovely option for those looking to go a little more DIY route on their wedding day.

Location: Perfect, just off the Woodstock Square Lots…read moreof outdoor photo ops nearby Venue: Classic, great space, lots of natural light Our small, less formal wedding set up in the Brick Room Exactly what we were looking for And still had use of the Ballroom for photos Staff: Gracious, friendly and accommodating Ashley and her crew were wonderful to work with Particularly grateful they delivered leftover food to a local shelter Food: Absolutely fantastic Truly the best food I have ever eaten at a wedding Price: Reasonable Lots of package options to fit your budget Great value

We had our 10 year high school reunion here. The ballroom is beautiful with classics woodstock…read morecharm. The staff was extremely friendly and super accommodating. The location is great, right on the square with an attached full service bar. I highly recommend booking an event here for your next party!

For $30/hr, Algonquin's residents can rent the first floor of this building that's nestled on the…read morecorner of Algonquin Rd. & 31. I never even knew this was a possibility but stumbled upon it, thanks to the power of Google, when I was looking for a venue that would accommodate 50-ish people for my son's baptism reception lunch. This place definitely won't break the bank by any stretch of the imagination. The only downside is that it's not much to look at. The hall is nice and airy, 2 walls of windows let ample light stream in, and a wall of floor to ceiling mirrors reflect the light. The floors are wood, and the walls are cream, which provide a nice neutral palette for decorating without worrying about clashing. There's a tiny little kitchen in the back corner, complete with microwave and a full-sized refrigerator. Obviously they don't cater or anything, which is both a plus and a minus. They don't even have a coffee maker on hand, so be prepared to bring your own. What they do supply, or at least claim to, are 6-8 tables and 40-50 chairs. What we found when we arrived were 3 tables and about 20 chairs. We never did locate the rest of the tables and chairs, but we made due with what we had. This place isn't fancy by any stretch of the imagination, but if you're looking for a nice facility to hold a lunch or a get-together that isn't in your home, Algonquin's Historic Village Hall is a great option. We will definitely keep this place in mind for our next party.

We heard about the Candlelight Concerts on social media so we decided to go for a Friday Beatles…read moreconcert in Oak Park. We went for the early show (430pm) and it was only about half full. You buy tickets in advance by zone..A,B,C. We purchased the C zone which was just fine. Seating is open in each zone and the sound was perfect. The string quartet were very talented musicians that played about 15 Beatles songs in a little over an hour. There was no intermission and no food or drink options. Parking can be a challenge in the area as it is mainly street parking. There are 6 different locations thru out the Chicagoland area for this unique one of a kind concert played by flickering candlelight.

A nice auditorium that host a variety of Candlelight Concert performance, cultural events and…read moredifferent exhibitions. The architectural of this building has a unique and 20th Century vibe. I came here on tonight for the Fever Candlelight Christmas Pop Classic Concert. Beautiful decorations for the Holiday's. LED candles brightly lit on stage and around the the auditorium. I enjoyed the performances from varieties of Christmas Songs. Magical, stunning and intimate ambiance. The ushers were nice and escorted everyone to their seating Zone. The seats were hard and a bit uncomfortable. FYI - Out of respect for others to enjoy the show and to the performers. There is no recording or taking pictures during the performance. But, towards the end of the show, they will announce you can record. There is street meter parking along Lake Street in Oak Park. The quartet was phenomenal.