Ivy exceeded my expectations this weekend. The setup was stunning! I'm very picky when it comes to…read moredecor and this was exactly what I was looking for. I loved every bit of it and so did our guests. Communication with Ivy was also very easy, she was very responsive both via text and email. The staff were great and extremely helpful the night of the event.

My baby shower experience was absolutely beautiful and perfect! From the stunning decorations to…read morethe attentive and kind staff, everything flowed so smoothly. The photo booth was such a fun highlight and made the day even more memorable. Every detail was so thoughtfully done, and I couldn't have asked for a better celebration to welcome our baby boy. Truly grateful for such an amazing experience! I am so glad I found this banquet hall! Ivy, the owner, was absolutely amazing--so attentive, understanding of my vision, and in constant communication to make sure everything came out perfect. From start to finish, she went above and beyond to bring everything together beautifully. I truly couldn't have asked for a better experience.

We love having our parties here. Lori is the best. We had 2 parties here. 21st bday and 75th bday…read more Great location clean and well organized. Huge bar and nice kitchen area. Microwave, stove/oven, refrigerator and sink. Just Bring your own stuff: decorations, food and cleaning supplies. Great price great location. You can use the funeral home parking lot across the street as long as you ask first. Working bathrooms and bar area. Fits 100 people tightly.

I love renting out this place! The price is amazing and Laurie is a sweetheart someone please give…read morethis lady a raise!

We booked this event space for a bridal shower for one our friends & the space was absolutely…read moreperfect. We had about 25 people and we all fit comfortably in the space and the full kitchen made it so helpful for hosting. Everything was clean and well maintained, the host provided great communication, and the space was both functional and aesthetically pleasing. We will definitely keep this space in mind for upcoming events!

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.

Our wedding was on June 26, 2021 and it was the best day of our life and we had a blast! Lido…read moreBanquets & Events was clean, organized, food was great and everything well served. Andre was professional and I was 100% comfortable with our communication after my husband and I postponed our original wedding date due to the COVID-19 pandemic. I have had dozens of family members call and compliment on how beautiful the hall was and how great the food and service was. Every table was serviced by a very nice and attentive stuff, my guests felt good and well taken care of and of that i must thank I would highly recommend this venue for your event!

I hade fun taking pictures as a photographer at this place, photos came very nice!…read more The lighting was great, decoration, every single detail. Well done!

We had our wedding reception Fall 2021 at the Crystal Ballroom. We fell in love with this venue…read moreright away when we visited and heard the sweet story about how the owner renovated it to surprise his wife for their anniversary. The decor reminded me a classic elegant movie. The planning process was a little stressful, but Amy was super friendly and really seemed to want to make us happy. The food was tasty, but I wish we could've tried more of it before choosing our menu. (We could only try 2 entrees and none of the super long hors d'oeuvres list. They also didn't have photos to look at, which would've been a decent alternative to trying the food.) On wedding day, the servers took away my plate before I ate any of it, after I specifically asked them not to. And they also told my grandmother there were to to-go boxes. I understand if I wasn't the bride, but that was pretty frustrating considering the amount of money we spent on the reception.

I came here for an event and was pleasantly surprised not only by the event space, but by the food!…read more The ballroom is gorgeous- I love the antiques mirror wall. The food was yummy- the risotto was my favorite. Although I usually don't like pesto, I enjoyed the pesto here. The desserts- WOW! What a spread! The key lime, fruit Tarte, tiramisu cake, and the eclair were my favs! But the brownie bite, cheesecake, caramel, and pana cotta were also great. Also- there is street parking as well as a public garage around the corner- I think it's $2 for 1 hour or less, $3 for 2-3 hours, and I'm not sure what the prices are above that. But very reasonable for Chicago area.

I was genuinely impressed with this venue from the moment I walked in. Everything about the event…read morefelt polished and professionally run. The bartenders and staff were outstanding--friendly, attentive, and truly professional. They helped make the entire experience seamless. The venue comfortably accommodated all of the guests without ever feeling crowded. I especially loved the kitchen and serving area, which was thoughtfully designed. It gave guests plenty of room to serve themselves and added an upscale touch to the event. The tables and décor were beautifully done, and the entire venue was bright, spotless, and well-maintained. The restrooms were also exceptionally clean, which is always appreciated. I had the opportunity to speak with the owner, Alma, who shared a little of the venue's history. Learning that it's a family-owned business, with her children helping to run events, made the experience even more special. Their professionalism speaks volumes about the pride they take in their business. There is a small parking lot, with additional street parking available nearby. Overall, this venue exceeded my expectations. If you're planning a wedding, birthday, retirement party, or any special event, I highly recommend giving this place a look. They truly know how to make an event feel first-class.

We rented this hall for a party, and I have to say the venue itself exceeded our expectations. The…read morehall was beautiful, clean, and well-maintained. The decor and overall design created the perfect atmosphere for our celebration, and our guests kept complimenting how nice everything looked. It was exactly what we were hoping for, and the venue played a big part in making the event memorable. Unfortunately, the way the event ended left a disappointing impression. As our rental time was coming to an end, we felt extremely rushed to get everyone out. We were told that if everyone wasn't completely out by the end of our reserved time, we would have to pay for an additional hour. Because of that, instead of enjoying the last few moments with our guests, everyone jumped in to help clean up and get out as quickly as possible. On top of that, security was actively telling guests to leave, which made the end of the party feel stressful and uncomfortable rather than allowing us to wrap things up naturally. I completely understand that venues have schedules to keep and rental times need to be respected. However, there is a difference between enforcing policies and making customers feel rushed. A little flexibility or a more customer-friendly approach at the end would have made a huge difference, especially after renting the space and having such a positive experience throughout the event. Overall, the venue itself is outstanding, and I truly loved everything about it. The only reason I'm not giving it a perfect review is because of how the event concluded. If the staff handled the end of the rental with a little more grace and understanding, this would have easily been a five-star experience.

A perfect wedding venue. I fell in love with the Women's Club of Evanston the moment I walked in…read morefor a tour. It is a gorgeous old mansion with deep roots; the manager (Gretchen) is kind, reliable, and so easy to work with; the preferred caterer we used (Catering by Michaels) was raved about by our guests; and the gift of bringing your own alcohol was huge. Our guests kept commenting on the uniqueness of the space, how great it was to have a pianist playing during our cocktail hour on the first floor, and how joyful and bright the ballroom looked. It was honestly beyond anything I imagined. A few extra things of note - our guests stayed at the Graduate Evanston which is barely a block away (no shuttles needed!); there is a huge parking garage across the street so nobody was looking for parking; and have I mentioned how beautiful the space is? I wish I had a reason to throw a huge event again - I would go back to the Women's Club every time. Huge thank you to Gretchen and her team!

My husband and I had our wedding at The Woman's Club of Evanston in October 2025, and we truly…read morecannot recommend this venue enough. The space is gorgeous on its own -- not a blank slate at all -- so we didn't need nearly as many decorations or flowers as we did at other venues we considered. Our guests raved all day about how beautiful and unique the building was. One of the biggest advantages is that the entire venue is yours for the day. There are no other weddings or events happening at the same time, which makes everything feel calm, special, and centered on your celebration. We had a Sunday brunch wedding, held our ceremony downstairs (very cozy and intimate), and our reception upstairs in the ballroom. The flow between spaces was seamless, and the ballroom floor is amazing for dancing. The sound system was excellent -- speeches and music were crystal clear. Gretchen was wonderful to work with throughout the planning process. She provided vendor recommendations, kept us on track to meet deadlines, and answered all of our questions. We used J&L Catering for our food and Schaffer's for alcohol, and both were excellent and the liquor from Schaffer's was a significant cost savings. Another huge bonus: so many essentials are included with the rental, such as tables, chairs, silverware, and plates. At other venues, those items can be surprisingly expensive to source. Logistically, this location is hard to beat. There are several hotels and great restaurants within walking distance, making it incredibly easy for our out-of-town guests to enjoy an entire weekend in Evanston. Our local guests appreciated that parking is free in Evanston on Sundays and close to the venue. There are also plenty of bathrooms on the same floors where all the events take place -- a small detail that makes a big difference for guest comfort. Finally, it felt meaningful to support a historic building and philanthropic organization rather than a large hotel chain. Overall, we highly recommend The Woman's Club of Evanston as a premier wedding venue in the greater Chicagoland area. We couldn't imagine having celebrated anywhere else.