No matter the occasion, theme, budget, or number of guests, we'll help you find that perfect site for your next event.

Through our partnerships with many different facilities throughout Chicagoland, we can provide a wide variety of creative venues to make your event truly memorable.

Windy City Fieldhouse
Windy City Fieldhouse is located just 10 minutes north of the Loop. The Fieldhouse is the length of a football field (over 55,000 square feet in size) and features a multitude of sports and fitness activities. Ideal for private events, the facility can be reserved for up to 3,500 people for corporate outings, team building or special events of any size. Other unique City of Chicago venues available.
Location Contact
2367 West Logan Boulevard
Chicago, IL
Murrel Karsh
(773) 486-7300
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Bensenville Water Park
The Bensenville Water Park is the perfect place for a group outing, company picnic or private pool rental. Located just a couple of miles from I-290 and 1 block East of Route 83; the Water Park is one of the best kept secrets of the western suburbs. We offer a zero depth entry pool, a 155 foot water slide, two drop slides, and interactive water playground for children age 9 and under, a one meter diving board, large 90’ x 90’ grass area just for outside groups, concessions, sand play area and over 120 pieces of pool furniture. The Golf Waters Miniature Golf course is attached to the Water Park and is included with any group outing during regular pool hours.
Location Contact
1000 W. Wood Street
Bensenville, IL
Mr. Conor Cahill
(630) 766-7015
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Redmond Complex, Village of Bensenville
Stunning facility for large or small events, picnics and team building. 88 acres with a 16 acre pond featuring paddle boats, canoes and kayaks. A 1.2 mile walking/jogging path surrounds the complex. A lighted baseball stadium with seating for 1,200, a premium softball field with stands and restroom facilities and a full sized soccer field are waiting for your guests. This gem of a facility also has basketball and volleyball courts, in line skating rink, a pavilion, two gazebos, children's playgrounds, climbing wall and a bandshell. DJ's and bands are permitted. Alcohol is not permitted in the park. Also available, is ice time at the beautiful Edge Ice Arenas. This complex has three full sized indoor ice rinks with locker rooms.
Location Contact
Jefferson Street east of County Line Road Mr. Gary Thorsen
(630) 670-1692
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Elk Grove Park District/Pirate's Cove
and Rainbow Falls
Interested in interesting locations for corporate meetings or outings? Call EGPD's Debby Oneil for your corporate needs. Outdoor facilities, indoor classrooms, gazebos, tented classrooms, on-site and off-site corporate recreation, food, beverage and entertainment all facilitated with one phone call.
Location Contact
1000 Wellington
Elk Grove Village, IL
Ms. Debby Oneil
(847) 228-3516
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Schaumburg Park District/Water Works
Make your event weatherproof this summer or winter! The Water Works, Illinois’ premier indoor aquatic park, is the perfect spot for your company gathering. Three large pools (including one with a beach-like entry), four waterslides, a splashy water playground and a giant whirlpool spa are just some of the features that you and your employees and their families will delight in. Private and semi-private rentals can be arranged. Air-conditioned indoor party rooms. Available for rental 7 days a week. In addition to Water Works, Schaumburg Park District has several facilities available for corporate and family functions. Amenities include meeting rooms, indoor tennis courts, shelters, playgrounds, ball fields, basketball courts and outdoor swimming pools.
Location Contact
505 N. Springinsguth Road
Schaumburg, IL
Ms. Kristy Paukner
(847) 985-2144
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DuPage County Forest Preserve Headquarters
For information pertaining to DuPage County Forest Preserve grove locations and permit procedures, please call.
Location Contact
Permits: 120 E. Liberty Street
Wheaton, IL
Picnic Permits
(630) 933-7200
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Carol Stream Park District
Carol Stream is nestled in the heart of the Northwest Suburbs. Their park district hosts 36 parks and playgrounds ranging in size from 1/4 acre to 74 acres - perfect for company picnics and outings! Facilities are also available for indoor events.
Location Contact
391 Illini Drive
Carol Stream, IL 60188
Mr. Brian Romes
(630) 784-6100
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Arlington Heights Park District
With over 50 parks and facilities, the friendly staff of this fine park district will be happy to help you find a location that suits your needs.
Location Contact
410 N. Arlington Heights Rd.
Arlington Heights, IL
Ms. Cathy Puchalski
(847) 577-3000
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Friendship Park Conservatory
Located in Friendship Park (Mt. Prospect), this beautifully landscaped facility is set back from the road. Amenities include tennis courts, baseball diamonds, a children’s playground, and a fieldhouse (rest room facilities). Friendship Park Conservatory may be rented as a rain back up or for its clean, air-conditioned banquet room. Imagine the spectacular memories you’ll treasure from this unique location. Greens and flowers bloom all year ‘round! Small companies may wish to hold a picnic for up to 65 people in the courtyard. Larger groups of 200-250 can enjoy an outdoor event on the spacious grounds. This facility has a liquor license. Available for rental 7 days a week.
Location Contact
395 Algonquin Road
Des Plaines, IL
Ms. Pat Pezen
(847) 298-3500
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Park Central
Park Central is a beautifully appointed facility which includes a spectacular New Orleans style courtyard just perfect for a Holiday party, wedding or outdoor event. Complete with a delightful fountain and lush greenery. Casual or formal. The air-conditioned banquet hall can accommodate up to 120 guests.
Location Contact
3000 Central Road
Rolling Meadows, IL
Ms. Shannon Klemp
(847) 818-3202 x239
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The Redfield Estate at The Grove
Storybook setting that combines beauty and history...an ideal location for those occasions that are distinctly unique. Fully equipped, picturesque Northern European country house. Spacious, private grounds for a glorious picnic, holiday party or business meeting. Air-conditioned. Available for rental 7 days a week. House will accommodate 85 sit down guests or a buffet for groups of up to 125.
Location Contact
1421 Milwaukee Avenue
Glenview, IL
Ms. Carol DiLorenzo
(847) 298-0095
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Gurnee Park District
The Gurnee Park District offers rental facilities to accommodate picnics, parties, receptions, banquets and meetings.
Location Contact
4374 Old Grand Avenue
Gurnee, IL
Ms. Jenny Runkel
(847) 623-7788
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Forest Preserve District of Cook County
The Cook County Forest Preserves have thousands of picnic groves available. For more information on securing a grove or to obtain a picnic permit, please call.
Location Contact
Permits: 536 North Harlem
River Forest, IL
Picnic Permits
(630) 771-1055
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Lake County Forest Preserve Headquarters
Welcome, relax and have fun in your clean, safe forest preserves located just minutes from home or work. A wide variety of award winning facilities and programs awaits you and your employees in these peaceful, natural settings. Shelters, picnic tables, playgrounds, sports fields, horseback riding and rest rooms are some of the amenities offered at the numerous Lake County Forest Preserve locations.
Location Contact
2000 Milwaukee
Libertyville, IL
Picnic Permits
(847) 367-6640
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Barrington Park District
The Barrington Park District offers two parks for which patrons are allowed to rent shelters or party rooms. Langendorf Park has beautifully landscaped picnic groves, shelters, and an air-conditioned party room that can seat 100 people. Amenities located in Langendorf Park include a children’s playground, baseball fields, a skate park, basketball courts, AquaLusion Pool (outdoor pool with water slides) and a par 3, five-hole learning golf course.

Citizens Park is Barrington’s newest 45 acre award-winning park. This park is home to Illinois’ First Universally Accessible Tree House. Nestled among the trees are 2 picnic shelters, an outdoor amphitheater, a gazebo, four tennis courts, two basketball courts and the lodge, which seats about 30 people and features an indoor/outdoor fireplace. The Jewel Tea Pavilion stands majestically in the center of the park. Its vaulted ceilings, large fireplace, stunning masonry pillars and the removable glass walls make this a perfect location for an outdoor reception. The facility holds 125 people.

Location Contact
Barrington, IL Contact: Barbara Thompson
Phone: 847-304-5297
Fax: 847-381-8794
Email: bthompson@barringtonparkdistrict.org
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Odeum Expo Center
Rain or shine, this unique 130,000 sq. ft. indoor space provides plenty of room for all types of events! Located in DuPage, it is the county's largest indoor sports and expo center, perfect for corporate outings, themed picnics, employee parties, amusement rides, and much more.
Location Contact
1033 North Villa Avenue
Villa Park, Ilinois 60181
Brad Walsh
(630) 941-9292
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