The Langham Chicago is one of the city’s most luxurious wedding venues, set on the Chicago River in a landmark Mies van der Rohe building. The Devonshire Ballroom’s floor-to-ceiling windows frame the river and skyline, and the hotel’s service is widely considered the best in Chicago.
Hosting a Wedding at The Langham Chicago
Why Couples Choose The Langham
- The Devonshire Ballroom: floor-to-ceiling windows with river and skyline views, one of the most dramatic reception backdrops in the city. See Kaitlyn & Justin’s wedding film shot there.
- Service: dedicated wedding planners and the attention to detail The Langham brand is known for worldwide.
- Gourmet catering: customizable menus from the hotel’s chefs.
- Luxury accommodations: suites for getting ready and room blocks that keep the whole weekend in one place.
- Location: on the river in the heart of downtown, minutes from the Wrigley Building, Riverwalk, and Michigan Avenue for portraits.
Wedding Costs
- Venue rental: $15,000–$20,000+, depending on the ballroom or event space, day of the week, season, and whether food and beverage minimums are met.
- Catering: $275–$450+ per person, depending on the menu, bar package, and level of service.
- Service charges and taxes: expect an additional service charge plus sales tax on top.
The Langham is firmly in Chicago’s luxury tier, and popular Saturdays book far in advance, so secure your date early.
Filming Weddings at The Langham Chicago
We have filmed many weddings at The Langham, and it is a cinematographer’s dream. The Devonshire Ballroom’s natural light means receptions look luminous on camera without heavy lighting rigs, the riverfront location gives us skyline and Riverwalk shots steps from the door, and the getting-ready suites are among the most beautiful in the city. Watch our Langham wedding films on this page to see it in motion.
The Langham Chicago Wedding FAQ
How much does a Langham Chicago wedding cost?
A Langham Chicago wedding typically costs between $75,000 and $150,000+, with luxury celebrations for larger guest counts often exceeding $200,000, while food and beverage packages generally start around $275–$450+ per guest before service charges and taxes
What is the best space for a wedding at The Langham?
The Devonshire Ballroom is the signature space: river views, natural light, and room for large receptions, with smaller salons for intimate events.
Is The Langham good for wedding films?
Exceptional. Natural light, river and skyline views, and modern architecture that photographs and films beautifully at any hour.
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