Audio Visual & Production Enhancements

Each event at Canvas includes essential in-house AV features to ensure your celebration runs smoothly from the start.

Our built-in system provides LED downlights offering endless color customization, pin spotlights, wireless microphones, and an 800-watt sound setup suitable for background music and speeches.

For clients seeking a true production experience, Canvas offers a state-of-the-art production upgrade featuring a concert-quality 25,000-watt sound system, 64 intelligent moving lights, and a 16x24ft LED wall. Together, these transform the venue into a dynamic, immersive environment ideal for high-energy entertainment, corporate showcases, and luxury weddings.

Our production partners can also design custom stage builds, synchronized lighting sequences, and cinematic special effects, including low fog, CO₂ jets, confetti, and indoor cold sparklers, making Canvas one of the most advanced and versatile event spaces in the Chicago area.

Included

800-Watt Sound System

(2) Wireless Microphones

(2) Microphone Stands

DJ Booth

(1) Gobo Projector

(60) Pin Spotlights

(60) LED Downlights

Add Ons

CO2 Jets

$1,050

Dancing on the Clouds – Low Fog

$1,100

Cold Sparks (minimum of 6)

$150 each

Packages

Lighting Package (64 moving lights)

$3,300

LED Screen Package (16′ x 24′)

$3,300

Surround Sound Package

$3,300

Parking & Accessibility

From the moment guests arrive, Canvas offers convenient and secure on-site parking for up to 120 vehicles. The ground-level lot provides dedicated spaces for vendors and event professionals, along with complimentary parking for approved vendors and deliveries. For guests with mobility needs, accessible parking and entry points are available, ensuring a seamless and comfortable arrival experience for everyone.

Exclusive Open Bar Package

Exclusive Open Bar Package offers a full-service curated bar experience with premium spirits, expert bartending, and seamless guest service throughout your event.

Platinum

4 Hour Bar $45.00 + tax. Per Guest

Spirits

Grey Goose Vodka, Johnny Walker Black Label Scotch, Buffalo Trace, Hendricks Gin, El Dorado 12-year Rum, Casamigos Blanco Tequila, Crown Royal

Wine & Beer

Red & White Wines, Imported & Domestic Beer

Non Alcohol Beverages

Assorted Soft Beverages, Mineral & Spring Water

Gold

4 Hour Bar $35.00 + tax. Per Guest

Spirits

Tito’s Vodka, Dewars Scotch, Espolòn Blanco Tequila, Bombay Sapphire Gin, Makers Mark, Canadian Club Whiskey, Bacardi 8 Rum, E&J XO Brandy

Wine & Beer

Red & White Wines, Imported & Domestic Beer

Non Alcohol Beverages

Assorted Soft Beverages, Mineral & Spring Water

Silver

4 Hour Bar $25.00 + tax. Per Guest

Wine & Beer

Red & White Wines, Imported & Domestic Beer

Non Alcohol Beverages

Assorted Soft Beverages, Mineral & Spring Water

ADDITIONAL CHARGES: Bartender $350 each (recommended 1 per 75 guests), Glassware Porter $350 each (recommended 1 per 100 guests), Bar Condiments $350 (includes garnishes, napkins, straws, ice), An extended open bar is available for an additional $10.00 per guest

Exclusive BYOB & Beverage Service

Perfect for clients who wish to personally curate their beverage selections, this package allows you to provide all spirits, wines, beers, mixers, and water for your event. Our professional bartenders will serve all drinks from the bar, ensuring seamless service throughout the evening. Dinner wine service, passed champagne, and champagne toasts can be arranged upon request to enhance your guest experience.

Bartender

1 Bartender/75 Guests

$350.00 each

1 Glassware Porter/100 Guests

$350.00 each

Corkage Fee

Applies to guests ages 21+

$15.00 each

For guest under 21

$7.50 each

Bar Duration 4 hours

$350 per additional hour

All Bar Condiments

Garnishes, Napkins, Straws, Glassware and Ice

$350.00 total

Your spirits, our professional bar service. A refined setup that keeps your celebration elevated and effortless.

Preferred Catering Partners

Every rental at Canvas includes far more than just a venue — it’s a full event experience, designed to make your day seamless, stylish, and unforgettable.

847-971-5663

samarj@ashyanabanquets.com

312-377-0920

info@blueplatechicago.com

312-735-1577

rich@butterclaw.com

847-966-6555

events@cateringbymichaels.com

630-589-9542

lucia@chicchefcatering.com

312-829-2800

jane@entertainingcompany.com

847-745-5134

info@occasionschicago.com

847-519-0445

indiahouse17@gmail.com

312-280-7900

info@occasionschicago.com

847-260-5777

anu@mantrachicago.com

847-674-0033

inquiry@zeldascatering.com

Customized catering packages typically range from $125–$250+ per guest. A full list of preferred partners is provided to confirmed clients. Outside caterers may be approved upon request and are subject to an additional processing fee.

Exclusive Floral & Décor by Yanni Design Studio

Canvas is more than a venue — it’s a creative collaboration. Through our exclusive partnership with Yanni Design Studio , Chicago’s leading event design and production company, every celebration is transformed into an immersive, one-of-a-kind experience. From custom florals, lighting, and drapery to signature furniture, staging, and décor, every element is designed and built to reflect your personal style. Together, Canvas and Yanni Design Studio create a seamless fusion of artistry and atmosphere — turning your vision into an unforgettable reality.

YDS Pricing is customized based on design complexity, and décor selection.

The Venue Setting

Canvas is a modern, versatile space designed to inspire creativity and elevate every celebration. The 10,000 sq. ft. Chandelier Ballroom features 21-foot ceilings, polished concrete flooring, and a collection of signature crystal chandeliers that cast a modern, sculptural glow. Expansive and open, the space was designed by Yanni Design Studio to be transformed, inviting creativity while maintaining an inherent sense of elegance.

Just beyond the ballroom, the 8,000 sq. ft. Garden Terrace unfolds into a private outdoor haven, framed by lush greenery and ambient lighting. The result is a seamless indoor–outdoor experience that transitions effortlessly from ceremony to celebration. With its flexible design and timeless aesthetic, Canvas provides an inspiring backdrop for weddings, galas, and celebrations of all kinds, leaving a lasting impression.

Schedule a Private Tour and experience both spaces in person, the perfect Canvas for your event.

What’s Included at Canvas

Every rental at Canvas includes far more than just a venue — it’s a full event experience, designed to make your day seamless, stylish, and unforgettable.

  • (2) VIP guest suites with security safe
  • (100) Complimentary parking spots
  • (20) Round 72-inch tables for 10–12 guests each
  • (10) Round 48-inch or 10 round 36-inch tables for 4–6 guests each
  • (10) Glass cocktail tables
  • (200) Matrix clear acrylic chairs with black or white cushions
  • (12) Canvas signature black crystal chandeliers
  • (60) LED downlighting
  • (40) PIN lights
  • (2) Movable 16 ft tall green trees
  • (4) Movable carts for catering (3’x6’)
  • (4) Small trolly carts on wheels (2’x4’)
  • (4) Stationary glass top tables for catering (3’x6’)
  • Outdoor up-lit terrace/garden for ceremonies/cocktails accommodating up to 275 guests
  • 18′ Canvas Signature Bar designed for up to 3 bartenders
  • (12) Staging Pieces (4′ x 8′)
  • 100 ft. Fabric room divider
  • 800wt sound system includes 2 wireless microphones and 2 microphone stands
  • DJ podium (3’x5’)
  • (1) Gobo projector
  • Two hours: set-up and take down for vendors
  • Separate Catering Prep area
  • Easy access vendor load-in and load-out zones
  • Venue director with initial event consultation
  • Basic facility staffing (3 people)
  • On-site restroom cleaning attendant
  • Basic electrical power
  • Wi-Fi

Venue Pricing

At Canvas, transparency is at the heart of exceptional service. Our pricing is straightforward and honest, allowing you to plan with confidence while experiencing the luxury and creativity that define every Canvas event. Each venue rental includes full access to both the Chandelier Ballroom and Private Garden Terrace, along with professional lighting, premium sound, and support from our dedicated on-site venue team to ensure all venue logistics run seamlessly throughout your event.

Monday – Thursday

(5:00 PM – 12:00 AM)

$8,000

Friday

(4:00 PM – 12:00 AM)

$10,000

Saturday

(4:00 PM – 12:00 AM)

$14,000

Sunday

(4:00 PM – 12:00 AM)

$11,000

ADD-ONS

Holiday Weekend Fee: +$2,000

Applies to Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s events.

Extended Usage: $500 per additional hour

Applies to time added before or after contracted hours.

Additional Guest Fee: $20 per person

Applies to guest counts over 200. Covers additional chairs, tables, cleaning, and labor.