Fairlie

We hosted our wedding at the Fairlie at the end of May this year. Alison was absolutely incredible in her responsiveness, consideration, and eagerness to help in preparation of our wedding. The walk through was so smooth, and the day of the wedding was absolutely impeccable. Even with the new remodels in the space, everything was absolutely STUNNING. Would absolutely go back + do it all over again at the Fairlie!

Alison was exceptional in her role as both wedding planner and Event Manager at The Fairlie. With a large wedding of 270 guests and an equally large bridal party, her organization, patience, and calm presence were invaluable from start to finish. She handled countless details, timelines, emails, questions, and last-minute changes with professionalism and grace, always making us feel supported and confident. Her deep knowledge of The Fairlie allowed her to offer smart guidance, creative problem-solving, and thoughtful suggestions that truly enhanced the planning process. The Fairlie itself was a stunning venue and accommodated our large guest count beautifully, including a spacious dance floor that stayed packed all night. The venue team was also incredibly accommodating in allowing us to deliver décor and supplies well in advance of the wedding—especially helpful given the holiday timing—which lifted a significant burden and helped the entire weekend run more smoothly. As an evening wedding in January, the atmosphere was especially magical—the entire space glowed with candlelight and felt warm, romantic, and elegant despite the winter cold outside. Alison and her team executed every detail seamlessly, ensuring the ceremony and reception flowed. We could not have asked for a better venue or a more capable, caring professional to guide us through such an important day.

Fairlie was an amazing venue for our wedding, and we would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a unique and beautiful space in Chicago! One thing we really loved was that Fairlie was one of the few venues we found that had a dedicated groomsmen suite, which made getting ready so much easier and more enjoyable for the wedding party. The Tuk Tuk was also such a fun and memorable touch that our guests absolutely loved! They recently renovated the bar area, and it looks fantastic. The updated space added even more character and style to an already beautiful venue. Overall, we had a great experience from start to finish and are so happy we chose Fairlie for our wedding day!

When you think of stunning, elegant, calm, and beautiful - you can think of the Fairlie. We had our wedding here in mid-October of 2025 and it was nothing but spectacular. Both the bridal and groom suite were spacious and held more than enough room for everyone. The bridal sweet has excellent vanity stations and lighting, so hair and makeup can definitely be done here if preferred. We loved how much exposed brink was in the building, with very large windows which made the room seem intimate and elegant. The venue is gorgeous on it's own, so it doesn't need a ton of decorations if that is your preference. The stair case adds a special touch to any of the entrances throughout the day/night. There is a tuktuk you can utilize for your reception entrance or be used as a decorative piece - we rode into our reception this way and our guests called it "iconic." Also, the main entrance can open big enough so a food truck can drive into the venue - we did this and it was a huge hit with our guests. The staff were very responsive and accommodating - they helped personalize the venue and fulfilled our requests. There is a BYOB option, which is a huge plus in our opinion. My wife and I will always tell this story, but we knew right away that this would be the place we would get married. The Fairlie was the first venue that we saw, and as we were getting our tour, the tour guide walked right into the open space and said "and this is where you will be getting married". We both got chills, looked at each other, and thought, this is it. So, needless to say, thank you Fairlie for being such gracious hosts. We would recommend the Fairlie 100% to anyone who are looking for a venue for a wedding or event. - Kyle and Rachelle

We absolutely loved our wedding reception at the Fairlie. It was the perfect venue for our winter wedding!! The event space itself has an industrial vibe, beautiful staircase and extremely high ceilings. There are separate spaces for the Groom/Groomsmen and Bride/Bridal party to get ready, too. The owner and event managers were easy to communicate with and highly responsive. Highly recommend! Photographs by Nichole Babiez Photography💕💕💕