Chicago Park District Outdoor Wedding Ceremony Permit
Chicago, IL
| Venue type | Park & Pavilion |
| Location | Chicago, IL |
| Published price | $420 to $950 |
| Setting | Outdoor |
| Event type | Ceremony only |
What the venue publishes
$45 application fee plus a rental fee based on park cluster (1-3) and time frame: Cluster 1 parks $420 (2-hour) or $572 (4-hour); Cluster 2 parks $525 (2-hour) or $761 (4-hour); Cluster 3 parks $656 (2-hour) or $950 (4-hour). A $200 security deposit is also required. No food/beverage service is allowed under this ceremony-only permit.
Included per the venue's site
- use of designated outdoor ceremony space for a 2 or 4 hour time frame
Fee depends on which of the three park clusters the chosen ceremony site falls into; couples should confirm cluster assignment with the Park District. Documents and balance due 14 days before the reservation.
Source
Price verified against the venue's published pricing on 2026-08-05. Prices change; always confirm directly with the venue.
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