Why Choose The Murphy As Your Chicago Wedding Venue?

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Chicago is the most visited city in the Midwest and one of the most popular destinations for weddings in the United States. That’s no surprise, considering Chicago is a diverse cultural center offering outstanding cuisine and a wide variety of entertainment options.

There are thousands of wedding venues in the city and the surrounding suburbs, but The Murphy is a truly unique choice. Described by Choose Chicago as “Chicago’s most elegant venue,” The Murphy Auditorium offers stunning architecture, luxury, and attention to detail. A historical wedding venue, the original auditorium was built in 1926 and has since been renovated and restored. The Murphy is truly one of Chicago’s finest architectural jewels, and our gorgeous Tiffany doors are the perfect backdrop for gorgeous wedding photos. 

The Murphy is the right choice for your wedding because we offer plenty of space, an on-site event coordinator, and have relationships with the top wedding vendors in Chicago. Our venue can comfortably accommodate up to 200 guests and can host both the ceremony and reception if needed. Our 4-story ceiling creates a stunning open space, and our intricate French architecture sets the tone for an unforgettable ‘I Do’ moment.

We also offer a private bridal suite that allows the bride to get ready in a relaxed setting and provides the couple with a space to store their belongings in a private and secure area away from the commotion.

The Murphy also features a balcony that can be used for a cocktail hour in the summer or can serve as a space for guests to catch some fresh air.

The Murphy is one of Chicago’s top wedding venues. But don’t just take our word for it! 

The following websites have listed The Murphy as a Chicago wedding venue worth considering:

Junebug Weddings - Illinois’s Best Wedding Venues

http://junebugweddings.com/wedding-venues/Chicago-wedding-reception-sites-locations-venues/

The Knot - Wedding Reception Venues near Chicago, IL https://www.theknot.com/marketplace/wedding-reception-venues-chicago-il

Wedding Wire - Wedding Venues in Chicago, IL

https://www.weddingwire.com/biz/the-murphy-chicago/03db3ffe67b3ccb7.html

Chicago Style Weddings - Ceremony & Reception Locations

http://www.chicagostyleweddings.com/wedding_vendor_detailsNew.aspx?vid=3879

Chicago Wedding Venues

http://www.chicagoweddingvenues.com/main/murphy-auditorium-chicago-il/

Big City Bride

http://bigcitybride.com/content/murphy-chicago-driehaus-museum-2/

Choose Chicago

http://www.choosechicago.com/listing/the-murphy/39015/

Borrowed & Blue - Chicago Ballrooms & Banquet Halls

https://www.borrowedandblue.com/chicago/wedding-venues/ballrooms-banquet-halls/the-murphy

Brides.com - Venues near Chicago, IL

http://www.brides.com/wedding-vendors/detail/venue/03db3ffe67b3ccb7-The-Murphy?reviews_sort_by=rating_highest&reviews_page=1&tab=profile

If you’re interested in hosting your wedding at The Murphy, please contact us today. For more information about our venue, visit our website.

Why Host your Wedding in Chicago?

Chicago, AKA “The Windy City” is one of the top tourist destinations in the world, and for good reason! Chicago is a bustling multicultural city that thrives on the diversity of its people and neighborhoods. With distinctive qualities like one-of-a-kind skyscrapers, infamous attractions, a dedicated sports fan base, and the best pizza around, Chicago rightfully earns its name as “the great American city”. 

There is a lot that Chicago has to offer, especially for wedding celebrations! Each year, thousands of brides and grooms celebrate their wedding day in Chicago. Aside from numerous skyscrapers and mouthwatering pizza, what makes Chicago the ideal location for hosting weddings? Lucky for you, we’ve put together a list of the top reasons to get married in Chicago!

What Makes Chicago Ideal for Weddings?

Gorgeous backdrops. One of the main reasons Chicago is a great city for weddings is because it is sprawling with gorgeous architecture, famous monuments, colorful districts, and picturesque surroundings, making the perfect backdrops for wedding photos. Known as having one of the most beautiful skylines in the world, many brides and grooms prefer the Chicago skyline overlooking Lake Michigan as their wedding backdrop of choice. You simply can’t beat Chicago’s breathtaking skyscrapers dazzled with bright, sparkling lights standing tall above the water. If you’re looking for more of a fun, eccentric backdrop for your wedding photos, Chicago’s art districts offer the perfect surroundings. Pose behind a giant mural or make your photos pop with a local artist’s sculpture. No matter what corner you turn, there are limitless options for wedding backdrops in Chicago.

Unique setting. Compared to other cities, Chicago offers a little bit of everything, for everyone. For those of you who wish to have a more classic, traditional wedding, Chicago’s older neighborhoods and quiet, serene parks can be just what you need to bring your vision to life. Old Town, one of Chicago’s oldest neighborhoods, is lined with victorian-era buildings, old brick alleyways, and tree-lined streets, and that’s only one of many! Chicago has a lot to offer people on the other end of the spectrum, as well. If you’re looking to switch things up and break the mold of traditional weddings, Chicago’s edgy, urban districts can provide a hip look and feel that will give your wedding a more urban flair. Neighborhoods like Wicker Park, Logan Square, Ukranian Village, and Pilsen are perfect examples.

Plenty to do. Chicago isn’t only one of the largest tourist destinations in the world because of its manifold and diverse neighborhoods, but also because there is so much to do, and so much to see! Museums, art exhibits, restaurants, bars, hotels, sports stadiums, shopping centers, music festivals, the list goes on and on. Places like Navy Pier, Millennium Park, Lake Michigan, and Willis Tower are infamous to Chicago and are perfect destinations to visit on your wedding day. After all, what’s a wedding in Chicago without visiting The Bean!?

Easy transportation. Chicago’s public transportation system makes it so easy to get to and from places. Almost every business, shop, and neighborhood is accessible by train, taxi, subway, and even your feet! If you host a wedding in Chicago, you won’t have to worry about getting people to and from your celebration. 

At The Murphy, we have everything you need to give you the Chicago wedding of your dreams. Located in the heart of the city and just minutes from the Magnificent Mile, The Murphy is one of the most sought-after wedding venues in Chicago. Hundreds of weddings have been held in our auditorium, each one bringing a different style and feel to the space. With gorgeous french-style architecture designed with precision, The Murphy can comfortably accommodate your guests, setting the stage for an unforgettable Chicago event.

If you’re planning a wedding in Chicago, look no further than The Murphy! Give us a call today!

Thank You for Reviewing The Murphy on WeddingWire!

As one of Chicago’s top wedding venues, we pride ourselves on our gorgeous setting, dedicated staff, and outstanding customer service. Our goal is to ensure each and every couple has a wedding day they’ll cherish forever. At The Murphy Auditorium, we make your wedding day dreams a reality.

We love hearing from past couples who have said ‘I Do’ at The Murphy, and have been fortunate enough to receive some incredible online reviews over the years. 

Read below to see what our past clients have to say about our event space.

What Are People Saying About The Murphy on WeddingWire?

Nicole and her husband instantly fell in love with The Murphy the moment they saw photos, and couldn’t believe they were able to book our event space for their special day, as she notes in her review:

My husband and I first saw photos of The Murphy on Chicago Wedding Venues and our hearts dropped. There was no way we could get such a grand and beautiful place for our big day. Thankfully we made an appointment anyway. After a few long days of searching for venues we walked into The Murphy and for the first time throughout the search we both were grinning ear to ear. This was IT, period. The Murphy is magnificent. The space is breathtaking. It has been recently restored to its original glory and updated with the modern amenities every good events space needs. It is pristine, artfully maintained, and you can tell someone loves this place and cares for it constantly. From our first conversation until our last with Catherine Carey, the Event Coordinator, she was professional, helpful, knowledgeable and a huge asset to the success of our day. She put us at ease, walked us through the major milestones and provided industry knowledge we never would have known. She is invaluable to The Murphy. The day of our wedding went off without a hitch. Cathy worked with our vendors to ensure that everyone knew their role that day and executed it to perfection. It was a joy to work with everyone at The Murphy. The security staff was fantastic, kind and professional; our restroom attendants kept the rooms clean and came prepared with mints and bobby pins and other MacGyver types of things you need but never have during a formal event. And all of our vendors worked with Cathy and her team to make our day special. Go and look at the space and you will love it. And Cathy and team will do their best to make sure you have everything you need; you are in good hands at The Murphy.

Melanie particularly enjoyed The Murphy’s unique layout, writing:

This was the best venue ever! It was incredibly unique and the layout is amazing for a wedding around 160 people with a large dance floor area! Our guests were mesmerized by how gorgeous and spacious it was inside and had a blast dancing on the stage, sitting in the wooden thrones, going up to the second level (with auditorium seats). We also had a private suite on the 5th floor which was perfect for us to have a quiet moment together and our wedding party to store their stuff! Would 100% recommend having your wedding at The Murphy.

Another user raved about her dream wedding:

We had a fairytale wedding! The Murphy is an absolutely stunning venue that will leave all of your guests talking. We couldn't have asked for a better contact (Cathy)...she made everything so easy and was always available if we had any questions. if you are looking for a gorgeous and classic Chicago wedding, this is the space you have been dreaming of!

WeddingWire user snowwhite praised the experience and professionalism of our event coordinator, Catherine Carey:

I absolutely LOVED having my ceremony and reception at the Murphy. Cathy was a dream to work with...friendly, professional, and very timely with responses. She has also seen tons of weddings, and had great advice about everything - pictures, floral arrangements, vendors, table linens, etc. She was a huge help~!

Alex held her wedding ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception at The Murphy and recalled receiving many comments from her guests about how unique and beautiful our space is:

We had such a wonderful time at the Murphy auditorium. I heard from many guests how unique and beautiful it was, and the space was perfect for the ceremony, cocktails and reception. Catherine Carey was tremendously patient, helpful and responsive throughout the process and it's my understanding that the vendors found the set-up, etc. extremely smooth. I can't recommend the site highly enough - if for no other reason than the stunning setting.

We can’t thank these brides enough for their kind words and high praise. Our goal is to provide a gorgeous setting and help create memories that will last a lifetime. The satisfaction of our clients is our top-priority and we’re honored to receive such incredible 5-star reviews.

If you’re looking for a Chicago wedding venue for your upcoming wedding ceremony or reception, consider The Murphy! Our historic setting offers gorgeous French style architecture, plenty of space, and a prime location in downtown Chicago.

Visit our gallery to browse photos of past weddings and special events. For booking information, contact us today!