Summer 2008

Special Use Facilities

Columbus Park Refectory
5701 West Jackson Blvd.
773-287-0856

The Columbus Park Refectory boasts three porticos that fill with sun during the summer.


The grounds, created by the dean of prairie landscape architecture, contain two natural looking waterfalls, stratified stonework ledges and abundant native plant life.

You and your guests will enjoy the serene country club setting with the chance to dine in a Chicago landmark. Inside, Spanish-influenced architecture, arched entryways, and ornate terra cotta await.

The generous-sized Dance Hall with its magnificent windows overlooks the stunning lagoon and comes complete with a grand piano.

It may sound like heaven, but it’s closer than that and includes a nine-hole golf course plus convenient free parking right outside!

Location Capacity Private Corporate
 
Dining Hall 150 Tue-Thu $400
Fri-Sun $500		 Tue-Thu $720
Fri-Sun $1,000
 
Dining Terrace 150 Tue-Thu $400
Fri-Sun $550		 Tue-Thu $720
Fri-Sun $1,000
 
Dance Hall 200 Tue-Thu $440
Fri-Sun $650		 Tue-Thu $800
Fri-Sun $1,200
 
South Terrace
(Outside Dance Hall)		 120 Tue-Thu $280
Fri-Sun $360		 Tue-Thu $560
Fri-Sun $720
 
Pavilion 250 Tue-Thu $440
Fri-Sun $650		 Tue-Thu $800
Fri-Sun $1,200
 
Entire Facility
(Includes all spaces listed)		 870 Tue-Thu $1,800
Fri-Sun $2,560		 Tue-Thu $2,400
Fri-Sun $3,400
 
  • Rental of the entire facility requires an additional set-up and cleaning fee of $500.
  • Set-up and cleaning fees for single or multiple room rentals to be determined by Chicago Park District designee.
  • Fee includes 8-hour use of space.
  • Rental of spaces for only 4 hours will be charged half the appropriate 8-hour fee.
  • Caterer set-up and cleaning times included in 8-hours.
  • Rental of spaces for 4-hours is half price.
  • Events must conclude by 3:00pm.
  • Any event surpassing the allotted time will be charged accordingly.
  • Room changeover during an event requires an additional set-up fee of $250.
  • All events to conclude by 11pm.
Additional Services and Fees:

Wedding Ceremonies (option 1 - Summer Special)
  • Includes use of the Dining Hall, Dance Hall, Balcony, Kitchen, South Terrace, and one (1) hour rehearsal date M-Thu 6-9pm based on availability.
  • Package includes use of the spaces for an 8-hour period, use of tables and chairs from existing inventory, clean-up and chair/table set-up.
  • Total cost: M-Wed $1,650 and Thu-Sun $2,000.
Wedding Ceremonies (option 2 - Winter Special)
  • The Summer Special minus the South Terrace.
  • Total cost: M-Wed $1,350 and Thu-Sun $1,700.
Birthday Breakfast Package
  • Includes use of one (1) Dining Hall, South Terrace, or Pavilion for a 2-hour period from 11am-1pm or 1-3pm daily, tables and chairs for approximately 25 and cleaning.
  • Total cost: $250.
Catering
Equipment Rental (based on availability)
  • Tables $10 per
  • Party Chairs $1 per.
  • Piano $80 fee.
  • Balcony $65 fee.
  • Kitchen $90 fee (Icemaker, refrigerator, and stove for warming purposes only).
  • Coatroom $70 fee.
  • Champagne Fountain $60 fee.
  • Sound System $250 fee plus a staff operator at $25/hr.
Insurance
  • The Chicago Park District requires any individual or group hosting an event on Chicago Park District property to obtain a certificate of insurance. Serving alcohol will require additional insurance coverage. For more information, please call 312-742-5369.
Security
Electricity
  • There is limited electrical power available.
  • Generators may be rented to meet electrical needs.
Deposit Policy
  • An Event booking is not secure until an executed Permit Agreement and non-refundable deposit is received by the CPD.
  • The total non-refundable Room Permit Fee is due upon execution of the Permit Agreement for Events under $250.
  • The CPD deposit policy for an indoor Special Use Site, upon execution of the Permit Agreement, is a minimum non-refundable deposit of $375 or 25% of the Room Permit Fee whichever is greater.
  • The remaining deposits for Room Permit Fees, CPD reimbursements (expenses) and Security Deposits are due no less than sixty (60) days prior to the Event.
  • The Permittee may cancel an Event with a full refund by submitting a written confirmation in writing to the CPD up to 180 days prior to the Event.
  • The Security Deposit for an Indoor Special Use Site is the Room Permit Fee up to a maximum of $500.
  • There is a security charge of $140 for events of 300 people or less.

Location Sq. Ft. Measurements Height
 
Dining Hall 1,664 32’ x 52’ 20’
 
Dining Terrace 1,728 44’ x 33’
23’ x 12’		 Outside
Outside
 
Dance Hall 2,208 32’ x 69’ 20’
 
South Terrace 1,312 82’ x 16’ Outside
 
Pavilion 2,768 32’ x 86' 20’