Special Use Facilities
Jackson Park 63rd Street Beach House
6300 S. Lake Shore Dr.
312-742-4847
Created by the famed designers of New York’s Central Park, Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux, Jackson Park plays host to this jewel that sits on Chicago’s South lakefront. Located directly on the sands of Lake Michigan this open-air facility features grand porticos overlooking the bluest of waters.
Choose the covered Promenade with sun-drenched balconies on the second floor or either of the majestic courtyards on the ground level.
This south side gem has played host to formal dining affairs, community events, and family functions.
| Location | Sq. Ft. | Measurements | Capacity | Private | Corporate |
| Promenade | 11,600 | 30' X 100' 20' X 260' X 2' | 1,340 | M-Thu $1,200 Fri-Sun $2,800 | M-Thu $1,800 Fri-Sun $3,200 |
| Fountain Courtyard | 6,825 | 75' X 75' 60' X 25' | 680 | M-Thu $1,200 Fri-Sun $1,800 | M-Thu $1,600 Fri-Sun $2,200 |
| Serenity Courtyard | 10,500 | 150' X 70' | 1,000 | M-Thu $1,200 Fri-Sun $1,800 | M-Thu $1,600 Fri-Sun $2,200 |
| Entire site | 28,925 | NA | 3,020 | M-Thu $4,000 Fri-Sun $5,000 | M-Thu $6,000 Fri-Sun $7,000 |
- Capacity figured on an approximate 10 square feet/person ratio.
- The measurements are outside measurements and include the restricted areas.
- Fee includes 8-hour use of space.
- Rental of spaces for only 4 hours will be charged half the appropriate 8-hour fee.
- Any event surpassing the allotted time will be charged accordingly.
- The flower gardens are restricted areas and are not for public access.
- Above fees do not include catering charges.
- All events to conclude by 11pm.
Catering
- Required to use caterer from pre-approved vendor list.
- Cost to be determined by caterer.
- Required to use rental supplier from pre-approved vendor list.
- Cost to be determined by rental supplier.
- 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.
- Required to use firm from pre-approved vendor list.
- Cost to be determined by firm.
- $250 per hour any event.
- There is limited electrical power available.
- Generators may be rented to meet electrical needs.