Altgeld Hall at Northern Illinois University
All-inclusive venue
The venue takes care of it all - food and beverage, rentals, the works!
Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing
Starting at $10,100
Packages
Prices start at $65
Catering services pricing
$65 per person for off-peak dates, with a minimum total spend of $5,000
Guest capacity
Up to 400 seated guests
About this venue
First opened in 1899, Altgeld Hall is steeped in tradition and nostalgia. Today, fully renovated, it is gorgeous inside and out. You will captivate your guests with Altgeld Hall’s stunning architectural details. From the gorgeous grand staircase to the unique glass solariums, your guests are going to be inspired by this beautiful venue.
Our event spaces
Ballroom
Altgeld Hall feels like a fairytale.
Captivate your guests with Altgeld Hall's stunning architectural details. From the gorgeous grand staircase to the unique glass solariums, your guests are going to be inspired by this beautiful venue. Whether you are planning a cocktail reception, wedding ceremony or dinner with dancing, Altgeld Hall offers a magical experience.
Guest capacity
300-400 Seated
100-400 Standing
Square footage
5,435
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
Ceremony Includes: Indoor ceremony seating capacity 400, wedding party rooms, nearby parking, day before rehearsal, standard chairs, indoor or outdoor ceremony option weather permitting. Reception Includes: Indoor rounds seating capacity 300, nearby parking, dance floor, tables and standard chairs, Wi-Fi access, day before set up if available at booking. Note: The Solarium and Grand Staircase are included in the Altgeld Hall reception package & are not eligible for removal or price deductions.
Room cost
Ceremony Rental: $1,000. Reception Package: $3000
Grand Staircase
It's a showstopper.
Make an unforgettable first impression at Altgeld Hall. This grand double staircase is ideal for cocktail receptions and provides a stunning backdrop for photos with your wedding party, friends, and family.
Guest capacity
Up to 25 Seated
75-100 Standing
Square footage
932
Ideal for
Wedding reception, Welcome party, Baraat, Cocktail hour, Engagement party
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
Note: The Solarium and Grand Staircase are included in the Altgeld Hall reception package and are not eligible for removal or price deductions.
Room cost
The Grand Staircase Space is included with ceremony and reception rentals. For photo shoots only, a $200 fee applies to open the building outside of standard hours.
Solarium East or West
Magical
Bright, airy, and truly special, our glass solarium offers an unforgettable setting—where natural light and timeless architecture come together to create something magical. Perfect for cocktail parties, intimate ceremonies, engagement celebrations, and stunning couples photos.
Guest capacity
Up to 50 Seated
Up to 100 Standing
Square footage
707
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Welcome party, Cocktail hour, Engagement party
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
- Ceremony- Chairs and Microphone -Engagement Party or Cocktail Hour - Highboy Tables and Chairs Note: The Solarium space is included in the Altgeld Hall reception package and is not eligible for removal or price deductions.
Room cost
Ceremony Rental: $1,000. Engagement Party: $550. Note: The Solarium is included in the Altgeld Hall reception package and is not eligible for removal or price deductions.
Ballroom
Altgeld Hall feels like a fairytale.
Captivate your guests with Altgeld Hall's stunning architectural details. From the gorgeous grand staircase to the unique glass solariums, your guests are going to be inspired by this beautiful venue. Whether you are planning a cocktail reception, wedding ceremony or dinner with dancing, Altgeld Hall offers a magical experience.
Guest capacity
300-400 Seated
100-400 Standing
Square footage
5,435
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Elopement, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
Ceremony Includes: Indoor ceremony seating capacity 400, wedding party rooms, nearby parking, day before rehearsal, standard chairs, indoor or outdoor ceremony option weather permitting. Reception Includes: Indoor rounds seating capacity 300, nearby parking, dance floor, tables and standard chairs, Wi-Fi access, day before set up if available at booking. Note: The Solarium and Grand Staircase are included in the Altgeld Hall reception package & are not eligible for removal or price deductions.
Room cost
Ceremony Rental: $1,000. Reception Package: $3000
Grand Staircase
It's a showstopper.
Make an unforgettable first impression at Altgeld Hall. This grand double staircase is ideal for cocktail receptions and provides a stunning backdrop for photos with your wedding party, friends, and family.
Guest capacity
Up to 25 Seated
75-100 Standing
Square footage
932
Ideal for
Wedding reception, Welcome party, Baraat, Cocktail hour, Engagement party
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
Note: The Solarium and Grand Staircase are included in the Altgeld Hall reception package and are not eligible for removal or price deductions.
Room cost
The Grand Staircase Space is included with ceremony and reception rentals. For photo shoots only, a $200 fee applies to open the building outside of standard hours.
Solarium East or West
Magical
Bright, airy, and truly special, our glass solarium offers an unforgettable setting—where natural light and timeless architecture come together to create something magical. Perfect for cocktail parties, intimate ceremonies, engagement celebrations, and stunning couples photos.
Guest capacity
Up to 50 Seated
Up to 100 Standing
Square footage
707
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Welcome party, Cocktail hour, Engagement party
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
- Ceremony- Chairs and Microphone -Engagement Party or Cocktail Hour - Highboy Tables and Chairs Note: The Solarium space is included in the Altgeld Hall reception package and is not eligible for removal or price deductions.
Room cost
Ceremony Rental: $1,000. Engagement Party: $550. Note: The Solarium is included in the Altgeld Hall reception package and is not eligible for removal or price deductions.
Altgeld Hall at Northern Illinois University packages
Platinum Package
100-325 guests
Peak pricing $110
Off-peak pricing $110
Four butler-passed hors d’oeuvres, choice of salad, dual entrée (as per menu), vegetable and starch, assorted fresh baked breads, champagne toast for all guests, four-hour premium bar- $110 per person plus tax and fees
- Onsite event staff for food and service
- House chairs & guest, highboy, accessory tables
- China, silverware and glassware
- Specialty tables w/ linen and skirted
- Floor-length guest table linens-variety of colors
- Highboy table linens - variety of colors
- Napkins in a variety of colors
- Coffee station and cake cutting service
- Complimentary beverages including water & iced tea
- Complimentary food tasting for 4 guests w/ package
Gold Package
100-325 guests
Peak pricing $100
Off-peak pricing $100
Three butler-passed hors d’oeuvres, choice of salad, single entrée, vegetable and starch, assorted fresh baked breads, champagne toast for all guests, four-hour traditional bar- $100 per person plus tax and fees.
- Onsite event staff for food and service
- House chairs & guest, highboy, accessory tables
- China, silverware and glassware
- Accessory tables w/ linen and skirted
- Floor-length guest table linens-variety of colors
- Highboy table linens - variety of colors
- Napkins in a variety of colors
- Coffee station and cake cutting service
- Complimentary beverages including water & iced tea
- Complimentary food tasting for 4 guests w/ package
Silver Package
100-325 guests
Peak pricing $80
Off-peak pricing $80
Two butler-passed hors d’oeuvres, choice of salad, single entrée, vegetable and starch, assorted fresh baked breads, champagne toast for head table, four-hour beer, wine and soda bar - $80 per person plus tax and fees
- Onsite event staff for food and service
- House chairs & guest, highboy, accessory tables
- China, silverware and glassware
- Standard table linens in white, black or red
- Standard napkin linens in white, black or red
- Std. accessory table linens in white, black or red
- Std. highboy linens in white, black or red
- Coffee station and cake cutting service
- Complimentary beverages- water & iced tea
- Complimentary food tasting for 4 guests w/ package
Bronze Package
100-325 guests
Peak pricing $65
Off-peak pricing $65
One butler-passed hors d’oeuvre, choice of salad, single entrée, vegetable and starch, assorted fresh baked breads, four-hour cash bar- $65 per person plus tax and fees
- Onsite event staff for food and service
- House chairs & guest, highboy, accessory tables
- China, silverware and glassware
- Standard table linens in white, black or red
- Standard napkin linens in white, black or red
- Std. accessory table linens in white, black or red
- Std. highboy linens in white, black or red
- Coffee station and cake cutting service
- Complimentary beverages- water & iced tea
- Complimentary food tasting for 4 guests w/ package
Available services that can be provided by Altgeld Hall at Northern Illinois University
Services & amenities
- Bar services
- Catering services
- Clean up
- Dance floor
- Dressing room / Bridal Suite
- Event coordinator
- Event rentals
- Event staff
- Liability insurance
- Lighting/Sound
- On-site accommodations
- Service staff
- Set up
- Wedding cake services
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wifi
Transportation & access
- Self parking - free
- Wheelchair accessible
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- Chiavari Chairs
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