Salvage One
Select services venue
The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.
Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing
Starting at $6,500 for off-peak dates, and $8,500 for peak dates
Guest capacity
Up to 300 seated guests
About this venue
Salvage One in Chicago’s West Town offers a unique and eclectic venue for weddings. The venue’s antique decor and vintage furnishings create a charming and memorable atmosphere. Guests enjoy the distinctive setting and the flexibility to customize the space to suit their wedding vision. The professional staff ensures a seamless experience, from planning to execution. Salvage One is perfect for couples seeking a venue with character and charm, offering a one-of-a-kind backdrop for their special day.
Our event spaces
Indoor Cocktail Party & Ceremony Space
Our 1st-floor cocktail space features vintage seating areas, creating a comfortable and stylish setting for you and your guests to enjoy.
Walk down the aisle in vintage style. Wooden church pews, glittering chandeliers, and Greek columns frame the ceremony space, which is truly one-of-a-kind. The ceremony space also works well for meetings and presentations, set in theatre style. Add gorgeous vintage bars, endless pieces to entertain and interest guests, and you’ll easily have the event of the year!
Guest capacity
Up to 225 Seated
Up to 250 Standing
Square footage
10,000
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
Reception Space
The reception area is uniquely staged for each event with Salvage One’s amazing inventory of vintage tables, chairs, sofa groupings and chandeliers.
Celebrate the night away in our reception space. Wood floors, exposed brick, and a plethora of vintage furniture help deck your event out in style. Want to feature your entertainment properly? We have two stages for bands, DJs, and – dare we suggest – impromptu dance-offs.
Guest capacity
80-285 Seated
Up to 400 Standing
Square footage
10,000
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Suite
The wedding experience at Salvage One begins with the wedding suite, where you and your loved ones can spend time before the ceremony.
A three-room suite adjacent to the second floor space which can be used for wedding party and family to gather. Staged specifically for your comfort and to provide amazing backdrops for beautiful photos.
Guest capacity
Up to 25 Seated
Up to 75 Standing
Square footage
2,000
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
The Courtyard & Outdoor Ceremony Space
The garden courtyard, with its bathtub fountain and the iconic "CHICAGO" sign, is perfect for ceremonies, cocktails, or just to enjoy the outdoors.
Enjoy the beauty of the outdoors in our lovely courtyard. With exposed brick and walls of ivy, cocktail hour – or your outdoor wedding – will be unforgettable. Our cultivated arch for small outdoor weddings makes “I do” green (and gorgeous).
Guest capacity
Up to 200 Seated
200-250 Standing
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
Indoor Cocktail Party & Ceremony Space
Our 1st-floor cocktail space features vintage seating areas, creating a comfortable and stylish setting for you and your guests to enjoy.
Walk down the aisle in vintage style. Wooden church pews, glittering chandeliers, and Greek columns frame the ceremony space, which is truly one-of-a-kind. The ceremony space also works well for meetings and presentations, set in theatre style. Add gorgeous vintage bars, endless pieces to entertain and interest guests, and you’ll easily have the event of the year!
Guest capacity
Up to 225 Seated
Up to 250 Standing
Square footage
10,000
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
Reception Space
The reception area is uniquely staged for each event with Salvage One’s amazing inventory of vintage tables, chairs, sofa groupings and chandeliers.
Celebrate the night away in our reception space. Wood floors, exposed brick, and a plethora of vintage furniture help deck your event out in style. Want to feature your entertainment properly? We have two stages for bands, DJs, and – dare we suggest – impromptu dance-offs.
Guest capacity
80-285 Seated
Up to 400 Standing
Square footage
10,000
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Suite
The wedding experience at Salvage One begins with the wedding suite, where you and your loved ones can spend time before the ceremony.
A three-room suite adjacent to the second floor space which can be used for wedding party and family to gather. Staged specifically for your comfort and to provide amazing backdrops for beautiful photos.
Guest capacity
Up to 25 Seated
Up to 75 Standing
Square footage
2,000
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
The Courtyard & Outdoor Ceremony Space
The garden courtyard, with its bathtub fountain and the iconic "CHICAGO" sign, is perfect for ceremonies, cocktails, or just to enjoy the outdoors.
Enjoy the beauty of the outdoors in our lovely courtyard. With exposed brick and walls of ivy, cocktail hour – or your outdoor wedding – will be unforgettable. Our cultivated arch for small outdoor weddings makes “I do” green (and gorgeous).
Guest capacity
Up to 200 Seated
200-250 Standing
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
Available services that can be provided by Salvage One
Services & amenities
- Dance floor
- Dressing room / Bridal Suite
- Event rentals
- Event staff
- Pet friendly
- Set up
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wifi
Reviews
Write a review5.0 out of 5
9 reviews
A Truly Unique and Unforgettable Wedding Venue
Salvage One is truly one of the most unique wedding venues we have ever seen, and that’s exactly why we fell in love with it. From the moment we stepped inside, we knew it was special. We loved everything about the space, especially the flexibility and variety of options for both the ceremony and reception. Our guests are still talking about how cool and unforgettable the venue was. It also made for a dream backdrop for photos, and our pictures turned out so unique and perfectly reflected the vibe of the space. On top of all that, the staff was wonderful to work with and answered all of our questions and concerns quickly and thoughtfully. We couldn’t have imagined a better place to get married.
Our Amazing Day at Salvage One
We had our wedding at Salvage One and it was AMAZING! I grew up going to Salvage One with my parents buying vintage door knobs, doors, and door knob plates, and never would've imagined I would be getting married there over 20 years later. The space is ample and amazing and offered a world of possibilities to make our wedding day so special. One thing that stood out the most to us was the ease of working with Colleen and the S1 team. Colleen was super communicative and worked with us from day 1 to hear our thoughts and make our vision come to life. They flexible with any floor plan change, new vendor addition, or any question, little or small, that we asked. We absolutely recommend Salvage One to any other couples looking for a wedding venue!
Salvage One - A Unique Venue
Salvage One is a venue unlike any other. If you’re looking for something beyond four brick walls and a standard chandelier, this is an absolute must-see. The space is fun, eclectic, and full of character, truly a dream backdrop for couples who want a wedding that feels uniquely their own. Colleen at Salvage One is a joy to work with. She’s a quick communicator, incredibly helpful, and so creative when it comes to bringing each couple’s vision to life. Her support makes the planning process smoother and the wedding day experience unforgettable. If you want a one-of-a-kind setting and a team that genuinely cares, Salvage One delivers every time. You and your guests will leave with the very best memories.
The coziest and most beautiful venue!
We are so happy that we booked Salvage One as our wedding venue! The space was cozy and beautiful for a fall wedding- we had so many guests comment on how much they loved it. The team was so helpful leading up to the wedding day as well!
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