SAIC Ballroom

About SAIC Ballroom

The SAIC Ballroom is a historic 1920s ballroom located at 112 South Michigan Avenue in Chicago’s Loop. The indoor space features 26‑foot ceilings, marbleized columns, a terrazzo dance floor, theatrical lighting, a raised performance stage, and a versatile audiovisual system. It includes original chandeliers, stained‑glass windows, a historic baby‑grand piano, three permanent bars, a professional kitchen, a private green room and restrooms, and is handicap accessible. The venue is marketed for weddings and other celebrations and can be booked through the IRFM Business Operations team.

The facts

Setting: Indoor
Kind of place: Banquet hall
Last updated: October 2026

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On the big wedding guides

Not listed on WeddingWire (checked October 2026)
Not listed on Zola (checked October 2026)

How to reach SAIC Ballroom

Website: saic.edu/spaces-rent#accordion=anchor-29885-1
Address: 112 South Michigan Avenue

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