The Blackstone, Autograph Collection

636 South Michigan Avenue,Lobby entrance on East Balbo Avenue, Chicago, Illinois
21,661
Sq ft event space
15
Meeting rooms
300
MAX Capacity
335
Guest rooms

The Blackstone, Autograph Collection is a premier event destination offering world-class facilities for weddings, corporate events, conferences, galas, and social gatherings. With 21661 sq ft of flexible event space across 15 configurable rooms, we bring your vision to life with an experienced in-house events team.

Our dedicated coordinators, award-winning catering team, and state-of-the-art audio-visual capabilities ensure every detail is flawless — from the first site visit to the final dance.

Guest rooms

335 rooms available for individual stays and discounted room blocks.

CLBL

CLBL

DQUE

DQUE

EKNG

EKNG

EXEC

EXEC

Meeting & event space

21661 sq ft across 15 configurable rooms. Tap a room for capacities and setups.

Crystal Ballroom

3447 · 74 x 46 ft · 21 ft ceiling
Max capacity300
Floor area3447
Dimensions74 x 46 ft
Ceiling height21 ft
Configurations5
Capacity by setup
300
Theater
240
Banquet
190
Classroom
90
U-Shape
300
Reception

The Train Rooms (Dividable)

2676 · 67 x 39 ft · 9 ft ceiling
Max capacity236
Floor area2676
Dimensions67 x 39 ft
Ceiling height9 ft
Configurations5
Capacity by setup
223
Theater
170
Banquet
90
Classroom
67
U-Shape
236
Reception

Art Hall Pre-Function

2656 · 105 x 25 ft · 10 ft ceiling
Max capacity266
Floor area2656
Dimensions105 x 25 ft
Ceiling height10 ft
Configurations2
Capacity by setup
100
Banquet
266
Reception

Ballroom Pre-Function

2346 · 100 x 23 ft · 9 ft ceiling
Max capacity150
Floor area2346
Dimensions100 x 23 ft
Ceiling height9 ft
Configurations1
Capacity by setup
150
Reception

L Alton

1787 · 45 x 39 ft · 9 ft ceiling
Max capacity151
Floor area1787
Dimensions45 x 39 ft
Ceiling height9 ft
Configurations5
Capacity by setup
139
Theater
100
Banquet
67
Classroom
43
U-Shape
151
Reception

The Barbershop

1117 · 45 x 24 ft · 12 ft ceiling
Max capacity87
Floor area1117
Dimensions45 x 24 ft
Ceiling height12 ft
Configurations5
Capacity by setup
75
Theater
60
Banquet
40
Classroom
24
U-Shape
87
Reception

English Room

1046 · 46 x 22 ft · 11 ft ceiling
Max capacity70
Floor area1046
Dimensions46 x 22 ft
Ceiling height11 ft
Configurations5
Capacity by setup
70
Theater
70
Banquet
42
Classroom
26
U-Shape
70
Reception

Inspiration Studio

990 · 44 x 25 ft · 10 ft ceiling
Max capacity80
Floor area990
Dimensions44 x 25 ft
Ceiling height10 ft
Configurations5
Capacity by setup
70
Theater
80
Banquet
50
Classroom
28
U-Shape
80
Reception

Chicago Alton

961 · 24 x 39 ft · 9 ft ceiling
Max capacity79
Floor area961
Dimensions24 x 39 ft
Ceiling height9 ft
Configurations5
Capacity by setup
75
Theater
50
Banquet
33
Classroom
20
U-Shape
79
Reception

Metra

915 · 23 x 39 ft · 9 ft ceiling
Max capacity85
Floor area915
Dimensions23 x 39 ft
Ceiling height9 ft
Configurations5
Capacity by setup
84
Theater
60
Banquet
33
Classroom
20
U-Shape
85
Reception

Key amenities

Everything available on-site for your event and guests.

Interactive Map

  • Check cashing policy
  • Complimentary coffee in lobby
  • Complimentary newspaper in lobby
  • Concierge lounge
  • Hairdresser/barber
  • Video checkout

Other Hotel Service

  • 24-hour coffee shop
  • Accessible parking
  • Complimentary in-room coffee or tea
  • Concierge desk
  • Indoor parking
  • Motorcycle parking
  • Off-Site parking
  • On-Site parking
  • Parking fee managed by hotel
  • Valet parking

Recreational facilities

  • American Girl Place
  • Casino
  • Chicago Children's Museum
  • Cog Hill Golf & Country Club
  • Course Total Yardage
  • Equipment Available in Fitness Center
  • Fitness Service
  • Game room
  • Golf Course Type
  • HarborSide International
  • Leaf Spa
  • List All Special Guest Priviledges Available at Fitness Center
  • Navy Pier
  • North Avenue Beach
  • Number of Holes
  • Oak Street Beach
  • Par for Course
  • Putting Green
  • Ruffled Feathers Golf Club
  • Sydney R, Marovitz Golf Course (Waveland Golf)p

Location & transportation

636 South Michigan Avenue,Lobby entrance on East Balbo Avenue, Chicago, Illinois

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