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The House After Hours has two unique, one of a kind spaces.  The gallery inspired space is versatile enough with its lounge-style seating, large expansive tables or private rooms to host your next birthday celebration, luncheon, holiday party, corporate meeting, fundraiser and more. 

Don't rent the usual space. Come enjoy a unique experience. 

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Highland Park features:

  • 5000 sq. ft space filled with upscale, lounge-style seating

  • Accommodations for up to 150 guests

  • Open floor plan with unique spaces suited to all sorts of events

  • Vibrant art gallery design

  • Complete AV capability - Access to multiple televisions, surround sound streaming music (Sonos system)

  • Powerful wifi and easy to use surround sound music system, 

  • Designated area ability to accommodate band, DJ, live speakers, karaoke, etc.

  • Onsite tech support & staff

  • Prep area for caterers

  • Bring your own food or work with any caterer

  • Plenty of parking

  • 2 private restrooms

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 Winnetka features:

  • 3500 sq. ft space filled with upscale, lounge-style seating

  • Accommodations for up to 60 guests

  • Unique open floor plan, with art gallery feel

  • Complete AV capability - Access to multiple televisions, surround sound streaming music (Sonos system)

  • Powerful wifi and easy to use surround sound music system, 

  • Onsite tech support staff

  • Prep area for caterers

  • Bring your own food or work with any caterer

  • Plenty of parking

  • 2 private restrooms

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“Our guests were AMAZED by the space. Your staff was there for every moment and gave us so much assistance. I felt “at home” with how much warmth and welcoming you presented to us.”
-Kendra A.

Our Events

Frequently Asked Questions

The House is available for a wide range of private events, including:

  • Milestone birthday parties and sweet sixteens
  • Brunches, showers, cocktail parties, and rehearsal dinners
  • Mitzvah-related events such as night-before dinners, luncheons, and next-morning brunches (we do not host the Mitzvah event itself)
  • Small weddings

Corporate Events

  • Board meetings
  • Team offsites
  • Trainings and workshops
  • Holiday parties
  • Fundraisers and other celebrations and gatherings

Our rental fee varies based on the time of year:

RENTAL FEES

September 1 - June 1

Monday - Thursday

  • Any start time, must end by 1:30 PM
  • 3-hour minimum (includes setup time)
  • $400/hour

Friday - Saturday

  • Any time
  • 4-hour minimum (includes setup time)
  • $550/hour

June 1 - September 1

All Days

Events Ending Before 4 PM

  • 3-hour minimum (includes setup time)
  • $400/hour

Events Beginning After 4 PM

  • Any time
  • 4-hour minimum (includes setup time)
  • $550/hour

ADDITIONAL FEES

  • Cleaning Fee: $250 ($350 for events over 99 guests)
  • 1-Day Event Insurance: $130-$200 (policy is purchased by us and passed through at cost)

DEPOSITS

  • Reservation Deposit: $550 (due upon booking)
  • Overstay Deposit: Equivalent to 1 additional hour
  • Damage Deposit: $500

The venue fee includes private use of our one-of-a-kind space. The space is fully furnished and can be adjusted to fit your preferred layout.

Included with the space:

  • Audio system with streaming capabilities
  • Separate microphone and speaker system
  • Television system for streaming or presentations
  • High-speed Wi-Fi throughout
  • Multiple areas for device charging and plug-in access

One staff member is included to ensure the space runs smoothly. This person is not involved in the event itself, but is available as a resource to address any issues or needs that may arise.

 

The House offers a unique corporate event experience - a space that feels elevated and social while still fully equipped for real work. It’s designed to handle everything from focused meetings to relaxed team gatherings in one seamless environment.

  • Feels like a perfect party space, not a typical corporate venue
  • Fully wired with strong Wi-Fi and power outlets throughout
  • Multiple TVs available for presentations and screen sharing
  • Office, conference, and lounge spaces all available at the same time
  • Easy to transition between meetings, collaboration, and social time

 

Yes, The House is happy to support community organizations with 501(c)(3) status with a discount on events.

Yes - The House is a great venue for music and a lively atmosphere. That said, we are best suited for background music rather than full-scale dance parties.

Think of us as a beautifully designed living room away from home - not a ballroom or high-intensity party venue.

We typically book up to a year in advance. That said, if your date is available and you’re open to a bit of spontaneity, we can often pull together an event in just a few days.

 

Depending on the layout and how the space is used, capacity is up to 60 guests in Winnetka and up to 150 guests in Highland Park.

 

The House provides the space as specified. We do not provide catering or additional event services, but we are happy to offer recommendations.

Events in our space have included:

  • Private catering
  • Restaurant catering
  • Restaurant delivery
  • Homemade potluck-style setups

Please note that there is no operating kitchen or on-site cooking equipment. Depending on your needs, prep and staging areas may be available at each location.

 

A signed contract and the reservation deposit are required to secure your date. The deposit is fully refundable up to 4-weeks prior to the event.

 

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Want to Host Your Event at The House?

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Please fill out the form below so we can learn how to best support your event.

We’ll be in touch soon and look forward to welcoming you to The House.

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