A Premier Boat Wedding Venue: The Fair Lady Wedding Charter
Chicago Weddings & Events
If you’re searching for a unique boat wedding venue in Chicago, the Fair Lady offers a private yacht experience unlike any other. Perfect for a wedding, corporate event, or breakfast cruise, a Fair Lady charter ensures your guests enjoy the best of the city. Unwind in our air-conditioned interior salon featuring large panoramic windows or take in the Chicago skyline from the roof deck of this spectacular vessel.
Features for Your Wedding Aboard the Fair Lady
- Step into a sophisticated interior detailed with rich mahogany woodwork and polished brass finishes.
- A private open-air deck offers a 360-degree view of Chicago’s world-famous architecture, river, and lakefront.
- Host with confidence in our fully enclosed, climate-controlled main salon, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows for unobstructed views.
- Keep the celebration going with two full-service bars available.
- Seating and tables are available for both the interior salon and the upper deck.
- Fully equipped with a premium P.A. system, Bluetooth connectivity, SiriusXM, and flat-screen TVs with a DVD player.
- Guests have access to two restrooms finished in elegant marble and granite.
- Perfectly sized for intimate groups or larger celebrations, accommodating up to 60 guests indoors and 80 overall, or 100 for a reception-style event.
- We host gatherings with no minimum guest count required.
- Enjoy professional full-service catering through our partners (required for all events).
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Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday*
Price Per Hour $1,900
3-hour cruise minimum, does not include food and beverage
*Spring and Fall Wednesdays
Sunday
Price Per Hour $1,950
3-hour cruise minimum, does not include food and beverage
Wednesday*, Thursday, Friday
Price Per Hour $2,000
3-hour cruise minimum, does not include food and beverage
*Summer Wednesdays with fireworks
Saturday
Price Per Hour $2,200
3-hour cruise minimum, does not include food and beverage
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Cruise Your Way
Whether you’re planning a wedding or looking for a unique spot for your rehearsal dinner, our team is dedicated to making your special day unforgettable. Imagine your wedding ceremony taking place on the tranquil waters of the Chicago River, followed by a sunset cruise onto Lake Michigan.
We ensure that every detail is handled with care, from the wedding cake to the music. For couples who want a small, intimate wedding or those who desire a large event, Fair Lady provides a seamless and sophisticated experience that stays with your guests forever.
Our Fleet
Choose your private yacht
Emerald Lady Weddings
Holds up to 200 guests
$2100–2400 hr
Extra-large upper deck
Two full-service bars available
Leading Lady & Classic Lady Weddings
Holds up to 200 guests
$2100–2400 hr
Extra-large upper deck
Two full-service bars available
First Lady Weddings
Holds up to 100 guests
$2000–2300 hr
Formal salon sitting area
Two full-service bars available
Little Lady Weddings
Holds up to 60 guests
$1800–2100 hr
Popular for intimate gatherings
Open-air upper deck
Lady Grebe
Holds up to 6 guests
$2100 for 2 hours, additional hours $750 hr
Premium beverages included
Perfect for VIP entertaining