Upon first glance, The Stan Mansion fools the eye. Our historical venue is a hidden gem on Logan Square's famous residential Boulevard. Within the stunning gated garden, you'll find 2 elegant ballrooms, a Versailles Palace inspired bar, a dance floor that never closes, and a Proscenium stage perfect for your favorite band. If you are in the need for a venue unlike any other, Stan Mansion might just be the wedding venue of your dreams.
Built in 1920 and completely restored, Stan Mansion is located in the historic and charming Logan Square, which is recognized as one of the oldest neighborhoods in Chicago.
Nominated as one of the 10 most gorgeous venues by Secret Chicago and #1 “Chicago’s Top 25 Wedding Venues (2022)” by Wedding Rules , Stan Mansion is an extravagant choice for your wedding.
The Grand Ballroom, on the second floor, accommodates up to 300 guests for a sit-down event and up to 400 guests for a cocktail event. The space lies below 32 ft high ceilings, and 9 crystal chandeliers. Imagine walking down the aisle, your fairytale wedding coming true. The wonders don't stop there, the space is completed by our elegant stage; the perfect place for saying "I do". Later in the night, on the same stage, the performance of your favorite musicians or stage-acts are to follow.
Adjacent to the Main Ballroom you will find our Bar/Lounge area; this space is masculine yet romantic and the eclectic fireplace will remind you of Versailles palace. The stunning bar, is original to the building when it was first built, making it over 100 years old! It's the perfect place to grab a drink and hang out with your closest friends.
Our Crystal ballroom, located on the 1st floor, is the perfect backdrop for your intimate Ceremony or boisterous Cocktail Hour. Included within the rental, is a beautiful baby grand piano. The beauty doesn't stop there, the crystal ballroom is decorated with plentiful amount of chandeliers, the perfect frame to your alter.
Just for you, Stan Mansion has teamed up with some of the most amazing vendors to create an unforgettable wedding experience.
As a woman owned and run business, Stan Mansion is fully committed to providing a safe space where people of all genders, races, ethnicities and sexual orientations can come and feel at home.
We provide a venue for members of the LGBTQ community to get married, families of any religious or ethnic background, are all welcome at Stan Mansion.
We are continually active in the community organizing and promoting special events for different organizations.
Contact us for more information and our monthly special promotion!
Bridget Anders(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 29-04-2023 The best wedding venue in Chicago! Stunning architecture and gorgeous foliage, kind and knowledgeable staff, and plenty of space for those looking for a larger wedding or event!The owner, Cera, is the queen of weddings! There is a reason Stan Mansion has so many awards, Cera knows everything about weddings and is always willing to share what she knows to her brides and grooms!Our day of coordinator, Aleya, was absolutely amazing! She was attentive, organized, and creative - even making sure things happened that I forgot I wanted! She kept us at ease throughout the whole process, making sure everything was perfectly in place. Her and Reagan made sure our wedding was decorated perfectly (all I did was drop off a bunch of random decor and they made it stunning) and all little things were accounted for. We couldn’t have had such an amazing wedding without the help of Stan Mansion’s extraordinary staff! Reviewed on 12-05-2023
Maya Johnson(other)5 out of 5 Rating
Choosing a wedding venue can be extremely stressful. When I walked into the Stan Mansion for the first time, I knew this venue was different. This place is so magical. From their two stunning ballrooms, to the swanky Versaille lounge bar, to the huge on site bridal suite, Stan Mansion has everything you could ask for. Not only is the venue gorgeous, the staff here is something special. Aleya was our day of coordinator which is not even fair title. She helped us every step of the way and never hesitated to answer my emails. Aleya brought our vision to life and coordinated everything in order for my husband and I to have a relaxing and memorable day. This place is something from a fairytale and I would choose the Stan Mansion over and over again. Reviewed on 18-01-2024
Alexandra Sofos(other)5 out of 5 Rating
The staff, venue, location and service were 10/10. Aleya was with us every step of the way and made our day perfect and special. This is such a magical place I’ll cherish forever! Reviewed on 03-01-2024
Josh Bonney(other)5 out of 5 Rating
We discovered Stan Mansion through The Knot, and from our initial meeting with Cera Stan and her team, we knew it was the ideal venue for our wedding.During our first encounter, they graciously addressed all our initial questions, even providing a list of recommended vendors that proved invaluable in kickstarting our planning process. Thanks to their suggestions, we secured an exceptional caterer, DJ, and decorator, all of whom played a pivotal role in making our day everything we had envisioned.We also chose to work with one of Stan Mansion's onsite wedding coordinators, Aleya Huebner, a true collaborator and professional in every sense of the word. Throughout the months leading up to our wedding, Aleya met with us multiple times. Each meeting was marked by her thorough preparation, addressing all our questions and concerns, and leaving us with a clear list of action items to work on. Every time we left for the day, we felt more and more confident our wedding was going to be a success. We honestly don’t know what we would have done without Aleya!Easily the best perk of choosing Stan Mansion is that you receive full access to the entire building! This includes the downstairs ballroom which we used for our rehearsal and cocktail hour, the spacious multi-room bridal suite upstairs for the entire wedding party to get ready and relax, and the stunning grand ballroom and bar for our ceremony and reception. Having the entire space to ourselves created a safe and comfortable environment for our wedding party and guests to truly enjoy and celebrate.We will forever be grateful to Stan Mansion for helping us making our dreams come true. Many of our guests commented on the amazing experience of attending a wedding at Stan Mansion! Without hesitation, we wholeheartedly recommend working with Aleya, Cera, and the fantastic team at Stan Mansion for anyone seeking a truly magical venue for their wedding. Reviewed on 01-01-2024
Reid Conner(other)5 out of 5 Rating
We were thrilled to get married at the Stan Mansion! The building has stunning architecture and decor, and the owner Cera and coordinator Aleya are an absolute delight to work with. We got married slightly in the off-season and pricing was fair and more competitive than other venues we were eyeing. There is so much possibility at the Stan Mansion between the Grand Ballroom, the Versailles Bar, and the downstairs ballroom, and Cera and team are so flexible in helping you arrange and organize your event in whatever way works best for you and your guests. The bridal suite is a great bonus - a fully furnished 2 bed 2 bath apartment where you can get ready comfortably in the morning just a few steps away.We are deeply grateful to Cera, Aleya, and the rest of the staff at Stan Mansion for all their help along the way, and for making this a truly special, memorable day. Aleya spent so much time with us talking through decorations, schedule, and other planning details and everything went off so smoothly. We could not have done it without you all! Reviewed on 22-12-2023
Sara Twiehaus(other)5 out of 5 Rating
SM was the first venue we toured. It is a very unique venue, a 1920's historic Chicago mansion and we knew it would have the unique charm we sought for our wedding day. We had our ceremony in the downstairs ballroom that was gorgeous with draping on the back wall, cocktail hour in the bar, and the reception in the ballroom. To fully accentuate the charm of the venue, I did feel like some \"extras\" were required like draping of the spaces however SM provided a list of vendors that we could use if desired and many had promotional discounts as well. Overall, the space was STUNNING and I'm so happy we booked with them for our wedding day! Reviewed on 31-10-2023
Ryan Walker(other)5 out of 5 Rating
Stan Mansion was an incredible venue! It was so unique compared to the many other common wedding venues, and there were beautiful spaces all over the mansion to use for our wedding! Also they offer a massive 2 bedroom apartment upstairs as a bridal suite on site that was incredible. We also used their in house coordinator Aleya to run our wedding and she was an absolute rockstar! She was so sweet and did such a great job helping us plan everything; and then on our wedding day she handled everything like a pro! You are in great hands with her and the venue's other recommended vendors! We can't express enough how thrilled we were with our experience, it was truly the wedding of our dreams! Reviewed on 25-09-2023
Emily Filip(other)5 out of 5 Rating
A wonderful team of talented and friendly professionals - Cera Stan and our wedding coordinator Aleya go above and beyond to make sure your wedding vision comes to life. My husband and I could not be happier with the experience we had at Stan Mansion for our special day. The planning meetings were so detailed and informative, and Aleya truly made the day of seem like a breeze. The venue comes highly recommended! Reviewed on 21-09-2023
Anne Church(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 14-02-2023 We first visited Stan Mansion on a date to one of those Candlelight Concerts. I couldn't believe this amazing venue was tucked in Logan Square. The building is gorgeous. Like, so beautiful. I knew I wanted to get married there. The centerpiece of our whole experience was Cera. We walked in and instantly became fast friends. Cera is funny and brilliant. A true expert in her field. Cera and her dream team created the most romantic, intimate setting for our wedding. Our guests raved about everything. It was a literal dream. You won't regret booking this venue! Reviewed on 23-02-2023
Natalia Obrzut(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 31-12-2022 We used Stan Mansion as our venue for our NYE wedding and it was incredible. I fell in love with Stan Mansion when we first visited it. t is truly beautiful and such a unique venue. All of our wedding guests were blown away by it. We had our ceremony in the downstairs ballroom and our reception upstairs. The owner Cera is really great and helpful and always has recommendation for other vendors that she likes to work with. We worked with their in house day of coordinator, Kathy, and she was the best part of my wedding planning. She was with me every step of the way and really helped make my wedding so special. I recommend booking Stan Mansion for a truly unique and special wedding. Reviewed on 12-01-2023
Liz Maassen(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 05-11-2022 Stan Mansion and its staff was truly out of this world for our November wedding! From the minute we started working with the team, we knew we selected the right venue. Cera is so gracious and truly could not have done it without Kathy!!! This venue is so unique and beautiful - we received so many compliments after the wedding. Love love love! Reviewed on 30-12-2022
Aretina Stanford(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 18-07-2021 My now Husband and I married at the StanMansion July 18, 2021. Cera is an amazing owner and have a wonderful vision for her venue and her clients. Cera and her staff were very professional, responsive and attentive to our needs and wants. We utilized a few of the vendors they recommended and they were amazing. I would definitely recommend StanMansion for weddings and other events. Reviewed on 11-12-2022
Marika Bresler(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 18-09-2022 Stan Mansion is a beautiful venue in Chicago's Logan Square with a talented and attentive staff. Cera Stan was a huge asset as we planned our wedding, including a very helpful list of suggested vendors. Her staff, Aleya especially, were so valuable on the day of the wedding and did a wonderful job with the room flip for our ceremony and reception. Stan Mansion was an incredible value as well-- the getting ready suite, beautiful decor and ability to hire your own liquor vendor helped us save money in a few ways and still have a beautiful wedding. Highly recommend! Reviewed on 06-12-2022
Lydia Nader(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 19-11-2022 Stan Mansion was an amazing venue for many reasons! Not only was it perfectly beautiful and needed minimal decorations to make it perfect. Cera and Aleya were amazing to work with, so I highly recommend going with the day-of-planner when booking Stan Mansion. It is worth it for the ease of planning up to the day of and then on the day, no stress all the way up until the end of the night. The venue is perfect for ceremony and reception combo venue as well, and everything ran so seamless for our ceremony then cocktail hour and then reception all in the same venue. Pure perfection of a venue and staff that work there! Highly, highly recommend this venue for your wedding! Reviewed on 02-12-2022
Stephanie Bakazan(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 10-09-2022 What an incredible space for our day! Cera and her coordinators were incredibly accommodating and communicative leading up to our big day! Her list of vendors was extremely useful in that we used most of their recs & everything truly went so smooth! The bridal suite was such a spacious and beautiful space to prep for our ceremony. The bar area was so spectacular and perfect for cocktail hour - so many guests love taking photos in front of the gorgeous fireplace. Because this space has so much detail and historical charm, outside decor was minimal which made it so much easier for us. What an incredible venue, it was truly a dream!! Reviewed on 01-11-2022
Lyana Delgado(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 17-09-2022 Truly a beautiful venue in the heart of Logan Square, that is an amazing hidden gem. There were a few details in the planning process that were confusing at first but Aleya and Cera walked us through the process and were great to work with. Would highly recommend Stan Mansion for a wedding. My husband, family, and I had the best time! Reviewed on 23-10-2022
Molly Gemerchak(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 17-07-2022 If you’re wondering where you should have your wedding look no further! Cera, Kathy, and the entirety of the staff were all so so wonderful- our vendors even made note to tell us the Stan had the nicest staff around! Our wedding was everything we dreamed of and super spacious for ~150 guest, we had a band on stage and literally danced all night! Everyone was so in love with the venue, especially the giant bridal suite. It made getting ready so easy, we arrived at 9am and left at midnight and loved every second! Logan Square is also such an important neighborhood to us and getting to share that with our guest made everything even better. Can’t wait to be back for a candlelight show so we can remanence 💕 Reviewed on 20-07-2022
Vy Nguyen(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 16-07-2022 It was a DREAM to get married at the Stan Mansion. We were originally scheduled to get married July 2020 but has reschedule…multiple times. Cera, Kathy, and the Stan Mansion team were so supportive during the whole process of delays due to the pandemic. When the big day finally came, Cera was genuinely excited for usSpecial shout out to Kathy who was a total BOSS of a day-of coordinator. She checked in on our nerves, kept us on schedule, and coordinated the decorations perfectly. The Stan Mansion is a beauitful venue for your wedding ceremony and reception. I cannot recommend it enough. We were also lucky enough to get the bridal suite the night before and I got to have a sleepover when my mom, sister, and niece. Regardless, it’s also a great staging area to get ready with your bridal party. Reviewed on 19-07-2022
Devin Stalker(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 18-06-2022 Stan Mansion was the absolutely perfect venue for our wedding! We received so many compliments on the venue from our guests as well. It worked perfectly for our smaller (~100 people) wedding, but could easily have worked just as well for larger groups too.The whole process was really straightforward too from seeing the venue, booking it, and then the month ahead planning. Cera, Kathy, and Aleya were all very easy to work with and would answer questions I had via email promptly. The venue looked stunning on our wedding day and it shows in our wedding pictures too! We loved being able to have our ceremony and reception activities in different spaces within the venue as well. Everyone loved the bar off of the reception too and many stayed in there for a lot of the night. We would highly recommend choosing Stan for your wedding venue, you won't regret it. Thank you so much to Stan Mansion for the perfect wedding! Reviewed on 08-07-2022
Marcy Silva(bride)4 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 03-06-2022 What a wonderful time we had at Stan Mansion for our big day. Our guests were raving about what a great backdrop it provided both for photos and our celebration in general. The building has a lot of character on its own, but can also be a blank canvas for whatever you want your decor to be! Slight drawback would be the lack of ramps or an inclined surface for guests with ADA needs, but is understandable given the historic nature of the building. Everyone from Cera to Kathy and Aleyah on the day of was easy to work with and flexible regarding a payment date we had to change. We're looking forward to going back for our next event and/or candlelit concert. Also looking forward to seeing our pictures with the wonderful backdrop that we had. -M&J Reviewed on 16-06-2022
Sarah Gore(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 09-04-2022 I can't say enough amazing things about Stan Mansion for a wedding venue. First of all - the venue itself is absolutely gorgeous, and its wonderful to be able to have the entire mansion at your disposal. The bridal suite is great for getting ready too! Most importantly, Kathy and Cera are amazing to work with. They're helpful, kind, excited for you, and they could not have made the day go by any smoother. I can truly say we had a perfect wedding, and we couldn't have done it without Stan. Thank you for everything! Reviewed on 25-04-2022
Cami DeMarco(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 04-12-2021 The Stan Mansion was such a WONDERFUL place to have our wedding. The venue is beautiful. It’s not in perfect condition because it’s hard with historic landmark status to do modernization projects, but we absolutely loved the vibe and feel throughout the building. In that regard, there are no elevators and that can be a hassle for some guests if they are severely limited in their movement. Cera is always fixing/adding things and making it even better. Between when we booked and when we had our wedding, new chandeliers were installed on dimmer switches in the main ballroom and they looked beautiful. We used the downstairs ballroom for our ceremony and had an outside company do some drapery down there, but Stan has a basic drapery setup installed and it’s not completely necessary if you don’t want to. It was a perfect size for the ceremony. We used the bar on the 2nd floor for happy hour, it is probably our favorite room in the entire venue and the pictures we took there turned out spectacular. The main ballroom is gorgeous with soaring ceilings and a beautiful stage. On-site they have a coat check, bridal suite (spacious and very updated 2 bedroom 2 bathroom apartment), lots of potential decor items, and a wonderful staff. There is a parking lot they can rent for you a couple blocks away, which is hard to find in the city if you’re not at a big hotel. We got married this past December and the exterior of the venue was decorated beautifully with holiday touches. The decor looked AMAZING in all of our pictures! And it’s all situated on a beautiful boulevard in Logan, it doesn’t get more picture-perfect than the Stan Mansion.Cera (owner) and Kathy (day-of coordinator) were both excellent and always on top of everything. A few very minor things went wrong the day of, and between the two of them they were immediately remedied. Cera clearly loves her property dearly, she’s the perfect person to own a beautiful vintage event space. Kathy was always good about getting back to us in a timely manner and helped organize the day flawlessly. On the day of the wedding, I was expecting to have to help make sure a lot of different things happened, but Kathy was constantly on top of it and any time I tried to ensure a task was completed, she had already done it. I was extremely nervous on our wedding day for things to run smoothly and with Kathy taking care of things that anxiety went away and I was able to focus on enjoying our day to the fullest. Kathy took care of every small detail, including making sure my dress looked picture perfect for my walk down the aisle. We couldn’t have asked for a better coordinator to keep everything running smoothly.Our wedding day was beautiful in large part because of the Stan Mansion and their staff. We really appreciate all of the work that went into making the day go off without a hitch :) Reviewed on 31-01-2022
Nicole Villanueva(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 01-10-2021 Right as soon as we hired our wedding planner and started talking about our vision for our wedding, Stan Mansion was the very first place that we were recommended to host our wedding. The second we entered the lobby, we knew this is where we wanted to have our wedding reception. We wanted a venue that was unique and would leave our guests speechless, and we got everything we wanted at Stan Mansion. We really enjoyed that we could bring in all of our own vendors! We ended up choosing vendors that they recommended, which we loved, since all of our vendors knew the venue so well, everything ran smoothly. We also loved the fact that we had the whole place to ourselves and weren't sharing it with another reception. Cera was great to work with and we loved that she came over to celebrate with us! We had the best wedding and would recommend the Stan Mansion to everyone! Reviewed on 15-11-2021
Eric Leser(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 29-10-2021 We searched far and wide in the city of Chicago for a wedding venue that was unique and affordable for our event. The moment we walked into Stan Mansion, we knew we wanted to book it. We felt we had seen numerous venues around the city that were essentially copies of themselves over and over again. They were nice, but there was nothing memorable or special about them. They all seemed very similar and forgettable. Stan Mansion was anything but. The location, curb appeal, and Gatsby-esque aesthetic are all extremely unique and exactly what we were looking for. After the booking, the team at Stan Mansion was extremely approachable, professional, and responsive - even when the pandemic delayed our event by over a year. The team at Stan helped us reschedule the event, helped coordinate with our vendors, and made sure we did not feel forgotten about. Oh - and they recommended us Ovy Catering, who did an incredible job. Between the unique aesthetics of the venue, professionalism, and wedding industry connections, we cannot recommend Stan Mansion more for your event. Multiple guests told us they will never forget our wedding and the venue played a huge part in that. Thank you Stan Mansion. Reviewed on 02-11-2021
Allie Shragal(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 19-06-2021 We had our wedding here in June 2021 & it is such a beautiful & historical venue! Tons of space for all of your guests and so much versatility with what you can do here. We would recommend having any event hosted at Stan Mansion. Reviewed on 29-10-2021
Mary Joo(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 16-10-2021 Stan Mansion was the absolute dream venue for us to have our perfect wedding. From working with Cera and Kathy (who are the best hypewomen ever :D) to them assisting us with finding the right vendors, Stan will forever hold a special place in our hearts!!! From the grand ballroom having the perfect acoustics for our wedding singers to the amazing giant bridal suite, Stan really has it all. Highly recommend this beautiful venue to anyone!!! Reviewed on 27-10-2021
Dina Gegprifti(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 09-10-2021 We just got married at Stan Mansion in October. Cera is wonderful and her day of coordinator, Kathy, made everything run perfectly. We could not have been happier, the venue was beautiful, functional, spacious, and truly one of a kind. We feel incredibly lucky to have celebrated our special day at Stan Mansion! Reviewed on 19-10-2021
Angela Roeser(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 03-10-2021 We had our wedding ceremony and reception at the Stan Mansion, and it was absolutely perfect. I love the historic and beautiful architecture on the outside, and the grand, elegant and vintage rooms on the inside. The staff are incredibly helpful, and our day went so smoothly. They are experienced with weddings, and made our dream day come true. Reviewed on 04-10-2021
Britta Shah(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 06-08-2021 What can we say, everything about the Stan Mansion was perfect! All of our guests commented on how cool and elegant the space was. Kathy was a dream leading up to the day with managing vendors and setting everything up day-of so we didn’t have to worry about a single thing! She paid attention to every detail, such as a wobbly cake stand I provided, and she switched out so there wouldn’t be a huge cake mess! The venue was also incredibly accommodating as we navigated wedding planning. Our original date was March 2020, and we were the first wedding of theirs to be canceled. They helped navigate the changing schedules with vendors and the process was pretty simple considering things!Highly recommend, and the price is RIGHT in comparison to many venues in Chicago. Reviewed on 12-08-2021
Eugenio Padilla(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 08-07-2021 When my wife and I were looking at different venues, we did so by different tiers based on the pricing. We stopped by other venues before going to Stan Mansion, and while adequate for our needs, were missing that special something. None of them quite jumped out as us as the one we envisioned, and we almost gave up on the idea that any venue would live up to the vision we had; that is, until we went to Stan Mansion. Located in Logan Square, this venue is tucked away and is unassuming at first. You can walk past it and will never imagine it is a venue. However, right as you enter the main doors of the mansion, you are welcomed into a gorgeous, sophisticated, and beautiful space. We got a chance to tour the entire mansion, and each room, from the main ballroom to the bridal sweet to the bar area, was like something straight out of our imagination. We knew we absolutely needed to go with this location as our wedding venue just for the sheer elegance and vibrance of the place, but on top of that, we were provided great wisdom by the lovely Cera Stan along with the in-house wedding coordinator, Kathy, we included. Both of them did a absolutely fantastic job guiding us throughout the process, and also offered excellent recommendations for other vendors, a few of which we ended up going with and were not disappointed by either! The day of the event, because of the ample space of the ballroom and downstairs floor where we had cocktail hour, all of our guests were able to spread out if they wanted to, or get together with other friends and family they hadn't seen in a while. The table layout worked perfectly for our guest count, as it did not have the feeling of being crowded, and this is including areas for a photo booth, churro bar, and designated dance floor! Needless to say, the place can host even larger events with more people if needed. Overall, we fell in love with the venue and people at Stan Mansion right from the beginning, and we would not hesitate in the least to recommend this place to anyone that has the budget for it (even if you need to squeeze out some extra cash to do it, it's worth it). Reviewed on 28-07-2021
Lydia Stout(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 11-07-2021 Our experience performing at Stan Mansion was phenomenal. We can't wait to perform there again! Not just for the beautiful space and acoustic, but for another chance to connect with Cera Stan. The location is superb, parking is easy, and it is close to some of the most reliable public transportation in the city. The grand ballroom is large and unique and the whole mansion has more than one large gathering space. There are restrooms on every floor and there's a gorgeous view of trees from bar. Delightful historical details abound and dimmable chandeliers and sconces and other special light features enhance the magic of the space. The acoustic is phenomenal for live music. This space works well for any size crowd. Cera Stan is generous, engaged, delightful, communicative, and creative. Thank you, Stan Mansion, and thank you, Cera, for a fabulous experience!! Reviewed on 20-07-2021
Cassie Druschke(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 23-05-2021 Our wedding, rescheduled 3 times due to the pandemic, was everything we hoped thanks to Cera, Kathy and the whole team at Stan Mansion. It is such a beautiful venue with multiple rooms to hold your ceremony, cocktail hour and reception. They were so flexible to work with and really help you make your wedding day special and unique to you. We highly recommend adding the day-of planner if you choose Stan Mansion as your venue. Kathy provided way more than just “day-of” support! She coordinated with all of our vendors for months leading up to our wedding day and we didn’t have to think about a single detail on the day. The bridal suite is also worth every penny to add on to your day. We had hair and makeup for 11 done in the bridal suite, which provided a great place for photos and a relaxed day getting ready. It was also a great place during our reception for kids to escape with the babysitter when they needed a break from the party. This place is fantastic! Reviewed on 30-05-2021
Sara LaBelle(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 26-03-2021 I am forever grateful to the Stan Mansion venue for serving as the backdrop for the most amazing day of my life, and especially thankful to Cera, Kathy, and the entire Stan Mansion team for truly going ABOVE AND BEYOND to make my wedding dreams come true!This venue really is unlike any other. Our guests and friends online have nothing but 'ooohs' and 'aaahs' to say about the gorgeous, dazzling MAGNIFICENCE that IS the STAN MANSION!Beyond the sheer, stunning beauty of this historic venue, I owe all of my thanks and high praise to the LEGENDARY Cera Stan and her team, who *literally* rolled out the red carpet for us.My husband and I had just signed our agreement - then COVID hit. What was supposed to be our planning for a 175 person wedding was out the window, and I had a MILLION questions as I scrambled to make sense of the situation (like everyone else). Cera, Kathy, and the team were extremely patient with me, answered all of my questions with a kind professionalism, and really helped us think through our best options. We ultimately postponed our date and they did not 'penalize' us in any way like some other venues/vendors do, which was SO appreciated. When it was safe to do so, we hosted our wedding with 50 guests (with a livestream), and it was absolutely beautiful. We even recieved some money back to account the lower difference in headcount which was EXTRA appreciated! THAT is customer serivce of the highest caliber.I honestly have nothing bad to say about the Stan Mansion. I used the preferred vendors and they were all fabulous. The bridal suite was amazing and made my day so awesome to be able to have all of my bridesmaids there getting ready. All of the various rooms made for great photo backdrops for variation in my bridal photos. Kathy was excellent in helping with day-of coordination, and I am extremely glad I went with her (originally I thought I could do it all myself - LOL!!)I am sad to even end this review because that means my experience at the Stan Mansion is officially over. But, just as I started, I am forever grateful to the *legendary* Cera Stan, her amazing team, and the venue that was there for me on the most important day of my life.Thank you! Reviewed on 13-05-2021
Jeremy Selwyn(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 06-09-2019 Stan Mansion is an incredible place to have your wedding. Iren was extremely helpful ensuring our wedding ran smoothly. The venue is beautiful and provided us a night we will never forget. Reviewed on 14-04-2021
Shannon F(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 21-11-2020 Stan Mansion is absolutely beautiful, but what truly makes it special is the team. They were so cooperative, understanding, and adaptable as our wedding plans seemed to constantly change over and over again during this COVID pandemic season. They truly went above and beyond to make our wedding day everything we envisioned it to be. Reviewed on 15-12-2020
Channing Thomas(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 06-10-2019 I found this venue on the Knot!! It is gorgeous and Cera is the best. Her staff is sooo sweet and they check in to make sure everything is going well. Please use their vendor list. You will not be disappointed!! So for the venue itself I was in love. There are multiple levels that you can use. We used every floor. Downstairs for cocktail and wedding ceremonies. Yes ceremonies we had 2!! Then the 2nd floor for cocktail and reception. It looks so amazing with decorations and lights. The bridal suite is to die for. Its so clean and really felt like we were at home. Please book this venue. They really care about you and your event. If I ever need another venue for an event in Chicago, I'm booking Stan Mansion! Reviewed on 03-10-2020
Bogdan T.(groom)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 07-08-2020 Covid fairytale wedding. Every detail was taken care of (classical live music straight from Chicago Symphony Orchestra, talented photographer that guided us through the picture \"dancing\") and we loved every second of our special day under the current restrictions. Yes, fewer guests but, amazing reception, amazing & beautiful location and everything we wished was clicked on our list.Every guest agreed that the setting was beautiful and your supreme organisational skills took the stress out of everything!All best wishes + Love fromRay&Bogdan Reviewed on 26-08-2020
Gia Dragoi(other)5 out of 5 Rating
Stan Mansion is by far one of my favorite venues for weddings. The great architecture makes this mansion unique from most banquet halls and it's got amazing character. The staff who work there are just as great and always make sure that their clients come first by providing excellent service all throughout the wedding/event. As a photographer l love shooting there because of the amount of great indoor spots that come out beautifully in photos. I would gladly recommend this venue to any of my clients and friends. It's always a pleasure being there. Reviewed on 09-04-2020
Johana Londono(partner)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 04-04-2020 Stan Mansion has been always a place we love to work at. Cera and all the staff members are very helpful before and during the events. We have photographed several weddings at Stan Mansion and right after the event the couples always mention how incredible was to work with the staff and how great the felt by celebrating their event there. We as vendors feel the same and know we can count on them from beginning to end with the only purpose of bringing to life what the clients wants. Reviewed on 06-04-2020
Armand Frigo(other)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 19-01-2020 Best Historical Venue in Chicago!The mansion is about 100 years old and has been preserved as a historical landmark and it looks beautiful. My band performed for an event here on January 19, 2020 in the ballroom on the second floor and the acoustics were great! It's great to know that such beautiful mansions exist and they were preserved in the original. We had a great experience with the staff here, Cera & Irene were super helpful and responsive. We had a great show, hopefully we'll come back for more! Reviewed on 02-04-2020
Drew Peer(groom)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 19-10-2019 Stan Mansion was the absolute perfect venue for our wedding. It was beautiful in every way, and the people were so easy and accommodating throughout the planning process. Every single step of the process from the initial meeting, to the booking, to the vendor selection, to the day of the wedding - it was all unbelievably easy, stress-free, and fit exactly with the vision we had for our big day. They provided a list of \"suggested vendors\ Reviewed on 11-11-2019
Madeline Lavin(bride)5 out of 5 Rating
We had our ceremony at a church in Logan Square and the reception at Stan Mansion, it was AMAZING. They were so accommodating with our large, somewhat rowdy crowd. My bridesmaids and I used the bridal suite to get ready and it was awesome, great pictures and so much space. Our day of coordinator was Irene and she was incredible. I cannot imagine the day without her. She was so helpful with keeping everything running smoothly and keeping me calm and relaxed. She was so wonderful to work with from day one and throughout the entire process. We are so happy we chose Stan Mansion for our big day! Reviewed on 11-11-2019
Quetzi Abramovitz(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 12-10-2019 If Stan Mansion is on your radar, do not hesitate - book your gathering with them! Not only is the venue inherently beautiful with its ornate decor and vibrant warm color scheme, but the outside of the building is perfection when it comes to bridal party photos. My husband and I did our first look right outside in the courtyard and the late afternoon lighting was simply gorgeous! As far as room accommodations, we utilized the downstairs ballroom for our ceremony, bar for cocktail hour and upstairs ballroom for our reception. The compliments flowing in from our guests were innumerable - each room is unique but all are equally breathtaking in intimacy, yet grandeur. Only other thing to mention is that we worked with the venue manager Irene. She was incredibly helpful, readily available, very accommodating and highly responsive to any and all of our questions and concerns. She worked very well with our personal day-of-coordinator and added to our stress-free magical wedding day. Irene truly adds to the wonderful experience you will have with Stan Mansion! Reviewed on 28-10-2019
Desiree Dent(other)5 out of 5 Rating
I simply LOVE when I have the opportunity to direct a wedding at Stan Mansion. This venue is simply gorgeous and the staff is amazing! Over the last few years I have been able to work with Irene and she goes 100% and beyond for the client. She is extremely knowledgeable about the venue and is so very helpful on wedding day! I appreciate you Irene and the entire Stan Mansion team for welcoming me and the DE Team into your family. Couples if you are looking for historic venue with a lot of character and an amazing staff, then look no further. You have all that at Stan Mansion!!! xo Reviewed on 25-10-2019
Cristina Maldonado(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 30-03-2019 Stan Mansion captured everything we wanted to experience for our wedding. Their suggestions and recommendations complimented our budget and our vision. The venue has so many options for both reception and ceremony. It’s a historic gem in the heart of one Chicago’s best neighborhoods. Our guests loved our wedding too and I can honestly say it was one of the best weddings i’ve ever attended. Highly recommend!!! Reviewed on 25-10-2019
Melissa Fox(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 16-03-2019 Stan Mansion is the perfect spot to have your wedding in Chicago. It’s unique and beautiful and the people that work there (shout out to Irene, thanks for everything!) are accommodating and friendly. They work with experienced vendors that knew the space well and made things easy for us. We were able to come by and see the space on short notice if needed for planning purposes leading up to the day of the event and they gave us ample time and space to rehearse at the venue the night before. They were generally laid back and easy to work with. The space itself offers so much flexibility and room to make it your own. I didn’t even have a real florist--all we had were candles, and the space still looked incredible, thanks to the curtain lights on the stage and the gorgeous chandelier. I couldn’t have asked for a better venue. We had a blast! Reviewed on 12-09-2019
John Bayir(groom)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 16-03-2019 Stan Mansion is the top place to have a wedding for a number of factors. First of all the place itself ! It has an amazing main room. It is huge and a perfect place to have your ceremony and the party ! It provides a great dance floor as well ! Not to mention how classy and royal this place looks! Secondly the staff, and how nice and helpful they are. I definitely recommend having Irene as your day of planner; as she is super on top of her organizational game. Third; the location is very convenient and Stan Mansion staff is greatly accomodating towards the whole process; they didn't mind us coming and checking out the place multiple times; and they logistically helped us both before and after the event ! Fourth; as the groom speaking here; the value! There is absolutely no comparison how Stan Mansion provides the best value. It costs less than many other places which are not even half as good ! I strongly recommend Stan Mansion for your wedding ! Reviewed on 06-09-2019
Christina B(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 12-01-2019 This was the perfect venue for our winter wedding! Irene was great to work with and made sure our night went perfectly. She made us feel like a priority from the first tour to our wedding day. The mansion is beautiful on its own, but you can also transform it with the decor you choose. The bridal suite is also unlike any other venues I looked at. It is the perfect place to stay the night before or just get ready in with your wedding party. I can't recommend Stan Mansion enough! Reviewed on 05-09-2019
Samantha Berquist(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 17-08-2019 We couldn't have asked for a more PERFECT wedding day! Irene and everyone at Stan Mansion were an absolute pleasure to work with from saying I Do to the venue all the way through our big day. We love this venue because you can make it what you want and bring your ideas to life. Now I am looking for a new reason to host an event at Stan Mansion. Reviewed on 04-09-2019
Enobong Tommelleo(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 26-05-2019 I didn't have to put up any decorations and all my guests said it was one of the most beautiful wedding venues they have ever been to. Irene was my event manager and she was like a sub in coordinator. Helping my florist and the caterers and going above and beyond to make sure my day ran smoothly as I didn't have a planner and was super stressed. The venue was absolutely stunning and the staff incredible. If you're looking for a wedding venue (and an affordable one in the city) look no further. Reviewed on 11-06-2019
Crystal Brotski(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 13-04-2019 We found this gem of a venue at the end of our search. My husband grew up in Logan Square just a few blocks away and it just fit and seemed meant to be. We had our ceremony and reception in the upper ballroom with cocktail hour in the lower ballroom. The chandeliers are amazing and make any decor pop. Photos in front of the fireplace in the bar area are a must! We also stayed two nights in the bridal suite which made it so easy to get ready with our bridal parties and spend quality time together. The staff there is very hands on and will make sure your day goes without a hitch. Cera, The owner, even got guacamole out of my dress while it was on me while we were filling out our marriage license! Yes the first thing I did was drop an appetizer in my lap lol! If you are wanting to get married in the city but want more of a vintage home like feel definitely check out the Stan!! Reviewed on 07-06-2019
Clare Anderson(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 06-04-2019 Stan Mansion is a great venue where you can have your ceremony in one room and reception in another. With the crazy Chicago weather, I knew I wanted to have an indoor wedding, hopefully all in the same place so people wouldn't have to trek anywhere (especially if it rained). Stan Mansion was the perfect fit. Irene and the rest of the staff were so friendly and responsive. And the venue itself is absolutely BEAUTIFUL. It is unique and historical and I think each of my guests was extremely impressed by the venue. And to make it even better, it was so reasonably priced. It was the perfect setting for my wedding and if I had to do it again, I would 100% have my wedding at Stan Mansion again! Reviewed on 14-05-2019
Alexandra Arriaga(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 07-10-2018 This was a magical place to be married! We loved that we were able to have the ceremony and revel pin the same place. The day of planner Monica was so much help and made the day go by so easily! We are from Chicago donut was wonderful to be married in a history place in an area where we grew up! There was also so much help with finding the vendors and making sure everything went smoothly! Reviewed on 07-01-2019
Marissa Lee(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 30-12-2018 Stan Mansion is BEAUTIFUL! It was such a perfect venue for our winter wedding. Every room looked like it was straight out of a fairy tale and every preferred vendor was amazing to work with including Jordan's Food of Distinction for catering, Spritzology for the bar, Art of Imagination for decorations, Juliet Tan for floral, and Monica for our in-house Day-Of-Coordinator. We could not have chosen a better venue - we would highly recommend Stan Mansion! Reviewed on 04-01-2019
Robert Thompson(groom)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 27-08-2017 Cera Stan and her team are the best!!! The 1 aspect of working with Cera I enjoyed the most is her transparency and honesty. No matter the cost, if you desire to have your wedding at her establishment she'll work with you to make your dream become a reality. She has an extensive list of vendors that range in prices and services. But most importantly, she cares about her clients and goes above and beyond to provide quality customer service and support... Additionally, what other establishment will allow you to borrow items to use for your wedding/reception free of charge! My wife and I are planning to do our 10 year anniversary at the Stan Mansion. Reviewed on 14-11-2018
Andra Stanciu(other)5 out of 5 Rating
Indeed a venue like no other! Not just a host for your events, but a great partner and a very knowledgeable team of professional event organizers. I've had the immense opportunity to organize multiple events at Stan Mansion (parties, fundraiser, concerts) and each and every time the team went above and beyond to implement my vision for the event. They are up to date with current trends in the industry, always happy to inform you on the best practices of organizing a seamless event. Every event organized there this past year was a seamless one because of their know-how, work-ethic and experience. The team is taking care of all details for you (even those you don't know should be handled) and implement your vision 110%. Reviewed on 31-10-2018
Katie J(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 07-09-2018 My husband and I were married at the mansion in September and it could not have been more of a fairytale. From start to finish Cera and her team were not only professional but also helpful in referring us to top notch vendors who helps us execute the perfect day. The venue speaks for itself but the service and experience exceed expectations. Reviewed on 29-10-2018
Mary Jaburek(professional)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 19-10-2018 We just had our 3rd Annual Break the Silence Foundation Purple Gala at the Stan Mansion. Working with Cera Stan, Irene, and Monica was a pleasure from day one. They were extremely helpful and willing to go the extra mile to make sure our Gala was a success. When our guests arrived, they were absolutely amazed by the elegance of the Mansion. The Mansion's decor and beautiful Crystal Chandeliers created a perfect backdrop for the Gala. It was a truly magical event from start to finish! Stan Mansion is a gorgeous venue to hold a Wedding Reception, Gala, or Social Event! Reviewed on 28-10-2018
Amy Yassinger(professional)5 out of 5 Rating
If you want a wedding in an elegant, timeless, classy venue, look no further than Stan Mansion. Cera is such an amazing person to work with and her team double as planners as well for events and are a dream to work with too!!!They have a gorgeous ceremony space, cocktail hour/bar area and then the ballroom is just amazing. Every time we have been there it is completely transformed into a magical and different place. This is the perfect venue for people who want an unforgettable space, easy parking and a conscientious team who will make you and your guests very happy!Can’t recommend enough! Reviewed on 28-10-2018
Victoria Drozd(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 13-01-2018 Cera Stan is an absolute fabulous person to work with for any event especially your wedding. She has become family and she made mine and my husband’s wedding day more than we could have ever dreamed it to be. If I could do it again I would choose Stan Mansion hands down every time! The venue speaks for itself and the personal touch of the staff makes it unlike any other venue. Reviewed on 27-10-2018
Bukky Garcia(professional)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 18-08-2018 Stan mansion is truly a venue like no other. Cera, Irene, Monica and all the staff were wonderful to work with. All my questions were answered and Irene was great at responding to all my questions prior to the wedding. As a wedding decorator, I have come to realize that a venue either makes or breaks the core of the design and Stan mansion makes our design look elegant. The space is gorgeous and the staff were very helpful and they made sure everything goes smoothly for my clients. I will highly recommend Stan mansion and their wonderful team Reviewed on 27-10-2018
Maribel Garcia(other)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 19-10-2018 I give 10 stars to this place and to Cera Stan. Cera is a beautiful human being with a heart of GOLD. Irene and Monica had such patience with us while planning our beautiful event. We had Our Purple Gala on October 19, 2018 at Stan Mansion to celebrate the life of the Domestic Silence Survivors. The place is BEAUTIFUL and the PERFECT venue for any event!!! I give Stan Mansion ten stars!! * * * * * * * * * * Reviewed on 26-10-2018
Monica Alegria(professional)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 13-10-2018 Stan Mansion is truly a \"Venue like no other\". Working in this space is extremely easy and Cera Stan is beyond gracious with her involvement and support in making all events breath taking. Cannot say enough about the Stan Mansion. I look forward to every event I work in this sapce Reviewed on 26-10-2018
deborah weisenhaus(professional)5 out of 5 Rating
Stan Mansion is a hidden gem in the historical Logan Square area ....the outside exterior has a wonderful stone facade that they uplight at night....and inside surprises you because they have two levels that you can have events that transitions from the lower level room for the ceremony to the 2nd floor bar that has a built in fire place mantel, great for photo opts and large wooden bar by the window facing the outdoor courtyard to the main Ballroom for the reception with a grand stage for a band or DJ or even the sweet heart table....the attention to details in the design is beautiful and the European chandeliers add that elegant finish.I love creating within this venue and Cera Stan the owner is so easy to work with and really cares for each and every client as she gives of herself to everyone. The bridal couples end up falling in love with her. Reviewed on 26-10-2018
Abby Benuska(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 24-02-2018 My husband and I had our wedding at Stan Mansion in February. The venue is beautiful and the staff is incredible! We almost exclusively used their \"preferred vendors\" for our wedding and were incredibly happy with them as well. They all worked so well together, it made our lives so much easier and planning relatively stress free. Cera Stan, the owner, was so easy to work with and was incredibly sweet and helpful during the planning process. Lale, the day of coordinator was so amazing through planning and the day of. She had so many helpful suggestions for how the reception should flow and she organized all of the vendors so well. It really made our wedding day stress free and so much more fun! She made sure we got appetizers and time to ourselves before the cocktail hour got started and she kept everything on schedule so we didn't have to worry about anything! The Stan Mansion was so beautiful and we have gotten so many compliments on our wedding venue! Reviewed on 23-04-2018
Tionna Van Gundy(wedding party)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 07-07-2018 As a local wedding planner, I recommended Stan Mansion to clients of mine who instantly fell in love with the venue. The space itself is is filled with so much personality and was the perfect fit for my clients, William & Dominique. The traditional yet sophisticated elegance of the mansion won their hearts over and the attention and support Cera & Monica provided during the pre-planning process was helpful and appreciated. Cera has a way of connecting with couples that resonates and really allows you to feel like you are hosting your wedding or event in her home. Stan Mansion stands out on service and affordability for such a large space. With so many amazing venues in the city, they really have something unique to offer! They continue to make improvements and additions to their venue and packages to better accommodate their clients. It was a pleasure working with them and I look forward to planning another wedding in the beautiful mansion! Thank you for helping make the Myles-Davis wedding a success! ~ Wedicity - Wedding Day Detailing Reviewed on 04-04-2018
Robert Thompson(groom)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 29-10-2018 My wife and I began working with Cera Stan a year and a half prior to our wedding date and the experience has been one to cherish. I recall the conversation we had during our first planning meeting... Cera wanted to know the story behind how I proposed to my wife and this led to us showing her the proposal video. What began as a planning meeting quickly turned into a sister-to-sister bonding moment between the two ladies. Both of them were crying as I sat trying to determine if I should get them some tissue or simply let us enjoy the moment. I must say, Cera was highly impressed with my performance on the video and encouraged me to perform at our wedding. What impressed us the most outside of the physical aspects of the venue, was how down-to-earth and genuine Cera was and her leadership influence can be seen via the hard work and commitment her staff displays. Thank you Monica and Irene, you two were fabulous! Respectfully, there are a number of fabulous venues throughout Chicago, but none like The Stan Mansion... You won't find a venue that can provide the service and support that Cera and her team provides. WE LOVE CERA!!!! She not only worked within our budget but also showed us ways to get more for less. I highly recommend this venue because what you'll get and experience is more than worth the price. August 27, 2017 will forever be remembered and cherished!!! Reviewed on 31-10-2017
Justine Tupuritis(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 03-06-2017 We have nothing but good things to say about Stan Mansion. It was an unbelievable venue with everything we were looking for. Cera Stan and her staff were professional and very easy to work with!They have great relationships with vendors. We ended up using almost every vendor that they recommended and all were spectacular. Lale was our day of coordinator who made the day run flawlessly!! We could not have done it without her.We highly recommend Stan Mansion as a wedding venue!! Reviewed on 25-06-2017
Molly Moran(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 17-12-2016 Stan Mansion was the perfect reception venue. Working with them was a wonderful process. The owner, Cera, is so passionate about weddings and has a stellar list of wedding vendors to help the rest of your planning process go smoothly! Once we visited the venue during an open house we knew we would not need to look any further. It is truly a hidden gem in Chicago. There are so many unique characteristics that made this a memorable venue - a huge and beautiful new bar, the grand staircase and beautiful light fixtures, and of course the second floor ballroom. My husband I are absolutely thrilled with our decison to have our wedding here. Smooth process from signing the contract to the day of the wedding - between Cera and her recommend vendors - the day was a breeze! Highly recommend if you are looking for something that is not a \"cookie cutter\" venue. Reviewed on 01-01-2017
Daymarud Diaz(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 04-07-2015 All I can say is WOW I love this venue and am so happy I choose them!!\r\rNow almost a month after our wedding, I miss seeing Kevin and Cera as frequently as I did. During the last couple of weeks before the wedding the mansion felt like a second home from all the times I went in lol. I loved working with Kevin to insure that my wedding was the vision I wanted it to be and appreciate everything he did to help make this event possible. They were both very flexible with letting me come in as needed, as well making suggestions on things that they have seen work in the past. \r\rKevin was our coordinator for the day and he insured that everything was going as planned as well as insured that my guest had everything needed. (It was such a busy night, I wish I had a chance to at least have drink with him lol). He was also really good about working with my other vendors and insuring that everything was set before our guest got there. \r\rAll my guest loved and still talk about the unique venue Stan Mansion is, for they had never seen anything like it before. The overall layout of venue allows guest to explore and walk around or just stay in the main reception area if they pleased. \r\rA unique and amazing venue to use if you are looking wow your guest and want a place that lets you build the wedding of your dreams. \r\rI would definitely use this venue again in the future and tell people that are looking to host a wedding or any other event.\r\rThank you Cera and Kevin! you guys are the best! :)\r Reviewed on 30-07-2015
Anonymous (bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 16-05-2015 I can't say enough good things about the Stan Mansion. We decided to go with this venue because we liked the option to bring our own liquor (saved us $3500!) and the fact that this venue was near one of my favorite ceremony locations (beautiful Catholic Church in Logan Square). The Stan Mansion was absolutely perfect and I would recommend this venue to ANYONE! The space was an old consulate building with a lot of character. My favorite feature was the beautiful bar and the raised seating on the sides in the hall. I can't tell you how many compliments we got on how beautiful the wedding was, and a few people told us after the wedding that they would like to have their events at the Stan Mansion because of how beautiful our event was!\r\rOur favorite part of this venue was working with Kevin. He was unbelievable as a day of coordinator. He met with us several times and always assured us that the wedding would be beautiful. He had a flexible schedule to accommodate our needs and always responded to our questions quickly. On the day of, he was unbelievable. We ran out of ice so he personally ran across the street to buy us more and took care of every issue that arose. He did an excellent job of managing guest questions and issues (at one point some guests were hot so he adjusted the temperature of the room) and I was able to fully enjoy my wedding day knowing he was taking care of everything. The best part? He had a few awesome surprises for me on the day of. When I thanked him he said \"We love to take care of our brides!\" And they really do. Do consider this venue, and feel free to email me to ask me questions!!! Our wedding day was perfect because we chose the Stan Mansion! Reviewed on 31-05-2015
Stacey Flood(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 03-04-2015 We recently had our wedding ceremony and reception at Stan Mansion, and it was the most amazing setting for a city wedding. Everyone raved at how beautiful everything looked, and we had people who only saw online photos raving about the uniqueness of the venue. What I loved about Stan Mansion was that it gave us a stunning backdrop and then allowed us to put all of our own personal touches into our day. They also have a list of vendors that you can work with (not required), and the ones we worked with proved to be fantastic! Our day was perfect, and I cannot imagine that it would have been as memorable if we had had it anywhere else. If you want a venue that is different from the average banquet hall, check out Stan Mansion. You will not be disappointed. Reviewed on 09-04-2015
Anonymous (bride)4 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 19-07-2014 I loved the setting,loved the character, but had a hard time working with the owner. If it wasn't for Kevin, the Day of Planner, then my writing would,be lower... All in all it was a great wedding, thanks in part to Kevin. Reviewed on 10-02-2015
Melissa Vittone(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 17-05-2014 I was torn on finding a super contemporary place for our wedding or one that had a vintage feel where I could throw modern designs in and make it our own vibe. In the end we chose Stan Mansion for its vintage bar room and giant ballroom. I loved that the space is so versatile- a few curtains and some colored lighting and you can completely change the feel of the room without having to do much. Its a beautiful space that has tons of room for larger weddings and Kevin the coordinator there is awesome to work with. We were so thrilled with everything they did for our big day and it was awesome having such a large space just for us. Definitely worth checking out! Reviewed on 24-06-2014
Jessica Slade(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 13-10-2013 5 stars all around! From start to finish Our wedding at the Stan Mansion went off without a hitch! Our guests were raving to us for weeks about how fun it was and how great the space was. We had right around 185 guests and everyone fit very comfortably. Kevin helped us with everything we could ever have needed. We used him as our day of coordinator, best decision we could have made. He led our rehearsal for us and made sure everyone knew what they were doing. He was also very easy to get a hold of and always prompt to reply. Parking, we were a little skeptical at first because they don't have their own lot, but it went really smoothly! We used the valet for our guests, the parking lot was only a block away so if for some reason guests wanted to park themselves and walk it was totally doable. Sound was great, atmosphere was fantastic, hardly even needed decoration because the place is so gorgeous in itself. Kevin was also very helpful in the fact that if there happened to be a wedding the day before or something, he would help in coordinating sharing the cost of any items that both parties were renting, which was so nice. We really just had a great experience and would highly recommend the venue. We wish we could do it over and over. Thanks Kevin and Stan Mansion! We loved it! Reviewed on 30-10-2013
Jena Member(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 05-10-2013 I loved my wedding at Stan Mansion and so did everyone else! The wedding venue is so unique and so much can be done to it so that it is different from everyone else's who had a wedding before me or will have one after. The staff was helpful and knowledgeable so that I was led in the right direction with vendors to use. The wedding was beautiful and people cannot stop complimenting me on how gorgeous it was and how much everyone loved the venue. Reviewed on 22-10-2013
Rhett Hirko(groom)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 14-09-2013 My partner and I recently (September 14th) had our ceremony at the Stan Mansion. We live in Zürich, Switzerland, so unlike most couples, we had to conduct most of our communications from abroad.\r\rKevin (our ceremony coordinator) and Cera (the owner) were very pleasant to work with from the start. They were flexible to speak with and listened to all our unique ideas to make it a special day for us. They made us feel like we weren’t just another couple looking to have just another ceremony….but that our day truly mattered to them and to Stan Mansion.\r\rWhen we entered the Mansion on the day of the ceremony we were blown away that Kevin listened and created exactly what we had envisioned. He did everything perfect, according to our drawings and exceeded our expectations.\r\rMy partner and I come from the events and hotel industry so exceeding our expectations was not going to be easy. Hats off to a great job Stan Mansion!\r\rIf you looking for a unique, elegant venue to have a classic Chicago experience…pick Stan Mansion and you won’t be disappointed. Your guests will be happy that it is not another hotel or banquet hall, but truly a unique elegant venue. They will be happy to have a new, fresh experience that will they will talk about long after your day is over.\r Reviewed on 06-10-2013
Sarah L(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 30-01-2016 I'm going to start off by saying that I had a vintage circus themed wedding. You'll know now why I chose The Stan Mansion. It was just a HUGE bonus that Kevin and Cera were so fun and wonderful to work with. My husband and I could sit for hours and chat with these two! We definitely became family during the whole process. Our families even loved hanging out with them. They were super accommodating and since there were no events the night before our wedding we were able to come in and set up ourselves. My husband even snuck in a rehearsal for a song surprise for me! The venue was an incredible bargain and so \"us.\" The chairs are also beautiful, which was apparently very important to me. You can piece everything together yourself here and it makes it all the more custom and personalized. Reviewed on 04-10-2013
rose olvera(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 14-10-2012 Cera and Kevin made us feel completely at home when we first came to meet with them. They took such special care to make our vision of what our wedding would look and be like as if they were planning a family member's wedding. The caterer and the designer they recommended (and we ended up using) were fantastic. I have gotten so much positive feedback, not on my dress or the ceremony, but on how beautiful the venue was and how great the food was. I wouldn't consider having a celebration any place else. Reviewed on 04-10-2013
Agnes Groonwald(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 20-07-2013 When we were looking for a unique venue for our July ceremony and reception, we knew that we wanted a spot that offered a reprieve from the sweltering Chicago summer and a classic feel that my fairly particular mother would be all for. We got that in the Stan Mansion. Now, a few months later, we're still getting feedback from guests about the venue's role in making our night so special. We couldn't have asked for better service from our day-of coordinator Kevin, either. He went above and beyond to intercept demanding guests and keep the night running smoothly. He was also very responsive in the months leading up to the big day, as I admittedly had loads of questions for him. We highly recommend the Stan Mansion for your wedding! Reviewed on 03-10-2013
Deana Lewis(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 21-10-2012 Stan Mansion was the perfect venue for our wedding ceremony and reception. From the moment we first stepped inside we knew it was the place for us. Kevin was our go to person for the entire planning process and was such a great resource. He also helped keep things organized and on time on wedding day - we couldn't have done it without him! The Mansion is gorgeous in and of itself, and allowed us plenty of flexibility in decorating to ensure that our wedding truly reflected our style. Family and friends are still raving about this hidden gem. Reviewed on 29-11-2012
Kylie Wundsam(bride)4 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 10-08-2012 I got married at the Stan a few months ago. This place is breath taking, absolutely gorgeous. If your from Chicago, or its suburbs, its a must see when it's all jazzed up for an event. On my wedding day when I was sneaking up to the bridal sweet avoiding my groom, I stole a peak into the main room. It was all set up for the ceremony and I think my exact words were a teary eyed, choked throat \"holy shoot\". It was perfect. \r\rThe Stan includes150 chairs and all tables which was great , they order more of the same unique chairs if need be. The venue cost was about \t4000 but lighting is a must and that was about 500. Their decorator will try to talk you into draping the high ceilings, pillars and doorways (we did not) that will cost another 3-5 thousand. Its a beautiful add on but the place is wonderful with out. \r\rThey have a preferred list of caterers which vary in price and flavor, but they will allow out side caterers for a fee I think. \r\rThey have a cool dark swanky bar area that is removed from the main room which makes for a nice lounge scene change. We had Sinatra playing over speakers and iPod we brought from home\r It's byob and you need to acquire licensed bartenders to serve.\r\rThey have a large stage where we had a live band play all night. They also have slightly raise platforms that made good space for extra seating, and photo booth . There's a large wood dance floor which was very inviting to the guests and made the special dances pop.\r\rOver all it was easy and fun. Very fun. It still feels like a dream to me, it blows my mind actually how perfect perfect everything was.\r\rEXCEPT..... \r\rI continued this review with my one negative opinion and concern about The Stan but have been told to remove it after being reported by the venue...\r\rAlthough my wedding was great I do not give any of that credit to the staff. I would never have an event here again and don't suggest you do either. If you plan to rely on their staff for anything other than to open the doors, don't. Reviewed on 19-10-2012
Diane Burel(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 25-08-2012 It was a pleasure having my wedding at the Stan. The venue was superb with many new upgrades. The employees are very professional and nice. My wedding venue was everything I wished for any more. Reviewed on 20-09-2012
Lindsey Hird(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 22-09-2011 The Stan Mansion is a beautiful, unique place to have a wedding. My husband and I were looking for a place that was different than the 30+ weddings we have been to. We got several compliments about the mansion during our wedding and we continue to get comments about it 7 months later. The staff there was amazing from the first meeting until even after our wedding. Cera gives suggestions for vendors which helped a lot. Every vendor I chose from her list exceeded my expectations. Out of everyone who worked for us at our wedding, the staff at Stan Mansion was the best. We got really lucky and booked the mansion just before they started remodeling. We got to see the remodeling project throughout the year and even though it looked great when we booked, we were amazed at how beautiful it looked on the day of the wedding. The bar next to the ballroom and the foyer downstairs offered a different feel than the ballroom for our guests. We also had the ceremony in the ballroom and the caterers flipped the room during the cocktail hour. I just love the place! I highly recommend it if you are looking for a venue that's elegant and unique with an amazing staff that will make your wedding what you want it to be! Reviewed on 11-05-2012
Heidi Grabowski(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 22-10-2011 My husband and I can't say enough about how much we loved having our wedding at Stan Mansion. Cera is great and lets you do what you want to do. She has excellent recommendations for vendors, but also lets you use whomever you want (many venues are not so flexible). The space is gorgeous and is constantly being updated with amazing attention to detail. Everyone commented on how beautiful our wedding was and none of that would have been possible without such a pretty space with our wonderful vendors (Cattleya Bridal & Floral, Art of Imagination, The Smitten Bride, Bon Soiree Catering, Toast and Jam DJs, I Do Films Videography, Pat Gilbride photography, Phoebe's Cupcakes and Reverand Mark Pietscher). We had a beautiful ceremony and reception at the location, and everything was absolutely perfect! Reviewed on 07-11-2011
Mora Lainn(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 06-08-2011 My wedding planners (Kate and Jen from the Smitten Bride who are amazing!) recommended Stan Mansion for my reception, and from the first time I walked through the doors, I knew this was the prefect place to get married. \rI wanted a traditional vintage wedding, and Stan Mansion fit the bill. Cera and Kevin were so welcoming and accomodating. They were there for everything, working with my vendors to make a truly special day for me and my husband.\rApart from being a beautiful venue, the location was perfect. Anyone trying to plan a wedding in Chicago knows how hard it is to find a reasonably priced, comforatble, well-located venue! Thank you Cera and Kevin for helping to make our wedding wonderful. Reviewed on 26-10-2011
Karyn Farnan(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 09-07-2011 The Stan Mansion crew were so amazing to work with! Throughout the planning process they were helpful & nice. They recommended amazing vendors & helped me every step along the way. On the day of my wedding, I couldn't have been happier with how beautiful the venue was. My wedding was everything I could have hoped for and more! Thank you Cera & Kevin for making my day special! :) Reviewed on 26-10-2011
Daughon Langner(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 09-10-2011 I loved Stan Mansion. It's a beautiful location that doesn't need a lot of extra decoration, we used a lot of candles for romance. The staff there are great to work with. The only setback was that because they're so busy, we weren't able to rehearse our ceremony at Stan Mansion the day before, but everything still worked out wonderfully. A lot of our friends are now planning on using Stan Mansion. Reviewed on 24-10-2011
Ashley Bush(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 18-09-2011 Hard to believe that one month ago I was getting ready for my wedding at Stan Mansion. It was perfect and beyond anything I could have imagined. The best part was working with Cera Stan and the staff at the Mansion for one year. They became like friends and I am still missing talking to them every week. I felt completely taken care of the whole year and trusted that eveything I wanted would happen, because they made sure it did and even more than what I asked for. Anyone planning a wedding or party should check out the Stan Mansion. They do not disappoint.\r\rWhether you want a classic elegance or beautiful vintage this venue will dazzle your guests and the staff will ease your mind as you plan. Reviewed on 15-10-2011
jen edwards(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 14-05-2011 We couldn't have been happier with having our wedding at Stan Mansion. We wanted to be able to save money but still have the wedding we wanted with a decent caterer and full bar, and we were able to pull all of it off! Cera has done some wonderful improvements to the place in the last year, with beautiful french inspired painting and decoration to add the perfect touch to this already beautiful venue. We live in Logan Square and were so happy to be able to have our wedding in the neighborhood. Reviewed on 08-06-2011
Lizzette Moreno(bride)4 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 11-06-2010 Stan Mansion was the perfect place to host my wedding reception. I had a hollywood glam theme, and the venue fit my color scheme and theme perfectly. The stage was a wonderful place for my new husband and I to sit, all the stars of the day. And the owner of the venue, she was one of the best parts of the whole experience. She is so nice to her brides and just wants their dreams to come true. She allowed me to decorate in the way that I wanted. And 1 year later, for our first wedding anniversary, she allowed us to come back and celebrate where it all began. It was beautiful. Reviewed on 02-02-2011
Kristin Freeman(bride)4 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 13-11-2010 We booked our wedding here because it is located in our neighborhood of Logan Square and is on beautiful Kedzie Blvd. The price is also significantly lower than a lot of other venues in Chicago and the Stan allows you to bring in your own alcohol (=huge savings) and is open to let you use whichever caterer you choose. \r\rCera Stan, the owner, was very helpful in recommending vendors and letting us in early to set up the space. She was also extremely flexible and promptly responded to any questions we had. The space is a little bit \"rough on the edges\" and under a few renovations (like getting new carpet, etc) but looked beautiful under candlelight and our guests were very impressed with it.\r\rI definitely recommend the Stan to brides who like flexibility and creative room to make decisions in. Reviewed on 22-11-2010
Laura Patterson(bride)4 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 10-05-2008 Pretty historic mansion great space for the number of guests (120) allowed us to be very creative with decoration great neighborhood appeal easy-going ownership.;Bathrooms located on first floor with no elevator (not so great for older folks) no actual kitchen for caterer (although a good caterer can create beautiful food anywhere!). Reviewed on 22-11-2008
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