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4
Event Rooms
2558 SQ FT
Total Event Space
200
Capacity Largest Space
6
Breakout Rooms
Meeting and Events
With space for up to 200 in our River Room, you can host a large training seminar or conference
Our high-performance AV equipment will ensure your presentation goes off without a hitch
The business center near our event venue makes it easy to print, fax and copy at the last minute
Enjoy the convenience of customizable menus and on-site catering.
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Weddings and Occasions
With four event spaces, our venue can accommodate rehearsal dinners or small bridal showers
Out-of-town guests will appreciate being walking distance to Chicago’s most popular attractions
On-site catering options are available for convenient event planning
Share a sentimental slideshow at your family reunion using our available AV equipment
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| Meeting Room | Dimensions (LxWxH) | Area (sq.ft) | Theater | Schoolroom | Conference | U-Shape | Reception | Banquet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dearborn Room | 25.9x25.7x8.0 | 639.0 | 60 | 36 | 20 | 20 | - | 40 |
| Pre-Function | 46.8x11.8x10.0 | 564.0 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| River Room | 64.9x29.8x10.0 | 1919.0 | 200 | 120 | 46 | 63 | - | 170 |
| River Room A | 22.0x29.8x10.0 | 618.0 | 45 | 32 | 21 | 21 | - | 40 |
| River Room B | 18.2x29.8x10.0 | 528.0 | 40 | 20 | 18 | 18 | - | 30 |
| River Room C | 24.8x29.8x10.0 | 773.0 | 80 | 35 | 22 | 28 | - | 40 |
| River Room A&B | 40.1x29.8x10.0 | 1146.0 | 120 | 60 | 28 | 45 | - | 90 |
| River Room B&C | 47.0x29.8x10.0 | 1301.0 | 120 | 60 | 28 | 45 | - | 90 |
Dearborn Room
Dimensions (LxWxH)
25.9x25.7x8.0
Area (sq.ft)
639.0
Theater
60
Schoolroom
36
Conference
20
U-Shape
20
Reception
-
Banquet
40
Pre-Function
Dimensions (LxWxH)
46.8x11.8x10.0
Area (sq.ft)
564.0
Theater
-
Schoolroom
-
Conference
-
U-Shape
-
Reception
-
Banquet
-
River Room
Dimensions (LxWxH)
64.9x29.8x10.0
Area (sq.ft)
1919.0
Theater
200
Schoolroom
120
Conference
46
U-Shape
63
Reception
-
Banquet
170
River Room A
Dimensions (LxWxH)
22.0x29.8x10.0
Area (sq.ft)
618.0
Theater
45
Schoolroom
32
Conference
21
U-Shape
21
Reception
-
Banquet
40
River Room B
Dimensions (LxWxH)
18.2x29.8x10.0
Area (sq.ft)
528.0
Theater
40
Schoolroom
20
Conference
18
U-Shape
18
Reception
-
Banquet
30
River Room C
Dimensions (LxWxH)
24.8x29.8x10.0
Area (sq.ft)
773.0
Theater
80
Schoolroom
35
Conference
22
U-Shape
28
Reception
-
Banquet
40
River Room A&B
Dimensions (LxWxH)
40.1x29.8x10.0
Area (sq.ft)
1146.0
Theater
120
Schoolroom
60
Conference
28
U-Shape
45
Reception
-
Banquet
90
River Room B&C
Dimensions (LxWxH)
47.0x29.8x10.0
Area (sq.ft)
1301.0
Theater
120
Schoolroom
60
Conference
28
U-Shape
45
Reception
-
Banquet
90
| Meeting Room | Dimensions (LxWxH) | Area (sq.mt) | Theater | Schoolroom | Conference | U-Shape | Reception | Banquet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dearborn Room | 7.9x7.8x2.4 | 59.4 | 60 | 36 | 20 | 20 | - | 40 |
| Pre-Function | 14.3x3.6x3 | 52.4 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| River Room | 19.8x9.1x3 | 178.3 | 200 | 120 | 46 | 63 | - | 170 |
| River Room A | 6.7x9.1x3 | 57.4 | 45 | 32 | 21 | 21 | - | 40 |
| River Room B | 5.5x9.1x3 | 49.1 | 40 | 20 | 18 | 18 | - | 30 |
| River Room C | 7.6x9.1x3 | 71.8 | 80 | 35 | 22 | 28 | - | 40 |
| River Room A&B | 12.2x9.1x3 | 106.5 | 120 | 60 | 28 | 45 | - | 90 |
| River Room B&C | 14.3x9.1x3 | 120.9 | 120 | 60 | 28 | 45 | - | 90 |
Dearborn Room
Dimensions (LxWxH)
7.9x7.8x2.4
Area (sq.mt)
59.4
Theater
60
Schoolroom
36
Conference
20
U-Shape
20
Reception
-
Banquet
40
Pre-Function
Dimensions (LxWxH)
14.3x3.6x3
Area (sq.mt)
52.4
Theater
-
Schoolroom
-
Conference
-
U-Shape
-
Reception
-
Banquet
-
River Room
Dimensions (LxWxH)
19.8x9.1x3
Area (sq.mt)
178.3
Theater
200
Schoolroom
120
Conference
46
U-Shape
63
Reception
-
Banquet
170
River Room A
Dimensions (LxWxH)
6.7x9.1x3
Area (sq.mt)
57.4
Theater
45
Schoolroom
32
Conference
21
U-Shape
21
Reception
-
Banquet
40
River Room B
Dimensions (LxWxH)
5.5x9.1x3
Area (sq.mt)
49.1
Theater
40
Schoolroom
20
Conference
18
U-Shape
18
Reception
-
Banquet
30
River Room C
Dimensions (LxWxH)
7.6x9.1x3
Area (sq.mt)
71.8
Theater
80
Schoolroom
35
Conference
22
U-Shape
28
Reception
-
Banquet
40
River Room A&B
Dimensions (LxWxH)
12.2x9.1x3
Area (sq.mt)
106.5
Theater
120
Schoolroom
60
Conference
28
U-Shape
45
Reception
-
Banquet
90
River Room B&C
Dimensions (LxWxH)
14.3x9.1x3
Area (sq.mt)
120.9
Theater
120
Schoolroom
60
Conference
28
U-Shape
45
Reception
-
Banquet
90
Banquet
Generally used for meals and sessions involving small group discussions. A five foot round table seats eight people comfortably. A six foot round table seats 10 people comfortably.
Room Set-up Examples
Conference and Hollow Square
Appropriate for interactive discussions and note-taking sessions for fewer than 25 people. Many hotels have elegant "boardrooms" for 10 to 20 people, equipped with full audiovisual capabilities, a writing board, cork board and a flip chart.
Room Set-up Examples
E-Shape, U-Shape and T-Shape
Appropriate for groups of fewer than 40 people. These are best for interaction with a leader seated at the head of the setup. Audiovisual is usually best set up at the open end of the seating.
Room Set-up Examples
Theater
Appropriate for large sessions and short lectures that do not require extensive note-taking. This is a convenient setup to use before breaking into discussion or role-playing groups because chairs can be moved.
Room Set-up Examples
Reception
Stand-up social function where beverages and light foods are served. Foods may be presented on small buffet tables or passed by servers. May precede a meal function.
Room Set-up Examples
Schoolroom or Classroom
The most desirable setup for medium to large-size lectures. Requires a relatively large room. Tables provide attendees with space for spreading out materials and taking notes.
Room Set-up Examples
Ovals and Rounds
Generally used for meals and sessions involving small group discussions. A five foot round table seats eight people comfortably. A six foot round table seats 10 people comfortably.
Room Set-up Examples
Audio-Visual Equipment
- AV Technician
- LCD Projector
- Microphone
- TV
- TV Production Service Provider
- Teleconferencing
- Videoconferencing
- Wireless Internet
Event Equipment & Supplies
- Direction Signs
- Easels
- Flip Chart & Markers
- Installed Stage
- Lobby Bulletin Board
- Name Cards
- Pens / Pencils / Notepad
- Podium Lectern
- Polling Devices
- Portable Stage
- Spotlights
- Stack Chairs
- Tables
- Wall Charts
Business Services
- Computers
- Copy Service
- Fax Service
- Overnight Delivery/Pickup
- Post/Parcel
- Printers
Frequently Asked Questions
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Chicago Downtown/River North has 4 event rooms.
The largest capacity event room is the River Room. It has a capacity of 200.
Yes, Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Chicago Downtown/River North provides wedding services.
To book a meeting or event at Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Chicago Downtown/River North click here
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