Finding a location is a significant part of planning any type of event – business meetings, birthday parties, team-building days, and even sports tournaments. Wintrust Sports Complex in Bedford Park in Chicago is the perfect place for any type of event. Here are the top five reasons why Wintrust Sports Complex makes sense for your next event.
1: Event Space Options
One reason to choose Wintrust Sports Complex for your next event is the number of different space options. Across our 116,000-square-foot facility, we have the space for corporate events, tournaments, conferences, birthday parties, or any other type of event. Our gym space, meeting room, Station Grille Restaurant, and redemption arcade are great options for a variety of events. Arcades and sports facilities are even two of the top places to host a kid’s birthday party, and Wintrust Sports Complex has both.
The Station Grille Restaurant
Our on-site full-service restaurant and bar, The Station Grille, is a great space for relaxed events and celebrations for up to 150 guests.
In addition to the restaurant and lounge, our concession area, located next to the gym and arcade, offers a more casual space for a social event or party.
Hardwood Gym Space
As a sports complex, Wintrust Sports Complex has the space for all types of sports and games. That doesn’t mean the hardwood courts can only be used for basketball, volleyball, or other athletic endeavors. The gym is a perfect blank slate for large events, and of course for sporting events and tournaments.
Meeting Room
The meeting rooms at Wintrust Sports Complex are simple spaces that can host events of up to 150 people. Corporate meetings, seminars, and birthdays can all take place in our meeting room. With the right decorations and setup, this flexible space transforms into the ultimate event hub.
Redemption Arcade
Wintrust’s redemption arcade is a cool, unique space to host any event. Arcade parties are great for children, corporate team building, and even adult birthdays. The arcade at Wintrust has a great collection of classic and modern arcade games, plus our arcade event packages can include rounds of laser tag.
2: Convenient Location
In addition to the variety and flexibility of event spaces, another reason to choose Wintrust Sports Complex for any event is the convenience. Our free, ample parking makes it easy for guests to arrive by car or bus for any event. The Orange Line train is nearby for quick and easy transport to and from downtown Chicago. Plus, our facility is practically in Chicago Midway Airport’s backyard.
Wintrust is located right down the street from nearly a dozen hotels, so out of town conference attendees, athletes, or even birthday guests have incredibly convenient options for accommodations.
The Village of Bedford Park is located on the southwest border of Chicago City Limits. In addition to Wintrust, Bedford Park is home to hotels and restaurants and is an integral partner of the Illinois and Michigan Heritage Canal Corridor.
3: Customizable and Flexible Options
Flexibility is another reason you should choose Wintrust Sports Complex for your next event. All of our event spaces are flexible and customizable to fit the needs of your function. The gym space is an empty canvas that we can arrange for a classy event, team-building day, or a birthday party. Depending on the amount of people coming, we can rearrange tables in meeting rooms to fit your vision.
While we can’t rearrange the arcade, we can offer party packages and add-ons to make your event just how you want it. Event packages can include additional food from The Station Grille, add-ons such as more laser tag, additional rooms, extra time, or even a bounce house.
Our guests can customize our event spaces even more with their own party decorations to really get into the party theme and, of course, birthday cake! Our team is ready to arrange our spaces and customize any party or event package to fit your needs.
4: Quality On-Site Food
Food is a critical part of any event, whether a birthday party, corporate conference, basketball tournament, or fundraiser. At Wintrust Sports Complex, we are proud to offer The Station Grille as both an event space and a catering option. The Station Grille menu has something for everyone (including a kids’ menu!). There are classic appetizers, specialty salads, pizzas, and Midwest favorites like Wisconsin Breaded Cheese Curds and Italian beef sandwiches. The bar at the Station Grille is the prime spot to relax after a day of seminars and networking. We have beers on tap, quality spirits, and a wine selection.
The catering buffet menu is full of choices, making it easy to please groups of any size, any time of day. Have your corporate conference start off right with a breakfast buffet, keep it simple with an appetizer and small bite selection, indulge in local favorites with the Chi-Town lunch buffet, and keep it classy with our chicken piccata or blackened salmon dinner options. Catering menus also include sandwiches, pizza, taco bars, and classic hamburgers and hotdogs.
In addition to The Station Grille, our concessions area offers quick grab-and-go snacks and drinks and plenty of seating to take a break.
5: Supportive Team
Planning any type of event is always easier when you have a supportive team. The events team and the entire staff at Wintrust Sports Complex are dedicated to creating fun experiences for all of our guests. The Mission of Wintrust Sports Complex at Bedford Park is to welcome all athletes, families, and individuals to the nation’s most inviting, premier sports and entertainment experience. Our birthday party concierges are your liaisons on the day of your party; field trips include a designated party host, and our entire team is committed to creating a positive guest experience.
Wintrust Sports Complex makes booking your event with us easy. You can submit simple booking requests for birthday parties online and contact us with requests for other special events. Let us know what event space you’d like to book and when, and our team will quickly follow up with all the necessary information.
