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David Rubenstein Forum

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1201 East 60th Street Chicago, IL 60637

Need dates

  • 06/02/2025 – 06/05/2025
  • 06/16/2025 – 06/19/2025
  • 07/01/2025 – 08/30/2025

Overview

Chain
Independent / Other
Brand
Independent
Built
2020
Renovated
—
Total meeting space
36,000 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms
—
Venue type
Conference center

Ratings

AAA
4
Forbes Travel Guide
4

Amenities

Room features and guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • Luggage storage
  • View (garden)
  • View (urban)

Facilities

  • Internet access
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Space (outdoor)
  • Space (private)
  • Wheelchair accessible

Business services

  • AV capabilities
  • Business center
  • Video conference
  • VIP services

Venue accessibility

  • Airport shuttle
  • Bus
  • Taxi
  • Train

Equipment

  • Loading dock
  • Portable walls
  • Staging area

AV capabilities

  • AV capabilities

Distance from airport

  • 23.4 mi. from venue

Parking

  • Complimentary parking
  • Paid parking$29.00 / day
  • Valet parking
  • Street parking

David Rubenstein Forum Meeting Space

Total meeting space36,000 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms21
Largest room6,454 sq. ft.
Second largest room4,090 sq. ft.
Space (Private)36,000 sq. ft.
Space (Outdoor)3,000 sq. ft.
Filters
Meeting rooms
Room size
Ceiling height
Room dimensions
Maximum capacity
Banquet rounds
Cocktail rounds
Theater
Classroom
  • University Room Prefunction
1,700 sq. ft.
-
-
125
-
125
-
-
  • University Room AB
6,454 sq. ft.
-
-
600
480
600
580
280
  • University Room A
2,893 sq. ft.
-
-
260
180
250
260
106
  • University Room B
3,652 sq. ft.
-
-
350
270
350
308
144
  • Friedman Hall Prefunction
2,070 sq. ft.
-
-
200
100
200
-
-
  • Friedman Hall
4,090 sq. ft.
-
-
284
-
-
284
-
  • 501-502 Combined
876 sq. ft.
-
-
78
35
75
78
32
  • Meeting Room 501
438 sq. ft.
-
-
45
24
40
45
16
  • Meeting Room 502
438 sq. ft.
-
-
40
24
40
45
16
  • Meeting Room 503
733 sq. ft.
-
-
72
40
50
72
30

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More

The David Rubenstein Forum is a state-of-the-art, LEED GOLD certified venue located in the historic neighborhood of Hyde Park on University of Chicago campus. The Forum features floor to ceiling windows, built-in audiovisual technology, and ten floors of private and expansive event space. The most notable spaces are the City View Room which highlights the sweeping landscape of the UChicago campus and Chicago skyline; and our University Room, located on the second floor with views of the historic Midway Plaisance, that is ideal for large receptions and banquets. Our on-site culinary operations include seasonally inspired menus that can be served as buffet, reception, or plated dinner service. We also have a full team of hospitality professionals that include seasoned sales managers, a dedicated concierge, and team of audiovisual technicians to ensure a seamless experience for you and your guests.

Additional Information

Thoughtfully Designed for Meaningful Gatherings. For more than 130 years, the people and ideas of the University of Chicago have helped shape the world and how we understand it. The David Rubenstein Forum provides elevated environments, quality amenities, and refined service that coalesce into a convening space suited to UChicago’s stature as a global intellectual destination.

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