Private Event Space Evanston

Prairie Moon the place to host your private event or party in Evanston

Private Parties and Events at Prairie Moon in Evanston

Prairie Moon is an ideal destination for any group gathering, offering a welcoming, flexible setting for department dinners, retirement celebrations, reunions, holiday parties, weddings, rehearsal dinners, and special events.

Our team works closely with you to create a seamless experience, featuring customizable menus with our scratch-made, delicious regional cuisine, attentive service, and spaces that accommodate both intimate groups and larger parties. As a locally owned Evanston original since 2002, we take pride in offering a true Evanston experience. 

Private Event Quick Facts

  • Flexible Capacity: Our space can accommodate intimate groups from 10-50 in our semi-private party area, and 200+ guests with a restaurant buy-out.

  • Affordable Pricing: Unlike most venues, Prairie Moon does not a room fee. Your event menu can be designed to be budget-friendly. Please see our sample, replenished BUFFET and APPETIZER menus as a starting point for discussing your event. And, ask about our drink ticket option.

  • Built-in AV Capabilities: We provide the essentials for presentations or slideshows, including a television and monitor, microphone, speakers, and reliable wireless internet. (Note, some of these features are only available with a restaurant buy-out.)

  • DJ Booth: With hookups to the main system or dedicated speakers.

  • Distinctive Atmosphere: Your guests will enjoy a venue filled with character, featuring a vintage Art Deco backbar and a bar top made from recycled bowling alley lanes.

  • Premier Beverage Selection: Choose from Evanston’s most distinct selection of small-batch craft beers, artisanal spirits, and a curated wine list to complement your celebration.

  • Stress-Free Planning: Our team can provide referrals for local florists, live entertainment, and accommodations to ensure every detail is covered.

  • Convenient Access: Located in downtown Evanston at 1635 Chicago Avenue, we offer easy access for the Northwestern community with ample street and garage parking nearby

Send us an email about your party!

Or, feel free to give us a call at 847-864-8328

Dining Room

Can accommodate 20-200

Cozy lounge area inside Evanston Restaurant Prairie Moon with two patterned armchairs, a leather sofa, a decorative coffee table.

Lounge area

Famous backbar from Prairie Moon in Evanston is art deco style from a former Bridgeport bar called McCormicks.

The Bar

Art Deco, seats 28

Outdoor patio dining in Evanston at Prairie Moon on Chicago Ave near Northwestern University.

Outdoor Patio

Seats 30+

RESOURCES

Dine-in Menus — Our regular menus update almost daily

Events — Check out our ongoing and special events page

Rewards — Join our Rewards Program. Your points qualify for private events!

Gift Cards — Looking for the perfect gift? Look no further!

Nighttime storefront with a large blue neon sign reading 'Prairie Moon' and a moon graphic above it. The entrance has glass doors and illuminated signs inside, including a neon 'Old Style' beer sign and other neon signs, with a chalkboard menu outside.