FAQS

Art Displays

• Brand Activations

• Community Events

• Consumer Expos

• Corporate Events

• Festivals

• Filming

• Weddings

• And more!

Opportunities are endless at Pioneer Court

Pioneer Court requires a rental fee.  Rental fee is based on the following:

• Time of year

• Weekdays vs. weekends

• Size of footprint

• Overall scope

• For-profit vs. Non-Profit

Pioneer Court offers non-profit and multi-day discounts.  Reach out today for your customized quote.

Yes!  Pioneer Court is exclusively an outdoor venue.  Interior retail space is currently available for an additional cost.  Indoor storage space is also available upon request at an additional cost.

• Logistics Support and Venue Coordination

• Permit Guidance

• Marketing Support

• Access to Standard Power and Water

• Indoor Bathroom Access for Event Staff

• Pedestrian Count Recap Post-Rental

• City of Chicago permits and permit fees

• City of Chicago, Alderman, and Chicago Police Department approvals (required for obtaining permits)

• Private security – daytime and overnight

• Labor support

• Additional indoor activation space

• Additional power

• Permit assistance

• City of Chicago, Alderman, and Chicago Police Department approval assistance (required for obtaining permits)

• Indoor storage and back of house

• Indoor bathroom access

• Cleaning and maintenance services including garbage removal and dumpster access

• Parking in 401 North Michigan garage

• Table and chair rental

• Sound system and wireless microphone rental

Add-on quotes provided upon request.

Pioneer Court is private property, so permits are not required unless you answer “yes” to any of the following questions:

• Will close city streets (street closures are not allowed for private events)

• Will prepare food on a public street/sidewalk or private property (open to the public)

• Will sell/serve alcohol

• Will sell merchandise

• Have tent(s) larger than 20 ft. x 20 ft. (400 sq. ft.)

• Have stage(s) taller than 2 ft.

For more information on the City of Chicago Special Event permits and requirements, please visit this link.

If your event requires a permit, you need to apply for your permit a minimum of 21 days before your event.  Otherwise, we request a minimum of 2-weeks notice.  The earlier outreach the better to give ample time for planning purposes.  Pioneer Court’s calendar books up fast, so don’t wait to reach out!