Loft28West

Loft28West is a versatile event venue in downtown Aurora, Illinois, set inside a characterful former coat factory. The space combines industrial details with a polished contemporary finish, including exposed brick, timber flooring, tall ceilings and expansive windows that bring in plenty of natural light. Its flexible layout can be styled for a wide range of occasions, from elegant weddings and rehearsal dinners to birthday celebrations, anniversaries, private parties, conferences and corporate gatherings.

The venue offers approximately 7,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space. Inside, organisers can make use of a banquet area, reception and bar space, private dining facilities, lounge furniture and separate dressing rooms for the wedding couple. A private sky deck adds an outdoor option with cityscape and river views, while the street-level area can be used for ceremonies and open-air receptions. The venue is also fully ADA compliant and includes a private entrance, lift access, event toilets, Wi-Fi and nearby public parking.

Loft28West can accommodate up to 400 guests for standing cocktail events, around 200 guests for wedding-style banquets and up to 300 guests for non-wedding seated functions. Business events can be arranged in theatre or classroom formats, making the venue suitable for conferences, training sessions and sales meetings as well as social celebrations.

Food and drink are handled through the venue, with catering, bar service, craft beer, whiskey selections and signature cocktails available. Organisers can also discuss extras such as valet parking, entertainment bookings and tasting experiences. A dedicated event manager is available to help plan the layout, timings and practical details, while the venue’s consultation service gives clients an opportunity to view the space before booking.