Venue Ninety-Eight

Set beside the historic Bird Haven Greenhouse in Pilcher Park, Venue Ninety-Eight offers a distinctive setting for weddings, receptions and other gatherings in Joliet, Illinois. The renovated venue combines a polished indoor reception space with outdoor surroundings, giving event planners options for celebrations with different styles and guest numbers.

Weddings are a central part of the offering. Couples can choose from outdoor ceremony locations among mature trees and gardens, with the nearby greenhouse available as a weather-protected option for smaller ceremonies. The venue also has private preparation suites for the wedding party, a separate space for cocktail hour and a dedicated event supervisor. The team hosts one wedding per evening, so the venue and its staff can focus on that celebration.

Venue Ninety-Eight also welcomes milestone events and social occasions, including quinceañeras, baby and bridal showers, proms and other private celebrations. For businesses, the flexible setting can accommodate corporate gatherings such as leadership retreats and staff parties. Layouts and packages can be tailored to suit the occasion, and the venue offers bar and beverage packages through its in-house team. Clients can work with the venue's preferred suppliers or bring their own vendors, while catering is provided by the venue's in-house caterer.

Recent renovations introduced dedicated bride and groom spaces, a pre-function gallery, updated facilities and refreshed patio areas. On-site parking is available, and tours can be arranged by appointment. Located on Gougar Road, Venue Ninety-Eight gives event planners an indoor venue with garden and greenhouse surroundings for both formal celebrations and business events.