Columbia Yacht Club's Club Ship has an incredible variety of spaces for members to enjoy. There is something for everyone including unmatched views and incredible service.
A bar unlike any other. Once the ship's studio, now a place to come together with friends and family while enjoying a fine drink, great meal and wonderful conversation. Most likely the most inviting bar in Chicago, this is a place where members often find themselves. Common Uses: Member dining and leisure. Events: Mondays Only. Subject to availability
Club members enjoy this cozy and recently renovated dining room with fine photos of the Abby's first days in dry dock. The outdoor dining area is one of the best in Chicago with skyline views and a front row seat to Navy Pier fireworks. Common Uses: Member dining Events: Mondays Only. Subject to availability
Once an area where passengers would relax during their voyage, the Upper Salon a place for larger groups to gather and enjoy the panorama of the lake front. The Upper Deck surrounds the salon and is furnished with teak furniture for members to enjoy. Common Uses: Meetings, event, private events and lounging Events: A wonderful area for dining, cocktail parties, meetings or classes up to 60 people.
The Board Room is traditionally used for Director meetings, committees, private events and more. It has gorgeous brass windows that allow plenty of natural light. The walls are adorned with historical photos of the Club Ships of past. Common Uses: Meetings, private dining events and lounging This area is being exclusively as a private lounge space that members can reserve.
Located adjacent to the Captain's Quarters and is used by members daily. The Club Librarian keeps the shelves stock and refreshed with books about sailing, fun novels and even kid's books. Common Uses: Small private meetings and leisure Groups restricted to 6 people
In January of 2020, a small group of Columbia members renovated this former storage area to be a meeting and dining space this is simply gorgeous. Common Uses: Meetings and private dining Events: Small private dining events and meetings of up to 6 people
Common Uses: Meetings, private dining and leisure. Events: Small private dining events and meetings of up to 20 people
The south facing bar seating is the perfect place to enjoy food and drinks on the rail while enjoying the beauty of Monroe Harbor. Common Uses: Dining, drinks with friends and leisure Events: Mondays Only. Subject to availability
This is a wonderful area with great shade and an unobstructed view of Monroe Harbor and beyond. Common Uses: Dining, drinks with friends and leisure Events: Mondays Only. Subject to availability
With a sweeping view of the Chicago Skyline and the comfort of high quality umbrellas, there are few places nicer to dine in the entire city. Common Uses: Dining, drinks with friends and leisure Events: Mondays Only. Subject to availability
This horseshoe shaped space on the observation deck of the ship has stunning views, teak chairs and a lot of charm. Perfect for a special dinner or just a leisure afternoon. Common Uses: Private events, dining, drinks with friends and leisure Events: Small private dining events and meetings of up to 80 people
The tent on our aft deck provides a lovely, safe space from all types of weather while being cozy and full of that lake shore panorama we love. The walls openly easily for fresh air and enjoying warm weather. We also have a high-end efficient furnace dedicated to heating the tent for even a chilly Chicago winter day. Common Uses: Club events, formal events, meetings and holidays Events: Small private dining events, cocktail parties and meetings of up to 200 people