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This Chicago Hotel Just Launched a Veuve Clicquot Courtyard

by Aoife O'Riordan

May 26, 2025

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In time for summer, Waldorf Astoria Chicago just debuted the Clicquot Courtyard thanks to a recent partnership with Veuve Clicquot. Open to both visitors and locals, this exclusive courtyard is open May 29–Aug. 16, with options for V.I.P. access and private parties available.

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The Clicquot Courtyard will occupy the hotel’s Peacock Garden, donning up the space to embrace a Coco Chanel-inspired oasis in the heart of Chicago. Guests who reserve a table at Clicquot Courtyard enjoy a 75-minute, endless Champagne happy hour featuring Veuve Clicquot Champagne; a curated charcuterie board with artisanal cheese and cured delicacies; and live music.

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The Clicquot Courtyard will be open to guests Thursday, Friday and Saturday beginning May 29. Seatings will be held between 5 and 6:15 p.m. and 7 and 8:15 p.m. at $125 per person. Upgrades, like Kaviari Caviar service, unlimited La Grande Dame and 1-ounce Kristal caviar with classic condiments, are also available upon request.

Celebrating the debut of the Clicquot Courtyard, the hotel offers an exclusive Veuve and Views offer, which includes overnight accommodations in a suite, a curated terrace picnic and bottle of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Champagne. Book this offer here.

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