5.0
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Amenities
Unique aesthetic style
Guests comfort
History, Romance & Modern Elegance Intertwine.
This is such a perfect location! The venue is absolutely beautiful and the food is delicious! Dana, the coordinator, is amazing! She will make sure your day is the best day of your life! She is funny and really knows her stuff! The pricing for what you get in the packages is very reasonable!
Ashley F.
5.0
Highly recommend! Dana was truly a rockstar. She came up with ideas that definitely helped us out and took al the stress away. She really cares so much about her brides and grooms.
Natalie W.
5.0
Nestled in the heart of historic downtown Lockport, IL, The Loft at Public Landing is an enchanting wedding and events venue that exudes timeless elegance and charm. Housed within the historic Italianate limestone Gaylord Building, a National Trust Historic Site dating back to 1838, this alluring space blends rustic sophistication with modern allure. Imagine stepping into a world where exposed limestone walls whisper tales of the past, while soft, ambient lighting casts a warm, intimate glow across rich hardwood beams.
The Loft at Public Landing, accommodating up to 160 guests, is a vision of refined romance, with two distinct, exquisitely appointed rooms that can be tailored to your desires. High ceilings adorned with large metal globed Edison lights create a dream canopy, perfect for stolen glances and heartfelt moments. For those craving an al fresco affair, our screened-in veranda overlooking the venue's meticulously manicured outdoor courtyard beckons with its lush seasonal blooms and breathtaking views of the historic I&M Canal and Lincoln Landing Park—a seductive backdrop for ceremonies or cocktail hours under the stars.
Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of classic American cuisine, crafted with passion and served with impeccable style. From handcrafted cocktails to decadent desserts, every detail is designed to ignite the senses. The Lofts' dedicated team, led by the charismatic event coordinator Dana, ensures every moment unfolds seamlessly, leaving you free to bask in the joy of the occasion. Whether it's a magical wedding reception, an intimate private dinner, or a lavish celebration, the Loft at Public Landing is where history meets desire, creating an unforgettable experience that lingers long after the night fades.
39+ years in business
Speaks English, Spanish
10 team members
Amenities + details
Amenities
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Historic Venue
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Food & Catering
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Ashley F
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5.0
This is such a perfect location! The venue is absolutely beautiful and the food is delicious! Dana, the coordinator, is amazing! She will make sure your day is the best day of your...
life! She is funny and really knows her stuff! The pricing for what you get in the packages is very reasonable!
Natalie W
5.0
Highly recommend! Dana was truly a rockstar. She came up with ideas that definitely helped us out and took al the stress away. She really cares so much about her brides and grooms.
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Melissa M
5.0
The Public Landing is a beautiful, charming venue and we are so grateful to have had our wedding there. Between the outdoor nature and the charm inside, it was the perfect spot for...
our fall wedding. The food is delicious and the packages are affordable! The staff was absolutely wonderful and nice! But the reason we picked this venue and the reason we are so happy with how everything turned out is Dana, the event coordinator. From the very beginning she showed us how much she really cares about the couples and how she will do everything in her power to make the day special. She is super woman! I don't think I would've survived without her. She eased my mind, helped with decorations, gave us constant encouragement, and even bustled my dress! My husband and I will be eternally grateful for her!
Shawna M
5.0
We fell in love with the venue after seeing the upstairs loft. We had a Christmas Wonderland wedding right before Christmas 2019. The venue was decked out in Christmas decor and wi...
th our added trees and touches it was breathtaking! The food was absolutely amazing and everyone raved about how delicious everything was. You get a wedding coordinator for your entire day (Dana) and she is a godsend! She literally pulled off our crazy wedding and became part of our family.
Sara P
5.0
We absolutely loved having our wedding reception at Public Landing. From the moment we saw it on our our first visit, we knew it would be the perfect place for us. The venue is bea...
utiful, exuding rustic elegance. Dana, the event coordinator at Public Landing, was incredible. She was so funny and engaging, but also extremely professional and on top of things, always going the extra mile to make things perfect for us. She made our day go by as seamlessly as possible. Everyone loved the venue. The way everything was set us was great. The food was truly excellent; all our guests were raving about it, claiming it was the best wedding food they'd ever had (we had a plated meal and gave each guest a choice of chateaubriand or salmon). Our signature drink was excellent. The room looked beautiful, with fairy lights hanging from the rafters. Parking was a little bit of an inconvenience for some guests, but there were ample lots in the area and Dana had provided us parking maps, which we included in our invitations and on our website. By the end of the night, most of our guests were still hanging out and going strong. It was so wonderful. Truly the best night ever. We couldn't be happier with the way our wedding turned out at Public Landing.
Hillary B
5.0
Public Landing was the most wonderful place to get married! The outdoor area made for an amazing ceremony and pictures and the inside was perfect for our small reception. The event...
coordinator, Dana is incredible! She made everything easy and seamless and was fun all along the way! Couldn’t recommend them more!!
Danielle M
5.0
Having our wedding at Public Landing just makes me want to do it all over again! Good food was a high priority for us, and the restaurant definitely delivered. All my feedback I’ve...
had from guests so far mentions how much they enjoyed the dinner! Dana, the wedding coordinator, was amazing to work with and kept everything running smoothly and on-time the day of. My mom and I were so impressed! The venue is beautiful and has great character and history behind it, too. We also took advantage of the on-site bridal suite, which was a lifesaver! I cannot recommend Public Landing highly enough. I hope I get invited to a wedding there in the future! 😂
Jessica L
5.0
The venue was amazing. It was prefect for our rustic fall wedding. The food was great. Everyone raved about how awesome it was. The best thing about the venue was Dana, the venue c...
oordinator. My makeup artist backed out the weekend before the wedding. I called her crying and she was able to find a replacement within 30 min. I cannot say enough great things about the place.
Laura B
5.0
Great food, amazing cake, and wonderful staff.
Dana was available anytime even when I was going to have a meltdown no matter what time it was.
The most romantic gathering to celebr...
ate our marriage with family and friends.
Libby C
5.0
I decided to have an afternoon wedding reception and served my guests lunch. It was much cheaper. The food was absolutely great. I was allowed to set up the day before and every...
thing went smoothly! I had 120 guests which were seated very comfortably.
One month before my wedding, the original banquet hostess relocated across the country and passed my info to the new employee. There were only a few miscommunications, but each time, it was worked out in a timely fashion.
Great people to work with and beautiful location.
Jillian R
5.0
I was really happy with my experience with this location. They were really flexible with everything. Even though their contract said I needed to give them a final head count 14 day...
s in advance, there was no penalty for being several days late. They were also closed for Independence Day when I was supposed to pay for everything, so they allowed me to pay the on the morning of the wedding. They had changed their menu offerings between our original visit and the wedding, so we were able to combine both menus to create our ideal meal, and prices were kept at the original price.
The only downside is that the parking lot is small, so many of my guests weren't sure where to leave their cars.
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