Blackbird Common is located in historic Downtown Dwight, Illinois. Our venue is easily accessible for guests traveling from across Central Illinois and the Chicago region.

Blackbird Common can host a variety of event styles depending on the layout.

• Wedding ceremony seating: up to 80 guests
• Dinner table seating: up to 65 guests
• Open-house style events: up to 115 guests

For smaller gatherings, the venue includes eclectic seating for 40 guests with additional cozy lounge areas throughout the space.

Blackbird Common is a flexible event venue designed for many types of gatherings, including:

• Weddings and rehearsal dinners
• Baby showers and bridal showers
• Birthday celebrations
• Graduation parties
• Holiday parties
• Company meetings and workshops
• Community events
• Photoshoots and creative sessions

Smaller occassions and more intimate events start at $220 for a 3-hour rental, with additional hours available for $60 per hour.

Weddings and larger celebrations start at $250 for a 3-hour rental, with the same hourly extension rate.

An $80 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your date.

Your rental includes access to the 2,000-square-foot event space along with several unique features that help create a warm and inviting atmosphere.

Included with your rental:

• Eclectic tables and seating
• Vintage décor and styling pieces
• Black tablecloths
• Natural light-filled historic venue space
• Cozy lounge seating areas
• Access to restrooms and a kitchenette
• Flexible open layout that can be customized for your event

Yes. Renters may arrange their own catering.

We are also happy to provide a preferred vendor list including catering, photographers, hair and makeup artists, florists, and other event professionals who are familiar with the venue.

Catering may be arranged through Gooseberry Acres or another preferred catering partner depending on your event and vendor availability.

On occasion, a bartender may be available for events for an additional fee. Availability may vary depending on the date and event size.

Yes. Blackbird Common features 2,000 square feet of open event space that can be configured in many ways. The layout can be arranged for ceremonies, seated dinners, cocktail-style gatherings, or open-house style events.

Blackbird Common is conveniently located in Downtown Dwight where street parking and nearby public parking areas are available for guests.

Renters are responsible for reasonable cleanup and waste removal following their event.

Additional cleanup time may be scheduled before or after the event for $30 per 30-minute interval if needed.