Events & Adventures Chicago
Party organiser, ChicagoOpen
Events & Adventures Chicago is open. Rated 3.6★ from 132 Google reviews; the newest review is from October 2026.
- 3.6★Average rating
- 132reviews
- October 2026Newest review
Updated 13 November 2026
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Details
- Mon11:00–23:00
- Tue11:00–23:00
- Wed11:00–23:00
- Thu11:00–23:00
- Fri11:00–23:00
- Sat11:00–17:30
- Sun13:00–21:30
- Status
- Open
- Address
- 411 S Wells St #200, Chicago, IL 60601
- Phone
- +1425-209-1722
- Website
- eventsandadventures.com
- Newest review
- October 2026
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Before you go
- Arriving
One reviewer struggled to find their event group at a venue; contact the event organizer's number in advance if you're uncertain about meeting logistics.
- First visit
If you live in the suburbs rather than central Chicago, call ahead to confirm there are enough events reasonably close to you. Some members reported 1–2 events per month in their areas versus frequent options downtown.
- Prices
Membership requires an upfront fee plus additional per-event charges. Ask the sales team upfront which events are included versus which require extra payment, and confirm the total cost structure before committing.
- At the door
Read the membership contract very carefully before signing, especially the renewal and cancellation terms. Multiple reviewers report being charged after their membership period ended without consent, or facing large cancellation fees to exit early.
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About Events & Adventures Chicago
Events & Adventures is a national singles social club with a Chicago chapter that hosts monthly group activities ranging from casual bar nights to adventure sports, wellness classes and travel experiences. The club's own website says it aims to help singles meet naturally through shared activities rather than dating apps, with over 30 events monthly across US and Canadian cities. Members pay an upfront membership fee plus additional costs for most individual events.
A typical evening involves showing up to a pre-arranged activity—anything from wine tastings to axe throwing to boat outings—where a host coordinates the group and introduces members to each other. The atmosphere is relaxed and social rather than romantic pressure.
However, reviews are deeply divided. Enthusiastic members praise the genuine friendships and life-changing social experiences, while many others report feeling misled by aggressive sales tactics, hidden renewal clauses, sparse event availability outside the city center, and poor customer service when trying to cancel. Suburban members especially complain of too few local events and difficulty ending contracts.
- Who goes
- Singles of all ages seeking social activities and potential romance, with most active members in central Chicago; suburban members report fewer events in their areas.
- How opinion has moved
- Opinions have remained polarized across the review period. Recent 2026 complaints focus heavily on contract renewal traps and cancellation fees, while older 2018–2021 positive reviews mention transformative social experiences and excellent event coordination. The divide appears linked to individual expectations, location, and how transparent the company is during signup.
- Prices mentioned
- Membership fee plus per-event charges; $600+ cancellation penalties
What guests love
- Members report making genuine new friendships and meeting people regularly that they stay in touch with after events.
- The variety of activities—from adventurous pursuits like skydiving and trampoline dodgeball to casual wine tastings and mingle nights—appeals to different interests and comfort levels.
- Event hosts and coordinators are consistently praised for making members feel welcomed, included, and for actively facilitating introductions rather than leaving people isolated.
- The social club model removes the awkwardness of traditional dating by focusing on shared experiences and activities, making connection feel natural.
- Virtual events allow members to participate from home and even connect with singles in other cities.
- Some members credit the club with helping them overcome shyness and become more socially confident.
What guests complain about
- Sales representatives use high-pressure tactics and work on commission; one reviewer was refused written documentation of membership terms before deciding.
- Membership contracts appear to auto-renew without clear consent, and members report continued charges after their original period ended or after requesting cancellation.
- Cancellation is expensive and difficult—members report being told they owe hundreds of dollars in payout fees or threatened with collections if they try to leave.
- Event availability is extremely sparse outside downtown and central areas; suburban members report only 1–2 events per month in their locations despite paying full membership fees.
- Individual events carry additional fees on top of membership, and some reviewers felt these costs were not adequately disclosed before joining.
- Customer service is unresponsive or dismissive when members raise issues about event quality, transportation logistics, or cancellation requests.
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Club facts, checked against sources
1 of 3 facts confirmed by two or more independent sources. Each fact shows who says it. Confirmed = two or more independent sources agree. Prices are per night at the door and change, so check the date.
- Membership
- Paid membership Confirmed Google Maps ×2 · October 2026Google reviews ×2 · October 2026
- Open on
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday Other sources say Google Maps · November 2026
- Minimum age
- 21 Club says Club website · November 2026
Latest reviews from every source
I regret joining Events & Adventures. I was sold the idea of a large, active community of singles. In reality, I encountered a small group of the same people attending events over and over — I’d estimate fewer than 50 regular participants. The substantial membership fee also doesn’t cover many of the events. You pay to join, then pay again to attend. The odds may be good, but the goods are odd. Worst of all, I told t…
Beware of signing anything with this company. This is like a timeshare. After becoming unemployed and unable to continue my membership, this company is telling me I still need to keep my membership. I cannot cancel with giving them a payout for whatever remains on my 2 1/2 yrs membership and I just signed up in May. Ripoff.
Not what it advertised. definitely do not recommend.
As I 1st hear of Events & Adventures in your area, this is the farthest from the truth. in my area the may have 1 - 2 a month. they find some of the worst places possible. I have tried to transfer to a different location / cancel and they threatened with collections. unless you live in the city or want to commute for over an hr. this is a waste of time and money.
The absolute worst experience with this company. I do not live near the city center and told the rep this when signing up. However, I was assured that lots of events are hosted near me as well. This was NOT the case and after 12 months of paying membership dues, I still had not had a chance to go to any events. When I called to cancel, they charged me $600 to end the membership. DO NOT RECOMMEND. Maybe it would work…
Closed contract never used the membership and still wants me to pay that's ridiculous
I joined E&A a year ago because I lacked the means of finding new friends/activities. It was not a question of having time but rather not knowing what was out there. I was also kind of shy as just showing up to a new spot not knowing anyone there was daunting. Wanting a way to meet new people while being exposed to new places and stuff to do I gave E&A a chance because they did exactly that. There is a cost to the me…
I don’t like the “boiler room style sales tactics” and they tried to pressure me into paying a large amount of money immediately before I could think about it. They obviously work on commission. I asked for a document to read up on the options which the sales person declined to send me. Even the tone of the sales pitch I didn’t like where they evaluate me to see if I could afford it and as if they are doing me a favo…
Sources we checked
- Google Maps 3.6★ from 1323 reviews readnewest October 2023
- Google reviews 10 reviews readnewest October 2026
Review history
Each dot is one dated Google review (13 with stars). The line is the running average. Does the owner answer?
The owner replies to some positive reviews, thanking members and acknowledging their experience, but does not appear to respond to complaints about contract practices, cancellation fees, or service issues.
Rating spread
Written from the venue's newest Google reviews and its own website. We paraphrase, we never quote guests, and we never name anyone.
Sources for this text: Google Maps, Google reviews, the club's own website, every review we hold.
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