GreaterRNBA Holiday Party @ Ila's Chicago

Our Holiday Party is here!

Join fellow business and community leaders for an evening of high-level collaboration, conversation, and celebration. The whole restaurant space will be reserved for our event.

Enjoy live music, holiday carolers, beer, red & white wine, and appetizers in one of River North’s beautiful spaces.We’ll also have festive activities, including: Best Dressed Holiday Cheer contest (no ugly sweaters!) Find the Snowflakes scavenger hunt and much more!

Íla’s isn’t just another restaurant; it’s a reflection of what community means. Restaurateur Kirtan Gandhi created Íla’s as “a restaurant and bar that blends global flavors with American comfort, built on a foundation of warmth and community.” Named after his mother, who immigrated to Chicago more than 50 years ago, Íla’s is rooted in family, hospitality, and belonging.

At the Greater River North Business Association, that message resonates deeply with us. Like ila’s, we believe in creating spaces where people don’t just show up, they stay, engage, and build lasting relationships. Please join us and leave inspired!

To schedule at event at ilas restaurant, please email Veronica at veronica@ilaschicago.com

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC | COMPLIMENTARY FOR MEMBERS

Our Professional Interchange events have evolved into vibrant gatherings where business professionals come together not to sell, but to inspire, share ideas, and build authentic relationships. We cultivate a culture which fosters meaningful connections where business happens organically.

This event is open to the public not for transactional purposes, but to offer guests the opportunity to experience the culture of our organization and learn more about the Greater River North Business Association and the many benefits it provides to the business community.

IMPORTANT. PLEASE NOTE: Proper attire is required. GRNBA enforces business attire or a smart casual dress code. This standard applies to all of our Professional Interchange events to ensure we reflect the professionalism of our members and the venues that graciously host us.



• For men: A collared shirt and dress pants are recommended. A collared shirt, chinos, dress jeans or a button-down shirt are appropriate. Please avoid sleeveless shirts, ripped jeans, hats, beanies or ball caps, beachwear, jerseys and gym or athletic apparel

• For women: Business wear or dressy casual attire is most comfortable. A nice blouse with a dressy skirt or pants, dress jeans, or a dress would be suitable. Please avoid excessively revealing clothing, tank tops, ripped jeans, beachwear, gym attire or athletic apparel

• General advice: opt for smart casual or business attire to be safe. It is better to be slightly overdressed than underdressed. 

Admittance to our professional interchange events is at the discretion of the GRNBA staff, who reserves the right to refuse admittance to guests or members who are inappropriately dressed regardless of registration