a place to
meet new people IRL

Coming to River North, Chicago in Early 2026

Become a Founding Member
Fabrik Gathering

Fabrik launched in 2023 with a clear mission: to end the epidemic of loneliness and social isolation by bringing people back together in real life.

We transform underutilized real estate into thriving social spaces where people and communities can connect, create, belong, and add social wellness into their week.

We're inviting community builders, entrepreneurs, content creators, and collaborators to join us as Founding Members. If you're passionate about creating a new kind of social space centered on real-life connection, help us bring Fabrik Chicago to life.

What Our Members Say

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“Fabrik has been such a source of joy and energy - both for my community building efforts and my personal headspace. It’s been incredible to open up new avenues for collaboration with other community builders, and have a dedicated space to gather my own community members.”

Ruthie Berber, Led by Community, Women in Innovation, Old Girls Club

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“Without Fabrik I don't know if I'd have a community. I will never forget doing my tour and talking about how I've wanted to host a workshop. Everyone at Fabrik was like... ‘Just do it!’ and in less than 24 hours I'd created my first event"

Brandon Dawkins, Modern Gentleman Project

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“I chose Fabrik because I was seeking a third space that wasn’t just coworking but a place I could meet new people AND bring my existing community. I’m so honored and excited be part of the community!”

Jori Bell, Coaching Corner

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"Joining Fabrik has been the best decision in 2025 so far. I love the space you created and communities you gather. It is truly a place to belong."

Tijana Buric, Career Alchemist

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“Walking into a vibrant space with SO MANY connectors gave me energy and encouragement that I haven’t felt in a very long time. This is a crew that genuinely wants to be there to just connect and support. I love being part of a space where COMMUNITY is literally everything.”

Larisa Courtien

Coming to River North in early 2026

Fabrik Chicago, River North

Opening January 2026. Now accepting Founding Members.

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Who Should Join Fabrik?

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Aspiring or Established Community Builders:
Looking to host events, meetups, or workshops? Fabrik makes it simple to gather your crew—no hassles, just supportive staff, beautiful spaces, and the flexibility to do things your way.

Creators & Entrepreneurs:
Need inspiration and a trusted space to experiment, collaborate, and scale your next project? You'll tap into a network of creative, curious people who get what you're building and are excited to help you grow.

Curious Connectors & Seekers:
Not sure what you want to build yet? Dive in. From book clubs and art nights to tech panels and casual mixers, Fabrik’s community is ready to welcome you exactly as you are.

Anyone Ready to Prioritize Social Wellness: Want to make meaningful connection part of your routine? At Fabrik, nurturing your social well-being is easy—plug into vibrant spaces, drop into gatherings that boost your mood, and find support that goes beyond the surface.

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✔️ Full Access to Spaces: Use our thoughtfully designed social spaces as often as you want—for gatherings, workshops, meetings, or just a cup of coffee.

✔️ Host and Grow Your Community: Build your vision with ease. Host events, workshops, or meetups to grow and strengthen your community in a space designed for connection.

✔️Join IRL Gatherings: Drop in to any member-led gathering, no matter the size or topic. From speaker sessions and creative workshops to spontaneous get-togethers, see what’s happening each day and join as much as you'd like. See what our members are hosting in NYC—check out the calendar here.

✔️ A Community of Builders: Connect with a vetted group of passionate builders, creators, and founders who are here to collaborate, share ideas, and build side by side.

What's Included in Membership?

"I deeply value hosting and being part of Fabrik — it’s where I started my community and built most of my adult friendships. The simplest way to put it: Fabrik has been an integral part of both my personal and professional life. It gave me the foundation to start my business and the space to practice my passion with the love and support of others."

Rebecca Pino, Fabrik Member & Founder, Money Her Way

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What makes a "Social Space"?

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A Fabrik social space is your go-to hub for everything community and connection IRL. You’ll see people collaborating on projects, hosting gatherings of all sizes, heads down tackling their work, or introducing themselves to someone new. Some are here to find a collaborator, others are reading a book, relaxing, or celebrating a milestone—big or small—with friends or new connections. It’s designed to serve whatever you need that day, always buzzing with energy and possibility.

Here’s what you’ll find in every Fabrik space:

⬩Coffee, tea, and snacks to keep you fueled
⬩High-speed wifi
⬩Community tables and cozy lounge areas
⬩Standing workstations and meeting rooms
⬩Dedicated spaces for group hosting
⬩Fully-equipped kitchen
⬩Printer and projector

This is everything you need to gather, create, and connect—with zero hassle. Membership gives you access to any space in our network, M-F, 9am-9pm.

"We started Fabrik in 2023 to make IRL connections easier and tackle rising loneliness by turning unused spaces into inviting places to gather. Our vision is simple: help people prioritize social health every day. Bringing Fabrik to Chicago means building a true home for community—shaped by the builders and creators we can’t wait to meet."

Gwen Wiscount and Jaclyn Pascocello, Co-Founders @ Fabrik

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Co-Create Fabrik Chicago as a Founding Member

🔑 Chicago Founding 100 Membership

$199.00/Month

(Regularly $349+)

➤ Become
a Founding 100 Member.
Full-Access: Make full use of your new third space. Unlimited weekday use of Fabrik Spaces from 9am-9pm.
Host 2 gatherings per month at Fabrik Chicago with up to 50 attendees. - 1 daytime gathering/1 evening gathering
Unlimited access to a calendar of member-led gatherings
*Ticketed events subject to event price fees.
Free Day Pass for Guest (value $29/day)
Enjoy coffee/tea/snacks, high speed wifi, community tables, cozy spaces, standing workstations, meeting rooms, community hosting space, kitchen, printer, and projector.

Sign up to learn more about Fabrik happenings