Top Michigan Gala Event Spaces

• Spaces for 5-350 Guests
• 3 Event Spaces
• 5 Hotels
• 5 Total Spaces

Located in Detroit's historic Brush Park, AC Hotel Detroit at the Bonstelle blends contemporary design with one-of-a-kind event spaces for weddings, corporate gatherings, galas, and social celebrations. Connected directly to the beautifully restored Bonstelle Playhouse, the hotel offers versatile venues including elegant meeting rooms, rooftop event space with skyline views, and access to the landmark theater for unforgettable large-scale occasions. Flexible layouts, thoughtfully curated catering, modern guest accommodations, and attentive service create a seamless experience from start to finish. Just minutes from downtown Detroit's cultural and entertainment destinations, the hotel provides a sophisticated backdrop for events of every style and size.

• Spaces for 75-1,700 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces

This modern Art Deco inspired venue is the perfect location to host your next corporate event, private concert, product launch, fundraiser, wedding, reception or business meeting. Less than a mile from DeVos Place Convention Center, 20 Monroe Live accommodates 25 to 2,600 guests. Our talented staff handles every detail, so you don’t have to!

• Spaces for 150-200 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces
• 2 Hotels
• 1 Ballroom

Located in the iconic David Whitney Building overlooking Grand Circus Park, Hotel David Whitney, Autograph Collection pairs historic architecture with contemporary hospitality for weddings, corporate events, galas, and social celebrations. More than 5,600 square feet of flexible event space includes elegant salons, a light-filled gallery overlooking the restored four-story atrium, and sophisticated gathering spaces designed for both intimate occasions and larger receptions. Personalized catering, modern audiovisual capabilities, stylish guest accommodations, and attentive service create a seamless experience from start to finish. Rich architectural details and a prime downtown Detroit location provide an unforgettable backdrop for events of every style.

• Spaces for 6-200 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Meeting Space

Rooted In Activism 2930 E Jefferson began its current chapter as a nexus for the cannabis legalization movement in 2010. After the successful campaign to legalize medical cannabis in 2008, activist attorney Matthew Abel purchased the building in Detroit's Rivertown District as a home for Cannabis Counsel® Law Firm, the oldest and first cannabis only law firm in the country. A Gathering Place For Change The building was a major meeting place for cannabis legalization petitions in 2012, 2016, and the successful 2018 Legalization initiative The building quickly became a space where activists, political leaders, and medical patients could come together, meet, and advocate for change. Continuing the Tradition The 29Thirty Event Center continues to be a place where MI's Cannabis Community can come together, advocate for change, network, and innovate in America's fastest growing industry With regular activities like lifted yoga, Game Night, Karaoke, Taste Budz Pop-Up Diner, and special monthly activities, 29Thirty continues to provide a one of a kind experience to everyone who comes to visit!

• Spaces for 350-800 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Basco is a Detroit-based owner-developer focused on constructing creative communities through adaptive-reuse of historic structures and ground-up development in mixed-use neighborhoods throughout Southeast Michigan. Founded in 2001, Basco began as a real estate investment and development company with a target of investing in walk-able districts in metro Detroit. The Company has since grown to be in the forefront of developing up-and-coming neighborhoods and business districts, with a keen respect for the past and a relentless effort in place-making.

• Spaces for 75-1,000 Guests
• 3 Event Spaces

Music fans and avid concert-goers might feel nostalgic of their youth when entering St. Andrew’s Hall, which has hosted thousands of musical performances over the years. Originally home to the Scottish Society of Detroit, this iconic music venue is located in Bricktown, close to the Detroit River and Greektown. Located less than a mile from Cobo Center, St. Andrew’s Hall can accommodate 25 to 1,000 guests. Our talented staff handles every detail of your event, so you don’t have to!

• Spaces for 50-400 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Hotel
• 3 Total Spaces

West Bay Beach, a Delamar Resort, located in downtown Traverse City MI, specializing in groups of up to 200 guests. Come experience a lake-side event in one of our fully renovated meeting and event spaces featuring; natural light, views of the bay, exceptional audio-visual, and outdoor lakeside venues.

• Spaces for 135-700 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Garden

The San Marino Club has operated as a banquet and event venue in Troy, Michigan since 1976, building on a heritage that dates to 1938 when Sammarinese immigrants founded the organization to foster community and cultural connection in the Detroit area. The facility's design draws inspiration from the castle-like architecture of Mont Titano in the Republic of San Marino, expressed through intricate woodwork, coffered ceilings, and a radiant skylit lobby. The main club accommodates events from 20 to 800 guests, with spaces suited to weddings, corporate gatherings, nonprofit events, and private celebrations. In-house catering — with an Italian culinary tradition — is provided exclusively, with packages tailored by event type and guest count. The Giardino, a companion event building on the property, extends the offering with outdoor garden courtyards, a fountain patio, and indoor-outdoor flexibility for groups of 25 to 135 guests.

• Spaces for 55-800 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 2 Ballrooms
• 3 Waterfront

Host your next event at Detroit's premier waterfront venue! The Roostertail has been an icon in Detroit's social scene since its opening in 1958, and has played host to some of the city's most magnificent and memorable parties. Offering three large event spaces, the Roostertail serves as a versatile and customizable venue space for your next event. With over 55 years of experience, the Roostertail will make your next event an unforgettable one! The Roostertail also offers two charming ceremony sites to keep all of your guests conveniently at one location. From the finest cuisine to the magnificent decor, the Roostertail, a premium Detroit wedding venue, offers an unparalleled experience to make your wedding celebration all that you hope for…. and more.

• Spaces for 20-200 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Historic Space
• 1 Meeting Space

Built in 1881, the Howell Opera House is a restored cultural landmark in downtown Howell, Michigan, operated by the Livingston Arts Council. For over a century it has served as a centerpiece of Livingston County, and today it offers a historic setting for weddings, private celebrations, corporate meetings, and performances. The Grand Room spans 3,400 square feet with exposed brick walls, warm track and pendant lighting, and a dedicated lobby for guest arrivals. It accommodates up to 200 guests for standing events or approximately 150 for seated receptions, and is equipped with an in-house sound system, projector and screen, and a bar area. Wedding rentals include photography access to the venue's historic spaces.

• Spaces for 75-200 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Waterfront

Cedar Lodge is a 150-acre property set on a private 12-acre lake in Lawrence, Michigan, operating year-round as an equestrian camp and private event rental site. Its grounds span forests, wetlands, and open fields, all bordering the fully private lake that anchors celebrations held here. The property offers two event spaces: a scenic lakefront area with room for tables and chairs, a fire pit, and a bandstand — with electricity access — and the Rustic Event Hall, a charming indoor dining space that seats up to 75 guests with lake views. Package options allow couples or groups to combine the lake, the hall, and overnight accommodations in off-the-grid camp cabins (housing up to 20 guests) or a private apartment suite with a full kitchen, laundry, and Wi-Fi. Alcohol is permitted on premises, and catering is available on request.

• Spaces for 150-200 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Country Club

Lake Forest Golf Club is a community golf course and event venue in Ann Arbor, Michigan, anchored by a historic turn-of-the-century clubhouse with cathedral ceilings and contemporary updates. The main Banquet Room seats up to 150 guests or accommodates 200 for strolling dinners, with large picture windows overlooking the golf course and a spacious dance floor — a combination the venue bills as one of Ann Arbor's most distinctive gathering spaces. Beyond the Banquet Room, a 4,500-square-foot outdoor deck with western sunset views and a 1,000-square-foot covered pergola (added in 2023) extend the event footprint and create a seamless indoor-outdoor flow. A dedicated wedding garden with café lighting serves as an outdoor ceremony site, and an exclusive bridal suite is available for wedding parties. In-house catering, a dedicated event planner, and a full service team support the range of celebrations the venue hosts — from weddings and rehearsal dinners to corporate outings, golf fundraisers, holiday parties, and milestone events of all kinds.

• Spaces for 300 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Hotel

Riverwalk Place Resort & Spa sits along the Cedar River in Gladwin, Michigan, bringing together hotel accommodations, a full-service spa, upscale dining, boutique shopping, and event venues under one destination. The resort has served as a gathering place for weddings, corporate retreats, birthday celebrations, bridal showers, and family gatherings, drawing guests who appreciate having lodging, dining, and wellness services in one location. The indoor event spaces total over 3,000 square feet and accommodate up to 300 guests. Audio/visual equipment and complimentary wireless internet are included, and catering is provided through the on-site Riverwalk Grill, which offers both buffet and plated dinner options. Outdoor tent and patio areas along the Cedar River expand options for ceremonies and cocktail receptions. The Oasis Salon & Spa and full-service hotel suites make Riverwalk Place a natural fit for multi-day celebrations — guests can arrive for pre-event spa treatments and stay overnight without leaving the property.

• Spaces for 8-392 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces
• 6 Museums
• 6 Total Spaces

The Kalamazoo Institute of Arts (KIA) is a community art museum and studio art school in downtown Kalamazoo, Michigan, with a permanent collection and rotating exhibitions that set a cultural backdrop for private events. The KIA hosts a range of gatherings — from corporate meetings and alumni dinners to wedding receptions — in spaces that open onto its galleries and sculpture areas. The Auditorium, a wood-paneled room with soaring ceilings and hardwood floors, accommodates up to 392 guests for standing receptions or 210 for seated dinners. The grand Lobby provides a naturally lit pre-reception space for up to 210 guests, while the School Commons — with floor-to-ceiling windows — suits smaller celebrations of up to 117. Additional meeting and event rooms on-site include the Multi-Purpose Classroom, Board Room, and Conference Room, each with access to KIA permanent collection art. Spaces can be combined for larger events during non-public hours. KIA membership at the Patron level is required to access facility rentals.

• Spaces for 50-300 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 5 Total Spaces

Woldumar Nature Center spans 180 acres of woodland, prairie, and riverfront along the Grand River outside Lansing, Michigan. Established in the mid-1960s on land donated by Gladys Marguerite Olds Anderson — daughter of automotive pioneer Ransom Eli Olds — the nonprofit preserve serves over 25,000 visitors annually through environmental education programs, summer camps, and community events. The grounds accommodate private events ranging from intimate gatherings to full-scale weddings and corporate retreats. The centerpiece rental space is the RE Olds Anderson Rotary Barn, a renovated early 20th-century dairy barn: the upper-level Hal and Jean Glassen Memorial Auditorium seats up to 150 guests and features twinkle lights, a bar area, and elevator access, while the ground-floor Farm Gathering Hall — opening through original barn doors onto a shaded patio — suits smaller groups of up to 70. Beyond the barn, the Walnut Glen Amphitheater offers a secluded wooded stage with bench seating for up to 147, and the Sunrise Pavilion provides a covered east-facing patio alongside open lawn for up to 100. Rentals include tables, chairs, on-site staff support, and a kitchenette; licensed catering and bartending are arranged independently by event organizers.

• Spaces for 40-150 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces
• 2 Restaurants
• 1 Meeting Space

The Elm Room is a private event space within The Bird & The Bread, a restaurant on Old S. Woodward in downtown Birmingham, Michigan. The 3,300-square-foot space accommodates up to 150 seated guests for weddings, corporate events, cocktail parties, and showers, and can be divided into two sections — the Bella Room (up to 100 guests) and the Enzo Room (up to 40 guests) — to suit gatherings of varying sizes. Each configuration includes a private bar, customizable lighting, and a full A/V package with projectors, 52-inch televisions, microphones, and dedicated speaker systems. A dance floor is available upon request, as is valet service, and the space includes coat check. Professional catering is provided by Executive Chef Adam Galloway's team, with customizable menus, wine packages, and full bar service. Outside décor, cakes, and sound systems are permitted.

• Spaces for 8-200 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces
• 1 Bar
• 1 Retail Space

The Rust Belt Market is a collective marketplace in Ferndale, Michigan, where 30 independent shops share a building with a dedicated event space and full-service bar. The main event space accommodates up to 170 seated guests for weddings, receptions, and private celebrations. Its industrial-rustic character comes through in string lights, branch chandeliers, red velvet seating, reclaimed wood walls, and a terrarium satellite bar that doubles as a cocktail focal point. The space arrives furnished: 14 wood farm tables, premium cross-back chairs with linen seat pads, a sweetheart table, and a built-in stage with audio equipment and projection capability. In-house bar packages handle spirits, beer, and wine service, while catering is drawn from a curated list of preferred vendors with a full prep kitchen on-site. The Green Room suite — a private lounge adjacent to the main floor — accommodates up to 8 guests and serves as a getting-ready space or quiet retreat ahead of the celebration. Ceremonies take place on-site at no added cost, with the stage serving as a natural focal point. The venue is ADA-accessible, climate-controlled, and WiFi-equipped.

• Spaces for 100-250 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Outdoor
• 3 Gardens

Goldner Walsh Garden & Home is a 12-acre garden and greenhouse venue on the rolling hills of Pontiac, Michigan. Founded in 1953, the campus has grown from a cut-flower greenhouse into a destination that pairs a working nursery, tropical greenhouse, and full-service floral studio with several distinct event spaces. The Venues at Goldner Walsh accommodate weddings, showers, corporate parties, and other private gatherings. The Cedar House hosts receptions and parties for up to 100 guests, while the Gardens & Amphitheater extends across nine acres of outdoor grounds for ceremonies and receptions of up to 200. The Celebration Space — a glass-ceilinged greenhouse room with lush foliage and earthy stonework — accommodates up to 200 guests for receptions, parties, and dances. An in-house floral design team is available on-site for custom event arrangements.

• Spaces for 45-400 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces
• 3 Outdoor Spaces
• 6 Total Spaces

The Highlands is a four-season resort in Harbor Springs, Michigan, owned and operated by Boyne Resorts for over 60 years. Recognized by Midwest Living as one of the best resorts in the Midwest, the property evokes an English countryside estate — offering a range of wedding and private event settings that span from a mountaintop A-Frame chapel with floor-to-ceiling views of Lake Michigan to the award-winning Country Club of Boyne, the spacious Day Lodge with hillside views, and the intimate candlelit Aonach Mor experience at the North Peak summit. The resort accommodates celebrations of all sizes, from gatherings of 45 at a secluded mountaintop venue to receptions of up to 400 guests in the Day Lodge. In-house catering packages, outdoor ceremony and reception options, and a dedicated events team support couples and groups through every step of the planning process. Guests celebrating at The Highlands have the full northern Michigan region at their doorstep, with Petoskey, Bay Harbor, Walloon Lake, and Charlevoix all within reach.

• Spaces for 12-300 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 4 Restaurants
• 4 Total Spaces

Grand Rapids Downtown Market is a LEED Gold certified gathering place in Grand Rapids, Michigan, that opened in 2013 and has since hosted more than 650 weddings, 2,000 public events, and 7 million visitors. Designed by Hugh A. Boyd Architects, the building brings together more than 20 local food merchants and restaurants under one roof — a culinary setting that serves equally well as a dedicated event venue. Four distinct spaces accommodate groups from boardroom meetings to cocktail receptions of 250: the plant-filled, glass-enclosed Greenhouse with daytime natural light and evening city views; the compact and botanically styled Garden Room; the industrially appointed Banquet Room with classic hardwood floors, floor-to-ceiling windows, and access to outdoor terraces; and the Streetside Room, which opens seasonally onto a patio overlooking Ionia Avenue. The Market's in-house events team coordinates all logistics — layout, catering, and day-of staffing — and manages more than 70 wedding celebrations annually alongside corporate gatherings, holiday parties, and social events of all sizes.