Top Independence Township Venues

• Spaces for 240 Guests

• Spaces for 200 Guests

Bloomfield Open Hunt is a private club set on 40 acres in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. Founded in 1917 by fox hunting enthusiasts, the club received formal recognition from the Masters Foxhounds Association in 1920 — the same year it was assigned its distinctive plum and buff colors. It has operated continuously since, hosting the Detroit and Motor City Horse Shows annually from 1934 through 2000. The clubhouse is available for private dinners, special occasions, weddings, and charity events, offering settings that range from upscale to casual. The property's equestrian grounds include two indoor riding arenas, a 60-stall boarding barn, an outdoor arena, and looping trails. The club also maintains one of Oakland County's largest private racquet facilities and a seasonal heated outdoor pool.

• Spaces for 250 Guests

• Spaces for 200 Guests

• Spaces for 40-400 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 3 Country Clubs
• 3 Total Spaces

Glen Oaks Country Club & Banquet Center is housed in a historically renovated English-style stone clubhouse built in 1925, designated as one of Michigan's Historical Buildings. The facility sits on the grounds of Glen Oaks Golf Course in Farmington Hills, offering floor-to-ceiling windows that frame sweeping views of the rolling fairways. The event center offers multiple spaces suited to events of varying scale. The main event room accommodates up to 300 guests and features a built-in bar, dance floor, and coat room. A Club Room for up to 72 guests and a Meeting Room for up to 40 round out the interior options. A formal garden on the grounds provides an outdoor setting for ceremonies. Over 200 parking spaces are available adjacent to the building, including six accessible spaces.

• Spaces for 250 Guests

• Spaces for 250 Guests
• 1 Barn
• 1 Historic Space

The Big Red Barn at DAV Chapter 129 is a renovated 1800s-era barn in Shelby Township, Michigan, offering over 7,000 square feet of event space for up to 250 guests. Exposed wooden ceiling beams, a built-in stage, and a bar area give the hall its character, while a large kitchen provides catering teams the space they need to execute buffet or plated service. The barn accommodates a wide range of celebrations — weddings and receptions, retirement and graduation parties, seminars, and seasonal gatherings. Tables and chairs are provided, and special discounts are extended to veterans presenting proof of service. The hall is situated on Dequindre Road just north of Auburn Road, convenient to Rochester, Troy, and Sterling Heights.

• Spaces for 100-500 Guests
• 3 Hotels
• 3 Ballrooms

Detroit Marriott Troy is a full-service hotel located in Troy, Michigan, approximately 20 minutes north of Detroit in Oakland County. The property features 350 guest rooms and more than 16,000 square feet of event space, serving as a destination for weddings, galas, and corporate celebrations across the metropolitan Detroit area. Three signature wedding spaces accommodate gatherings of varying scale. The Peninsula Grand Ballroom offers 8,448 square feet of renovated, contemporary space for receptions of up to 450 guests. The Mediterranean Ballroom spans 3,840 square feet and seats up to 150 attendees. The Dennison Ballroom provides a more intimate setting at 1,909 square feet with capacity for up to 100 guests. On-site catering is led by an Executive Chef, and 200 West — the hotel's signature restaurant and lounge serving American cuisine — offers private dining rooms suited for rehearsal dinners and smaller events. Detroit Marriott Troy holds certification as a Michigan Green Lodging Facility.

• Spaces for 375 Guests

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

The Fenton Community & Cultural Center has served as a central gathering place for the Fenton, Michigan community since 1938. Founded through the Horace H. Rackham and Mary A. Rackham Fund, the facility was designed by Finnish-American architect Eliel Saarinen, whose modernist approach integrated cultural symbolism with materials and form. A 2015 addition brought updated restrooms and handicap-accessible entrances to the historic building. Five rental spaces accommodate gatherings of nearly every size. The Main Hall seats up to 185 guests for weddings, receptions, concerts, and corporate events, featuring high ceilings, wood floors, and large windows. The VanGilder Room upstairs holds up to 80 guests and offers views of the adjacent park, while the Recreation Room seats 70 with direct patio access. The Club Room accommodates 20 guests for board meetings and small group gatherings, and the Art Room fits up to 52.

• Spaces for 300 Guests

Hilton Garden Inn Detroit-Southfield is a full-service hotel and event venue located off I-696 in Southfield, Michigan, within 20 miles of downtown Detroit and close to landmarks including the Detroit Institute of Arts, LCA Arena, Ford Field, Comerica Park, and the riverfront. The property offers flexible event space accommodating up to 300 guests, suited for weddings, corporate events, mitzvahs, and family reunions. The onsite Garden Grille Restaurant and Bar provides both casual and fine dining options. Additional amenities include an indoor pool, fitness center, and complimentary WiFi.

• Spaces for 280 Guests

• Spaces for 300 Guests
• 1 Ballroom

The Washington Banquet Center is a banquet facility operated by the Washington Lions Club, a recognized non-profit service organization that has been active in northern Macomb County, Michigan since 1957. The main hall accommodates up to 300 guests at large round tables, with room for a banquet buffet and a hardwood dance floor suited for receptions and celebrations of all kinds. Exclusive catering is provided by Cass Catering, and the center supplies colored linen napkins, linen tablecloths, cloth skirting, china, and ice sculptures to complement any event. Professionally landscaped grounds include a covered outdoor brick paver patio, and a large gazebo adjacent to the patio is available for outdoor events and private parties.

• Spaces for 350 Guests

• Spaces for 80 Guests

Continental offers event spaces for your next celebration in Troy, Michigan.

• Spaces for 250 Guests

• Spaces for 320 Guests

• Spaces for 14-230 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Outdoor
• 4 Total Spaces

Walnut Creek Country Club is a private, family-oriented club in South Lyon, Michigan, built on grounds the club has called home since 1987. Its roots go back to 1955, when the original club was founded as Farmington Country Club; after relocating to the current Lyon Township property, the clubhouse was built in 1989 and the 27-hole Arthur Hills signature course was completed in 1995. The club offers golf, tennis, swimming, and dining for members and their guests. For private events and weddings, the clubhouse hosts groups from 14 to 320 across several spaces: the Banquet Ballroom seats up to 220 guests alongside a dance floor, or 320 without it, and can be configured for smaller functions. The lobby pre-function area and a covered outdoor patio each welcome up to 200 standing guests. A dedicated conference room seats 14 for smaller meetings. The Executive Chef develops customizable menus for each event, and the club's Banquet & Event Manager coordinates planning from the first inquiry through event day.

• Spaces for 200 Guests

Coyote Preserve Golf Club is a challenging, immaculately maintained Arnold Palmer Signature course in Fenton, Michigan. The club's comfortable clubhouse and extensive event menu make it a welcoming destination for private celebrations of all kinds. The venue hosts weddings, rehearsal dinners, holiday parties, bridal and baby showers, anniversary celebrations, and reunions. A variety of packages is available to fit different group sizes and budgets, all supported by a friendly and accommodating staff.