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  • The Balcony, an event space at Crowne Plaza Detroit Downtown Riverfront

    Crowne Plaza Detroit Downtown Riverfront

    Crowne Plaza Detroit Downtown Convention Center, 2 Washington Blvd, Detroit, MI 48226, USA
    • Spaces for 60-500 Guests
    • 1 Outdoor
    • 5 Hotels
    • 5 Total Spaces

    Fort Pontchartrain, a Wyndham Hotel, occupies historically significant ground at 2 Washington Boulevard in Detroit's Financial District — the site of the city's original French settlement and the location where Fort Detroit was established. The hotel opened in 1965, designed by King & Lewis with angular bay windows that frame views of the Detroit River and the city skyline from nearly every floor. Following major renovations, it operates today as a 367-room full-service hotel with Wyndham Green Certification for sustainable practices. The hotel's 32,000 square feet of event space spans 20 flexible configurations and accommodates gatherings from 10 to 700 guests. The Grand Terrace Ballroom anchors the lineup at 10,455 square feet, seating 400 for banquets and hosting up to 500 for cocktail receptions. The Windsor Ballroom, Plaza Ballroom, 25th-floor Summit Room, and open-air Balcony give planners a range of room sizes and settings. Three on-site restaurants — Urban Cellars, Tabacchi, and Top of the Pontch — support catering, and a dedicated meetings director oversees coordination from booking through execution.

  • Riverside Tent, an event space at The Inn At Harbor Shores

    The Inn At Harbor Shores

    800 Whitwam Dr, St Joseph, MI 49085, USA
    • Spaces for 18-300 Guests
    • 1 Outdoor
    • 4 Hotels
    • 4 Total Spaces

    The Inn at Harbor Shores is a AAA Four Diamond hotel and resort in St. Joseph, Michigan, set along the St. Joseph River harbor approximately 90 minutes from Chicago. The property's 92 luxury guest rooms with private balconies allow wedding and event guests to stay on site, eliminating the need to arrange accommodations elsewhere. For private events and weddings, The Inn offers more than 13,000 square feet of flexible function space built around waterfront views. The Harborview Ballroom seats up to 280 guests on the second floor with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the harbor, and connects directly to the adjacent Waterside Room for cocktail receptions or combined events. At the harbor's edge, the 3,200-square-foot Riverside Tent hosts outdoor celebrations for up to 200 guests with half-clear sides framing the water. The Marina View Boardroom provides an intimate 600-square-foot space for meetings and smaller gatherings with marina views. All catering and bar service is managed by The Inn's in-house culinary team, which customizes menus from plated dinners to brunch buffets. Event guests have access to two waterfront restaurants, a full-service spa, indoor and outdoor pools, and an on-site Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course.

  • The Pavilion, an event space at Grand Traverse Resort and Spa, Acme

    Grand Traverse Resort and Spa, Acme

    100 Grand Traverse Village Blvd, Williamsburg, MI 49690, USA
    • Spaces for 110-2,500 Guests
    • 2 Outdoor Spaces
    • 6 Hotels
    • 9 Total Spaces

    Grand Traverse Resort and Spa is a full-service resort in Acme, Michigan, six miles from downtown Traverse City, owned and operated by the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians. Operating since 1980, the resort has grown into a comprehensive event destination offering more than 86,500 square feet of meeting and event space across 20 indoor and outdoor venues, accommodating groups of 10 to 2,500 guests. The flagship event space, Governors' Hall, spans 19,320 square feet with 20-foot ceilings and a pillar-less design suited to large galas, conferences, and wedding receptions. The Michigan Ballroom seats 600 and adjoins a 2,300-square-foot prefunction area at the main lobby level. Outdoor and semi-outdoor options include The Pavilion, an 8,000-square-foot tented garden venue, and The Plaza, a semi-permanent tent overlooking The Bear championship golf course. Level 17, atop the resort tower, offers panoramic views of Grand Traverse Bay for rehearsal dinners and intimate celebrations. The Garvey Family Barn, a restored late-1800s barn, accommodates up to 130 for a seated dinner. On-site amenities include three championship golf courses, a full-service spa, and five dining venues. Cherry Capital Airport is 10 minutes away via resort shuttle.

  • Featured photo from Treetops Resort

    Treetops Resort

    3962 Wilkinson Rd, Gaylord, MI 49735, USA
    • Spaces for 150-400 Guests
    • 1 Outdoor
    • 2 Resorts
    • 1 Convention Center

    Treetops Resort is a year-round destination resort in Gaylord, Michigan, set across thousands of acres of northern Michigan forest and rolling terrain. The property encompasses five championship golf courses totaling 81 holes — designed by Robert Trent Jones, Rick Smith, and Tom Fazio — along with a full-service ski area, spa, and seven on-site restaurants, making it one of northern Michigan's most complete resort destinations. For events and weddings, Treetops offers more than 25,000 square feet of meeting and event space, with both indoor reception rooms and outdoor ceremony sites featuring hilltop and valley views. The Convention Center accommodates up to 400 guests for large-scale celebrations, while smaller venues in the Lodge and at Treetops North provide more intimate settings. On-site lodging — including The Lodge, the Inn, cottages, chalets, and condominiums — allows wedding guests and group travelers to stay on the property throughout the weekend. A dedicated events team handles planning and coordination, and the resort's culinary team provides in-house catering for all events.

  • Village Green, an event space at Troy Historic Village & Museum

    Troy Historic Village & Museum

    60 W Wattles Rd, Troy, MI 48098, USA
    • Spaces for 60-300 Guests
    • 1 Outdoor
    • 2 Historic Spaces
    • 3 Total Spaces

    Troy Historic Village is an outdoor museum and event venue in Troy, Michigan, comprising 11 historic buildings arranged around a gazebo and two-acre green space. The collection spans structures from the 1800s through the early 1900s — including an 1837 church, an 1826 historic home, a log cabin, schoolhouse, general store, print shop, and town hall — each preserved to reflect the settlement and growth of the surrounding region. Three rental spaces accommodate a range of private events. The Old Troy Church, featuring eight stained-glass windows, an original bell, and cushioned pews, seats up to 110 guests for ceremonies and gatherings. The two-acre Village Green, centered on a gazebo, hosts outdoor celebrations for up to 300 guests and can accommodate tents through an exclusive vendor. The Niles-Barnard House, a restored 1826 building, offers a flexible indoor setting with Wi-Fi, a warming kitchen, and ADA-compliant restrooms for groups of up to 60. On-site parking for 48 vehicles is available, with overflow on an adjacent street.

  • Sperry Wedding Tent, an event space at The Valley

    The Valley

    8040 Scio Church Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48103, USA
    • Spaces for 250-300 Guests
    • 1 Outdoor
    • 1 Farm
    • 1 Tent

    The Valley at Frutig Farms is a family-owned historic barn venue on the western edge of Ann Arbor, Michigan. The centerpiece is a gable-roof barn built circa 1875, carefully restored by the Frutig family, who purchased the surrounding property in 1999. The Valley hosts weddings, corporate gatherings, and charity events for up to 250 guests. Couples have access to the full property across the weekend — Friday starting at noon for decorating, rehearsing, and hosting a welcome party, Saturday for the wedding day, and Sunday for final pickups. Every booking includes a dedicated day-of coordinator, full setup and cleanup by the venue team, and bar service delivered and staged by a TIPS-certified staff. The barn complex offers several distinct areas for different moments of the day: the main barn, with its original wooden beams, for dancing and celebrations; an upper barn for bridal preparation and rehearsal dinners; a Sperry wedding tent for seated dining; and open-air ceremony grounds on the farm. Food is provided through a curated list of preferred caterers at various price points.

  • Outdoor Pavilion, an event space at Quail Ridge Golf Club

    Quail Ridge Golf Club

    8375 36th St SE, Ada, MI 49301, USA
    • Spaces for 225 Guests
    • 1 Outdoor
    • 1 Country Club
    • 1 Tent

    Quail Ridge Golf Club is a golf course and event venue set on 300 acres in Ada, Michigan, a short drive from Grand Rapids. The 18-hole championship layout winds through rolling terrain, mature trees, and ponds — surroundings that frame the club's event space on all sides. The centerpiece for private events is the Outdoor Pavilion, a clear-paneled tent structure accommodating up to 225 guests. The panels can be opened for an open-air atmosphere or left closed for a climate-appropriate setting. The pavilion connects to an outdoor patio with Italian bistro lighting and a built-in fireplace overlooking the fairways, and the space includes a fully stocked bar and on-site restrooms. In-house catering and event planning assistance are available, with packages that include tables, linens, and setup support. Quail Ridge hosts a wide range of gatherings, from weddings and receptions to graduation parties, corporate meetings, birthday celebrations, bridal showers, and awards ceremonies.

  • Ovation Yacht, an event space at Infinity And Ovation Yacht Charters

    Infinity And Ovation Yacht Charters

    400 Maple Park Blvd #404, St Clair Shores, MI 48081, USA
    • Spaces for 130-300 Guests
    • 2 Outdoor Spaces
    • 2 Boats
    • 2 Waterfront

    Infinity & Ovation Yacht Charters brings events aboard two custom-built luxury yachts cruising Lake St. Clair and the Detroit River from April through October. The fleet accommodates a wide range of group sizes: the 117-foot, bi-level Infinity holds up to 130 guests and features the Admiral's Salon with bamboo floors, a refined lounge and bar, and an extended open-air sundeck. The 138-foot, tri-level Ovation scales up to 300 guests with a full-length dining salon, two full-service bars, a private suite, and a top-deck dance floor with panoramic views of the downtown Detroit and Windsor skylines. Both yachts offer chef-crafted cuisine and cocktail service, with a dedicated crew in attendance throughout each event. Infinity & Ovation hosts weddings, corporate outings, fundraisers, and milestone celebrations, with dock access at Jefferson Beach Marina in St. Clair Shores and in Downtown Detroit.

  • Featured photo from Harbour View Inn

    Harbour View Inn

    6860 Main St, Mackinac Island, MI 49757, USA
    • Spaces for 20-50 Guests
    • 3 Outdoor Spaces
    • 1 Restaurant
    • 4 Total Spaces

    Harbour View Inn occupies a historic estate on the shoreline of Mackinac Island, Michigan, built around 1820 by Madame Magdelaine La Framboise — a prominent fur trader of French-Canadian and Odawa heritage who retired to the island after more than a decade in the trade. The property remained a private manor until 1995, when it became Harbour View Inn; the collection has since grown to four buildings, including the Lachance Cottage, a late-1880s structure with its own history as a private home and boarding house before joining in 2006. The inn's setting on car-free Mackinac Island — reached by ferry from Mackinaw City or St. Ignace — lends a quietude that defines the character of events here. For private celebrations, the property offers several distinct settings: the Front Veranda with harbor and Round Island Lighthouse views for ceremonies of up to 20 guests; the Front Lawn and Courtyard Fountain garden for gatherings of up to 40; and a private Dining Room and Patio suited to intimate receptions and rehearsal dinners. Overnight guests attending multi-day events also enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast and on-site bike rentals.

  • Tented Terrace, an event space at The Community House

    The Community House

    380 S Bates St, Birmingham, MI 48009, USA
    • Spaces for 200-230 Guests
    • 1 Outdoor
    • 1 Ballroom
    • 1 Tent

    The Community House has served Birmingham, Michigan as a gathering place since its founding in 1923, established by a small committee with the vision of a nonpartisan, non-sectarian, non-exclusive space welcoming all residents. Now operating under the mission of impacting lives through educational, cultural, and social experiences, the venue hosts tens of thousands of guests each year — from classes and community programs to weddings and private celebrations. The Mary Ann and Richard Wallace Ballroom seats up to 230 guests and features a built-in dance floor, three gas fireplaces, and an attached garden with a water feature, making it well-suited for seated dinners and receptions. The Tented Terrace accommodates up to 200 guests and provides an outdoor setting for ceremonies and cocktail hours. In-house culinary services are led by Executive Chef Ryan and Pastry Chef Meg, with menus ranging from hors d'oeuvres to specialty entrees.

  • The Barn, an event space at The Barn at Monterey Valley

    The Barn at Monterey Valley

    2756 28th St, Allegan, MI 49010, USA
    • Spaces for 200 Guests
    • 1 Outdoor
    • 1 Barn
    • 1 space at this venue

    The Barn at Monterey Valley is a family-owned event venue set on 80 private acres in Monterey Township, Michigan, halfway between Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo. The property is a former fruit farm that has been in the Dendel family for over 150 years, and its rolling hills and manicured grounds provide the backdrop for weddings and private celebrations held on weekends from late April through October. The venue accommodates up to 200 guests across both outdoor and indoor ceremony sites, with the indoor option available as a seamless weather contingency. Dedicated getting-ready spaces — the Pond House for the wedding party and a private Grooms Room — keep the event day organized from the start. Guests can explore the property's outdoor fireplace with fieldstone seating, a repurposed barrel outdoor bar, and a stocked catch-and-release fishing pond. Tables and chairs are included with every rental, along with a curated collection of décor — table numbers, signs, card boxes, cake stands, and chalkboards — available at no additional charge. On-site event coordinators assist with setup, rehearsal, day-of coordination, and cleanup throughout the planning process.

  • The Veranda, an event space at Oakhurst Golf and Country Club

    Oakhurst Golf and Country Club

    7000 Oakhurst Ln, Independence Charter Township, MI 48348, USA
    • Spaces for 225 Guests
    • 1 Outdoor
    • 1 Ballroom
    • 2 Total Spaces

    Established in 1998 near Clarkston, Michigan, Oakhurst blends refined amenities with a welcoming “Members-only” atmosphere designed for family enjoyment and elevated living. The scenic 18-hole championship golf course features undulating greens that appeal to players of every skill level. Social spaces within the clubhouse include fine and casual dining, a well-stocked wine room and lounge. Additional leisure offerings include tennis and pickleball courts, a junior Olympic pool and fitness centre—creating an ideal backdrop for both relaxed weekends and milestone celebrations.

  • Historic Lawn and Gardens, an event space at Grosse Pointe War Memorial

    Grosse Pointe War Memorial

    32 Lake Shore Dr, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236, USA
    • Spaces for 70-400 Guests
    • 1 Outdoor
    • 1 Ballroom
    • 4 Total Spaces

    The War Memorial is a nonprofit event venue and cultural institution set on the historic Alger Estate along Lake St. Clair in Grosse Pointe Farms, Michigan. Founded to honor those who served and to enrich its surrounding community, the organization marked its 75th anniversary in 2024 and welcomes approximately 100,000 visitors annually. For private events, the property offers a range of distinct spaces. The Fred M. Alger Center, which opened in 2022, houses a ballroom with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the lake, accommodating up to 250 guests, alongside a Community Room that extends celebrations by up to 200 more. The adjacent Historic Alger House — a preserved early-1900s family residence featuring hand-carved moldings, grand stone fireplaces, and French doors opening to the lakefront lawn — hosts intimate gatherings of up to 70 guests. The lakefront lawn and gardens, framed by Lake St. Clair, serves as a setting for ceremonies and open-air cocktail receptions of up to 400 guests. In-house catering and a full-service bar are available on site, led by Executive Chef Joe Paxton.

  • Outdoor Chapel, an event space at The Legacy Golf Club & Banquet Facility

    The Legacy Golf Club & Banquet Facility

    7677 New US 223, Ottawa Lake, MI 49267, USA
    • Spaces for 200-300 Guests
    • 1 Outdoor
    • 1 Ballroom
    • 2 Country Clubs

    The Legacy Golf Club & Banquet Facility sits on 200 rolling acres in Ottawa Lake, Michigan, anchored by an 18-hole championship course designed by architect Arthur Hills. Five lakes wind through the property, and the banquet spaces are positioned to take advantage of that setting — the indoor ballroom features floor-to-ceiling windows with panoramic views of the 18th green, while a newly constructed outdoor chapel offers a ceremony backdrop surrounded by the course grounds. The club accommodates indoor gatherings of up to 200 guests and outdoor events of more than 300. Full-service catering spans plated dinners, buffet spreads, passed hors d'oeuvres, and dessert tables, with customizable menus for weddings, corporate functions, showers, rehearsal dinners, fundraisers, and holiday parties. Setup and teardown are included, and the venue coordinates with vendor partners for DJ and dessert services. On-site event planning and day-of coordination are available for every booking.

  • Rustic Event Hall and Lawn Front, an event space at Cedar Lodge

    Cedar Lodge

    47000 52nd St, Lawrence, MI 49064, USA
    • Spaces for 75-200 Guests
    • 1 Outdoor
    • 1 Event Space
    • 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.

  • Lakeside Pavilion (Tented Receptions), an event space at Gull Lake Country Club

    Gull Lake Country Club

    9725 W Gull Lake Dr, Richland, MI 49083, USA
    • Spaces for 50-300 Guests
    • 1 Outdoor
    • 1 Bar
    • 5 Total Spaces

    Gull Lake Country Club is a private lakefront club in Richland, Michigan, with origins dating to 1910, when the site's founders acquired approximately 96 acres along the shore of Gull Lake to build an 18-hole golf course and establish a community around it. The club hosts weddings, receptions, rehearsal dinners, corporate meetings, golf outings, and casual social gatherings across five event spaces. The Lakeview Room accommodates up to 265 guests with panoramic views of Gull Lake and access to a private outdoor patio, making it the largest indoor venue on the property. Tented lakefront receptions scale to 300 guests, with a cocktail hour option at the Lakeside Pavilion directly on the water. Smaller events find a fitting home in the Boat Bar (up to 50 guests), the Quarterdeck (up to 50 guests), or The Grill, which overlooks the 18th green and suits golf outings and casual celebrations of up to 75. The club pairs its event spaces with in-house catering and professional event staff, offering upscale but casual service in a setting defined by Gull Lake's waterfront scenery.

  • Outdoor Ceremonies & Receptions, an event space at Ravines Golf Club

    Ravines Golf Club

    3520 Palmer Dr, Saugatuck, MI 49453, USA
    • Spaces for 155-200 Guests
    • 1 Outdoor
    • 1 Event Space
    • 2 Total Spaces

    Ravines Golf Club is an Arnold Palmer Signature Course set among the scenic woodlands of Saugatuck, Michigan, minutes from the shores of Lake Michigan. The property brings together an 18-hole championship course with a full suite of event facilities suited to weddings, rehearsal dinners, social gatherings, and corporate events for groups of up to 175 guests. The Cottage sits at the heart of the course — an elegant indoor banquet hall featuring high ceilings, picture windows, and French doors that frame views of the fairways and the surrounding Michigan pines and maple trees. For ceremonies and outdoor receptions, the grounds offer a natural setting of cultivated gardens and rolling lawn held within the course's mature tree line. All-inclusive reception packages include catering, beverage service, and a dedicated event coordinator, giving planners a clear framework to work from while still allowing room for personal touches.

  • Featured photo from Cooley Law School Stadium

    Cooley Law School Stadium

    505 E Michigan Ave, Lansing, MI 48912, USA
    • Spaces for 120-2,000 Guests
    • 1 Outdoor
    • 2 Event Spaces

    Jackson Field, located in downtown Lansing, Michigan, is a professional baseball stadium that has served as home to the Lansing Lugnuts since it opened in 1996. The 7,527-seat ballpark — known as Cooley Law School Stadium from 2010 to 2020 — sits between Larch and Cedar streets in the heart of the city and has hosted baseball, soccer, concerts, and outdoor movies over its history. For private events, Jackson Field offers dedicated event spaces ranging from the year-round banquet venue, The View, to the open-air Chevrolet Terrace, an outdoor picnic area on the right-field side. Full-service catering and package pricing are available, making the stadium a memorable setting for corporate meetings, holiday parties, and private social gatherings set against the backdrop of a working professional ballpark.

  • Featured photo from River Edge Bed and Breakfast & Gathering Place

    River Edge Bed and Breakfast & Gathering Place

    786 Flat River Dr SE, Lowell, MI 49331, USA
    • Spaces for 300 Guests

    River Edge Bed and Breakfast & Gathering Place is a 109-acre private property along nearly a mile of Flat River frontage in Lowell, Michigan. The grounds include mature spruce and pine forest, native prairie grasslands, and multiple scenic overlooks, along with a 1917 barn and outbuildings, a cedar-lined bridal dressing building, and an 1880s farmhouse that once served as the river's dam keeper's residence. The centerpiece for gatherings is a 40-by-100-foot open-air pavilion with cathedral-style windows overlooking the river, ceiling fans, twinkle lights, and commercial roll-down curtains for weather protection. Couples choose from three distinct outdoor ceremony sites: a wooded overlook with an elevated river vista, a terraced area with stone walls and grand-entrance field steps, and a waterside level area adjacent to the river's catwalk viewing area. The pavilion and all three ceremony sites accommodate up to 250 guests. River Edge hosts weddings, family reunions, corporate events, and retreats from late April through early November, on Fridays, Saturdays, and select weekdays. Licensed catering and an insured bartending service are required for all events; the 1880s farmhouse is available as a private add-on for the couple's wedding night.

  • Graham Chapel, an event space at Boyne Highlands Resort

    Boyne Highlands Resort

    600 Highland Rd, Harbor Springs, MI 49740, USA
    • Spaces for 45-400 Guests
    • 3 Outdoor Spaces
    • 6 Resorts
    • 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.