Top Sterling Heights Venues

• Spaces for 75-400 Guests
• 2 Ballrooms
• 3 Country Clubs

Wabeek Country Club occupies 150 private acres in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, centered on a championship golf course designed by Jack Nicklaus and Pete Dye. Rolling terrain, elevated greens, water hazards on the back nine, and views extending to Haines Lake define the property — and that same landscape carries into the club's event spaces. The banquet facilities host events year-round, accommodating groups from an intimate dinner of 75 up to a full celebration of 400 guests. Three configurable spaces — the full ballroom, partial ballroom, and dining room — serve weddings, corporate events, bar and bat mitzvahs, birthdays, and ceremonies. An on-site event coordinator supports planning from booking through event day, and the club's in-house catering team offers cocktail receptions, hors d'oeuvres, buffet and plated dinners, and desserts. Event bookings require member sponsorship.

• Spaces for 100-250 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Event Space
• 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 250-300 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Country Club

Greystone Golf Club & Banquet Center occupies the rolling hills of northern Macomb County in Washington, Michigan, where the course's signature holes wrap around a 35-acre lake — the same lake that frames the venue's outdoor ceremony space. The setting gives weddings and private events a backdrop that shifts from the lush fairways to a waterfront pergola to the warmth of the clubhouse reception hall. The banquet center accommodates up to 250 seated guests for weddings, corporate events, luncheons, fundraisers, memorial services, and private celebrations. Event Director Amber Valentine oversees planning for gatherings of all sizes, from intimate 40-person affairs to full-capacity receptions, offering day-of coordination alongside each package. All event packages include uplighting, white or ivory table linens, charger plates, a bartender, cake cutting service, gift card box, and room rental — a comprehensive baseline that lets couples and planners direct their attention toward the experience rather than the logistics.

• Spaces for 70-400 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Outdoor
• 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.

• Spaces for 80-175 Guests
• 1 Historic Space
• 1 Art Gallery
• 1 Garden

The Scarab Club is a historic arts organization and event venue in Detroit's Cultural Center, founded in 1907 by artists and art patrons. Its current clubhouse, designed by member architect Lancelot Sukert and opened in 1928, is an Art Deco building that has served as a gathering place for Detroit's creative community for nearly a century. The second-floor Lounge is one of the building's defining features: its ceiling beams carry the signatures of distinguished visiting artists spanning more than 115 years, including Diego Rivera and Margaret Bourke-White. Gallery spaces host rotating exhibitions that change every four to six weeks, and a private walled garden adds an outdoor setting for receptions and gatherings. The Scarab Club accommodates up to 125 guests for standing receptions and 80 to 85 for seated events. The venue hosts weddings, corporate events, film premieres, graduation parties, holiday parties, and memorial services, with an in-house preferred caterer available for dinner service and basic AV setup provided by staff.

The perfect location for your upcoming event or wedding ceremony and reception is Knollwood Country Club. Our Clubhouse can hold gatherings for 10 to 350 guests and has stunning views of our golf course. The Great Hall, The East Porch, The Ballroom, The Grille Room, and the Outdoor Sundeck are just a few of our special settings. Service is something we take great pride in, and we focus on weddings and mitzvahs. Depending on the style and price range, we can design a menu or bundle. Your personal planner will work closely with you during every stage of planning to ensure that your special day is everything you could have dreamed it would be. The end result will be an occasion that surpasses your dreams. You and your guests will receive exceptional service and fine meals from our event crew. Visit Knollwood Country Club to see what makes a private club unique. Every aspect of any event, including weddings, mitzvahs, showers, birthday parties, and corporate retreats, will be planned in accordance with the unique requirements of the guests. Our inventive menus are offered by our skilled culinary team, and we are also pleased to customize them for dishes that will far beyond your expectations.

• Spaces for 600 Guests

Michigan Science Center (Mi-Sci) is a 164,000-square-foot Smithsonian Affiliate science museum in Detroit's Midtown cultural district. Its galleries, theaters, and programming spaces host everything from intimate gatherings of 10 to large-scale events for up to 2,000 guests, with a team of event professionals and scientists on site to support the occasion. Six distinct rental spaces are available. The IMAX Dome Theatre and the Dassault Systèmes Planetarium anchor the venue's most dramatic settings — the Planetarium in particular is designed for ceremonies, offering an immersive star-field overhead. The Chrysler Science Stage, Toyota 4D Engineering Theater, Lunar Dining & Space Gallery, and Atrium round out the options, each configurable for receptions, dinners, corporate presentations, and team-building. Preferred catering partners serve all spaces, and events can be paired with live science demonstrations and access to the museum's 220-plus interactive exhibits.

The Wright is the excellent location for any event, whether you're looking for the ideal wedding venue or a conference room rental for your upcoming business meeting. Discover the rental costs and available venue spaces right now. Celebrate your milestone beneath the imposing, famous Ford Freedom Rotunda dome. It is a Detroit architectural icon and one of the most sought-after event locations in the city. The magnificent General Motors Theater rental space is perfect for large gatherings because it offers capacity for 317 visitors, making it ideal for lectures or concerts. The Trustees' Boardroom is ideal for business events of any size, and it is furnished with cozy rolling seats and a substantial meeting table that will leave an impression on your guests. Looking for a place to have your reception, business meeting, wedding, or lecture that has some flair and plenty of room? View the Community Gallery. Having trouble finding a good caterer, photographer, or other event staff member? Download our preferred vendor list now.

• Spaces for 130-905 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 2 Museums
• 2 Historic Spaces

The Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit (MOCAD) occupies a 22,000-square-foot historic auto dealership on Woodward Avenue in Detroit's Midtown neighborhood, originally designed by architect Albert Kahn in 1907. Reimagined by architect Andrew Zago, the building preserves its industrial character through open, layered gallery interiors where contemporary art and private gatherings share the same dynamic space. For private events, MOCAD offers two distinct rental options. The MOCAD Café seats up to 130 guests and accommodates 250 standing, with a setting defined by raw and painted brick, warm light wood, contemporary furnishings, and a dramatic floor-to-ceiling glass door. The full museum rental accommodates up to 905 guests, placing celebrations against a backdrop of rotating contemporary art exhibitions spanning the entire building. Events ranging from weddings and corporate product launches to automotive reveals and nonprofit receptions are supported by in-house A/V services, valet parking, coat check, and alcohol service. MOCAD extends discounted staffing and usage rates to fellow nonprofit organizations.

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

The Whitney occupies the David Whitney Jr. House, a landmark mansion completed in 1894 on Woodward Avenue in Detroit. Built for one of Michigan's wealthiest men of his era — a lumber baron whose operations spanned multiple states — the estate now operates as both a fine dining restaurant and a full-service event venue, carrying forward the character of its Gilded Age origins. The mansion's interior encompasses multiple distinctly decorated dining rooms, accommodating private gatherings from 10 to 350 guests. Three distinct areas define the property: The Restaurant, which hosts dinners and private functions within the historic rooms; The GhostbaR on the third floor, a bar space with walk-in access; and The Gardens, a seasonal outdoor oasis with patios and deck space suited for cocktail receptions and warm-weather celebrations. Private events are supported by a dedicated Events team offering customizable catering menus, complete A/V capabilities for presentations, and professional staffing throughout.

• Spaces for 750 Guests

Bert's Entertainment Complex is a 24,000-square-foot destination in Detroit's Historic Eastern Market, operating for over 30 years as a family-owned business founded by Bert Dearing Jr. The complex brings together a restaurant, bar, jazz café, and warehouse theatre under one roof — functioning as part dining destination, part cultural institution. Two hallway-length murals by artist Curtis Lewis trace the arc of Black history in Detroit, featuring civil rights figures alongside entertainment and sports legends. Memorabilia and historical artifacts throughout the building reflect the founder's deep roots in Detroit's historic Black Bottom neighborhood. Bert's Marketplace, the dining anchor, is known for slow-smoked barbecue ribs, fried chicken, catfish, and mac and cheese. Bert's Warehouse Theater is available for private rental and accommodates a wide range of gatherings — family reunions, birthday parties, repasses, wedding receptions, concerts, and comedy shows among them. Live jazz, blues, and R&B performances run throughout the week, featuring local and international artists.

• Spaces for 500 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Estate
• 1 Waterfront

Addison Oaks Buhl Estate is an English Tudor-style manor home with more than 100 years of history, set among dramatic willows, formal flower gardens, and spring-fed ponds on 750 acres of woodlands and lakes in Leonard, Michigan. The estate is well suited to weddings, receptions, banquets, and social gatherings of varying sizes. The banquet room opens to an outdoor deck and accommodates up to 500 guests for cocktail-hour and reception formats. A garden room with a stone fireplace offers a more intimate setting for smaller gatherings, and a dedicated outdoor wedding garden provides a natural backdrop for ceremonies. Managed by Oak Management — which has provided event and catering services since 1974 — the estate offers twelve specialized catering menus covering wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, bridal showers, and more.

• Spaces for 75-300 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 2 Bars
• 2 Historic Spaces

Cliff Bell's is a restored art deco jazz club at 2030 Park Ave in Detroit, Michigan. Described by The New York Times as "the place to be in Detroit," the venue pairs live jazz with food and drinks in an atmosphere the Times likened to "a Fred Astaire film." For private events, Cliff Bell's offers more than 3,000 square feet of flexible space. The dining room and bar area can be configured for a plated dinner, strolling reception, large show, party, seminar, or meeting. Plated dinners seat up to 150 guests; cocktail receptions and strolling dinners accommodate up to 250. In-house catering provides customizable menu and bar packages. The stage doubles as a dance floor and is stocked with a Steinway Grand Piano, Hammond B3 Organ, Yamaha drum kit, and Fender Rhodes, along with a full PA system and AV setup including a projector, drop screen, and wireless microphones. Cliff Bell's hosts corporate events, weddings, rehearsal dinners, brunches, happy hours, and memorial services.

Rock your occasion at Sound Board, a premier theater unmatched by any other location in Michigan. You can construct your high-performance experience quickly and easily with turnkey sound, video, and lighting packages. The MotorCity Casino Hotel, the most cutting-edge entertainment destination in the area and the jewel in the crown of the Detroit skyline, provides opulent hotel accommodations, spa services, casual cuisine, live entertainment, and top-tier gaming. Our 67,500 square feet of exquisite and impressive meeting and event space gives you countless alternatives to design the occasion you want. We have what you're searching for if you're seeking for adaptable and distinctive. You can choose from a variety of spaces to customize your event, including ballrooms, boardrooms, a big theater, and rooms with a view. Make your wedding as lavish as possible! Our theater features cutting-edge sound, lighting, and video technology that can be adjusted to fit your preferences. A 50-foot stage, ideal for the wedding couple's spectacular entrance. Groups of 100 to 350 people can use the Sound Board!

• Spaces for 225 Guests

Atwater Brewery's Detroit Tap Room has been crafting beer in Detroit's Rivertown neighborhood since 1997, built on a founding philosophy that hard work deserves a quality beer. The brewery has grown alongside the city's revitalization, becoming a gathering place for locals and visitors drawn to its deeply Detroit identity. The taproom hosts private events and welcomes groups looking for a distinctive setting steeped in Detroit's craft beer culture. A dedicated events team is available daily to assist with planning, and the full Atwater lineup — including favorites like Dirty Blonde and Vanilla Java Porter — is available for private events and celebrations.

• Spaces for 400 Guests

The Dossin Great Lakes Museum occupies a 16,000-square-foot building on Belle Isle in Detroit, dedicated to more than 300 years of Great Lakes maritime history and Detroit's role in regional and national shipping. The museum opened on Belle Isle in July 1960, made possible by funding from the Dossin family, and underwent extensive renovations before reopening in 2013. Permanent exhibits include the restored pilot house of the S.S. William Clay Ford, where visitors can stand at the helm of a historic Great Lakes freighter; a restored smoking lounge from the S.S. City of Detroit III, now known as the Gothic Room; the bow anchor of the Edmund Fitzgerald; and the Miss Pepsi championship hydroplane from the 1950s. For private events, the museum offers several distinct spaces. DeRoy Hall is a waterfront room overlooking the Detroit River, used for lectures, exhibits, and weddings since its dedication in 1968. The Gothic Room provides an intimate historic setting, and outdoor options include the Grand Lawn and the Aaron and Helen L. DeRoy Patio, a waterfront addition completed in 2020.

• Spaces for 10-500 Guests
• 7 Hotels
• 7 Meeting Spaces

The Atheneum Suite Hotel sits in Greektown, the heart of downtown Detroit, a short walk from Comerica Park, Ford Field, and the city's convention center. The all-suite property features 173 accommodations designed with Greek-inspired décor — marble bathrooms, skyline views, and details that carry through into the hotel's private event spaces. Seven named event rooms, each bearing a name from classical antiquity, accommodate groups ranging from 10 to 150 guests. The Hermes Room, at 1,800 square feet, is the largest and handles receptions of up to 150. Smaller rooms such as the Aristoteles, Socrates, and Plato spaces suit intimate meetings and boardroom sessions. All rooms support multiple setup configurations — banquet, theater, classroom, U-shape, and conference — allowing the same spaces to shift between wedding receptions, corporate events, and holiday gatherings. An onsite catering team and state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment round out the event offerings.

• Spaces for 220 Guests

King's Court Castle at Canterbury Village is a castle-style event venue in Lake Orion, Michigan, set within the historic Canterbury Village property. The building's architecture — crafted stonework and classic castle design — reflects the character of its landmark surroundings. Events are hosted across multiple spaces: a reception ballroom within the castle and a wedding chapel converted from a late-1890s barn. The chapel and ballroom together make the property a natural choice for ceremonies and receptions in one location. For more informal gatherings, the property also includes The Clansman Pub — a cedar-and-stone pub with 20 craft beers on tap and an outdoor patio.

The 7,200 square foot Beacon, which is on the second floor of the One Woodward Building, has seating for 350 people. This adaptable area can quickly change to accommodate a range of events thanks to its built-in stage and adjustable lighting system. Corporate events, parties, conferences, weddings, bar and bat mitzvahs, and other gatherings frequently take place there. The incredible floor-to-ceiling windows of the Beacon naturally entice visitors because they offer unrivaled views of the Detroit River, the Windsor skyline, and Spirit and Hart Plazas. Bedrock is a full-service commercial real estate company with headquarters in downtown Detroit that focuses on the deliberate growth of metropolitan centers. Bedrock is the largest real estate partner in downtown Detroit with a portfolio of more than 100 properties totalling more than 19 million square feet. It is also well-known in Cleveland. Please let us know how we can assist you in locating the ideal space for your event.