Top Valparaiso Venues

• Spaces for 50-325 Guests
• 6 Historic Spaces
• 6 Estates
• 6 Mansions

Meyer's Castle is a world class historic landmark set on a hill surrounded by beautiful manicured rolling gardens. The wonderful blend of polished elegance in a natural setting offers an exciting scenic departure from ordinary alternatives. Located only 35 minutes away from downtown Chicago, the estate's smallest room can host a minimum of 30 guests, while the largest ballroom can accommodate up to 325. ​ Our customized proposals are designed to reflect every client's taste, tailored specifically to their creative visions. At Meyer's Castle we are passionate about events, and look forward to making your celebration a success!

• Spaces for 200-400 Guests
• 3 Barns

With all inclusive wedding packages, the County Line Orchard is a great place to plan and host a wedding. The planning process will be stress free as the private events team will help coordinate all aspects of the evening, making it a special night. The events team will also be present on the day of the event to make sure your wedding is flawless. Both rustic and elegant, the barn offers a unique setting for a wedding or event. Hobart, Indiana is also less than an hour away from Chicago so there is a lot for your guests to do nearby. This venue is bound to exceed all your wedding expectations and more.

• Spaces for 100-1,200 Guests
• 4 Ballrooms
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 6 Total Spaces

Avalon Manor Banquet Center has served Northwest Indiana for more than 40 years, offering a 30,000-square-foot full-service facility in Merrillville. The property features five distinct event rooms with collapsible walls that can be opened to accommodate up to 900 guests, making it one of the largest banquet and meeting centers in the region. The Somerset Room seats up to 280 guests and is the facility's largest ballroom; the East Ballroom accommodates 250 and includes a second-floor bridal suite; and the Fountainview Room and Stratford Room each seat up to 100 guests for intimate gatherings or business events. Two outdoor gazebos set among ponds, fountains, and landscaped gardens provide ceremony space for up to 200 guests. An onsite kitchen and full bar service handle food and beverage in-house, and dedicated sales coordinators and lead servers support events from initial planning through the final hour.

• Spaces for 200-250 Guests
• 1 Event Space

The Uptown Center is an elegant event venue situated at 602 Looney Ave in the heart of Memphis, Tennessee. Since opening in 2021, the venue has hosted more than 150 events — from intimate gatherings to large-scale celebrations — bringing together elegance, comfort, and attentive service under one roof. The Main Hall accommodates up to 200 guests, making it well suited for weddings, milestone birthday celebrations, corporate meetings, and receptions of all sizes. Packages include tables and chairs, an on-site venue coordinator, and optional décor, with extended time blocks and enhanced services available for larger events. Conveniently located with on-site parking and audio-visual equipment on hand, The Uptown Center positions itself as a one-stop destination where every detail is managed with care.

• Spaces for 150 Guests

Pottawattomie Country Club is a full-service private country club in Michigan City, Indiana, serving members from the Chicago area, Northwest Indiana, and Southwest Michigan. The club centers on an 18-hole championship golf course complemented by a state-of-the-art driving range, resort-style pool, and pickleball courts, along with upscale dining and an active social calendar. The clubhouse offers elegant event spaces well suited to weddings, corporate gatherings, and private celebrations. Dining rooms look out over the golf course through floor-to-ceiling windows, and an outdoor patio provides an open-air option for cocktail receptions and social events. For weddings, Pottawattomie handles food preparation and selection, room setup, and on-site coordination, with couples responsible only for the cake, florals, photography, and entertainment. A dedicated wedding planner guides couples from initial inquiry through event day.

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

Signature Banquets is a family-owned wedding and event venue in Lowell, Indiana, offering a 9,000-square-foot facility with modern decor and beautifully maintained indoor and outdoor spaces. The venue accommodates up to 300 guests and is purpose-built for celebrations that call for both elegance and a personal touch. A defining feature of Signature Banquets is its one-event-per-day policy — every event has exclusive use of the full facility and the undivided attention of the team. In-house catering covers everything from customizable wedding packages to breakfast events, bridal showers, and cocktail receptions, all prepared with an emphasis on quality ingredients and presentation. Owner Johnny Kouimanis and his team handle coordination from the initial consultation through the day itself, including wedding planning support and hotel room block coordination. An outdoor patio and adjacent photo opportunities at the nearby Buckley Homestead round out the setting for couples and event hosts looking for a complete venue experience in Northwest Indiana.

• Spaces for 400 Guests

• Spaces for 12-225 Guests
• 2 Ballrooms
• 1 Event Space
• 4 Total Spaces

Briar Ridge Country Club is a private club in Schererville, Indiana, established in 1980 and set along a 27-hole championship golf course. The club's private events program accommodates up to 225 guests across a collection of distinct event spaces, each offering views of the golf course. The Main Ballroom hosts up to 150 guests with floor-to-ceiling windows and access to outdoor space for ceremonies or cocktail hours. The St. Andrews Ballroom serves more intimate gatherings of up to 70 guests, while The Hart Room — renovated in 2023 with hardwood floors, chandeliers, and skylights — accommodates up to 75. A dedicated bridal suite supports pre-ceremony preparation. The culinary team provides in-house catering with personalized menus, and the events staff assists with floor plan customization and day-of coordination. Non-members may host events at the club with member sponsorship.