Top Indiana Opening Party Venues
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Choosing your opening party venue will be one of the most important steps in the planning process. So much goes into finding the perfect venue in Indiana. You’ll want to consider everything from the aesthetics of the space to any in-house amenities and services. Luckily, PartySlate makes it easy with our Find Venues page. Use the filters to narrow your search — taking into account everything from your guest count to specific catering preferences. Once you’ve set your filters, scroll down to search our curated list. Look for the “featured” tag for PartySlate’s top recommendations. With PartySlate, finding your ideal Indiana venue has never been easier.
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County Line Orchard
200 S County Line Rd, Hobart, IN 46342, USA- 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.
Valle Vista Country Club
755 E Main St, Greenwood, IN 46143, USA- Spaces for 220-600 Guests
- 1 Outdoor
- 1 Event Space
- 1 Country Club
Valle Vista Golf Club & Conference Center sits on more than 100 acres of manicured grounds in Greenwood, Indiana, about 15 minutes south of downtown Indianapolis. The venue's Spanish-style clubhouse crowns a hillside above an 18-hole championship golf course, with rolling terrain, a waterfall, and Swan Lake woven throughout the property — a setting that gives both ceremonies and receptions an outdoor-photograph-ready backdrop year-round. Ceremonies take place at the Veranda on the Green, a covered and fully encloseable outdoor terrace with rustic chandeliers, tiled flooring, and side curtains that keep the space comfortable in any season. Reception ballrooms — including the Westview Ballroom, with its built-in hardwood dance floor and panoramic views of Swan Lake — accommodate groups from 60 to 600 guests. Catering is handled in-house by the venue's culinary team, with all-inclusive packages available.
Arts United Center
303 E Main St, Fort Wayne, IN 46802, USA- Spaces for 120-725 Guests
- 1 Ballroom
- 1 Landmark
- 5 Total Spaces
The Arts United Center is a landmark performing arts venue in Fort Wayne, Indiana, designed by renowned architect Louis Kahn and completed in 1973. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places with National Significance in 2024, the building is considered a rare architectural achievement — a jewel of modern design that has anchored Fort Wayne's arts campus for more than five decades. The venue offers a range of rentable spaces suited to celebrations, galas, corporate events, and performing arts productions. The intimate 635-to-725-seat main theatre features automated rigging, state-of-the-art lighting, sound, and A/V equipment, making it well suited for performances, wedding ceremonies, film screenings, and large presentations. The Jeanne Mirro Ballroom accommodates up to 250 guests with downtown views and historic architectural character, while the Historic Lobby — anchored by grand staircases — provides a dramatic setting for receptions and networking events. Two flexible studio spaces, each accommodating up to 150 guests, offer options for rehearsals, meetings, recitals, and smaller celebrations. The Arts United Center is home to the Fort Wayne Ballet and Fort Wayne Civic Theatre and serves as a gathering point for the broader community through performances, competitions, and civic events.
Wellfield Botanic Gardens
1011 N Main St, Elkhart, IN 46514, USA- Spaces for 25-500 Guests
- 7 Outdoor Spaces
- 1 Event Space
- 8 Total Spaces
Wellfield Botanic Gardens spans 36 acres of themed gardens and water features in Elkhart, Indiana, operating year-round as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and welcoming more than 38,000 guests annually. The grounds contain more than 24 distinct garden spaces — from a Japanese-inspired island and a 19th-century English Cottage Garden to a grand Woodland Pavilion and a glass-accented Waterfall Garden overlooking Christiana Creek — creating a setting that suits everything from intimate ceremonies to large concerts and corporate gatherings. For private events, the gardens offer eight rental spaces with capacities ranging from 20 to 500-plus guests. The outdoor Event Garden and Celebration Garden handle the largest crowds, while the fully enclosed Great Hall provides an indoor option with panoramic views over the pond, accommodating up to 300 guests in theater-style seating or 210 at tables. All rentals are location-only; clients source their own licensed vendors and equipment, with Burns Rent-Alls Special Events serving as the exclusive equipment partner.
The Armory South Bend
727 South Eddy Street, South Bend, IN 46615, USA- Spaces for 500 Guests
- 1 Ballroom
- 1 Historic Space
The Armory is a historic event venue located along the St. Joseph River in South Bend's market district. The building dates to 1928, when it served as a munitions storage facility and National Guard Armory with an attached shooting range. Later converted into the Newman Recreation Center, the space has since been transformed into a full-service event venue that preserves its original architectural character throughout. The renovation kept iron-barred doors from the weapons storage era, exposed timber trusses and vaulted ceilings, concrete walls reinforced with brick, and the original hardwood basketball floor — now the ballroom's dance floor. The bar was crafted from wood salvaged from the recreation center's bleachers. Period chandeliers hang alongside the restored structure, balancing the industrial bones with a warmer finish. The Armory accommodates up to 500 guests and includes a sophisticated ballroom, a full-service bar, a commercial kitchen, a bridal dressing suite, wireless internet, and on-site parking. The venue is accessible and operated by Navarre Hospitality Group, with an in-house culinary and events team available for weddings, corporate events, family reunions, and fundraisers.
Crown Haven Center
5282 County Rd W 250 S, Russiaville, IN 46979, USA- Spaces for 500 Guests
Crown Haven Center is north central Indiana’s premier equestrian, recreation, and event complex offering horse drawn carriage services, outdoor weddings, horseback riding, horse boarding, equestrian clinics, horseback riding lessons, Archery Tag, public pony rides, equestrian events, trail riding, pony birthday parties, off road military vehicle rides, horse transport services, and school field trips. We are conveniently located 5 miles to the southwest of Kokomo, Indiana, and just an hour north of Indianapolis, Indiana.
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Valparaiso, IN, USAOld Bethel
7995 E 21st St, Indianapolis, IN 46219, USA- Spaces for 600 Guests
- 1 Event Space
- 1 Historic Space
Old Bethel United Methodist Church has served the Indianapolis community since 1838, when the congregation first gathered in a log cabin on the city's east side. The current sanctuary stands just half a block from that original site, carrying nearly two centuries of history into its traditional architecture. The sanctuary accommodates more than 600 guests, making it one of the larger ceremony venues on the east side of Indianapolis. Traditional pews and candelabras set the atmosphere, while a beautiful ornate pipe organ and grand piano offer musical options for ceremonies. The church can provide professional musicians or welcome performers brought by the couple. Old Bethel is open to couples of all backgrounds — membership in the congregation is not required to marry here. Ample on-site parking is available, and the location is convenient to nearby reception venues and hotels.
Briar Ridge Country Club
123 Country Club Dr, Schererville, IN 46375, USA- 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.
Country Inn & Suites Indianapolis Airport South
5630 Flight School Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46221, USA- Spaces for 80 Guests
- 1 Hotel
- 1 Meeting Space
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Indianapolis Airport South is a 109-room hotel at 5630 Flight School Drive, minutes from Indianapolis International Airport. The property includes 42 suites alongside standard rooms, with amenities that include a complimentary airport shuttle, daily hot breakfast buffet, indoor pool, and fitness center. For private events, the hotel offers the Brickyard meeting room, which accommodates up to 80 guests for corporate meetings, receptions, and social gatherings. In-house catering is available, with options ranging from light refreshments to full buffet service. The property sits approximately eight miles from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and offers easy access to downtown Indianapolis via interstates 74 and 465.