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  • Visitors Center Merry Olds Room, an event space at Woldumar Nature Center

    Woldumar Nature Center

    5739 Old Lansing Rd, Lansing, MI 48917, USA
    • Spaces for 50-300 Guests
    • 1 Event Space
    • 2 Outdoor Spaces
    • 5 Total Spaces

    Woldumar Nature Center spans 180 acres of woodland, prairie, and riverfront along the Grand River outside Lansing, Michigan. Established in the mid-1960s on land donated by Gladys Marguerite Olds Anderson — daughter of automotive pioneer Ransom Eli Olds — the nonprofit preserve serves over 25,000 visitors annually through environmental education programs, summer camps, and community events. The grounds accommodate private events ranging from intimate gatherings to full-scale weddings and corporate retreats. The centerpiece rental space is the RE Olds Anderson Rotary Barn, a renovated early 20th-century dairy barn: the upper-level Hal and Jean Glassen Memorial Auditorium seats up to 150 guests and features twinkle lights, a bar area, and elevator access, while the ground-floor Farm Gathering Hall — opening through original barn doors onto a shaded patio — suits smaller groups of up to 70. Beyond the barn, the Walnut Glen Amphitheater offers a secluded wooded stage with bench seating for up to 147, and the Sunrise Pavilion provides a covered east-facing patio alongside open lawn for up to 100. Rentals include tables, chairs, on-site staff support, and a kitchenette; licensed catering and bartending are arranged independently by event organizers.

  • Featured photo from Fieldstone Golf Club

    Fieldstone Golf Club

    1984 Taylor Rd, Auburn Hills, MI 48326, USA
    • Spaces for 200 Guests
    • 1 Event Space
    • 1 Venue with Activities

    Fieldstone Golf Club is a public golf course and banquet venue in Auburn Hills, Michigan, designed by renowned architect Arthur Hills. The course winds through diverse wetlands and gently rolling fairways lined with mature hardwoods, earning recognition among the top public courses in Metro Detroit. The club's event facilities accommodate up to 200 guests for weddings, corporate outings, charity tournaments, and private receptions. The banquet team offers both buffet-style and plated service with custom menus tailored to each event, a fully licensed bar, and sweeping views of the course. A dedicated hospitality staff guides event coordination from inquiry through event day. The Arrowhead Grille serves as the club's full-service restaurant and bar, available to guests on-site. Golf outings can be combined with the banquet center for all-inclusive event packages at the same location.

  • Parish Hall, an event space at The Catholic Community of St. John & Blessed Sacrament

    The Catholic Community of St. John & Blessed Sacrament

    404 Dayton St, Davison, MI 48423, USA
    • Spaces for 150-500 Guests
    • 3 Event Spaces
    • 1 Meeting Space

    The Catholic Community of St. John and Blessed Sacrament serves the greater Genesee County area from two campuses in Davison and Burton, Michigan, and offers four hall rental spaces for private celebrations and community gatherings. Spanning the St. John the Evangelist campus in Davison and the Blessed Sacrament Oratory campus in Burton, the venues collectively accommodate between 80 and 400 seated guests, making them well suited to everything from smaller receptions and milestone parties to large banquets. The Parish Hall and the Family Center's Large and Small Activity Rooms at the Davison campus each offer flexible seating configurations, with commercial kitchen access, portable bar service, and ice included. Outside caterers and vendors are welcome at all locations. St. Joseph Hall at the Burton campus provides a comparable full-service setting for up to 300 guests. A dedicated rentals team coordinates hall access and scheduling for both sites, and parishioner discounts are available.

  • Full Room, an event space at The Cadillac Room

    The Cadillac Room

    1115 S Washington Ave, Lansing, MI 48910, USA
    • Spaces for 40-240 Guests
    • 2 Event Spaces
    • 1 Bar
    • 2 Total Spaces

    The Cadillac Room is a 4,500-square-foot event venue in REO Town, just minutes from Downtown Lansing. Historical bowling alley floors, an open floor plan, and an industrial aesthetic give the space a character well suited for celebrations of all kinds — from live music performances to seated dinners and wedding receptions. The full venue accommodates up to 240 guests, with round tables and chairs, three chandeliers, and string lights included. An onsite A/V system, a rolling bar, coffee bar and lounge, and a catering kitchen with warmers and refrigerator are available across event packages. Three classroom-style spaces on-site make the venue a practical option for events that also need breakout or overflow areas.

  • Banquet Rooms, an event space at Riverwalk Place

    Riverwalk Place

    777 W Cedar Ave, Gladwin, MI 48624, USA
    • Spaces for 300 Guests
    • 1 Event Space
    • 1 Hotel

    Riverwalk Place Resort & Spa sits along the Cedar River in Gladwin, Michigan, bringing together hotel accommodations, a full-service spa, upscale dining, boutique shopping, and event venues under one destination. The resort has served as a gathering place for weddings, corporate retreats, birthday celebrations, bridal showers, and family gatherings, drawing guests who appreciate having lodging, dining, and wellness services in one location. The indoor event spaces total over 3,000 square feet and accommodate up to 300 guests. Audio/visual equipment and complimentary wireless internet are included, and catering is provided through the on-site Riverwalk Grill, which offers both buffet and plated dinner options. Outdoor tent and patio areas along the Cedar River expand options for ceremonies and cocktail receptions. The Oasis Salon & Spa and full-service hotel suites make Riverwalk Place a natural fit for multi-day celebrations — guests can arrive for pre-event spa treatments and stay overnight without leaving the property.

  • Featured photo from Lake Doster Golf Club

    Lake Doster Golf Club

    116 Country Club Blvd, Plainwell, MI 49080, USA
    • Spaces for 250 Guests
    • 1 Event Space
    • 1 Country Club

    Lake Doster Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Plainwell, Michigan, featuring well-maintained fairways, strategically placed bunkers, and rolling greens. The club's signature par-3 hole, known as "Little Monster," is among the course's standout challenges. The clubhouse accommodates up to 250 guests for weddings, banquets, and private events, with scenic views of the golf course throughout. Both indoor receptions and outdoor ceremonies are available on the grounds, supported by the club's in-house LD Bar and Grill. The events team works with each group to design custom menus, making the venue a flexible setting for celebrations, corporate outings, and social gatherings of all kinds.

  • Banquet Room, an event space at Brookshire Inn & Golf Club

    Brookshire Inn & Golf Club

    205 W Church St, Williamston, MI 48895, USA
    • Spaces for 200-300 Guests
    • 1 Event Space
    • 1 Country Club

    Brookshire Inn & Golf Club has welcomed wedding celebrations in Williamston, Michigan since 1986, offering a setting where ceremonies and receptions share the same address. The private banquet room — separate from the main restaurant and accessible through its own entrance — accommodates up to 200 guests indoors, with an expanded indoor/outdoor configuration available during warmer months that can host up to 300. White linen table coverings, colored napkin options, and a dance floor come standard; in-house catering handles all food and beverage service. Outdoor ceremonies take place among the club's flower gardens, where a wedding arch is available and the golf course grounds invite pre- and post-ceremony photography. The combination of a dedicated events space, on-site catering, and ceremony grounds makes Brookshire a single-location option for couples planning a full wedding day in the greater Lansing area.

  • Reception Gallery, an event space at Frauenthal Center

    Frauenthal Center

    425 W Western Ave, Muskegon, MI 49440, USA
    • Spaces for 100-1,722 Guests
    • 1 Event Space
    • 1 Bar
    • 5 Total Spaces

    The Frauenthal Center is a historic performing arts and event venue in downtown Muskegon, Michigan. Originally opened as the Michigan Theater in 1930, the building was constructed by entrepreneur Paul Shlossman and designed by architect C. Howard Crane at a cost of $690,000. Today the center operates as a nonprofit cultural institution hosting performances, weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations. Five distinct spaces accommodate a range of event sizes. The signature Frauenthal Theater seats 1,725 in a Spanish Renaissance interior with ornate original architecture and can host receptions on its stage for up to 150 standing guests. The Ballroom on the third floor of the Hilt Building holds up to 275 guests across two flexible rooms that can be rented individually or combined, with a dance floor available. The Reception Gallery is a newly renovated Art Deco-inspired space with a built-in bar and an open-air deck overlooking downtown, accommodating 275 seated or 300 standing. The Frau Lounge on the lower level seats 100 for cocktail hours, rehearsal dinners, and afterglows. The intimate Beardsley Theater holds 169 for presentations, ceremonies, film screenings, and performances. For all venues, the Frauenthal Center provides event setup, cleanup, supervision, full beverage service, and access to a list of approved local caterers.

  • Banquet Center, an event space at Brentwood Golf Club & Banquet Center

    Brentwood Golf Club & Banquet Center

    2450 Havenwood Dr, White Lake, MI 48383, USA
    • Spaces for 200-250 Guests
    • 1 Event Space
    • 1 Country Club

    Brentwood Golf Club & Banquet Center has welcomed events since 1995, set on a golf course in White Lake, Michigan, nestled between the lakes of Oakland County. The banquet center accommodates up to 200 guests and features floor-to-ceiling windows, a large bridal suite, and a brick-paved patio with views over the fairways. An outdoor pergola overlooking the north fountain serves as a dedicated ceremony site — a fitting backdrop for an exchange of vows or group photos amid the greens. The venue hosts weddings, showers, birthday and anniversary celebrations, retirement parties, golf outings, and corporate events. Customizable menu packages — including buffet-style dinners, plated meals, hors d'oeuvres, beverage service, and dessert and late-night snack options — are available for each event.

  • 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
    • 2 Event Spaces
    • 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.

  • Featured photo from Grosse Pointe War Memorial

    Grosse Pointe War Memorial

    32 Lake Shore Dr, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236, USA
    • Spaces for 70-400 Guests
    • 1 Event Space
    • 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.

  • Main Dining Room, an event space at TPC Michigan

    TPC Michigan

    1 Nicklaus Dr, Dearborn, MI 48120, USA
    • Spaces for 12-130 Guests
    • 2 Event Spaces
    • 1 Ballroom
    • 2 Total Spaces

    Located in Dearborn, Michigan, TPC Michigan is a premier private golf and social club designed by Jack Nicklaus and recognized as one of the region’s top championship courses. The property’s natural wetlands and rolling fairways create a stunning backdrop for recreation and events alike. The clubhouse features refined dining rooms, elegant banquet facilities, and panoramic views of the course. With a welcoming atmosphere and exceptional service, TPC Michigan offers the perfect blend of golf excellence, community, and elevated celebration.

  • Clubhouse, an event space at The Italian American Banquet and Conference Center of Livonia

    The Italian American Banquet and Conference Center of Livonia

    39200 Five Mile Road, Livonia, MI 48154, USA
    • Spaces for 140-450 Guests
    • 1 Event Space
    • 3 Ballrooms
    • 1 Venue with Activities

    The Italian American Banquet and Conference Center of Livonia is a dedicated event venue on Five Mile Road in Livonia, Michigan, hosting weddings, corporate meetings, proms, class reunions, celebrations of life, holiday gatherings, and sports banquets. Following a one million dollar renovation, the center pairs traditional Italian-American character with contemporary finishes — floor-to-ceiling windows, marble dance floors, and crystal chandeliers throughout its spaces. Four event spaces accommodate groups of varied sizes: the Da Vinci Room (up to 140 guests), the Michelangelo Room (up to 250), the Grand Ballroom (up to 350), and the lower-level Clubhouse (up to 170), which adds indoor and outdoor bocce courts to its offerings. A private Bridal Suite with a three-sided mirror platform and makeup counter is available for wedding parties. All food is prepared from scratch in the venue's on-site kitchen, and dining packages include china, flatware, glassware, linens, and banquet chairs.

  • 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 Event Space
    • 1 Outdoor
    • 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.

  • The Cottage, an event space at Ravines Golf Club

    Ravines Golf Club

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

  • Blackmer Lodge, an event space at Caberfae Peaks Ski & Golf Resort

    Caberfae Peaks Ski & Golf Resort

    1 Caberfae Ln, Cadillac, MI 49601, USA
    • Spaces for 100-500 Guests
    • 1 Event Space
    • 1 Restaurant
    • 2 Total Spaces

    Caberfae Peaks Ski & Golf Resort is a Northern Michigan resort near Cadillac, nestled within a national forest. Its ski lodge anchors the event offerings — a two-story stone fireplace and exposed timber construction give the property a natural, rustic character well suited to weddings and private celebrations. The resort can accommodate an entire wedding weekend in one place: ceremonies, receptions, rehearsal dinners, and gift-opening brunches, with 39 guest rooms in the on-site Mackenzie Lodge and a 9-hole golf course available for guests to enjoy. Two ceremony options — an indoor site and a beautifully landscaped outdoor site — ensure celebrations remain uninterrupted regardless of weather. The Blackmer Lodge hosts receptions for up to 200 guests, while Beatie's Bar & Grill in the Mackenzie Lodge seats up to 100 for rehearsal dinners and smaller gatherings.

  • 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
    • 2 Event Spaces
    • 1 Outdoor

    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.

  • Day Lodge, an event space at Boyne Highlands Resort

    Boyne Highlands Resort

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

  • Regency Room, an event space at The Townsend Hotel

    The Townsend Hotel

    100 Townsend St, Birmingham, MI 48009, USA
    • Spaces for 16-500 Guests
    • 2 Event Spaces
    • 7 Hotels
    • 7 Total Spaces

    The Townsend Hotel is a AAA Four-Diamond and Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star boutique hotel in downtown Birmingham, Michigan, opened in 1988. Set in the heart of Metro Detroit's most walkable shopping and dining district, the hotel has earned a reputation as a destination for both discerning travelers and event planners seeking a full-service luxury property. The hotel's event facilities accommodate groups from 5 to 500 guests across a range of distinct spaces: the 5,000-square-foot Townsend Ballroom, the 2,700-square-foot Regency Room with an optional dance floor, and a suite of individual Salons that can be used independently or combined for larger programs. Every event space is equipped with state-of-the-art audio/visual technology — including built-in lighting, staging, and multimedia capabilities — alongside dedicated bandwidth and on-site technicians. Gourmet and Kosher catering menus are available through the hotel's culinary team. On-site dining at The Rugby Grille, a Forbes-recommended restaurant, rounds out the offering for rehearsal dinners, post-event gatherings, or seated luncheons.