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  Washtenaw Golf Club - A Polo Fields Property

  2955 Packard St, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, USA

  • Spaces for 200-225 Guests
  • 1 Ballroom
  • 1 Country Club

  Established in 1899, Washtenaw Golf Club is the third oldest golf course in Michigan — a historic country club situated in Ypsilanti, just minutes from Ann Arbor. The 18-hole, par 72 course winds through narrow tree-lined fairways and well-guarded, fast-rolling greens, providing a naturally scenic setting for both golf and private events. The clubhouse ballroom offers abundant natural lighting and accommodates up to 200 guests for weddings, receptions, corporate gatherings, anniversaries, and social celebrations. Full-service catering and customizable layouts support events ranging from intimate lunches to large evening receptions. Outdoor ceremonies are held beside a charming gazebo surrounded by mature trees, weeping willows, decorative bridges, and water features — all set against the picturesque backdrop of the historic golf course grounds.

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  Management Education Center

  811 W Square Lake Rd, Troy, MI 48098, USA

  • Spaces for 72-385 Guests
  • 3 Theaters
  • 1 Event Space
  • 3 Meeting Spaces

  The Management Education Center (MEC) is a full-service conference center on 25-plus acres in Troy, Michigan, roughly 20 miles north of Detroit. Dedicated in 1975 through the generosity of Southeast Michigan's major automotive and industrial leaders — including Chrysler, General Motors, and Ford Motor Company — the center was donated to Michigan State University's Eli Broad College of Business and has served the regional business community ever since. The facility offers more than 25,000 square feet of flexible indoor and outdoor event space across a range of settings: a 385-seat auditorium with theater-style fixed seating and a private projection booth, two tiered amphitheaters accommodating up to 100 guests each, formal dining rooms for up to 304 guests that can be subdivided into three separate sections, and an outdoor North Patio suited to receptions and vehicle displays. On-site culinary services, integrated audio-visual technology at every seat, and complimentary high-speed internet throughout the building make the MEC a well-equipped host for conferences, trade shows, banquets, and private social events.

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  Woldumar Nature Center

  5739 Old Lansing Rd, Lansing, MI 48917, USA

  • Spaces for 50-300 Guests
  • 2 Outdoor Spaces
  • 1 Theater
  • 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.

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  Andersen Enrichment Center

  120 Ezra Rust Dr, Saginaw, MI 48601, USA

  • Spaces for 400 Guests

  The Andersen Enrichment Center is an award-winning banquet and meeting venue situated in Saginaw, Michigan's historic park district, adjacent to the Lucille Andersen Rose Garden and Lake Linton along the Saginaw River. The center hosts meetings, weddings, receptions, ceremonies, and social events for up to 150 guests. The venue's centerpiece is the Garden Room, which opens through a wall of French doors to panoramic views of the rose and perennial garden — a setting well suited to wedding celebrations and formal dinners alike. Additional meeting and event space is available in the Hall of Fame Room and Board Room, giving planners a range of sizes to choose from. Complimentary wireless internet is included for all events, and clients have full flexibility to provide their own food and refreshments or engage a caterer of their choosing.

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  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.

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  The Captain's Club at Woodfield

  10200 Woodfield Dr, Grand Blanc, MI 48439, USA

  • Spaces for 250-300 Guests
  • 1 Ballroom
  • 1 Country Club

  The Captain's Club Golf & Event Center is a public golf and event facility in Grand Blanc, Michigan, built around an 18-hole championship course designed by Raymond Floyd. The venue draws guests from across Genesee County for weddings, banquets, corporate meetings, and social gatherings, accommodating groups ranging from intimate parties to celebrations of 250 guests. The Grand Ballroom is the primary reception space, featuring large windows that frame views of the driving range and a mahogany staircase. Multiple outdoor ceremony settings are available on the same grounds — including a Rooftop Terrace, Gazebo, and Outdoor Patio — keeping ceremony and reception in one location. A dedicated Bridal Suite is on hand for the wedding party. STIX Restaurant and a professional events team round out the on-site offering.

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  Zingerman's Cornman Farms

  8540 Island Lake Rd, Dexter, MI 48130, USA

  • Spaces for 50-300 Guests
  • 1 Barn
  • 1 Historic Space

  Zingerman's Cornman Farms is a historic, multi-award-winning event venue and culinary destination set on 27 acres just minutes from Ann Arbor, Michigan. The property — a restored red barn, white farmhouse with rocking chairs, maple trees, and sunflowers — was reimagined as an event venue by Executive Chef and Managing Partner Kieron Hales, whose culinary training spans the Royal Academy of Culinary Arts in England and Michelin-starred kitchens across France and Italy. The farm specializes in intimate celebrations, from elopements and micro-weddings to full gatherings of up to 75 guests, anchored by farm-to-table meals crafted by the on-site culinary team. All-inclusive wedding packages weave ceremony, florals, photography, catering, and event coordination into one seamless experience, so guests can remain fully present throughout the day. For corporate groups, the 19th-century Red Barn accommodates 20 to 50 guests and offers a distinct setting for retreats and private meetings, complete with two wood-burning fireplaces, an expansive bar area, and a loft-and-lounge layout.

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  Crowne Plaza Detroit Downtown Riverfront

  Crowne Plaza Detroit Downtown Convention Center, 2 Washington Blvd, Detroit, MI 48226, USA

  • Spaces for 60-500 Guests
  • 5 Hotels
  • 3 Ballrooms
  • 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.

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  Rochester Hills Banquet Hall

  1919 Star-Batt Dr, Rochester Hills, MI 48309, USA

  • Spaces for 60-400 Guests
  • 1 Ballroom
  • 1 Meeting Space

  Rochester Hills Banquet Center is a full-service event venue in Rochester Hills, Michigan, situated at the northeast corner of M-59 and Crooks Road. The recently remodeled facility features white marble floors, chandelier fixtures, and high ceilings throughout its main spaces. The Grand Room spans 5,000 square feet and is equipped with four chandeliers, a 4-person bar, and two projectors, accommodating up to 400 guests for weddings, receptions, and social celebrations. A separate Executive Room provides 660 square feet of classroom-style seating for up to 60 guests, reserved for corporate events and private meetings. Cuisine is prepared by certified executive chefs, with customizable menus and generous portions available for all events. The venue provides full event coordination including catering, setup, and dedicated staff.

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  The Inn At Harbor Shores

  800 Whitwam Dr, St Joseph, MI 49085, USA

  • Spaces for 18-300 Guests
  • 4 Hotels
  • 1 Ballroom
  • 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.

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  Cascades Manor House

  1970 Kibby Rd, Jackson, MI 49203, USA

  • Spaces for 30-275 Guests
  • 3 Historic Spaces
  • 3 Mansions
  • 1 Meeting Space

  Cascades Manor is a historic event venue in Jackson, Michigan, set within the grounds of Sparks Foundation Park on the southwest side of the city. The building dates to 1932, when it opened as the Cascades Clubhouse for an 18-hole championship golf course — designed by regional architect Claire Allen and built as a community gathering place. After the county constructed a new clubhouse in the 1990s, local businessman Frank Myers led a restoration effort that established the Cascades Park Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to preserving the building for future use. Three indoor spaces accommodate events from 30 to 250 guests. The Myers Room seats up to 250 guests and features panoramic park views through windows on three sides, with an optional dance floor available for events up to 175 guests. The Sparks Room seats up to 60 and centers on original hardwood floors, exposed wood beams, and a working fireplace — well suited to wedding ceremonies, small receptions, and intimate dinners. The East Wing accommodates up to 30 guests for showers, meetings, and smaller gatherings. Full-service catering, bartending, and professional AV equipment are available across all three spaces.

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  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.

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  Cobo Center

  1 Washington Blvd, Detroit, MI 48226, USA

  • Spaces for 2,250-4,500 Guests
  • 1 Ballroom
  • 1 Convention Center
  • 1 Waterfront

  Huntington Place is the 16th largest convention center in the United States, anchoring downtown Detroit's waterfront since 1960. Located along the Detroit River with sweeping views of the Windsor, Canada skyline, the venue welcomes more than one million visitors annually across spaces designed for gatherings of every scale. The Grand Riverview Ballroom spans 40,000 square feet with customizable lighting, a glass-enclosed pre-function area, and an open-air terrace overlooking the river — accommodating up to 2,250 guests for banquets and 4,500 for receptions. A three-story glass Riverview Atrium and the 34,000-square-foot Huntington Square outdoor terrace provide additional options for receptions and experiential programming. For larger gatherings, 723,000 square feet of exhibit hall space and over 100 meeting rooms support conventions and trade shows of any scale. Catering is provided by Sodexo Live!, drawing on locally inspired menus for private events. The venue connects directly to the Detroit People Mover, offering convenient downtown access for attendees arriving from across the city.

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  Grand Traverse Resort and Spa, Acme

  100 Grand Traverse Village Blvd, Williamsburg, MI 49690, USA

  • Spaces for 110-2,500 Guests
  • 6 Hotels
  • 5 Ballrooms
  • 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.

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  Terrace Bay Hotel

  7146 P Rd, Gladstone, MI 49837, USA

  • Spaces for 400 Guests

  Terrace Bay Hotel is a waterfront property set along Little Bay de Noc on Lake Michigan in Gladstone, Michigan. The site has roots going back to 1918 and earned regional renown as "Michigan's Wonder Ballroom" during its Terrace Gardens era. After a 1947 fire, the property was rebuilt and has operated as a hospitality destination ever since. Current owners Jen and Jarred Drown acquired the property in 2016 and launched a comprehensive restoration, reimagining the Grand Ballroom with coffered ceilings and relaunching the venue under its historic identity. For weddings and private events, the hotel offers a lakeside setting anchored by the Grand Ballroom and an outdoor ceremony space with open water views of the bay. All catering is handled by the onsite culinary team through Freshwater Tavern, offering options from plated dinners to lakeside buffets. Guest accommodations are available on the property, with rooms featuring private balconies overlooking the water, and complimentary kayaks, e-bikes, and beach cruisers available for guest use. The venue hosts events year-round, including winter weddings.

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  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.

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  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.

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  Copper Ridge Golf Club & Banquet Center

  8475 E Atherton Rd, Davison, MI 48423, USA

  • Spaces for 300 Guests
  • 1 Ballroom

  Copper Ridge Golf Club & Banquet Center is an 18-hole championship golf course and event venue in Davison, Michigan, featuring 6,916 yards of rolling fairways alongside a full-service banquet center. The facility hosts weddings, class reunions, corporate golf outings, birthday celebrations, and private events of all kinds. The banquet hall accommodates up to 300 guests and is maintained to modern standards. An executive chef with more than 25 years of experience oversees all culinary offerings, with custom menus designed around high-quality produce. Full bar service is available, with flexibility to accommodate specific beverage requests. Operating as a public course with a private club experience, Copper Ridge has been voted best golf course and banquet hall for four consecutive years.

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  Grand Rapids Public Museum

  272 Pearl St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504, USA

  • Spaces for 147-2,000 Guests
  • 5 Museums
  • 2 Theaters
  • 3 Historic Spaces

  The Grand Rapids Public Museum, founded in 1854, is one of Michigan's oldest cultural institutions and the first accredited museum in the United States. Housed in the Van Andel Museum Center on the west bank of the Grand River, the museum holds approximately 250,000 artifacts spanning science, history, and culture — including the beloved Streets of Old Grand Rapids exhibit, the Roger B. Chaffee Planetarium, and the Cook Carousel Pavilion. For private events, the museum offers flexible rental configurations across its three exhibition floors. The Galleria — a formal event hall with a dance floor — anchors the first floor and accommodates up to 350 guests for cocktail receptions alongside The Streets of Old Grand Rapids exhibit. Adding the second floor expands capacity to 550, and a full building buyout opens all three floors to up to 2,000 guests for cocktail-style events or conventions. Ceremonies are held in the Meijer Theater, seating up to 255 guests, or the Roger B. Chaffee Planetarium, seating up to 147 under a starry night sky — both equipped with full audiovisual systems. Beverage service is provided in-house, and events are staffed by the museum's own event coordination team. A minimum of 100 guests is required for all rentals.

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  Jewish Community Center of Metropolitan Detroit

  6600 W Maple Rd, West Bloomfield Township, MI 48322, USA

  • Spaces for 600 Guests
  • 1 Theater

  Founded in 1926, The J Detroit is a community center dedicated to the physical, social, spiritual, and educational well-being of the Jewish and broader southeastern Michigan community. Its multi-acre West Bloomfield campus includes wooded grounds, walking trails, and an outdoor swimming pool, and the organization welcomes guests of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities. For private events, The J offers several distinct rental venues. The Berman Center for the Performing Arts is a 600-seat state-of-the-art theater opened in 2011—suited to corporate meetings, receptions, film shoots, fundraisers, and concerts, and staffed by on-site technical professionals. Handleman Hall is a 6,000-square-foot banquet facility with an adjacent kosher catering kitchen, designed for weddings, bar and bat mitzvahs, and banquets. The Janice Charach Gallery, a two-level space filled with natural light from overhead skylights, accommodates lectures, brunches, and art expositions, while six configurable conference rooms serve gatherings of varying sizes.

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