Table of Contents

• What are the best wedding venues in Michigan
• West Michigan Wedding Venues
• Inexpensive or Affordable Wedding Venues
• Hotels for getting ready at

The Best Wedding Venues Around Michigan

Planterra Conservatory

No place like Planterra or any other wedding venue in Michigan compares. We have photographed many weddings there and every time has been a luxury. Every foot of this space is meticulously curated and grown to perfection. With its private location, you get easy access to all your wedding guests as they arrive. This large greenhouse venue can happily handle up to 200 guests or be used for smaller weddings.

Planterra Conservatory
7315 Drake Rd, West Bloomfield Township, MI 48322
Contact: 248-661-1515

Belle Isle

Belle Isle sits in the heart of the Detroit River with waterfront access, city views, and a few venues that are even more breathtaking. Having your event here gives you several options on where to host you wedding from Detroit Yacht Club, Anna Scripps Whitcomb Conservatory, Belle Isle Casino, or the Dossin Great Lakes Museum. Each space speaks for itself, like the lavish conservatory to the decadent Casino. No matter where you choose Belle Isle can accommodate anywhere from 50-200 guests.

Belle Isle
Detroit, MI 48224
Contact: 313-821-9844

The War Memorial

The War Memorial sits on the waterfront of Lake Saint Claire and has some of the most beautiful architecture. Being a historical wedding venue each corner extrudes character indoor or outdoor. Having a ceremony on the lawn followed by a reception inside one of the many rooms gives this venue an all-inclusive luxurious feel. The War Memorial can hold up to 150 guests but could be the perfect place for a smaller wedding too.

The War Memorial
32 Lake Shore Dr. Grosse Pointe Farms
Contact: 313-881-7511

The Rooster Tail

The Roostertail is an elegant wedding venue with views of the water. Boasting modern decor inside and out makes your reception photo-worthy from every angle. From having a cocktail hour on the patio to stunning views during your ceremony on the water, The Roostertail is a venue we fell in love with while photographing weddings here, and with plenty of space, you can have a guest count of over 200.

The Roostertail
100 Marquette Dr, Detroit, MI
Contact: 313-822-1234

Lafayette Grande Banquet

There are a few banquet hall venues around Michigan but it’s different with The Lafayette Grande. Constructed in 1923 each ballroom is filled with lavish decorations make your wedding feel like a party Fitzgerald wrote about. One of the best parts is how large each venue space is being able to hold up to 500 guests.

Lafayette Grande Banquet
1 Lafayette St, Pontiac, MI 48342
Contact: 248-334-6999

Meadow Brook Hall

Another icon, that hails from the era of automotive wealth, now turned wedding venue is Meadow Brook Hall. Built by the heiress of the Dodge fortune as a family retreat, the 110 rooms are designed to stress views of the opulent grounds. No matter where you are in the mansion you're surrounded by history and luxury. At Meadow Brook, you can have up to 300 guests comfortably or have smaller weddings in the library or porch with 20 guests or more.

Meadow Brook Hall
350 Estate Dr, Rochester, MI 48309
Contact: 248-364-6200

Oakhurst Country Club

Oakhurst Country Club has the best ceremony location. With the most picturesque pine forest set as a backdrop and string lights, this venue feels very romantic. Followed by a reception in the beautiful main hall your guest will also enjoy the balcony throughout the night chatting and making smores. Oakhurst comfortably hosts up to a 250 guests wedding.

Oakhurst Country Club
7000 Oakhurst Ln, Village of Clarkston, MI
Contact: 248-3913-300

Rust Belt Market

A true market by day and a wedding venue by night Rust Belt Market is one of Michigan’s most unique venues. The center space is designed and built by various artists from the mural behind to the placement of the hanging lights. Able to hold up to 160 guests you’ll enjoy dancing under the hanging lights and taking photos in the red chair as the evening progresses.

The Rust Belt Market
22801 Woodward Ave, Ferndale, MI
Contact: 248-238-8728

Royal Oak Farmers Market

This farmers market is located in one of the most vibrant towns in Michigan as well as a working farmers market by day. Due to that parking is a breeze and with room for seating your wedding can have up to 1200 guests! Although it is a bare bones wedding venue you have the ability to make this space completely yours. Another unique part about this venue is the food. Most couples choose to have food trucks from BBQ, tacos, and deserts.

Royal Oak Farmers Market
316 E Eleven Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI
248-246-3276

Castle Farms

Castle Farms offers an almost magical experience in Northern Michigan. It’s a one of a kind wedding venue that is a literal castle. Get married in the courtyard surround by family and friends and have a reception in one of the four decadent halls. You can have as few as 40 guests and as many as 230 so it’s the perfect venue for small or larger weddings.

Castle Farms
5052 M-66, Charlevoix, MI
231-237-0884

West Michigan Wedding Venues

Downtown Market

If your dream wedding consists of being surround by lush green landscapes with breathtaking city view Downtown Market is the perfect venue. From ceremonies in the greenhouse, cocktails in the garden room, and a reception in the banquette hall everything you need for you day is already there. At the Downtown Market you can have up to 180 guests and enjoy the city views from the patios until the end of the night.

Downtown Market
435 Ionia Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI
616-805-5308

The Grand Rapids Art Museum

If your looking for a venue that surrounds you with amazing architecture, art, and the city the GRAM checks all those boxes. Located in the heart of Grand Rapids you will be centrally located between bars, restaurants, and hotels making it easy for your guests to really enjoy downtown Grand Rapids. Here you can showcase your wedding among the world class art with 120 guests of more.

Grand Rapids Art Museum
101 Monroe Center St NW, Grand Rapids, MI
616-831-1000

Cheney Place

Cheney Place takes a boutique turn on an industrial space. Being an old warehouse means every space is ready for your touches. One of the most interesting thing about Cheney Place is their large collection of vintage furniture. With such a large collection you can dazzle up to 225 guests with a lavishly designed space, making this venue uniquely you.

Cheney Place
1600 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI
616-304-6261

Journeyman Distillery

The remolded Featherbone Factory turned distillery with the ability to host wedding venues is the perfect blend between rustic charm with modern aesthetics. At Journeyman’s you can lift your spirits with handcrafted cocktails, the most amazing food, and a space that is unlike any other. You can rent one of their three rooms with 100 guests or more.

Journeyman’s Distillery
109 Generations Dr, Three Oaks, MI
269-820-2050

Inexpensive or Affordable Venues

Sleeping Bear Dunes

Not your typical wedding venue but one that cannot be overlooked is Sleeping Bear Dunes. With massive sand dunes and untouched landscapes this wedding venue is sure to be a ceremony to remember. It’s as easy as getting a permit for you and up to 20 guests. All you have to do is pick when and where and there is no shortage of where, just get ready for a hike.

Sleeping Bear Dunes
Maple City, MI 49664
(231) 326-4741

Public Beach in the Upper Peninsula

Take a journey way north and pick your favorite beach as your wedding venue. This way you bring the natural grandeur right to you. Pick any spot with you and as many as 20 guests hold a ceremony, It’s as easy as that in Michigan. Just make sure to square away your marriage licenses with the proper municipalities.

Michigan State Park

We have photographed many weddings at various state parks around Michigan and we think they are the perfect venue. You’ll have to square away the proper permits but you have the ability to choose nearly any state park across Michigan once approved. Local municipalities should be able to guide you the rest of way once you decide on a location. Smaller guests counts around 20 are probably preferred but having your reception at a local winery or restaurant after is the best way to end the night.

Get Married at a Private Residence

The hardest part about have your wedding at a private residence would be set up and tear down, but still thats up to how big of a wedding you want to have. With no specified guest counts you can turn any backyard into a wedding venue. So ask friends, family, or reach out to someone with that envious property what is the worst that could happen. From there you’ll need to potentially secure vendors, permits, and decorations. With this complete diy route there is no end to what you can do.

Hotel locations for getting ready

• Detroit Hotels
  • Detroit Foundation Hotel
  • Shinola Hotel
  • El Moore
  • Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center
  • The Siren
  • The Westin Book Cadillac
  • Aloft Detroit at The David Whitney
  • Element Detroit at the Metropolitan
  • MGM Grand Detroit
• Hotels in the Metro Detroit Area
  • The Henry Autograph Collection
  • The Townsend Hotel
  • The Inn at Saint John’s
  • The Daxton Hotel
• Hotels near Ann Arbor
  • Graduate
  • Bell Tower Hotel
  • Weber’s Boutique Hotel
• Northern Michigan Hotels
  • Inn at Bay Harbor
  • Inn at Black Star Farms
  • Village Suites at Bay Harbor
  • Grand Hotel