Planning a Wedding? Find the Best Wedding Venues in Michigan

Wedding Venues Michigan

If you’re recently engaged and ready to plan your wedding in Michigan, you have plenty of things on your mind. While some details can wait, the selection of your wedding venue in Michigan is too important to put off. While there are likely plenty of beautiful wedding locations in your city or state, many will book months and years in advance. In other words, it’s important to plan ahead, to secure a venue that can bring your dream wedding to life.

If you are searching for wedding venues in Michigan, you’re in luck. There are hundreds of beautiful locations that can host your big day. Keep in mind, however, that not all beautiful backdrops are created equal. The best venues have experience hosting weddings of all sizes, they offer exceptional service and think of the little things, even before you do.

 

So, what are the best wedding venues in Michigan? To help narrow your options, we’ve put together a list of some of our favorites:

1. The Oakley 

11035 Fish Lake Rd, Holly, Michigan

If you’re looking for classic wedding venues in Michigan, you’ll find a secluded, sophisticated property at The Oakley, located just outside of Holly. Complete with an outdoor ceremony space, scenic views, and a private wedding suite, The Oakley offers room for up to 250 guests and an idyllic background for wedding photos. With all the details covered—from catering to linens and an indoor/outdoor bar—you can enjoy your big day with confidence. Let the experienced team at The Oakley look after the details.

Check out the podcast we did with Alicia McKay, wedding coordinator and co-owner of The Oakley, an event and wedding venue in Holly, Michigan.

2. Stonebridge Golf Club 

1825 Clubhouse Dr, Ann Arbor, Michigan

Against breathtaking scenery, Stonebridge Golf Club offers exceptional food, amenities, and service for your wedding day. With a blend of stunning outdoor and indoor reception spaces, this classic, Ann Arbor wedding venue provides plenty of space for guests to mingle. Structural options include a permanent outdoor tent and a stylish tiki bar.

A banquet hall with round tables covered in white and light blue linens, chairs arranged around them, and string lights overhead. Large windows show a green outdoor view.

3. Creekside Acres Event Barn

7388 S State Rd, Goodrich, Michigan

Both classic and rustic, modern and charming, the Creekside Acres Event Barn provides onsite ceremonies and beautiful reception facilities, complete with a large bridal suite for the bride-to-be and her wedding party. An onsite coordinator will handle all the behind-the-scenes details, including setup, decorations, flowers and more. Be sure to consider this unique property as you explore wedding venues in Michigan.

Spacious wooden reception hall with round tables set for an event. String lights hang from the ceiling, and a chandelier is visible.

4. Meeting House Grand Ballroom

499 S Main St, Plymouth, Michigan

The Meeting House is an award-winning, Victorian-inspired banquet hall, located in downtown Plymouth.  Known for its exceptional food, service, and attention to detail, the Meeting House is a single event venue, ready to host both your wedding ceremony and reception. With stately rooms, thoughtful decor, and stylish finishes, the Meeting House will provide the ideal backdrop for your big day.

Ballroom with wooden floor, set for an event with round tables covered in white cloths and black bows. Decor includes chandeliers and a tiered cake on a separate table.

5. The Inn at St. Johns 

4045 Five Mile Rd, Plymouth, Michigan

Just twenty minutes from both Detroit and Ann Arbor, one of the most sought-after wedding venues in Michigan, The Inn at St. Johns is a sophisticated landmark resort, a luxury destination for your wedding day. Featuring historic architecture, three ballrooms, and a two-story atrium room, this property offers a variety of ceremony spaces and luxurious hotel rooms for you and your guests to relax.

Spacious, elegant event hall with hanging white flowers, large windows, and a central table. Several smaller tables and seats are arranged throughout the wooden-floored room.

6. Goldner Walsh Garden & Home 

559 Orchard Lake Rd, Pontiac, Michigan

This award-winning, historic wedding venue features 9 acres of aromatic gardens, lawns, and an amphitheater. With room for up to 250 guests, Goldner Walsh includes a vintage greenhouse dining area, a romantic open-air sanctuary, and plenty of space, whether you’re planning an intimate wedding or a larger guest list. If you’re thinking about saying “I do” surrounded by natural beauty, you’ll love the magical space at Goldner Walsh—a historic gem in Pontiac.

7. Royal Park Hotel 

600 E University Dr, Rochester, Michigan 

Located on the banks of the Paint Creek River in downtown Rochester, the award-winning Royal Park Hotel blends European charm with contemporary amenities and services. As a boutique hotel, Royal Park offers 143 luxurious rooms and a stunning backdrop for your wedding.

Elegant banquet hall with round tables set for an event, featuring floral centerpieces, gold chairs, and soft ambient lighting.

8. Planterra Conservatory 

7315 Drake Rd, West Bloomfield Township, Michigan

Planterra Conservatory is one of the top wedding venues in Michigan for a reason. With weddings customized to each couple, this garden wedding venue is flooded with natural light, creating a romantic setting for both daytime and nighttime events. Planterra coordinates space for up to 200 guests inside, in-house floral services, and much more. Their experienced team provides creative solutions and award-winning service, helping to make your wedding an experience to remember, for both you and your guests.

Elegant indoor wedding venue with glass ceiling, lush greenery, round tables with floral centerpieces, black chairs, and multiple chandeliers.

9. The Colony Club

2310 Park Ave, Detroit, Michigan

Located in the heart of downtown Detroit, The Colony Club is a statement location for your wedding day. Steeped in history, with sweeping staircases and vaulted ceilings, The Colony Club offers a variety of room sizes, with the 3rd-floor Grand Ballroom accommodating up to 400 guests. With all-inclusive wedding packages, a premium bar, and exceptional plated service, you can relax and enjoy every moment of your big day.

Grand banquet hall with ornate ceiling, chandeliers, and elegantly set tables arranged in rows with white tablecloths and gold chairs.

10.  The Collins Off Main

120 W Middle St, Chelsea, Michigan

A chic event space with a modern industrial feel, the Colins Off Main combines California boho with industrial functionality, creating an Instagram-worthy destination for your wedding. A dynamic venue, Colins Off Main can help create the perfect ceremony and reception space for a unique—perhaps even epic—wedding day.

Wedding Venues in Michigan
Photo by Shauna Wear Photography

11. Waterview Loft at Port Detroit

130 E Atwater St, Detroit, Michigan

Incredible views of the Detroit Riverwalk and the Windsor skyline, customizable spaces, and stellar cuisine are hallmarks of this modern waterfront venue easily accommodating up to 225 guests for your wedding ceremony and reception. Combine outdoor spaces and indoor elegance featuring soaring windows. Or start your occasion at the Waterview Loft then board a chartered yacht for a one-of-a-kind reception.

Wedding ceremony in a modern venue with large windows. Bride and groom stand at the altar, surrounded by guests seated on white chairs. Floral arrangements decorate the aisle.

12. Detroit Opera/Detroit Sky Deck Event Venue

1526 Broadway St, Detroit, Michigan

You and your guests will enjoy a 360-degree view of Detroit’s skyline. The Sky Deck is just one component of the Detroit Opera. This venue offers downtown outdoor rooftop space for your ceremony and cocktail hour. Then adjourn to the grandeur of the theater for a memorable wedding reception. Or switch it up with an elegant reception in the Grand Lobby and party on the rooftop. This venue offers the best of Detroit!

A rooftop wedding ceremony with a city skyline in the background. A couple stands at the altar as guests seated on chairs look on. A child in a dress is in the foreground.

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Couples looking for wedding venues in Michigan can count themselves lucky. There are hundreds of venue options in the area, from intimate, indoor spaces to expansive outdoor properties. No matter the size of your guest list, you’ll find beautiful, creative wedding venues throughout the state. When you set out to secure a venue for your wedding, be sure to visit several locations, be prepared with a list of questions, and check online reviews. Ideally, you will find a venue that fits your timeline, the size of your guest list, and the feel of a wedding you hope to create.  At Michaels Entertainment, we serve Detroit and southeast Michigan with first-class wedding services, working directly with venues of all sizes. We are proud of the relationships we build and the awards and recognition we have received, including more than 400 5-star ratings for our wedding services. 

Once you’ve booked a venue for your big day, contact us to talk about our wedding services. We’ll deliver peace of mind when you hire one of our experienced DJs and photo booth services you can trust. We’re ready to help you create the wedding of your dreams.

About the Author:
Seth Michaels is CEO of Michaels Entertainment, a Troy, MI company offering DJs, photo booths, uplighting, and videography for weddings and corporate events. Starting as a one-man operation on the dance club circuit, this entrepreneur has taken his vision and built an entertainment business with three full-time employees and dozens of team members. As an accomplished entertainment professional, Seth has earned a reputation as a top wedding and event DJ/MC in the Troy area. And he is well known and regarded by other industry professionals for sharing his knowledge through his DJ workshops.