If you’re on the hunt for Metro Detroit wedding venues, you’re in the right place! As a 2023 bride and Detroit area wedding photographer, I know how overwhelming wedding planning can be. My mission is to make wedding planning easier for you so you can focus more on the fun stuff, like cake tastings and trying on wedding dresses!
In this ultimate wedding venue guide, we’ve highlighted some of our favorite wedding venues in Metro Detroit. We’ve organized venues by type and by county to help you find what you’re looking for!
All Inclusive Vs. Wedding Venues
It’s important to highlight the two main types of wedding venues: all-inclusive or a la carte. All-inclusive wedding venues typically include all the major things you need on a wedding day, like tables, linens, chairs, food, etc. A la carte or DIY wedding venues provide just the space, so you choose your own vendors for everything, from linens to entrees. Figuring out if you want an all-inclusive wedding venue or not is a great place to start!
Most venues on this list are all-inclusive, but you can learn more about them by visiting their sites or inquiring for packages. Personally, I am a huge fan of all-inclusive venues just to keep things simple. But, if you want special touches and really want to taste-test your food, definitely consider a la carte options!
You can view our top list of all-inclusive venues in Oakland County here.
In this wedding venue guide, we are going to break down venues by counties as well as by style. Looking for an estate style wedding venue? Keep scrolling! Want a country theme with a barn wedding venue? We’ve got you covered!
Different Types of Wedding Venues
Your wedding venue will create the overall vibe of your wedding. It also has the largest role in determining the style of your wedding photos. Whether you’re looking for something industrial or classic, historical or modern, we’ve got venues for you! We’ve organized this venue list by location and styles of venue.
Here’s a quick table of context of what you’ll find in this guide. Use the links to jump to the section that fits what you’re looking for!
Downtown Detroit Venues
Our team at Savvy Shoots has put together a more detailed list of wedding venues in downtown Detroit. We even created a post that highlights wedding venues for couples who love art and history if you’re looking for a unique wedding venue that showcases Detroit’s personality!
Below you can find a list that highlights some more venue options we love.
- State Savings Bank Detroit
- Historical, elegant venue with giant arches and white walls
- Starting cost is just under $8,000
- Can hold up to 400 seated guests
- Detroit Whiskey Factory
- Moody, cool, industrial vibes
- Seats up to 200 guests, 250 strolling
- Two stories, perfect to organize cocktail hour/dinner
- Can flip room from ceremony to reception space during cocktail hour
- In-house liquor packages
- Option to take photos on rooftop with a view of Ford Field
- Shinola Hotel
- Elegant, modern and chic
- All glass conservatory option
- A variety of rooms available
- On-site amenities, including lodging
- Masonic Temple Detroit
- Warm, historical venue with multiple room options.
- On-site kitchen, chairs available with additional fee
- Available for booking up to a year and a half before wedding
- Minimum cost ranges from $15,000-$25,000 depending on dates
- Not all rooms have AC, so be prepared in summer!
- Colony Club
- Multiple location options
- Historical & classic venue white walls with gold accents
- Grand ballroom can hold up to 350 people
- Petite ballroom can accommodate 120 guests
- Rental fee starting at $19,000 for main ballroom and $12,000 for petite ballroom
- Roostertail
- All-inclusive
- Waterfront venue
- Set up and breakdown included
- Customizable package options
- Waterview Loft
- Options for both ceremony and reception spaces
- On the Detroit Riverwalk
- Lots of windows with natural light
- Holds up to 225 guests
- The Madison Rooftop
- Scarab Club (art gallery)
- Ideal for small weddings and elopements
- Outdoor and indoor option
- The Jam Handy
- Industrial venue in the heart of Detroit
- Historical Venue
- Ford Piquette Plant, Detroit
- Historical venue downtown
- Weekend rental rate starting around $2,700
Other Wayne County Wedding Venues
- War Memorial, Grosse Pointe
- Henry Ford Museum, Dearborn
- Indoor and outdoor options
- Fun photo opportunities in the Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village
- Historic chapel available for ceremony
- Meeting House Grand Ballroom, Plymouth
- Historical building with modern white walls, hard wood and chandeliers
- Up to 300 seated guests
- Family owned and operated
- Ceremony and reception spaces
- St. John’s Resort, Plymouth
- All-inclusive
- Multiple event spaces
- Known for Catholic chapel space, St. John Chapel
- New garden pavilion space holds up to 500 guests
- Onsite lodging
- This venue hosts multiple weddings at once, so be prepared to work around other parties.
- Fox Hills, Plymouth
- Multiple event spaces for large and small weddings
- Largest room accommodates up to 350 guests
- Indoor and outdoor options
- All Inclusive
- Price range from $8,000-$18,000
Oakland County Wedding Venues
As one of the largest counties in Michigan, Oakland County is a hub of some of the most unique and beautiful wedding venues in the Metro Detroit area. We posted a blog post of some of our top favorite all-inclusive wedding venues in Oakland County that you can check out here.
Below is a compiled list of some more of our favorite wedding venues in Oakland County:
- The Treasury, Pontiac
- Historic venue in the heart of Pontiac
- Originally a bank and allow photos in the old vault
- Multiple areas for reception, cocktail hour and ceremony
- Lafayette Grande, Pontiac
- Multiple event spaces available
- Historic building in the heart of Pontiac
- Ceremony and reception options available (may require a flip of one space)
- Meadow Brook Hall, Rochester
- 2GatherMore, Auburn Hills
- Separate spaces available for ceremony and reception
- Tables & chair provided, food vendors are not
- Planning assistance
- Packages starting around $9,000
- Shepherd’s Hollow, Clarkston
- Known for its glass conservatory and black & white tile floors
- Holds up to 325 people
- Surrounded by pine forest
- Starting range for a reception is around $32,000
- The Dealership, Oxford
- Industrial, DIY venue
- Food Truck friendly!
- Holly Vault Collection, Holly
- Four different venue options
- Downtown Holly Photo Opportunities
- Day-of Vendor Direction
- In-House Wedding Planners Available
- All-Day rentals available
- Getting ready suites
- Cushing Field House, Holly
- Rustic outdoor/barn style venue
- Indoor and outdoor options
- Decor items available for use
- Holds up to 200 guests
- Base price for largest package is just under $20,000
- Westin Hotel Atrium, Southfield
- Elevated greenhouse vibes
- Hosts up to 500 guests
- All-inclusive
- On-site lodging
- Royal Oak Farmers Market, Royal Oak
- A la carte venue
- Industrial
- Rust Belt Market, Ferndale
- A la carte venue
- Up to 170 Guests
- Rates starting at $4,500
- Add ons available
- Royal Park Hotel, Rochester
- Conservatory and ballroom options
- Ceremony space can be flipped to reception space
- On-site luxury lodging for you and guests
- Dog friendly for small to medium dogs
- The Adams Manor, Oakland Township
- Newer estate style venue
- Historical venue
- Outdoor and indoor spaces available
- Holds up to 200 guests
- Access to pond and creek
- Garden of Eden Wedding Venue
Macomb County Wedding Venues
- Tina’s Country House and Gardens, Macomb Township
- Indoor and outdoor spaces
- complete package, including use of the Wedding Garden, chairs, microphone, rehearsal and ceremony consultation
- Buffet and family style dinners available
- Premier Events Center, Clinton Township
- All-inclusive option
- Great experienced staff
- Two indoor spaces available
- Cost starting around $70/person
- White House Wedding Chapel, Warren
- Small, intimate weddings
- Book multiple weddings a day with limited time for each wedding (expect to be in and out in 2 hours or less)
- Indoor and outdoor options
- Fern Hill, Clinton Township
- Ceremony and reception spaces
- Can accommodate 75-700 guests
- Customizable wedding packages for varying budgets
- Mirage, Clinton Township
- All- inclusive and recently renovated banquet hall
- Up to 1,000 guests
- Pricing staring at $56/person on non Saturdays
- Freedom Hill, Sterling Heights
- All-Inclusive
- Outdoor and indoor options
- Getting ready rooms for bride and groom
- Italian American Cultural Society and Banquet Center, Clinton Township
- Multiple room options
- Can fit up to 400 guests in largest ballroom
- Indoor and outdoor spaces
- Big menu with a variety of food options
- Packages starting at $66/plate
- The Palazzo Grande, Shelby Township
- All-inclusive venue
- Option to add on getting ready suites
- Extensive menu to choose meal options
- Vintage Gardens Wedding Chapel and Event Center, Fraser
- Ceremony & reception spaces
- Minister, coordinator and rehearsal including in weekend packages
- Getting ready rooms available
- Holds up to 150 guests
- Packages starting at $400 for Monday-Thursday weddings
- Zuccaro’s Banquets & Catering, Chesterfield
- Barrister Gardens Banquet Center, St. Clair Shores
- Recently renovated hall with white marble flooring
- Bright, modern, elegant
- Spacious ballroom for larger weddings
- All Inclusive options
- Blossom Heath Inn, St. Clair Shores
- Indoor and outdoor spaces
- Option for fun add ons, like a chocolate fountain, candy buffet and coffee cart
- Valet services to help with parking
- Historic wedding venue located near the water
- Packard Proving Grounds, Shelby Township
- Outdoor and indoor ceremony options
- Vintage cars you can include in photos
- Estate-style exterior, great for photos!
Livingston County Wedding Venues
- Waldenwoods, Howell MI
- Ceremony and reception areas
- Onsite lodging available
- Multiple event spaces
- Waterfront ceremony option
- Crystal Gardens Event Center, Howell
- Open air chapel (gorgeous!) to be outside but covered
- Patio space available
- Indoor and outdoor spaces
Washtenaw County Wedding Venues
- Ann Arbor City Club, Ann Arbor
- All Inclusive
- Getting ready areas for bride and groom
- Indoor and outdoor options for ceremony and reception
- Complimentary food tastings
- Matthaei botanical gardens, Ann Arbor
- Mostly outdoor options, but multiple spaces available
- Ideal for small weddings and elopements
- Not all inclusive
- Stonebridge Golf Club, Ann Arbor
- Indoor and outdoor options (outdoor patio & bar as well!)
- All Inclusive
- Lots of windows for natural lighting
- Eagle Crest Golf Club, Ypsilanti
- Highly rated wedding venue
- All-inclusive options
- Outdoor and indoor options
- Dinner buffet menu starting around $30/person
- Weber’s, Ann Arbor
- Boutique hotel with indoor and outdoor areas
- Onsite lodging
- Offers late night pizza bar
- Largest room accommodates upt to 290 guests
- The Graduate Hotel, Ann Arbor
- Up to 200 guests
- Dog Friendly!
- Multiple ballroom options
- On-site lodging
- Collins at the Clock Tower, Chelsea
- Unique, industrial style venue
- Thousands of decor options included
- Catering not included in packages but have preferred vendors to work with
- Venue pricing starting at $6,000
Waterfront Wedding Venues in Michigan
- Macray Harbor, Harrison Township
- Rooms with window views of the water
- Multiple event spaces available to hold 75-400 guests
- Room rental rates ranging from $400-$2,500
- Meal pricing starting at $64/guests in 2024
- St. Clair Inn, St. Clair
- Historic building from early 1900s
- Onsite lodging
- Multiple spaces available
- Outdoor and indoor options
- Bay Pointe Inn, Shelbyville
- Multiple location options (on water and in the woods)
- A la carte offerings
- Onsite lodging available
- Waterview Loft, Detroit
- All-inclusive wedding packages
- Separate spaces for ceremony and reception
- Within walking distance of Marriott hotel downtown
- Roostertail, Detroit
- All-inclusive
- Waterfront venue
- Set up and breakdown included
- Customizable package options
- Waldenwoods, Howell MI
- Ceremony and reception areas
- Onsite lodging available
- Multiple event spaces
- Waterfront ceremony option
- Silver Shores, Wyandotte
- Indoor and outdoor options
- Can seat over 500 with dance floor outside
- Ceremony and reception space
- Covered outdoor area to protect from rain and sun
- Does not offer ceremony-only options
Barn Style Wedding Venues
If you’re a country girl, or just love the outdoors, a barn wedding venue may be perfect for you! When searching for barn venues in Michigan, it’s important to check out which barns have AC in the summer months so you don’t melt! It’s also worth researching to see what services are provided by these venues, as many are family owned and only provide the structure itself. We’ve compiled a list of some of our top barn wedding venues in Metro Detroit for you here.
- Stonegate Farm, Lapeer
- Upscale farmhouse vibes
- Outdoor and indoor spaces
- Onsite lodging (which is super nice and spacious)
- Option to rent for the weekend (with pool!)
- Air conditioned
- Accommodates up to 20 guests
- The Red Barn, Milan
- Family owned (owners are great!)
- In-house decor for rent
- Outdoor and indoor areas
- House available for getting ready
- Wedding packages starting at $2,300
- Meadow Wood Acres, Morrice
- Bridal suite available
- Temperature controlled barn
- Everything must end at 11
- 15 hour rentals so you can set up early
- A la carte venue, must provide all your own vendors
- The Valley at Frutig Farms, Ann Arbor
- Heating and cooling in main barns
- Bridal and groom suites
- Indoor barn and outdoor tent options
- On-site staff to assist (we love this!) including a bartender and coordinator
- Starting at $24,000.00 to rent
- Cobblestone Farm, Ann Arbor
- Historic farm now owned by the city of Ann Arbor
- Natural barn aesthetic with white walls and exposed wooden beams inside
- Accepts date requests up to 18 months in advance
- White Birch Wedding Barn, Cement City
- Upscale white barn venue
- Indoor & outdoor options
- Bridal suite and groomsmen suite
- Pricing starts at $1000 for small weddings Monday-Thursday on off season
- Pricing starts at $12,000 for Saturdays during peak weeding season
Estate Wedding Venues in Michigan
Estates can offer a unique, elegant feel to your wedding day, Many of them even offer on-site lodging, which we love! We created an in-depth post Estate Wedding Venues in Michigan, but here is a list of some of our favorites across the state.
- Adams’s Manor, Oakland Township
- Addison Oaks Buhl Estate, Leonard
- Pine Knob Mansion, Clarkston
- The Morris Estate, Niles
- The Oakley, Holly
- Hidden Grove Estate, Williamston
- Zingerman’s Cornman Farms, Dexter
Outdoor Wedding Venues in Metro Detroit
If you know you want a wedding outdoors, here are a few options to consider. Many venues offer indoor and outdoor options. We’ve added a few here that are either strictly or mostly outdoor wedding venues. These locations would be great for an outdoor ceremony and an indoor dinner at a separate location.
- Dow Gardens, Midland
- Multiple spaces available
- Getting ready space available for bridal party
- Multiple weddings in one day at the same location, so be prepared for limited time
- Matthaei Botanical Gardens, Ann Arbor
- Perfect for small, short weddings
- Multiple spaces available
- Pairs well with a local restaurant for dinner
- Detroit Zoo, Royal Oak
- Variety of locations available
- Truly interactive and unique venue!
- Rates starting at $3,000
- Scarab Club, Detroit
- Historical building and art studio with garden fro events
- Perfect for micro weddings and elopements
- Located across from DIA
- Holds up to 50 guests seated outdoors
Small Wedding Venues around Detroit
More and more couples are opting for smaller, more intimate weddings in Metro Detroit. We’ve created a blog post dedicated to some of our favorite small wedding venues in Metro Detroit. We have included a few of those below, but check out our post for a more in-depth explanation of some of these!
- Cafe Cortina, Farmington Hills
- Features indoor and outdoor options
- All Inclusive
- Dog friendly
- *We have heard this place can be difficult to book with from a bride*
- Longacre House, Farmington Hills
- Estate style venue
- Award-winning chefs help finalize your meals
- The Meeting House, Rochester Hills
- Located in downtown Rochester
- Upstairs room complete with bar
- Cute string lights over the ceiling
- The Apparatus Room in Foundation Hotel, Detroit
- Delicious family-style meals
- Access to take photos in the bar (usually a $500 fee!)
- Right downtown
- Royal Park Hotel, Rochester Hills
- The conservatory space fits about 70 guests
- Ceremony space can be flipped to reception space
- On-site luxury lodging for you and guests
- Matthaei Botanical Gardens, Ann Arbor
- White House Wedding Chapel, Warren (pairs well with The Gazebo Banquet Center)
- For elopements and very small weddings
- Limited time in venue (usually 1.5-2 hours max)
- Outdoor and indoor options
- Bridal suite available
- Victoria Wedding Chapel, Waterford
- For elopements and very small weddings
- Limited time in venue (pay by hour)
- Outdoor and indoor options
- Budget-friendly options
- Bridal suite available
- Vintage Gardens Wedding Chapel and Event Center, Fraser
- Seats up to 150 guests
- Getting ready suites for bride and groom
- Minister and wedding coordinator included in wedding packages
- Costs starting at $400 for Monday-Thursday weddings
- Oakwood Wedding Chapel, Oxford
- Outdoor and indoor options
- Packages starting under $600
- Includes on-site wedding coordinator for rehearsal and wedding
- Includes fully decorated chapel with silk flowers on the altar and bows on the pews
- Helmer Castle, Jackson
- Stony, medieval style castle
- Hourly rates available
- Holds max of 150 people
- Scarab Club, Detroit
- Historical building and art studio with garden fro events
- Perfect for micro weddings and elopements
- Located across from DIA
- Holds up to 50 guests seated outdoors
- Zingerman’s Cornman Farms, Dexter
- Specializes in small weddings and elopements
- Elopement packages for up to 14 people and intimate weddings for up to 75 people
- Three-course meal, coffee and cake are included in packages
Industrial Style Wedding Venues
If you’re looking for a venue that is a little more rustic, these industrial style wedding venues may be worth a look! Keep in mind that most industrial style venues are not all inclusive. This gives you complete freedom in choosing all of your vendors.Here is our list of industrial wedding venues in Metro Detroit.
- Ford Piquette Plant, Detroit
- Historical venue downtown
- Weekend rental rete starting around $2,700
- The Dealership, Oxford
- A la carte Venue
- Located in downtown Oxford
- Outdoor area for food trucks!
- Getting ready suites
- Royal Oak Farmers Market, Royal Oak
- A la carte venue
- Downtown Royal Oak
- Parking lot for easy parking
- The Eastern, Detroit
- Located at the Eastern Market downtown
- A la carte venue
- Great for those who want wedding photos downtown
- The Norwood, Detroit
- Historical building that was once Norwood Theatre on Woodward
- Complete with full bar and gold accents for an elevated industrial scene
- Detroit’s newest Industrial Event Venue
- Customizable lighting and enhanced sound system
- Packard Proving grounds, Shelby Township
- Cork & Gabel, Corktown Detroit
- Accommodates up to 125 guests
- 6 Hour time frame
- Meals can be plated or family style
- Collins at the Clock Tower, Chelsea
- Unique, industrial style venue
- Thousands of decor options included
- Catering not included in packages but have preferred vendors to work with
- Venue pricing starting at $6,000
- Detroit Whiskey Factory, Downtown Detroit
- Option to rent out first and second floors
- In-house liquor options
- Rooftop photo opportunity
- Must provide own catering
- The 5th, Novi
- Indoor and outdoor locations open for use
- Rooftop patio
Dog Friendly Metro Detroit Wedding Venues
Looking to include your fur baby in your wedding? Check out these dog-friendly Metro Detroit wedding venues. Some of these venues do have a weight limit for pets, or only allow them around for the ceremony, so be sure to check their guidelines before packing up your pet!
- The Graduate Hotel Ann Arbor
- Stonegate Farms, Lapeer
- Royal Park Hotel, Rochester Hills
- Cafe Cortina, Farmington Hills (outdoor patio)
- Planterra, West Bloomfield
- Detroit Whiskey Factory
Wedding Venues worth traveling to:
If you are willing to travel for your wedding to have the venue of your dreams, here are some venues that are worth traveling to! Many of these locations are in beautiful areas so you and your guests can make a little trip our of the wedding weekend.
- Castle Farms, Charlevoix
- Mackinac Island
- The Ivy House, Saugatuck
- Port 393, Holland
- Venue 3 Two
- The Chapel at New Richmond, Fennville
- Greencrest Manor, Battle Creek
Choosing the Right Wedding Venue
We know that finding the perfect wedding venue can take time. While this list is extensive, it’s definitely not a complete list of Metro Detroit wedding venues. If there is a venue we missed or you want to learn more about, let us know!
Did you find a venue you’re ready to book? Your next step will be to book your photographer and caterer! Contact us today to learn about our wedding photography services in Michigan!
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