30 Unconventional Detroit Wedding Venues [2025]
Is celebrating your love in a Detroit wedding venue that checks everything on your list a top priority? If yes, this article is for you. We’re reviewing 30 Detroit wedding venues the perks, and things to look out for before booking your event. This article includes wedding venues that cater to all wedding needs in Detroit—ranging from historic mansions, waterfront locations, ballrooms, and theatres, including venues that can accommodate up to 1000 guests, and as small as 10 guests.
Whether you’re searching for an indoor Detroit wedding venue, an outdoor one, a suburban venue, or perhaps you like unconventional, there’s always one for you in Detroit.
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Indoor Detroit Wedding Venues
Do you need a place to keep your guests away from the raging heat, rain, and snowy weather? These venues are for you:
Shinola Hotel – Modern Elegance in Downtown Detroit
1400 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI 48226, United States // +1 313-356-1400
This 4-star hotel nestled in the heart of the city is best known for its tastefully designed interiors and hospitality. Spacious accommodations with hardwood flooring and loft-style windows are available for couples and guests before, during, and after the wedding weekend.
Shinola Hotel offers has an array of spaces to pick from—the Bixby Hall, with its charming fireplace and striking chandeliers, can host up to 180 guests, while a sunroom-style Birdy room which has a private garden can accommodate about 160 guests in a standing reception and 70 in an intimate seating arrangement. For a more intimate wedding of 10-36 guests, the San Morello private dining room is available.
This indoor Detroit wedding venue is all-inclusive—there’s catering, onsite amenities, and an event specialist to work with you and your planner to ensure that everything goes smoothly.
Also, check out our detailed review of the Shinola Hotel for our client’s wedding.
The Masonic Temple – Grand, Historic, and Opulent
500 Temple St, Detroit, MI 48201, United States // +1 313-832-7100
The Masonic Temple is an architectural wonder. It comprises seven differently designed event spaces to accommodate all kinds of weddings—small, luxurious, intimate, and themed. If you’re seeking a unique fusion of vintage and modern elegance, the temple theatre has a main auditorium with a maximum seating capacity of 4,404 that’s perfect for you.
But if a space shaped exactly like a cathedral is what fits your wedding vision best, there’s one adjacent to the main auditorium that can fit as many as 1,513 guests.
The crystal ballroom with a capacity of 550 has an Italian décor that will bring your fairytale and romantic indoor wedding vision to life. If small and intimate is your theme, then the Greek Ionic Room with a carrying capacity of 135 should be just fine. The Parlor Room, Mezzanine Lounge, and Drill Hall in the Masonic Temple are also a sight for sore eyes.
Detroit Institute of Arts – An Artistic Backdrop for a Timeless Wedding
5200 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI 48202, United States // +1 313-833-7900
Imagine saying I do to your love in an open floor venue, with tall sweeping windows, mirrored walls, and surrounded by Diego Rivera’s famous murals. How about a backdrop of Romare Bearden’s tiled mosaic? Breathtaking, right? That’s the beauty of this Detroit indoor wedding venue.
With nine unique wedding spaces to choose from, not many other venues can rival The Detroit Institute of Arts when it comes to beauty, culture, arts, and elegance. The Crystal Gallery can be used to host up to 70 wedding guests during an intimate ceremony, while the Prentis Court and Walter B. Ford Great Hall can be used for weddings of up to 300 guests.
This aesthetically pleasing venue is perfect for art lovers, and cultural enthusiasts, and includes in-house catering services.
The Westin Book Cadillac Detroit—Historic Grandeur with modern amenities
1114 Washington Boulevard, Detroit, MI 48226, United States // +1 313-442-1600
Celebrate your love against a backdrop of over a century's worth of history. The Westin Book Cadillac Detroit offers an unmatched view of the Detroit River. It’s equipped with nineteen exquisite event spaces that include, the Woodward Ballroom with a capacity of 800, Venetian Ballroom that sits up to 250 in banquet style, an Italian Garden, an Esquire Room, a Michigan Room, and Windsor room with a carrying capacity of 30. All of these venues are available to cater to whatever size of guest list you have planned for your big day.
Additionally, there are over 400 rooms and suites available in this venue for couples and their guests to stay during the wedding weekend.
The Garden Theatre – Renovated Charm with Urban Flair
333 Madison Street, Detroit, MI 48226, United States // +1 313-463-4215
Built in 1903 by the Twentieth Century Association, this charming space had operated as a restaurant, and even a movie theatre before its closure in 1978. Interestingly, in 1990, Charles Forbes began renovation of this space and has since restored the building to its original Arts and Craft Style, while meticulously preserving architectural artifacts.
Currently, The Garden Theatre features two iconic wedding spaces—Gem Theatre and Colony Club, that are perfect for your indoor wedding celebrations in Detroit. Both venues can comfortably accommodate as many as 450 wedding guests.
Detroit Athletic Club – Iconic Sophistication and Exclusivity
241 Madison Street, Detroit, MI 48226 // +1 313-963-9200
Located just across the street from Detroit’s historic music hall at the center of the sports and theater district, this seven-story clubhouse boasts eye-catching rooftop views and beautiful backgrounds. Detroit Athletic Club offers everything you need for your traditional, yet sophisticated and detail-oriented wedding.
The elegant ballroom here can accommodate up to 400 guests for a seated setting, and twice that number for a standing reception. For a smaller wedding, the Grand Dining Room, Grill Room, and Gatsby Room can be used.
Booking this venue gives you access to a wide range of catering options and beverage packages.
The customer service is best described as exceptional.
Sadly, on-site accommodation is not available at the moment, but there are plenty of hotels located within walking distance.
Michigan Central Station
2001 15th Street, Detroit, MI 48216, United States
Once abandoned, this Detroit wedding venue celebrates style, uniqueness, and historic charm with a blend of modern amenities. Michigan Central Station has been renovated and transformed into a collection of spaces for your wedding celebrations of up to 1,000 guests. The open grand hall, historically restored detailed reading room, South concourse under the city’s skylight, four terraces, and rose garden are all currently available for bookings.
It’s perfect for couples who are looking to be surrounded by Detroit’s rich history.
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Outdoor Detroit Wedding Venues
If being confined within the walls of a building is not exactly what you need for your wedding, then, these outdoor Detroit wedding venues are waiting to host you and your loved ones:
Belle Isle Casino—Waterfront Charm with a Historic Background
Casino Way, Detroit, MI 48224, United States // +1 313-821-9844
Unlike the name might suggest, this is no longer a working casino, it’s a Detroit wedding venue situated on Belle Isle Park. In 1908, Belle Isle Casino which was designed by Van Leyen and Schilling was opened to replace an old wooden one that the town had outgrown.
Renting the Belle Isle Casino gives you access to the upper and lower floors. The entryway can also be used to set up for cocktails and photos.
Aside from offering a view of the city’s skyline, this Detroit wedding venue is best suited for couples looking to host about 200 guests or less.
Belle Isle Conservatory
4 Inselruhe Avenue, Detroit, MI 48207, United States // +1 313-821-9844
Also known as the Anna Scripps Whitcomb Conservatory, this Detroit wedding venue has a botanical garden and a greenhouse. Couples who love to be surrounded by natural greenery, come here to have their wedding ceremonies and receptions. The charming beauty of Belle Isle Conservatory, including the historic glass dome provides a fairytale setting for your big day.
Please note that permits are required for all professional photo shoots while using this venue, which is something your Detroit Wedding Planner can handle for you.
The Whitney—A historical mansion with stunning outdoor spaces
4421 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI 48201, United States // +1 313-832-5700
This Detroit wedding venue has been termed romantic for the longest time and is housed by David Whitney Jr.’s Woodward Avenue Mansion. The Gardens are available as a unique oasis for summer weddings. Two spaces are also available for indoor weddings—the Second Floor Great Hall and the Second Floor Landing. Furnished in luxurious woods, the former can seat up to forty guests in a small, intimate wedding celebration. However, with its elegant tiffany stained-glass window, the latter can host up to sixty guests.
As a rule, The Whitney does not host wedding ceremonies in December. Also, outside food and beverages are not allowed in the bridal suite.
Roostertail—Elegant Waterfront views
100 Marquette Drive, Detroit, MI 48214, United States // +1 313-822-1234
Set along the Detroit River, Roostertail is considered to be one of Detroit’s first of many waterfront wedding venues. Even, it’s the only Detroit venue with three separate views of the water. So, if that’s your kind of scene, then, these glass-enclosed spaces are waiting to be booked by you.
The Marine Room has the ever-stunning Detroit Skyline as a backdrop and can be used for both intimate and grand weddings, as it seats up to 300 guests.
Palm River Room leaves your jaw-dropping with a view of the city and waterfront and has a balcony for your guests to talk, drink, and share laughter. It can accommodate as many as 800 guests. For more intimate weddings, The Club which still offers a view of the Detroit River is available for you to host your 55 guests or less.
The Scarab Club—Private Walled Garden
217 Farnsworth Street, Detroit, MI 48202, United States // +1 313-306-9191
For couples who prefer artistic backdrops for their Detroit wedding celebration, The Scarab Club is your go-to venue. With an Art Deco style Lounge and a gorgeous art gallery, this indoor wedding venue in Detroit is guaranteed to make your wedding day feel just like it—beautiful and special.
Built to accommodate a seating capacity of 85 people and a strolling capacity of 125, couples who find eccentric and artistic surroundings exciting will enjoy having their weddings here.
Waterview Loft at Port Detroit—stunning views of the Detroit River
130 Atwater Street, Detroit, MI 48226, United States // +1 313-307-4925
Ideal for couples who’d love to have their wedding ceremony and reception in the same venue, but in different customizable settings. Waterview Loft will open its Conservatory to you for your ceremony of up to 225 guests in a white garden chair sitting arrangement. After you’ve said I do, you would move to the Loft upstairs to continue your celebration of love. This contemporary loft space is also designed to hold an equal number of guests as the conservatory and allows you up to five hours of exclusive use.
Another perk to this Detroit wedding venue is the lounge, which can be used to host your late-night after-party.
Edsel & Eleanor Ford House
1100 Lake Shore Road, Grosse Pointe Shores, MI 48236, United States // +1 313-884-4222
Now, another beautiful addition to the great number of Detroit wedding venues, but was once the home of Edsel and Eleanor Ford. A little context: Edsel Ford was the son of Henry Ford and an executive at Ford Motor Company. It is situated on Gaukler Point, on the shore of Lake St. Clair, a freshwater lake that lies between Ontario and the state of Michigan.
If you want to enjoy the beautiful sight of Lake St. Clair while dancing the evening away in the arms of your lover, then the Lake Shore Room in Edsel and Eleanor House is perfect for your wedding. With a capacity of 180 seated guests, this venue can accommodate all your friends and family members who are waiting to bear witness to your love and happiness. For a lesser number of guests of about 40, the St. Clair Room with stunning views of Bird Island and Ford Cove would be ideal.
Cranbrook House and Gardens
380 Lone Pine Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304, United States // +1 248-645-3147
Cranbrook House and Gardens view is out of this world! No wonder it’s highly rated. This Arts-and-Crafts-style estate is a masterpiece of architectural beauty, and was once the family home of Cranbrook’s founders, George and Ellen Booth, from 1908 until 1949. Due to preservation concerns, Cranbrook House and Gardens no longer rent out its space for weddings. However, if you want this place to be a part of your love story, just as it was for Cranbrook’s founders, you can propose to your lover here, out in the gardens, surrounded by beautiful flowers, lakes, and streams.
Detroit Yacht Club -DYC
1 Riverbank Road, Belle Isle Detroit, MI 48207, United States // +1 313-824-1200
Founded in 1868, the Detroit Yacht Club is another outstanding Detroit wedding venue. Also, known as DYC, you’ll find this incredible venue, off of the famous Belle Isle, sitting pretty on its own island. The Mediterranean-styled building has a Grand Ballroom for weddings of 400 guests and below. But if smaller weddings of a hundred guests and less is what you dream of, there are other event rooms here that will perfectly match your vision.
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Unique & Unconventional Detroit Wedding Venues
These are Detroit wedding venues that cater to couples who are seeking for settings that do not conform to traditional societal norms, settings and expectations.
Ford Piquette Avenue Plant Museum—Industrial charm
461 Piquette Avenue, Detroit, MI 48202, United States // +1 313-872-8759
Ford Piquette Avenue Plant Museum is popular for being the birthplace of the Ford Model T car, but do you also know that it is one of the best unconventional Detroit wedding venues? It’s also one of the most significant automotive heritage sites in the entire world. For lovers of automobiles, there’s no better place to tell your love story than this place.
To make the day more eventful, there’s a Model T, available for your guests to sit in the driver’s seat and just enjoy the feel of the car that puts the world on wheels.
There are five different spaces available for your choosing—Piquette assembly room, museum second floor, theatre only, Milwaukee Junction Room, museum second/ third floor.
Eastern Market—Vibrant and eclectic backdrop
Detroit, Michigan, United States
Since the 1800s, Eastern Market has provided the people of Michigan and neighboring communities with fresh foods, fruits, and vegetables. It has also served people who are looking to experience Detroit’s culture through crafts and locally made products. Unfortunately, this venue is not available for use on Saturdays. So, it’s typically available for couples who are seeking something different, something unconventional—like a weekday wedding. Sheds 2, 3, and 5 are available for full-day or half-day rental. All Sheds are built to accommodate over a thousand people. So, if you’re thinking of an unconventional wedding venue in Detroit, think of this historical market.
Jam Handy—Fun, artistic space for intimate weddings
2900 E Grand Boulevard, Detroit, MI 48202, United States
First used as a film production sound stage for thirty years, from 1930, by a company called the Jam Handy Organization. Currently, the building stands as the only remaining one of the Jam Handy Organization. So, if you’re a couple seeking to have your wedding in an artistic venue that tells the story of Detroit’s film industry, then, Jam Handy is perfect for you to bring that dream to reality.
Lovers of art and all things retro will find the walls of this building a perfect backdrop, too. If unconventional is your style, consider using minimal décor and just soak in the beauty of this place on your wedding day.
The Whiskey Factory—Rustic and Urban Vibes
1000 Maple Street, Detroit, MI 48207, United States // +1 313-656-4528
Is your love story one of a kind? Perhaps, you met your lover in a bar, or on a drunken night? Whatever the story is, The Whiskey Factory is here to serve.
This unconventional yet unique wedding venue in Detroit provides your guests with a glimpse into what it takes to make the best whiskey in the state. Guests are also allowed to gather around and experience the feel of an original 1920s Detroit vintage bar. Exciting.
The Whiskey Factory can accommodate up to 200 guests, while also providing on-site parking.
Highlands Detroit—Skyline views from the 72nd floor of the GM Renaissance Center
400 Renaissance Center Floor 71, Detroit, MI 48242 // +1 313-877-9090
The view here is enchanting, dazzling, and pleasing to the eyes of any couple and their guests. It’s everything you’ve dreamed of. People go up here on a regular day to just take in the sight of it. Highlands Detroit is hands-down one of the best unconventional wedding venues to ever exist.
Weddings are usually hosted in The Ballroom on the 72nd floor, with an incredible 360-degree view of the city. If your guest list falls within the range of 1-300, consider checking out this waterfront location. The chairs and tables are also available for your use.
Guardian Building—Premier event space
500 Griswold Street, Detroit, MI 48226, United States // +1 313-963-4567
This finely built skyscraper has been designated a National Historical Landmark. A little digging into the history of Guardian Building shows it was opened in 1929 as the Union Trust Building. It’s 486 feet long and houses 40 floors of beautiful spaces. However, the promenade and the Guardian club on the 32nd floor are available for wedding rentals, and they sit up to 250 guests each. Aside from the building, some of the best spots to capture in your wedding photos are the cathedral ceiling in the Promenade, the five-story Michigan Mural that was created by Ezra Winter, the Tiffany clock, or the art décor space in the Guardian Club. Having this amount of history and beauty surround you on your wedding day is guaranteed to add color to it.
The Fillmore Detroit
2115 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI 48201, United States // +1313-961-5451
Built in 1925, The Fillmore Detroit is located in the heart of Detroit’s entertainment District, and it comes highly recommended for fans of music, and lovers of good melodic sound.
There are four spaces here that all look like pages of a Regency-era romance storybook—Main Lobby, Main Floor, Music Hall Mezzanine, and Grand Lobby. Even with a guest list of as many as 1850 guests, this venue should be just fine.
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Greater Detroit & Suburban Detroit Wedding Venues
If you want to have your wedding right in Detroit but not at the city’s center, these venues are for you:
Planterra Conservatory (West Bloomfield) – Year-round Greenhouse Elegance
7315 Drake Road, West Bloomfield Township, MI 48322, United States // +1 248-661-1591
If a garden wedding is what you’re seeking, then, hold on tight. Only opened in 2010, the Planterra Conservatory was named one of the Best Venues in America by Brides Magazine. It uniquely combines nature and modernity to make sure you and your guests leave the venue with great stories to tell.
We love that this venue takes most of the stress off your shoulders by offering in-house design, floral, food, beverages, and valent services. There’s a team of coordinators and designers who’ll work tirelessly to see you smile heartily before and during your big day.
Shepherd’s Hollow Golf Club (Clarkston) – Glass-enclosed venue surrounded by pines
9085 Big Lake Road, Village of Clarkston, MI 48346, United States // +1 248-922-0300
Wow! That was the first word that came to mind at the sight of Shepherd’s Hollow Golf Club. Inspired by a 19th-century European train station, this suburban wedding venue in Detroit is completely enclosed in a glass framework, and situated in a Michigan pine forest with pines reaching as high as 70 feet. To add to its charm and beauty, it also overlooks a lake.
There are gas lanterns perfectly lined around the terrace here, making it a charming spot for cocktail hour.
A bridal suite, set up, tear down, servers, bartenders, and even a 5-hour premium bar are available when you book Shepherd’s Hollow Golf Club. At the moment, the venue is only able to accommodate a maximum of 350 guests.
Daxton Hotel (Birmingham) – Chic and sophisticated
298 S Old Woodward Avenue, Birmingham, MI 48009, United States
The Magnificent Daxton Hotel is located in the heart of downtown Birmingham Michigan, and comes in handy for couples who’re inviting a lot of out-of-town guests. The Daxton Hotel management allows couples to reserve as many as 25 rooms for their guests, beforehand.
The current spaces available for wedding rental include: Salon I, Salon II, Madam, Mezzanine, Parlor I, Parlor II, Mezzanine II, Wine Room, and Private Dining Room. The minimum capacity stands at 8, and the maximum is 200. Also, if your wedding is a large one, of more than 200 guests, Daxton Hotel gives you the option of renting Madam Restaurant as an additional space.
The Henry Ford Museum-Lovett Hall (Dearborn) – Iconic and historic
20900 Oakwood, Dearborn, MI 48124, United States // +1 313-982-6100
Step into the mind-blowing place where some of the greatest names in history were hosted by Henry Ford. The Henry Ford Museum (Lovett Hall) is simply a work of art. Crystal chandeliers, polished teakwood floors, and a balcony out front complement the beauty of this work of architecture. There’s also a 14-foot high ceiling which most couples prefer to use for their ceremonies, before proceeding into Lovett Hall for their reception.
This suburban Detroit wedding venue is the definition of class and elegance.
Meadow Brook Hall (Rochester)
350 Estate Drive, Rochester, MI 48309, United States // +1 248-364-6200
This suburban Detroit wedding venue is a 1920s 110-room mansion, built in Tudor-revival style. That is a steep roof, prominent chimneys, fireplaces, and an asymmetrical interior layout. There are indoor and outdoor spaces, including a garden for your use, in Meadow Brook Hall.
This venue offers you exclusive use of the estate, a tour of the historic mansion that has since become a National landmark, and a dressing area.
The Community House (Birmingham)
380 S Bates Street, Birmingham, MI 48009, United States // +1 248-644-5832
Currently one of The Knots Best of Weddings Hall of Fame, The Community House is one of the best places to begin your journey to Happily Ever After. The event space here is named The Mary Ann and Richard Wallace Ballroom, and is perfect for a wedding of up to 230 guests. There’s a built-in dance floor to make the moment extra special.
The tented terrace can serve as a space for your cocktail and ceremony.
Longacre House (Farmington Hills)
24705 Farmington Road, Farmington Hills, MI 48336, United States // +1 234-477-8404
This Detroit wedding venue is a full-service banquet facility located in Heritage Park.
From well-kept gardens which can be used for ceremonies, to a wedding hall that can hold as many as 130 guests, Longacre House is where every couple’s vision comes to life. The food here and the customer service speak for themselves.
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How to Choose Your Perfect Detroit Wedding Venue
From the modern elegance of the Shinola Hotel, and the historic background of the Masonic Temple, to the waterfront charm of the Belle Isle Casino, Detroit has so much to offer couples. All of these venues are awesome, and ready to make your wedding a dream come true. Be that as it may, there are things you need to consider before choosing your perfect Detroit wedding venue, as it is one of the most important tasks during your wedding planning.
Below are seven key steps to follow, if you’re looking to learn how to choose your perfect Detroit wedding venue:
Take time to figure out the significance of the wedding venue
For some couples, a wedding venue is just a place to say their vows, drink, dance, and wrap it up. For others, a wedding venue means so much—it could be a place to honor their love, a place that tells the story of their love, or just another symbolic element in their journey towards a lasting union.
Whatever the case may be, knowing what the significance is will guide you on how to choose the best one for you and your lover.
Keep your budget in mind
After learning the significance of a wedding venue for you, and have narrowed the list to include only historic, unconventional, luxury venues. The next step to help you strike out a few venues from the list is your budget.
Budget plays an important role in how to choose your perfect Detroit wedding venue. While some venues are affordable, others are expensive, depending on what each venue has to offer.
Find out the perks of booking each venue
Is the venue all-inclusive? Or do you have to rent your chairs, tables, and linens, and also set up and tear them down? Find these out, and narrow your list even further.
If you want to hire additional vendors for catering, tear down and set up, and interior design services, then, pick a venue that aligns with that vision. But if that’s not your goal, find a venue that already has these things in place.
Finalize or have an estimate of the guest count
Think about your guest list before saying yes to any wedding venue in Detroit. For a wedding of up to one thousand guests, the Michigan Central Station will be a better fit than the Waterview Loft at Port Detroit.
A too-small venue might feel restricted, and make your guests uncomfortable. A venue that’s too big, with guests thrown haphazardly around the room, might defeat the entire purpose of a wedding celebration which is to bring people together, share laughter, mingle, and enjoy good moments.
Consider Amenities
Does your guest list include people from out of town? Does the venue have accommodation for these guests or do they have to find hotel rooms in other places?
A venue like Daxton Hotel allows you to reserve rooms for your guests, and send them a link to make payment. This is easier than driving around at the end of the wedding and searching for a hotel room.
Think of the venue’s accessibility
The location of your venue can impact your guests' experience. Shepherd’s Hollow Golf Club, though beautiful, might be harder to access for certain guests, due to its location. While choosing a wedding venue in Detroit, pick one that is convenient and easily accessible to your guests.
Review the venue’s policies
Some venues give you a full-day access to its amenities after payment is made. But for some others, you only have about four hours for your reception, and thirty minutes for the ceremony.
Some outdoor venues require certain permits. Others have vendors they require you to work with only.
Do well to review the policies of each venue, and see to it that it’s convenient before booking. Don’t forget to visit your selected wedding venue before making payment.
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Seasonal Considerations for Detroit Wedding Venues
Detroit experiences four seasons—hot summers, cold winters, mild spring, and pleasant fall. Each of these seasons comes with its unique challenges and joy. Understanding seasonal considerations for Detroit wedding venues is just as important as learning how to choose the right one.
Here, we’ll guide you on how to make the most of the magic each season has to offer:
Summer weddings in Detroit
Summers in Detroit are usually quite warm and humid, making it a peak wedding season. During this time, Detroit outdoor wedding venues such as Belle Isle Conservatory, Belle Isle Casino, The Whitney, Detroit Yacht Club, and Roostertail, are ideal.
Summer Considerations include:
While summer in Detroit is generally warm, heatwaves can happen. So, have a cooling option as your plan B. These options include Chilled towels, shades, fans, parasols, and misting fans.
Summers are peak wedding seasons, so do well to book your preferred Detroit wedding venue months ahead.
To get the most out of the weather, consider scheduling your ceremonies and receptions in the evenings, rather than afternoons.
The theme of your wedding should encourage guests to dress in light and breathable fabrics.
Take advantage of the season by using flowers such as roses and lilies for your décor, as they’re blooming.
Spring weddings in Detroit
Bloom of beauty is mostly what spring season in Detroit is all about. This time, outdoor venues or glass-enclosed indoor venues surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens are usually prioritized when picking a Detroit wedding venue.
Belle Isle Conservatory and Planterra Conservatory are perfect for a Spring wedding.
Spring Considerations include:
Always make plans for when the April rain showers begin, as they’re quite common. A backup indoor venue is advised for those choosing to wed in the outdoors.
Spring is perfect for fresh, seasonal flowers like peonies and lilacs, which can be cut and used as decorations, bouquets, centerpieces, and boutonnieres.
Spring is also a popular season amongst couples, so plan and book your venues early.
Provide blankets or wraps for when the temperatures dip, especially if your wedding is in early spring.
Including foods that are in season such as leafy greens, tomatoes, and carrots, in your menu might be a good way to save cost.
Winter Weddings in Detroit
The snowy lands and backdrops in Detroit during the winter are amazing and can make your wedding photos feel fresh out of a fairytale magazine. To get the full benefits of this season, consider indoor wedding venues, as they’ll provide you and your guests with the needed warmth.
Winter Considerations include:
Venues are priced lower, as this is not a peak season in Detroit.
Accessibility should be considered while choosing a venue, as the snowy grounds can make it a bit difficult for guests to get around.
Venues with on-site accommodation for couples and guests should be at the top of the list.
A wedding theme that encourages the wearing of gloves and furs, would be nice during the winter.
Pick venues with indoor heating options.
Fall Weddings in Detroit
Fall in Detroit is a stunning season, complete with gorgeous foliage, and mild temperatures. It’s considered a romantic season too, due to the colorfulness of the season. This might be the best season to host weddings in artistic, historic, or unconventional venues like Edsel & Eleanor Ford House, The Scarab Club, and The Garden Theatre.
Fall Considerations include:
Temperature is usually mild, but make plans for when it changes.
It’s the season of romance, so venues and vendors might be slightly expensive compared to winter and early spring
If you’re looking to host your wedding in the evening, consider extra lighting as days are significantly shorter during fall season.
Conclusion: Detroit Wedding Venues
Detroit has so much to offer in terms of wedding venues—there are indoor, outdoor, unconventional, and even waterfront locations. All you have to do is pick any one of these Detroit wedding venues that align with your vision and match the aesthetics you hope your big day will have.
But before choosing a wedding venue, make sure to find out if the size matches your guest list, note the amenities available for your use, and calmly review the venue’s policies. These will help you and your wedding planner pick well.
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