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The Acorn Theatre
The Acorn Theater offers chic ambiance for 150+ with movie screen, 2 bars, dressing rooms, A/V, lighting board and catering kitchen. Angela Thompson or Heidi Tuthill, 269-756-3879
Arthur Dodd Memorial Park
Where memories are created through peaceful settings & rustic surroundings along the beautiful Dowagiac River. Five miles NE of Niles, near Sumnerville. 269-445-4456 NW of Niles.
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Blissful Barn
Ceremony and reception site with1800s barn seats 200 guests. Bride & groom suites with air, vintage props; patio overlooks stream, koi pond. Heat & air available. May-October. 574-344-7924
Blue Dress Barn
Ceremony and reception site with vintage barn for 280 people. Bridal Studio, garden areas and bonfire. 269-944-1751
Boulevard Inn & Bistro
The Boulevard Inn & Bistro have offerings for showers, rehearsal dinners, welcome parties, farewell brunches and small ceremonies/receptions. Allison Sherman, Director of Sales, 269-983-4518
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Cravings Bistro & Brew Pub
Cravings Bistro & Brew Pub offers two distinct areas: Tuscany-feel dining room or casual brew pub. Rehearsal dinners, showers and receptions. Seats 250. Brianna Rumery, Mgr, 269-934-9400
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Dr. TK Lawless Park
Colorful woodland backdrop in Vandalia features a find a beautiful stone fireplace in an open-air picnic shelter; holds 150 people. 269-445-4456 Vandalia
Dunes Pavilion (at Silver Beach County Park)
Pavilion on the sand overlooks Lake Michigan, north and south piers and St. Joseph River. Picnic tables for 50 people available. Your chair seating can accommodate 100. Full-day rentals only. Sue Patzer, 269-983-7111 ext. 8435
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Eden Springs Park at House of David
Eden Springs historic park can be rented for weddings, reunions and events. Beautiful 1950s terraced fountain backdrop. Miniature train rides for guests. RV, tent camping, rustic cabins. 80 people inside train depot, 150+ in park or your rented structure. 269-927-3302.
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Fernwood Botanical Garden
Weddings set among the gardens. Chef on staff. 269-695-6491
Four Winds Casino Resort
Ceremonies/reception at Silver Creek Event Center for 200-800 guests, rehearsal dinners at Hard Rock Cafe, Copper Rock or the Buffet for 20-100 people. 269-926-5216
Fred Russ Forest Park
In Decatur, creating memories within majestic hardwoods and scenic landscapes situated along the crystal-clear waters of Dowagiac Creek. 269-445-4456 Decatur
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Harbor Shores Golf Club
For wedding ceremonies: the Garden, adjacent to the Pavilion; for rehearsal dinners or receptions: the outdoor patio and bar seats 60; Pavilion seats 150-250. 269-277-5338
Heritage Museum & Cultural Center
Shepard Hall impresses with soaring ceilings, bright light, brass chandeliers and fairy-tale second-floor balcony; accommodates 300. Outdoor brick garden, pink parlor, caterer’s kitchen. Near downtown and beaches. Lana DeFrancesco, 269-983-1191
Hidden Pointe Event Center
Seats up to 540 for weddings, celebrations, fundraisers, business meetings. Also operate our Fun Park nearby with miniature golf, go-carts, battling cages, ice cream shop. Bob or Sibyl Kish, 269-325-5358
Hilton Garden Inn
Ballroom space for 300. Garden Bar & restaurant and 106 guest rooms onsite. Anne Vonk or Serena Delaney, 269-926-5000
Howard Bandshell
Downtown on the bluff seats 500 open air overlooking Lake Michigan with a view of the lighthouse. St. Joseph Parks Department: 269-983-6325
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Inn at Harbor Shores
Ballroom for 75-300 people, tent along the river, rooftop deck. Planks Tavern, The Spa and 92 guest rooms onsite. Kelsey Cheney, 269-408-9113 direct
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Journeyman Distillery
Warren Hall, expansive upstairs event space blends rustic & modern, forty 93" windows; seats 500 with your chair rental. The Still Room seats 100 for dining and 150 for reception, includes outdoor patio access. Lindsay Tschida, Event Sales Mgr, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., 269-820-2050
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Lake Bluff Park
Downtown on the bluff overlooking Lake Michigan with lighthouse view. St. Joseph Parks Department: 269-983-6325
LakeHouse Restaurant
Converted mansion has several rooms with Lake Michigan views, plus tented events. 269-982-8020.
Lake Michigan Gardens
4-season venue on 16 acres with woods, pond, flowers. Bridal & groom suites, club room with bar. Outdoor covered pavilion with gas grill, indoor space holds 250. Kristi Clark, 252-GARDENS.
Lake Michigan Golf Hills
Full-service with onsite catering and bar service. Banquet room overlooks a golf course, seats 200. Two outdoor ceremony sites. Kari Stevens, 269-849-2722 x10
Lake Michigan Overlook Deck at Rocky Gap Park
Located at Rocky Gap County Park on Lake Michigan, opened late 2016, seats 150 people outside with lake view. Sue Patzer, 269-983-7111 ex. 8435
Lions Park Beach
Downtown below the Bluff on Lake Michigan. Shelter 1 seats 48, Shelter 2 seats 48, Shelter 3 seats 80. St. Joseph Parks Department: 269-983-6325
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Maud Preston Palenske Library
Bridal ceremonies in the garden (view of Lake Michigan from bluff) for 175. Partial shade depends on time of day. Marsha at 269-983-7167
The Mendel Center
At Lake Michigan College, outdoor wedding sites; pond views. Grand Upton Hall seats 150-700. Catering services with their own chef. Ceremonies can be on stage. 269-927-8604
Michigan Flywheelers Museum
Historic barn, old-fashioned church and replica town on 80 acres makes this venue simply unique! 269-639-2010
Millcreek Barns
May-Oct in the country. Prairie-style barns with modern detail. Seats 250 inside/100 outside with your tent. Bridal studio. Dance Hall with optional cafe seating. 269-944-1751
The Morris Estate
The Chapel (180 guests) at The Morris Estate has been providing a breathtaking backdrop for weddings since 1938. This historic gem in southwest Michigan is a charming setting for ceremonies and receptions. Our experienced coordinators can transform your wedding vision into reality. Tent: 275p, Supper Club 150p. Amber at 269-684-4443.
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North Pier Brewing Company
Groups inside and outside on the shaded deck. Alternate food arrangements can be made. May close for private events (70p inside, 70p outside). Zack Rose, 269-757-7163
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The Oak Room
The Oak Room at the Citadel hosts 120 people dinner-seating and 175 people theater-style for wedding ceremonies, receptions and catered rehearsal dinners. Sarah Nadolski, 269-926-3059
Orchard Hills Country Club
Beautiful backdrop for weddings and receptions, seats 175; on-site catering & full bar. 269-695-5722
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Shadowland on Silver Beach
Lovely indoor site holds 300, located below the bluff near Silver Beach and across from Whirpool Compass Fountain. On-site liquor license. 269-982-8500
Shadowland Pavilion (at Silver Beach County Park)
Located at Silver Beach. Open-air pavilion on Lake Michigan with space to seat 250 in your rented chairs. Features large grass amphitheater between dune and river. Full-day rentals only. Sue Patzer, 269-983-7111 ext. 8435
Stonegate Manor
Set on an 11-acre estate crowned by the Manor House (circa 1847, rentable with 3 bdrm). Venue seats 160+ guests at round tables in 3600 sq ft air-conditioned space. Choose outdoor ceremony sites. Well-wishing pond, Bridge to Forever, covered porch, bridal suite. The Manor House ccommodates parties less than 35 and lodging for 4-7 people. Mid-May to mid-November. We are pet-friendly. Prudy or Tom Nelson, 269-930-0617
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Tosi's Restaurant
Tosi's Restaurant has Italian Courtyard and Saraceno Veranda setting for garden weddings. Private rooms for 18, 40 or 120 guests for reception, shower or rehearsal dinner. Jenn, 269-429-3689
Tower Hill Camp and Retreat Center
Set on 60 acres of forested landscapes in Sawyer, full kitchen staff, activities and lodging. Weddings, day celebrations. 269-426-3881
Tree-Mendus Fruit Farm
Rolling 500-acre fruit farm in Eau Claire has outdoor chapel area with pavilion in a serene, secluded area. 269-782-7101
12 Corners Winery
Nestled atop a hill overlooking vineyards. Celebrate your union in an amazing tented wedding experience. 269-927-1512
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Veranda at the Whitcomb
Pillared space with two open sides accommodates 300 guests in downtown St. Joseph with Lake Michigan view. On-site catering, hosted bar service and full-service event coordination. Dressing rooms. Kristin Cornell, 888-785-6377
Vineyard 2121
Multiple areas to exchange vows overlooking vineyards and woods. Event tent for reception holds 225 guests. Deb, 269-849-0109
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Weko Beach & Weko Beach House
Beautiful location in Bridgman for ceremonies on the sand; no roping off or tent. The Beach House venue is open off-season for small weddings up to 72 people. Single restrooms in Beach House. Matt, 269-465-5407, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
