Venues

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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. Sandra Thompson, 269-756-3879; Three Oaks. 

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 with 1800s barn seats 200 guests. Bride & groom suites with air, vintage props; patio overlooks stream, koi pond. Heat available. May-October. Sharon Steinkraus, owner: 574-344-7924; Three Oaks.

Blue Dress Barn
Ceremony and reception site with vintage barn for 280 people. Bridal Studio, garden areas and bonfire. 269-944-1751; Benton Harbor.

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; St. Joseph.

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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; St. Joseph.

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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. Cindi Nowlen, 269-927-3302; Benton Harbor.

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Fernwood Botanical Garden
Indoor facilities include the Sims Education Center (150p), Clark Gallery (125p), Summer House and Meeting House. Outdoor receptions include Dovecote in the Cottage Garden and the Perennial Garden. Reservation fees include admission to Fernwood. JML Catering provides menus. Heidi Tuthill (Rentals & Visitor Services Coordinator) or Nikki Small (Catering Coordinator) 269-695-6491, Heidi Tuthill; Niles.

Four Winds Casino Resort
Ceremonies/reception at Silver Creek Event Center for 200-800 guests, rehearsal dinners at Hard Rock Cafe (now the only Hard Rock in Michigan!), Copper Rock or the Buffet for 20-100 people. 269-926-5216; New Buffalo.

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; Benton Harbor. 

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. Jean Bradley, 269-983-1191; St. Joseph.

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; Benton Harbor.

Hilton Garden Inn
Ballroom space for 300. Garden Bar & restaurant and 106 guest rooms onsite. Anne Vonk or Serena Delaney, 269-926-5000; Benton Harbor.

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; St. Joseph.

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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. ElizaBeth Hacker, 269-408-9114 direct; St. Joseph.

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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; Three Oaks.

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Lake Bluff Park
Downtown on the bluff overlooking Lake Michigan with lighthouse view. St. Joseph Parks Department: 269-983-6325; St. Joseph.

LakeHouse Restaurant
Converted mansion has several rooms with Lake Michigan views, plus tented events. Paige Colvin, Events Manager, 269-982-8020, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.; St. Joseph.

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; Benton Harbor.

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; Benton Harbor.

Lehman's Orchard Brewery & Farmhouse
Hickory Room, Cherry Room and outdoor patio overlook McCoy Pond Park. Catering and beverage menus make for an easy, all-inclusive special event. Debra at 269-362-4063; Buchanan. 

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; St. Joseph.

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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; St. Joseph.

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. Stephanie Steele, 269-927-8174; Benton Harbor.

Michigan Flywheelers Museum
Charming historic barn, old-fashioned church and replica small town set on 80 acres makes this venue simply unique! 269-639-2010; South Haven.

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; Watervliet.

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; Niles.

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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; Benton Harbor.

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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; Benton Harbor.

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Shadowland on Silver Beach
Lovely indoor site holds 300, located below the bluff near Silver Beach and across from Whirlpool Compass Fountain. On-site liquor license. 269-982-8500; St. Joseph.

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; St. Joseph.

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; Benton Harbor.

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Tabor Hill Winery & Restaurant
Set among 50 acres of vineyards, the 4000 sq ft, glass-enclosed outdoor Estate Tent hosts 250 guests. The Vineyard Room offers flexible seating for up to 50p with vineyard view. The Grand Mark Room seats up to 80p with bar service, 180° vineyard view, stone fireplace and vaulted ceiling. Hillary Casey, 269-422-1161; Buchanan.

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. Can open for lunch group of 25 or more. Closed Sunday. Jennifer Fleeman, 269-429-3689; Stevensville.

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; Eau Claire.

12 Corners Winery
Nestled atop a hill overlooking vineyards. Celebrate your union in an amazing tented wedding experience. 269-927-1512; Benton Harbor.

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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; St. Joseph.

Vineyard 2121
Multiple areas to exchange vows overlooking vineyards and woods. Event tent for reception holds 225 guests. Deb, 269-849-0109; Benton Harbor.

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Weko Beach & Weko Beach House
Beautiful location in Bridgman for ceremonies on the sand (no roping off or tent), reunions, parties. The Beach House venue is now open year 'round for 100 people. Single restrooms in Beach House. Milo; 269-930-2476, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.; Bridgman.