- Are there outdoor wedding venues in Michigan?
- Couples seeking an outdoor wedding venue in Michigan are in luck – the state offers a wide choice of very impressive outdoor wedding venues which are all pretty remarkable in their own way.
- Do outdoor wedding venues in Michigan offer both indoor and outdoor options?
- While most outdoor wedding venues combine an outdoor ceremony with some form of indoor reception, there are a few venues which give you the chance to have your entire celebration outdoors.
- Are barn weddings popular in Michigan?
- If you love the idea of staging your reception in a delightful old barn, you have plenty to choose from as well.
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1. Zingerman’s Cornman Farms, Dexter
Whether your wedding vision includes an intimate small gathering or a mammoth celebration for up to 300 people, Zingerman’s Cornman Farms offers an ideal setting. At the heart of this venue lies the Zingerman philosophy that nothing beats a great meal, cooked and served with love, to bring people together. To make your day extra special their chef will completely tailor your catering to suit your theme, your memories and your style. The outdoor ceremony areas can be decorated just the way you want it and every detail will be taken care of by the enthusiastic on-site event coordinator so that you can relax and enjoy your big day.
Zingerman’s Cornman Farms, 8540 Island Lake Rd, Dexter, MI 48130, Phone: 734-619-8100
2. Castle in the Country B&B Inn, South Allegan
If you are looking for something a little different for your wedding or elopement in the Allegan area, Castle in the Country B&B Inn may be just right for you. The inn specializes in destination weddings for elopements, intimate weddings or larger celebrations for up to 150 people. On-site accommodation includes 10 beautifully appointed guest rooms and suites and a range of fully inclusive packages are available to choose from. There are beautiful outdoor ceremony areas (with indoor back-up), plenty of lovely outdoor photo backdrops and you and your guests will have the run of the property when you book a weekend wedding celebration.
Castle in the Country B&B Inn, 340 M-40 South Allegan, MI 49010, Phone: 269-673-8054
3. Waterview Loft at Port Detroit
The sleek and modern Waterview Loft at Port Detroit is the closest you can get to an outdoor wedding space while still enjoying the reassurance that an all-weather venue brings. The loft has expansive floor to ceiling windows overlooking the Detroit River and the Canadian skyline. Ceremonies are set up in the beautiful conservatory which can be dressed up to your heart’s desire and can seat up to 225 guests. After you have exchanged vows you and your guests can move into the Main Loft for a sophisticated strolling dinner or to the Upper Loft for a formal seated dinner. While you enjoy dinner the conservatory will be transformed into an elegant lounge for dancing and mingling.
Waterview Loft at Port Detroit, 130E Atwater Street, Detroit, MI 48226, Phone: 313-307-4925
4. Hidden Vineyard Wedding Barn, Berrien Springs
The epitome of rustic country charm, the Hidden Vineyard Wedding Barn in Berrien Springs is located on a historic working farm which boasts acres of meadows, fields, vineyards and forests to form the backdrop to your perfect outdoor wedding. You can choose from a variety of delightful outdoor spaces for your ceremony and your photographer will be spoiled for choice of photographic backdrops. The large covered deck is an ideal option for pre-reception drinks and the beautifully restored old barn offers an irresistibly romantic setting for your reception. All your tables, chairs, podiums and lighting are included in your wedding package and everything else can be sourced through the property’s Wedding Agent.
Hidden Vineyard Wedding Barn, 6337 Snyder Rd, Berrien Springs, MI 49103, Phone: 269-408-6082
5. Birchview Outdoor Wedding and Event Center, Linden
Offering the ideal combination of rustic charm, elegance and versatility, the Birchview Outdoor Wedding and Event Center is located on the Meuller’s Orchard and Cider Mill in Linden. This is a purpose-built event venue which offers everything you need for your dream outdoor venue. At the heart of the center is a lovely pine-wood barn which has a spacious bridal suite on the upper floor and plenty of downstairs room to accommodate your bar, buffet and dancing area. An additional open-sided wedding pavilion is ideal for fair-weather receptions and there is also a charming Ceremony Area with a romantic pergola. The spacious orchards and grounds are a great backdrop for your photos.
Birchview Outdoor Wedding and Event Center, 16300 Linden Rd, Linden, MI 48451, Phone: 810-814-0082
6. Brick Walker Tavern and Rustic Barn, Brooklyn
The historic Brick Walker Tavern and Rustic Barn were originally built in 1853 and were extensively renovated in 2013, to provide the ideal combination of rustic charm and modern conveniences like heating, cooling and closed-circuit video. Here you and your guests can celebrate your wedding in style, exchanging your vows outside in the spacious grounds in front of the rustic barn. There is a covered deck area and a fire pit area, both of which are great for cocktail hour. The lovely old barn is filled with period pieces and will be dressed up with romantic lighting and décor items to suit your reception theme. The Tavern building has twelve suites for guests and the venue offers an inclusive weekend wedding package which includes a Friday rehearsal dinner and an intimate Sunday brunch.
Brick Walker Tavern and Rustic Barn, 11705 US-12, Brooklyn, MI 49230, Phone: 517-358-3201
7. Castle Farms, Charlevoix
Offering a fairy-tale setting to suit the most particular bride and her Prince Charming, Castle Farms is a captivating wedding and event venue located in Charlevoix, Northern Michigan. The venue offers couples the chance to totally customize a choice of indoor/outdoor spaces to perfectly fit their particular style and theme. Imagine intricate stonework, towers and turrets as a backdrop to your outdoor or courtyard ceremony, while elaborate indoor/outdoor ballrooms and terraces set the scene for your elegant reception. There are several outdoor areas for dramatic photography and for your guests to mingle and enjoy cocktails. Venue rental packages include the services of dedicated event coordinators to ensure every detail is perfect.
Castle Farms, 5052 M-66 Charlevoix, MI 49720, Phone: 231-237-0884
8. Michigan Wildlife Conservancy - Bengal Wildlife Center, Bath
The BBengal Wildlife Center in Bath offers nature-loving couples an ideal outdoor wedding venue during the warmer months of the year. The venue encompasses over 250 acres of meadows, trails, ponds and glades, all of which form beautiful backdrops for sensational wedding photos. You can choose from a variety of romantic outdoor settings for your ceremony – either lakeside or in front of one of the two gazebos. The undercover (but open-sided) patio area is ideal for your reception and can be dressed up or down to look rustic or regal. The main deck is a brilliant option for cocktail hour and you and your guests will have the run of the property for the duration of your celebration.
Michigan Wildlife Bengal Wildlife Center, 6380 Drumheller Rd, Bath, MI 48808, Phone: 517-641-7677
9. Planterra Conservatory, Ann Arbor
Planterra Conservatory is the leading supplier of plants and green-décor for offices, malls and other public spaces in Michigan. As you can imagine, their glass-enclosed Conservatory offers couples one of the most stunning indoor-but-outdoor wedding venues in the state. The beautiful glass and iron structure houses koi ponds, gabion stone archways and a most dramatic collection of exotic plants to surround your ceremony and reception with the best that nature has to offer. This unique wedding venue offers fully inclusive packages which include the services of an events coordinator, catering, bar, décor and just about everything else your need for your dream wedding.
Planterra Conservatory, 7315 Drake Rd, West Bloomfield Township, MI 48322, Phone: 248-661-1515
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Table of Contents:
- 1. Zingerman’s Cornman Farms, Dexter
- 2. Castle in the Country B&B Inn, South Allegan
- 3. Waterview Loft at Port Detroit
- 4. Hidden Vineyard Wedding Barn, Berrien Springs
- 5. Birchview Outdoor Wedding and Event Center, Linden
- 6. Brick Walker Tavern and Rustic Barn, Brooklyn
- 7. Castle Farms, Charlevoix
- 8. Michigan Wildlife Conservancy - Bengal Wildlife Center, Bath
- 9. Planterra Conservatory, Ann Arbor