The Best Urban Wedding Venues in Birmingham, MI

The Best Urban Wedding Venues in Birmingham, MI

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6 Wedding Venues in Birmingham, MI

Urban locations
100-150 guests
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The Community House In Birmingham 

4.7

Birmingham, MI
  • Up to 250 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor

Making Memories, Changing Lives - Open to all, The Community House is the perfect setting for your wedding reception, ceremony, rehearsal dinner, or bridal shower. Located just steps from beautiful Shain Park, our unique venue offers warmth and elegance in the heart of Downtown Birmingham. We provide in house catering, a refined atmosphere, and many picture perfect settings for both indoor and outdoor events. Whether it’s an intimate affair, or a grand celebration, our experienced staff will be delighted to custom design an event that will exceed your expectations! Contact us today for a tour or more information at 248-644-5832, or via email at events@communityhouse.com.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Has a dance floor for celebration
  • Both indoor and outdoor options
  • Handles all cleanup logistics

Venue considerations

  • No on-site guest accommodations
  • Large venue, not ideal for small guest lists
  • Not for you if you are looking for something nontraditional
Our planner recommended The Community House after I mentioned liking another place because it was, well, community centered! The Community House is a nonprofit that serves as a venue but also has programs for the community, such as the Early Childhood Center. Besides that, another appeal to us was how good the food sounded, and I am telling you, we were right. Everyone raved about the food! We had beef short rib, vegetarian pappardelle, and chicken confit. The latter was extra, but it was worth it and honestly one of the top selling points on the menu for us. I am so happy about this, because a lot of wedding food is…meh. The other pro for us was the layout. We really wanted a setup that encouraged people to dance, and this was perfect with the dance floor, stage, and tables surrounding it. This proved to be true, and if it didn't throughout the night, it was because people were tired or not into the songs! The only constructive feedback I have for TCH is on communication. It's OK if you don't respond ASAP, but when we are planning a wedding, and paying …a week is a little long. The communication did improve once we started talking to another employee, however, so maybe it just varies person to person. One request for TCH: if possible it would be great to have an electronic payment portal that does not charge fees. It was a little scary to send large sums of money using a check via USPS.
Erica S., 7 months ago
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Royal Oak Farmers Market 

5.0

Royal Oak, MI
  • Up to 750 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor
  • Starts at $3,500

If you love the quaint and peaceful feeling of community, the Royal Oak Farmer’s Market is the perfect place for you. With a facility that also hosts a Farmer’s Market, a Flea Market, and an Antique and Collectable Market, this location is truly a community landmark. The Royal Oak Farmers Market is a purist Michigan market. We strive to offer the freshest local produce direct from the growers. We have both certified organic and sustainable farmers. We also offer free-range meats & eggs, plus a large amount of local specialty food items. The RO farmers market is open Saturdays selling local produce All Year Round!

Why you'll love this venue

  • Feels like a getaway
  • Provides lighting and sound
  • Pets can join the celebration

Venue considerations

  • On-site parking not available
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not for you if you're looking for a sleek and contemporary space
A great blank canvas venue! The staff is very accommodating and allow you to bring in vendors of your choosing. They were very helpful and always available for a phone call/meeting to go over logistics. It’s also a huge space that was great for my 200 person ceremony and reception. Definitely would recommend at least getting a day of coordinator because the venue does not come with anything other than tables and chairs, so setup is a big task. I absolutely loved how our wedding turned out and we got so many compliments about how unique the venue was from our guests!
Ashley C., 2 years ago
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The Crofoot Ballroom 

5.0

Pontiac, MI
  • Up to 275 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor

The Crofoot is a family owned and operated venue and event planning company committed to providing top-notch customer service in a clean, safe, and inviting environment. Courteous staff, state-of-the-art production, and a thoughtful eye on hospitality ensure the experience of attending a Crofoot event is a memorable one. For more than a decade, The Crofoot has cultivated a reputation for imaginative events, sophisticated production, generous hospitality, and elegant design. Our team works daily to produce meaningful events of all types in the state that we love.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Has a dance floor for celebration
  • Provides lighting and sound
  • Handles all cleanup logistics

Venue considerations

  • No venue-provided food services
  • No on-site guest accommodations
  • Venue feels large for events with small guest lists
The Crofoot Ballroom is a fabulous space that allows you the opportunity to incorporate a personal touch to a "turn-key" space! They provide so much more than most venues. Offering a variety of lounge furniture, as well as standard tables & chairs. Inquire for decor options available. The staff is extremely accommodating and they employee highly skilled bartenders too!
Carolyn Berry, 5 years ago
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The Treasury Ballroom 

5.0

Pontiac, MI
  • Up to 550 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor
  • Starts at $10,000

Located in the heart of Downtown Pontiac, The Treasury Ballroom combines historical charm with modern elegance, making it the perfect venue for your wedding. With high ceilings, beautiful marble floors, and intricate details, the space offers a sophisticated yet inviting atmosphere. Enjoy the convenience of hosting your ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception all in one stunning location, allowing guests to savor every moment without travel. Our onsite catering by Batch 154 provides a diverse menu to delight your guests, while our beverage services offer a customized selection for toasting your love. The venue’s flexible design can be tailored to reflect your unique style, whether for a grand celebration or an intimate gathering. Our dedicated team is committed to making your special day seamless and personalized. The Treasury Ballroom is the ideal setting for your unforgettable wedding. Discover the possibilities for your dream day with us today!

Why you'll love this venue

  • Has onsite accommodations
  • Provides setup and cleanup
  • Has a dance floor to dance the night away

Venue considerations

  • Venue feels large for events with small guest lists
  • Does not allow pets
  • No free parking
Awarded Best of Zola
I’ve put off writing this review because I didn’t want to do a disservice to the Treasury. To start, the venue is stunning, it made planning so easy for a bride like me who had no idea where to start for decor. The thing that you can’t see in pictures is how incredible the staff is. They were super communicative throughout the entire process. Any questions I had, they would answer within a day or two of me reaching out. They were proactive when a deadline came up, sending a heads up message a few weeks before so even if I had forgotten, I had time to get everything together. Finally, I did not expect their attentiveness on the actual day of our wedding but Hayley and Josh helped make us feel so special the whole day. The discord on wedding Facebook and TikTok is that the venue coordinator is there for the venue and to not expect them to help out day of except for anything venue related. That was not my experience at all, for example, I got sucked into talking to guests while dinner was being served and yet almost an hour after everyone ate, Josh arranged my husbands and my dinner in the private room, and it was freshly cooked and still hot. My wedding day was one of my best days so far, and so much of that can be attributed to the Treasury.
Halle R., 8 months ago
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Cafe Cortina 

5.0

Farmington Hills, MI
  • Up to 150 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Starts at $15,500

Cafe Cortina was founded in 1976 as an 'farm to table' eatery. Built on an original apple orchard, the restaurant has a foodie following. In recent years the restaurant has built a reputation for memorable celebrations, as well as romantic dinners. The casual, yet rustic elegance is the perfect setting for the smaller, and detailed weddings and pre-nup parties. accommodating from 25 up to 150 guests. Very little decor or expense is required to create a beautiful background. The Garden Room leads to private patios where guests are able to meet and mingle by the stone fireplace in the evening for after dinner dessert and coffees. The quality of food and exceptional service have always been priority for patrons, earning Cafe Cortina's reputation for excellence in the hospitality industry.

Why you'll love this venue

  • All-inclusive venue packages
  • Lush gardens
  • Has onsite accommodations

Venue considerations

  • Does not provide event staff
  • No free parking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
I never write reviews, but this place is the best kept secret in Michigan. I choose this place for the ambiance, but ended up loving it for the staff. I’ve worked in the restaurant business for almost 25 years, and I’ve never given nor received the level of service we received at Café Cortina. Kelley and Meg made my day forever memorable. The food was amazing. Everything was perfect. I truly felt like I was waited on hand and foot but ultimately the personalities of the staff made it incredible. Thanks Café Cortina!
Kellie W., 2 years ago
Flagstar Strand Theatre 
Pontiac, MI
  • Up to 200 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor

Flagstar Strand Theatre is a wedding venue located in downtown Pontiac, Michigan. The agents at the venue strive to maintain this historic community asset as the vibrant entertainment center that it is. They offer strong community partnerships and a beautiful venue to aid in designing your intimate wedding day. This state-of-the-art theater space is sure to leave a lasting impression on both couples and their loved ones.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Provides a dedicated team on-site
  • Provides setup and cleanup
  • Combines timeless elegance with history

Venue considerations

  • Does not allow pets
  • On-site parking not available
  • Venue feels large for events with small guest lists

Location flexible? Discover venues near Birmingham, MI

About wedding venues in Birmingham, MI

Planning your dream Michigan wedding opens up a world of possibilities, from breathtaking historic mansions to stunning lakefront estates and contemporary event spaces. You'll find venue costs typically running between $7,200 and $8,400, right in line with what couples pay nationwide ($6,500 to $12,000).

What Makes Michigan Wedding Venues Stand Out from Other States?

You'll discover incredible variety here in Michigan. The Planterra Conservatory lets you celebrate year-round under glass ceilings surrounded by lush tropical gardens. History buffs love The Henry Ford's unique industrial-age backdrop with its beautifully restored buildings. Step into the roaring twenties at Colony Club Detroit with its Italian Renaissance architecture and sparkling crystal chandeliers. Meadow Brook Hall offers you 88,000 square feet of Tudor-revival grandeur while the Royal Park Hotel blends modern luxury with old-world European charm.

How Much Does a Michigan Wedding Cost in 2024?

Your wedding budget will shift based on guest count and venue choice. For a typical 150-guest celebration, here's how vendor costs break down:

• Venue: $7,821 (17%) • Catering: $6,257 (13%) • Florists: $5,688 (12%) • Bar Services: $5,006 (11%) • Photographers: $4,124 (9%) • Videographers: $3,854 (8%) • Planners: $2,560 (5%) • Bands and DJs: $1,350 (3%)

What's the Timeline for Booking Michigan Wedding Vendors?

Start your planning early - most venues need booking about 14 months ahead with September being prime booking season. You'll want to lock in photographers and caterers around 11 months out. Videographers typically book 9 months before your big day while hair and makeup artists schedule about 8 months ahead.

Michigan Wedding Regions: Where Are the Most Popular Venues?

Detroit's metropolitan area shines with waterfront venues along the Detroit River and converted automotive factories featuring exposed brick and industrial charm. Grand Rapids puts its craft brewery culture front and center with reception spaces in historic taprooms. Up in Traverse City you can say "I do" overlooking crystal waters at vineyard venues that offer dedicated wine tasting spaces for cocktail hour.

Seasonal Considerations for Michigan Wedding Venues

SeasonVenue FeaturesSpecial Considerations
SummerOutdoor ceremonies, garden receptionsIndoor backup spaces for weather
FallScenic foliage backdropsEarlier sunset times
WinterCozy indoor spacesHeated outdoor areas
SpringBlooming gardensWeather contingency plans

Where Can Guests Stay Near Michigan Wedding Venues?

Your Detroit guests can enjoy dedicated wedding blocks at spots like the Westin Book Cadillac and Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center. Up north near Traverse City you'll find on-site lodging at vineyard estates and waterfront resorts. Along Lake Michigan couples love that venues often provide shuttle services to nearby beach resorts and boutique hotels.

How to Incorporate Michigan Culture Into Your Wedding Venue?

Make your celebration uniquely Michigan by choosing former automotive factories where original assembly lines and industrial cranes create striking ceremony backdrops. Great Lakes venues let you embrace maritime history with lighthouse ceremonies and boat arrivals. Northern Michigan wineries offer vineyard tours during cocktail hour while urban venues serve up Detroit-style pizza and local craft beer tastings.

Michigan's Most Distinctive Venue Features

You'll find lakefront properties offering private beach ceremonies paired with climate-controlled ballrooms featuring floor-to-ceiling windows. Historic mansions wow guests with original architectural details like grand staircases and wood-paneled libraries while providing modern amenities including dedicated wedding suites and professional kitchens.

What Modern Amenities Do Michigan Venues Offer?

Today's Michigan venues keep up with technology offering streaming services for virtual guests complete with dedicated tech staff managing multi-camera setups. You can visualize your perfect layout using venues' 3D modeling software for customizable floor plans. Many locations provide dedicated preparation suites with professional lighting and styling stations plus separate cocktail spaces during photo sessions.

Through Michigan's diverse venue landscape you'll discover spaces that blend historical charm natural beauty and modern conveniences to create your perfect wedding celebration.

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