The Best Covered Outdoor Wedding Venues in Lansing, MI

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4 Wedding Venues in Lansing, MI

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Bay Pointe 
Rating: 5.0 (36 reviews)
  • Up to 300 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Outdoor & indoor
  • Starts at $6,000

When you celebrate your wedding or special event at Bay Pointe, you and your guests will experience distinct personalized service centered around you and your dreams. Conveniently located between Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo or Chicago and Detroit, Bay Pointe Inn overlooks the islands of Gun Lake and offers a variety of unique onsite event venues. The Lakefront Pavilion, BoatHouse Villa and the all new Bay Pointe Woods, are each exceptionally designed and comfortable event spaces. As a flexible all-season, venue, our events and banquet teams specialize in vibrant spring weddings, lavish summer ceremonies, twilight autumn weddings and indoor winter weddings where up to 300 guests are warmed by a floor to ceiling fireplace. Each of our unique venue spaces has been designed to ensure a successful event by enjoying a variety of event styles and effortless entertaining with family and friends.

Why you'll love this venue

  • All-inclusive venue packages
  • Flexible event spaces
  • Provides a dedicated team on-site

Venue considerations

  • Does not allow pets
  • Large venue, not ideal for small guest lists
Awarded Best of Zola
Bay Pointe was an excellent choice for our wedding venue. From the very beginning, the team provided quick and very friendly communication, always responding to our questions and requests promptly. The venue itself was absolutely stunning - they listened to our vision and provided great feedback to help make it a reality. The workers were all incredibly helpful and welcoming, and we had a pleasure working with Ashley, Spencer, Lauren, and Gabriel. Everything was immaculately clean and the entire team went above and beyond to make our special day perfect. We couldn't have asked for a better experience, and highly recommend Bay Pointe to any couple looking for a beautiful, well-run wedding venue.
Savanna S., a year ago
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Off Map Glamping 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
  • Up to 160 guests
  • Raw space
  • Outdoor
  • Starts at $10,000

Off Map Glamping in South Haven, MI, is an idyllic wedding venue enveloped in a serene 75-acre forested landscape, offering exclusive full-site bookings to guarantee a private and tranquil setting for your special weekend. As a unique canvas for your picturesque wedding, Off Map blends natural beauty with upscale comforts, creating the perfect backdrop for your celebration. This exquisite venue include 20 luxury glamping tents that comfortably sleep up to 50 guests, providing a chic and cozy retreat right in the heart of nature. The venue boasts versatile event spaces to suit any vision: a spacious 30x60 white canvas tent for receptions, a charming ceremony space set within the woods, and a scenic meadow that can be transformed for larger gatherings or intimate moments. Each space at Off Map Glamping is thoughtfully designed to enhance the site’s natural charm and romantic atmosphere, ensuring your wedding is both memorable and uniquely yours.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Rustic charm with elegance
  • Feels like a getaway
  • Private area for the wedding party

Venue considerations

  • No all-inclusive dining options
  • Does not have a dance floor
  • No in-house lighting and sound packages available
Awarded Best of Zola
The Off Map Glamping team from start to finish was IMPECCABLE. Ronny and Lisa’s attention to detail and really knowing what works best for their property, made our wedding perfect. We didn’t live near by so they let us pop by as much as we could, whenever we asked, they made it work. Everyone working on the property was knowledgeable, kind, and went above and beyond. You can tell they really love what they do and they will truly do anything to make sure your day is like none other. No words can describe how amazing and helpful the weekend event staff, D, Sara, Lisa’s father and another gentleman all equally helpful and SOOO kind. We never felt like a bother but more so family. We had so many guests and vendors say that this wedding at Off Map Glamping was the best they’ve ever attended thus far and that would not have been remotely possible without the people mentioned above. We wish we could relive it over and over, it was that incredible. Connor and I will forever rave about this place and we are SO thankful we can come back to camp and visit!! This property stole a piece of our hearts and we know it will do the same for every couple that comes after us! We cannot recommend them enough. Bravo!
Leah P., 10 months ago
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Woldumar Nature Center 
Rating: 4.5 (2 reviews)
Lansing, MI
  • Up to 150 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $2,750

Choosing Woldumar for your Lansing wedding venue will not only provide a beautiful and unforgettable experience for you and your guests, but also will support our nonprofit environmental education efforts - giving you one more reason to smile on your wedding day! Our beautifully maintained grounds are available for your guests to explore, several outdoor locations are superb settings for a memorable ceremony, and the RE Olds Anderson Rotary Barn is a one-of-a-kind rustic venue for your celebratory reception. Imagine your unforgettable Wedding Ceremony held in a beautiful outdoor venue among the enchanting, natural settings found at Woldumar!

Why you'll love this venue

  • Allows pets
  • Unique barn setting
  • Provides lighting and sound

Venue considerations

  • No in-house catering options
  • Not for you if you don't want a rustic vibe
  • Dance floor not included
We had a beautiful wedding at Woldumar and overall, our day was amazing! It was great to have our ceremony and reception all in one place, and my husband and I loved investing in a venue that provides a service to the Lansing community through nature education programs. Our only snag was that Woldumar had several staffing changes during the course of our wedding planning, so communication with staff was not always consistent or clear. Overall we would recommend hosting your wedding at Woldumar!
Annalisa C., 4 years ago
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Michigan State University Horticulture Gardens 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
East Lansing, MI
  • Up to 350 guests
  • Raw space
  • Outdoor & indoor
  • Starts at $5,300

We are excited that you are interested in holding your special event here at our Gardens. Our mission is to be A Living Laboratory - Where Plants and People Grow Together. We have three different available spaces for you to hold your wedding, including our North Garden, South Garden, and Arboretum. Each of the areas is unique and offers different accommodations to suit your needs. Venue Highlights Outdoor & Indoor Space Rain Backups Tables/Chairs/Equipment Setup Hourly Rates Ready Rooms Included.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Lush gardens
  • Has a dance floor to dance the night away
  • Offers full flexibility in setup and decor

Venue considerations

  • Best for events with big guest lists
  • Does not provide event staff
  • No on-site guest accommodations
We couldn't have asked for a better experience at Michigan State University Horticulture Gardens. Victoria was incredibly responsive and went above and beyond helping us with decorating, vendor coordination, and layout planning. The venue itself is stunning with the perfect balance of existing plants, so we didn't need to bring in many decorations except for the tables! As a surprise, they installed new string lights across the ceiling two weeks before our wedding, and they kept them up as a permanent addition to the space. They even unlocked the butterfly garden so we could get photos there. From start to finish, Victoria's attention to detail and willingness to make our day special made all the difference! We were afraid that the space would feel too warm having to stay at a regulated temperature for the plants, but it was very comfortable from start to finish! We even closed the doors at one point to keep it warmer. (Our wedding day was about 62 degrees and windy)
Gabriella V., 3 months ago

About wedding venues in Lansing, MI

Choosing Lansing for your wedding gives you access to venues that blend Michigan's capital heritage with distinctive celebration spaces. September stands as the most popular wedding month in the region, so plan accordingly if you're eyeing this prime time.

What's a Reasonable Budget for a Lansing Wedding Venue?

You'll find wedding venues in Lansing typically cost between $7,000-$8,500, making them slightly more affordable than the national average of $6,500-$12,000. Your overall wedding budget will change dramatically based on how many people you invite. A small wedding with 50 guests runs about $19,218 while a mid-sized celebration with 150 guests jumps to $44,228. Large weddings with 300 guests can reach $76,733. Most couples secure their Lansing venues about 15 months before the big day, with venue costs representing about 17% of their total wedding budget.

How Much Do Wedding Services Cost in Lansing?

For a wedding with 150 guests in Lansing, here's what you can expect to spend on essential services:

ServiceAverage CostPercentage of Total Budget
Venue$7,72217%
Catering$6,17814%
Florists$5,61613%
Bar Services$4,94211%
Photographers$4,0729%
Videographers$3,8059%
Wedding Planners$2,5276%
Bands and DJs$1,3333%
Cakes and Desserts$8562%
Hair & Makeup$3951%

Which Accessible Venues Excel in Lansing, MI?

Looking for accessibility? The Banquet and Conference Center of DeWitt offers completely barrier-free facilities that can host up to 400 of your guests. Waldenwoods provides accessible pathways throughout its sprawling 400-acre property, featuring romantic hillside views for up to 250 people. The English Inn's Medovue Hall combines luxurious accommodations with wheelchair accessibility in an elegant historic setting that accommodates up to 200 guests.

Where Can You Find Outstanding Culinary Experiences in Lansing?

The English Inn stands out with award-winning menus in a charming historic estate setting that your guests will love. Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center lets you customize menus leveraging expert culinary talent across multiple event spaces. UrbanBeat Event Center gives you flexibility for specialized catering with its trendy art-inspired atmosphere in Lansing's vibrant Old Town district.

How Can Remote Guests Participate in Lansing Weddings?

You can connect with faraway loved ones at Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center with its comprehensive technology infrastructure near MSU. Lansing Center provides elegant riverfront ballrooms with A/V services easily adapted for interactive remote participation. Crowne Plaza Lansing West features grand ballrooms with customizable options while UrbanBeat Event Center offers a trendy space perfect for modern tech-enabled events. Enhance your remote guests' experience with interactive Q&A sessions virtual participation tools and professional event planning services that specialize in remote integration. Your distant friends and family can still feel like they're right there celebrating with you.

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