The Best Urban Wedding Venues in Samaria, MI

The Best Urban Wedding Venues in Samaria, MI

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12 Wedding Venues in Samaria, MI

Urban locations
150-200 guests
Available on May 30, 2026
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Cantina-your after party celebration spot 

5.0

Ann Arbor, MI
  • Up to 150 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor
  • Starts at $2,500

Our venue is a lounge/club located on South U near the campus perfect for after wedding parties and celebrations! We have a lighting system, a DJ booth, and the ability to do karaoke. With a full bar located in the room, 2 restrooms as well we also have a full kitchen with very limited food options.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Has a relaxed and casual vibe
  • Classic seating dinner
  • Has a dance floor to dance the night away

Venue considerations

  • Does not allow pets
  • No free parking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
Cantina was honestly AMAZING! Honestly, our experience with our actual venue was kinda chaotic, expensive, and poorly communicated and Cantina was the one thing that went 100% smoothly! The snack food was perfect, having the dj and dance floor off to the side was great. A lot of our older family members came because of the transportation and that gave them a space off to the side to chat and hangout before calling it a night. We had boobers pick everyone up and they took people right down Liberty through the diag and then dropped them off in front of cantina in rickshaws, which was very fun and very Ann Arbor and allowed for us to not have to deal with any uber or bus or parking nonsense. I would highly recommend Cantina as a wedding after party spot!
Thressa, 3 months ago
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Waterview Loft At Port Detroit 

5.0

Detroit, MI
  • Up to 254 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $20,000

Enjoy the entire Waterview Loft, starting with your breathtaking ceremony in our window-lined Conservatory. With the ceremony in the Conservatory and your reception upstairs in the Loft, you and your guests will ring in the celebrations as soon as you say “I do,” without having to wait for a space to be transformed. Our Loft is the perfect setting for an iconic and unforgettable Detroit wedding reception that family and friends will talk about for years.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Offers a sense of luxury
  • All-inclusive venue packages
  • Provides setup and cleanup

Venue considerations

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Best for events with big guest lists
  • Does not allow pets
The team at the Waterview Loft was so kind and accommodating. The wedding coordinator really helped ease my mind by taking care of a lot of the logistics and other details so that I could really focus on the bigger picture of the day!
Jessica S., a month ago
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Garden Theater 

5.0

Detroit, MI
  • Up to 250 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $10,000

Renowned “movie palace” architect C. Howard Crane designed Detroit’s historic Garden Theater, a commission he earned after he opened his own firm in Detroit in 1908. In addition to the Garden Theater, Crane has 250 theaters to his credit, 62 of which were built in Detroit, like The Majestic, The Fox, Orchestra Hall, the Detroit Opera House, and The Fillmore Detroit. One of the city’s earliest neighborhood theaters, the Garden Theater opened to the public in 1912. With its 900-seat capacity, it was one of the largest theaters built outside downtown; it originally hosted live stage shows and motion pictures. As the name implies, Crane cleverly incorporated vines, birds and other garden-style decorations in its design to immerse patrons in an outdoor-like experience. After decades in ruin, the theater underwent a multi-million-dollar restoration and was rededicated in 2013, a century after its initial debut, as part of Midtown’s vibrant resurgence.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Pets can join the celebration
  • Provides lighting and sound
  • Provides setup and cleanup

Venue considerations

  • Best for events with big guest lists
  • Requires outside catering services
  • Not wheelchair accessible
From the moment we first reached out to the team at Garden Theater, we were impressed by their detail-oriented, proactive, and personalized service. Their incredible attention to detail took a lot of the stress out of planning our wedding. The venue itself is incredibly beautiful and unique, and the dedicated team was committed to making our day perfect. They went above and beyond to accommodate some special requests, and everything turned out even better than we had hoped. Biko, Amy, and BJ were so professional and attentive throughout the process, and they even helped the groom plan a special surprise for the bride that wowed all the guests. We are so grateful to the Garden Theater team for making our wedding day truly unforgettable.
Jessica S., 4 months ago
Majestic Theatre Center 

5.0

Detroit, MI
  • Up to 250 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $15,000

The Majestic Theatre Center offers three unique event spaces and a full range of essential services to help create your dream wedding. Contact us and an experienced event planning team member will work with you to fulfill your vision.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Multiple event spaces
  • Provides catering services
  • Provides event staff

Venue considerations

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Best for events with big guest lists
  • Not for you if you are drawn to more unconventional venues
It was amazing to see my favorite music venue transformed for our wedding, we loved everything about it. Working with event coordinator Mellisa was a great experience, she was so helpful and thoughtful throughout the whole process. We had rave reviews on the food from our guests, especially the elephant ears for dessert. The chef even made separate dishes for myself and a bridesmaid who are vegetarians. The bar service was also awesome and super friendly. Our guests were very pleased with the variety. The overall flow of the wedding went great, and the team made sure everyone was in their places when needed. We also got to take some pretty awesome photos throughout the venue complex, including the Garden Bowl. The band we hired sounded and looked great with the house lights and sound. I cannot say enough good things, I would do it all over again! It was everything I could have wanted and more. Thank you soooooo much, Majestic Team!!!
Elise & B., 3 years ago
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The Whiskey Factory—Detroit City Distillery 

5.0

Detroit, MI
  • Up to 200 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor
  • Starts at $9,000

The Whiskey Factory is a premier event venue and part of a working spirits distillery in Detroit. Our mixed-use event space serves the revolutionaries of this great American city as well as the individuals supporting these change-makers who are a reminder of the soul of the city that has never left. We are bringing back this timeless craft at the historic site that has long served as the epicenter for alcohol production in Detroit. Once the home of Goebel’s Brewery and Stroh’s Ice Cream, the Whiskey Factory’s distinguished history creates an ambiance of heritage in this urban two-story distillery.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Provides catering services
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Has a dance floor for celebration

Venue considerations

  • Couple must handle cleanup and setup
  • No in-house lighting and sound packages available
  • Large venue, not ideal for small guest lists
Awarded Best of Zola
We are so happy that we chose the Whiskey Factory as our wedding venue! From the first time we toured The Whiskey Factory, we fell in love with the casual, comfortable vibe that the space gave, and we knew it fit our vision perfectly. The Whiskey Factory’s partnership with Two Unique makes catering and rentals so easy and not at all overwhelming. We worked extensively with Amelia throughout the planning process who was always so sweet, professional, and happy to answer my countless questions in the months leading up to our wedding day. Their checklists leading up to the wedding took off a lot of stress and put me at ease that I was not forgetting anything. The cocktail tasting was SO fun, and one of our favorite parts of the planning process! Fast forward to wedding day–our wedding could not have gone more perfectly! We had both our ceremony and reception at the venue, and their room flip process was so seamless for our guests! The Whiskey Factory’s bar tenders are quick and personable, and our guests loved that they never had to wait for a drink. We also purchased an empty barrel for our guests to sign, which has become an awesome addition to our basement bar! Our guests raved about how good the specialty cocktails, beer, and other drinks were, and how cool and unique the venue was. We will forever relive our perfect day and cannot recommend the Whiskey Factory enough. Thank you Amelia, Alyssa, and The Whiskey Factory Team!
Emily D., 10 months ago
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The Eastern Detroit 

4.8

Detroit, MI
  • Up to 300 guests
  • Raw space
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $3,000

From weddings, birthdays, or Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, to workshops, conferences, or corporate events, The Eastern offers patrons an industrial, flexible, accessible and memorable private event venue situated conveniently at the northern gateway to Detroit’s Historic Eastern Market.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Provides a dedicated team on-site
  • Has a relaxed and casual vibe
  • Has a dance floor to dance the night away

Venue considerations

  • Requires outside catering services
  • Does not allow pets
  • Best for events with big guest lists
Awarded Best of Zola
The Eastern is a wonderful industrial, versatile venue in the heart of Eastern Market in downtown Detroit! This venue comes as a blank slate. So many different options as to how you can dress this venue up for a wedding/event. Be sure to use the few large wooden tables it comes with for your buffet table, hors d’oeuvre table, seating outdoors, head-table etc. Look no further than The Eastern or The Norwood for your wedding! I would recommend this venue to any couple looking to have a wedding in a unique spot, rather than a ballroom.
Brittney, 7 months ago
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The Norwood 

5.0

Detroit, MI
  • Up to 500 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor
  • Starts at $1,000

The Norwood is Detroit’s newest industrial venue providing guests a dynamic experience with our noteworthy features and amenities including 3 floors with a private suite, roll up garage doors, a bar lounge, and more. All while also preserving a piece of Detroit’s history.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Allows pets
  • Accommodates more than 200 guests
  • Has a glamorous vibe

Venue considerations

  • No venue-provided food services
  • No free parking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
Awarded Best of Zola
I hosted my fitness app launch party at The Norwood. I’m truly happy that I did! The staff were incredible. I most certainly have mention the ambience…beautiful! My guest really loved the atmosphere. Anything I needed they had me covered! The Norwood really took great care of me as I celebrated a great accomplishment!
Shadey L., 7 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
The Godfrey Hotel Detroit 
Detroit, MI
  • Up to 300 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $35,000

Located in the heart of Corktown, Detroit's oldest and most exciting neighborhood, The Godfrey Hotel will be your favorite new high-design sanctuary while you explore the Motor City. With handsomely appointed bedrooms, a street level restaurant crafted by acclaimed Detroit restaurateur, Samy Eid, a four-season rooftop lounge with retractable glass ceiling and walls and a 5,000 square foot ballroom, The Godfrey is perfectly designed with the modern traveler at it's core.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Has a chic vibe
  • Both indoor and outdoor options
  • Provides event staff

Venue considerations

  • Large venue, not ideal for small guest lists
  • No free parking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
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Detroit Foundation Hotel 
Detroit, MI
  • Up to 275 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor
  • Starts at $4,500

Just as this once-proud Fire Department building protected downtown from blazing destruction, the Foundation now guards a unique heritage and noble tradition. It’s reigniting a new sense of art and energy that’s palpable everywhere you go in Detroit. No doubt, it’s a building that’s seen it all – standing the test of time. Earning its honored place among the city’s ultimate legacy. Now, the Foundation beckons locals and visitors from far and wide to come and be a witness. To discover and experience the real heart and soul of Detroit. With sophisticated function spaces that play host to the day of your dreams. You’ll find our singular service is most exemplified in our attention to detail and exquisite catering by the Apparatus Room. Here, we convene, converse and celebrate. Always grateful. Electric. Playful. Eclectic.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Multiple event spaces
  • Provides event staff
  • Handles all cleanup logistics

Venue considerations

  • No free parking
Guardian Building 
Detroit, MI
  • Up to 250 guests
  • Raw space
  • Indoor
  • Starts at $4,500

Thank you for considering the Guardian Building as a potential venue for your upcoming special event. We are currently accepting requests through December 2025 for events on the Promenade and 32nd Floor. As a Downtown Detroit Landmark, the Guardian offers premier event space to host a variety of gatherings. This unique venue provides a beautiful backdrop to any event. It is guaranteed to exceed your expectations and impress your guests. The Guardian Building opened in 1929 as the Union Trust Building. This 486 feet, 40-floor building is made of almost 2 million custom “Guardian Bricks” and is sure to leave a lasting impression on everyone that attends your event. The amazing five-story Michigan Mural was created by Ezra Winter, and the Tiffany Clock provides a great background for photo opportunities on the Promenade.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Combines timeless elegance with history
  • Promotes a party atmosphere
  • Raw space for complete customization

Venue considerations

  • No all-inclusive dining options
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • On-site parking not available
Michigan Science Center 
Detroit, MI
  • Up to 1500 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor
  • Starts at $8,000

Located on the corner of Warren Ave. and John R St. in Midtown, the Michigan Science Center is one of several nonprofit organizations in Detroit’s cultural district. With live stage shows, an IMAX® Dome, a 4D theater, a Planetarium, an 8,700 square foot special exhibit hall, and 220+ interactive exhibits, the Science Center has a lot to offer children and adults alike. We are always looking to host new and exciting events! From strolling tastes to seated dining, our preferred caterers can do it all. Events can start with appetizers and open bar then flow into our Lunar Gallery for a meal amongst the rocket ships. Clients work directly with the caterer for food choice and payment. Our preferred caterers are out of this world!

Why you'll love this venue

  • Offers convenient lodging options
  • Provides lighting and sound
  • Offers full-service amenities

Venue considerations

  • Does not allow pets
  • Best for events with big guest lists

Location flexible? Discover venues near Samaria, MI

About wedding venues in Samaria, 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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