Garden Theater

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The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $10,000

Guest capacity

Up to 250 seated guests

About this venue

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.

Seated guest capacity

  • 50-250

Venue type

  • Industrial Spaces
  • Urban Locations

Venue setting

  • Indoor
  • Outdoor
3929 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48201

Our event spaces

Garden Theater

Historic Pillar of Detroit

Host your next event at Detroit's historic Garden Theater! Our versatile space is ideal for weddings, bar mitzvahs, plays, movie premieres, concerts, and more. Experience nothing short of a spectacular event in our historically renowned venue. At the Garden Theater, we wholeheartedly embrace the spirit of celebrating all occasions. Our versatile space is not only ideal for a wide range of traditional events, but it's also a canvas for crafting unforgettable memories and experiences that suit your every occasion.

Guest capacity

250 Seated

Included in this room:

Tables and chairs: We have (30) 70” rounds, (15) 6’ rectangles, (20) high tops, (300) house banquet chairs. The Garden Theater will provide a team of event managers to stay onsite during your event.

Garden Theater

Historic Pillar of Detroit

Host your next event at Detroit's historic Garden Theater! Our versatile space is ideal for weddings, bar mitzvahs, plays, movie premieres, concerts, and more. Experience nothing short of a spectacular event in our historically renowned venue. At the Garden Theater, we wholeheartedly embrace the spirit of celebrating all occasions. Our versatile space is not only ideal for a wide range of traditional events, but it's also a canvas for crafting unforgettable memories and experiences that suit your every occasion.

Guest capacity

250 Seated

Included in this room:

Tables and chairs: We have (30) 70” rounds, (15) 6’ rectangles, (20) high tops, (300) house banquet chairs. The Garden Theater will provide a team of event managers to stay onsite during your event.

Available services that can be provided by Garden Theater

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Clean up
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event coordinator
  • Event rentals
  • Liability insurance
  • Lighting/Sound
  • On-site accommodations
  • Pet friendly
  • Set up
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

Reviews

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Rating: 5.0

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1 review

  • JS

    Jessica S.

    Rating: 5
    •Incentivized review
    •Feb 16, 2025

    A gorgeous, unique venue and an incredible team

    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.

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​We have a parking garage that is connected to the theater. It is located at 25 W Alexandrine. You are welcome to host parking for your guests in our garage for $15 per vehicle.
Wedding: Our max capacity for a plated dinner is 250 guests. This is if you utilize the stage for your bridal party (up to 20 guests), the main theater floor (up to 200 guests) and the bar area (up to 30 guests). If you have a band, the capacity would be 230. Concert Style: Up to 1,000 Theater Style: Up to 400 on the theater floor Strolling: Up to 500 on the theater floor.
We prefer to be flexible based on your schedule for a tour, but we must take into consideration any events being held. We typically do tours Monday-Friday 9:00 am-5:00 pm; Saturday's may vary.
Yes. We have (30) 70” rounds, (15) 6’ rectangles, (20) high tops, (300) house banquet chairs. You are welcome to bring in more decorative furniture at your own expense.
No. You are able to bring in linens or we are able to provide them for an additional cost.
A $6,000 deposit and signed agreement are required to hold the date. An estimated 50% of your balance is due at the halfway mark and the final balance is due two weeks prior to your event.
The Garden Theater will provide a team of event managers to stay onsite during your event. If you are looking for someone to direct your event, we would recommend hiring a day – of-- coordinator or event planner.
Yes, all items are to be removed at the conclusion of each event. We are not liable for any items that are brought into the theater.
No, we host one event per day.
We have an elevator to access the upper level, a ramp to access the theater floor, and handicap stalls in our restrooms.
We are able to accommodate up to three vehicles on stage and four on the theater floor.
Garden Theater must provide any liquor.
We have a list of preferred caterers to choose from.

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