The Rust Belt Market
Select services venue
The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.
Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing
Starting at $4,300 for off-peak dates, and $5,800 for peak dates
Packages
Prices start at $35
Guest capacity
Up to 170 seated guests
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About this venue
Located in the heart of downtown Ferndale, The Rust Belt Market is a versatile and one-of-a-kind wedding venue ideal for couples who want to marry in the Detroit metropolitan area. As a hybrid artisan marketplace and vibrant venue space, it's home to dozens of small local-owned retail shops, a full bar, and a truly memorable and unique event space. A suburban gem within driving distance of the Motor City’s thriving downtown, this venue provides a distinctive backdrop for your special day. You and your guests are sure to fall in love with its vintage-meets-vogue aesthetic, exceptional customer service, and stunning amenities. At The Rust Belt, you'll capture all of your amazing wedding day memories in the most artistic and charming setting!
Our event spaces
Main Event Space + Bar Area
An extraordinary venue for extraordinary people!
The Main Event Space includes an adjacent custom built-in bar with additional bar stool seating, providing plenty of space for dining and dancing. It boasts a wide variety of amenities including; overhead string lighting, reclaimed wood walls, a soft seating lounge & photo area, plant terrariums and bespoke furniture - all included in the space! With plenty of artistic features to catch your eye, The Rust Belt Market will provide the perfect backdrop for all of your wedding memories.
Guest capacity
60-170 Seated
60-170 Standing
Square footage
6,000
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Cocktail hour, Fun and festive, Elopement
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
*Premium wood farm tables & coordinating cross-back chairs with linen seat pad *Banquet tables for catering display (Cocktail tables also available to add) *Use of built-in stage - for onsite ceremony, band or DJ *Decorative elements, including built-in 'photo booth' sofa, artisan chandeliers, paper lanterns & overhead lighting
Room cost
$6000 (2026 / 2027 Standard Saturday Rate, 5-hour event timeline) *Bar Package pricing is a required additional cost
Main Event Space + Bar Area
An extraordinary venue for extraordinary people!
The Main Event Space includes an adjacent custom built-in bar with additional bar stool seating, providing plenty of space for dining and dancing. It boasts a wide variety of amenities including; overhead string lighting, reclaimed wood walls, a soft seating lounge & photo area, plant terrariums and bespoke furniture - all included in the space! With plenty of artistic features to catch your eye, The Rust Belt Market will provide the perfect backdrop for all of your wedding memories.
Guest capacity
60-170 Seated
60-170 Standing
Square footage
6,000
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Cocktail hour, Fun and festive, Elopement
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
*Premium wood farm tables & coordinating cross-back chairs with linen seat pad *Banquet tables for catering display (Cocktail tables also available to add) *Use of built-in stage - for onsite ceremony, band or DJ *Decorative elements, including built-in 'photo booth' sofa, artisan chandeliers, paper lanterns & overhead lighting
Room cost
$6000 (2026 / 2027 Standard Saturday Rate, 5-hour event timeline) *Bar Package pricing is a required additional cost
The Rust Belt Market packages
2026 / 2027 Venue Rental - Saturday
60-170 guests
Peak pricing $6,400
Off-peak pricing $5,000
Venue Rental Rates include (14) premium farm tables and coordinating chairs for guest seating, (1) wood live edge table, (3) banquet tables for caterer display & (2) cocktail tables.
- Venue Rental (standard 5-hrs) + furniture package
Select Open Bar Package
60-170 guests
Peak pricing $35
Off-peak pricing $35
Our most popular package! Full-service package includes: premium spirits, craft & domestic beer / cider, assorted wines and non-alcoholic options. Bar packages include professional bartender, glassware, supplies, service & ice. *Bar timeline is based on standard 5-hour event. *22% service fee, sales tax and gratuity are additional. *Additional staffing fee applies to events under 80 guests. *Weekend bar packages include Welcome Cocktail hour with (2) pre-selected house-made Batch Cocktails.
- Premium Spirits, Beers, Wines & N/A options
Available services that can be provided by The Rust Belt Market
Services & amenities
- Bar services
- Clean up
- Dance floor
- Dressing room / Bridal Suite
- Event coordinator
- Event rentals
- Event staff
- Lighting/Sound
- Pet friendly
- Set up
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wifi
Transportation & access
- Self parking - paid
- Valet - paid
- Wheelchair accessible
Rentals
- Barware
- Lighting
- Sound / AV
- Standard Chairs
Reviews
Write a review5.0 out of 5
10 reviews
- KH
Kathleen H.
Get Married at The Rust Belt Market!
Our wedding at The Rust Belt Market was absolutely perfect. Julie and the entire Rust Belt team were wonderful to work with from start to finish. Julie was kind, helpful, and incredibly responsive to every question we had, which made the planning process feel easy and stress-free. The venue itself is unique, beautifully decorated, and full of character, making it so easy to bring our wedding vision to life. Our guests could not stop talking about the cocktail hour shops and the one-of-a-kind atmosphere. We are so grateful we chose The Rust Belt for our special day and would highly recommend it to any couple looking for a memorable and meaningful place to celebrate.
Rust Belt•Jul 7, 2026Thank you Kathleen, for such an amazing review! We are SO happy to hear your wedding day was everything you imagined at The Rust Belt. Our goal is to provide our clients a stress-free planning experience, along with a truly memorable space to celebrate in. We're so happy that you enjoyed working with us from start-to-finish. Thank you for your recommendation - Cheers!
- JK
Jenn K.
Unique Venue in Downtown Ferndale!
My husband and I live down the street in Hazel Park and we frequent the Rust Belt often! I am obsessed with every single local shop and love the holiday markets and events they do throughout the year. When we decided to elope and have a reception at home for family and friends, there was only one place that came to mind--The Rust Belt! It already has such a unique atmosphere and design about it that decorating came so easily! We did everything ourselves (I'm a very DIY person), all the vendors we worked with and the event coordinator (Julie) were so kind and helpful! The day went perfectly and we are so happy we chose The Rust Belt Market to have our reception.
Rust Belt•Apr 23, 2026Thanks Jenn, for sharing your experience with us! We love hearing about couple's personal ties to our marketplace, and hosting a special event right inside a space you already love could not be more perfect! I'm so glad your day was effortless and smooth. We were so happy to be a part of your celebration. Thanks again, we hope to see you around the market very soon - Cheers!
- JB
Jordan B.
1 year Anniversary
The Rust Belt offered a great atmosphere and aesthetic for our party! Having the shops open for the first hour of the event was great, and all our guests thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Julie was a great help in answering all our questions in a timely and comprehensive manner, and was incredibly attentive on the night of the party, checking in with our needs throughout the event. The staff working the bar were great and had no difficulty serving over 120 drinks throughout the night, offering amazing cocktails and seasonal selections of beer and mixers.
Rust Belt•Jan 14, 2026Thank you Jordan, we appreciate you taking time to leave us your feedback! We're so happy to hear your event was a smashing success! Our team takes pride in making sure our clients and their guests are taken care of while celebrating at The Rust Belt Market. We appreciate you letting us host your special night, and are so glad everyone had a great time - Thanks again!
- EM
Erian M.
Perfect Space for a Wedding!!
The Rust Belt Market was the perfect venue for our wedding. From the very first interaction, their communication was timely, thorough, and incredibly clear, putting us at ease throughout the entire planning process. On the day of, the team checked on us frequently during our ceremony, ensuring everything ran smoothly. The venue itself was intimate, gorgeous, and completely unique - a true hidden gem. We were able to get amazing photos in their gorgeous green room, which was a wonderful space for us to relax and prepare. The Rust Belt Market exceeded our expectations in every way and we are so grateful for the role they played in making our special day truly unforgettable.
Rust Belt•Jan 14, 2026Erian, thank you so much for such an incredible review of your experience working with us to plan your wedding day. We're SO happy to hear your special day was everything you dreamed of and more. We loved being a part of the celebration. Thanks again for putting your trust in The Rust Belt Market - Cheers!
- JL
Jane L.
Rust Belt Market- Awesome place!
What a place! Julie at Rust Belt is by far the best vendor I have worked with across three weddings. She is professional, proactive and responsive, doing everything she can to make our vision a reality. Her staff made the event seamless, leaving us to enjoy the evening with our guests. And the venue sets up so nicely for a party. It's open but with separate areas for the bar and dinner, giving ample room for people to move around and socialize. It couldn't have been a nicer experience.
Julie Gilbert•Apr 22, 2025Thanks for sharing your experience Jane, we appreciate it! It's so great to hear you enjoyed working with our Events team! We loved being your host, and are so happy you and your guests had an amazing evening - thanks again!
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