| A major traditional wedding trend I have been | | | | place is located on Belle Isle and provides couples |
| noticing is keeping the big day memorable and | | | | with executive catering in a formal yet relaxing |
| non-traditional. If you flip through the pages of a | | | | environment for their wedding reception. Just as the |
| wedding magazine in Michigan, you will notice | | | | Detroit Athletic Club, the Detroit Yacht Club has |
| something.... all the featured weddings are UNIQUE. | | | | member policies. However a member may sponsor a |
| Do you want yours to be cookie cutter down to the | | | | non-member so that you can secure this prime |
| linens, or will you allow your creative juices to | | | | location for your wedding reception. For more info, |
| express you and your fiancé. | | | | contact Julia Doherty at her phone number |
| Weddings in Detroit | | | | 313.824.2887. |
| According to statistics, there are roughly 25,000 | | | | Ford Field |
| marriages in southeastern Michigan each year. Many | | | | Just as Comerica Park, Ford field offers world-class |
| couples wonder if they can throw a wedding | | | | dining with the excitement of downtown Detroit's |
| reception that stands out. So what is so special | | | | newest stadium. There are a variety of banquet |
| about a wedding in downtown Detroit? Well, for | | | | rooms that offer a great view of an enclosed atrium |
| starters there is elegant architecture all around. This | | | | as well as the entire stadium. You might be thinking |
| will give your photographer some great ideas to | | | | that sporting events are the main priority for Ford |
| capture those picture perfect shots you need. There | | | | Field, but discerning brides that take the time to have |
| are just so many fun places in Detroit for wedding | | | | their reception at this fabulous spot find the scenery |
| photos. | | | | and cuisine worth the wait. For more info, contact |
| Wedding in Detroit | | | | Susan Zevelkink at her phone number 313.262-2245. |
| In addition to the architecture there is so much | | | | Fox Theater |
| history to be told. I believe that every wedding in | | | | Designed by Howard Crane, the Fox Theater has |
| Michigan tells a story about the couple and who they | | | | breathtaking decor located in the heart of downtown |
| are. The way you tell this story to your family and | | | | Detroit's entertainment district. For brides serious |
| friends is by the details and preparation put into your | | | | about reserving this venue for their wedding |
| wedding. A great location will be remembered in the | | | | reception, I recommend that you book far in |
| photos and videos. When you look back in your | | | | advance to ensure no schedule conflict with the |
| photo album on this day, do you want to have warm | | | | theaters public events. For more info, contact Molly |
| memories flood you instantly? | | | | Briggs at her phone number 313.471.3206. |
| Another plus is the awesome view a wedding | | | | Detroit Science Center |
| location in Detroit will provide. Whether it is the | | | | Have you been there lately? The Detroit Science |
| riverfront terrace at Belle Isle, or Comerica Park from | | | | Center has been recently remodeled and if offers |
| the Detroit Athletic Club; these are familiar places | | | | midtown the best in large on-site and off-site |
| that people can identify with. Other trendy spots | | | | catering. They would like to extend you and your |
| include the Masonic Temple, the Gem Theater | | | | guest list up to 2,000 a warm welcome. This venue |
| downtown, the Scarab Club in midtown, or the | | | | shares a modern touch with their I-MAX Dome |
| Roostertail in the city. | | | | Theater films and science exhibits; however, your |
| Detroit Wedding Reception | | | | wedding reception will still hold all the values |
| You can plan your ceremony and wedding reception | | | | associated with casual elegance. For more info, |
| in Detroit. There are plenty of chapels, churches, and | | | | contact Angela Zini at her phone number |
| synagogues to help you with sorting the logistics. This | | | | 313.577.8400, ext 412. |
| is one of the biggest factors to consider. The most | | | | Roostertail |
| common problems at weddings happen when | | | | Considered one of Detroit's most finest restaurant, |
| traveling between the ceremony site and the | | | | weddings at the Roostertail in Detroit are extra |
| reception hall. My best advice for you, is to choose a | | | | special. The history of this restaurant spans several |
| ceremony location that is within 15 minutes of the | | | | generations and gives magnificent river views along |
| reception location, and to exchange contact | | | | the East Riverfront. Due to the style of your |
| information with the key people involved in the big | | | | wedding reception, the Roostertail offers several |
| day. If you need recommendations, then check with | | | | banquet room layouts as well as outside dining. To |
| the facility where you are having your reception at. | | | | get a better idea of how they will personalize your |
| They should have several venues in Detroit that they | | | | day with world-class dishes, contact Shawna at her |
| refer to brides for ceremony locations. | | | | phone number 313.822.1234 ext 133. |
| Detroit Wedding Location | | | | Scarab Club |
| So now comes the question... where to have a | | | | Located in the heart of Detroit's Cultural Center, the |
| Detroit wedding reception in Michigan? I have included | | | | Scarab Club in Detroit has a rich history in arts and |
| 5 key locations that should be a snug fit for what | | | | distinctive wedding receptions. Its unique style and |
| you are looking for. Their characteristics put them on | | | | ambiance provides for a memorable event whether |
| the edge of elegance and hipness that come | | | | inside by their fireplace or an outdoors Michigan |
| naturally. You can not find the same vibe in a hall | | | | ceremony by their English garden. They have a |
| outside of downtown Detroit. Suburban halls just can | | | | recommended caterer that provides creations ranging |
| not compare with the potential your wedding | | | | from hors d'oeuvre and luncheons to lavish |
| reception will have if it is someplace more dynamic | | | | receptions. Just as the Detroit Athletic Club, the |
| and spontaneous. | | | | Scarab Club also has membership policies. For a taste |
| The places below are a great start for your | | | | in something different, contact Christine Renner at |
| reception location ideas in Detroit. When compared to | | | | her phone number 313.831.1250. |
| the cookie cutter halls, the list below offers stunning | | | | The Infinity and the Ovation |
| views, posh surroundings, and various price ranges. | | | | Want an all-inclusive cruise package aboard a private |
| Detroit Athletic Club | | | | yacht? The Infinity and the Ovation of Infinity Yacht |
| This venue is anything but average. The Detroit | | | | Charters offer services for private affairs such as |
| Athletic Club in Detroit Michigan has different layouts, | | | | wedding receptions. Either yacht will take you and |
| simple yet classic decor, great atmosphere, and is rich | | | | your guests on trips throughout Lake St. Clair and the |
| in history. This venue is gives a bride that nothing | | | | Detroit River. The two-level Infinity will accommodate |
| else can. You have so many options for photos | | | | guests up to 150, as the Ovation (a three-level |
| around the area. There are many weddings in Detroit | | | | yacht) holds up to 325. Would you like to sail the |
| Michigan each year. Besides the Detroit Athletic Club, | | | | great lakes in style for your wedding reception? |
| there are other great locations for a bride to wed at. | | | | Contact Infinity Yacht Charters offices at phone |
| You might also consider the following locations. | | | | number 586.778.7030. |
| Belle Isle | | | | The Whitney |
| Did you know that Belle Isle of Detroit is the nation's | | | | Known as the American restaurant in an American |
| largest city-owned island park (938-acres). You will | | | | palace, the Whitney in Detroit features an award |
| appreciate the natural view off the East Riverfront, | | | | winning menu for catering. With their lavishly |
| the Ambassador Bridge, and Windsor at a variety of | | | | impressive atmosphere, your wedding reception will |
| hidden areas throughout the isle. Because you are | | | | blend in perfectly at the Whitney. They can handle |
| only renting the space for your wedding reception, | | | | any reception with guest lists exceeding 600 |
| you will need to provide guest seating and bring in an | | | | attendants. The Whitney also boasts |
| off-site cater. Some spectacular photo-ops to be | | | | intricately-carved woodwork and an impressive grand |
| taken at Belle Isle include the Scott Fountain and the | | | | staircase. Since they have multiple dining locations, it is |
| Nancy Brown Peace Carillion. You can contact Belle | | | | best to contact Suzanne Gormely at her phone |
| Isle's office for further inquiry about rentals at | | | | number 313.832.5700. |
| 313.852.4075. | | | | As you can see, there are many places in Detroit for |
| Detroit Yacht Club | | | | a wedding reception. |
| Regarded as North America's largest yacht club, this | | | | |