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Username: Diesel
Post Number: 30
Registered: 01-2007
| | Posted on Saturday, October 06, 2007 - 5:08 pm: |    |
My fiance and I have been considering getting married downtown sometime next year and have been looking at some options. I was wondering what the peeps on Dyes would suggest. Does anyone have experience or been to some unique weddings in the city?
Any suggestions would help. Thanks. |
Hans57
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Username: Hans57
Post Number: 201
Registered: 05-2006
| | Posted on Saturday, October 06, 2007 - 5:10 pm: | |
For the reception, Book-Cadillac Hotel. |
Kathleen
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Username: Kathleen
Post Number: 2510
Registered: 10-2003
| | Posted on Saturday, October 06, 2007 - 5:13 pm: | |
Here are links to past Forum threads on weddings and wedding photos in Detroit:
Detroit Weddings
https://www.atdetroit.net/forum/mes sages/76017/86575.html
Detroit wedding locations
https://www.atdetroit.net/forum/mes sages/107211/111112.html
Need Ideas for Wedding Pictures - Downtown Detroit
https://www.atdetroit.net/forum/mes sages/76017/5103.html
Those should provide some ideas!! Best wishes!! |
Malcovemagnesia
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Username: Malcovemagnesia
Post Number: 48
Registered: 12-2005
| | Posted on Saturday, October 06, 2007 - 5:14 pm: | |
get someone at the Detroit Yacht Club on Belle Isle to sponsor you... they did a great job with my reception. |
Mrsprunk
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Username: Mrsprunk
Post Number: 6
Registered: 02-2006
| | Posted on Saturday, October 06, 2007 - 7:47 pm: | |
i got married at the detroit yacht club in 2005. you do not need a sponsor to get married there. i had both my ceremony and the reception there and it was a great experience. my guests were very impressed with the club, especially because it is not your typical wedding hall. it is absolutely beautiful. |
Jams
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Username: Jams
Post Number: 6447
Registered: 10-2003
| | Posted on Saturday, October 06, 2007 - 7:57 pm: | |
I've photographed numerous weddings at the Conservatory and the grounds outside of it. |
Paulmcall
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Username: Paulmcall
Post Number: 454
Registered: 05-2004
| | Posted on Saturday, October 06, 2007 - 9:12 pm: | |
City County Building? |
Gazhekwe
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Username: Gazhekwe
Post Number: 770
Registered: 08-2007
| | Posted on Saturday, October 06, 2007 - 9:18 pm: | |
Yes, good old City Hall. Get your pix taken in front of the Spirit of Detroit like we did. |
Urbanoutdoors
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Username: Urbanoutdoors
Post Number: 603
Registered: 11-2005
| | Posted on Saturday, October 06, 2007 - 10:03 pm: | |
http://www.modeldmedia.com/dev elopmentnews/colonyclub11207.a spx |
Gdub
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Username: Gdub
Post Number: 1151
Registered: 10-2003
| | Posted on Sunday, October 07, 2007 - 4:11 am: | |
My brother and his wife got married in G.P. and had their reception at the DYC, with photo ops at the Gaelic League (I know, it's an Irish thing) and MCS beforehand. Awesome. The reception at DYC was flawless. Beautiful space, great service, great veranda views of the river and city. It was a large reception and everyone had a great time. Seriously, check into DYC for the reception.
Also, if you're Catholic, I went to a wedding at St. Mary's in Greektown a few years ago and it's a beautiful place for a ceremony. |
Ddmoore54
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Username: Ddmoore54
Post Number: 334
Registered: 07-2004
| | Posted on Sunday, October 07, 2007 - 6:42 am: | |
Old St. Mary's is indeed beautiful, however they are pretty strict about only letting members get married there. |
Diesel
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Username: Diesel
Post Number: 31
Registered: 01-2007
| | Posted on Sunday, October 07, 2007 - 7:48 am: | |
Awesome! thanks for all the great ideas I knew I could find some good information on this site. |
Jerome81
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Username: Jerome81
Post Number: 1629
Registered: 11-2003
| | Posted on Monday, October 08, 2007 - 12:02 am: | |
Went to a wedding at the DAC. Amazing.
I've also heard the DYC does a great job.
B-C I would definitely check into. Lot of great history there as well.
Doesn't the Masonic do a lot of (or used to) receptions? Maybe I'm off on that one.... |
Hybridy
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Username: Hybridy
Post Number: 161
Registered: 08-2006
| | Posted on Monday, October 08, 2007 - 12:11 am: | |
small chapel at marygrove
very picturesque/exclusive
then onto the detroit country club for the reception
or book cadillac |
Mackinaw
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Username: Mackinaw
Post Number: 3758
Registered: 02-2005
| | Posted on Monday, October 08, 2007 - 12:31 am: | |
Yes, you'll be able to use to Book Cadillac.
I've been to a wedding at Comerica Park, in the Tiger Club. It was pretty good; it was just big enough for a large wedding. It could comfortably hold most weddings. They turn the lights on in the stadium, and you can take photos on the field.
As for the church, I recommend choosing a place that you're going to be loyal too. I have a hard time with people from the suburbs who choose a token beautiful church in the city for their wedding and then don't go back there. If it's a Catholic wedding, I recommend St. Mary's, St. Anne, or St. Joseph, but a lot goes into such a decision, especially if you're going to join the parish. |
Diesel
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Username: Diesel
Post Number: 32
Registered: 01-2007
| | Posted on Monday, October 08, 2007 - 9:05 am: | |
I think it would be really cool to have the reception at the Book I only worry about scheduling and if everything will be complete by then. I guess all I need to do contact someone over there. Their website says complete fall of 08 and that's when we are planning on doing the wedding.
As far as choosing the church you're right it does make sense to choose a church that we would stay loyal too, although some of the church's mentioned here are beautiful and would be amazing. |
Nyct
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Username: Nyct
Post Number: 76
Registered: 01-2007
| | Posted on Monday, October 08, 2007 - 9:06 am: | |
we we're married at the Omni Hotel ... truly a hidden gem. couldn't ask for a better location especially since we had a ton of out of town guests who got great deals on the rooms. |
Jtw
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Username: Jtw
Post Number: 177
Registered: 06-2005
| | Posted on Monday, October 08, 2007 - 9:38 am: | |
i was at a wedding a few weeks ago at the Roostertail. Ceremony was outside on the 'pier' and the reception upstairs in the ballroom - it was very nice. |
Mrsjdaniels
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Username: Mrsjdaniels
Post Number: 278
Registered: 08-2005
| | Posted on Monday, October 08, 2007 - 10:46 am: | |
historical museum or max m fisher!
I had my reception at the Omni...it was nice too |
The_ed
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Username: The_ed
Post Number: 13
Registered: 10-2007
| | Posted on Wednesday, October 10, 2007 - 12:40 pm: | |
How about the Flower House on Belle Isle? |
B_in_the_d
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Username: B_in_the_d
Post Number: 1
Registered: 08-2007
| | Posted on Wednesday, October 10, 2007 - 1:36 pm: | |
My wife and I got married 2 weekends ago at the Traffic Jam in Midtown. Not your typical wedding, but it was a blast. The food was stellar, the drink was plenty and all of the 130 people who came had a great time. The staff was awesome. All around a great party.
If TJ's is not quite what you're looking for (it is an eccentric locale for a wedding I admit), definitely consider having them cater.
We had about 30 out of town guests. We did a block of rooms at the Hilton Garden Inn, which was perfect. Also, we did "welcome to the D" gift bags complete with all kinds of Detroit swag. Just an idea to consider. |
The_ed
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Username: The_ed
Post Number: 17
Registered: 10-2007
| | Posted on Wednesday, October 10, 2007 - 1:57 pm: | |
I remember going to the Traffic Jam & Snug many years ago. I loved the bar-b-cued beef and the basket 'o fries with a pitcher of sangria. Do they still bake their own breads? |
Oldoak
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Username: Oldoak
Post Number: 42
Registered: 09-2007
| | Posted on Wednesday, October 10, 2007 - 2:30 pm: | |
Dear B:
Welcome to the forum. What sort of swag did your guests get and did they have any comments about Detroit -- good or bad? |
Jt1
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Username: Jt1
Post Number: 10459
Registered: 10-2003
| | Posted on Wednesday, October 10, 2007 - 2:36 pm: | |
Ed - They make bread, cookies, beer, cheese and ice cream on the premises.
I may be forgetting something. |
The_ed
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Username: The_ed
Post Number: 19
Registered: 10-2007
| | Posted on Wednesday, October 10, 2007 - 3:08 pm: | |
Thanx Jt1. I may go there this weekend. It's been at least 15 years. |
Jimaz
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Username: Jimaz
Post Number: 3466
Registered: 12-2005
| | Posted on Wednesday, October 10, 2007 - 5:42 pm: | |
We were married downtown right on the street by a vagrant for 25¢. Maybe that's not so unique. It sure was funny though. 
(Message edited by Jimaz on October 10, 2007) |
Rocket_city
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Username: Rocket_city
Post Number: 432
Registered: 04-2006
| | Posted on Wednesday, October 10, 2007 - 7:09 pm: | |
Over the summer, I had the opportunity to go up into the Guardian Buildings 30th floor events space. It was set up for a wedding reception at the time and seemed to be a very fitting place with great views all around. Being that high up and in that type of environment would require some pretty technical planning and could be a logistical nightmare depending on what kind of guests would attend. My family wouldn't "get it" as we're use to receptions out at the K of C Hall on County Road Bucktooth. |
Rocket_city
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Username: Rocket_city
Post Number: 433
Registered: 04-2006
| | Posted on Wednesday, October 10, 2007 - 7:15 pm: | |
Oh, congratulations on your engagement!
(Message edited by Rocket City on October 10, 2007) |
Viziondetroit
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Username: Viziondetroit
Post Number: 1178
Registered: 11-2003
| | Posted on Wednesday, October 10, 2007 - 7:38 pm: | |
"My family wouldn't "get it" as we're use to receptions out at the K of C Hall on County Road Bucktooth."
lol lol lol.... |
Diesel
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Username: Diesel
Post Number: 33
Registered: 01-2007
| | Posted on Wednesday, October 10, 2007 - 8:42 pm: | |
Thanks! Does anyone have any experience with weddings at the Detroit Athletic Club? Looks really nice. |
Fareastsider
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Username: Fareastsider
Post Number: 621
Registered: 08-2006
| | Posted on Wednesday, October 10, 2007 - 9:53 pm: | |
What does it cost to use the event room in the Guardian? |
Granmontrules
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Username: Granmontrules
Post Number: 200
Registered: 01-2007
| | Posted on Wednesday, October 10, 2007 - 9:59 pm: | |
We went to a reception at the Casino on Belle Isle and they had taken their pictures in the Conservatory. I thought it was very nice! |
Raptor56
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Username: Raptor56
Post Number: 131
Registered: 05-2007
| | Posted on Thursday, October 11, 2007 - 11:14 am: | |
I've been wanting to DJ a wedding downtown for quite some time now. It makes life more interesting and entertaining when I dj at unique venues.
Here's my mostly shameless plug if you're interested: http://www.FrozenEntertainment .com |
Tarkus
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Username: Tarkus
Post Number: 396
Registered: 04-2006
| | Posted on Thursday, October 11, 2007 - 1:08 pm: | |
The Detroit Opera House.
www.michiganoperatheatre.org
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Steelworker
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Username: Steelworker
Post Number: 1003
Registered: 02-2004
| | Posted on Thursday, October 11, 2007 - 1:23 pm: | |
I went to a wedding at orchestra hall with reception at max fisher it was wonderful but it depends on if you have the money to spend for that place. My friend spent TONS of cash. |
Irvine_laird
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Username: Irvine_laird
Post Number: 79
Registered: 02-2007
| | Posted on Thursday, October 11, 2007 - 1:33 pm: | |
My girlfriend told me Sacred Heart Seminary has an extraordinary chapel.
We've hosted a few weddings and receptions in the "Gothic Room" at the Dossin Great Lakes Museum. This ornate room used to be one of the main public spaces aboard the City of Detroit III, one of the most luxurious steamships to ever cruise the Great Lakes. The price for the space is pretty good, too. |
Crash67
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Username: Crash67
Post Number: 37
Registered: 05-2007
| | Posted on Thursday, October 11, 2007 - 5:42 pm: | |
I DJed a wedding this past weekend in the Streets of Old Detroit at the Detroit Historical Museum. The people seemed to really love it. Holiday Catering did the event and did a great job as well. |
Saders
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Username: Saders
Post Number: 3
Registered: 10-2007
| | Posted on Thursday, October 11, 2007 - 8:23 pm: | |
My sis just got married downtown, reception was at the Gem Theatre, very nice room, big fireplace and bar |
Jerome81
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Username: Jerome81
Post Number: 1631
Registered: 11-2003
| | Posted on Thursday, October 11, 2007 - 9:26 pm: | |
Diesel-
I attended a wedding at the DAC earlier this year. It was EXCELLENT. One of the best ones I've been too. We had drinks and appetizers on the main floor and the reception was upstairs in the big ballroom. Fantastic fantastic place. And the Tigers were playing that night too.
We all had a wonderful time. highly recommended. |
Diesel
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Username: Diesel
Post Number: 35
Registered: 01-2007
| | Posted on Friday, October 12, 2007 - 8:38 am: | |
Thanks Jerome I will be touring the facilities this afternoon at the DAC. I have heard great things about the place and I'm excited for the tour. All goes well I'm going to be looking for a sponsor because it's a member only deal. |
Bobj
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Username: Bobj
Post Number: 2469
Registered: 11-2003
| | Posted on Friday, October 12, 2007 - 8:41 am: | |
I also attended a wedding at the DAC this Summer. Excellent place, very good service, good food, very unique compared to most big room kind of places and a great location. After the reception petered out, a bunch of us went to Cliff Bells - lots of fun. |
56packman
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Username: 56packman
Post Number: 1825
Registered: 12-2005
| | Posted on Sunday, October 14, 2007 - 3:23 pm: | |
A co-worker called the Century club on my recommendation and was curtly told by one of Chuck's girls that "all receptions here START at $20,000"
I guess they don't need the business |
