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Reception
$2,500 starting price
Ceremony
$1,250 starting price
Reception
$2,500 starting price
Ceremony
$1,250 starting price

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With dramatic character and storied history, the historic Gem Theatre is one of the most sought-after event venues in the city. Located in the heart of Downtown Detroit on Madison Avenue, the building features ornate Spanish & Art Deco architecture, warm dining rooms and an exquisitely landscaped garden patio.

The Gem Theatre offers each couple exclusive use of the building on their special day. With multiple floors and rooms, the Gem can accommodate any guest count, from a more intimate experience with 150 guests or less in the Gem itself, or a larger dining space in our lower level for up to 250 guests.

With outstanding service and attention to every detail, Forbes Hospitality will ensure that any occasion is truly unforgettable. Our wedding packages include all your venue needs, including tables, Chiavari chairs, floor length linen, glassware, china & silverware. Our in-house catering team will work with you to create your ideal wedding menu from passed appetizers to late night stations and everything in between. Our bar package is top tier and includes a wide variety of wines, domestic and craft beers, liquors, and champagne so that each guest has something they'll enjoy. Dedicated staff will be on-site throughout the night to make sure everything runs smoothly and seamlessly.

We can't wait to work with you to host the wedding of your dreams!

Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$2,500

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$2,500

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$1,250

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$1,250

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

4

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Garden
Historic Building
Mansion
Restaurant

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Chairs
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
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Reviews of Gem Theatre

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4.4 out of 5 rating
4.4 out of 5 rating
25 Reviews
88% recommend it
  • Quality of service
    4.4 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    4.3 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    4.4 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.4 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.4 out of 5 rating
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The Gem Theater is highly praised by couples for its gorgeous venue, excellent service, delicious food, and accommodating staff, especially mentioning names of staff like Taliah and Nathalie. Guests appreciated the different areas available for the reception and the helpfulness of the day-of coordinator. The stage for the ceremony, balcony seating, and outdoor patio were particularly loved, and the inclusive packages made the planning process smooth. Overall, the Gem Theater is consistently recommended for a dream wedding experience.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

The Gem Theater is highly praised by couples for its gorgeous venue, excellent service, delicious food, and accommodating staff, especially mentioning names of staff like Taliah and Nathalie. Guests appreciated the different areas available for the reception and the helpfulness of the day-of coordinator. The stage for the ceremony, balcony seating, and outdoor patio were particularly loved, and the inclusive packages made the planning process smooth. Overall, the Gem Theater is consistently recommended for a dream wedding experience.

Weddingwire
4.4/5 25 reviews
Google
4.7/5 274 reviews
David
David H. Sent on 08/29/2024
4.8 out of 5 rating

8-10-24 Wedding

My wife and I had a fantastic wedding at the Gem Theater this summer! The venue is gorgeous and unparalleled in the city. We loved having access to the getting ready rooms and the rest of the entire theater. Our guests had a number of different areas to hang out during the reception. The food, drink, and service was excellent throughout the night.
Working with Taliah was great, and she was able to answer all the questions we had along the way. We didn't have a wedding planner, but Taliah and the day of coordinator at the Gem helped things go off without a hitch.
Thanks to the Gem for helping make it the wedding of our dreams.
Keith
Keith L. Sent on 08/26/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Gem Theatre Wedding 8-17-24

We had a wonderful experience working with the Gem Theatre and our sales manager, Taliah, for our wedding. Taliah and all the other staff we worked with were professional, flexible, and accommodating of all requests we made in the lead-up to the event.

The actual wedding was fantastic. The venue was clean and gorgeous, the food was delicious, drinks were great with fast service and friendly bartenders.

I can't say enough positive things, we were very happy with our experience working with the staff at the Gem. All our guests were impressed and so were we.
K
Kara W. Sent on 08/07/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Venue

My husband and I got married at the Gem on August 3rd and it was the perfect day! Every person who worked with us including Taliah and Nathalie were so nice and helpful throughout the night. We had an amazing day and am so glad we picked the gem for our wedding. Everyone came up to us raving about the venue and the food and service. I would highly recommend having your wedding here!
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Awards

25

Real Weddings

John & Rachel
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Professional Network & Endorsements

2 Endorsements
Rondo String Quartet Rondo String Quartet Wedding Musicians

The historic Gem Theatre is a gorgeous venue for any special event. The Spanish Revival and Arts & Crafts architecture and warm hand painted dining rooms make it a unique setting for those looking for historic elegance. We've always been impressed by the staff and consider it a great day when we get to perform in the historic Gem.

The Rite Officiant The Rite Officiant Wedding Officiants

The Gem Theatre ( Century Theatre and Colony Club) are all amazing venues! Each has its own special ambience. Besides the amazing architecture and theatrical options, the staff is awesome and the food is top notch! I have been to many events at the Gem, Century and Colony and have always been impressed. Whether I was serving as a floral provider, an officiant or just a guest, it has always been pleasurable! I highly recommend them.

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Gem Theatre frequently asked questions

Gem Theatre includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Gem Theatre includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Gem Theatre includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Limited Bar
  • Open Bar
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
  • Specialty Beer
  • Specialty Wine
The space offered by Gem Theatre for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
  • Mansion
  • Restaurant
Gem Theatre offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Gem Theatre offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Gem Theatre offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Gem Theatre offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
Gem Theatre is recommended by 88% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.4 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.4 in quality of service, 4.4 in flexibility, 4.4 in professionalism, 4.4 in value and 4.3 in average response time.

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