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VOTED BEST VENUE ON TLC'S FOUR WEDDINGS!

Congratulations on your upcoming wedding! The Genesee Theatre offers a number of beautiful locations for ceremonies and receptions. Nestled near the shore of Lake Michigan, The Genesee Theatre is Lake County’s premier setting for weddings, banquets, concerts, corporate meetings, community events, private functions and much more. With a combination of majestic beauty, unique spaces and award-winning staff, The Genesee is your place for a memorable event.

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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?

$3,500

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

$3,500

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?

$3,500

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

$3,500

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

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

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

Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$28

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

House Liquor
Limited Bar
Open Bar

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

8

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Historic Building

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors

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
House Liquor
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Valet

What months are included in your peak season?

February
March
April
May
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

June
July
August

Reviews of Genesee Theatre

User2208272
User2208272 Sent on 06/13/2016
5 out of 5 rating
I chose the Genesee Theatre for both my wedding ceremony and reception and am so glad I did. Gary and Maggie make wedding planning a dream and the space is just breathtaking. All my guests were blown away by the grand chandeliers and beauty of the space. A wedding to remember for all time!
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User2199123 Sent on 06/26/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Genesee Halloween Wedding

Last October we had the weeding of my dreams. An All Hallows Eve ceremony with all of our friends and Family in costume and Genesee couldn't have been more accommodating and helpful bringing my dream to life. Even our coordinator and the Genesee staff dressed up and celebrated with us. I know its not most Brides dream to have such a crazy concept but Genesee made it more then a dream come true for this Crazy Bride!
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Kathryn Sent on 05/03/2011
5 out of 5 rating
Could not imagine a more beautiful place to get married! Rena helped us through every aspect and the stage hands, ushers, every employee there made our wedding flow so well. It was amazing and they make everything so easy.
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Janet Sent on 09/26/2010
5 out of 5 rating
We could not have been happier with the service we received at The Genesee Theater! From the minute we signed the contract to the last dance...Rena and the entire staff were amazing and we can't thank them enough for making our day perfect and helping us have the best day of our lives! Everyone was so friendly and professional to my husband and I along with all of our guests. They made sure everything went smoothly we didn't have to worry about a thing!
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Zandra Sent on 10/08/2014
4.8 out of 5 rating
The theater was the BEST!!! It helped my vision of a movie premiere themed wedding come to life. The staff was absolutely amazing.... Nicole, the event manager, was great and she dealt with all of my questions, concerns, and changes.... highly recommended!!!! The only reason I could not give all 5 stars was because there was a change in management during my planning, which caused some slow response issues, and last minute confusion about catering, but they did their best to make us happy, which they did!!!
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Cassandra Sent on 07/04/2015
4.7 out of 5 rating
Our experience with the Genesee was truly exceptional. When we first began planning with them there were a few issues with an employee that is no longer with them. Even though the issues were not earth-shattering from then on the Genesee's staff made it their personal mission to make our event the most incredible day of our lives. Not only was the venue perfect for us it felt like we really had a "team" feel between our families and the staff there. Jan, Gary and Maggie were so attentive (one of them even helped me find last minute care for our dog!) and supportive. I am still receiving compliments from our guests about how unique and fun our wedding was and I owe it to the Genesee's wonderful staff.
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Christopher Sent on 09/08/2008
4.3 out of 5 rating
- Awesome and beautiful venue for a wedding for a great price. However, they broke a candle holder that cost$200 and refused to reimburse...
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Jori Sent on 02/11/2014
2.3 out of 5 rating
To start, this venue is ABSOLUTELY STUNNING! The theatre is so beautiful and full of charm. If you are looking to get married in a fantastically different space, this is it. The decor of the building decorates the space on its own. The guests raved about how it was the best wedding they had ever been to. The issue was the event coordinator. She did not return phone calls or emails in a timely manner during the planning process. The morning of the wedding, she was nowhere to be found which left the wedding party and the bride to scavenger throughout the building looking for items that should have been set up. She only became attentive once she was called numerous times by numerous people on two of her different phone lines. The catering company and the venue's beauty is what made this wedding so magical. The stage manager and other staff were also good at their jobs. If you have a strong support system to help out, definitely book this venue. But if you would like to depend on the event coordinator for much (or any) of your event, look elsewhere.
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Genesee Theatre frequently asked questions

Genesee Theatre includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Genesee Theatre includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Genesee Theatre includes:
  • House Liquor
  • Limited Bar
  • Open Bar
The space offered by Genesee Theatre for wedding events is known for:
  • Banquet Hall
  • Historic Building
Genesee Theatre offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
Genesee Theatre offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
Genesee Theatre offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
Genesee Theatre is recommended by 90% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.5 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in value, 4.8 in flexibility, 4.4 in quality of service, 4.3 in average response time and 4.2 in professionalism.
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