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The Harris Building is an all-inclusive wedding venue located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. With its historic character, flexible event space, and dedicated staff, the venue guarantees a wedding experience that you and your guests will treasure, and talk about for a lifetime.
We invite you to say "I do" in our breath-taking, 18-foot ceiling domed ballroom, dance the night away on our original hardwood floors, and create unforgettable memories with your loved ones in a breath-taking building.
Provide a stress-free experience for your guests with our complimentary valet service. Save time searching, and party all night with our professional and dynamic in-house DJ. Let our team of event professionals take care of the finer details, and allow yourself to enjoy every precious moment of your special day.
Let's Make Your Event Timeless.
Facilities and Capacity
The Harris Building is conveniently located just off US-131 in Downtown Grand Rapids. Built in 1892, on the site of the former Grand Rapids Union, the venue provides a historic backdrop for your special day. The building’s second floor includes an expansive domed ballroom with 18-foot ceilings. Brick walls and craftsman-style woodwork add additional charm to your celebration. Wedding ceremonies held here have a limit of 200 guest chairs, though the venue itself can accommodate up to 250 of your family and friends.
Services Offered
Couples will receive professional event planning assistance from the venue’s helpful and professional team of specialists. When working with this event space for your big day, you will have access to the following wedding services and items included in your rental package:
- Complimentary Valet Parking
- Professional DJ, A/V, Lighting Services
- Dance Floor
- Black or White Floor-Length Linens
- Tables & Chairs
- Professional Event Coordination Services
- Bridal Loft Suite
- Chandeliers & Lounge-Style Furniture
- Built-in Bar & Catering Prep Kitchen
- Event Security
Additional services offered include decor rental, decor set-up, and tear-down services, photo booth rental, and late-night food services. These options are available for additional purchase above and beyond the original package pricing.
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The venue works with a list of preferred professional caterers to ensure that your celebration is as stress-free as possible. Various dining services, such as buffets, cocktail receptions, family-style service, hors d’oeuvres, plated service, stations, and others, are all at your disposal. Couples can opt for either a limited or an open bar for their event and can also select from an array of bar services, provided through Distinctive Catering:
- Bartender(s)
- Champagne Toast
- House Beer, Wine, & Liquor
- Premium Liquor
- Signature Drinks
- Specialty Beer & Wine
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The Harris Building is highly praised by guests for its industrial yet warm and inviting atmosphere, spacious layout, and helpful, professional staff including Emily and Jennifer. Reviewers appreciate the staff's responsiveness and assistance in planning and executing weddings, with high levels of communication and affordability. The beautiful historic building is commended for its character, brick walls, chandeliers, and street view windows, creating a stunning backdrop for weddings. Despite a minor issue with a DJ, guests were overall extremely satisfied with their experience, emphasizing the venue's beauty and the exceptional support provided by the Harris Building team.




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