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Recommended by 100% of couples

About this venue

Venue Blue is a wedding and events venue in Traverse City, Michigan, where blue lakes, vibrant sunsets, and joyful celebrations intertwine. Nestled on the shores of Lake Michigan, this indoor-outdoor setting is a place where people of all ages can feel connected to and inspired by Michigan's Great Lakes. Venue Blue is owned and operated by the Discovery Center & Pier, a non-profit organization dedicated to sharing the wonders of the Great Lakes with the community. Every event at Venue Blue supports the Discovery Center's mission to fund lake exploration activities for youth in the local area. The team at this property looks forward to helping couples plan a great wedding celebration on the shores of the Great Lakes.

Facilities and Capacity

Venue Blue boasts a stunning indoor pavilion space that can accommodate all kinds of gatherings, from engagement parties to wedding receptions. Those who would prefer to bask in the sunlight on their special day can host their celebration on the pier surrounding the property. With its open floor plan and all-weather accessibility, the pavilion can be arranged and decorated to suit a couple's tastes. Venue Blue can welcome up to 300 guests for private events, with Lake Michigan providing the backdrop for every memorable moment.

Services Offered

All couples who host their weddings at Venue Blue will have support from the on-site venue manager to ensure their special day runs smoothly. They will be on hand to answer any questions a couple or their vendors might have and ensure the property is well-presented. Parking at Venue Blue is free for all event guests, with a spacious parking lot located across the street. Vendors can access running water and power in the pavilion, making the event setup process seamless. Every venue rental package includes the use of the property for wedding photos, allowing newlyweds to capture the beauty of their special day at Venue Blue.

Features

Small team (2-10 members)

Experience

  • 2 years in business

  • We speak English

Links

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FAQ

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

No

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

No

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

Parking

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

1

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1-2

Describe your venue:

Marina
Waterfront

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
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
November
December

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Reviews of Venue Blue

Weddingwire
5.0/5 2 reviews
Google
4.8/5 226 reviews
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Skyllar Sent on 08/20/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Welcome Party

We hosted our wedding welcome party at Venue Blue and it could not have been more perfect! Laura was incredible to work with and answered all of our questions in a timely manner leading up to the event, and was there all night to help with anything we needed!! The views are truly spectacular being surrounded by the water and all of the ships!! It was also comforting knowing the venue has the sidewalls, so we didn’t need to stress about rain!! Truly can’t recommend this place enough!! The value, especially for the area, is unmatched!
J.P.
J.p. Sent on 07/26/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Great space!

We had our welcome party at Venue Blue the night before our wedding and it was perfect! We ended up with fantastic weather, but even if we hadn't, I wasn't worried because the structure has so many fans/retractable walls/other options for cooling and protecting you from the elements. Our guests loved the setting right on the water, and people enjoyed spreading out on the grassy areas around the pavilion as the evening went on.

Laura, the venue coordinator, is super helpful and responsive, and my wife and I commented to each other multiple times throughout the planning process about how much we appreciated her and enjoyed working with her. We definitely recommend Venue Blue for whatever event you might be planning.
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Venue Blue frequently asked questions

Venue Blue includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Parking
The space offered by Venue Blue for wedding events is known for:
  • Marina
  • Waterfront
Venue Blue offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Venue Blue offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Venue Blue offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Venue Blue offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
Venue Blue is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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