A historic venue for life’s historic occasions
A historic venue for life’s historic occasionsBased in Ann Arbor, MI, Gandy Dancer Restaurant offers its space as a venue for weddings and events. Located in the historic Michigan Central Depot, this venue sports a blend of old-school charm and modern, contemporary details. From your rehearsal dinner to your reception desserts, the grounds make for a memorable base for your and your guests' wedding experience. Gandy Dancer Restaurant's location was first built in 1886 and has been carefully restored to serve as an elegant architectural landmark. The grounds feature original stone walls, lush surroundings, and multiple private spaces for you to host your wedding events. Their largest option is The Courtyard, a covered outdoor area where up to 120 guests can be seated comfortably around the dance floor. Paper lantern-style lights hang from the ceiling, adding a rustic, welcoming glow to your celebration. Flourishing trees and shrubs surround the space, adding a touch of natural beauty to your event. Also available onsite is the contemporary Mezzanine, where the muted color scheme, moody lighting, and stained glass windows make for a memorable cocktail hour or pre-event gatherings of 70 people. For a more intimate setting, The Wolverine Room features vintage chandeliers, stone walls, and semicircle windows to help up to 50 guests feel like they're traveling through time. You will have a variety of dishes to choose from for your reception dinner. The catering team's multi-course reception dinners will ensure that you and your loved ones have a mouthwatering experience, from your champagne toast to your wedding cake cutting. Whether you're planning an intimate gathering or a large, lavish celebration, Gandy Dancer Restaurant will make sure that your big day is one to remember.