Attentive Service in a Central Location
The Woodward is a versatile event venue located in the heart of downtown South Bend, IN. Nestled between two large hotels, this property is an ideal choice for those seeking an elegant space within walking distance of overnight accommodation and the city’s hustle and bustle. Here, happy couples have the freedom to style their day as they have envisioned with the assistance of dedicated event staff. The Woodward provides a bright and airy banquet hall that can comfortably accommodate wedding events with up to 200 attendees. This open plan event space allows couples to implement the layout of their choice here, with ample room for both the ceremony and reception here. The hall features hardwood flooring and neutral decor which facilitates easy transformation to suit any event theme or color scheme. The stand out feature here is the surrounding floor-to-ceiling windows that allow natural light to enhance occasions held here. The ample natural illumination also provides the perfect lighting for wonderful wedding photography. Guests can also enjoy taking in the panoramic city views from this room. After a stylish ceremony, guests can transition to the elegant foyer space where they can enjoy a relaxed cocktail hour while the main room is transformed into the reception area. The dedicated in-house event planner will work with you to ensure that every aspect of your day here runs smoothly. They can assist with timelines, room layouts, vendor coordination, and much more. They are also happy to facilitate overnight accommodations in one of the nearby hotels for you and your guests. The venue’s catering partner is passionate about creating sumptuous menus for special events. They aim to discover your taste preferences and menu ideas and will use their knowledge and expertise to create a customized cuisine selection for your celebration. They use only the highest quality ingredients to craft their dishes, which are served by polite and professional staff. This venue also offers complimentary parking facilities for guests in their dedicated lot nearby.