Create lifetime memories with celebrations for families or business associates at eleven locations. Groups from 50-500 can host weddings, holiday parties, sports banquets, meetings or seminars, showers, graduations and more.
Birthday Parties
Kids' Birthday Party Packages are available through Red Oaks and Wint Nature Centers. Parties feature a nature theme, craft and/or hike, offering a unique experience.
Red Oaks Golf Course also welcomes kids of all ages for
FootGolf birthday parties.
Elegant Atmosphere
The Buhl Estate at Addison Oaks
Set amidst dramatic willows and surrounded by a formal flower garden, the tudor-style Buhl Estate manor home is picture-perfect for any special occasion; weddings, banquets, receptions and business meetings. Food service by Oak Management. Virtual Tour
Glen Oaks
Historically-renovated Glen Oaks retains the charm of another era while providing a tranquil view of the golf course's rolling terrain. A large banquet facility, as well as an outdoor wedding garden, are available. Food service by
Oak Management. Virtual Tour
Lyon Oaks
The Frank Lloyd Wright-style picturesque clubhouse offers expansive views of the course, accommodating parties of up to 450 for wedding receptions, banquets and educational meetings. Food service by Katherine's Catering. Virtual tour
White Lake Oaks
The facility features a banquet room overlooking the scenic golf course and banquet, as well as a garden patio. Food service by
The Lafayette Market. Virtual Tour For 2020 inquries, please call 248-392-8219.
A Unique Option
The Ellis Barn
The historic Ellis Barn at Springfield Oaks hosts barn dances and large gatherings and has become a popular DIY wedding venue. Virtual Tour
Wint Nature Center Great Hall
The Wint Nature Center is now available for rentals. The
Great Hall, with a beautiful view of an outdoor bird feeding area, is a lovely option for small gatherings such as showers, anniversary parties and small group events.
Casual Venues
The activity center features ample space in exhibit hall for wedding receptions, dances, art and antiques shows and sports card shows. A multi-purpose room is also available for banquets, seminars, reunions and more.
Waterford Oaks Activity Center
Waterford Oaks Activity Center accommodates 200 for banquets and large gatherings. It features an open floor plan with adjacent bar area and coat room. Select audio-visual equipment is available.
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Lookout Lodge
Featuring a fireplace, deck, scenic overlook and ample parking, the Lookout Lodge comfortably seats 100 at tables, and is a particularly picturesque setting for winter festivities, including holiday, retirement and family parties, as well as showers and weddings. Guests can provide their own food or use an outside caterer. Audio-visual equipment is available. Virtual Tour
Outdoor Locations
Cohn Amphitheater at Independence Oaks/Wint Nature Center
The Cohn Amphitheater, with shelter and fire circle, accommodates 150-200 guests for weddings and special
events in a picturesque outdoor park setting. Weddings can be scheduled mid-May through mid-October. No indoor alternative space is available for ceremonies or receptions. The four-hour rental allows time for set-up, the ceremony and removal of decorations. Rehearsal times must be scheduled in advance.
Bench style seating accommodates 150 people; an additional 50 people can sit on the lawn (lawn chairs or blankets are not provided). Parking is limited to about 50 cars.
There is a small gazebo with electricity at the rear of the amphitheater available for use. Restrooms are available at the Wint Nature Center. The Sensory Garden is available for photos with amphitheater rental.
Call 248-625-0877 to schedule an event.
Several parks offer rental pavilions that are picture-perfect for weddings and special gatherings.