Best Event Spaces & Baby Shower Venues in West Michigan
Grand Rapids has many great event spaces and baby shower venues. And oftentimes, your favorite places and things to do in Grand Rapids double as amazing rental options.
Party at the public museum? Yes, please!
Some of these rental halls are free or inexpensive and some may be more of an investment–you can pick what works for you.
Create a memorable theme by hosting at a museum or zoo. If you want to do your own designing, local parks with covered shelters are great backdrops.
And for the best food, a Grand Rapids restaurant is a great baby shower venue. You can find top picks in this article, but your favorite restaurant may also have event space, or maybe just cater!
In This Article
Restaurant Event Spaces
Restaurants are great baby shower venues! They really take all the guesswork out of planning.
Not only do you not need to clean your house–you don’t need to cook either!
Many of these locations will provide catering-type dining. Otherwise, your party guests can order what they’d like while you just pick up the bill.
Please call the restaurants directly to ask any questions you may have to be sure it’s going to be a good fit for your shower.
Amore Trattoria Italiana
5080 Alpine Ave NW, Comstock Park MI, 49321
Amore Trattoria Italiana
Capacity: Private room for 6 – 35 persons.
Bar Divani
15 Ionia SW, Suite 130, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Bar Divani
Capacity: Private dining option for up to 100 people.
Bistro Bella Vita
44 Cesar E. Chavez Ave SW Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503
Bistro Bella Vita
Several room options available.
Capacity: The largest private room holds up to 120 people.
Boatwerks Waterfront Restaurant
216 Van Raalte Ave, Holland, MI 49423
Boatwerks Waterfront Restaurant
Indoor and outdoor venues available on the water in Holland.
Capacity: Private dining for up to 60 people, event spaces for up to 400 people
The Grand Woods Lounge
77 Cesar E. Chavez Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
The Grand Woods Lounge
Four private dining areas available.
Harmony Beer
1551 Lake Dr. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506
Harmony Beer
Capacity: Two semi-private back rooms. One room holds up to 17 people and one up to 25 people.
Mangiamo
1033 Lake Dr SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506
Mangiamo
A beautiful historic mansion with indoor and outdoor event space
Capacity: Private rooms available or tented lawn dining for up to 300 guests.
The Melting Pot
2090 Celebration Dr NE Ste 130, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
The Melting Pot
Capacity: Party room available for up to 32 guests.
OddSide Ales
41 Washington Ave, Grand Haven, MI 49417
OddSide Ales
Capacity: Event space that can be private or semi-private for up to 40 people.
Pietro’s
2780 Birchcrest Dr SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506
Pietro’s
Capacity: Party rooms available for private family-style dining
Banquet Halls & Studios
There are a growing number of places in the area that exist just to host your event. From small groups to a large crowd, we’ve got you covered with facility rentals in Grand Rapids and surrounding areas!
Please call the facilities directly to ask any questions you may have to be sure it’s going to be a good fit for your shower.
707
711 Washington Ave Suite B, Grand Haven, MI 49417
707
Capacity: 1,400 sq. ft. of event space, including three-seasons room that opens to the outdoors, in downtown Grand Haven.
Brush Studios
50 Louis NW, Ste 102, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Brush Studios
Downtown Grand Rapids space you can rent without having to paint.
Capacity: 60 people
The Cheney Place
1600 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49505
The Cheney Place
Stylish event space with lots of fun furniture rental options. (Cute bar, but no kitchen space.)
Capacity: Private event space holds up to 350
The Goei Center & The Kindel Room
818 Butterworth SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
The Goei Center & The Kindel Room
Historic Kindel Furniture building loaded with character. Two different sized spaces means more options.
Capacity: The Goei Center holds up to 350. The Kindel Room holds up to 200.
The Downtown Market
435 Ionia Ave. SW Grand Rapids, MI 49503
The Downtown Market
Unique event spaces of various sizes
Capacity: Varies based on the space
The Honeysuckle Co
3900 Costa Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
The Honeysuckle Co
Cute rental space with flexible staff
Capacity: 36 people, max 40
Lake Arvesta Farms
06464 Co Arrest Dr, South Haven, MI 49090
Lake Arvesta Farms
Host a shower in their modern silo, at the boat house, or even on an island.
With a large, versatile indoor space and a variety of outdoor settings to choose from, the possibilities are endless.
Capacity: 30 – 400 depending on the space
Morning Ritual Coffee
637 Stocking Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504
Morning Ritual Coffee
Cute upstairs space. Plus amazing drinks (10% off) available for your guests!
Capacity: Up to 25 people
The Mud Room
1971 E Beltline Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49525
The Mud Room
You can pick a pottery or wood sign project to do as a group as well.
Capacity: Private party room for 16 people
Postma Center at Pine Rest
300 68th Street SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49548
(Building C, Entrance C2)
Postma Center at Pine Rest
Five multi-purpose baby shower venues available, including colorful outdoor courtyards.
Capacity: 14 – 400 depending on space
Thought Design
10 East Bridge St NE, Rockford, MI 49341
Thought Design
Nearly 3,000 square feet, including outdoor dining space and culinary space where the chef can provide the fun with a culinary class during your event.
Capacity: 20 – 70 people depending on space
Museums, Theaters & Zoos
Some of these event spaces are so iconic, you won’t have to do any decorating! If you’re looking for an Instagrammable baby shower venue, this is your list.
Please call the facilities directly to ask any questions you may have to be sure it’s going to be a good fit for your shower.
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
1000 E Beltline Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
Picturesque location with many baby shower venue rental options.
Capacity: 40 – 1200 depending on the space
Grand Rapids Art Museum
101 Monroe Center St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Grand Rapids Art Museum
A variety of unique event spaces available for rent, including outdoor options.
Grand Rapids Children’s Museum
11 Sheldon Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Grand Rapids Children’s Museum
You can rent the whole GRCM building! How’s that for a memorable event?
Capacity: 350 people
Grand Rapids Kroc Center
2500 Division Ave S, Grand Rapids, MI 49507
Grand Rapids Kroc Center
Multiple event spaces to fit any budget.
Capacity: 25 – 350 depending on space
John Ball Zoo
1300 Fulton St W, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
John Ball Zoo
Many options available in both their Ball Room and the Bissell Tree House.
St. Cecilia Music Center
24 Ransom Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
St. Cecilia Music Center
Four beautiful settings to choose from for baby shower venues.
Capacity: 50 – 500 depending on space
Wealthy Theatre
1130 Wealthy St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506
Wealthy Theatre
Offers a variety of spaces at a reasonable cost.
Capacity: 30 – 100 depending on space
Park Shelters & Lodges Event Spaces
Spring and summer baby showers can move outdoors when the weather cooperates.
Many area parks have sheltered areas you can reserve.
Kent County Parks
Kent County Parks
Mostly seasonal rentals (May – October) with seating for about 125 at each location.
Capacity: Varies by location
Ottawa County Parks
Ottawa County Parks
Beautiful lodges at many Ottawa County area parks that you can rent for your own private event, in addition to reserving covered picnic spaces.
Capacity: Varies by location
Hotels with Event Spaces
While you may not think of hotels as great baby shower venues, many area hotels have conference and meeting rooms you can rent out in addition to larger banquet room areas.
You’ll be surprised at some of the options you can find at a hotel!
Bay Point Inn
11456 Marsh Road, Shelbyville, MI 49344
Bay Point Inn
Gorgeous, airy event spaces on Gun Lake for up to 300, with food options available.
Capacity: 10 – 300 people
Canopy by Hilton
131 Ionia Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Canopy by Hilton
Four different light-filled venues with capacity for 100 people.
Capacity: 100 people
Holiday Inn
940 Savidge St, Spring Lake, MI 49456
Holiday Inn
Various meeting rooms available, right on the Grand River.
Capactity: Up to 250
Sports & Entertainment Rentals
These spots are great for a themed party.
LMCU Ballpark
4500 West River Dr. Comstock Park, MI 49321
LMCU Ballpark, home to the West Michigan Whitecaps, has several event space options, including the whole stadium!
Capacity: varies. Super Suite seats 75, and the stadium can hold 10K.
Celebration Cinemas
North and South locations – Grand Rapids
Celebration Cinemas
Conference rooms available at both north and south locations. You can also rent an entire theatre for a movie-themed event!
Capacity: 20 – 250, depending on the room
The Old Theater
315 West Main Street, Lowell, MI, United States, 49331
Experience old school ambience with a rental at The Old Theater in historic downtown Lowell.
BattleGR Tactical Games
284 Dodge NE Suite 100, Comstock Park, MI 49321
Book a shower or party with a private room and sports fun in one. BattleGR will take care of the food for you.
Some guests even do couples baby showers where you can celebrate and also play laser tag or do axe throwing.
Capacity: 60
Affordable Event Spaces
These are great options if you need an alternate location for your event.
While many require residency, some you can pay a little extra if you are not a township resident.
Many of these locations will let you bring in your own food and decorate a little according to a party theme. Let your creativity shine without needing to deep-clean your home with one of these baby shower venues.
Alpine Township Community Room
5255 Alpine Ave NW, Comstock Park, MI 49321
Alpine Township Community Room
Three halls available to residents.
Capacity: Ranging from 45-110
Byron Township Community Center
2120 76th Street SW, Byron Center, MI 49315
Byron Township Community Center
Three multi-purpose rooms available, as well as outdoor pavilions.
Capacity: 35 – 65 people or 200 in the gym
Grand Rapids Public Library – Main Branch
111 Library Street NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Grand Rapids Public Library – Main Branch
Two rooms available, with capacity up to 140 guests.
Capacity: 12 – 140 depending on room and arrangement
Grattan Township Community Hall
12050 Old Belding Rd, Belding, MI 48809
Grattan Township Community Hall
Spacious community room with attached kitchen.
Kent District Library
Various Locations
Kent District Library
Several locations offer rooms for reservation.
Capacity: Varies by location
Lowell Township Hall
2910 Alden Nash, Lowell MI 49331
Lowell Township Hall
Seats up to 100 people, available to Lowell Township residents.
Capacity: 100 people
Rockford Community Cabin
220 N Monroe St, Rockford, MI 49341
Rockford Community Cabin
Cute community cabin that seats up to 75 guests (and a nice calendar that shows when it’s available to rent.)
Capacity: 75 people
Solon Township Community Room
15185 Algoma Ave NE, Cedar Springs, MI 49319
Solon Township Community Room
Seats 125 guests, available to township residents.
Capacity: 125 people
Walker Community Room
4243 Remembrance Rd. NW Walker, MI 49534
Walker Community Room
Two spaces available with attached kitchen areas.
Capacity: 150 people
I love the idea of doing a baby shower at the zoo! In that case, I’d invite whole families instead of just women. The more the merrier! How fun it would be to hang out and explore the zoo after celebrating the new baby!
The Sweet House on Fulton and Lafayette is a beautiful historic mansion in the heart of Grand Rapids that is a beautiful place for a baby shower! They have many different rooms to choose from depending on the size of your celebration! Highly recommend ❤️
I’m looking for a space to rent for about 100 people, 40th birthday party for my daughter, I will have my own food and alcohol, decorations and clean up. I can only afford about $200-250, it’s a surprise party for her. I will need time to decorate, Set Up food and clean up. Time needed for actual event is 7-8 dinner and 8-1 for party and appatizers. Any help or suggestions would be greatly appreciated .
Don’t forget about The Rockford Studio! It’s beautiful, easy and affordable. We love it!
Coopersville Farm Museum and Event Center is a fun place for baby showers and other special events! There is a kids area, kitchen, restrooms, air conditioning, a stage, and tables and chairs for up to 125 people! Small and large spaces available. A home style, country feeling fills the 12,000 square foot facility with many interesting exhibits for guests to explore before or after the special event. http://www.coopersvillefarmmuseum.org Located just minutes from Alpine Avenue…halfway between Grand Rapids and the Lakeshore. (exit 16 or 19 on Interstate 96) Just a mile off either exit in Downtown Coopersville near the Coopersville and Marne Railway and Coopersville Area Historical Museum.
Go to Renew Mama Studio! It is a beautiful chic boutique yoga studio with hardwood floors and big windows. The place is decorated so cute and has a plenty of room for your and your guests. Amanda the owner is so friendly. They offer TONS of services for moms in addition like prenatal yoga, prenatal massage and health coaching for moms to be. I would definitely recommend her studio for a baby shower!
How can we add Cedar Tree Birth & Wellness to this list? We are a community center in the heart of East Hills for smaller scale parties (up to 30 people) at an affordable rate. http://www.cedartreebw.com