Reception Sites

Alternate Reception Sites

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Since we work with so many brides from out of state, one of the most frequent questions we get is: "Do you know any place where I can have my reception and choose my own caterer?" Brides today are very savvy, and they know that using in-house caterers at large hotels and restaurants can be a big budget buster! So they are shopping for venues where they can have more control and that fits their budget. Below are some locations we have worked in or come highly recommended to us. We invite you to check them out. Just tell them "Cater It Simple" sent you!

The information below was believed accurate at the time of posting but may have changed at since added to this list. Always contact the facility to be sure you have the most updated information.

Looking for a Wedding Chapel? Try Garden Chapel Weddings in Greenfield IND.

Riley Park Shelter )in Greenfield, is an air-conditioned building that has a full kitchen, 2 fireplaces and room for 100+ guests with room for dancing, this location is a bargain at only $150! A stone gazebo is on the grounds, right on the river's edge for those great photo ops! I understand this facility books fast in the summer.

Three of my favorite facilities are thru the Lawrence Parks Dept . All are under $700 for the day:

-- Robt Sterrett Center in Lawrence (behind CVS on Ft. Benjamin Harrison). See pics below. One bride held her outdoor wedding ceremony in the brick-wall enclosed courtyard and then moving inside for the wedding. This bride got her church and reception hall for about $600!. The room will easily hold 100 +/- guests.

-- Louis Jenn Center on 63rd Street, this isolated cabin setting is on a pond with lots of shade trees to help cool those hot summer days!

-- Community Center on Franklin Road, by the baseball diamonds, this large community room is great for family and wedding gatherings, with plenty of parking!

The Mavris Cultural Center, downtown Indpls, is a warehouse that has been converted to a gorgeous setting for any event, this location is a little pricier than most, but when you see the facility, you’ll understand why.

Heartland Resort, located just minutes off of I-70 (Mt. Comfort Exit) rents for about $600 (at time of this posting …. Check website for current info) with a private facility with a view of the beach.

Forest Park Inn, Noblesville IND is a beautiful facility in the midst of the Noblesville park system, which gives the kidees on your guest list lots of things to do!! Beautiful views from the large windows! A grand fireplace makes a great background for the head table!

Adaggios at Greenfield is a wonderful facility providing full services for any event.

St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Greenfield has a large facility that easily accommodates 200+ guests, and a full kitchen is available for your caterer.

While you may be getting married in one church, it is not uncommon to have your reception in the family center of another church, so don’t overlook this option.

Craig Willy Hall at St. Louis de Monfort Catholic Church located at 11441 Hague Road (Fishers) is one such option. For non-parishoners, the cost is a $300 refundable deposit plus $350 rental fee. This also covers access to the kitchen for no add'l charge. If you plan to serve alcohol, you must go thru their Knights of Columbus organization (my experience with K of C's is that they are also very very reasonable). Contact Amy via email at apayne@sldmfishers.org. The office number is 317-842-6778.

I found a great place that is just starting to make it's facility available for wedding receptions. It's the City Market in downtown Indianapolis. Ann McWilliams (317-634-9266, amcwilliams@indianapoliscitymarket.com) is great to work with. Free convenient parking for your guests right across the street from this grand historical building in downtown Indy. Depending on what services you need, this can be obtained for under $1000. Receptions I've seen are held on the 2nd floor mezzanine, a large area with green-house type windows so you can see the sites of Indpls during your celebration. You will love this one!

Are you or your groom military? If so, you may check the local Armory's or National Reserve Centers in the area. Some have restrictions in that they rent to military only but some do not.

On the east side of Indy is the Community Life Center. You can obtain additional info at their website at www.clcindy.com.

The Knights of Columbus facilities can be one option for you. I recently catered a wedding in the one at 10th and Post on the east side of Indy. The rental fee for 4 hours is $390 (plus tax) and that includes your cash bar and bartender. There is a good sized dance floor, also. All beverages must be purchased from them, but unlimited fountain drinks are $1.00 per person. Kitchen use fee is $125 (we require this fee to be paid by the bride if Cater It Simple provides your reception buffet). Contact Dot Fulmer at 317-891-0849.

Knights of Columbus, Greenwood 695 Pushman Road, is a facility large enough for 350-400 guests for a very reasonable price. You have the option of using their in-house caterer or bringing in your own caterer. There is a kitchen use fee for the use of their full size kitchen. Photos are on their website.

The Boys Club in Greenfield is another option if you are planning a large reception and I understand the rental fee is very very inexpensive.

Indiana Statehouse, Indpls
Wanting to wed at the Indiana Statehouse? To hold your wedding inside the Indiana Statehouse takes some planning as it books up quickly. Here's some basic information if you are interested:

- Contact the Department of Administration at 317-232-3150, Tracy Jones, Manager.
- There are no private changing rooms available. The bridal party should arrived at the statehouse already dressed for the wedding.
- The statehouse is open to the public so be prepared for onlookers at your ceremony.
- The statehouse can be used only for the ceremony...no reception facilities are available.
- No open flames are allowed (so instead of a Unity Candle, you may want to plan a Sand Ceremony - see our FAQ page for more information on what this is).
- Chairs are available but you are responsible for set-up and tear-down.
- You must provide your own minister or officiant.
- At the time of the publishing of this information, there was no fee charged for the use of the statehouse, but this could change at any time..

I hope this small listing helps you get started. If you contact any of these facilities, I only ask that you tell them Cater It Simple referred you (we just like to keep track of who our best advertising is!). If you had your reception is a great location that you’d like to share with other brides, drop us an email and we may add it to this list.