SCA Rentals
Wedding Venue & Receptions
A picturesque West Michigan wedding venue to make all your own.
Set in the heart of historic downtown Saugatuck, our renovated pie factory opens to a collection of indoor and outdoor spaces. Dine and dance under our covered pavilion with the open air around you. Wander through our garden with a cocktail and your photographer. Linger in our art gallery.
From intimate celebrations to receptions of up to 250 guests, our flexible spaces let you shape your vision. The beauty is here. The rest is yours to make your own.
Come imagine your wedding here.
Venue Features
- Up to 250 Guests: Intimate to larger gatherings.
- Indoor + Outdoor Spaces: Host your ceremony, reception, or both in one place.
- Covered Open-Air Pavilion: Dine and dance outdoors without worrying about rain. Â
- Art Gallery +Â Garden: Beautiful spaces for photos, wandering, and cocktails in the garden.
- Downtown + Convenient:Â On-site parking and steps away from restaurants, hotels, and shops.
Wedding Venue Packages
Choose what matches your vision.
Pavilion + Garden
Our covered open-air pavilion gives space for tables and dancing, opening directly to our garden and natural grounds. The gardens are a beautiful backdrop for cocktails, photos, and wandering. Our most popular package for couples.
- $6,500
- Seats up to 250
Lobby + Pavilion + Garden
Add the Lobby to the Pavilion and garden for more room to gather, indoors and out. The floor-to-ceiling doors open to a patio for dancing and drinks. A beautiful fit for a little more space and flexibility.
Available only September through mid-June, or when there is no house event in the theatre or lobby.
- $7,500
- Seats up to 250
Lobby
An intimate indoor setting with floor-to-ceiling doors that open to the patio. Add bistro lights, music, and fresh air for dancing, cocktails, and conversation.
- $5,500
- Seats up to 120
- Available winter, spring & fall
Theater
Exchange vows on stage. A beautiful indoor option for cooler months.
- $1,000 (for four hours)
- Seats up to 400
Catering
We’ll provide a preferred caterers list to choose from, giving you plenty of freedom to shape the menu around your tastes.
Bar Service
Full bar service is available through SCA, with a range of options for your special day, including custom cocktails. Our bar is based on consumption so you are only charged for what is consumed.
* Space and package availability vary with the theater schedule. On-site parking is limited, with additional transportation options available.
What's Included
Every wedding rental includes a 12-hour block for setup, celebration, and cleanup, plus:
- Tables: (6) 8′ rectangular banquet, (12) 6′ rectangular banquet, (6) 36″ round high-tops, and (5) red 48″ stationary patio tables with chairs.
- Private room for getting ready
- Caterer prep kitchen
- Restrooms, wheelchair accessible
- Bistro lights
- Wireless internet
- On-site parking, based on availability
Hospitality and Rental Director
Teresa Palazzolo Zerfas will be your primary contact. She works closely with you through the planning process. She assists with floor plans, bar planning and specialty drinks, and event flow.
Optional Add-ons
Additional Hours
Need a little more time? Add to your rental for $500 per hour.
Dressing Rooms
Two additional dressing rooms are available for getting ready.
$800 | Four hours | Available in the spring, fall or winter, or when there is no house event.
Patio Heaters
Keep the celebration comfortable on
cooler evenings.
$450 for six heaters | Propane included
Overnight Storage
Leave rental equipment, décor, and other wedding items overnight.
$400 | Fridays only
Digital Marquee
Welcome your guests before they walk through the doors. Add a custom wedding message to our outdoor digital marquee, designed by the SCA Marketing Team.
$150
Stay and Explore Saugatuck
Make a weekend of it. Downtown Saugatuck is filled with boutique hotels, bed-and-breakfasts, restaurants, shops, spas, and galleries. Nearby, you’ll find gorgeous golf courses, Lake Michigan beaches, wooded trails, and sweeping sand dunes. Your guests will have plenty to enjoy between wedding festivities.
Saugatuck is 12 miles from Holland, 40 miles from Grand Rapids, 50 miles from Kalamazoo, and 140 miles from Chicago.
Getting Around
Saugatuck offers several local transportation options. The Interurban Bus runs daily during limited hours and provides rides throughout Saugatuck and Douglas for $1 per person. Taxis are also available. Additional transportation information is available upon request.
Come See Our Space
Walk the gardens, art gallery, and pavilion area with our Hospitality and Rental Director. We can’t wait to meet you.
Saugatuck Center for the Arts
400 Culver Street
Saugatuck, MI 49453
sc4a.org
Teresa Palazzolo Zerfas
Rental Coordinator
teresa@sc4a.org
269.857.2399
Don't Take Our Word For it
"Thank you so much for everything. It’s been a crazy week trying to recover and recuperate after last weekend! Our daughter also started school Monday!
I just wanted to let you know you were so great to work with and your staff was amazing. The people you had on to help us were outstanding. So attentive and seriously helped us have the best day ever. Sydney was amazing!!!!!!!!! She offered to help us with anything and even asked if we needed help with our baby. She was SO nice. My aunt (who helped with set up) mentioned her to me as well and said how much help she was.
We have gotten SO many compliments on the wedding and how beautiful you guys keep the landscape/ garden."Wedding FAQs
Can I tour the venue before booking?
Absolutely. Come walk the spaces, see how they flow together, and picture what your wedding could look like here.
What months does SCA host weddings?
Most weddings take place on Saturdays from late May through October, with select dates available in April and on holiday weekends. Smaller indoor weddings are possible during the winter using the Theater and Lobby. Availability depends on SCA’s theater and event schedule.
Is SCA an LGBTQ+ friendly wedding venue?
As welcoming as it gets! All couples are welcome to celebrate their wedding at SCA.
How do I reserve my wedding date?
A signed rental agreement and 50% non-refundable deposit will reserve your date. The remaining balance is due 90 days before your wedding.
How far in advance should we book?
As soon as you find a date that works for you. You can book weddings well in advance or with as little as one month to plan, depending on availability.
Is the venue wheelchair accessible?
Yes. The pavilion, garden, and restrooms are accessible, with accessible routes through the property and designated parking near the pavilion. Guests may also be dropped off close to the pavilion entrance.
Can we choose our own caterer?
We’ll provide a list of preferred caterers to choose from. You may also consider licensed caterers outside that list with prior approval and a $500 fee. Due to our liquor license, homemade or family-provided catering is not permitted.
How does bar service work?
We provide the bar (bartender/alcohol). Bar is based on consumption. You are only charged for what is consumed. Based on your selections, the bar hours, and the number of guests, we provide a quote. Once approved, a 75% deposit is due. After the event, we take inventory and either reimburse you or invoice you for the remaining balance. You are never charged more than what is quoted (unless you choose to add more to the bar). You may choose a hosted bar or cash bar.
What time does the reception end?
Wedding rentals typically run within a 12-hour window. Music and bar service must end by 11 p.m. We can also accommodate earlier celebrations, including brunch weddings.
Is a wedding rehearsal included?
A formal rehearsal is not included, but we’re happy to arrange a walk-through before your wedding when the space is available. This may be scheduled earlier in the week and around other SCA events.
Do we need to rent AV equipment?
Yes. DJs, bands, microphones, speakers, and other AV equipment are arranged separately. We can provide recommended vendors for music and AV.
Can we hold our ceremony somewhere nearby?
Yes. Coughlin Park is just across the street on the water and makes a beautiful ceremony setting before moving to SCA for the reception. Saugatuck and the surrounding area also offer churches and other ceremony locations nearby.
Are pets allowed?
Yes. Pets are welcome for the ceremony only and must remain leashed while on the property.
What’s the average wedding cost in Michigan? How does SCA compare?
Michigan weddings average around $28,000–$33,000, though budgets vary widely by guest count and location. Wedding venues alone typically run about $5,500–$7,800.
SCA wedding packages range from $5,000–$7,000 and include a distinctive indoor-outdoor setting, gardens, and an art gallery. With your choice of catering, bar service, and other vendors, you have extra flexibility to shape your celebration and budget.
Weddings Inquiry Form
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