The Lit

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The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $2,000

Guest capacity

Up to 200 seated guests

About this venue

Originally built in 1887 as The Ladies’ Literary Club, The Lit has hosted countless iconic events over the years. Located in the heart of Downtown Grand Rapids, guests at The Lit not only enjoy modern conveniences like professional lighting, a theater grade sound system,and close proximity to hotels, they also get to experience the historic charm of our unique space. With original antique chandeliers, hand painted gold trim, and a Tiffany stained glass window dating back to 1915, your guests will fall in love with the authentic historic character of this event space. With flexible floorplans, two dressing rooms on site, and a professional and friendly event staff guiding you through the planning process, The Lit is the ideal venue for your next event.

Seated guest capacity

1-200

Venue type

Ballrooms, Banquet Halls
Historic Estates, Mansions
Museums, Galleries
Urban Locations

Venue setting

Indoor

61 Sheldon Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Our event spaces

Entire Building

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Entire Building

A traditional feel without the traditions. Your wedding. Your way.

-Seating for up to 175 banquet style (magic number 150) -Open main hall with beautiful stage -Lobby complete with bar -Dressing Room, with additional space available for second dressing room. -Cocktail Hour space -Catering prep space -Bathrooms everywhere -Convenient downtown location easily walkable from many locations -House sound and lights -Connections with local vendors -Close parking for guests -Exclusive use of driveway for limo, escape car, or vendor parking -13 hours of Access

Guest capacity

Up to 150 Seated

Up to 175 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Elopement, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Room cost

Friday $3500 Saturday $4500 Sunday-Thursday $2750 *ask about our 2021 price specials

Available services that can be provided by The Lit

Services & amenities

Clean up
Dance floor
Dressing room / Bridal Suite
Event rentals
Event staff
Lighting/Sound
Set up
Wheelchair accessible
Wifi

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Would recommend 10/10!
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•Triste T.•Sep 13, 2023
The lit was beautiful and amazing and so well worth it. My husband and I loved it! Quincy was amazing and the bartenders were great with my guests.