Events & Weddings across the Grand Rapids metro
Inclusive and diverse-owned events & weddings businesses across the Grand Rapids metro, not just the city itself.
Planners, florists, photographers and caterers across Grand Rapids and West Michigan. Summer and early autumn dates go first, and the lakeshore venues book a year or more ahead for them.
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Planning a wedding or event in Grand Rapids? Read these first.
Guides to finding vendors who welcome every couple, and to planning an event that works for every guest.
Guides for weddings and events
Reading picked for events & weddings and for the Grand Rapids metro.
Women-Owned Wedding Vendors Near Me: How to Find Planners, Photographers, Venues, Florists, and More
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Disability-Owned and Accessible Wedding Vendors Near Me: A 2026 Guide for Inclusive Weddings
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Accessible Events Checklist for Inclusive Businesses in 2026: Venues, Registration, Communication, Food, and Follow-Up
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Name Badges, Pronouns, and Chosen Names at Inclusive Events in 2026: A Practical Guide
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Where to be around Grand Rapids
Pride and cultural festivals nearby, and the heritage and awareness dates on the calendar.
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More across the Grand Rapids metro
Each photo is from a listing in that category.
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Signed, dated pieces about the places where we spend our money, and who they are built for.
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Read moreEvents & Weddings in Grand Rapids: questions people ask
How many wedding and event vendors are listed across the Grand Rapids metro?
One right now, in Comstock Park. The list grows as businesses are recommended, checked and added.
What makes a business inclusive on Inclusivity.org?
Every listing shows why it is here, with a source you can check: the owner's own statement, a public listing such as a chamber directory, or a recognized certification. Some are owned by the communities they serve and some are allies who welcome everyone. We never list someone's identity without a source.
How early should I book wedding vendors?
Popular venues and photographers can book a year out for peak dates. Planners, caterers and florists usually want several months, and smaller vendors may have more flexibility.
Do vendors travel across the metro?
Many do, often for a travel fee. Ask what the package includes, how far they travel and whether setup and breakdown are part of the price.
Is it free to be listed?
Yes. A basic listing is free, and owners can claim and update theirs at any time. Featured and Enhanced listings get more room on the page, and being listed never depends on them.
How do I suggest a wedding or event vendor that is missing?
Use Recommend a business at the bottom of this page. We research every suggestion, and nothing goes live until it has been checked.
Know a wedding or event vendor we're missing?
Tell us who they are and we'll do the research. Nothing goes live until we've checked it, and we never list someone's identity without a source.