Banquet Room
| Maximum Capacity: 100
Perched atop the upper level of the Crystal Center, Hudson Bay is where you will want your intimate Up North wedding reception. Hudson Bay has a spotlight and auto-dimming lighting system and full in-room audio-visual capabilities. This room has an adjoining pre function area called Lake Harbor; the perfect place for cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. Your guests will enjoy hand-painted murals, unique Up North décor, a polished granite bar, a warming copper-plated fireplace and alcoves filled with comfy arm chairs and sofas. Lake Harbor overlooks the slopes…beautiful both in the winter and summer!
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 100 People
Outdoor Venue
| Maximum Capacity: 170
Invite your guests to enjoy the comfort of the Mountain View Lodge, located at the base of the ski slopes. The grand high-pitched ceiling and wall of windows allows for the room to be flooded with natural light. Outside your guests are welcome to enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres under the Pavilion Tent. This is the spot to enjoy the warm glow of the Northern Michigan summer sun, the neatly manicured lush green grass of the Lodge Lawn and overflowing pots of flowers…a perfect compliment to an outdoor wedding ceremony.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 170 People
Amphitheatre
| Maximum Capacity: 140
Located on the backside of the mountain, the Jessie Frohlich Amphitheater holds up to 140 people in its curved wooden benches. This unique Robin Hood-like setting is located along a path in a beautiful 30—acre forest among dozens of artwork pieces. Guests will be shuttled from the Crystal Center and a golf cart rental is included for guests at the Art Park for transportation to the Amphitheater.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Seating Capacity
Capacity: 140 People
Banquet Room
| Maximum Capacity: 140
Invite your guests to enjoy the comfort of the Mountain View Lodge, located at the base of the ski slopes. The grand high-pitched ceiling and wall of windows allows for the room to be flooded with natural light. Outside your guests are welcome to enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres under the Pavilion Tent. This is the spot to enjoy the warm glow of the Northern Michigan summer sun, the neatly manicured lush green grass of the Lodge Lawn and overflowing pots of flowers…a perfect compliment to an outdoor wedding ceremony.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 140 People
Ballroom
| Maximum Capacity: 220
In Northern Lights one will find harmonious wall surfaces of maple & granite, Inuit art accents, a fireplace lounge and a 12 foot wall of windows that overlooks the mountain. The Northwest Territories room has a graciously appointed pre function area known as Northern Lights. Wrapped around this area your guests will be able to enjoy a 120’ slope side terrace for a breath of fresh air. Northwest Territories is one of Crystal’s most versatile rooms, has a spotlight and auto-dimming lighting system and full in-room audio-visual capabilities.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 220 People
Outdoor Venue
| Maximum Capacity: 200
This semi-private area is located next to the Cottages at Water’s Edge & Wintergreen condominiums, connected by a quaint wooden bridge. The pond contains a deck perfect for pictures and a water fountain for background serenity. This location is within walking distance to the Crystal Center and the Lodge.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Theater
Capacity: 200 People
Outdoor Venue
| Maximum Capacity: 250
This area has spectacular views that overlook the Betsie River Valley, MountainTop Townhomes, and Crystal’s core area. It is located immediately off of the Crystal Clipper chairlift. The area surrounding the small decks and lift is wood-chipped. The Crystal Clipper chairlift will transport guests up to and from the ceremony site; a member from Crystal’s recreation department will be on hand to assist guests on and off the chairlift. Limited shuttle service is available to transport elderly or fearful guests upon request. Cost includes two-hour private use of the Crystal Clipper chairlift.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Theater
Capacity: 250 People