Weddings & Events
An extraordinary venue for extraordinary people!
“I can’t say enough good things about The Rust Belt. When we toured the venue, we fell in love with it. We were looking for a very unique space, and The Rust Belt delivered.”
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MINIMUM / MAXIMUM
80 to 170 guests
*Events over 160 guests may incur additional furniture rental / labor and set-up & additional staffing fees.
We do not host minor-only events. Majority of guests must be at least 21 years of age.
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Standard evening venue rental rates include bespoke farm tables and wood cross-back chairs paired with linen seat pads.
A $250 Standard Cleaning Fee is applied to all events.
*We’re now offering Sunday daytime rental options! Please inquire for more details and pricing.
FRIDAY
Venue Rental Rate: $5,700
SATURDAY
Venue Rental Rate: $6,000
SUNDAY
Venue Rental Rate: $5,300
MON | TUES | WED | THURS
Venue Rental Rate: $4,500
PAYMENT METHODS
We accept cash, checks and online payments—powered by Stripe.
A 3% processing fee is applied to all online payments.
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Standard evening venue rental rates include bespoke farm tables and wood cross-back chairs paired with linen seat pads.
A $250 Standard Cleaning Fee is applied to all events.
*We’re now offering Sunday daytime rental options! Please inquire for more details and pricing.
OFF- SEASON RATES (January - March)
FRIDAY | Venue Rental Rate: $4,700
SATURDAY | Venue Rental Rate: $5,000
SUNDAY | Venue Rental Rate: $4,300
MON - THURS | Venue Rental Rate: $3,500
STANDARD RATES (April - August)
FRIDAY | Venue Rental Rate: $5,700
SATURDAY | Venue Rental Rate: $6,000
SUNDAY | Venue Rental Rate: $5,300
MON - THURS | Venue Rental Rate: $4,500
PEAK-SEASON RATES (September - December)
FRIDAY | Venue Rental Rate: $6,000
SATURDAY | Venue Rental Rate: $6,400
SUNDAY | Venue Rental Rate: $5,800
MON - THURS | Venue Rental Rate: $4,500
PAYMENT METHODS
We accept cash, checks and online payments—powered by Stripe.
A 3% processing fee is applied to all online payments.
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EXCITING NEWS: We’re now offering Sunday daytime rental options! Please inquire for more details and pricing.
STANDARD EVENING RENTAL
Active Event: 6pm - 11pm
Includes set-up access @ 3pm & a clean-up hour.
Flexible timelines offered for weekday events - Monday through Thursday.
SAMPLE EVENING TIMELINE
3pm-6pm: Set-up
6pm: Guest arrival
6pm-7pm: Cocktail hour
*Marketplace shops open
7pm: Market Closes / Main bar opens
7:15pm: Ceremony, grand entrance, speeches or program begins
7:30pm: Dinner Service (may begin as early as 7pm if ceremony is offsite)
10:45pm: Last call @ Bar
11pm: Event ends and guests depart
11pm-12am: Clean-up
*Inquire about alternative timeline options for Sunday evening events.
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EARLY VENUE ACCESS
Begin event set-up as early as 10am
Early venue access does not modify guest-arrival time
Additional Cost: $500
MIDNIGHT EXTENSION
Extend the party ‘til 12am!
Additional Cost: $350 + 1 hour extension of open bar package also required
Inquire for details and quote
THE GREEN ROOM
Additional Cost: $850
FIRE FEATURE / WARMING STATION
Welcome and warm guests with our one-of-a-kind ‘Rust Belt’ fire feature
For outdoor use only
Additional Cost: $100
PROJECTOR & SCREEN
Client-provided compatible laptop and adaptor required
Additional Cost: $175
“Our guests absolutely loved this unique, fun venue! We received so many compliments during and after the wedding. We loved the many great photo-op spaces in and around the Rust Belt, and felt as though this was the perfect venue for our whimsical, disco-inspired wedding day. As folks who didn’t want to have to make a ton of decisions, the Rust Belt made it easy by providing vendor referrals, a list of caterers to choose from, a space that required minimal decor, and a pre-determined structure to the day. It should also be noted that the pricing was fair and competitive, too. We would recommend this venue to couples seeking a low-stress, easy, unique, intimate, and fun space. We are SO happy with our decision to get married at the Rust Belt Market!”
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FACILITIES
Main event space with farm tables & cross-back chairs
Adjacent bar area with 13 fixed barstools
Prep kitchen for catering
Limited cold storage for desserts
Stage with *audio equipment + projector upgrade
Self-serve coatroom
Newly updated restrooms
The Green Room (optional upgrade)
*Equipment includes: 1 corded microphone with stand and 2 white speakers: RCF EVOX JMIX8 Portable Column Array System with Integrated Mixer
ECLECTIC VENUE FEATURES
String lights
Artisan-made branch pendant lighting
Red velvet soft-seating
Barn-wood feature walls
Terrarium satellite bar
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Our event space comes fully furnished with premium tables and chairs for a stress-free planning experience!
STANDARD LAYOUTS
Standard layouts are based on the most efficient use of our space in order to maximize comfort for your guests.
Each layout includes communal-style seating, a large central aisle-way, overall walkability, and plenty of dance-floor space!
Complete floor plan set up is provided by The Rust Belt team.
DISCLAIMERS
We do not offer open-concept floor plans.
Custom layouts are subject to additional set-up & labor fees.
We cannot remove tables to accommodate smaller events.
14 farm tables are stationed within our event space at all times.
Final chair count is based on exact guest count.
Events with 150 guests + will require additional farm tables.
LAYOUT MODIFIERS
Our standard layouts also include modifier options based on your preferences.
COUPLE’S SWEETHEART TABLE:
-Single-sided seating
-Accommodates 2
TRADITIONAL HEAD TABLE:
-Single-sided seating
-Accommodates 6 to 10
KING’S TABLE:
-Seating on all sides
-Accommodates *up to 16
VIEW OUR LAYOUTS
Select a layout that most closely matches your guest count and preferences:
BESPOKE FARM TABLES
For guest seating
Included with venue rental
Beautifully Amish-made
Solid maple with neutral finish
Optional table extensions
No linens needed or required (accent runners are ok!)
WOOD CROSS-BACK CHAIRS
For guest seating
Included with venue rental
Paired with linen seat pads for added style and comfort
The perfect combination of rustic and elegance
Neutral wood that complements any color palette
COUPLE’S SWEETHEART TABLE
For couple’s seating
Can also be used as a cake table, gifts, etc.
1 available - included with venue rental
Perfectly coordinates with full-size farm tables
No linens needed or required (accent runners are ok!)
HIGH-TOP TABLES
30” diameter
2 included with standard venue rental
Black spandex house linens also included
Specialty linens can be rented (must be floor-length)
Additional high-tops available as an upgrade, upon request
BANQUET TABLES
For catering and DJ use
Included with venue rental
Cannot be used for guest seating or head table
3 available for catering
1 available for DJ
Banquet tables require floor-length linens (8’ size)
We recommend renting linens through your preferred caterer
LIVE EDGE TABLE
Often used for guest book, gifts, appetizers, cake + sweets
1 available - included with venue rental
Measures 10’ L X 2.5’ W
Remains in event space at all times (cannot be removed)
No linen required
Outside tables and chairs cannot be sourced or provided from a third-party vendor.
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Catering and service can be provided by one of our preferred partners listed below:
ANITA’S KITCHEN
(248) 548-0680
*Disposable service ware options only
CONDADO TACOS
(248) 464-3564
madison.foster@condadotacos.com
*Disposable service ware options only
HOLIDAY MARKET
(248) 543-4390
holidaycatering@holiday-market.com
ANDIAMO CATERING
(586) 981-5583 X 122
CHOWHOUND GOURMET
(734) 837-3668
TWO UNIQUE
(248) 549-5242
CUTTING EDGE CUISINE
(248) 677-4380
DETROIT CATERING COMPANY
(734) 730-7570
info@detroitcateringcompany.com
*Drop-off food is strictly prohibited.
*Catering Buyout option is available upon approval ($500 Fee) - please inquire for more details.
*View our Third-Party Vendors section for additional sweets & cake providers.
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“HOUSE”
House Spirits | Beer | Wine
$7 per person per hour + service and tax.
Learn more: Spirits & Details
“SELECT”
Select Spirits | Beer | Wine
$8 per person per hour + service and tax.
Learn more: Spirits & Details
Our most popular package!
“TOP SHELF”
Top Shelf Spirits | Beer | Wine
$10 per person per hour + service and tax.
Learn more: Spirits & Details
COCKTAIL HOUR
Qualifying weekend events include two pre-selected batch cocktails, select beer, and house wine for the first hour of bar service.
Learn more: Cocktail Hour
The following is strictly prohibited: shots, outside alcohol, and dry events.
Rust Belt reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to substitute any spirit, wine, and/or beer due to supply shortages, cost increases, delivery interruptions, or for any other reason at any time, without notice.
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The products and services listed below are not provided by our venue. We highly recommend the following third-party companies:
PLANNING SERVICES & DAY-OF COORDINATION
BIANCA STEPHANOFF
(586) 329-8326
bianca@belleeventco.com
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REBECCA ROY
(248) 881-9713
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SAMANTHA KLAIN
(248) 513-2597
simplyskevents@gmail.com
INVITATIONS & PERSONALIZED GIFTS
THE PRINTED EVENT
(269) 303-1271
liz@theprintedevent.com
FLORAL DESIGN
JCOSTELLO DESIGNS
(248) 220-0649
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STEMS FLORAL
(773) 964-3135
Stemsfloralamy@gmail.com
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FLORAL & FLAME
(248) 563-1809
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FLOWERS FOR DREAMS
(313) 590-4798
ENTERTAINMENT / DJ SERVICES
SOUND COCKTAIL
(248) 602-1555
jon@soundcocktail.co
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LOVE PLUS ONE WEDDING DJs
(248) 761-6900
info@loveplusone.com
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BPM MOBILE ENTERTAINMENT
(586) 275-7546
info@bpm-me.com
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MICHAELS ENTERTAINMENT
(248) 462-7131
events@michaelsentertainment.com
PHOTOGRAPHY
HEATHER NASH PHOTOGRAPHY
(734) 834-5015
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MISS LYSS PHOTOGRAPHY
(248) 875-1512
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ROSY & SHAUN WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY
(313) 556-4821
SPECIALTY SWEETS & CAKES
BON BON BON
(313) 316-1430, Ext. 0
sales@bonbonbon.com
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BAKEHOUSE 46 - FERNDALE
(248) 336-8668
info@bakehouse46.com
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SUGAR PRESS CAKES
(248) 765-5426
info@sugarpresscakes.com
LINENS & ADDITIONAL RENTALS
Catering table linens, high-top specialty linens, accent runners and linen napkins are not provided by our venue, and must be coordinated through your preferred caterer or a third-party vendor. We require all table linens be floor length.
EVENT SOURCE - FERNDALE
*Showroom by appointment only
(313) 309-9000
HAIR & MAKEUP
TIFFANY ELIE MAKEUP ARTISTRY & ASSOCIATES
sam.tiffanyeliemakeup@gmail.com
ACCOMMODATIONS
HYATT PLACE HOTEL - ROYAL OAK
(248) 545-7030
erica.eggenberger@hyatt.com
VALET SERVICES
STAR TRAX EVENTS
(248) 263-6300
blaine@startrax.com
EVENT INSURANCE
An event insurance policy is strongly encouraged.
EVENTSURED
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WEDSAFE
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PROGRESSIVE
“Many couples have a prior connection to the market before booking with us. We’re so much more than a transactional business. The Rust Belt is a community where people can connect with one another and generally just have a really good time. Why not get married where you already feel comfortable and valued?”
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SCHEDULE A TOUR
We strongly encourage all potential clients to complete a private tour with our Events Manager to ensure we’re the perfect fit!
PROPOSAL & AGREEMENT
If you'd like to proceed with booking, we'll provide a detailed event proposal along with a link to our Venue Rental Agreement for your review.
SECURE YOUR DATE
WE DO NOT HOLD DATES!
To officially secure your date, we require:
Electronic approval of our Venue Rental Agreement
Payment of Non-Refundable Date-Hold Deposit within five days of receiving your proposal
This initial deposit payment is half of our Venue Rental Fee and is not refundable under any circumstance
Please only move forward with booking if you’re certain you’d like to host your event at The Rust Belt Market.
We can't wait to celebrate with you!
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INITIAL DEPOSIT
A Non-Refundable Deposit is due to officially lock in your date.
Non-Refundable Deposit is half of Venue Rental Fee.
A preliminary event proposal is only valid for a period of 5 days.
Please note, we do not hold dates.
If an initial deposit is not received within 5 days of event proposal receipt, your date will be forfeited and made available to other touring clients.
90 DAY BALANCE INCLUDES
Venue Rental Balance
Standard Cleaning Fee
Any upgrades / add-ons
30 DAY BALANCE INCLUDES
Final bar package selections
Service fee, sales tax, and any applicable gratuity
Any remaining upgrades / add-ons
Additionally, we require your final guest count and third-party-vendor contact information to be shared with us no later than 30 days prior to your event.
Events Manager
Julie Gilbert
events@rustbeltmarket.com
(248) 990-5511
Heather Nash Photography