Union + Social Wedding Venue Guide 2022
Learn about our wedding and event venue in St. Joseph, Michigan with our 2022 wedding venue guide. For a private tour of the space and to customize your event, get in touch with our in-house event coordinator!
We’ll bring the party. You bring your crowd.
Union + Social Event Venue offers a stunning location in downtown St. Joseph, Michigan to exchange wedding vows and celebrate your most significant moments. An extraordinary setting with hand crafted catering solutions by Silver Harbor Brewing Company and seating capacity for up to 200 wedding guests.

About Us
At Union + Social Event Venue, we’ll make sure the vision for your special event becomes a reality and goes off without a hitch. Union + Social offers everything you need to create the stunning occasion you and your guests will always remember. Union + Social is located at 216 Court Street in downtown Saint Joseph, Michigan in a 120 year old building with plenty of history from its start as an airplane parts company, engineering firm, and even the office for a US Senator. Enjoy the reclaimed brick walls, 27 foot custom barrel vaulted ceiling, and original cement floors, this venue has it all.
At Union + Social Event Venue, we’ll make sure the vision for your special event becomes a reality and goes off without a hitch. Union + Social offers everything you need to create the stunning occasion you and your guests will always remember.
Venue Rental Fees
MAY - OCTOBER
Monday – Wednesday: $2500
Thursday: $3900
Friday: $4900
Saturday: $5500
Sunday: $3900
NOVEMBER - APRIL
Monday – Wednesday: $1500
Thursday: $2900
Friday: $4400
Saturday: $4900
Sunday: $2900
What's Included
Exclusive use of the U+S Event Venue space for up to 12 hours
Expertly catered hand crafted menu to fit your needs
(30) 72″ round tables, (10) 60″ round tables and 300 white resin folding chairs
White table linens and napkins
Serveware, glassware, flatware, beverage cups
Use of (2) Projectors and 160” Screens
House music, per request throughout the venue and/or restrooms
Staffing for all bar & food service
Water & Iced Tea served via carafes at tables
Use of the “Green Room” our private dressing suite featuring a private bathroom, tv, sitting area, etc.
Day of venue coordination
Day of ceremony coordination
Complimentary coat check
Wi-Fi
Dimmable uplighting
Set up and Tear Down of included Union + Social furniture (eg: tables & chairs)
One hour rehearsal the day before your event, subject to availability
HVAC Climate Control
Note: Rental Fees are not inclusive of MI Sales Tax at 6% and a Gratuity of 18%. Deposit of 50% of rental fee and a signed rental contract are required to secure your date.

Bar and Drink Options
Choose one or a combination of our Bar Experience Packages for your wedding day.
Cash Bar
Your guests will pay for all alcoholic beverages they order.
- Wine (Chardonnay, Riesling, Red Table Wine, Meritage) $7-10
- Craft Cocktails (vodka, gin, bourbon, rum) $7-11
- Local Cider $6 -7
- Craft Beer by Silver Harbor Brewing Co. $6 – 8
- Non-alcoholic beverages: Coke products, water, tea and coffee (upon request) $3
Hosted Bar
You set the amount, time frame, and limitations and you’ll be charged based on what is consumed.
All-Inclusive Hosted Bar
4 hours included. Additional hour(s) may be added for $7 per hour per guest.
- Add Champagne Toast $5 per person
- Add Craft Coffee Station $250
Package A: $29 per person
- Beer + Wine
- Non-alcoholic beverages
Package B: $37 per person
- Beer + Wine
- Non-alcoholic beverages
- Couple Cocktail
Package C: $44 per person
- Beer + Wine
- Non-alcoholic beverages
- Couple Cocktail
- Craft Cocktails
Note:
- Choose up to 5 Craft Beer & Cider options from Silver Harbor Brewing Co.
- Michigan sales tax of 6% and 18% gratuity added to all drinks, including packages
- We reserve the right to stop serving a guest(s) at any time and will manage consumption as needed
- A valid ID is required for alcoholic beverages
- No outside beverages are allowed
Food Options
Stationed hors d’oeuvres
- Pretzel Bar with assorted cheeses, house mustard, toppings and everything needed to craft your very own perfect pretzel.
- Local Farm + Garden (crudite, fresh fruit, craft cheese and assorted crackers)
- Charcuterie
- Flatbreads. Perfect for a late night snack, assorted flatbreads.
- Late Night Snacks featuring assorted popcorns, candy and togo bags for guests to enjoy on-site or on the go.
Passed hors d’oeuvres
1-2 per guest, passed by waitstaff during the allocated time or plated per guest. 3 appetizers minimum.
LIGHT $1.50 PP
- Antipasto Skewer
- Caprese Skewer
- Mediterranean Skewer
- Goat Cheese Stuffed Peppadew
- Watermelon Mint White Balsamic Pick
- Vegetable Lettuce Wrap
- Tea Sandwiches
- Heirloom Tomato Tart
- Prosciutto & Melon Pick
- Bruschetta
- Fruit Kabob
- Avocado Toast
- Tomato Jam Stuffed Mushroom
- Spinach & Artichoke Stuffed Mushroom
- Spinach & Artichoke Pinwheel
MEDIUM $2 PP
- Bacon Jam Stuffed Mushroom
- Strawberry Balsamic Crostini
- Muffaletta Slider
- Fried Artichoke Heart
- Buffalo Style Fried Deviled Egg
- Smoked Salmon Puff Pastry
- Wild Mushroom Ragu Crostini
- Rice Paper Spring Roll
- Smoked Whitefish Pita Dip
- Ceviche Tostada
- Juicy Lucy Stout Meatball
- BBQ Pork Puff Pastry
Heavy $3 PP
- Barbacoa Eggroll Wrapper Tacos
- Chicken & Waffles
- Bau Bun Pork Belly
- Mini Croque Monsieur
- Firecracker Shrimp
- Caprese Beef Tenderloin Crostini
- 7-Layer Chip & Dip Cup
- Crab Stuffed Mushroom
- Jalapeno Bacon Wrapped Shrimp with Stout Glaze
- Seared Ahi Tuna Wrap
- Lobster Roll
- Beef Tartare Wrap
- Jalapeno Bacon Mac n’ Cheese Eggroll
Composed Entrées
Buffet Style $29/pp or Plated $31/pp
Includes: one greens, two sides, one entrée option (4-6oz per protein), and house bread with dipping oil
Extra Entrée option $6/pp | Extra Side option $6/pp
Veggies
Grille Asparagus
Maple Bourbon Glazed Carrots
Roasted Vegetable Medley
Broccolini
Seasonal/Local/Specialty
Haricot Verts Almondine
Tri-colored Cauliflower and Romesco
Greens
Prosciutto & Melon Pick
Bruschetta
Fruit Kabob
Avocado Toast
Tomato Jam Stuffed Mushroom
Spinach & Artichoke Stuffed Mushroom
Spinach & Artichoke Pinwheel
Starch
Truffle Parmesan Fried White Potato
Garlic Boursin Mashed Redskin
Mini Buttered Bakers
Brown Butter Gnocchi
Wild Rice Blend
White Wine Mushroom Orzo
Lemon Thyme Ricotta Spaetzle
Add Soup
$3 per person
- House Cheddar Ale
- Additional options available upon request
For Kids Under 10
$8 per person
- Offer a custom kids menu
- Selections must be made with final counts
Entrée Options
Farm Entrees
Brick Quarter Chicken
Herbed Salsa Airline Chicken Breast
Maple Bourbon Pecan Chicken Breast
Hefeweizen Hollandaise Chicken Thigh
Caprese Stuffed Chicken Breast
Brown Ale Braised Pork Shank +$1
Pretzel Crusted Smoked Pork Chop
Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin with Cherry Mostarda
Pastrami Rubbed Pork Ribs with Stout Glaze
Brown Ale Braised Pork Shank +$1
Grilled Pork Ribeye with Wild Mushroom Blend
Garlic Herb Crusted Prime Rib +$1
Sous Vide Sirloin with Bone Marrow Compound Butter
Grilled Pub Steak with Chimichurri Sauce
Rack of Lamb with Blueberry Mint Gastrique +$3
Korean Short Ribs with Gochujang BBQ Sauce +$2
Filet Medallions with Frizzled Onions and Red Wine Demi Glaze +$2
Sea Entrees
Brewschetta Salmon Filet
Butter Crumb Cod with Basil Pesto
Crab Cake Stuffed Jumbo Shrimp +$2
Whitefish with Lemon Cream Sauce
Tortilla Crusted Mahi Mahi with Avocado Verde Salsa
Garden Entrees
Mediterranean Stuffed Portobello Cap
Butternut Squash Ravioli with Brown Butter Cream Sauce, Toasted Walnuts and Fried Sage
Fried Lasagna Primavera
Truffle Roasted Cauliflwer Steak with Fresh Herb Salsa
Sweets and Treats
Desserts stationed for self-service, $5 per person
- Assorted cupcakes, cheesecake bites, macarons, fresh baked cookies, and decadent chocolate cake
- Assorted donut wall
- Add: Local ice cream station featuring all the toppings $3 / guest
- S’mores Experience: Bring the best of the outdoors, in. Roast your own marshmallows with indoor approved flames with all the options including graham crackers, peanut butter cups, chocolate, etc.
Outdoor Cocktail Hour
Host your guests outside the venue prior to the event start time. Add passed or stationed appetizers and/or beverages for an enhanced experience. The space has standing room only with options for up to 6 cocktail tables. Only available weather permitting. $1000.

Stock the Green Room
Snacks and sips for your close friends, bridesmaids, or groomsmen in the private space dedicated to you throughout the event. $350.
Choose 1 Beverage
24 craft beer cans of your choice
4 bottles of wine or champagne
1 bottle of liquor + mixers of choice
Hefeweizen Hollandaise Chicken Thigh
Caprese Stuffed ChickenA Breast
Add additional option for $99
Choose 1 snack
Serves up to 12 people
Crudite Platter
Charcuterie Board
Slider Platter
Flatbread Platter
Custom options available