Looking to host your next event in Downtown Alpena? We have venues large and small for casual gatherings, work events, weddings, parties and more.  

Wedding & Party Spaces

Art in the Loft
109 N. Second Ave. Suite 300

Third-floor art gallery in the heart of downtown can accommodate small and large gatherings alike, such as wedding receptions, fundraisers, and other parties. For more information about booking, visit their website or contact them at gallery109@artintheloft.com or (989)-356-4877.

The Depot on Fletcher Street
124 W. Fletcher St.

Historic train depot that can host large-scale weddings, fundraisers, and events. For more information about booking, visit their website or contact them at (989) 528-1363​.

JJ's Event Center
119 W. Fletcher St.

Next to JJ's, this new event space can host events up to 150 people (Phoenix Room) or up to 50 people (Ember Room). For more information about booking this space, please visit their website or contact them at (989) 354-4153.

Presque Isle Farm Cider
205 W. Chisholm St.

 Unique cider taproom for private parties, bridal showers and more. Seats up to 70 people. For more information about booking this space, visit their website or contact them at
presqueislefarmcider@gmail.com or 989-340-0970.

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Meeting & Conference Spaces

NOAA Meeting Rooms
500 W. Fletcher St.

Education room at the Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center for conferences, workshops, meetings and more. For more information please visit their website or contact them at
​​(989) 884-6200.

Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library
211 N. First Ave.

The Judith Stillion Conference Room can accommodate large and small events alike with a robust tech set up and adjacent kitchen. For more info, visit their website or contact them at
info@alpenalibrary.org or (989) 356-6188.

Other Helpful Information

Lodging & Accommodations
There is a Holiday Inn Express right in the heart of downtown! With views of the Thunder Bay River and within walking distance to all the venues listed above, this hotel is a popular choice for weddings, events, and conferences and can offer blocks of rooms. Contact them by calling 989-340-1800 or visiting here. There are also various downtown apartments that are listed on AirBnB throughout the district.

Planning a Wedding Downtown
Downtown is home to a variety of local, small businesses that can bring your wedding vision to life! From local florists to hair stylists, from tux rentals to wedding rings, view our Downtown Alpena Wedding Guide here.