REHEARSAL DINNERS IN SAUGATUCK

Rehearsal dinners in Saugatuck, where the weekend begins.

Gather up to 100 guests for a rehearsal dinner that keeps everyone close and the celebration going.

Closer to a long dinner party than an event

Up to 100 people in one room with a bar and fireplace, just minutes from where you’ll marry the next day. Dinner runs long, conversations stay close, and nobody is seated out of earshot.

Because our 2027 and 2028 wedding calendar is filling quickly, we’re accepting a more limited number of rehearsal
dinners on select dates. Reach out with your wedding date to see if a rehearsal dinner at Emerson is available.

THE EVENING BEFORE

One long table, four hours, and nowhere else to be

Up to 100 guests

for a rehearsal dinner at The Lounge

Four hours

from arrival through the evening

The night before

a relaxed start to the wedding weekend

The Lounge

indoors, with a bar and fireplace

What your Emerson experience looks like

Curated vintage furnishings

Handpicked pieces already in the space.

Patio seating and firepit

A ready-to-use outdoor space for gathering.

Indoor and outdoor bars

Both spaces are available for your event.

Tables and chairs

Set up to fit your celebration.

Full bar service

Craft beer, premium wine and top-shelf liquor.

Dedicated event manager

Your Emerson event manager is your point of contact from planning through your event day.

Curated vintage furnishings

Handpicked pieces, already in the room.

Tables and chairs

Vintage, set to your plan.

Patio seating and firepit

The courtyard, set and ready.

Full bar service

Craft beer, premium wine and top-shelf liquor.

Indoor and outdoor bars

Both bars. Bartenders are an additional cost.

Coordination on the night

Our coordinators, on the property with you for all four hours.

Catering comes from our curated list of West Michigan caterers, and decor through Charm Decor House. Florals, photography and music are yours to choose. A 20% service fee applies to bar services, plus 6% Michigan sales tax.

Rehearsal dinner, your way

Rehearsal dinners at Emerson Lounge are available on a limited basis due to our wedding calendar. For couples looking to host a dedicated rehearsal dinner, Heritage Social offers a space and experience designed specifically for the evening before your wedding.

Rehearsal dinners begin at $1,900

Saturdays in prime season sit higher. Once we know your date and guest count, we will send you the full packages by email.

Rehearsal dinner questions

Can we bring our own caterer?

Catering is required to come from our preferred caterer list, made up of trusted partners we know and recommend. View our preferred caterers.

What happens if it rains?

You have access to both indoor and outdoor spaces, so we can shift plans as needed if the weather changes.

How many guests can the venue accommodate?

Up to 100 people.

May we bring our own alcohol?

No, we require use of one of our bar packages that includes beer, wine, and liquor. Our bar packages can also be customized for an additional fee.

Where do guests stay?

We partner with great local hosts and accommodations in the Saugatuck/Douglas area. View our preferred vendor list for places to stay nearby.

How do I inquire?

Fill out our inquiry form, and our team will help you with the details and availability for your rehearsal dinner.

Tell us about your day

Your date and guest count is enough to start. We will take it from there.

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