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Perfect weddings at The War Memorial

Your Unforgettable Day


The flowers are picked, the table is set, and the love of your life is waiting.

At The War Memorial, we're passionate about making your wedding day remarkably special. Our breathtaking venue, magnificent menu, and impeccable service combine to celebrate the love between two people. With the perfect balance of luxury and comfort, our wedding venue provides a space that will help you create memories to last a lifetime. Get away from the congestion and chaos of downtown and enjoy the beauty and serenity of The War Memorial. 

Whether your wedding ceremony is outside on our lakefront lawn or inside our grand ballroom, our top priority is making your day exquisite from start to finish. With multiple rooms that can help you curate the wedding of your dreams, our venue is sure to provide the look and feel that is so important to your special day. 

The historic Alger House provides a classic and upscale look complete with cozy fireplaces in every room, while the Fred M. Alger Center combines stunning views of Lake St. Clair from the floor to ceiling windows with a clean modern feel. If you are looking for an outdoor space, choose from the steps of the Alger House terrace or in front of Les Braves II: At Water’s Edge to create a one-of-a-kind location for your wedding ceremony. 

No matter which rooms you choose, The War Memorial will add history and elegance to your special day. We pride ourselves on our years of hospitality expertise and being a collaborative partner throughout your experience with us.

Culinary Excellence

The War Memorial’s culinary offerings are the hallmark of our extraordinary services. Upscale fare paired with personalized bar packages create an occasion that reflects your style and personality. Our executive chef, directors, and venue coordinators will help you plan every detail of your menu and bar package catered specifically to your liking. Our culinary team has experience in some of the finest establishments throughout Metro Detroit and is proud to serve food that is responsibly grown, fresh, and top-quality.  

Our goal is to always exceed your expectations. View our 2024 wedding menu, which includes our full list of policies and procedures.

Use the form below to contact our event coordination team to secure your wedding date!

Everything was perfect for my wedding, I can’t thank everyone enough for being on top of it. Best night ever!!
— Costigan Wedding
I can’t say enough about the overall experience with the War Memorial, from the planning to every detail the day of the event (including every single person we interfaced with!) ....absolutely OUTSTANDING. Couldn’t be happier with the overall experience!!
— Menendez Wedding
Everyone complimented the food and venue. It was an amazing experience and atmosphere.
— Lebowski Wedding
We got so many compliments on the venue, staff, and food! Everyone was very impressed and the team was great to work with! I would love to have another event with you in the future!
— DeClark Wedding

Photos courtesy of Mishelle Lamarand Photography, Jennifer Boris Photography, E&W Collective, Molly Grunewald & Company, Samantha Leigh Studios, and Smith & Co Photo.

Header image courtesy of Mishelle Lamarand Photography

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