11/7/2026 Winter Wedding Themes & Ideas For Your Big Day Winter is an overlooked and underappreciated time of year to have a wedding. There is so much character during the winter months to play off of, such as the holidays or the entire appeal of a winter wonderland. Not to mention, it's a lot easier to secure the date that you want because everyone is typically drawn to the summer months. Speaking for Pelister Park, we see dates in summer months being booked 2 years in adva

Published 10/5/2026 “How early should I book the venue?” This question runs through every engaged couple’s head. People often wonder: how early is too early? And how late is too late? How do you decide when to reach out and book? As a wedding venue, we have heard it all, so we wanted to answer these questions to inform everyone and help relieve some of the planning stress. What Time of Year Should You Book a Wedding Venue? As a Michigan wedding venue, we understand the dilemm

Published 9/5/2026 Planning for the big day can be time-intensive, but it's all worth it in the end when it comes together as you hoped. A major obstacle is deciding how much you are willing to spend on the event and how to allocate the desired amount across the event's specifics. After many years in the industry, we have experience crafting a wedding budget and identifying the hidden costs that often get forgotten. With this in mind, we have put together steps for creating a

Published 8/1/2026 There are plenty of things to consider when booking a venue and deciding whether it is the right fit for what you have in mind. To make it a little easier for you, we have put together a guide as you take that first step of going in for a tour. Notably, some of these questions only apply to weddings. Still, overall, if you are booking a wedding or a special occasion, you want to be sure that everything goes as planned and fits exactly as you envisioned, so

Published 8/8/2026 Welcome to our new Pelister Park blog! We’re excited to launch our insights series, and we are so glad you’re here! What You’ll Find Here Here you will find articles that are helpful when planning your event, attending one, or even just for future knowledge. We hope to share industry insights, planning tips, inspiration, behind-the-scenes, and much more for you to take with you to your next special occasion. Whether you plan to host, get inspired, or plan t