The Village at Grand Traverse Commons is a historic Traverse City landmark, the former Northern Michigan Asylum reimagined as a mixed-use community of restored Victorian-Italianate buildings, shops, and galleries. The architecture alone gives a wedding film a sense of place you can’t fake on a soundstage.

A Wedding We Have Filmed at The Village at Grand Traverse Commons

Christine and Joel’s first look and portraits took place on the historic porch of Building 50, followed by their ceremony here at The Village, set to live music from Festival Strings. Christine’s entrance was set to “I Can’t Help Falling in Love with You,” with the couple’s recessional to “Here Comes the Sun” marking their first moments as husband and wife. Their reception followed at the nearby Cathedral Barn at Historic Barns Park.

Watch the full story: Cinematic Romance in Traverse City: Christine & Joel’s Wedding Film

Filming Weddings at The Village at Grand Traverse Commons

Building 50’s porch and the Commons’ restored brick architecture give us strong backdrops for first looks and portraits. As with Christine and Joel, many couples pair a ceremony here with a reception at the nearby Cathedral Barn, and we plan our shooting schedule around that kind of two-location day.

What a Grand Traverse Commons Wedding Costs

Contact the venue’s events team directly for current rental and ceremony rates.

FAQ

Do you film destination weddings in Traverse City?
Yes. Christine and Joel’s wedding here is one example, and we’re glad to travel for Northern Michigan destination weddings.

Is The Village at Grand Traverse Commons good for a ceremony?
Yes, Christine and Joel were married here with live music from Festival Strings, then moved to the Cathedral Barn at Historic Barns Park for their reception.

What makes this venue different from a typical banquet hall?
The historic Victorian-Italianate buildings, including Building 50, give a wedding film a distinct architectural character rather than a generic ballroom look.

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