Banquets @ The Croatian Center

8550 Taft St, Merrillville, IN

300+ guest capacity

This venue can host 300+ guests

About this vendor

The Croatian Center in Merrillville, Indiana is a beautiful event venue that offers a touch of European charm with modern sophistication. Imagine a light-filled foyer, perhaps adorned with sparkling chandeliers and rich tapestries that whisper of European heritage. The main event space is a vision. Imagine a banquet hall bathed in warm, natural light that streams through expansive windows. Pristine white tablecloths adorn each table, inviting conversation and laughter. Lush greenery and pops of colorful flowers add a touch of vibrancy. A spacious dance floor beckons you to celebrate under the soft glow of strategically placed spotlights. But The Croatian Center offers more than just a grand hall. Perhaps there's a charming outdoor courtyard, a hidden gem, where lights illuminate the space in the evening. Imagine a wrought-iron gazebo draped in ivy, the perfect spot for an intimate ceremony or a breath of fresh air. This is The Croatian Center – a place where timeless elegance meets modern comfort. It's a blank canvas waiting for your special occasion to unfold, promising an event as beautiful and unique as you are.

Amenities + details

Dressing Room

Handicap Accessible

Indoor Event Space

Liability Insurance

On-Site Accommodations

Outdoor Event Space

Reception Area

Wireless Internet

Covered Outdoors Space

Ceremony Types

Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony

Guest Capacity

300+

Settings

Backyard
Ballroom
Garden
Park
Restaurant

Venue Service Offerings

Bar & Drinks
Cakes & Desserts
Food & Catering
Planning
Rentals & Equipment
Service Staff

4.6

out of 5.0

7 reviews

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7/27/2016 • LaKia B

Dimitri's Catering was the caterer my husband and I decided on based on the following, their location was close to our venue, and the wedding food packages were within our budget. We chose the silver package that came with a 5-hour premium bar. The food choices was a butler style passed bruschetta for cocktail hour, and main course was a family style buffet with salad, bread, roast beef, turkey, mostaccioli, green beans, mashed potatoes and gravy, water, and coffee. The food was delicious and served hot. Although my wedding was 5 weeks ago, people are still raving about the food. We will definitely be using them again for birthdays and anniversaries.

7/12/2016 • Ashley L

The food was delicious and the venue was gorgeous. Zarko was overly accommodating. He allowed us to come by several times to ask questions and plan for our wedding reception. We came in for a free tasting and the food was delicious. He was very helpful and kind. He provided us with individual attention and answered all of our questions. During the wedding, he was present and walked around regularly checking on both the wedding party and guests. The staff was very professional and the reception space was beyond gorgeous. We truly are thankful for being given such specialized attention for our special day. Zarko was very flexible and very helpful throughout the entire wedding process. A pleasure to work with!

7/31/2013 • Holly H

The food was good, price was right, but "Dimitri" and "Zarko" are NOT the best to work with. They shouldn't be in the wedding business-at all.

10/24/2012 • Michelle W

We always heard good things about the Croatian Center, and when we did the tour, we were sold! We used the outside gazebo and there flowers, and the long pathway are awesome! Everyone said how beautiful it was outside @ our wedding! The food is AMAZING & they are about $5-$10 less per plate than any surrounding halls!!! I loved that they offered so many different colors in chair bows & linens, which made our wedding so gorgeous! They are so nice there & help you work out every aspect of your wedding reception!!! They serving staff is very nice as well!! The hall is very big & we all loved the big dance floor for our guests! All of our guests raved about the FOOD & how nice the hall looked! I recommended checking out the Croatian Center to the new brides! If you want a hall that is very reasonably priced, a great staff, & amazing food, then I would say The Croatian Center is for your wedding!!! Thank you so much for everything!!!

6/19/2012 • Ellen B

Food was wonderful. Our guests really enjoyed their meals. Beautiful Gazebo in back that we held our ceremony. Worked with us & accomodated us with specific requests. We were very pleased all around.