Michigan Princess

Docked in Grand River Park, MI, the Michigan Princess is a wedding venue offering couples the chance to experience the Grand River in comfort and style. With its fully enclosed, climate-controlled environment, this floating dreamboat allows you to enjoy the best that the river has to offer, rain or shine. A part of the J & K Steamboat Company’s fleet, this beautiful venue invites you to step aboard and experience something truly spectacular. The J & K Steamboat Company has been a fixture of Michigan’s waterways for more than 40 years. Owners John and Karla Chamberlain started a small canoe-rental business in 1976. Based in Lansing’s Potter Park, the business soon expanded to include its first barge, the Spirit of Lansing. The Spirit of Lansing was so popular with passengers that a second, larger boat was soon added to the fleet in 1984. Christened the Princess Laura, after John’s daughter, it became a feature of waterfront festivals around the state. In 1991, The Michigan Princess was added in response to rising demand. Launched by then-governor John Engler, this replica 19th century steamboat has operated out of Grand River Park since 1998. The crew of the Michigan Princess believes that your wedding should be an elegant experience that you and your loved ones can cherish forever. Celebrants are invited to enjoy the simple pleasures that come from being close to nature, with all the comforts and convenience of a five-star establishment. The stately Grand Salon Dining Room features a stage and spacious dance floor. A grand staircase welcomes guests to the second deck. There, the Princess Dining Room offers a dazzling array of 15 brass chandeliers. Passengers can stroll the promenade or marvel at the mighty paddle wheels from the comfort of the window-lined Stern Wheel Room. The Captain’s Dining Room, located on the third deck, offers a more intimate dining experience. The Michigan Princess is pleased to host a variety of ceremonies and events, including: religious and secular services, civil unions, same-sex ceremonies, and second weddings. The boat can accommodate up to 250 passengers for a ceremony and dinner, or 300 for a reception-only event. For your convenience, the venue offers onboard catering and beverage stations. The boat’s friendly crew is dedicated to delivering exceptional service. They will take care of the details so you can concentrate on making wonderful memories. https://www.michiganprincess.com/events/weddings