The Fountains Banquet Center

The Fountains Banquet Center - Perfect Day Experts

Kalamazoo, MI

Kalamazoo

Service area

4.7

Praised by couples for:

Amenities

Helpful staff

Unique aesthetic style

Such a classy space with posh details. The food was absolutely amazing here. We had attended food tasting prior to choosing our menu and the options were phenomenal! We had so many choices for our package (Silver Package) and lots of our guests commented on how delicious everything was. I loved the freedom we got at this venue to decorate as we wanted (Halloween wedding) and the coordinator (Kristy Grant) was very receptive to communication and setting up times to chat about future details. The only thing that occurred that could have been better was the set up guy getting frustrated with us because he didn't realize there was a seating chart - he thought all tables were to have the same number of chairs, but we had a different number at most tables. The step-in coordinator that morning immediately redirected the situation though and cheerfully told us, "No problem! We'll fix it," which was super nice of her. The wedding went flawlessly. Would definitely recommend this venue for your event.

Ivana G.

5.0

This building may not look like much from the outside, but i urge you to take a minute and step inside. It is absolutely beautiful and spacious with the most amazing people running it! Kristy and Chef Jen are an amazing dream team together! They are both very accommodating, personable, kind, easy to work with and eager to make your day. I Loooooove these people and their establishment!

Heather K.

5.0

AWARD WINNER

Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot

The Fountains Banquet Center - Perfect Day Experts in Kalamazoo, MI, is an all-inclusive wedding venue designed to make every event seamless and memorable. With full-service in-house catering, professional bar service, and a dedicated event coordinator, every detail is thoughtfully managed from start to finish. The venue features elegant ceremony space, spacious getting-ready suites, a large dance floor, and clean, modern backdrops that complement any style of décor. Clients also enjoy personal consultations and tastings to ensure their event reflects their vision. Fully licensed and insured, The Fountains provides complete peace of mind, with certified bartenders and proper food and beverage credentials, including traveling liquor and catering licenses and a food truck, The Lunchbox, offers added flexibility for rehearsals, showers, and other celebrations. Backed by a long-standing, experienced team that operates like a well-oiled machine, The Fountains delivers not only exceptional service but a welcoming, family-like atmosphere that sets it apart. Contact The Fountains Event Coordinator, Kayla, today for your tour and let us show you how we can create the perfect day!

Woman-owned Business

27+ years in business

Speaks English

Large team (21+ members)

Amenities + details

Amenities

Dressing Room

Handicap Accessible

Indoor Event Space

Liability Insurance

Reception Area

Wireless Internet

Ceremony Types

Civil Union

Commitment Ceremony

Elopement

Interfaith Ceremony

Non-Religious Ceremony

Religious Ceremony

Second Wedding

Vow Renewal Ceremony

Settings

Ballroom

Venue Service Offerings

Bar & Drinks

Cakes & Desserts

Cupcakes

Food & Catering

Planning

Rentals & Equipment

Service Staff

Awards and Affiliations

2013 'Best of Weddings'

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Meet the team

Kayla Agy
Event Expert | Coordinator
Meet Kayla, the heart behind every unforgettable event at The Fountains - Perfect Day Experts. As our dedicated Event Coordinator, Kayla brings creativity, precision, and genuine care to every celebration she plans. From intimate gatherings to grand occasions, she has a natural talent for turning visions into beautifully executed experiences. What truly sets Kayla apart is her ability to listen. She takes the time to understand your style, your story, and your goals — then thoughtfully designs an event that feels effortless and uniquely yours. Her eye for detail, warm personality, and commitment to excellence make planning not only seamless, but genuinely enjoyable. When you tour The Fountains, you’re not just viewing a venue — you’re meeting the expert who will guide you every step of the way. Spend a few minutes with Kayla, and you’ll quickly see why so many couples and clients trust her to bring their biggest moments to life. Come tour The Fountains and discover what’s possible with Kayla by your side. ✨ #perfectdayexperts #fountainsfun #lunchboxfun #perfectdayexperts
Kristy Grant
Event Expert | Owner
Meet Kristy, part owner and the driving force behind The Fountains Banquet Center -Perfect Day Experts events. ✨ With over 20 years of experience, Kristy has dedicated her career to helping clients bring their event visions to life. From her extensive catering background to leading a team of talented professionals, she knows what it takes to make every detail count. Her passion? Creating seamless, memorable experiences so every event feels like a perfect day. 💫 #perfectdayexperts #fountainsfun #lunchboxfun #perfectdayproperties
Jennifer Hunter
Chef | Owner
Meet Jen, the chef and part owner of The Fountains - Perfect Day Experts, where she leads her culinary team with skill, creativity, and a strong commitment to quality. She works closely with her staff, fostering a collaborative kitchen that values growth, consistency, and attention to detail. Through her leadership, Jen has shaped The Fountains into a place known for thoughtful cuisine and a welcoming dining experience, reflecting her passion for both food and business. #perfectdayexperts #fountainsfun #lunchboxfun #perfectdayproperties

4.7

out of 5.0

23 reviews

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Ivana G

11/08/2020

Such a classy space with posh details. The food was absolutely amazing here. We had attended food tasting prior to choosing our menu and the options were phenomenal! We had so many...

choices for our package (Silver Package) and lots of our guests commented on how delicious everything was. I loved the freedom we got at this venue to decorate as we wanted (Halloween wedding) and the coordinator (Kristy Grant) was very receptive to communication and setting up times to chat about future details. The only thing that occurred that could have been better was the set up guy getting frustrated with us because he didn't realize there was a seating chart - he thought all tables were to have the same number of chairs, but we had a different number at most tables. The step-in coordinator that morning immediately redirected the situation though and cheerfully told us, "No problem! We'll fix it," which was super nice of her. The wedding went flawlessly. Would definitely recommend this venue for your event.

Heather K

4/09/2020

This building may not look like much from the outside, but i urge you to take a minute and step inside. It is absolutely beautiful and spacious with the most amazing people running...

it! Kristy and Chef Jen are an amazing dream team together! They are both very accommodating, personable, kind, easy to work with and eager to make your day. I Loooooove these people and their establishment!

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Ashley M

10/08/2018

Our contact Rhonda was wonderful. She is extremely helpful and kind. The venue looked wonderful and met all of our needs. There was even a water crisis the day before and they had ...

everything fixed and ready for our reception. I would highly recommend this place.

Response from The Fountains Banquet Center on 10/10/2018

Thank you Ashley!

Karen G

7/19/2017

The atmosphere at The Fountains was wonderful. We received many compliments about the venue, food, and cake from Boonzaaijer's bakery.

Tammy B

9/19/2016

Absolutely loved this venue! Ronda was so wonderful to work with! The food was great! Everyone was raving about the seafood pasta. I didn't get any, I regret that..I was too busy m...

ingling to eat. We got in the venue early to decorate. It was so beautiful. Loved having the ceremony and reception in the same place. Very convenient. The midnight pizza looked great! Again..I didn't get any, too busy mingling...everyone loved it. The bar service was wonderful. I had a couple of late comers to my reception and the staff were very accommodating to fix them a dinner plate. I highly recommend this venue. It's very affordable and well worth it! Thank you so much!!!

Stephany W

7/05/2016

The venue was gorgeous, the food was delicious, the bar and wait staff were very sweet, not having to worry about details like dishes and linens and clean up was priceless. I only ...

knocked 1 star off because there were a few things I thought they'd handle that they didn't. For example, I wanted lights on the head table. I was told I'd have to buy them myself and bring them a few days early which I was fine with but, when I bought them and tried to drop them off, they said they couldn't do it. You are also told that you will have a coordinator and a hostess. This is true, just know that they aren't helping with coordinating in the way a traditional coordinator might. If you need someone to cue the wedding party for when to walk or direct guests to food or restrooms or anything,, make sure you assign someone to those tasks as they do not do this. Overall, I would definitely still recommend The Fountains, those are just the things I wish I'd been more clear on from the beginning.

Shannon

9/04/2014

The Fountains was the perfect fit as a reception site for our traditional Catholic wedding. The food (as much as I tasted, which wasn't much because I was so busy) was absolutely d...

elicious! Rhonda and the staff were very willing to work with us on changes we had to make to the seating chart just days before, and were open to some new ideas for dismissing tables. Overall, a great experience.

Response from The Fountains Banquet Center on 09/06/2014

You are so awesome! Thank you for the wonderful review! Rhonda

Amanda H

7/03/2014

The venue is beautiful, Rhonda is amazing and on top of everything. It was the perfect place for us and at a very reasonable price.

Heidi V

4/14/2014

The food was amazing. Everything went smoothly. Constant communication. Everything was going very smoothly and some how times and days got missed up at the end and luckily they did...

not have anything going on so we could do what we were suppose to.

Annie B

10/31/2013

We LOVED having our wedding reception at The Fountains. They treated us SO well & I would recommend the venue to anyone. They are one of the best priced in Kalamazoo, super reaso...

nable and so helpful while working with you while you are planning your wedding. Rhonda was extremely helpful the day of as well! Book your reception there before they fill up, you will not regret it!

Jacqi A

10/22/2013

The Fountains is a beautiful venue! All that I had to worry about were centerpieces for the tables that I did extra of to put on the cake table and table for place cards. The food ...

was wonderful, I have heard nothing but compliments on how great the good was! Service was excellent, though I do wish they hadn't cleared the water glasses from the head table as soon as they did! I couldn't have asked for a better venue for my reception! I would recommend them to anyone and everyone!

Megan M

10/17/2013

The outside of the building isn't the prettiest, but you get a great deal on the bar and food. The inside is very nice. Food was amazing! Loved the pasta primavera. My only issue...

and reason for four stars for service was that sometimes I'd receive responses to requests that were later changed/denied after I'd made plans based on the initial response.

Jamila B

7/15/2013

The staff at The Fountains was so helpful and accommodating throughout my whole wedding process, even through a management change. The food was good (although they don't offer tast...

ing beforehand), the facility was very nicely decorated, and everything is offered at a great price. My only complaint is that they supposedly do not allow brides or anyone else to change at the hall or to arrive before the start time of the reception (with the exception of those setting up). Overall, I had a great experience with the Fountains and I would recommend it to others!

Jennifer L

9/11/2012

We used The Fountains for our reception... and they were awesome! If you haven't been in there in awhile, they have updated like crazy. New glass bar, lighting system to match yo...

ur colors, you can choose napkin colors to match your colors... and the food was great. I have gotten so many compliments on it, and questions about "who catered". They have all-inclusive packages that make planning the reception way easy- the silver package was what we chose. For around $30 a person, it included a buffet dinner with two main entree choices and three side dishes... three appetizer choices... wine/beer/pop... And everybody was happy! Also, when I was missing a photo for one of my centerpieces, Christy had no qualms about helping me print one at the venue. Really great place with zero hassle!

Amber D

7/27/2012

They will pretty much do anything you ask. The staff is so nice and the place is beautiful. Loved the food.

Meggie K

7/21/2012

Delicious food. Exceptional service!! Beautiful venue!!

Katelynn H

7/06/2012

My husband and I have nothing bad to say about the fountains. Jennifer was amazing from the day we first toured the venue to our hugs good bye after our reception. Everything they ...

did was to perfection. The food, customer service, and hard work of the staff made our reception so awesome..our guests can't stop raving about it!

Lauren S

6/19/2012

We loved working with the fountains staff-- they were very knowledgeable and quick to respond. The food was top notch, I cannot tell you how many people commented on how the food ...

was AMAZING! Price was well worth it. Our only complaint was that they started our time earlier then agreed upon and charged us for open later, even tho it was the agreed upon out time originally.

Lyndsay H

5/09/2012

Jennifer was very nice and went out of her way to keep in contact and help me with whatever I want. The food was very good and the place is beautiful!! I was so happy with my choic...

e and would definitely recommend it to anyone!

Betsy M

10/20/2011

Service, food, and setting were wonderful. The staff was helpful and flexible. The prices were great and they made everything easy.

Molly G

5/05/2011

The staff was awesome. They were very accommodating and friendly.

Melissa D

3/28/2011

Absolutely no need to decorate inside; tulle and white lights make it beautiful, and there is no where else that comes close to the elegance that The Fountains has - worked great f...

or our winter wedding!

Deanna B

3/01/2011

I had a February wedding at the fountains and they were very helpful with the planning and execution. My husband and I called and emailed them with questions all the time and they ...

never seemed to mind. The day of the wedding they had everything set up perfectly the food was amazing the wine and champagne was delicious and the reception was tons of fun! I would recommend the venue to anyone!

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535 South Riverview Drive, Kalamazoo, MI

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(269) 342-0300

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