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The 1530 Events

4.9(79)
Wedding Venue
About

Housed in a former furniture factory, The 1530 blends industrial charm with modern design across multiple levels, including a ballroom, mezzanine, lounge, and a green rooftop deck. The flexible layout suits small to mid-sized business events, from meetings to networking receptions.

Executive Chef Darrin Mayweather leads an on-site kitchen delivering fresh, thoughtfully prepared menus that elevate the hospitality experience. Located near Grand Rapids, The 1530 offers a distinctive setting with attentive service and full in-house food and beverage, ideal for seamless corporate gatherings.

Best for
  • Corporate luncheons & seated dinners
  • Executive meetings with AV support
  • Rooftop cocktail receptions & networking
Standout features
Architecture & Setting
Converted furniture factory with multi-level event spaces
The venue combines historic industrial architecture with modern design, featuring a spacious ballroom, cozy lounge, mezzanine, and a green rooftop deck ideal for cocktail hours or breaks. This flexible layout accommodates diverse event formats
Culinary Experience
Executive Chef-curated menus with premium wine pairings
Executive Chef Darrin Mayweather crafts thoughtful, flavorful dishes that have been praised as some of the best wedding food guests have experienced. The venue also offers curated four-course dining experiences paired with premium wines from a
Event Flexibility
Allows outside liquor with on-site kitchen service
Clients can bring their own liquor, wine, beer, and soft drinks, which provides significant cost savings, while the venue’s on-site kitchen ensures food is served fresh and hot. This combination offers both flexibility and quality for business
At a glance
Location & hours

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1530 Madison Avenue Southeast
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Hours
SundayClosed
Monday9am – 5pm
Tuesday9am – 5pm
Wednesday9am – 5pm
Thursday9am – 5pm
Friday9am – 5pm
SaturdayClosed

Rated 4.9 on Google · 79 reviews