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Ila James Wedding & Event Barn
4.5 ★★★★★ 64 Google reviews · Barn wedding venue in Marlette, Michigan
Converted from a 1915 dairy barn, this rustic-chic venue hosts weddings and other special events in a country setting.
Plan your tour
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 586-441-6774
- Website facebook.com — most venues book tours right on their site
Hours
| Monday | 9 am–5 pm |
| Tuesday | 9 am–5 pm |
| Wednesday | 9 am–5 pm |
| Thursday | 9 am–5 pm |
| Friday | 9 am–5 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–11 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The setting
“If you are looking for a real rustic barn feel… or even just something gorgeous… with owners who actually care about your wedding day… this is the venue for you!”
Amenities couples mention
“Ila James wedding and event barn exceeded all expectations, offering a breathtaking bridal suite that embodies every bride's vision.”
“& don’t forget all the amazing pictures you can get here for sunset photos.”
What couples say again and again
“Ila James wedding and event barn exceeded all expectations, offering a breathtaking bridal suite that embodies every bride's vision.”
“The venue alone felt magical, not to mention the way Kaylah went above and beyond to create an amazing experience for all guests.”
“Kaylah and her staff were on top of every detail throughout the whole weekend making for a stress free wedding that was perfect in every way possible!”
“Her and her team helped give me the best day of my life!”
“Ila James wedding and event barn exceeded all expectations, offering a breathtaking bridal suite that embodies every bride's vision.”
From the reviews
I recently visited the ILA James wedding barn. This venue was beautiful inside and out, not to mention incredibly clean. The entire venue has an updated and modern look. The owner Kaylah was beyond amazing. Her hard work and attention to detail made the day so much easier for the bride and groom.
I cannot say enough amazing things about this venue. Not only is it BEAUTIFUL, but the crew here truly made you feel so comfortable and like lifelong friends. Kayla (hopefully i’m spelling this right) made me feel so dang comfortable and taken care of on my wedding day.
This venue IS beyond beautiful! LOOK no further! Kaylah and her crew are awesome, with focus on every detail —start to finish. Kaylah runs a very tight ship and the whole event ran smoothly and was so much fun. She is constantly improving the venue —all to better our (and future couples’) experience.
The best experience from start to finish through the entire reception planning process. From getting ready in the huge bridal suite and the newly expanded patio, our expectations were exceeded. Kaylah and her staff went above and beyond to make the weekend easy and care free.
Getting married at Ila James Wedding & Event Barn
Ila James Wedding & Event Barn comes up for weddings, going by their listing and couples’ reviews. Two things make the tour worth the drive. First, see it at the time of day you'd actually get married — a barn that glows at golden hour can feel very different at noon, and you'll want to walk the path your guests take from parking to ceremony to reception. Second, bring your real questions: the rain plan (where does the ceremony move?), the catering and bar policy, the music curfew, and exactly what's included with the rental — tables, chairs, setup, and teardown are where quotes quietly diverge. Popular dates at barn venues book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what's open in your season before you leave.
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