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EVENT VENUE IN KALAMAZOO, MI

Host your Special Event at The Bellflower

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Why The Bellflower Is the Perfect Venue for Special Events in Kalamazoo

From milestone birthdays to meaningful celebrations of life, The Bellflower offers a beautiful setting for all of life's special events. Whether you're planning a retirement party, holiday gathering, or something uniquely yours, we provide the charm and flexibility to bring your vision to life.

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    Charming Atmosphere

    Our historic schoolhouse and scenic outdoor spaces create a warm, welcoming environment perfect for celebrating milestones.

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    Flexible Setup

    From small intimate gatherings to larger group celebrations, our layout options and included amenities make it easy to design your special event.

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    Convenient Location

    Just minutes from Kalamazoo, The Bellflower is easy for guests to find while offering a peaceful, picturesque setting.

Ways to Celebrate at The Bellflower

Every celebration at The Bellflower is as unique as the people you’re honoring. From anniversaries to birthday parties and beyond, our historic schoolhouse offers the perfect blend of charm and flexibility for your special event.

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Birthday Parties

Whether it’s a milestone birthday or just a reason to gather, The Bellflower offers a charming space to celebrate with the ones you love.

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Christmas & Holiday Parties

Host a festive gathering filled with warmth, laughter, and seasonal cheer in our beautiful indoor and outdoor spaces.

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Retirement Parties

Celebrate a career’s worth of achievements with a relaxed, welcoming event tailored to the retiree’s style. Toast, dine, and laugh with colleagues, friends, and family.

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Celebrations of Life

Honor your loved one in a warm, intimate setting that provides comfort, space for reflection, and a beautiful backdrop for gathering with family and friends.

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Other Gatherings

From graduations to family reunions, our venue is flexible enough to bring any event to life. If you can dream it, we can host it.

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What We Provide for Your Celebration

  • Tables and Chairs

    Included for your guest list and any activity stations you plan.

  • Setup and Tear Down

    We take care of the table setup so you can focus on celebrating.

  • Indoor and Outdoor Options

    Host your event inside our charming schoolhouse or enjoy the outdoor grounds.

  • Decor Access

    Use our decor collection to make your event even more special.

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Venue Rental Pricing

  • Monday - Thursday

    $50 an hour with a 3-hour minimum. $100 deposit due at booking.

    *A $100 down payment is required at the time of contract. The remaining balance is due two weeks before your event. 

  • Friday - Sunday

    $95 an hour with a 3-hour minimum. $100 deposit due at booking.

    *A $100 down payment is required at the time of contract. The remaining balance is due two weeks before your event. 

FAQs

We know planning can come with lots of questions. Here are a few answers to help make your decision even easier.

  • The Bellflower is an intimate venue comfortably accommodating up to 50 people.

  • The Host may bring in food or have it catered in. The Bellflower’s catering kitchen which has a full-size refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave and sink. Alcohol may be served to guests as long as it’s complementary and it not sold.

  • The building sits on one acre with paved parking and beautifully landscaped gardens. There is a small grassy area that can accommodate a tent.

  • The Bellflower is available for rental by the hour seven days a week, twenty-four hours a day.

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    Take a look through moments captured at The Bellflower—where people came together to celebrate, connect, and create lasting memories.

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    Can’t visit just yet? Take a virtual tour and experience the layout, charm, and flow of The Bellflower—right from the comfort of your home.

  • Ready to Book?

    To reserve a date, simply fill out the short inquiry form. Dates are limited and often fill quickly, so reaching out early is recommended to secure your preferred time.