The old school just down Leonard is now Leona Road. A modern event venue in Grand Rapids with weddings on the mind.
The walls are the same but the stories they’ll tell are all new. Originally built in 1916 as West Leonard Elementary School and fully renovated in 2020-2021, Leona Road is a wedding and event venue with Scandinavian Modern styling from the experienced team behind The Cheney Place, Record Box Loft, Fringe Events and PUNCH Bar Catering. As the walls are packed with windows including a large bay along the natural wood’ barrel roof in the reception hall, the space is flooded with natural light that will look great in pictures. And with 19,000 square feet of indoor space dedicated to your event, a large outdoor terrace and free onsite parking, there is plenty of room to host your wedding for up to 300 guests.
We are proud to include the following services to help plan your big day. 1) Design: We will meet with you to develop a custom floor plan for your event and would also be happy to schedule a meeting to assist with linen and tablescape options, 2) Event Setup: Setup tables and chairs and stage all personal decor, 3) Tear it Down: When your party is over, we’ll pack it all up and put everything in the boxes they came in, 4) Month and Day of Coordination: We’ll help plan your full timeline and coordinate the details with your vendors the week of your event. Our team will manage your event including ceremony, entrance, toasts and sendoff and will work closely with your vendors to ensure everything runs smoothly.
Civil Union, Commitment Ceremony, Interfaith Ceremony, Non-Religious Ceremony, Religious Ceremony, Second Wedding, Vow Renewal Ceremony
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Leona Road Reviews
Lark Hilton(other)5 out of 5 Rating
Leona Road was awesome. I can’t say enough about how amazing and professional this crew was!! Hannah was our day of coordinator and although we had a few hiccups (a power outage due to something on consumer energy’s end to the entire area), the owner of Leona Rd, Hannah, our photographer (Gauper photography) and videographers (Coastline Studios) pulled together to help make our night continue! We barely noticed it, even though that’s a pretty big thing to happen during your wedding! Leading up to the day they contacted us consistently making sure all of our needs were met and helped us with so many different areas, bringing up things I would never think about. Cannot say enough to recommend them! Thank you for making our wedding day so special :) Reviewed on 12-01-2024
Jennifer Spicuzza(bride)5 out of 5 Rating
We had a November 2023 Wedding and the staff was wonderful and so friendly. The whole process of setup and decision-making was made easy by the staff. The day-of coordinator took a ton of the stress off our shoulders and allowed us to enjoy the wedding and our special night. I can't thank them enough for the services they provide and the quality that they provide. Rachel found out during our final meeting I was a big swiftie and even though she wasn't working our event she made some friendship bracelets and gave them to our day coordinator to give me which was such a sweet gift! Also, a big deal breaker when we picked this venue was them allowing us to bring our dog to the ceremony so that she could be included, they were so helpful and kind to her and all the employees loved on her which made her day as the flower dog that much better with all the treats and belly rubs. The photo booth they have to offer was a big hit and everyone couldn't stop talking about how beautiful the venue was. Reviewed on 28-11-2023
Audrey Downs-Turkovich(other)5 out of 5 Rating
The venue was absolutely gorgeous and perfect for our day. The staff was so helpful and always professional and responded to my emails quickly. The entire space is so beautiful you barely even need decor. Reviewed on 26-10-2023
Jessica Jelsema(other)5 out of 5 Rating
From the moment we stepped into Leona Road on our walk through, we knew we found our venue. The space itself is absolutely gorgeous and the flow of the building is wonderful. The team however, takes the cake. A day of coordinator made all the difference. Sara was ours and she was phenomenal. She was so incredibly kind and asked great questions. She also provided excellent insight. Our wedding would not have gone as smoothly as it did without her presence. Thank you Sara!! This venue is LGBTQIA+ friendly and safe. It's also wonderful if you are planning to have kiddos attend your special day. Parents can still be included and hear what's going on, while having their own private space off to the sides. 123% recommend the photo box! It's like having an additional photographer and you get the link to all the pictures a few days later. The quality of them is fantastic. Also, the extra lounge area by the dance floor is such a fun space for people who need a quick break or want to feel involved but aren't the biggest dancing fans. Truly a magical experience. Reviewed on 18-10-2023
Sarah Curran(other)5 out of 5 Rating
We were absolutely blown away by the venue itself and more importantly the staff at Leona Road. The venue comes with a day-of coordinator and a team of people who help with the planning process every step of the way. The team is so friendly and efficient and they think of EVERYTHING. They asked so many great questions during meetings and handled all of the small details. We had the calmest day for our wedding because we knew they were in control. Colleen was our day-of coordinator and she was so pleasant and wonderful to work with. The space itself is gorgeous and massive - there is an outdoor terrace to use for cocktail hour and you can bring games for people to play, and the bridal suite was one of the biggest I've toured (it had 4 mirrors and a bathroom inside of it!). I had so many people come up to me throughout the night and say how beautiful it was. All of my vendors loved the space, too! Reviewed on 10-10-2023
Megan Zielinski(other)5 out of 5 Rating
I cannot recommend Leona Road enough!!! It's clear to see from any photograph that the venue itself is stunning. Minimal decorations are needed since the space is so beautiful on its own. Because the owners were previously wedding photographers, they really thought of every detail - lots of natural light, a nice flow from ceremony to cocktail hour to reception, a cute bridal suite, plenty of soft seating, the personalization of the sign out front, etc. What really sets this venue apart is the staff. Their knowledge and expertise with respect to all things wedding is incredible. Not to mention they are super helpful and friendly. From our design meetings with Abby (shoutout - she's amazing), to vendor recommendations, to answering my millions of questions via email between meetings, and all of the staff involved day-of (special thanks to our day-of coordinator, Colleen who is also a rockstar), everything was PERFECT. From a bride who planned the wedding in 6 months, I was sooo appreciative of all their support along the way!My only \"complaints\" are that I wish there was a groom's suite at the venue and our timeline was a little rushed at the end of the night (they ended all the festivities ~15 mins early, which isn't much but we were having the time of our lives and wanted to soak up every last second!).Also, book the photo booth!! You will not find one that looks as cool and they provide you with ALL of the images from the night. We had so much fun seeing our guests photo booth pictures for a different perspective on the night.This venue is definitely worth the investment :) Reviewed on 10-09-2023
Candise Watts(other)5 out of 5 Rating
Our Daughters wedding was 8/12/2023, everything about Leona Road's staff & venue was \"PERFECT\". The venue itself is beautiful, the Staff were professional & extremely helpful, we didn't have to worry about anything. The bartenders were so pleasant, the food & cake was delicious, and everything ran smoothly, such a relief on a very important occasion. Joe & Shelby McCumber, and both the families are so grateful for going above and beyond to make their special day AMAZING! Reviewed on 17-08-2023
Morgan Haskins(other)5 out of 5 Rating
We just had our wedding here on 7/8 and had THE BEST time. The staff at Leona is top notch and they make everything literally so easy. If you're looking for a Grand Rapids venue, please check them out - all of our guests are still raving about how cool it was that we got married in an old school. Reviewed on 19-07-2023
Terrianna G(other)5 out of 5 Rating
Our Wedding was 6/25/23!!BEST DAY EVER!! The venue was the perfect space for the amount of guests we had. Full layout was given my lovely day of coordinator COLLEEN was a god send I loved every second of my day & to have her right there helping me along the way was just the cherry on top. I’ll love her forever for that. Booked this venue 2 years in advance. Leona Road was still fairly new when we booked only coaching moments for the team I would say is to have a more inclusive list of preferred caterers. (which worked out in my favor) I actually found an outside caterer KJ Catering in GR, MI. Kathie at this company was bomb even got them added to the preferred list.Communication was a bit tough in the beginning as the only way to get in contact with someone was email which had a few days of turnaround before a response. Which is expected due to their weekends being busy with events. 10/10 definitely worth every penny ! Reviewed on 04-07-2023
Elizabeth Olson(other)5 out of 5 Rating
The staff at Leona is absolutely amazing and made our day entirely stress free. Staff is always so sweet and helpful. Venue itself is gorgeous. Reviewed on 19-06-2023
Me and my new husband Matty are obsessed with Colleen! She was the greatest day of coordinator. The whole staff helped set up the space and worked with all the vendors so gracefully. She made sure to check in with us throughout the planning process and the day off. Everything was magical and where were in such good hands! I will forever brag about the quality of the venue and the staff that takes the places to the next level. The bridal suite made the getting ready process stress free. There was plenty of room for all the hair and makeup team, and the bridal party! Go see the venue, meet the staff and fall in love. It’s literally perfect! Reviewed on 27-04-2023
Kali Eddy(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 26-02-2023 We had an INCREDIBLE experience having our wedding at Leona Road. The entire process was great, from planning and corresponding about details in the months before, to the space itself, and the help of the staff on our wedding day. The space is stunning. The staff is really nice and good and what they do. The photo booth and dance floor were super fun for everyone. We weren't stressed about anything on our wedding day, because it was such a positive experience and environment. We highly recommend Leona Road! Reviewed on 14-03-2023
Nicklas Garber(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 24-02-2023 This place was amazing! They helped us with so much, making sure everything was just the way we pictured it! Can’t imagine having a wedding anywhere else! Reviewed on 01-03-2023
Mike Barker(other)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 17-12-2022 All around fantastic experience. Beautiful venue, great location, plenty of parking. And most importantly they have amazing people working for them at every stage. Sincerely could not be happier with their level of care and attention to detail. Reviewed on 09-01-2023
Sarah Miller(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 04-12-2022 We recently used this venue for our 12/4/22 wedding and it was absolutely perfect!! The venue itself is so gorgeous and the staff was wonderful! We had Sarah as our day of coordinator and she was awesome! I was not as put together of a bride as I had wanted to be with my decorations but she took everything I had brought and made my wedding vision come to life! Also she was just super kind and friendly and I felt completely confident that she was taking care of everything day of along with my mistress of ceremonies.I would highly recommend this venue and staff! Reviewed on 10-12-2022
Taylor S(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 26-11-2022 The best venue ever! They were there to help from start to finish and I could not be more happy with how our day turned out. Reviewed on 05-12-2022
Brittany Buday(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 17-09-2022 I could not recommend this venue enough - it is stunning, modern and very spacious. The entire staff at Leona Road was AMAZING to work with for our wedding in September 2022. I loved how organized they made the planning process and how quickly they responded to my questions via email. Special shout out to Abby who was a huge help the day of the wedding! Reviewed on 04-12-2022
Meghan Koster(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 05-11-2022 We selected Leona Rd for our November 2022 wedding and we couldn't be more happy with our choice. The venue lost power 10 minutes before our ceremony and the staff went ABOVE & BEYOND to ensure our day was still perfect. Their team had generators at the venue within 30 minutes to get us back up and running. Although the full power never came back on, the staff went out of their way to get extra candles to bring a little light back into the space and make it feel extra romantic. They were so sweet throughout the entire day even with the unexpected power outage. We HIGHLY recommend Leona Rd and their team - best in Grand Rapids! Reviewed on 26-11-2022
Sydney Gardella Dely(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 28-10-2022 Insanely beautiful venue with EXCELLENT staff service. We were looking for a venue with a clean, elegant, mid-century modern vibe with plenty of natural lighting and day-of coordination and Leona Rd. did not disappoint! The price is WELL worth it-- staff Colleen coordinated our wedding day and she did an excellent job putting together those finishing touches to tailor the space to exactly what we wanted. Thank you Leona Rd. for creating such a beautiful space for our wedding day! Reviewed on 14-11-2022
Chloe Parry(bride)5 out of 5 Rating
This venue is AMAZING!!!!The venue is so beautiful, and you really can make any vision come to life within the space. The staff was also INCREDIBLE! They were consistent with communication and took the lead throughout the whole planning process and the day of the wedding. They helped bring my aesthetic vision to life and I am in awe of how beautiful everything turned out. 10/10 recommend! :) Reviewed on 03-11-2022
Arielle LaHaye(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 14-10-2022 We LOVED Leona Road and all of the event staff at Leona Road. The owners thought of literally everything! Best venue in GR for sure. Our guests have not stopped talking about how great of a set up it is. My husband and I would book Leona 10x over! Thank you specifically to Colleen who was there with us all day helping us set up, she's the best! Reviewed on 01-11-2022
Shadman R(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 23-10-2022 By far the most modern venue with the most friendly and helpful staff in West Michigan. Carmen of Leona Rd. was an amazing help! Reviewed on 01-11-2022
Paul Sapp(other)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 11-10-2022 The staff at Leona Road are great to work with. Planning for our annual luncheon was seamless. The venue is stunningly beautiful with the added feature of ample windows making the space feel even more open and inviting. Have no hesitations in recommending Leona Road for corporate events. Reviewed on 12-10-2022
Marjorie Behm(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 16-09-2022 We hosted our wedding reception at Leona Road and had an incredible experience! Our coordinator, Carmen, was absolutely fantastic and the process from start to finish was flawless. The venue is so unique, absolutely stunning, and really fit our vibe. We couldn’t be happier with the whole experience and would recommend Leona Road 100%!!! Reviewed on 24-09-2022
Rachel McInerney(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 10-09-2022 Colleen was so accommodating and had great communication. We got MULTIPLE compliments on the lighting, size and overall vibe of the venue. Amazing spots for golden hour pictures. Never a line at the bar. Can’t say enough good things about this place. BOOK NOW. Reviewed on 15-09-2022
Breanna Vanlaan(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 26-08-2022 This wedding venue could not have been more perfect! From start to finish (including after our event was over!) they had such fast and open communication. The venue is absolutely STUNNING and all of our guests said it was the best wedding venue they had ever seen! Can not recommend this place enough. Reviewed on 13-09-2022
Jeff Haus(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 27-08-2022 We were new to the western Michigan area and were reviewing every possible venue within driving distance. Leona Rd was the newest space and was still under construction by the time we booked. We were drawn to their vision, modern, cool, fun, incorporating old school style in a beautiful historic building. The owners have been in the industry for decades. Everything at the venue has a purpose. Their staff was amazing: quick and easy to reach, kind, supportive throughout the whole day. They have a great list of vendors who they trust and work with. If you have any questions leading up to the day or on the day of the wedding, they were happy to make things work or find solutions. All of our vendors absolutely loved this space. Our guests have continued to talk about it. The dance floor is nice and big. There is plenty of space for different friends or family members to either dance or find a quiet corner. We utilized every inch of the ceremony and reception area. It was the perfect place for us and couldn’t have asked for anything more. Thank you!!! Reviewed on 06-09-2022
Wendy Forrest(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 27-08-2022 The team at Leona Road could not have made the day more perfect for us and our guests. Every detail was phenomenal. The passion of the owners and team is evident in every way; the space is truly a one-of-a-kind work of art. If you’re thinking of getting married in this venue…DO IT! Reviewed on 31-08-2022
Amy Fox(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 18-06-2022 We had an unforgettable day and an exceptional experience planning our wedding at Leona Road. This team is so talented, design focused and customer oriented. They helped with so many aesthetic decisions and we felt like we were in excellent hands. Everything turned out so beautifully! There were so many moments when it really felt like they had thought of everything, these guys are total pros.We live out of state and they were exceptionally helpful and accommodating throughout the entire process, especially making sure everything was ADA accessible. Communication was clear and consistent even in a historically very busy wedding year. I cant say enough nice things about Ben, Mandy and the entire staff! Thank you for all the hard work to make our day so special and lovely! What a dream ✨ Reviewed on 29-08-2022
Erin H(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 11-06-2022 We were the first couple to book at Leona Road and have been looking forward to our big day ever since. We just had the most incredible day all thanks to Leona and their crew! We had quite a lot on our wish list for a venue. A unique space, modern with a history, separated ceremony and reception, with plenty of space for our guests. Leona Road checked every box on that list and more! When we say it was the perfect venue we truly mean it. Our venue coordinator handled everything from setup to tear down to everything in between. You won't be disappointed booking Leona Road! It was by far the best day of our lives! Reviewed on 15-06-2022
Emma Mannes(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 02-04-2022 We had our wedding reception at Leona a few weeks ago and could not say enough good things about the venue! The building itself is incredible! Everything is so well thought out and it is designed beautifully. Our guests (and ourselves) loved the size of it! We had the Photo Booth which turned out to be a hit. They also sent us a link to all of the pictures after the wedding so we could see them as well! The team at Leona was great. They answered all of our questions prior to wedding day and were very helpful. Our favorite part was that they set up and tore down all of our decor. It was so nice not having to set up or take down a single thing the day of! We definitely recommend (: Reviewed on 18-04-2022
Krissy Pittman(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 22-01-2022 Leona Rd was wonderful! The venue is beautiful and the staff are so great to work with! Reviewed on 06-02-2022
Tori Garland(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 02-01-2022 Our journey to find a wedding venue was a bit stressful, but once we found Leona Road it became so smooth. This place is the best. First, it’s beautiful and very accommodating to any color scheme that you want to have. It’s such a great backdrop. Second, it’s so spacious it allows your guests to spread out and not feel crowded. And third, the staff was great to work with! Very flexible and super helpful. We were so happy with this venue for our wedding day! Reviewed on 20-01-2022
Katie Guest(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 18-12-2021 We couldn't have been happier with our wedding reception! Starting with the planning process, the staff was very communicative and helpful in putting our event together. They also took care of the majority of the setting up and tearing down so that all we needed to do was relax and enjoy on the wedding day. The venue is extremely spacious, open, and bright with lots of cozy areas for people to spread out. All of our guests couldn't say enough about how helpful and friendly the staff was and how beautiful, roomy, and unique the space was. Reviewed on 29-12-2021
Emma Paquet(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 04-12-2021 We are so grateful to have had the joy of having our wedding reception at Leona Rd! The entire staff was professional, hard working, fun, and went above and beyond for us. Communication was clear, organized, and speedy. Because of how hands-on their staff is, we (and our families) were able to completely relax and soak up each meaningful moment of the day. The space is absolutely stunning, open, and perfectly set up for accommodating every guest. We got so many compliments on the venue and kindness of the staff. It was truly a gift to work with Leona Rd and we highly recommend choosing them for your big day, you will be SO thankful you did! :) Reviewed on 15-12-2021