Welcome!
The Gathering LLC

1058 Lincoln Rd.

Allegan, MI 49010
We recently renovated a 54’ x 19’ attached space in the barn that we originally used for storage space. We added 3 sliding barn doors with a 34’ opening for fresh air to come in the main part of the barn. We also just added an outdoor 34’ patio. The barn originally was built in 1850. It was turned into a golf course/restaurant in 1925. It closed in 2010. We purchased the property in 2015 and started renovations. We opened in 2016.
Rates for 2024 & 2025
Fridays $4,395Â
Saturdays $4,995
Included:
* Rental time is from 10 AM - 11 PM plus time to pack up after
* There is no extra charge for your ceremony and no event insurance needed
* We are open mid April through the 3rd weekend in November.
* For Friday events, you may decorate for 2 hours on Thursday afternoon, then rehearsals
* We have heat in the barn.
* Number of guests are 225 people including the wedding party
* Handmade Amish tables and chairs
* You may bring in your own insured food caterer
* Pond with fountain
* 2 Dance floors
* Outdoor wedding chapel with bell tower and chapel windows.
* Large covered porch with fireplace to have appetizers on
* Paved parking lot
* Two indoor bathrooms with two stalls each
* Air-conditioned get-ready rooms
* Covered porch with gas fireplace
* Down payment is $1,500
* We are open mid April through the 3rd weekend in November
A one hour rehearsal is included or you may upgrade to a two hour rehearsal and use our rehearsal room. It is available to rent to bring in your own rehearsal dinner for up to 40 people.
If you choose to have alcohol, we only use one bartending company, The Liquor Cabinet. Anything unopened is refunded. You can reach them at liquorcabinetevents@gmail.com
Our son Brandon is a DJ and does about half of our weddings each year along with many other wedding venues. He is also the Central Michigan University DJ. Brandon mixes the music live on site with the best part of one song, to another song. You can reach Brandon at bookmeiste@gmail.com he would be happy to do your event at another location too. You may also gladly bring in your own DJ as well.
We are so very grateful for you considering our venue. If you would like to visit the venue or view some of our videos, please send your number and I will text you some.
Best wishes,

Phyllis Meiste
Jessie Marcano(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 19-11-2022 Findind this venue was a blessing. It was perfect for our intimate wedding and reception. A romantic, relaxed elegant and fun ambiance. Phillys, the owner was remarkable. We were impressed by her professionalism and warm service. She was a godsend when our wedding planner completely disappeared on us the month prior our wedding. I am grateful for Phyllis support, wisdom, grace and guidance. We could not have found a better venue and person to work with. We had a blizzard and the venue staff assisted with everything and cleared the paths since the planner did not bring any of her “team.” Our event was a success. The wedding photos are beautiful. Thank you, Phyllis and The Gathering LLC staff! Reviewed on 27-02-2023
Mary Rose(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 27-08-2022 The place was beautiful and it was great to be able to do the whole day in one spot! Absolutely the best choice! Reviewed on 06-09-2022
Makenzie McDonald(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 26-08-2022 this venue checked all my boxes. it was beautiful and a lot of photo opportunities. they have a rental package for on-site decorations which i felt was priced appropriately. phyllis was an awesome communicator and very sweet. if i could marry my husband again, i would choose this place over and over again here! Reviewed on 28-08-2022
Haley Rose(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 25-09-2021 Fantastic and beautiful venue, wonderful staff. Everything about the big day was perfect. THANK YOU to everyone at The Gathering for everything on our big day. Reviewed on 09-01-2022
Claire Dunbar(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 22-10-2021 This venue was beautiful and extremely accommodating. I can’t say enough about how helpful and kind they have been through the entire process. Before, during, and after, this venue was amazing. Our special day was PERFECT and we couldn’t have done it without them. Highly recommend this venue to any couple looking! Reviewed on 29-10-2021
Cassie Marquardt(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 16-10-2021 The Gathering LLC is an absolutely stunning venue!!! We saw many venues but none of them compared to this. Phyllis and her crew are all amazing and so kind. They are there to help the day of and days and even months beforehand. They have TONS of decorations you can rent for a decent price and the land is beautiful! I had so many guests tell me how gorgeous everything was and I couldn’t agree more! I’m so happy with our choice and I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND it to anyone looking for a beautiful and rustic setting. It’s absolutely perfect! :) Thank you all!!! Reviewed on 22-10-2021
Trish DeKilder(other)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 09-10-2021 My daughter got married here and it was wonderful. Phyllis was so easy to work with, she responded to me very quickly with every little question I had. Amy was great to work with the day of the wedding. Everything was beautiful. We got many compliments on a beautiful wedding at a gorgeous venue. We would highly recommend The Gathering. Reviewed on 16-10-2021
Alaina Clark(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 18-09-2021 I don’t even know where to start with this review besides WOW. I got married at The Gathering LLC and it was the best wedding planning decision I made. The Venue is gorgeous with sunsets that are breathtaking and make for amazing pictures. The giant white barn where the receptions take place is beautifully decorated with golden toned lights, chandeliers and beautifully made Amish tables. Guests were in awe with how gorgeous the venue is. Phyllis, Melanie, and Amy were a dream to work with and Amy made sure our wedding day happened with ease with absolutely no problems or hiccups. The ladies at the Gathering were professional, caring, kind and overall just amazing at making sure your wedding day with them is perfect. The most gorgeous venue with a team of women that make you feel like family. Thank you Phyllis for everything you have done to provide the most perfect venue to get married at! Reviewed on 07-10-2021
Kelsey Hanes(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 24-09-2021 For starters, Phyllis was amazing to work with! This venue has tons of beautiful decorations you can use for your special day, which is so nice. Everything was so clean and the barn is in beautiful shape. The bridal suite was perfect and was even attached to the women's bathroom which was so convenient! We would definitely recommend this venue! Reviewed on 01-10-2021
Caroline Svanda(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 07-08-2021 Phyllis was absolutely amazing to work with and we loved this venue for our wedding! The whole team was amazing and was great to work with, they were very flexible and answered all questions in a timely manner. We would definitely recommend this venue for people and are so thankful we were able to get married here! Reviewed on 08-08-2021
Elisabeth Potts(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 23-07-2021 Loved this venue, it is beautiful and the people are wonderful to work with! We loved our day there!! Reviewed on 02-08-2021
Avery Barry(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 02-07-2021 The Gathering is a gorgeous venue that has a lot to offer for a very reasonable price. The outdoor chapel is a perfect ceremony space. The barn is beautifully lit and decorated. We were concerned when we first booked the venue that no AC in the barn would be uncomfortable, but the fan system does an excellent job keeping the space cool. One of my favorite parts of booking the space was that for a reasonable additional fee, you can do an unlimited rental of the table and ceremony space decorations that the venue owns.The venue owner's son Brandon is also an excellent DJ. He knows the venue space very well and did an excellent job keeping the music flowing all night. I highly recommend booking him, especially if you book this venue. Reviewed on 13-07-2021
Riley Davis(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 25-06-2021 Wouldn’t have wanted my wedding to be anywhere else. I can’t say enough good words about this place. Phyllis and Amy were incredibly flexible while the weather was not ideal, and they truly made our day as special as it possibly could be. 5 stars doesn’t do justice. Reviewed on 28-06-2021
Lauren Mannes(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 04-06-2021 This venue was gorgeous and Phyllis did a wonderful job at being flexible and accommodating to us during COVID. She and her helpers did everything they could to help us and make us feel important throughout the whole process. We couldn’t be happier on the choice me made to go with The Gathering for our wedding venue- highly recommend!! Reviewed on 09-06-2021
Elizabeth Marriott(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 04-09-2020 This is the most beautiful wedding venue I have seen. They make everything so simple. Plus you can rent decor. It’s perfect. Reviewed on 09-09-2020