Over the next few minutes we will be sharing how to plan a wedding in Indianapolis in full detail. Our main goal is to save you some time and maybe even a little money.
To get the ball rolling there will be a list of local wedding and reception venues. For some the church they went to as a kid will be the obvious place to get married while others may prefer to have their ceremony and/or reception at a different venue and either way you aren’t lacking for options.
Contents
- 1 Indianapolis Wedding & Reception Venues
- 2 Bridal Shops
- 3 Where To Get Your Invitations
- 4 Choosing The Right Florist
- 5 Wedding Photographers & Videographers
- 6 Bands & DJ’s
- 7 Hair & Makeup Stylists
- 8 Tuxedo Rentals
- 9 Where To Buy Your Wedding Cake
- 10 Caterers
- 11 Your Rehearsal Dinner
- 12 Local Wedding Planners
- 13 Good Luck Planning Your Wedding In Indianapolis
The best bridal shops to buy a dress near you along with many of the other things you will need will follow that up. Then we will get into shops that sell wedding invitations, florists, photographers, videographers, bands, and DJ’s.
After they have all been covered we will pivot to the top wedding hair and makeup stylists and shops to rent a tuxedo because everyone needs to look great on your special day. The food will begin to close this out as it will be time to read about where to buy wedding cakes, caterers, and some great restaurants for hosting a rehearsal dinner.
Finally, the best wedding planners in Indianapolis will get a shout out because we know some may be feeling overwhelmed and may want to just hand this all off to someone else. Often times wedding planners in your area will have different packages available ranging from a little bit of assistance all the way up to full planning so you can choose to get as much help as you need.
To make things a little easier on you there will be a map towards the conclusion that has all of the various venues pinned on it so that you can figure out which is the most convenient for you to visit. By the way, all of our city guides for this region are available at this link if you are curious what is going on in nearby towns.
Indianapolis Wedding & Reception Venues
Picking the right wedding and reception venue in Indianapolis might be the most important decision you will make:
- The Cyrus Place at 237 N East St
- Biltwell Event Center at 950 S White River Pkwy Dr W
- Indianapolis Artsgarden at 110 W Washington St
- Tinker House Events at 1101 E 16th St
- Laurel Hall at 5395 Emerson Way
- Canal 337 at 337 W 11th St
- The Willows Event Center at 6729 Westfield Blvd
- Indiana Roof Ballroom at 140 W Washington St
- Black Iris Estate at 5801 E 116th St, Carmel
- The Historic Ambassador House & Heritage Gardens at 10598 Eller Rd, Fishers
- The Crystal Coop Reception & Event Center at 3400 W 53rd St, Anderson
- Mill Top Banquet & Conference Center at 802 Mulberry St, Noblesville
- The Palomino at 481 S 1200 E, Zionsville
The Cyrus Place offers full size wedding ceremony and reception packages near you that may accommodate up to 200 guests.
You can find multiple rooms and an outdoor venue at Biltwell Event Center.
200 seated or 230 standing guests may attend a local wedding at Tinker House Events.
200 people can be accommodated for weddings at Laurel Hall.
For spectacular wedding ceremonies and receptions in Indianapolis The Willows offers exquisite ballroom and banquet facilities, lakeside scenery, and waterfront gardens as their venue can host any event with a capacity of 50 to 1,500 persons.
The Indiana Roof Ballroom can host events with up to 1,500 attendees.
Black Iris Estate spans over 13 acres which includes The Mansion, The Gardens, and The Willow Chapel offering a variety of exquisite venues for weddings in Carmel. The Gardens in particular provide an ideal setting for outdoor ceremonies.
From April to October the outdoor garden at the Historic Ambassador House and Heritage Gardens in Fishers can accommodate 225 guests.
With a capacity for 225 guests in Anderson the rustic-yet-elegant Crystal Coop event venue serves as the perfect location for celebrations as well as indoor and outdoor wedding ceremonies in your area.
There are several rooms at the Mill Top Banquet & Conference Center in Noblesville that can hold up to 350 people.
Bridal Shops
The best bridal shops near you are where to buy your dress and many of the other important items you will need:
- Marie Gabriel Couture Bridal at 5252 E 82nd St #201
- Sophia’s Bridal & Tux at 2025 E Southport Rd #A
- Luxe Redux Bridal Boutique at 1101 E 54th St #A
- Brides by Young at 5252 E 82nd St #202
- Gretchen’s Bridal Gallery at 5447 E 82nd St
- The Wedding Studio at 14550 Clay Terrace Blvd #125, Carmel
- Blue House Bridal at 31 S Rangeline Rd, Carmel
- Finery Bridal Boutique at 11500 Lantern Rd, Fishers
- Cupid Couture at 15860 Symphony Blvd, Noblesville
- Brick Street Bridal at 40 N Main St, Zionsville
Where To Get Your Invitations
For invitations and envelopes we suggest you get in touch with:
- Media Plus Carlson Craft Invitations at 8483 Treeline Dr B
- InterPrintations at 10630 E County Rd 750 N
- PSR Designs of Indiana at 4730 W 72nd St
- Oliver’s Twist at Veteran’s Way, 800 S Rangeline Rd #255, Carmel
- Jam Printing at 1200 Meridian St, Anderson
- The Lettering Grove
Choosing The Right Florist
These florists will make sure a wedding and reception in your area are ready for the Gram:
- Steve’s Flowers & Gifts at 3150 E Thompson Rd
- George Thomas Florist at 5609 E Washington St
- Posh Petals at 1134 E 54th St A
- Eagledale Florist at 3615 W 30th St
- Post Road English Garden at 1105 N Post Rd
- Gillespie Florists & Flower Delivery at 9255 W 10th St
- Flower Boys at 702 Lexington Ave
- Oberer’s Flowers at 12761 Old Meridian St, Carmel
- Blue Blossom at 11722 Allisonville Rd #287, Fishers
- Flowers By Mary Jane at 2833 Madison Ave, Anderson
- Hittle Floral Design at 17707 Sun Park Dr, Westfield
- Blooms By Dragonfly at 176 S Main St, Zionsville
Wedding Photographers & Videographers
To get it all documented hire one of these local wedding photographers and videographers:
- Roxana Snedeker Photography
- Stacy Able Photography
- Danielle Harris Photography
- Larry Gindhart Photography
- Rebecca Shehorn Photography
- CLyon Productions
- Tache Productions
- Clay House Photography
- Brian McGuckin Photography
- Kirsten Wray Photography
- Matthew Doudt Photography
- Capture Hour Productions
- Shelby Jane Photography
Bands & DJ’s
Booking the right band or DJ will make sure the after party is lit:
- Endless Summer Band
- Living Proof
- My Yellow Rickshaw
- Lights Out Entertainment
- Wedding DJs of Indiana
- FM Entertainment
- Indy DJ Connect
- DJ Connection
- The Bishops
- Q It Up Sounds & Entertainment
- DJ Dr. Dance
- Synthesis Entertainment
- The Bigger Is Better Band
Hair & Makeup Stylists
Obviously you will want to look your best and the top wedding hair and makeup stylists near you can make sure that you will:
- Kathryn’s Bridal Bar at 740 E North St #3 & 4
- J.Marie Professional Makeup Artistry at 6119 Allisonville Rd
- Dani Marie Skin & Makeup at 77 S Girls School Rd #105
- Tyler-Mason Salon-Spa at 9004 W 10th St
- Salon 360 at 3135 E Thompson Rd
- Fiore Hair Salon at 4825 E 96th St #600
- Hello Gorgeous at 6539 Carrollton Ave
- Detour Salon & Style at 1816 E 53rd St, Anderson
- Blown Away Hair Salon at 17219 Mercantile Blvd, Noblesville
- Revive Salon & Spa Studio at 16095 Prosperity Dr #400, Noblesville
- Collective Beauty Salon & Spa at 380 E Main St, Westfield
- Studio 58 By Christopher Michael at 90 Brendon Way, Zionsville
- Makeup by Melanie
Tuxedo Rentals
Don’t forget about the tuxedo for the groom and groomsmen:
- Louie’s Tux Shop at 6020 E 82nd St
- Formally Modern Tuxedo at 3933 E 82nd St
- A.Mina Fine Clothier & Tailors at 111 Monument Cir
- Jos A. Bank at 8487 Union Chapel Rd #500
- Men’s Wearhouse at 5868 E 82nd St
- Jim’s Formal Wear at 3028 IN-32, Anderson
Where To Buy Your Wedding Cake
Some of the best wedding cakes in Indianapolis are available at:
- Sweet Escape Cake Company at 7745 S Meridian St
- Taylor’s Bakery at 6216 Allisonville Rd
- Kim’s Kakery, Bakery & Café at 5452 Madison Ave
- Princess Confections Bakery at 10609 E Washington St #F
- The Flying Cupcake at 423 Massachusetts Ave
- Gallery Pastry Shop at 4573 N College Ave
- The Cake Bake Shop at 6515 Carrollton Ave
- Classic Cakes at 1752 E 116th St, Carmel
- Busy Moms Can Bake at 1275 Division St, Noblesville
- Confectioneiress Cupcakes & Sweets at 80 Brendon Way, Zionsville
Caterers
You will be the star of the show but these caterers will have the food on point as well:
- Nameless Catering
- Thomas Caterers of Distinction
- A Cut Above Catering
- Sweet & Savory Catering
- Indy Fresh Catering
- Kahn’s Catering
- Mills Catering
- Indy Anna’s Catering
- Simply Served Catering
Your Rehearsal Dinner
Have a great rehearsal dinner at:
- The Rathskeller at 401 E Michigan St
- Mesh at 725 Massachusetts Ave
- Tavern On South at 423 W South St
- Harry & Izzy’s at 153 S Illinois St
- Union 50 at 620 N East St
- Spoke & Steele at 123 Illinois St
- LouVino at 530 Massachusetts Ave #140
- Matt the Miller’s Tavern at 11 City Center Dr, Carmel
- Peterson’s at 7690 E 96th St, Fishers
- Stone Creek Dining at 13904 Town Center Blvd #900, Noblesville
- The Italian House on Park at 219 Park St, Westfield
- Cobblestone at 160 S Main St, Zionsville
Local Wedding Planners
Get a little help or have someone do all of this for you by contacting one of the best wedding planners in your area:
- Blue Llama Events at 55 Monument Cir #720
- Creating Joyful Moments at 6900 Gray Rd
- Emily Ventura Designs at 1414 E 49th St
- Royal Weddings & Events at 1602 S East St
- Ritz Charles at 12156 N Meridian St, Carmel
- Mon Amie Events at 16831 Gaither Blvd, Westfield
- Plum & Poppy Weddings at 8556 E 300 S, Zionsville
- Jessica Dum Wedding Coordination
- Lori Anne Weddings & Events
- It’s Kee Events
- London Bloom Weddings & Events
Just so you know we have also written about:
- Wedding Photographers & Planners In Cincinnati
- Wedding Photographers & Planners In St Louis
- Wedding Photographers & Planners In Chicago
- Wedding Photographers & Planners In Detroit
Good Luck Planning Your Wedding In Indianapolis
Well guys, that is all we have for now but we bet you feel a lot more confident about planning a wedding near you. We tried to cover it all from wedding and reception venues, bridal shops, invitations, florists, photographers, videographers, bands, DJ’s, hair and makeup stylists, tuxedo rentals, caterers, the cake, and of course some good restaurants for a rehearsal dinner in your area.
Some of the best local wedding planners were also mentioned if you want to go that route, or you can save some money and do a lot of this on your own. At this point you should be fully informed and ready to plan a great wedding in Indianapolis and we wish you the best of luck!