Journeyman Distillery (Three Oaks, Mi & Valpo, IN)

All-inclusive venue

The venue takes care of it all - food and beverage, rentals, the works!

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $5,000 for off-peak dates, and $12,000 for peak dates

Packages

Catering services pricing

$97 per person for off-peak dates, with a minimum total spend of $5,000

Guest capacity

Up to 400 seated guests

About this venue

The historic Featherbone Factory was established by E.K. Warren in 1883. An ardent prohibitionist, Warren revolutionized the manufacturing of ladies’ corsets and buggy whips. Just 5 miles from I-94, Journeyman is located in the quaint village of Three Oaks—the heart of Michigan’s Harbor Country. Located 75 miles east from Chicago, 30 miles west of South Bend, and 70 miles south of Kalamazoo, our one-of-a-kind distillery includes a full-service restaurant, gorgeous event spaces, lodging for up to 20 guests, and a 30,000-square-foot putting green.

Seated guest capacity

  • 20-400

Venue type

  • Industrial Spaces
  • Vineyards, Wineries

Venue setting

  • Indoor
  • Outdoor
109 Generation Dr # 3, Three Oaks, MI 49128

Our event spaces

Warren Hall

The space blends a traditional rustic feel with modern amenities.

The 8,000-square-foot space features a seated capacity of 500 and standing capacity of 600, allowing it to accommodate events of all sizes. The reclaimed wood floor evokes the feel of the original Featherbone Factory floors. Our 93” tall windows line the walls, showering the room with natural light, that offers spectacular sunset views. A custom 18 foot bar is a true show-stopper.

Guest capacity

Up to 400 Seated

Up to 600 Standing

Square footage

8,000

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

The Still Room

The space has a large gallery glass wall that gives a full view of Tassy, our first Still, that has been used to craft our organic spirits since 2010.

Salvaged wood joists from the Featherbone Factory were used to craft our Viking table, a large 20-person banquet dining table, and is included with the rental of the space, as well as additional seating for up to 100 guests as needed. This charming, intimate space includes private access to our outdoor patio.

Guest capacity

Up to 100 Seated

Up to 125 Standing

Ideal for

Other, Cocktail hour, Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

The Grainery

The room has a wonderful view of our beautiful Kothe distilling equipment and production facility two stories down.

This space offers an incredible, unparalleled view, along with a gorgeous copper bar top, 93″ tall windows, and the building’s original freight elevator shaft. The Grainery is a unique space that is perfect for parties, wedding receptions, corporate events, holiday gatherings, and more.

Guest capacity

Up to 150 Seated

Up to 250 Standing

Ideal for

Other, Cocktail hour, Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Warren Hall

The space blends a traditional rustic feel with modern amenities.

The 8,000-square-foot space features a seated capacity of 500 and standing capacity of 600, allowing it to accommodate events of all sizes. The reclaimed wood floor evokes the feel of the original Featherbone Factory floors. Our 93” tall windows line the walls, showering the room with natural light, that offers spectacular sunset views. A custom 18 foot bar is a true show-stopper.

Guest capacity

Up to 400 Seated

Up to 600 Standing

Square footage

8,000

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Journeyman Distillery (Three Oaks, Mi & Valpo, IN) packages

LAKE MICHIGAN

20-400 guests

Peak pricing $127

Off-peak pricing $127

Description

4 appetizers passed, plated salad, choice of 3 pleated entrees + each includes 2 sides, 1 late night snack, 6-hour open bar

What’s included
  • DISTILLER’S BAR | 30-MINUTE TASTING
  • BARREL RESERVE | 15-GALLON BARREL
  • MINI SPIRIT BOTTLES | (1) 50ML
  • Access to space at 9am
  • Linen napkins
  • Tables, chairs, glassware, flatware

LAKE SUPERIOR

25-400 guests

Peak pricing $117

Off-peak pricing $117

Description

4 appetizers passed, plated salad, choice of 3 pleated entrees + each includes 2 sides, 1 late night snack, 5-hour open bar

What’s included
  • BARREL RESERVE | 5-GALLON BARREL
  • MINI SPIRIT BOTTLE | (1) 50ML
  • Access to space at 9am
  • Linen napkins
  • Tables, chairs, glassware, flatware

LAKE HURON

20-400 guests

Peak pricing $97

Off-peak pricing $97

Description

2 appetizers passed, plated salad, choice of 3 pleated entrees + each includes 2 sides, 4-hour open bar

What’s included
  • Access to space at 9am
  • Linen napkin
  • Tables, chairs, glassware, flatware

Available services that can be provided by Journeyman Distillery (Three Oaks, Mi & Valpo, IN)

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Catering services
  • Clean up
  • Dance floor
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event coordinator
  • Event rentals
  • Event staff
  • On-site accommodations
  • Service staff
  • Set up
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

Transportation & access

  • Self parking - free

Reviews

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4.3 out of 5

4 reviews

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  • Wedding

    •Verified review
    •Kendall J.•Jan 1, 2025

    Journeyman Distillery was a wonderful choice for our wedding venue. Their communication throughout the planning process was excellent - they were always prompt, effective, and helpful in addressing any questions or concerns we had. On the day of our wedding, the Journeyman team made sure we had everything we needed and guided us through multiple walk-throughs to ensure everything ran smoothly. The venue itself was beautifully put together, thoughtfully designed, and exceptionally clean. From our family and friends to the vendors and the Journeyman staff, everyone came together to make our special day truly unforgettable. We couldn't have asked for a more perfect wedding experience.

  • Great experience and great photos

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    •Scott R.•Dec 31, 2024

    We had a great experience with our photographer and videographer. They took time to capture the scenes that we wanted as well as provided a lot of recommendation for additional scenes that'd look good and help contribute to our memories of the day. We ended up with tons and tons of great photos! Thanks again!

  • Need to Work Out the Kinks

    •Verified review
    •Heirloom Event C.•Oct 23, 2024

    As the month-of wedding coordinator for a couple getting married at The Journeyman this summer, I found myself needing to advocate for my clients more than ever. Unfortunately, the experience was met with challenges that detracted from what should have been a joyful occasion. From the start, the venue's last-minute changes created significant hurdles. Despite the couple's investment in a rental fee, bar package, and dinner package, there was a push to charge for the bridal suite, which would have remained locked and unused during the reception. This was particularly disappointing, given that they were initially sold on the beautiful Journeyman in Three Oaks, Michigan. The Valparaiso location did not live up to those expectations, and the couple faced several restrictions that were not communicated prior to signing the contract. Some of the issues included limitations on floral arrangements, the absence of chandeliers (available only in Three Oaks), and restrictions regarding external food service refrigeration. These factors made coordinating with external vendors quite challenging. Just four months before the wedding, the couple was informed they would need to spend additional money on chairs for the ceremony—something that should have been addressed earlier in the planning process. Moreover, changes to the rehearsal dinner due to staffing issues led to broken promises. Instead of feeling like an all-inclusive wedding venue, The Journeyman began to feel like it was nickel-and-diming every aspect of the event. Compounding these issues, we were informed just weeks before the wedding that guests might need to pay for parking due to the Popcorn Festival occurring the same weekend, despite this being known at the time of signing. To add to the frustration, the couple was charged for extra tables during the cocktail hour—an item that should have been offered free of charge, especially considering their significant expenditures. On the day of the wedding, while the couple had a wonderful experience—and has beautiful photos to showcase just that—there were a few significant hiccups. While the food and beverage was great and lived up to their expectations from the tasting, they were informed that some guests reported moldy bread at their tables, and a few did not receive salads at all. Additionally, dinner service started 20 minutes late, which pushed our timeline back and resulted in extra overtime charges for some of the contracted vendors. To top it off, a staff member boxed up the couple’s cupcakes for them to take home, but they never received them. Several guests who asked to take cupcakes at the end of the night were also denied by staff. At the end of the day, that is money out of my client's pockets that they don't get back While the couple ultimately had a good experience on their wedding day, these points have stuck with us throughout all steps of the process. I believe it’s essential to highlight these concerns to ensure future couples do not face similar challenges.

  • Great venue

    •Verified review
    •Eileen O.•Oct 5, 2024

    We had a wonderful wedding at Journeyman in Valparaiso, IN. The East room space was beautifully decorated and was exactly what we wanted for our big day! Lenore and the team were extremely helpful throughout the process, ensuring our vision was brought to life. We received many compliments on the food, drinks and overall space. As a newer property Journeyman is growing into a popular spot and creating a brand for themselves similar to their Michigan location. Patience, communication and flexibility went both ways and at the end of the night - we couldn’t have imagined a more perfect day. Thank you!

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