The Crane Bay Event Center

All-inclusive venue

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

Guest capacity

Up to 650 seated guests

About this venue

The Crane Bay Event Center is Indianapolis’ premier modern events and wedding venue conveniently located next to Lucas Oil Stadium. A versatile interior allows for customizable floor plans and imaginative designs, while our spacious outdoor patios offer private views of the downtown skyline. Four versatile bays, modular bars, and lounge furniture, distinctive uplighting, two patios, and a curtaining system all allow for complete customization of the space for groups from 150 to 1,500 attendees. What started as the home of the Super Bowl XLVI Rolling Stones Magazine party in 2012 has become one of the city’s premier venues for upscale events. Paired with Crystal Signature Events' thoughtful cuisine, inspired cocktails, expert team of event professionals, and unmatched service, The Crane Bay makes every event one of a kind.

Seated guest capacity

  • 35-650

Venue type

  • Ballrooms, Banquet Halls
  • Industrial Spaces

Venue setting

  • Covered Outdoor
  • Indoor
  • Outdoor
551 W Merrill St, Indianapolis, IN 46225

Our event spaces

The High Bay

Grand and smaller wedding gatherings will enjoy the unconfining open space of this banquet hall that allows for both intimacy and freedom to move. Couples and guests will truly enjoy such an impressive space that allows you to decorate it with your personal expression. LED illuminated columns may change to your designated color to match your wedding theme.

Guest capacity

Up to 450 Seated

Up to 550 Standing

Square footage

6,050

The Patio

The outdoor patio is a wonderful option that offers couples views of the stunning downtown Indianapolis skyline as a fantastic backdrop.

Guest capacity

Up to 170 Seated

Up to 200 Standing

Square footage

2,400

The High Bay

Grand and smaller wedding gatherings will enjoy the unconfining open space of this banquet hall that allows for both intimacy and freedom to move. Couples and guests will truly enjoy such an impressive space that allows you to decorate it with your personal expression. LED illuminated columns may change to your designated color to match your wedding theme.

Guest capacity

Up to 450 Seated

Up to 550 Standing

Square footage

6,050

Available services that can be provided by The Crane Bay Event Center

Services & amenities

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

Transportation & access

  • Self parking - free
  • Self parking - paid
  • Wheelchair accessible

Rentals

  • Barware
  • Chiavari Chairs
  • China
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Lighting
  • Linens
  • Sound / AV
  • Standard Chairs

Reviews

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  • Absolutely Loved This Venue

    •Verified review
    •Markara A.•Mar 29, 2023

    We had our wedding here on 3-26-23 and it was the greatest experience! From the very beginning working with our event coordinator, Amy, all the way to the actual ceremony/reception. The open floor plan allows maximum creativity to bring your vision to life! Would definitely recommend The Crane Bay!

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