Frequently Asked Questions

Catered events start at $29 per person. Final quote depends on menu, guest count and date.

No separate venue fee for events catered by Iron Pig. Events have a food and beverage minimum based on date and guest count. Promoters and outside events: ask about venue rental.

When Iron Pig caters, there is no separate venue rental fee — instead, a food and beverage minimum applies by day and season: $5,000 on peak Saturdays (June–September), $3,000 on Fridays and Sundays (and May/October weekends), and $1,500 on weekdays (Monday–Thursday) and off-season dates (November–April).

Send us your date, guest count and event type on the inquiry form, and we'll reply with availability and a quote.

We reply to all inquiries within 24–48 hours.

Yes. Tours are available by appointment any day of the week. Request one on the inquiry form.

A deposit holds your date — full payment terms and schedule are included in your custom quote.

Corporate invoicing and W-9 documentation are available on request, and we accept company checks and major credit cards.

Yes: (989) 448-4222. The line goes to voicemail, so leave a voicemail or use the inquiry form.

The covered pavilion is about 8,700 sq ft (roughly 130 x 67 ft), with room for about 500 seated, and 1,000+ for concerts.

Three connected, fenced spaces: the covered open-air pavilion, the Iron Pig backyard patio and an open field behind the pavilion. See the spaces.

At least 20 x 15 ft, and it's wheelchair accessible with a ramp. There's also a smaller second stage in the backyard by the food truck.

We're across the street from Otsego Lake.

Yes. All three spaces are connected and fenced.

If it rains, ceremonies and outdoor activities on the backyard patio or fenced field move under the covered ~8,700 sq ft timber-frame pavilion (which seats about 500 under roof), and renters may also arrange approved tent rentals on the patio or field.

Iron Pig Smokehouse. Our whole-hog smoker setup and outdoor kitchen are right in the backyard, so your pig roast is smoked where you celebrate.

Yes. There's a full bar at the pavilion, plus the container bar on the patio. Iron Pig runs the bar at every event.

Custom event menus range from whole-hog pig roasts, smoked brisket, St. Louis ribs and pulled pork to plated dinners, steak dinners, traditional Michigan fish fries, Cajun shrimp boils and more — all cooked fresh by Iron Pig Smokehouse. We offer flexible bar packages — including hosted open bar, cash bar, drink tickets or custom combinations — featuring draft beer, canned craft and domestic beer, hard cider, wine and Iron Pig's signature smoked cocktails.

Outside wedding and event vendors — including photographers, DJs, live bands, florists, event planners, and licensed wedding cakes and desserts — are welcome. Iron Pig Smokehouse handles all food catering and all bar service; no outside alcohol is permitted.

Yes. See Iron Pig catering.

Yes. Ceremony on the stage, cocktail hour on the patio, and dinner under the pavilion. See weddings.

On-site restrooms are serviced by Spartan Septic & Sewer (Potty Palace), and upscale restroom trailers can be arranged and quoted for weddings and large events.

Yes, fire pits are available.

Yes. The pavilion holds 1,000+ for concerts, with a 20 x 15 ft+ main stage and a second backyard stage. Promoters and outside events: ask about venue rental.

Stage power and lighting are on site. Ask us about PA, microphone and AV options for speeches, presentations or live music — or your band or DJ is welcome to bring their own setup.

Yes, for parties, rider events and gatherings. The covered, open-air pavilion is used year-round. It's open-air, so dress for the season.

Yes. Trail 27 on the Iron Belle Trail is across the street. Ride in from Trail 27 in season (the trail is open to snowmobiles December 1 to March 31), conditions permitting.

Yes, designated snowmobile parking.

No. Side-by-sides aren't allowed on the trail. Side-by-side groups: ask us about events.

Yes. 72 on-site spaces, including 5 ADA spaces, plus shuttle parking from an adjacent lot for big events and concerts.

Yes. The main stage is wheelchair accessible with a ramp.

Inflatables, bounce houses and outdoor games are welcome in the fenced field — you can use an approved, insured rental vendor or ask us to help coordinate them.