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Holiday Parties
Find a Space for Your Holiday Party
Whether you’re planning a holiday party for the office or family (or both!), we hope you choose RedWater event venues to make your night magical.
Decorating
Our decoration options will help you set a cheerful mood for your next family or office holiday party. Don’t forget the holiday lights!
What decoration options do I have for holiday parties?
We have Christmas trees and Christmas lights available at each of our venues for your holiday party. Additionally, here are other decoration options available at each venue:
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Watermark - Votive candles, square mirrors, floor-length white linen.
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StoneWater - Votive candles, square mirrors, floor-length white linen.
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Sunnybrook - Votive candles, square mirrors, floor-length white linen.
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Thousand Oaks - Votive candles, square mirrors, floor-length white linen.
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Boatwerks - Charges for dinner plate decorations: silver, gold, bronze, red, copper $.85, small centerpieces $5, white resin chairs $4, white chair covers $3, stage 4-4x8 sections- $45/section, steps- $20, dance floor (included).
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Macatawa - Votive candles, simple fake plant centerpieces, floor length white linen.
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Thornapple Pointe - Votive candles, mirrors, floor-length white linen.
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Ravines - 4 large farmhouse tables, permanent market lights, floor-length white linen and choice of napkin color.
Do you have Christmas trees for decoration?
Yes, we do!
Do you have Christmas lights for decoration?
Yes, we do!
Do you have decorations for any other holidays?
Unfortunately we don’t have any additional decorations on-site for other holidays, but one of our Event Managers would be happy to provide suggestions or point you in the right direction!
Catering & Drinks
Our mouthwatering food and beverage catering options are destined to leave your guests full, satisfied, and ready to party the night away!
View our 2020 Events Menu for more information on pricing and options.
Do you offer an open bar option?
Yes, we are happy to provide an open bar option for your event.
Can we bring our own food and drinks?
Our venue spaces only permit for our in-house food and beverage service. We are proud of our catering services and are dedicated to providing the very best food and drinks for your special event.
What catering options are available for holiday parties?
We can offer appetizers, plated and buffet-style catering. Additionally, we have breakfast, lunch, and dinner food, as well as carving station options, listed in our 2020 Events Menu. Don’t forget about dessert!
Are there any specialty drinks or menu items for holiday parties?
We offer some specific holiday party menus at our venues. Please speak with an Events Manager for more information.
Do you offer buffets for holiday parties?
Yes we do! Please take a look at our 2020 Events Menu for more information.
Planning & Floor Planning
RedWater event venues have a variety of space sizes and seating arrangements to accommodate both large and small holiday parties.
How can I arrange seating for my holiday party?
We are pleased to provide you with seating arrangement flexibility for your special event. Rooms can be arranged in classroom, theatre, crescent rounds, banquet, and cocktail style seating. We’re also happy to leave some extra space for opening gifts.
Do you have round or square tables?
We have a mix of both round and square table options at our venues. Here are the different options:
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Ravines - High-tops are square, round tables for seating, 6-foot rectangular tables, 8-foot farmhouse tables.
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Boatwerks - Both round and square with the majority of hightops being round. There are a few square high-tops. Both 6-foot and 8-foot tables.
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Watermark, StoneWater, Sunnybrook, Thousand Oaks, Thornapple and Macatawa - 8-foot and 6-foot rectangle tables. Small round high-tops and 5-foot and 6-foot round low tables.
How many people can sit at each table?
The number of people that can sit at each table depends on the venue and tables selected.
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Ravines - 8 people or 10 people, depending on the size of the round table.
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Boatwerks - 8 people.
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Macatawa, Watermark, StoneWater, Sunnybrook, Thousand Oaks, Thornapple Pointe - 8 to 10 people.
Do you have high-top tables for holiday parties?
Yes, all of our venues have high-top table options.
What spaces can be used for holiday parties?
All of our venues can be used for your holiday party.
Do you offer spaces for both large and small holiday parties?
Yes. We have a variety of rooms that will accommodate almost any size event.
Amenities
We’re pleased to offer these additional holiday party amenities to make your evening special.
What holiday party amenities do you offer?
Each of our venues offers the following amenities:
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Watermark - Bar, projector, screens, microphone.
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StoneWater - Bar, fireplace, projector, screens, microphone.
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Sunnybrook - Bar, projector, screens, microphone.
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Thousand Oaks - Bar, fireplace (indoor & outdoor), projector, screens, microphone.
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Boatwerks - Bar, retractable wall of windows, projector, screens, microphone.
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Macatawa - Bar, projector, screens, microphone.
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Thornapple Pointe - Bar, TV.
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Ravines - Bar, fireplace, TV.
Do you have a photobooth or great areas for taking pictures?
While we do not have a photobooth in-house, there is plenty of beautiful scenery for taking pictures at your event. Additionally, we have a list of preferred vendors that offer photobooth equipment for rent if you so desire.
Other
Here are more frequently asked questions about our venues for your holiday party.
Do you offer any all-inclusive holiday party packages?
While we don’t offer any holiday party packages, we do offer a special holiday menu. Please speak with an Events Manager for more information.
How long can holiday parties be?
We can accommodate almost any length of holiday party. It can be as long or short as you’d like!
What are fun examples of things people have done at birthday parties in the past?
Popular holiday party themes include carnivals, game nights, and casino nights. Please feel free to speak with an Events Manager for more examples.
What else should I know about booking a holiday party event venue?
For the holidays, we can provide decorations such as a Christmas tree and lights in our venue spaces.