Reunions
From families, to high school graduating classes, and everything in between, reunions are a time to come together and catch up. At RedWater, we’d love to host your next reunion and make it special!
We’re proud to offer you the flexibility to decorate our venues for your reunions however you’d like. You can start with some of our standard decoration options, or bring in your own. The choice is yours!
What decoration options do I have for reunions?
Each of our venues provides a number of decoration options:
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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.
Who decorates the venue?
You or any vendor you hire are responsible for decorating the venue. There is no upcharge for decorating our venues to your liking.
There’s nothing better than coming together over a delicious meal. At RedWater, we can provide a variety of meal options and catering styles for the perfect reunion.
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 reunions?
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!
Do you offer buffets for reunions?
Yes we do! Please take a look at our 2020 Events Menu for more information.
No matter the size of your event, RedWater venues and spaces can accommodate anything from large class reunions to small and intimate family gatherings.
How can I arrange seating for reunions?
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.
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 standing and catching up?
Yes, all of our venues have high top table options.
What spaces can be used for reunions?
All of our venues, with both indoor and outdoor spaces, can be used for your reunion.
Do you offer spaces for both large and small reunions?
Yes. We have a variety of rooms that will accommodate almost any size event.
Which restaurants can have reserved spaces for reunions?
The following RedWater restaurants have available reserved spaces for your reunion:
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Vintage
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Cork Wine & Grille
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Reds at Thousand Oaks
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Rush Creek Bistro
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FireRock Grille
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Boatwerks
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Gravity Taphouse
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RedRock Grille.
How many people can your venues hold for reunions?
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Watermark - Up to 450 people.
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StoneWater - Up to 320 people.
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Sunnybrook - Up to 350 people.
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Thousand Oaks - Up to 450 people.
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Boatwerks - Up to 400 people.
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Macatawa - Up to 400 people.
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Thornapple Pointe - Up to 250 people.
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Ravines - Up to 175 people.
We offer amenities such as A/V equipment for your slideshow of past memories, or a patio space to kick back and enjoy the views.
What type of amenities do you offer for reunions?
Each of our venues offers the following amenities:
Indoor Amenities:
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Watermark - Bar, patio, projector, screens, microphone.
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StoneWater - Bar, fireplace, patio, projector, screens, microphone.
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Sunnybrook - Bar, patio, projector, screens, microphone.
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Thousand Oaks - Bar, patio, fireplace (indoor & outdoor), projector, screens, microphone.
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Boatwerks - Bar, patio, retractable wall of windows, projector, screens, microphone.
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Macatawa - Bar, patio, projector, screens, microphone.
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Thornapple Pointe - Bar, patio, TV.
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Ravines - Bar, patio, fireplace, TV.
Outdoor Amenities:
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Watermark - Fireplaces and patio, with golf course and waterfall views.
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StoneWater - Fireplaces and patio, with golf course and waterfall views.
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Sunnybrook - Fireplaces and patio, with golf course and trees.
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Thousand Oaks - Fireplaces and patio, with golf course, trees, and rolling hill views.
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Boatwerks - Patio, ladder ball, corn hole and giant jenga lawn games for after dinner, fire pit (weather permitting), tiki torches, and views of Lake Macatawa.
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Macatawa - Patio and views of pond and golf course.
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Thornapple Pointe - Patio and views of the golf course and trees.
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Ravines - Patio, and golf course views. Rustic and wooded setting.
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.
Can any of the venues have a dance floor for reunions?
Absolutely! All of our venues can have a dance floor.
Here are more frequently asked questions about our venues for your reunion.
How long can reunions be?
We can accommodate almost any length of reunion. It can be as long or short as you’d like!
What types of reunions have been hosted at your venues in the past?
We’ve hosted family reunions of all sizes, as well as class reunions from local high schools. We’d love to host yours next!