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    The Crane Bay Event Center

    4.2 (35 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    2020 United Way Elevate Gala
    Morgan S.

    If you are looking for openness, high cleaning and a ton of space Crane Bay is your spot! I've been apart of two large scale events that took place at Crane Bay I cannot say enough about how awesome the space was. The space features 2 large open rooms that you can transform for weddings, fundraising events, galas, etc. The food options are amazing and I was so impressed with how well they worked with our committee. We had a theme and they did everything possible to make sure they adhered to it. If you are looking for an event space, I suggest you check our Crane Bay. One of the best parts is that inside the massive room you can hang almost anything from the cleaning. We even had cirque dancers hanging and performing from the ceilings!

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    Michael M.

    A year ago from today me and my wife were here at this beautiful venue it was the most beautiful day of our lives. Crane Bay is by far the best. The crew was nothing less than perfect the food was 5 stars The location five stars your venue five stars the space five stars this place really deserves all the stars we really enjoyed our day we thank you guys for making a dream come true we will never forget the special place.

    Marcus M.

    This was my first time at this location and it was a very nice and spacious reception space. I attended an annual gala and there was a bar area, nicely sectioned off sitting and standing area, and a large gathering area. There were about five identifiable spaces. It was an industrial space that could be modified for each specific need. There was plenty of parking and a ramp to permit wheelchair access. The food was delicious. The staging was expansive and the lighting options were impressive, which all contribute to a myriad of presentations styles. If you have an event to plan and you need a space I would definitely recommend checking this place out. I want to even say they had a valet option andpeople to work the bar - the whole nine yards.

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    That truly was a memorable event. Glad you enjoyed yourself!

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    The Nest Event Center - Inside their new location

    The Nest Event Center

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    Wow!! What a transformation!! I haven't seen this building since it was Jonathan Byrd's restaurant…read more The exterior is now black and white which is very classic and understated. The Nest Event Center is located in Greenwood just off I-65 at Main Street. The parking lot is quite large and will accommodate a large event. The interior is amazing and you'd never know it was a former restaurant. The lobby area is very attractive, decorated in beiges and cream, and I could see using this for cocktails, a reception line plus so much more. It worked well tonight for purchasing tickets plus an area to sit and relax while enjoying the fireplace. The versatile ballroom is quite large and can handle everything from a wedding, conference to special events. One of those special events is the Holiday Craft Show tonight. The Event Center has a neutral color scheme and can accomadate most bridal or conference color schemes. This proved to be true with all the colors associated with the Holiday Craft Show. Tonight all different color schemes were used and all the crafts looked wonderful. With this neutral backdrop any decor theme would work nicely allowing brides or companies a great deal of flexibility and creativity. The Holiday Craft Show was a huge draw. Many different types of vendors filled the ballroom carrying Christmas decor, wreaths, jewelry, clothing, wool mittens, woodworking projects, signs, candles, crocheted items, lap blankets, floral arrangements and much more. There truly was something for most anyone's interest and many gift ideas. In the future I would like to take an official tour and checkout pricing for a yearly event I'm involved with. This is a beautiful venue with endless potential.

    This is an absolutely amazing event center. It is an absolutely stunning location and the staff are…read moresecond to none! They are so helpful and nice and go above and beyond in making your event absolutely perfect! The location is absolutely perfect for any event you might have, weddings, birthdays, anniversary's, literally anything. There is only one issue that I have with the nest. I had never believed in the supernatural before... but this place is indisputably haunted. There is absolutely no question about it! But don't let that deter you! The haunting spirits just add to the charm and fun of this event center. I hope you have an amazing event!

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    Urban Apples

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    This is such a fun cidery and event space!! We love coming here for seasonal drinks on tap and live…read moremusic. They also offer TCH beverages as well. They are dog friendly as long as you sit outside and I believe they also have a speak easy that's not easily found but so cool! We're coming back for line dancing and fun events! A great local hangout for families and singles alike The food is pretty good. It's a very casual setting in what appears to be a big red barn. Sometimes German fare like brats potato salad is on the menu. Love the whipped feta and cider donuts! I believe they have a soft serve ice cream machine which is great for kids especially in the summer. Thank you Payton and the lovely young lady who served us last night! You were both so friendly, kind, approachable and helpful! Keep an eye out of for all the cool happenings especially in the summer like hot air balloon launches and family friendly BBQ's. I believe they do have some igloos available this winter too! It's a fantastic event space for weddings and private events! Come check it out!

    I love that the Indy area has a spot for ciders now! We stopped in on a Saturday for lunch and…read moredrinks. When you walk in there is a counter in the middle of the building where you can wait in line to order food and drinks. They will give you a buzzer to come back and grab food once it's ready. This was a bit awkward as it made it difficult to walk inside with where the line is, the flow could definitely be improved. They only had 2 employees taking orders for the entire place so the wait is long. We ordered some cider, slushies, chicken fingers, pretzel, and a wrap. The food took a little bit to come out and was pretty good. I found it a bit expensive for what it was. They have non alcoholic slushies which is perfect for littles. They have indoor and outdoor seating. The outdoor seating is essentially full sun, as they have umbrellas but they are in awkward spots and don't really cover any of the seating. They have a grass area where kids can run around, but they did have two fire pits that are by the entryway so you have to be super careful if you have small kids.

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    Union Station

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    Mile Square

    I love nothing more than a unique venue with endless possibilities (bonus brownie points if it has…read morehistorical charm), so it's no surprise I fell head over heels in love with Grand Hall at Union Station when I attended a Creative Mornings talk. In the good ol' days, this is where travelers waited for their trains. It opened in 1888, and looking around you can sense the history and visualize a black and white photo of Union Station in its glory days. When train travel went by the wayside, Grand Hall was left abandoned and dilapidated until it was transformed into a shopping mall + food court in the 1980s. When Circle Center Mall opened up and stole the thunder, Grand Hall was remodeled to become the gorgeous event space it is today. This is a great example of a historical building that in many ways has remained the same but has changed its purpose to meet the needs of the time. A lovely venue for a large seminar, annual meeting, or wedding. I highly recommend you check out Union Station and also take a peek at the train car hotel rooms at the adjacent Crowne Plaza. Take a step back in time and reimagine Indy as the crossroads of the country - by train, that is!

    Spent a day here for a friend's wedding. The architecture reminds me of the Great Gatsby. And on…read moreone of the flights of stairs, you can see the wear on the stone of where people have climbed the stairs over the years, which is cool. It seems like a place that has a lot of history.

    The Crane Bay Event Center - venues - Updated June 2026

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