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Frequently Asked Questions

Pricing, spaces, food and bar, weddings, concerts, winter riders, parking and policies at The Lakeside Pavilion in Gaylord, MI.

Booking & PricingSpaces & CapacityFood & BarWeddingsConcerts & PromotersWinter & RidersParking & AccessibilityPolicies

Booking & Pricing

How much does it cost?

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

Is there a venue fee?

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.

What are the food and beverage minimums?

They depend on your date and guest count. [F&B MINIMUMS]

How do I check my date?

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

How fast will you reply?

We reply within [REPLY TIME].

Can I tour the venue?

Yes. Tours: [TOUR DAYS/TIMES]. Request one on the inquiry form.

What deposit is required to book?

[DEPOSIT TERMS]

Can I call you?

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

Spaces & Capacity

How many guests can you hold?

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.

What spaces are there?

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

How big is the stage?

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.

Is it on the lake?

We're across the street from Otsego Lake.

Is the property fenced?

Yes. All three spaces are connected and fenced.

What's the rain plan?

[RAIN PLAN]

Food & Bar

Who caters?

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.

Is there a bar?

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

Can we bring outside vendors or alcohol?

[VENDOR / ALCOHOL POLICY]

Can Iron Pig cater at our own location?

Yes. See Iron Pig catering.

Weddings

Can we have the ceremony and reception here?

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

What about restrooms for weddings?

Porta-potties are on site. For weddings, upscale restroom trailers from Spartan Septic & Sewer's Potty Palace are available as an add-on. Price: [TRAILER PRICE]

Do you have fire pits?

Yes, fire pits are available.

Concerts & Promoters

Can we host a concert?

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.

Is there a sound system?

Sound/PA: [PA DETAILS]

Winter & Riders

Can I book the pavilion in winter?

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.

Can snowmobiles ride in?

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.

Is there sled parking?

Yes, designated snowmobile parking.

Can side-by-sides ride in on the trail?

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

Parking & Accessibility

Is there parking?

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

Is the stage wheelchair accessible?

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

Policies

Can we bring inflatables for kids?

The field behind the pavilion is fenced. Inflatables policy: [INFLATABLES POLICY]

Still have a question?

Check Your Date

Send us your date and guest count and we'll answer anything not covered here.

Check Your Date & Book a Tour

Or call (989) 448-4222 (Leave a voicemail or use the inquiry form.)