Unique · Fort Wayne, Indiana

The Landmark Centre

LGBTQ+-owned banquet and event center with gardens and in-house catering in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

At this venue Outdoor space In-house catering On-site bar Seated meal facilities

The Landmark Centre is a banquet and event venue at 6222 Ellison Road in Fort Wayne, Indiana. It offers rentable rooms, the Landmark Gardens and separate ceremony and reception packages. A full-service kitchen and on-site chefs mean the food is produced in the building.

Why it suits LGBTQ+ couples

The Landmark Centre is LGBTQ+-owned. It suits couples who want one team handling the space, the food and the bar, because there are fewer outside vendors to coordinate. That helps if you want a clear point of contact who understands your plans from the first meeting. Ask who your coordinator will be and whether they have worked on same-sex weddings.

Ceremonies

Ceremony packages are offered separately from reception packages, so you can choose a ceremony in the gardens or in a room, then move to dinner. Ask how the gardens are set up for a ceremony, what the indoor backup is and how long the changeover takes. If you have two processions, ask how entrances can be arranged. Ask whether a rehearsal slot is included and what time your guests can first enter the space.

Receptions and food

Catering, beverage service and staff are provided by the venue, with flexible menus, a full-service kitchen and bar packages. The team lists three chefs on site who can prepare a wide range of cuisines and dietary needs. The venue also caters events elsewhere, which speaks to the size of the kitchen operation. Ask for a tasting, a sample menu and what the bar packages include.

Getting there and the area

Fort Wayne is in northeast Indiana, close to the Ohio state line, and is easy to reach by interstate. The city has hotels, restaurants and shopping, and an airport serves out-of-town guests. Ask the team about parking for your guest count and about the best arrival route. If you are hosting guests from out of state, consider a welcome drink in town the evening before so everyone arrives relaxed.