About us
The Milestone Barn
Wedding & Event Venue
Located in Bannister, MIchigan
The Milestone Barn is a premier rustic barn wedding venue in Michigan, located in beautiful Bannister, MI, just a short drive from Lansing, Saginaw, and Flint. Originally built for agricultural use and lovingly restored in 2011, our family-owned barn now serves as the perfect setting for barn weddings, receptions, graduation parties, proms, and other milestone celebrations.
When the owners began planning their own rustic wedding, they discovered how difficult it could be to find an affordable, charming barn venue that truly captured that rustic Michigan feel. Their search inspired the transformation of their family barn into The Milestone Barn, a space designed to bring that same dream to life for other couples—without the high price tag.
Since opening our doors in 2011, we’ve continued to grow and improve every year. We listen to feedback from our brides and grooms, updating the property and adding new features while preserving the authentic rustic charm that makes The Milestone Barn so special. Our renovations have included expanding the original barn with an additional upper level and a lean-to addition with modern restrooms. Every improvement has been made using reclaimed materials from local Michigan barns to ensure the venue’s timeless character remains intact.
Today, The Milestone Barn is more than just a wedding venue — it’s a place where memories are made and milestones are celebrated. Whether you’re planning a country-style wedding, a barn reception, or any other special event, our team is here to help you create an unforgettable experience surrounded by natural beauty and rustic elegance.
Conveniently located 10 miles west of Chesaning, The Milestone Barn offers the perfect balance of rural charm and accessibility. We proudly serve couples and families from across Mid-Michigan, including Lansing, Saginaw, Flint, and beyond.
📍 The Milestone Barn
21980 W. Brady Rd, Bannister, MI 48807
Your story starts here — celebrate your milestone with us.
Happy Clients
“My husband and I are so happy we picked The Milestone Barn for our wedding day. The barn is absolutely gorgeous and was the perfect venue for us! From the barn to the landscaping, everything is so well maintained and cared for. This was a dream venue. Carolyn was amazing to work with and so helpful the day of our wedding which made the whole planning process a lot less stressful. I cannot thank her enough for coming out to help move chairs MULTIPLE times due to the rain and for everything she did to make sure our wedding what exactly what we wanted.” – Lauren
“The Milestone Barn was a dream venue for our wedding and was absolutely perfect. Carolyn was so kind and helpful with everything! I cannot say enough good things.” – Constance
“Absolutely perfect wedding venue, especially in the fall, the colors were beautiful! Carolyn was extremely accommodating and helpful, our day was everything we imagined and more. Highly recommended, thank you guys again!” – Savannah