Gillespie Conference Center

12/10/2024

Thank you, Jayco, for choosing the Gillespie Event Center for your event! It was an honor to host you and be part of your special occasion. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon! ✨🎉

12/07/2024

What an incredible evening celebrating the work Hannah’s House of Michiana provides our community! ✨

Guests were treated to delicious dinner and had the opportunity to participate in both silent and live auctions.

12/06/2024

We are so excited to see everyone!! 🌲🤍

🎄🎆 It’s finally here! The magic kicks off TONIGHT! ✨ Join us at 5 PM for the Holladay Christkindle Fest, featuring an artisan market, delicious food trucks, free kids' activities, and more! 🎁🎨

Then, get ready for the Christmas Tree Lighting + Santa's Arrival at 6 PM! 🎅🎁 The celebration continues with an incredible Fireworks Show right after the lighting! 🎆

Bring your friends and family for an unforgettable evening of holiday magic! 🎉 See you there!

12/06/2024

The Christkindle Fest starts tomorrow at 5 PM, and you won’t want to miss it. 🎅🎁

Come enjoy holiday shopping, delicious treats, and plenty of Christmas cheer! See you there! ❄️

12/04/2024

Tag someone you’d love to bring to The Inn at Saint Mary’s for a festive weekend at the Holladay Christkindle Fest! ✨🎄

Bring the whole family for FREE activities and celebrate the season with us! From face painting and ornament decorating to hot chocolate, cookies, and a magical tree lighting, it’s the perfect way to embrace the holiday spirit.

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12/03/2024

3 Days to Go! ✨🎄

The countdown is on! Join us for the Tree Lighting this Friday, December 6th, at 5 PM at The Inn at Saint Mary’s. Celebrate the season with sparkling lights, festive cheer, and a warm community gathering. Don’t miss this magical holiday tradition!

12/02/2024

4 Days to Go! 🎉

The Holladay Christkindle Fest is almost here! Join us December 6–8 at the Inn at Saint Mary’s for:

🎇 Tree Lighting & Fireworks
🎅 Santa’s Arrival
🎨 Free Kids’ Activities
🛍️ Artisan Market
✨ Live Nativity Scene

Don’t miss the holiday magic! 🎄❤️

11/29/2024

We love our girl 🫶

🌟Meet the Northern Indiana Cover Shoot Team: Allison Limon of Gillespie Conference Center

Allison attended Michigan State University, attaining her degree in Hospitality Business Management and minoring in Economics. While in college, she was a Hospitality Management Intern with Holladay Hospitality, assisting primarily at the Hampton Inn Heritage Square, as well as the Hilton Garden Inn South Bend and the Inn at Saint Mary’s. After graduating from MSU, she transitioned into her current role as Special Event Sales Manager of the Gillespie complex. She recently celebrated her 6 year anniversary with the company!

Allison is an avid runner, love sweets and has two dogs, a 13 year old Pug named Chi and a stray Frenchie-mix turned lapdog named Gizmo. Making your special day a success makes her entire day! Seeing couples celebrate one of the most important days of their lives, or witnessing a non-profit raise a record amount of donations is what motivates the Gillespie team to strive to be the best in every way.

11/29/2024

One of the standout features of hosting your event at Gillespie is our limitless audio-visual capabilities. Create a truly memorable experience by sharing a personalized message with your guests, sponsors, and loved ones, and let them feel the love in every moment. 🌟

11/28/2024

Happy Thanksgiving from the Gillespie team! We’re incredibly thankful for the couples, guests, staff, and friends who make Gillespie the perfect place to celebrate life’s most special moments. Your trust in us to host your weddings and events means the world. 🦃

11/28/2024

We are so honored to be featured on the cover of WeddingDay Magazine!
Inside this fall/winter issue, you’ll see how the Terrace Garden was transformed for a rustic ceremony, beautiful decor inside the Ballroom, and mouth watering catering. ❤️🍾

Huge thank you to our amazing vendor team:

Cover Shoot for WeddingDay Magazine // Photography: Kara Hanes Photography, Planning, Florals & Rentals: Burns Special Events, Venue & Catering: Gillespie Conference Center, Dress: JJ's House, Hair & Makeup: The Mane, Menswear: SuitShop, Cake: Sweet-Em's Cake Shoppe, Harpist: Meg Rodgers, Harpist, Stationery: Prettiest Pixel, Models: Allison & Bobby Limon

is here, and we're celebrating with the release of the new Northern Indiana fall/winter 2024 digital issue: https://issuu.com/life-events-media/docs/wd_ni2024fallwinter 😍
Inside, you'll find a woodland fairytale wedding, wedding cake inspiration, our elegant autumn cover shoot at Gillespie Conference Center and more! ❤️🍂

11/27/2024

We’re getting closer to the family-fun event of the year—and it’s one you won’t want to miss! Join us for a magical holiday experience filled with festive fun and cherished traditions.

✨ What to Expect:
🎨 Artisan Market
🎠 Free Children’s Activities
🌟 Nativity Scene
🎄 Tree Lighting Ceremony
🎶 And so much more!

Mark your calendars and bring your loved ones for a day full of joy, community, and holiday cheer! 🎅

11/25/2024

This or That? Which one are you going for first at a wedding - let us know in the comments 🍽️

11/20/2024

Get ready for a holiday weekend full of festive fun at the Inn at Saint Mary’s! Join us from December 6 to December 8 for an unforgettable celebration that the whole family can enjoy🎅✨

11/19/2024

We had an awesome time at the Christ Child Society Let Love Shine Gala! 🎉😊

11/19/2024

We had an awesome time at the Christ Child Society event! 🎉😊

11/15/2024

WOW! What a Wicked cool costume from the Center for the Homeless LipSync Event 🧹