Gillespie Conference Center

Gillespie Conference Center The right location. The right design. The right staff. We are available as questions arise, so feel free to contact us at any time.

Gillespie Conference Center offers elegant event spaces in South Bend, perfect for weddings, corporate events, and celebrations. Located adjacent to the University of Notre Dame, we offer a wide selection of venues that will accommodate the demands & requirements of any event from small meetings to large banquets and business conferences, and everything in between.

01/28/2025

The search is on! Do you know a young professional, leader, or innovator under 40 who’s making an impact in Michiana? Now is your chance to recognize their achievements and the difference they’re making!

Nominations are officially OPEN for the 2025 Michiana Forty Under 40—honoring the brightest young leaders who are shaping the future with vision, drive, and community commitment.

But don’t wait—nominations close March 3, 2025. The honorees will be celebrated at the Recognition Luncheon on May 16, 2025, at the Gillespie Conference Center in South Bend.

Brought to you by the South Bend Regional Chamber, Young Professionals Network South Bend, and presenting sponsors:

Community Foundation of Elkhart County
First State Bank
University of Notre Dame Mendoza College of Business
Amazon Web Services

Nominate a game-changer today! Visit michiana40.com.

The Gillespie Conference Center Team will be at the Michiana Wedding Expo at Corbett Family Hall (Notre Dame) tomorrow f...
01/18/2025

The Gillespie Conference Center Team will be at the Michiana Wedding Expo at Corbett Family Hall (Notre Dame) tomorrow from 12:00pm-4:00pm!

Make sure to stop by our booth for exclusive promotions, raffles, and delicious samples! 💕

Photos: Westley Leon Studios
Decor: Burns Special Events

Anissa and David's wedding day was pure magic ✨🫧
01/16/2025

Anissa and David's wedding day was pure magic ✨🫧

Such a stunning showcase of our versatile Terrace Garden and Ballroom! 💙
01/14/2025

Such a stunning showcase of our versatile Terrace Garden and Ballroom! 💙

For our cover shoot, the talented team at Burns Special Events envisioned a stunning blend of moody, atmospheric beauty that reflected the rich, autumn colors of Northern Indiana. The shoot’s design incorporated layered textures, from plush velvet linens to modern copper accents, to capture the es...

Thank you, Jayco, for choosing the Gillespie Event Center for your event! It was an honor to host you and be part of you...
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! ✨🎉

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

We are so excited to see everyone!! 🌲🤍
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!

The Christkindle Fest starts tomorrow at 5 PM, and you won’t want to miss it. 🎅🎁Come enjoy holiday shopping, delicious t...
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! ❄️

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

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...
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! 🎄❤️

We love our girl 🫶
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.

One of the standout features of hosting your event at Gillespie is our limitless audio-visual capabilities. Create a tru...
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. 🌟

Happy Thanksgiving from the Gillespie team! We’re incredibly thankful for the couples, guests, staff, and friends who ma...
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. 🦃

We are so honored to be featured on the cover of WeddingDay Magazine!Inside this fall/winter issue, you’ll see how the T...
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! ❤️🍂

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 holi...
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! 🎅

This or That? Which one are you going for first at a wedding - let us know in the comments 🍽️
11/25/2024

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

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53995 Indiana State Route 933
South Bend, IN
46637

Telephone

+15742327700

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Our staff attempted the "Say the Same Word Challenge," but unfortunately Gillespie offers far too many amazing things that it took a while for them to come together. 🤣

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Is anyone else struggling to see the light at the end of Wedding Planning? You are not alone - which is why our team is here for you. Let Gillespie take the stress out of wedding planning so that all you have to worry about is your dancing shoes. ✨

Happy National Planner Day to our very own Allison, whose meticulous planning and dedication ensure every event at Gillespie is a resounding success!

Walking into the Terrace Garden at Gillespie knowing their team has everything under control, so you can enjoy your event stress-free! 🙌🎉

🌟 On February 1st, be part of the magic as we light up the night with the world's largest Valentine's tree behind the Inn at Saint Marys! Make sure to bring a donation to Hannah's House of Michiana for a free beverage from the Innjoy Cafe! Holladay Hospitality Group will be matching all monetary donations, or you can bring an item from the Hannah's House Wish list: https://bit.ly/3Ujb65S. We hope to see you there! 💖🌹

Book field time for your team at Gillespie Field. A perfect venue for both local and traveling teams to practice and play. ⚽️⚜️ Learn more at thegillespiefield.com #SportsVenue #Events #SouthBendSports #SouthBend

𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐣𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐮𝐩 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐚'𝐬 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐝𝐨𝐨𝐫 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐚𝐬 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧! 🎄✨ Thank you to Holladay Properties and Holladay Construction Group for your participation in bringing this gorgeous tree to our hotel. Located behind The Inn at Saint Mary's, hotel guests and members of the public can visit the tree for themselves until January 10th. 𝐌𝐞𝐫𝐫𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐚𝐬! 💚 ❤️

Come out to see 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐚'𝐬 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐝𝐨𝐨𝐫 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐚𝐬 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐞 light up for the season with a 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐲! 🎄✨🎅 The Ceremony will take place December 7, 2021 at 6:15 EST behind The Inn at Saint Mary's, 53993 State Rd 933 South Bend, IN 46637 Bring an unwrapped gift for 𝐓𝐨𝐲𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐓𝐨𝐭𝐬🧸 and get a coupon for a 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 beverage☕ from Innjoy Café! ➡ 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤: https://fb.me/e/SbEoA7yG

Notre Dame Room
Notre Dame Room

If you are planning a social gathering and don't need the whole ballroom, our Notre Dame room is a beautiful space to host your guests! We are also going to great lengths to keep you and your guests safe when you host with us, you can read about what we are doing book with us here https://buff.ly/36cc5Ls

ND Room
ND Room

Our Notre Dame room is the perfect space for a social gathering or holiday party! Call us today to start planning your party! https://buff.ly/35aCMi8

NotreDameRoom
NotreDameRoom

A little tour of the Notre Dame room we showed you yesterday! Book your event with us today https://buff.ly/35aCMi8

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The right location. The right design. The right staff. The Gillespie Conference and Special Event Center has been designed for any occasion and dedicated to your event since opening in 2008. We specialize in any type of event, including weddings, seminars, conferences, and social events of all sizes.