Frequently Asked Questions

Chelsea Party Loft is conveniently located in the Chelsea Village Plaza shopping center in Chelsea, Michigan, at 1115 S. Main St. We are just one minute off of I-94 (Exit 159), making us easily accessible from Ann Arbor, Dexter, and Jackson. We offer ample, free parking right outside the entrance for all of your guests. Our prime location and easy parking make us the ideal private event space in the area.

Chelsea Party Loft is a versatile venue perfect for both celebrations and business gatherings. We specialize in hosting birthday parties (especially for tweens and teens), baby showers, graduation parties, holiday parties, corporate meetings, workshops, and community events. 

While Chelsea, Michigan is our home base and primary service community, we are proud to serve a wide network of local towns and cities. Our location ensures that you are only a short, convenient drive away, often just a matter of minutes, from your location. We enthusiastically welcome and serve customers from all the following surrounding areas:

• Chelsea, MI (our primary location)
• Ann Arbor
• Dexter
• Jackson
• Grass Lake
• Saline
• Ypsilanti

If you are a resident in any of these surrounding communities, we look forward to serving you and meeting your needs!

We offer transparent, straightforward hourly rental rates to fit your budget.

• Monday – Thursday: $99 per hour (no minimum)
• Friday – Sunday: $149 per hour (no minimum)

A one-time $50 cleaning fee is added to all party bookings. This simple pricing ensures you only pay for the time you need for your private event space rental.

Your hourly rate provides you with exclusive access to the entire 1,400 sq. ft. party loft, including:

• Tables, chairs, and linens (seating for up to 40)
• A professional sound system with a microphone
• DJ party lights and an illuminated disco ball for the dance floor
• Our popular 360° Video Booth with props (a value of over $500!)
• A fun Audio Guestbook and greenery photo wall
• Access to our prep kitchen and private in-suite restroom

Essentially, everything you need for an unforgettable event near Ann Arbor is ready upon your arrival.

No, absolutely not! When you book with Chelsea Party Loft, you get exclusive use of the entire venue.

• Private & Exclusive: Unlike a "party room" in a public venue, your guests will enjoy a truly private event space with no other parties, guests, or public access during your reserved time.
• V.I.P. Experience: We guarantee a secure and intimate atmosphere for a genuine V.I.P. experience for your birthday party, baby shower, or corporate meeting near Ann Arbor.

You and your guests will have the entire modern loft and all of its amenities—including the 360° Video Booth and sound system—to yourselves.

Our versatile Chelsea party venue can comfortably accommodate up to 50 guests in a standing reception style. For events with seating, such as baby showers or business meetings, we can seat up to 40 guests with our provided tables and chairs.

Yes! We offer complete flexibility with food and beverage options. You are welcome to bring your own food, hire an outside caterer, or have food delivered right to our door. This policy gives you total control over your event menu and budget at our private event space.

Absolutely! You are encouraged to customize our loft to match your event theme. You may hang signs and banners using painter's tape or 3M Command Hooks. To protect our modern space, we kindly ask that you do not use glitter, confetti, silly string, or confetti-filled balloons.

No. While we do not provide a DJ, guests are welcome to use our high-quality professional sound system to play their own music via phone, laptop, or any other method. This gives you complete control over the playlist for your Chelsea party venue event.

Yes! We provide a suite of state-of-the-art presentation technology and customizable seating options to ensure your meetings, workshops, and presentations run flawlessly.

Our professional amenities and space features include:

• Flexible Seating Arrangements: We offer various configurations—from U-shape to classroom style—to perfectly match your event's needs.
• Round Tables: Available for collaborative group work, meals, or more intimate discussions.
• High-Speed Wi-Fi Access (Crucial for online meetings and research)
• A state-of-the-art projector
• A projection screen on a stand
• A dedicated projector stand
• A microphone and P.A. system for crystal-clear audio
• An easel
• A whiteboard

We ensure you have everything needed for a seamless, professional, and productive gathering for your team or clients from Chelsea, Ann Arbor, Dexter, Jackson, and Grass Lake.

Guests may cancel their booking until 30 days before the event start time and receive a full refund of their deposit. Cancellations made between 30 and 7 days before the event can be rescheduled (subject to availability) or receive a 50% deposit refund. Cancellations made less than 7 days out are non-refundable.

Chelsea Party Loft is committed to sustainability by using washable utensils and linens to minimize landfill waste and contribute to a cleaner planet for future generations. Additionally, we prioritize purchasing pre-owned furniture and equipment from local businesses, further reducing our environmental footprint.

One of our core values is service to the community. If your organization needs a venue to host an event or a free party to use as a raffle or auction prize, please call or email and we will try to help.