2025 Guide to Weddings & Special Events

Top Minnesota event spaces for weddings, family reunions, and corporate gatherings

Minnesota is home to a diverse array of stunning venues that offer the perfect backdrop for weddings, celebrations, and special events. In this guide, we’ve rounded up some of the top venues across Minnesota, each offering unique features, expert service, and unforgettable settings for your special day. From intimate gatherings to large-scale celebrations, Minnesota’s event spaces will help you create memories that last a lifetime.

Camp Fire Minnesota

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Camp Fire Minnesota offers two unique and beautiful properties for event rentals: a 103-acre venue in Excelsior and Camp Bluewater on the Wabana Chain of Lakes in Grand Rapids. The Excelsior location features a newly built community center equipped with sound and AV systems, a commercial kitchen, and a range of flexible indoor and outdoor spaces that can accommodate groups of up to 200 guests. Camp Bluewater offers a serene setting with the capacity to host 32 guests in the main building and additional sleeping space in a rustic bunkhouse. Both venues are perfect for weddings, family reunions, corporate retreats, and more. By hosting your event at Camp Fire Minnesota, you not only create lasting memories but also support youth development programs, making nature accessible to young people from all backgrounds and abilities.

Camp Fire Minnesota

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Crow River Winery offers a stunning venue for weddings and events, with the capacity to accommodate up to 400 guests. Couples can exchange vows outdoors in a picturesque setting, framed by lush fields and a charming wooden pergola. The winery’s two-story banquet hall boasts large windows, a stone fireplace, and elegant uplighting to set the perfect ambiance for receptions. Guests can enjoy cocktails on the stone-paved patio, featuring a peaceful fountain. With professional event staff, inclusive wedding packages, and no surprise fees, Crow River Winery ensures a stress-free experience. From getting ready in the bridal and groom’s suites to full setup and cleanup, every detail is covered, allowing you to focus on creating unforgettable memories.

Crow River Winery

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The Minneapolis Club, established in 1907, offers a luxurious venue in downtown for weddings, receptions, business luncheons, and special events. With stunning ballrooms, chef-driven meals, curated beverages, and modern amenities, it accommodates up to 180 guests. The venue features 10 hotel rooms, a fitness center, and skyway access. Personalized service and ample parking ensure an unforgettable experience.

Minneapolis Club

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The Perham Area offers a variety of unique event venues in the heart of Minnesota’s lakes country, perfect for gatherings of all sizes. Whether planning a wedding, family reunion, or corporate event, options include the Lakeside Golf Course, the Perham Area Center for the Arts, and The Cactus Event Center. These venues can accommodate 250-400 guests, with in-house catering, bar services, and event coordinators to ensure a seamless experience. Surrounded by lakes, resorts, and local amenities, Perham offers everything for an unforgettable event.

The Cactus Event Center

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The 2025 Guide to Weddings & Special Events is an advertorial sponsored section in the March/April issue of Minnesota Monthly.