Top Minnesota Gala Venues

• Spaces for 150 Guests

Lost Lake Lodge is a resort and event venue set on the Gull Lake Narrows and its own private, spring-fed Lost Lake, about 3 miles from downtown Nisswa in the Brainerd Lakes area of northern Minnesota. The property accommodates weddings, corporate retreats, and family reunions, with flexible arrangements for small groups or full-resort buyouts. Outdoor ceremonies and receptions take place on the private beach at Lost Lake, hosting up to 150 guests. The on-site dining room seats up to 84 guests for indoor events and is known for its gourmet cuisine and award-winning wine list. Fourteen housekeeping cabins — ranging from one to three bedrooms, each with a wood-burning fireplace and private dock — allow guests to carry any celebration into a full weekend resort stay.

• Spaces for 100 Guests

• Spaces for 12-400 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 3 Country Clubs
• 2 Meeting Spaces

Bearpath Golf and Country Club is a private country club in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, situated alongside a Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course. The club presents itself as an intimate gathering place, emphasizing the blend of sophistication and ease that its setting and programming offer members and their guests. For private events and weddings, the Signature Ballroom seats up to 300 guests or accommodates 400 for a cocktail reception. Surrounded by garden patios and overlooking the golf course, the room can also divide into three smaller spaces for breakout sessions. Smaller celebrations and business dinners find a home in the Fireside Room, which seats up to 30 around a fireplace, or in the Nicklaus Boardroom, an intimate space for groups of up to 12. All events are served by the club's in-house catering department. Beyond events, the club offers a Jr. Olympic swimming pool, five clay tennis courts, two paddle tennis courts, a fitness center, and an indoor golf simulator and performance center — along with multiple dining options including the adult grille and The Nicklaus Bar.

• Spaces for 350 Guests

Graduate by Hilton Minneapolis sits at the heart of the University of Minnesota campus, steps from Huntington Bank Stadium. Designed around Gopher traditions and local legends, the hotel weaves college nostalgia into its interiors throughout, making it a distinctive backdrop for celebrations connected to the culture of one of the nation's most storied campuses. For private events, Graduate by Hilton Minneapolis offers 15 meeting and event venues, ranging from an intimate room that seats 16 to the Meridian Ballroom, which accommodates up to 600 guests with flexible configurations for banquet, theater, reception, and classroom setups. With 304 guest rooms on-site, the hotel is well suited for multi-day gatherings and celebrations that draw out-of-town guests.

• Spaces for 75 Guests

• Spaces for 300 Guests

• Spaces for 80 Guests

• Spaces for 26-150 Guests
• 3 Restaurants
• 1 Bar
• 2 Event Spaces

French Meadow Bakery & Café, founded in 1985, holds the distinction of being the first certified organic bread bakery in the United States. The Uptown Minneapolis location on Lyndale Avenue S. is home to a collection of private event spaces — the Nord Social Hall, the Nord Tasting Room, the seasonal Nord Patio, and the Bluestem Bar — offering options for celebrations ranging from an intimate seated dinner of 26 guests to a cocktail reception of 150. All catering is prepared in-house by French Meadow's culinary team, drawing on organic ingredients and the kitchen's longstanding relationships with regional farms. Menus include gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian selections, and all items are made from scratch.

• Spaces for 225 Guests

• Spaces for 175-220 Guests
• 1 Bar
• 1 Event Space

Red Carpet Nightclub is a multi-room entertainment destination in downtown St. Cloud, Minnesota, featuring live music, resident DJs, and seven bars spread across a complex of distinctly styled spaces. The Main Stage — described by the venue as one of the most respected and legendary rooms in the Midwest — hosts live bands, theatrical productions, and DJ performances with professional sound and lighting systems. The Martini Lounge offers a contrasting atmosphere: sectional couches, a gas fireplace, skylights, an outdoor deck overlooking downtown, and a menu of specialty martinis and 12 craft beers on tap. The Keller Bar brings a dive-bar feel to live local acts and open mic comedy, while The Game Hall includes pool tables, darts, and arcade games alongside a DJ dance floor. For private gatherings, the Event Center accommodates up to 175 guests for formal seated events and up to 220 for cocktail receptions. The space is equipped with a digital projection system, wireless microphone, a prep kitchen for contracted caterers, and a permanent stage — suited for weddings, corporate events, banquets, holiday parties, and class reunions.

• Spaces for 64-500 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 4 Museums
• 4 Total Spaces

Mia (Minneapolis Institute of Art) is an encyclopedic art museum tracing its origins to 1883, housed in a neoclassical building that opened in 1915 — designed by New York architectural firm McKim, Mead and White. A 1974 addition by architect Kenzo Tange expanded the campus and introduced a three-story glass lobby overlooking Washburn-Fair Oaks Park. The collection spans nearly 100,000 works representing 5,000 years of world history, and admission to the permanent galleries is always free. Private events at Mia unfold across versatile indoor and outdoor spaces with views of downtown Minneapolis. The Reception Hall — a maple-paneled room with a barrel-vaulted ceiling — accommodates up to 500 guests for cocktail receptions and opens alongside the marble-floored MacMillan Atrium. The outdoor courtyard features elegant landscaping, abstract sculptures, a pavilion, and a grove of oak trees, providing a distinctive setting for warm-weather celebrations. Standard rental packages include event setup and strike, security, a staffed coat check, A/V equipment with a media technician, linens, and decorative lighting, with catering coordinated through an extensive roster of approved vendors.

The University Club of Saint Paul is a premier venue known for hosting a variety of events including weddings, corporate meetings, and other special gatherings. With its unique blend of charm and modern amenities, it provides an exceptional setting for memorable events. Weddings: The University Club of Saint Paul is a sought-after venue for weddings, offering stunning spaces that can be customized to suit different styles and preferences. The venue's experienced event team works closely with couples to ensure that every detail of their wedding is meticulously planned and executed, from the decor to the catering. Corporate Events: For businesses looking to host meetings, conferences, or corporate retreats, The University Club of Saint Paul offers a range of facilities designed to meet professional needs. The venue's versatile spaces can be configured to accommodate different types of corporate events. Equipped with state-of-the-art audio-visual technology and high-speed internet, The University Club of Saint Paul ensures that all technical requirements are met for a seamless event. The venue's experienced event planners assist in organizing every aspect of corporate events, ensuring they run smoothly and effectively. Social Gatherings: The University Club of Saint Paul is also a popular venue for hosting social gatherings, such as birthday parties, anniversary celebrations, and other special occasions. The venue's stylish spaces and top-notch amenities make it a versatile choice for a wide range of events. The venue's event team works closely with clients to create personalized and memorable experiences for their guests. In addition to its exceptional event spaces, The University Club of Saint Paul offers outstanding catering services. The venue's culinary team is renowned for creating delicious and innovative menus that cater to a variety of tastes and dietary preferences. Whether it's a lavish wedding banquet or a casual corporate lunch, The University Club of Saint Paul's catering team ensures that every dish is prepared to perfection. Overall, The University Club of Saint Paul is a premier event venue that combines charm with modern luxury, making it a top choice for weddings, corporate events, and social gatherings.

• Spaces for 100 Guests

The Paulucci Space Theatre is a full-dome planetarium located on the Hibbing campus of Minnesota North College. Originally opened in 1980 with support from its namesake, Jeno Paulucci, and fully remodeled in 2020, the theatre features a 40-foot-diameter dome screen, a 4K digital full-dome projector, an upgraded sound system, and the original Spitz star projector that has been in operation since the theatre's founding. The facility is available for private event rentals, welcoming birthday parties, fundraisers, corporate gatherings, and other group events. Individual rentals begin at $100 for two hours — $30 for each additional hour — while business rentals are available at $150 per hour with a two-hour minimum. Renters have access to the redesigned lobby for light refreshments and the dome theatre for full-dome shows, OpenSpace universe tours, night sky presentations, or standard digital media playback.

• Spaces for 12-300 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Event Space
• 4 Total Spaces

Founded in 1919 by University of Minnesota professors and civic leaders, Midland Hills Country Club occupies a 147-acre campus in Roseville, Minnesota — roughly equidistant between Minneapolis and Saint Paul. The golf course was designed by Seth Raynor, a protégé of Charles Blair Macdonald, and underwent a landmark restoration in 2020 that returned the layout to Raynor's original vision. The clubhouse offers four private event spaces, ranging from Turnberry Hall — a ballroom accommodating up to 275 guests with large windows overlooking the course and an adjacent seasonal patio — to the intimate Seth Raynor room, suited for private dinners of up to 16. St. Andrews seats up to 50 beneath an arched ceiling and dramatic windows, while the Mund Boardroom is purpose-built for confidential meetings and executive sessions of up to 12. Membership is not required for private events. The club's in-house team provides personalized catering for weddings, corporate gatherings, celebrations of life, and golf outings, with a dedicated events coordinator to guide planning.

• Spaces for 100-700 Guests
• 4 Hotels
• 3 Ballrooms
• 2 Meeting Spaces

Crowne Plaza Suites MSP Airport - Mall of America is a full-service hotel and event venue in Bloomington, Minnesota, one mile from the Mall of America and three miles from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport Terminal 1. A complimentary shuttle connects guests to the airport, and the property sits steps from the METRO Blue Line light rail with direct service to the Mall of America and downtown Minneapolis. The hotel's signature event space is the AiRE Ballroom, spanning 5,129 square feet across four air-wall-divided sections and accommodating up to 700 guests for weddings, galas, and conferences. The Apollo Terrace provides a windowed alternative for receptions and private gatherings. Across 18,000 square feet of total event space, the property serves groups of all sizes with multiple room configurations. On-site amenities include an indoor saline pool, hot tub, sauna, 24-hour fitness center, and the AiRECraft Grill, which offers brick oven pizza service until midnight. Guestrooms feature in-room microwaves, refrigerators, and coffee makers.

The Saint Paul Hotel offers event spaces for your next celebration in Saint Paul, Minnesota.

• Spaces for 30-200 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 2 Bars
• 2 Historic Spaces

Sweeney's Saloon occupies a building in Saint Paul's Cathedral Hill neighborhood that dates to 1886, when it opened as Sweeney's Dry Goods Store. Following Prohibition's repeal in 1933, the space became Tom's 96, where the Art Deco bar that still anchors the room today was installed. The building was purchased and restored in 1979 — the original exposed brick walls, oak floors, and tin ceiling were uncovered — and the Sweeney name returned to the sign out front. Today the saloon operates as a bar, restaurant, and private event venue. The Oak Room on the second floor offers a dedicated private bar, bartenders, and a stage area, accommodating up to 100 guests for a seated dinner or up to 200 for a cocktail reception. On the main floor, the Ashland Room is a semi-private space with a fireplace that seats up to 30 guests and accommodates up to 40 for a standing reception. The venue has hosted birthday parties, wedding receptions, concerts, comedy clubs, work socials, and celebrations of life.

• Spaces for 125 Guests

• Spaces for 149 Guests

• Spaces for 220 Guests

The Hyatt Centric Downtown Minneapolis occupies a building with roots stretching back to the early 1900s, when it served the community as the Minneapolis Athletic Club. The hotel's design pays tribute to that heritage through collegiate details and locally inspired artwork, creating a setting that connects the history of the space to its current role as a full-service lifestyle hotel with 154 guest rooms and suites. The property sits in the heart of downtown, with direct access to the city's 11-mile climate-controlled skyway system and within walking distance of US Bank Stadium, First Avenue, Target Center, and Target Field. Private events are hosted across more than 6,900 square feet of function space on the hotel's fifth and sixth floors. Six meeting rooms accommodate groups ranging from intimate board meetings to receptions of up to 200 guests. The MAC Ballroom — named for the property's athletic club history — is the hotel's largest event space at 3,750 square feet, featuring natural light from city-facing windows. SIX15 Bar and Restaurant, serving Nordic-inspired cuisine, provides an on-site dining complement for event programming.