Top Oakdale Venues

• Spaces for 170-220 Guests

Welcome to The Refuge Event Space – Where Community Meets Celebration 📍 1909 Ivy Ave East The Refuge Event Space is a clean, modern venue thoughtfully designed for unforgettable moments, whether you're hosting a vibrant kids’ party, a professional meeting, or an elegant banquet. With a flexible open layout, natural light, and essential amenities, our space adapts to your unique vision. Located in a convenient and accessible area, we offer a secure environment with camera surveillance and easy access via lockbox. We go the extra mile to ensure every guest feels safe, supported, and inspired. Let The Refuge be the backdrop for your next meaningful gathering,

• Spaces for 200-275 Guests

Situated in an old mattress factory, PAIKKA is a modern venue in an old setting. We specialize in unique, customized events that cater to our clients' individual personalities. From weddings and corporate galas to artist markets and music events, the space fits any type of event! PAIKKA is located in the beautiful Vandalia Tower complex at 550 Vandalia St. in Saint Paul, MN.

• Spaces for 20-10,000 Guests
• 5 Museums
• 5 Landmarks
• 2 Outdoor Spaces

Located in the heart of St. Paul, Union Depot is a sophisticated and versatile venue for a variety of private events, including weddings, fundraisers, galas, and conferences and more. The largest of seven available event spaces, the Waiting Room is a masterpiece featuring an intricately detailed vaulted ceiling and polished marble floors. All seven event spaces offer unique charm and functionality. Whether you're planning a romantic wedding ceremony, a lively cocktail hour, an elegant dinner reception, or a corporate conference, these versatile spaces can be tailored to meet your specific needs. Choose Union Depot for your event, where the historic charm and adaptable spaces combine to create lasting memories, regardless of the occasion. Please contact us for more information.

The M is more than a museum, more than brick and mortar. Minnesota Museum of American Art is an inclusive community arts center for all who call the Twin Cities home. In addition to offering exhibitions and programs in the new museum facility, the museum partners with artists, schools, libraries, and cultural organizations around the state to bring the M into Minnesota communities.

• Spaces for 420-680 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Located in the heart of downtown, St. Paul Event Center is a sleek, modern venue designed for weddings, quinceañeras, corporate events, and celebrations of all kinds. With 14,000 square feet of flexible space, we accommodate everything from intimate gatherings of 50 to large-scale events with seating for up to 420 guests or standing room for 680. What sets us apart? It’s not just the space—it’s the experience. We include high-end sound, customizable lighting, stylish lounge furniture, and everything you need to create a stunning event without hidden costs. Our flexible policies allow you to bring in your favorite vendors, so your event reflects your style. Plus, with discounted attached parking, your guests can arrive stress-free. Whether you’re planning a romantic wedding, a high-energy quinceañera, or a polished corporate gala, we’re here to make it seamless. Let’s bring your vision to life—reach out for a tour!

Whether you are having a small meeting or a large event, our beautiful, spacious building, located on historic Summit Avenue in St. Paul, has a variety of rooms to meet all of your needs at a very affordable rate. Depending on the room and style of set-up that you choose, we can fit anywhere from 20-470 people. We also have AV equipment, podiums, microphones, LCD projectors available to you at no charge. There is ample, free off-street parking located in our private parking lot, and there is also plenty of street parking near our building.

• Spaces for 500-720 Guests

​Built in 1905, the Connolly Shoe Factory was renovated in 2016 to become JX Venue, one of the largest event venues in Minnesota. JX Venue boasts 14,000 sq. feet of event space and has a capacity of up to 720 guests. The venue is perfect for large weddings, small celebrations and everything in between. Purposely ambiguous, the name “JX” is defined by the first class events that are hosted within the exposed brick walls. Clients have access to an unparalleled multimedia experience, optical illusion photo booth and a state of the art sound and light system. The space is dynamic, bursting with modern luxuries, while still celebrating the historic charm of the building. Every celebration feels intimate as the space is customized to match the exact vision and needs of the client.

• Spaces for 175-200 Guests

Loft 214 boasts 4,000 sq feet of event space and has a capacity to hold up to 300 guests. The venue is perfect for weddings and intimate functions.

Dynamically designed as the ultimate destination for leisure and business, and the only hotel connected to the airport, this stunning new property is also accessible by direct road with dedicated parking or light rail. Relax in sophisticated guestrooms, indulge at Elevations luxury spa, dine in 3 outstanding restaurants, or host an event in 30,000 of meeting space. The hotel is conveniently located only 20 minutes to the downtowns of Minneapolis or St. Paul and 5 minutes to Mall of America.

• Spaces for 275 Guests

Urban Daisy is a premier wedding and event venue located in NE Minneapolis, Minnesota. Urban Daisy features 11,500 square feet of space with 17-foot-high ceilings, polished concrete floors, and large windows that create a bright and modern aesthetic. The industrial-chic decor is perfect for ceremonies of all sizes, accommodating up to 270 guests for both intimate gatherings and grand celebrations. Also featuring our Daisy Cocktail Space, which boasts glass garage doors, live trees, a greenery ceiling display, a disco ball wall, a daisy wall, and beautiful built-in bar with quartz countertops. Located just above the cocktail space is the Mezzanine Lounge, offering a fully furnished area for relaxation. We also have 2 amazing suites for getting ready onsite! We are thrilled to announce our new All-Inclusive Luxury Intimate Wedding Package taking place on December 7th, 2024. Please contact us for more details and pricing! Tables, Madison Cross Back chairs, or Sofia Ghost Chairs are available and can be situated into any arrangement you prefer. Caterers have full access to the property’s kitchen.

• Spaces for 150-300 Guests

The ORIGINAL Annex studio space in Minneapolis, since 2017! 14,000 sq ft of gorgeous space. Can fit up to 300 guests. 5 person make-up room, dressing room, adorable open kitchen area, smooth polished concrete floors, surface lot parking for 60 cars.

• Spaces for 300-550 Guests

The features of 26’ tall ceilings with white walls, and many windows and skylights give the space gorgeous natural light throughout, while the exposed gray beams, polished concrete floor, color changing LED lighting, and a totally open floor plan create a fun industrial modern vibe that is fully customizable to any event. There are also many included amenities that you will find complimentary with the space rental, and our industry event professionals are ready to help plan your event, making your experience less complicated and much more enjoyable.

Built in 1858, The Grand embraces the historic beauty of the brownstone style with a touch of modern elegance. The room features an open floor plan and an all glass atrium that leads guests to a lush garden patio. This stunning space ban be easily transformed to fit your special event's vision.

• Spaces for 85 Guests

The Revel Room is a unique, intimate, NE Minneapolis event space ready to celebrate with you! Reach out for information on how we can host your wedding, reception, shower, corporate meeting, holiday party, or any other private event you can imagine. Need help? We've got an expert team ready to support!

• Spaces for 350-450 Guests

• Spaces for 8,000-12,000 Guests
• 1 Event Space

The View is the latest addition to the Minneapolis Event Centers' portfolio. This venue features a spacious, customizable floor plan and is awash with abundant natural light. Accents of the building's history, such as exposed brick and original wood flooring, give the space a rustic, organic feel. This space is an open canvas for your wedding, meeting, social event or reception.

The Riverside at Minneapolis Event Centers celebrates the renovation of a historic building overlooking the river front. A custom-made fiber optic chandelier is the focal point of the room. Abundant natural light, elevated ceilings, and stunning views of downtown fuse to create a magically inviting space. Riverside offers a highly unique and versatile space for special events and production.

In the Logan Park neighborhood of Northeast Minneapolis, Earl Giles offers a variety of flexible event opportunities! From custom cocktail classes, birthday parties, rehearsal dinners and even full buyout weddings, we pride ourselves on making your experience customizable to your vision! Please reach out with your party inquiry for more information!

• Spaces for 250-357 Guests

Mill District Event Spaces offers sophisticated, historic event spaces in the heart of downtown Minneapolis—each designed to elevate weddings, corporate gatherings, and social celebrations with unmatched character and flexibility. Nestled within the iconic Mill District neighborhood, our spaces blend modern elegance with the district’s storied architectural charm, creating an unforgettable backdrop for every event. From intimate ceremonies to large-scale receptions, Mill District Event Spaces features multiple unique venues including refined indoor spaces with exposed brick and soaring ceilings, sun-filled prefunction lounges, and a stunning rooftop terrace overlooking Minneapolis’ most iconic landmarks. Guests enjoy seamless flow, thoughtful design, and a warm, inviting ambiance that naturally enhances every moment. With full-service catering, an adjacent 4-star luxury hotel, and rooftop spa amenities, Mill District Event Spaces delivers a complete event experience—beautifully tailored, exceptionally executed, and unforgettable from start to finish.