Top Minnesota Wedding Shower Venues

• Spaces for 125-300 Guests

2300 square feet of highly customizable, private event space. Featuring a dedicated private bar, exclusive restrooms, projector, atmosphere enhancing LED's and a HI-FI sound system. With seating for up to 120 guests, we are ready and excited to help you host your next event, big or small.

• Spaces for 50-950 Guests
• 2 Ballrooms
• 1 Landmark
• 2 Total Spaces

Featuring stunning décor concepts, this unique space is the perfect location to host your next corporate event, private concert, product launch, fundraiser, wedding, reception or business meeting. Accommodating groups of 25 to 750 guests and conveniently located in the heart of Dinkytown, our talented staff handles every detail, so you don’t have to! With access to the world’s greatest musical entertainment, full-service event production, state-of-the-art lighting and sound, custom menus and mixology, this unique 4,834 square foot venue will exceed the expectations. The Varsity Theater’s distinctive event space is visually stunning, featuring baroque décor, cool masonry, vibrant greenery, a twinkle-lit ceiling and an award-winning restroom. Yes, we said award-winning restroom! The Dinkytown famous grotto-esque restroom allows guests to see and hear the stage, and even order a drink! Host an event in this truly unique Twin City space and make it an event to remember!

• Spaces for 150 Guests

Imagine saying "I do" beneath soaring 20-foot wood plank ceilings adorned with historic cast iron trusses. Picture yourselves surrounded by the timeless elegance of century-old brick pilasters, illuminated by the soft glow of black carriage house sconces and beautiful chandeliers. This is the magic that awaits you at the North Garden Theater, a thoughtfully updated historic venue transformed into the perfect setting for your unforgettable wedding celebration. Accommodating up to 150 guests, the North Garden Theater offers an industrial chic ambiance that is both stylish and versatile. The open-concept layout provides walk-in-the-door elegance with easy possibilities for personalization, allowing you to create a wedding that reflects your unique love story. With built-in features like theatrical lights, sound, and media, a raised stage, dressing rooms, a full bar, and a dedicated catering kitchen, the North Garden Theater has everything you need to host a wedding that is both intimate and unforgettable. ​ Whether you envision a romantic ceremony bathed in soft candlelight or a lively reception filled with laughter and dancing, the North Garden Theater can be your dream wedding venue. Let us help you create a celebration that will be cherished for years to come.

• Spaces for 600-800 Guests
• 2 Ballrooms
• 1 Outdoor
• 3 Total Spaces

Located in the fast growing NE Minneapolis Arts District, Quincy Hall is a historic event center that hosts weddings, non profit, corporate and other large social occasions. Owned and operated by CRAVE Catering which is part of the minority owned Kaskaid Hospitality. Our versatile venue offers a perfect blend of urban charm and elegant style. Ideal for weddings, nonprofit events, and corporate meetings, our space provides a unique backdrop tailored to each occasion. Whether you're planning a dream wedding, a meaningful nonprofit fundraiser, or a polished corporate gathering, we offer flexible layouts, modern amenities, and a dedicated team to ensure your event is seamless and memorable. With an inviting atmosphere and easy accessibility, our venue is the perfect place to create lasting memories. Our venue offers versatile layouts for groups of all sizes. Capacity for a seated meal is 600, with room for 800 at a standing style event. Small groups are welcome as well, with flexible room configurations we can easily create more private, cozy areas without sacrificing the venue’s ambiance. Whether it's a small wedding, a nonprofit board meeting, or a corporate breakout session, we ensure that the entire space feels exclusive and comfortable. Our adaptable design lets you host multiple activities simultaneously or create focused environments that suit the unique needs of your group. Here on Quincy Street you will discover a vibrant neighborhood filled with many local attractions such as craft breweries, fun restaurants, galleries, beautiful photo opportunities and more. All food and beverage service is customizable and provided by CRAVE Catering. We look forward to helping you host your special event!

• Spaces for 250-410 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Event Space
• 1 space at this venue

Located across the Wabasha Street bridge from downtown St. Paul, The Lowlands is an exciting venue with endless possibilities. Our space offers over 10,000 square feet of event space, perfect for conferences, awards banquets, employee appreciation parties, meetings, and weddings. Our expansive, light-flooded upper level is perfect for ceremonies and receptions for up to 250 guests; we offer our elegant lounge with a unique terrarium feature on the lower level; a uniquely designed bar on each floor; two green rooms - perfect for executive/VIP privacy & wedding parties; a beautiful outdoor terrace with views of the downtown skyline and a sunken patio for a more intimate place to enjoy a cocktail or conversation. The Lowlands is a beautiful backdrop for your vision, with all the details accounted for. Events are personal. Your venue should feel that way too.

Great Big Game Show, brought to you by The Escape Game, is a live-hosted game show experience. Two teams come on stage to face off in a battle for points and glory! Great Big Game Show Minneapolis is inside of the famed Mall of America, a 4-level mall with hundreds of food, shopping, and entertainment options. Whether you’re aiming to boost your team’s collaboration or just want a fun team hangout, Great Big Game Show offers a great mix of challenge, collaboration, and connection. Have a birthday coming up? Players celebrating their birthday get their ticket for FREE - just show proof of your date of birth in store. You’ll even get a special spotlight moment during the show that'll make this birthday one-of-a-kind. Directions: From Cedar Ave, take the exit for Killebrew Drive and turn left at the first light. At the end of the road, turn right. Drive straight past L.L.Bean until you reach East Ramp parking garage. Questions? Contact us at Hello@GreatBigGameShow.com or (952) 522-4247!

• Spaces for 300 Guests
• 1 Park

Hyland Hills Ski Area is a unique wedding venue in Minneapolis, Minnesota, situated in the scenic 1,000-acre Hyland Lake Park Reserve. This beautiful chalet offers 40-foot windows, stunning views of the ski slopes, and a warm, welcoming interior. It makes the perfect location for an unforgettable wedding day. Facilities and Capacity Hyland Hills Chalet can seat up to 300 guests. Inside the chalet, the Alpine Room is available for indoor ceremonies and receptions. This welcoming space features a soaring pine ceiling and expansive windows for ample natural light. There are also dressing rooms, restrooms, a sound system, and a dance floor, so you'll have everything you need for a great night's entertainment. An outdoor patio with tables and chairs gives the space an indoor-outdoor feel, and is perfect for yard games or cocktail hour. A second space, the Ridgeview Room, is included with weekend rentals, and can be used for storage or getting ready. Ceremony Options Included in your room rental are ceremony sites indoors or on the Great Lawn. Hyland Hills Ski Area offer an optional picturesque hilltop site for outdoor ceremonies (June 1 - September 30), letting you exchange vows surrounded by breathtaking views. Your guests will be transported to the ceremony site on a chair lift for an extra-special touch. Services Offered The team at Hyland Hills Ski Area will provide you with tables and chairs, an audiovisual system with a projector and screen, and flat-screen TVs. Hyland recommends a DJ or Band to provide your reception sound. An event assistant will be on-site throughout the day to handle anything venue related. For an additional fee, you may also opt for a day-of coordinator, an outdoor PA system, high-top tables, and a range of decor items. The venue is your vendor for all bar services (beer & wine only), and has partnered with some of the best local caterers on our approved catering list to provide your meal.

• Spaces for 8-800 Guests
• 1 Bar
• 5 Hotels
• 5 Total Spaces

ACCOMMODATIONS As the largest full-service, all-suite, hotel in the Northwest metro, the Minneapolis Marriott Northwest provides an experience that is second to none with our 231 newly renovated oversized suites. Our all-suite property offers guests a retreat from a busy meeting day. With 500+ sq. ft. of space, guests will fully enjoy stepping into a spacious living room and separate bedroom. CONFERENCE AND EVENT CENTER Inspired meeting and event spaces await you at the Minneapolis Marriott Northwest. Our conference and event center features over 63,000 square feet of space offering 27 versatile and elegant spaces, extensive foyer and pre-function areas for tradeshows, registration, or receptions. Our Chef-curated food and beverage options, in-house audio-visual providers, Marriott certified conference and event planners and dedicated staff make our facility ideal for business or social events. Spaces range in size from our grand 8,000 sq. ft. Northland Ballroom, to our more intimate meeting and boardrooms. No matter your needs we have the perfect setting for your next gathering. WADSWORTH LOUNGE & RESTAUR ANT OPEN DAILY FOR BREAKFAST AND DINNER Escape to Wadsworth’s Lounge and Restaurant for signature cocktails, local brews and regionally inspired cuisine prepared from the freshest ingredients.

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.

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.

Welcome to The Pheal Studio, where the focus is on the power of art, healing, community, and growth. A total inclusive flexible arts and event space that offers a wide array of constantly growing amenities in a bright and uplifting space. With south facing windows and a lofted ceiling with exposed beams, you get all day natural light. Located just blocks away from Bed Maka Ska, the convince of dedicated parking as well as free and metered street parking, your guests will find the ease of access calming on busy West Lake Street.

• 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.

Dehn's pumpkins and events is a large scale Fall Festival that also hosts year-round birthday parties and Quinceañera's. In addition we also are the venue hosts for Mudgirl and Mudfactor and the largest snowmobile vintage Midwest ride in event. We are a new unique venue with over 250 plus acres of opportunity for all sorts of events.

• Spaces for 40-2,000 Guests
• 5 Bars
• 7 Event Spaces
• 1 Venue with Activities

Target Center isn’t just the home court of the Timberwolves and Lynx. Boasting contemporary space design, impressive views of the downtown Minneapolis skyline, and much more, it’s the perfect setting for your extraordinary event. Choose from seven newly renovated restaurant and bar spaces, with options for break-out rooms, arena floor access, and backstage tours.

• Spaces for 10-400 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Bar
• 3 Total Spaces

The Waterfront Event Center at Izatys Resort offers the ultimate setting for your corporate event, wedding, or banquet! Meeting, banquet, and gathering space centrally located in Minnesota, Izatys is only 90 minutes from the metro area, nestled on the south shore of Mille Lacs Lake. Let us help you plan your perfect event! Izatys’ 18-hole Black Brook Course is located on acres of natural water and marsh hazards, native deciduous trees, and undulating greens. Black Brook Golf Course is a golfer’s treat! It has a rich history of hosting local, regional, and state championships. With its multiple tee lengths, it provides a beautiful and exciting up-north golf experience for golfers of all ages and abilities. Whether you’re planning a golf outing for 8 tee times, or a tournament for 400 people, let us help you plan a great outing. A golf outing is an excellent way to build relationships with friends, business colleagues, or customers. It is a great day for fun, relaxation, friendly competition, and also helps in building teamwork. Our professional staff is dedicated to assisting you with all your golf planning needs from lodging, exceptional banquet planning, and meeting planning. The Inn at Izatys is a modern, 28-room hotel, with ground level patio, cozy outdoor firepit overlooking the golf course, and easy access to the clubhouse. Izatys Resort features a 147-slip marina with a protected harbor, including 40 slips available for rental and a concrete boat ramp during the boating season. Bring your own boat and equipment, or take advantage of our rental options, including pontoons, kayaks, and paddle boards. The Mille Lacs area has some of the lake’s top guides for fishing guides and launch services. Whether it’s a full or half-day trip for groups ranging from two to twenty, the Mille Lacs Lake fishing experience awaits you. Famous for its Walleye and trophy-sized Muskie, Pike, and Smallmouth Bass, Mille Lacs offers a premier fishing experience.

Young Joni is James Beard award-winning chef Ann Kim's restaurant located in Northeast Minneapolis. The menu is inspired by wood fire cooking and features a diverse array of globally influenced dishes and signature pizzas. Tucked discreetly behind the restaurant is the back bar, serving craft cocktails, pizzas, and analog vibes in a warm setting. Take a walk down the alley alongside Young Joni and look for the red light. From cocktail parties and birthday bashes to corporate gatherings and modern weddings, we would love to host your next soireé in one of our spaces.

• Spaces for 40-250 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 3 Total Spaces

The Catalyst Event Center at Nature Link Resort is a modern, light-filled space designed to inspire connection, creativity, and celebration. With sweeping views of Clark Lake and surrounded by the beauty of Minnesota’s Northwoods, Catalyst offers the perfect blend of contemporary design and natural serenity. Floor-to-ceiling windows flood the room with natural light, while high ceilings and versatile layouts allow for everything from intimate gatherings to large-scale events. Whether you’re planning a wedding, retreat, or corporate meeting, Catalyst provides a sophisticated yet inviting setting where fast lives slow down. Paired with our on-site lodging, curated dining, and endless outdoor activities, your event becomes more than a moment—it becomes an experience that your guests will never forget.

• 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 70-150 Guests
• 3 Hotels
• 1 Ballroom
• 3 Total Spaces

The Westin Minneapolis offers a grand and distinctive setting for weddings, meetings, and social gatherings in the heart of downtown. Housed within a beautifully restored historic building, the venue features dramatic ballrooms and flexible meeting spaces defined by soaring ceilings, architectural character, and thoughtful layouts. These spaces accommodate everything from formal galas to corporate conferences and private celebrations with ease. Onsite catering and dedicated event services support seamless planning, while comfortable guest rooms and wellness-focused amenities enhance the overall guest experience. With its blend of historic presence, modern functionality, and central location, this venue provides a memorable backdrop for events of every scale and style.

• Spaces for 350-450 Guests