September 15, 2023
Your venue sets the scene for your wedding, so where you decide to host it matters! But don’t feel discouraged if you’re still unsure what kind of venue you imagine – I’m here to help! Here are some beautiful, unique wedding venues in Minnesota that don’t sacrifice elegance, charm, or style.

Firstly, Urban Daisy is an elegant but industrial space in Northeast Minneapolis, perfect for modern, contemporary weddings. With high ceilings, unique fixtures, and copious amounts of space, you can totally transform Urban Daisy into the wedding of your dreams. Its airy, industrial vibes are neat and clean, with a sleek built-in bar and a lofted lounge area with stylish furnishings.
There are also two suites where you, your partner, and your wedding parties can get ready for the day. They have lots of bright light and plenty of mirrors. Additionally, there are separate spaces for your ceremony and reception, with room for your favorite people to join in your celebrations.

Willow Brooke Farm offers all of the rustic charm of a barn wedding but with the sophistication of an elegant event space. Situated on 80 scenic acres that feature horses and a vineyard, it’s the perfect place for a wedding for up to 300 guests. Host your ceremony amidst the vines in the vineyard or in the rustic historic barn with its rich wooden interior.
The White Willow Barn is a spacious event room with white shiplap walls, soaring ceilings, and elegant chandeliers. Make a weekend of your wedding and rent out Willow Brooke Farm’s Farmhouse. It sleeps up to 7 adults and sits just steps away from your wedding festivities.

Just one hour north of Minneapolis, Pinewood is a modern woodland escape with all the amenities you’ll need to host a fabulous wedding. Inspired by nearly a decade of experience in the wedding industry, every detail has been carried out with elegant weddings in mind. Host your ceremony outdoors, nestled between the event center and acres of towering pine forests. Or, you can host indoors in a bright, airy, and comfortable space.
There are two “getting ready” suites on separate floors, so your path won’t cross with your partner’s before you’re ready. The event space is modern, with sleek concrete floors, minimalistic light fixtures, and huge windows. The windows bring the natural beauty of the surrounding forest into your event space.

Redeemed Farm is a faith-based farmstead reimagined as a venue for beautiful one-of-a-kind weddings. With room for up to 175 guests, you can say “I do” in the vineyards or in the breathtaking Historic Barn Loft. It looks like a room from the underbelly of a grand old ship!
The Stable is a bright and airy all-white barn space ideal for ceremonies or as a dance floor when paired with the winery-inspired Dinner Reception Room. The Reception Room has whitewashed walls, beautiful lighting, and a cozy space to gather with your closest friends and family as you share your first meal as a married couple.

Lastly, Equestria West is an equestrian-inspired venue without the feel of a rustic barn. This luxury venue exudes “classic luxury with a modern twist.” Host your ceremony in their wooded ceremony space, surrounded by trees and woodlands, or perhaps in their open courtyard. Furthermore, indoor ceremonies are held in the small ballroom, a charming and intimate reflection of the main ballroom.
Both ballrooms have two-tiered chandeliers and gorgeous stone fireplaces that add a cozy touch to a ceremony or reception. The massive, stylish Belmont Suite is a must-see for brides (or grooms) who need plenty of space for pampering and getting ready for the big day ahead.
If you’re feeling inspired by any of these unique wedding venues in Minnesota, reach out and set up a tour to see the space for yourself in person!
Then, when you’re ready to daydream about wedding photos, shoot me a message! I would love to photograph your wedding, wherever you decide to host it.
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