Here is a wonderful list of the Best wedding venues in Minnesota to share with you! There are just so many unique venues, from mansions to hotels, to beautiful modern barns! This list covers most of the best and unique venues in Minnesota that have inspired me as a photographer! I have narrowed down our list as much as I can, as there is no shortage of stunning choices in the Twin Cities!
Whether you’re getting married in a church or chappel, a remodeled barn, or lakeside, it’s going to be an amazing day. I can’t wait to get inspired with you as you look for the most unique minnesota wedding venue!
American Swedish Institute Weddings in Minneapolis, MN
2600 Park Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55407
The inside of the mansion is perfect for a ceremony and gorgeous for an indoor ceremony, but they could also have your outdoor ceremony setting. The courtyard at night looks incredible! The staff from Slate and Stone Catering who manages the weddings here are incredible too! Spaces: The Historic Turnblad Mansion & Contemporary Nelson Cultural Center
WEBSITE / INSTAGRAM / American Swedish Institute Wedding Gallery

American Swedish institute Minnesota Wedding Venue in Minneapolis
Bavaria Downs in Chaska, MN
2600 Park Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55407
European style mansion meets the colorful rolling hills of Minnesota! When I first visited Bavaria Downs I was shocked that this venue existed! Is completely unmatched! The venue feels like a trip to the countryside with the addition of an elegant party!

Bavaria Downs Mansion, front of the building
Equestria West in Chaska, MN
3913 Bavaria Rd, Chaska, MN 55318
One of the new wedding venues in Minnesota, Equestria West is a stunning and unique space to host your event. From an outdoor woodsy space to a modern building for your reception, and the most charming courtyard for your social hour, this venue is sure to inspire you!
Woodland Glasshauss in Chaska, MN
3915 Bavaria Rd, Chaska, MN 55318, United States
This is THE newest wedding venues in Minnesota, Woodland Glasshaus has the ultimate outdoor experience with a glass tent . The most stunning views of rolling hillls, trees, and open sky!! This venue is seasonal but available to make your dreams come true!
Machine Shop in Minneapolis, MN
300 2nd St SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414
This industrial and historic building has so much going for it! We love its modern feel, space and light! The Machine Shop in St Anthony Main Minneapolis is also close to all the cute spots around the Stone Arch Bridge!
WEBSITE / Machine Shop Wedding Gallery
Como Zoo and Conservatory in St Paul, MN
1225 Estabrook Dr, St Paul, MN 55103
The Como Conservatory is a wonderful green and colorful space all year round. They have a variety of spaces inside and outside to have your event. We particularly love the Sunken Garden, where all the seasonal exhibitions happen, you don’t have to worry about the flowers then!
WEBSITE / INSTAGRAM / Como Zoo Wedding Gallery
Minneapolis Institute of Art in Minneapolis, MN
2400 3rd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55404, United States
This is such a favorite of mine! The MIA is a building full of opportunities for cool, unique photos and ample spaces. If you are inspired by art and the coolest architecture check out this place!
LakeWood Memorial Chapel in Minneapolis, MN
3600 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55408, United States
I don’t know who needs to hear about this, but this Chapel is amazing! The architecture inside and outside of the Lakewood Memorial Chapel is unmatched, not to mention the incredible gardens and the reflective pool outside the gardens ! A truly artistic and unique venue.
The Lowlands in St Paul
160 Wabasha St S, St Paul, MN 55107
Everyone’s latest favorite is the Lowlands! Opened in May 2023 by the creators of Paikka, comes this great space in St Paul . The space has a very distinctive West Coast vibe with textured walls, exposed wood ceilings, and cement floors. The natural light abundant venue also features a custom stained-glass window and a curved grand staircase making for a great ambience and photo opportunities. With a capacity to accommodate 250 seated and 400 standing guests, the venue also has a beautiful outdoor terrace with views of the downtown St. Paul buildings!
Lowlands was created with creativity in mind, as shown in the lower levels and their gorgeous plant paradise and lounge. It is definitely a venue worth checking out !

Lowlands Venue- Photo by Laura Alpizar Photography
Grand View Lodge in Nisswa, MN
Lake Weddings are life! I love the drive, the setup, the ambience, everything about a wedding at Grand View Lodge! My most favorite part is that Nisswa is now getting a few more wedding venues and is becoming a more local destination location.
Reedemed Farm in Scandia, MN
21325 Meadowbrook Ave N, Scandia, MN 55073
When it comes to modern white barns, the redeemed farm takes the cake! What a stunning space, inside and all around with the most beautiful green and flower-filled spaces !

Redeemed Farm Wedding Photos
Hidden Greens Event Venue in Hastings, MN
12977 200th St E, Hastings, MN 55033
Minnesota Landscape Arboretum in Chaska, MN
3675 Arboretum Dr, Chaska, MN 55318
The Arboretum is always going to be one of my favorite unique venues, as it has so many different spaces to host a ceremony !
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Other guides you might enjoy when you are browsing for Minnesota Wedding Venues are this Venue Guide for the New Wedding Venues in Minnesota and this wonderful guide for Top 5 Luxury Wedding Venues in Minnesota
About Laura Alpizar Photography
Laura Alpizar is a Minneapolis & St Paul Wedding Photographer specialized in candid and romantic wedding photography all over Minnesota and the Midwest.
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March 6, 2025