The Best Wedding Venues in Clearwater, MN

Nestled in the historic Old Cottage Grove (est. 1843), our hidden gem of a venue offers a picturesque setting for your special event. Our iconic white gothic arched roof dairy barn, built in 1947 by the Vandenberg family, sits on five acres of pastures and oak trees, overlooking a valley with stunning sunsets. The historic John P. Furber Farm, with its Italianate home, has a rich history dating back to the town's founding. Transformed into a gorgeous wedding venue in 2010, this unique space retains its historic charm while offering modern amenities.

The Historic Afton House Inn is the Oldest Hotel in MN Enjoy the Wine Bar-Casual Dining in the bar along with outside dining. - Two Events Spaces for Bridal Showers and Weddings. Enjoy a Beautiful River Cruise for your special Wedding Day or Grooms Dinner.

Rolling Ridge provides a dreamlike location to host events, in an environment that embraces rustic charm, modern elegance and the great outdoors. Bring guests out of the white and sterile venues of yesteryear and into the beauty of nature make your wedding or event experience as enchanting and elegant as your imagination allows.

We have many amazing options for your ceremony site. There are beautiful locations in the apple trees or around one of our ponds. Our 100+-year-old barn is a classic red and white hip roof barn. We have a beautiful 40x60 party tent to host your meal. Come out for a tour, you will not want to miss out!

Reeds & Rushes is a re-imagined, five and a half acre lakeside property in the charming town of Howard Lake. Between the multiple outdoor gathering areas and dock situated on Mallard Pass Lake, and our modern-Scandanavian inspired 7,500 square foot building, you'll have plenty of options when it comes to your all-day wedding or event. Say your "I Do's" outside with a beautiful lakeside back drop or inside in our vaulted ceiling Great Hall. Circulation areas include our Fireside Hall and outdoor patio space with lighted pergolas. Enjoy two getting-ready suites including mini-bars and a golf + sports simulator.

Your wedding day should be perfect, trust us to make certain it is! Our beautiful clubhouse features a wonderful outdoor area and large completely covered patio, full-service banquet kitchen and bar, a large dance floor, tables, chairs, table linens, all the special items you need for your wedding. We offer a stress-free, one stop Wedding Ceremony & Reception shop! Our quaint pavilion, which settles on a lush green lawn surrounded by beautiful mature trees and seasonal flowers, is a wonderful setting for your wedding ceremony. We also offer an indoor fireplace setting for the winter! We can't wait to meet you!

NOW ACCEPTING NEW 2025 & 2026 BOOKINGS Welcome to Delightful Acres Weddings & Events.. Where Nature Meets Elegance Located just North of the Twin Cities, Nestled on 50 acres of breathtaking pristine land, our 2019 built, family-run barn is the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern sophistication. Surrounded by rolling meadows, towering trees, and serene landscapes, our venue offers a magical backdrop for weddings, celebrations, and unforgettable moments. Why Choose Us? • Stunning Natural Setting: Enjoy unparalleled views and endless photo opportunities across our expansive property. • Elegant Barn Space: Featuring high ceilings, rustic wooden beams, and modern amenities, our barn is perfect for any event. • Family-Run Hospitality: We’re here to make your day seamless, stress-free, and truly special. • Endless Possibilities: From intimate gatherings to grand celebrations, we offer flexible spaces to suit your needs.

Celebrate your wedding or celebration aboard one of Al and Alma’s luxury yachts—the Twin Cities’ most unique waterfront venue. Surrounded by Lake Minnetonka’s stunning shoreline, charming islands, and unforgettable sunsets, you and your guests will create memories to last a lifetime. Our expert event planners will ensure every detail is seamless, while your guests enjoy exceptional food, personalized service, and breathtaking views from our award-winning yachts.

The Cottage Farmhouse is your timeless, white barn and outdoor venue located 55 miles west of Minneapolis, MN. From the moment you step onto the grounds, you will experience the beauty of the countryside with all of the reclaimed charm that makes our indoor/outdoor venue ideal for your one-of-a-kind day. We understand the pressure to have a beautiful wedding that is unique and sets you apart while working within the constraints of a budget. With over 350 weddings served and 60,000 guests, let us put our expertise to work for you. We have intentionally planned our spaces to be beautiful in pictures without needing an abundance of decor. You get all the pretty without the big price tag. Affordable elegance, always within your reach.

Leopold's Mississippi Gardens is a waterfront ballroom wedding venue in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Located on the beautiful and historic Mississippi River, the venue offers serenity and privacy within its state-of-the-art event space. Designed for the perfect wedding, we will help you create an event to be remembered for a lifetime.

Experience Pleasant Pastures, where rustic elegance and high-end hospitality come together with you in mind. Established in 2022, we are known for our personalized service, flexible package, and a place where you will feel like family. Pleasant Pastures sits on 64-acres in the gently rolling hills of Hillman, MN owned by The Jennings Family. Samuel and Mindi lovingly care for cattle, sheep, and chickens...all of which you and your guests are welcome to explore. The venue is tucked down in a garden-like setting and is breathtaking in its beauty. The team here at Pleasant Pastures desires to create a lifetime of memories for you! Providing a ceremony site under a giant old oak tree and pond, along with a large commercial tent with concrete floor to host your reception. Enjoy the privacy and intimacy of your garden-style, outdoor wedding, and experience the uniqueness of what Pleasant Pastures has to offer.

WEDDING EVENTS... Our magnificent fleet will provide the perfect setting for the perfect events on Beautiful Lake Minnetonka from the Port of Excelsior, or the Majestic Mississippi River departing from Downtown Minneapolis! From start to finish our team of cruise coordinators will meticulously plan the perfect wedding on the water. The magnificent panorama of water and skyline will heighten the beauty of the wedding ceremony and friends and family will appreciate the spectacular site chosen for their pleasure. Whether a large or intimate gathering is desired, we’ll create a wedding memory to treasure forever. WE OFFER THE PERFECT VENUES FOR: Wedding Ceremonies | Wedding Receptions | Rehearsal Dinners | Engagement Parties | Bridal/Groom Parties | Gift Opening | After Wedding Brunch | Post or Pre Wedding Gatherings and more!

From the moment you set foot on our historic grounds, you’re sure to fall in love with the Heritage Center. Once a country estate, now a charming venue located near the outskirts of downtown Minneapolis, the Heritage Center maintains red barn exteriors, gorgeous courtyards and paired with modern interior event spaces. There are many indoor event spaces to choose from to create your perfect wedding. Our experienced sales team will help you navigate our rooms based on your guest count and what you're looking for as a couple. Each room is unique but all maintain the rustic charm you can come to know throughout our venue.

At Camp Fire Minnesota, your wedding isn’t just an event—it’s an experience filled with nostalgia, adventure, and the magic of the outdoors! Whether you’re a quiet, intimate ceremony tucked among the woods or a joyful celebration complete with campfires, archery, and starlit memories, our scenic property in Excelsior is the perfect place to start your next great adventure together. By hosting your wedding at Camp Fire Minnesota, you’re not only creating unforgettable memories—you’re also making a difference. Your rental directly supports our mission, helping thousands of young people connect with nature, build confidence, and discover who they are. Thank you for choosing a venue that gives back! Our wedding package includes exclusive use of our property and reserved buildings, tables and chairs, outdoor fireplace and firepits, and ample outdoor space with multiple ceremony options!

Equestria West at Bavaria Downs in Chaska, MN, offers a charming and accessible wedding venue. With two elegant ballrooms, a beautiful courtyard, and exceptional food, it’s perfect for creating your dream wedding. Guests are welcomed by a winding road leading to the venue, where the wedding party can get ready in fully-equipped, private dressing rooms. The ceremony can take place in the lush courtyard, featuring greenery and a serene water fountain. For the reception, choose from two banquet halls, accommodating 50 to 400+ guests. The venue’s event planner ensures every detail is tailored to your needs. The onsite culinary team brings 30 years of experience, and there are bars and lounges for guests to enjoy drinks. Cleanup services are also provided.

The Copper Hen is a farm-to-table kitchen and bakery that specializes in making the best from-scratch, French-American comfort food. We utilize local ingredients and have a full cocktail bar to support an award-winning lineup of food and desserts. For your special day we offer two options.

Green Acres is an award winning Wedding & Event Venue conveniently located just 15 minutes southwest of Minneapolis. This lovingly restored historic barn is turnkey with all the modern amenities that include heat, air conditioning, handicap accessible elevator, surround sound, AV, wireless microphone, and theatrical lighting inside and out. Rain or shine, we can accommodate an indoor or outdoor ceremony and a seated reception indoors for up to 225 guests all year round. We have a lovely brick patio, outdoor lounge seating, a s'mores cauldron and a four sided fire pit for those perfect Minnesota evenings. Inside the barn, we have two levels: one for your cocktail/social hour and our upper/main level where the party happens! Green Acres is rustic elegance with stunning chandeliers, soaring Gothic Arch roof of aged timbers, and charming decor. Everything is wheelchair accessible because no one should miss out on the fun!

1924 tutor style granite and slate roof house next to the Mississippi River. Its hosts a tiny home free of charge with an event booking for use of the bride and groom to stay at after the ceremony. It hosts up to 75 guests. Parking is next door at St. Cloud State. The porch can be used in bad weather. This is considered a micro wedding. 2-3 hours max. In and out. No reception. Just the ceremony. If the groom bride want to book the 4 rooms over night they need to book it through Airbnb or pay out of pocket. Again, this is not a wedding reception, only a wedding ceremony and accommodations for up to 10 can stay. Room D holds 2 guests. Room C is the family suite 4 guests. Room B holds 2 and the cabin holds 2.

Please reach out to us on Facebook or through our website! Surrounded by peaceful country vistas, Popple Creek Wedding & Events offers couples a tranquil, park-like outdoor setting for their dream wedding or milestone celebration in Sauk Rapids. This family-run property blends natural beauty with rustic charm, providing rolling pastures, tranquil ponds, and stunning golden sunsets for unforgettable photos. With multiple open-air ceremony locations, a unique grain bin bar, and hands-on coordinator support, it is the perfect canvas for browsing couples looking to design a highly personalized, flexible, and memorable outdoor wedding event.

South Shore Event Center, located in Howard Lake, MN, is a distinguished wedding and event space with a rich history. Originally built in 1904 as Howard Lake's City Hall, it has served the community for over a century. This iconic venue is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and proudly welcomes guests to host their memorable events. Conveniently situated in downtown Howard Lake on Highway 12, it is easily accessible, 35 miles from the Mpls Metro and 16 miles from Buffalo. With a spacious area of 5,000 square feet, South Shore Event Center offers breathtaking views of downtown Howard Lake and the South shores of the lake. The beautifully restored venue, completed in 2019, provides an ideal setting for indoor cocktail and dinner receptions with seating for up to 225 guests. The event center also features pre-function and outdoor patio areas, and elevator access ensures convenience for all attendees. The venue provides bar and linen services and is open to all caterers.

Nestled within 400 acres of pure country and rustic charm, this is the perfect barn wedding venue in Minnesota. On a peaceful hillside overlooking grape vineyards, mile-long manicured old oak forests, and white pines next to a whispering brook, we offer Minnesota's premier barn wedding venue and country special events venue for your custom special event. Enjoy the serenity, peacefulness, and amazing beauty which has been carved out of the forests and developed over the past 100 years.

Discover Your Destination -IN THE HEART OF CHAMPLIN- Located on the majestic Mississippi, the venue offers spectacular waterfront views. It's the perfect setting to host your next party, reception, groom's dinner, reunion or gathering.

Willow Tree winery is a small boutique style winery located just north of the Twin Cities in Ham Lake, Minnesota. Established in 2003 by Jim and Barb Szurek, what started out as a retirement hobby soon became a family business. Jim and Barb operate the winery with help from their son and his family as well as many friends who have pitched in along the way.

Norse Flora offers a serene woodland retreat in the heart of Mora, MN, centered around a thoughtfully restored 1920s farmhouse. The venue combines vintage charm with modern amenities, providing a warm and cozy atmosphere for gatherings. The property features a spacious yard for outdoor events, a dedicated hot tub area for relaxation, making it an ideal location for those seeking a peaceful and private celebration. Offers a backyard ceremony with classic pews, fully shaded oak coverage, and privacy tucked in the tree line with wonderful views to say ''I Do!''. Separate spaces for dining and reception to let your guests enjoy the evening without the staff cleaning up around them. Professionally staged and detailed farmhouse hosts your wedding party suites. The entire 12 acres of flower fields and natural beauty to explore.