The Best Wedding Vendors in Elk River, MN

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1000+ Wedding Vendors in Elk River, MN

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DJ Sound Productions & Entertainment, LLC 
Rating: 4.6 (18 reviews)
Elk River, MN
  • DJ
  • Starts at $675
  • Offer

We specialize in making your wedding day the most epic celebration ever since 1998! Our passion for excellence is what sets us apart from the rest. We don’t do boring here – our tailored approach means that we cater to your unique style and preferences, creating a wedding that’s as unique as you are making it the most unforgettable experience imaginable. We provide a professional and polished performance that will keep your guests on the dance floor all night long. A DJ Sound Productions wedding is what every Bride desires! So what are you waiting for? Let’s create the wedding of your dreams and make it a party that nobody will ever forget!

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"We had our wedding on Oct 3rd, 2025 at a new barn venue in Northern minnesota, Northwoods Events. It was VERY remote. Many other DJs said no, they either wouldnt do it, couldn't. Or their prices were 4k to 6k. Enter DJ Sound Productions. Our DJ was Luke! Our ceremony was in the middle of no where! They had the speakers with wireless mics for amazing sound out in the woods! The woods! It was our dream ceremony and location and they made it happen. When this went sideways with the time line, our DJ got things going, he played every song we requested, and guests stayed longer than expected! They were VERY thorough in the planning, and our final meeting put it all together! What an amazing experience and the ability to bring it all together by our DJ and this company, thats priceless, but they did it at an affordable price for us. Every penny is worth it and we are forever grateful!"
Sarah, 9 months ago
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Sevi Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
Elk River, MN
  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,300

Hi! I’m Danielle, a fun, upbeat wedding photographer with 8 years of experience capturing real, joy-filled moments for couples who love colorful, candid images that feel true to them. I provide a supportive, easy-going photography experience for couples and families who want to feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera. Sevi Photography is currently booking 2026 weddings, and I’d love the opportunity to capture your day! I offer ALL INCLUSIVE wedding packages, making your decision making simple and eliminating worries of "running out of time" on your wedding day.

Awarded Best of Zola
Danielle is absolutely amazing! She is everything you'd want in a wedding photographer and more. We went with Danielle for both our engagement and wedding photos, and I couldn't have asked for better pictures. We received our wedding sneak peeks the same weekend, and it was amazing to see her work with such a quick turnaround. She is creative, great to work with, easy to communicate with, and does an excellent job of organizing big groups and making everyone feel comfortable. I would recommend Danielle over and over again for any event!
Megan K., 2 years ago
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Haiku Flower Studio 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Florist
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Elk River, MN

Haiku Flower Studio creates artful flowers for the modern eye. I'm Amber, a florist, flower grower, and fine artist inspired by nature, sculpture, and Japanese aesthetics. I love designing with seasonal flowers for each couple's unique vision.

Amber was absolutely incredible in helping my wife and me plan our wedding. She went above and beyond—visiting the venue, considering the room’s colors, and even factoring in the time of day for our ceremony and reception. Her attention to detail and ability to coordinate the perfect colors and themes brought our vision to life flawlessly. We couldn't have asked for a better experience and would wholeheartedly choose her again!
Alexander T., 21 days ago
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P&P Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
Elk River, MN
  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,200

Paige has had her hand in photography since the age of 16, taking many photography composition classes. Her passion to build these relationships with her client is to get them comfortable in front of the lens. She is a diverse photographer that loves both the serene country back roads and the hustle and bustle of the city. She believes that every love story is unique and should be treated as such, from capturing the details of the invitation, rings, first look & then all the way through to the toast at the reception and first dances. It’s the details that create the story and the ever-lasting memory to last a lifetime.

Paige took my husband and my engagement photos and did our wedding photography as well! The pictures turned out amazingly and we could not be happier!
Heather, a year ago
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Flowers Plus of Elk River 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
Elk River, MN
  • Florist
  • Starts at $500

When you need flowers delivered by a professional florist, Flowers Plus is here for you! Delivering fresh flower arrangement in Elk River and surrounding areas. We have an expansive array of flowers, plants and gifts to suit any occasion, and our experienced staff can work with you to create a one-of-a-kind gift you’re sure to love.

Nick and I booked at the Flower Plus of Elk River and recieved great customer service, beautiful flower displays and a wonderful whole experience! Here is a picture of me and my flower girl. Sending out a HUGE Thank you to Sam and her team!
Mallory L., a year ago
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Teagan Franz Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
Elk River, MN
  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,200

Congratulations on your engagement! Planning a wedding is such an incredible time in your life! We are a husband and wife photographer team for weddings, so you'll get twice the laughs while taking photos and the peace of mind knowing we are helping you keep your day on schedule with all your planners! Being married with two kids of our own, we completely understand the craziness of the wedding world. We want to help make everything on your big day as exciting and as magical as you've envisioned since you were a child! We believe that two is better than one.

We could not have had a better photography experience at our wedding! Teagan was our main photographer with her husband as our 2nd photographer. They work so well together and everything ran smoothly. Teagan was fun, friendly, and connected with our group perfectly. We had a bounce house at our wedding and she got right in there take photos in it! We did have issues with our DJ, and Teagan made sure to advocate for us and our schedule to make sure the evening flowed perfectly. We cannot thank her enough for that! We met with her prior to the wedding to finalize details and the schedule, and she made sure to incorporate everything we wanted, even giving suggestions we hadn’t thought about and loved! We love looking back on our photos and cannot thank her enough for how perfect they turned out!
LeeAnna A., 4 years ago
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Kerri Ann Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (41 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,695
  • Serves Elk River, MN

My name is Kerri Kurz and I can't wait to meet you! Before we meet I want to tell you a little bit about me. I have a degree in Professional Wedding and Portrait Photography from Hennepin Technical College and I have been creating photographic memories since 2002. I continue my education by attending classes and seminars throughout the year. Attending these classes helps me stay on top of the latest trends in the business and allows me to give you the best creative gift I have to offer!

Awarded Best of Zola
Kerri Ann was communicative from the start of the whole wedding process. She helped us, as we were wedding planning, make a mock schedule of how the day could flow. She was always willing to go the extra mile for us. She accomendated us when we said we wanted our engagement photos in Duluth, Minnesota. We met with her a couple of weeks before the wedding to make a plan of all the different photographs we wanted as a couple and she was attentive and made notes to ensure we got all the photos we wanted for our special day. On our wedding day, Kerri and Ava, helped so much with us staying on schedule and getting all the photos we wanted. Ava helped get all the groomsmen photos while Kerri got all the bridal party ones. Having 2 photographers helped so much on the day of. We got our photos back really quickly and they all turned out amazing. It's hard to pick a favorite as well as which ones we'll want to hang up since we love so many of them. Thanks so much, Kerri and Ava, for all you did on our wedding day!
Kelley L., 9 months ago
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Devyn Lempke Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (38 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Elk River, MN

Since 2011, I've been capturing all kinds of love. I work with you to bring your dream vision for your wedding day to life, and to make sure it's captured in a timeless way that you can look back on for decades to come. I work with you to capture photos that are authentic to you and your story, while also ensuring that you are comfortable and having a great time! I don't just want to be your photographer - I also want to be your friend and someone you can trust and connect with during the biggest moments of your life.

Awarded Best of Zola
Devyn has been with our family from the start for ALL the big things. She has done photos for our engagement, wedding, adoption announcement, newborn photos AND our first Mother’s Day! I can’t recommend Devyn enough to my friends that are looking for a photographer that can make you feel comfortable, loved and heard. As a queer couple, we always have to keep in mind small businesses that are inclusive for our family, and that is Devyn. Thank you Devyn for your wonderful work and just being an overall amazing human. We can’t wait for our next session!
Sara S., 2 years ago
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Roxee Bridal HMU 
Rating: 5.0 (24 reviews)
  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 15
  • Starts at $750
  • Serves Elk River, MN

My name is McKinzee, but most people know me as Roxee! I am the lead HMUA and proud owner of the Roxee Brand. With 15+ years of experience in the beauty industry, I am here to use my expertise to help you every step of the way as you navigate planning your bridal beauty vision! Myself and my team of fairy glam mothers bring the magic to you on the big day! We take care of all your important beauty needs. From our trial, to your complimentary bridal blowout and mini facial, to your custom beauty timeline! We are here to take your stress away, and make your special day, as beautiful as it can be!

Awarded Best of Zola
Do you want a HMUA who responds quickly, communicates well, and answers all of your questions (even when you ask a million of them)? Do you want a HMUA who is committed to making your wedding day PERFECT from trial to morning of? Do you want a HMUA who is fun to be around and makes you feel comfortable? Do you want a HMUA who has a FANTASTIC team to take care of your bridesmaids? Shout out to Hannah and Madeleine!! Do you want a HMUA who goes above and beyond to make your day special? Then LOOK NO FURTHER!! McKinzee and her team are the best in the business, they are hair and makeup GODDESSES!! On my wedding day, I felt like a princess and an absolute rockstar all at the same time!! McKinzee gave us all touch up kits and made sure we looked FLAWLESS! She is truly passionate and cares about her brides and it shows!!! Her pricing is extremely reasonable and includes gratuity so you dont have to worry about doing any math!! I got complements on my hair & makeup ALL NIGHT!! Please do yourself a favor and call Roxee if you want to feel FLAWLESS on your wedding day!!
Dominique H., a year ago
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Mind Of Mo Weddings & Events 
Rating: 5.0 (23 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,595
  • Serves Elk River, MN

Mind of Mo Photography offers classical, elegant, personalized Engagement and Wedding Photography. With multiple photographers on staff, we have the experience and availability to make your wedding day unforgettable. Our family run business aims to treat your wedding with as much love, devotion, and care as you do. Our style continues to be relaxed, laid-back, and candid - our edits are natural and we believe couples take the best photos when they are relaxed and having fun! ​We offer affordable options, & payment plans with flexible deposits are always available. We bring a good energy and calming presence to the weddings we photograph.

Awarded Best of Zola
Allie was our photographer for the day and she did absolutely amazing. She fit right in with my family and friends, and guests thought Allie and I were long time friends. With our wedding being a bit unique with timing and events, Allie did not hesitate to give direction, help where needed, and kept me cool calm and collected. She even jumped in the bounce house with us, truly going above and beyond! The sneak peeks of the photos were breathtaking and brilliant. She did a marvelous job of capturing the moments, stolen kisses, and my loud eccentric faces.
Tara M., 9 months ago
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Trustworthy Music DJ 
Rating: 4.9 (20 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,395
  • Serves Elk River, MN

Trustworthy Music DJ is an experienced, professional, full-service DJ & lighting company with multiple DJs to help you celebrate your wedding. We have amazing DJs in Farmington, Lakeville, Minneapolis, Stillwater, Blaine, & Rochester, Minnesota as well as Stockholm & Siren, Wisconsin.

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We booked through Steve upfront and he was so terrific to work with on initial arrangements. Our DJ, Drew, was absolutely fantastic! He handled both our ceremony and reception music, and everything was seamless from start to finish. The ceremony music was perfect, the timing was exactly right, and he helped create the exact feeling we wanted for the day. He used my Spotify playlists as inspiration for our pre-ceremony and cocktail hour music, so those moments felt completely like us and set the perfect vibe from the beginning. For the reception, he did an amazing job reading the room, keeping the energy going, and making sure everything flowed without us ever having to worry about what was happening next. One of the things we appreciated most was how much he cared about making the day personal. He worked behind the scenes with our officiant and friends on a few surprises, and those little moments ended up meaning so much to us. We wanted our wedding to feel relaxed, personal, and like a true celebration with our favorite people, and Drew played such a big part in creating that atmosphere. We are so glad he was part of our day and would absolutely recommend him!
Heidi M., a month ago
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Erica Johanna Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (20 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Elk River, MN

Hello! I'm Erica and I am based in Minnesota but travel all over! I love fun adventures, traveling to new places, meeting people and learning about their unique experiences - a big part of why I love photography! I specialize in wedding and engagement portraits and love working with my couples throughout the whole wedding planning process.

Awarded Best of Zola
We truly couldn’t have asked for a better wedding photographer than Erica! Not only is her work absolutely stunning and artistic, but she was also such a fun and calming presence on our big day. She kept everything running smoothly, helped guide us through every moment, and made us feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera. Her attention to detail and willingness to go above and beyond made such a difference. We are beyond grateful for the memories she captured and would recommend her to anyone looking for gorgeous photos and an incredible experience!
Hattie K., a year ago
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The Gardens Of Castle Rock 
Rating: 5.0 (17 reviews)
Northfield, MN
  • Venue
  • Up to 300 guests
  • Select services
  • Outdoor
  • Starts at $6,450
  • Offer

The Gardens of Castle Rock provides a beautiful setting for outdoor wedding ceremonies, receptions, and special events. Located in the lower south metro, The Gardens is a short distance from the Twin Cities. The Gardens welcomes all! Couples that are looking to express who they are and share with family and friends in an environment that is grounded in beauty, nature and design. Where personal expressions are manifested in the ability to create an event that is truly unique. An event that is an extension of your values and beliefs found in your relationship. Come join us! Embrace passion and celebrate love at The Gardens.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Sophisticated wine experience
  • Dressing room available
  • Caters to out-of-town guests

Venue considerations

  • Dance floor not included
  • Not for you if you prefer a more modern aesthetic
  • Large venue, not ideal for small guest lists
Awarded Best of Zola
This venue is straight out of a dream — magical, natural, and beautifully maintained. From the moment my now-husband and I visited, we felt it was fate. Glenn and the staff were with us every step of the way for nearly two years, offering incredible communication and support to ensure our wedding day was seamless. We chose the Lath House for our ceremony, and it was the perfect choice. The multiple photo locations are stunning, and we couldn't have picked a more enchanting place to start our forever.
Ashley P., a year ago
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Keighla's Fresh Face Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves Elk River, MN

Keighla’s Fresh Face Photography has been all about real connection, genuine moments and photos that feel like you. I bring years of experience and a love for creativity into every shoot, but what really lights me up is getting to know my couples and turning clients into friends. I’m not just here to take pretty pictures—I’m here to get to know you. Like, real actual friends kind of know you. My goal isn’t to build a portfolio, it’s to tell your story, exactly as it felt. I bring a calm energy to the day, help build a relaxed timeline, and make sure the focus stays where it belongs: on you two soaking it all in and having the best day ever.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the very beginning, Kaleigh brought a calm, steady presence that allowed us to feel completely at ease on our wedding day. Looking through our photos, we’re struck not only by how beautiful they are, but by how genuinely they reflect the emotion and atmosphere of the day. Kaleigh has an incredible ability to capture quiet, meaningful moments alongside joyful movement and celebration. The natural light, thoughtful composition, and attention to detail give our photos a timeless quality that feels effortless rather than staged. Every image feels intentional and true to how the day actually felt. What truly set Kaleigh apart, though, was her professionalism and composure. We experienced a few unexpected moments during our ceremony, and she handled everything with such grace and discretion. If it affected her at all, she never let it show - and even more importantly, she made sure we never felt it. Her calm presence allowed us to stay fully present, which meant more than we can put into words. Kaleigh was attentive without ever being intrusive, supportive without drawing attention, and deeply respectful of the emotions of the day. These photographs don’t just document our wedding they absolutely preserve the feeling of it. We are incredibly grateful for her care, artistry, and professionalism, and we would wholeheartedly recommend her to any couple looking for photographs that feel both refined and deeply personal.
Anne M., 7 months ago
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Alexandra Robyn Photo + Design 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves Elk River, MN

Hi, there! I am Allie, an internationally published fine art photographer. What's unique to my craft is the focus on small details to tell the complete story of your love. From your candid laughs together to the way your grandmother's eyes well with tears when she sees you walk down the aisle - no detail is too small. We’ve had so many sweet couples from around the world trust us - from our own backyard in MN to the Coasts & even Internationally. I've had the honor of being nominated as the Top 3 Photographers in MN & the experience of photographing over 150 weddings. But each feels completely unique & gives me the joy of butterflies

Awarded Best of Zola
First, we were immediately drawn to Allie’s timeless, bright, and airy photography style. From the moment that we spoke with Allie during our phone consultation, we felt very comfortable with her and knew she would be the perfect fit as our wedding photographer! Allie photographed our engagement session in downtown Stillwater, a boudoir session (Allie also designed a keepsake boudoir book that I gave to my husband as his wedding gift), and our wedding day. Throughout all of the sessions, Allie was kind, warm, patient, gave us helpful prompts/poses, and guided us every step of the way! Whenever I had questions regarding photography, Allie was very responsive and provided wonderful customer service. She also helped us to create a detailed photography timeline and shot list for the wedding day. On the wedding day, Allie and her second shooter were very professional, prepared, and helped to keep everyone on track, including the bridal party and our families. After the wedding, we received way more photos than we were expecting in our online gallery, which were beautifully edited with her special touch. Allie exceeded our expectations and went above and beyond in all areas. We’ll cherish our photos for years to come and highly recommend Alexandra Robyn Photo & Design!
Jessica P., 2 years ago
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Ariel Rose Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,300
  • Serves Elk River, MN

Hey!! I'm Ariel, a Wedding, Senior, and Family photographer based in Southeastern Minnesota. I love to capture every special moment, especially weddings! I would love to be considered to be a part of your big day! I love to highlight all of the little details of your wedding while still capturing all of the staple moments. I'm very outgoing, and up for any adventure, and always excited to travel! My editing style is very natural, I want to keep it true to color, while still enhancing the image's beauty. Thanks for checking out my page! I would love to hear from you soon!! :)

Awarded Best of Zola
Ariel was the absolute BEST of the BEST to work with for our wedding!!! We spend endless times meeting with someone who felt like the right fit and upon finding Ariel she was so wonderful, punctual and bubbly to work with! We had her also take our engagement photos as her packages fit tailored to what our needs and wants were. When she had done her photos for the wedding from beginning to end was amazing attention to detail. She made it feel stress free and worked so hard to capture the magic of our day. When we received our photos it was breathtaking and we feel so happy to have these pictures for a lifetime. We look forward to using her in the future & if your looking for a photographer look no further!!! She captures pure magic. Thank you Ariel!!!!!
Holly V., 2 years ago
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Ackin Events 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
  • Planner
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $2,250
  • Serves Elk River, MN

Ackin Events is a Minnesota-based wedding planning company serving Twin Cities couples. We offer Full Service Planning & Design, Partial Planning, and Wedding Management. Every package is built around one goal. You walk down the aisle with nothing on your mind except getting married. We handle everything else. We are detail-obsessed, proactive, and genuinely invested in what you are building. We had answers before you thought to ask the questions. That is not an accident. It is how we work.

Awarded Best of Zola
Sammy was an absolute rockstar! Choosing her as our day-of-coordinator was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. From helping us nail down all the details to being the calm, reassuring voice we needed the day of, she was excellent! I wasn't quite sure I would need a day-of-coordinator since I'm very organized and DIY-oriented, but boy am I glad we did. Being able to spend the day relaxed knowing that Sammy had everything taken care of was a godsend. And, on top of it all, she's a joy to be around. I would recommend Sammy to anyone getting married.
Kelsey P., a year ago
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Hair Haven LLC (Hair only) 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 2
  • Starts at $650
  • Serves Elk River, MN

Delivering on site wedding hair and special occasions services. Minnesota born and raised, I have a strong passion for cutting and styling. I absolutely love and breathe Hair! I feel extremely blessed to be able to get up every morning and do what I love. Men’s hair, bridal hair and styling are my specialties.

Awarded Best of Zola
I had a wonderful experience with Katie! She was able to accommodate me, all of my bridesmaids, and my mom with ease. I chose a half-up, half-down style with extensions and absolutely loved how it turned out! My style was exactly what I envisioned and held up beautifully all day. Katie was professional, friendly, and made the morning feel so relaxed and fun. I highly recommend her for your special day!
Heather N., 8 months ago
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Agape Moments 
Rating: 5.0 (15 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Elk River, MN

Plain and simple, we just love being a part of your love story! We love to hear how you met and live the greatest day of your lives, thus far, with you! We love to make memories and have them to help you relive even the smallest details of your day, over and over again.

Agape Moments was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. Their attention to detail was exceptional - they made sure we were taken care of throughout the long day, from getting us mulled wine and soup upon our arrival to the reception space, to keeping us perfectly on schedule so we never had to worry about the timing of things. Agape Moments was incredibly attentive to our needs and went above and beyond to ensure our wedding day was captured beautifully. We are thrilled with the quality of their work and cannot recommend them highly enough.
Sydney and S., 2 years ago
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Taylored Beauty 
Rating: 5.0 (15 reviews)
  • Beauty professional
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Elk River, MN
  • Offer

We are an on location luxury bridal team who offers makeup, styling & custom spray tans . We would be honored to be considered for your special day! We pride ourselves in enhancing your true beauty through the art of beauty services & love to be part of creating your vision ✨

Awarded Best of Zola
Taylored Beauty was an absolute dream to work with on my wedding day! From the moment I first reached out, Taylored was friendly, trustworthy, and felt like talking to a best friend. She was there bright and early at 7am ready to get my bridal party and I all glammed up for my big day. Taylored's work was absolutely beautiful, with a soft and delicate touch that made us all look and feel our very best. It truly felt like she was a best friend doing all of our makeup - she was very easy to talk to and very understanding. Taylored's hardworking and professional approach ensured we all looked picture-perfect for the most special day of our lives. I can't recommend Taylored Beauty highly enough!
Layna I., a year ago
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Candi’s Precious Petals 
Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
  • Florist
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Elk River, MN

Hi there! I'm Candi, the owner and lead floral designer at Candi's Precious Petals. Based in Rosemount, MN, we are a family-owned home-based floral studio. With over 20 years of experience, I create elegant floral designs that add class to every event. As a mother of five, I bring dedication and love to every arrangement. Specializing in weddings, I work closely with couples to bring their floral visions to life, ensuring every detail is perfect. We believe flowers express love, joy, and celebration. Thank you for considering us for your floral needs. I look forward to bringing your floral dreams to life!

Awarded Best of Zola
Wow. Candi did the most amazing job. She was such a dream to work with. Her responses were immediate, professional, transparent, and supportive. Her attention to detail was immaculate; she emailed me about two weeks before the wedding to ask if she could use a clay vase rather than a glass one like we had discussed for the memorial table. That extreme attention to detail was obvious in every single bouquet she made. She even surprised me with little flower clippings for my photographer to use for detail photos !! She showed the most care during the consultation process of any florist I talked to and after our initial phone call sent me a packet with the types of flowers she wanted to use along with inspiration pictures. The flowers were beyond my wildest dreams. She understood exactly what I wanted and wasn’t afraid to go all in. As our needs changed the closer we got to the date, she was happy to update the invoice and resend it (about a million times, sorry Candi lol) so we were both on the same page. Flowers were the easiest part of planning my wedding because Candi was so on top of it. They were my favorite part of my wedding and I will never forget how blown away I was the first time I saw my bouquet
Natalie D., 2 months ago
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Abella 
Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
Chisago City, MN
  • Venue
  • Up to 295 guests
  • Select services
  • Outdoor & indoor
  • Starts at $6,900

Escape to a romantic, timeless French country estate nestled 35 minutes from the Twin Cities. Featuring a stunning modern reception hall, a historic barn and a variety of outdoor spaces, Abella allows couples to truly customize their dream wedding ceremony and reception for up to 295 guests.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Allows pets
  • Unique barn setting
  • Provides a dedicated team on-site

Venue considerations

  • Not for you if you are looking for something nontraditional
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • No in-house catering options
Awarded Best of Zola
Andrew and I absolutely loved Abella! We had our wedding in the old historic barn end of August and it was perfect! The getting ready houses are great, I had 10 girls and Andrew 13 guys and there was plenty of room. Our guests kept telling us how beautiful the venue is. We had about 240 guests.
Amy G., 10 months ago
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My Event Buddee 
Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
  • Planner
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Elk River, MN

My Event Buddee is a wedding planner serving couples across Minneapolis and Saint Paul, MN. This business is owned and operated by Sydney, a professional party host who brings the bounce at all bashes. With over ten years of experience in event management and a big heart for what she does best, Sydney is fully prepared to bring you a celebration beyond all expectations.

Awarded Best of Zola
Sydney was a DREAM!! My husband and I both agree that hiring Sydney was hands down the best decision we made while planning our entire wedding. She and her amazing assistant (Bridget) made sure the day ran smoothly and we stayed on schedule as much as possible. Sydney was so available and responsive during the month leading up to our wedding, and she connected with all of our vendors to make sure everyone was on the same page. I felt like I had no clue what was happening behind the scenes on my wedding day- in the best possible way. I was able to be present and trust that Sydney and Bridget were on top of everything! The peace of mind she gave us was seriously priceless. She also has the best energy and you can just tell she loves what she does!!
Hannah E., a year ago
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RKH Images 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Elk River, MN

We are a husband and wife team photographing weddings since 2010. We're total geeks that love music and films. When not photographing weddings, we love playing with our dogs and cats, watching music videos, cartoons, and horror movies, and photographing other things.

Awarded Best of Zola
Tracy & Kyle are fantastic artists and teammates! They made our wedding experience such a fun journey every step of the way and we were blown away by how fantastic all of our photos turned out in both our engagement and wedding day photos. We met with them in-person twice for consultations and felt so comfortable talking with them and sharing our experiences as fellow wedding-industry workers. The rate at which we received our photos after our engagement shoot and our wedding was perfect! They sent a few samples that showed the quality and attention to detail, and the remaining complete albums were sent within a week! So fast but so much attention to detail and great editing. We also loved their blog posts as a way to share photos with friends and family and we enjoyed browsing other couples' albums as well! As a same-sex mixed race couple, we really appreciated their wide portfolio of diverse couples of LGBTQIA and BIPOC clients.
Ashley N., 2 years ago
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Love Story Cakes 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Cakes & desserts
  • Starts at $36
  • Serves Elk River, MN

Hello I’m Katie! Owner and operator of Love Story Cakes! I have a Bachelors Degree in Baking and Pastry Arts from Johnson and Wales University and I’ve been in the business for over 16 years. I love to make delicious desserts and edible works of art. I’m very passionate and strive to have everything I make be the best it can be for your wedding day!

Awarded Best of Zola
I loved working with Katie! I showed her a picture of exactly what I wanted my cake to look like and she NAILED it! It was even better than the picture! She was very affordable and super transparent about pricing. The original cake design I showed her was done with fondant but due to how expensive it was I went with buttercream and was a bit worried it wouldn’t turn out as nice but it turned out better than I could have ever hoped! I also sent her some color swatches and she nailed the colors! The pick up process was quick and smooth as well! If you are on the fence on who should do your cake you NEED to pick Katie! She truly is amazing!
Emilie, 2 years ago
Ethereal Bridal Beauty 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 1
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Elk River, MN

Ethereal Bridal Beauty is a professional on-location hair service that aims to provide the best bridal beauty experience for brides. Owned and operated by Shannon Johnson, an award-winning bridal beauty expert with over 15 years of experience in the industry, Ethereal Bridal Beauty offers a personalized approach to each bride, ensuring that they feel beautiful and confident on their big day. Shannon has made a name for herself in the industry by specializing in whimsical, romantic, and boho hairstyles

Awarded Best of Zola
5 stars doesn't even do justice. Shannon was my stylist for me and my bridesmaids and also did my bridal makeup and WOW. She was professional, time conscious, detailed and spot on for what I was hoping for. My bridesmaids have far more hair than I do, she still managed to get them done in the timeframe allotted and get my hair and makeup done on time. Her personality made the whole process a breeze from trials to wedding day. She was personable and everything I could have hoped for for a stylist. I would recommend her to all of my friends and anyone looking for an updo specialist for sure!
Angie K., 4 years ago
Best Man Entertainment 
Rating: 5.0 (12 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Serves Elk River, MN

Since 2019, Owner and lead DJ Paul has been sharing his stylistic sounds and customized playlists at parties and events. Now, he aims to bring his top-quality services and tailored sounds to your big day. Comfortable with any genre, Paul ensures that every performance is uniquely tailored based on a combination of the musical tastes of the client and what the guests are responding to. From your heartfelt first dance to keeping your crowd entertained, this DJ has songs to suit every occasion. Passionate about making your special day reflect your love story, this gifted DJ set is eager to provide you with a truly memorable occasion.

Awarded Best of Zola
Paul was awesome!! He drove all the way from Eau Clare to Weyauwega and was still reasonably priced for the trip. He helped make our wedding super personalized and memorable. Although some mishaps occurred, Paul was right there to get an easy fix and help out the rest of our vendors and venue.
Kelly & K., 3 years ago
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Refuge Golf Club and Wedding Venue 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
Oak Grove, MN
  • Venue
  • Up to 285 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Outdoor & indoor
  • Starts at $8,300
  • Offer

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!

Why you'll love this venue

  • Private area for the wedding party
  • All-inclusive venue packages
  • Accommodates more than 200 guests

Venue considerations

  • No on-premises lodging options
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Does not allow pets
Awarded Best of Zola
Been working weddings at the refuge for over 19 years. Hands down my favorite place to work with. The staff and food are as good as it get's. They will bend over backwords for you to make all your needs met. The place is beautiful like a ski lodge in Aspen with amazing place's for picture's and sunset. I have seen a bride change her mind 4 times before the ceremony on where to do it because of rain. The staff had all the chairs and wiped down and moved in under 13 minutes. Yes we moved 189 guest's 3 times in under 30 minutes because that is what the bride wanted on her day was outside. Sun came out and it rocked, and all we did was cut into 25 minutes of social hour. I could tell you stories for days and not one of them are bad. Joe, Krista and Lisa and the rest of the staff work very hard to make your wedding day everything you dreamed of. LUKE
Luke PM Enterprises DJ, 2 years ago

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