The Grand 1858 At Minneapolis Event Centers

Guest capacity

Up to 350 seated guests

About this venue

The Grand 1858 at Minneapolis Event Centers is a chic wedding venue located in Minneapolis, MN. A historic brownstone building fitted with state-of-the-art modern amenities, this venue embodies classic elegance. Versatile and able to be transformed to suit any event design, The Grand is a spectacular location for couples to celebrate their union with loved ones. Located in the buzzing Saint Anthony Main District, The Grand was built in 1858. The space feels luxe and timeless, featuring stunning views of downtown Minneapolis, an open floor plan, and a glass atrium that leads to a beautiful garden patio. Couples can choose to host their ceremony at indoor or outdoor event sites before moving into the main reception area. Featuring the original brick walls, tall pillars, exposed beams, and expansive windows, the space lends itself perfectly for a night of dinner and dancing. This venue can accommodate up to 350 guests.

Seated guest capacity

94-350

Venue type

Industrial Spaces
Urban Locations

Venue setting

Indoor

212 2nd St SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414

Our event spaces

The Grand 1858

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 can be easily transformed to fit your event’s vision. The Grand 1858 offers your day a unique programmatic stage of three spaces for your wedding day. You can begin with an outdoor urban garden ceremony, move into the glass enclosed foyer and host your reception and dance in the main space.

Guest capacity

Up to 350 Seated

Up to 550 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Cocktail hour, After party

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Included in this room:

• 60” Round Tables • Linens (White, Black, Ivory) • Napkins (8 Colors) • Chivari Chairs • High Top Tables • 6’ Banquet Tables • Set-up and Take-Down • Front-Door Host / Security • China • Glassware • Silverware • Cleaning • Insurance* (GL & Liquor Liability) *Not Event Insurance

Room cost

$2500 for 12 hours off-peak, up to $8000 during peak

The Grand 1858

Built in 1858, The Grand embraces the historic beauty of the brownstone style with a touch of modern elegance.

Guest capacity

Up to 350 Seated

Up to 550 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Cocktail hour, After party

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Included in this room:

Room cost

$2500 for 12 hours off-peak, up to $8000 during peak

Available services that can be provided by The Grand 1858 At Minneapolis Event Centers

Services & amenities

Bar services
Catering services
Clean up
Dance floor
Dressing room / Bridal Suite
Event coordinator
Event rentals
Event staff
Liability insurance
On-site accommodations
Pet friendly
Service staff
Set up
Wheelchair accessible
Wifi

Reviews

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Rating: 5.0

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3 reviews

KW
Kendra W.
Rating: 5
•Zola
•Incentivized review
•Jun 8, 2026
Great full-service venue! The staff are amazing.
Good venue! We didn't go with any of their preferred vendors, but were able to get approval fairly easily (but just be aware there are extra steps to get approval if you choose your own vendors). It was really nice to have all food and drinks handled by the venue, and very nice to stay in one location all day --from getting ready in the morning to the end of the night. We also received day-of-coordinator services with our package, the value of which cannot be stressed enough. Leah was extremely helpful and professional. There was also another staff member who joined us right at 8 AM to help set up our breakfast and coffee and check in on us every hour or so. Also -- all the waitstaff and bartenders were SO great. They treated our guests incredibly well. My husband and I were never without a drink or water thanks to the bartenders, who would even walk out from behind the bar to bring us something on the dancefloor. We got a lot of feedback from the guests, even a couple of weeks later, that the food was amazing. It was also super classy to have passed appetizers during cocktail hour. We ended up decorating very minimally because the indoor and outdoor space speak for themselves. I'd recommend to anyone who is looking for a full-service venue! Don't pick this place if you want to source your own food/drink or if you are concerned about your guests/wedding party following the rules (like bringing outside food or drink or vaping/smoking). You will get fined! Overall, the experience was very high-end.
SJ
Stephanie J.
Rating: 5
•Zola
•Oct 24, 2025
Amazing!
MEC was the best choice for us! They were so organized and on top of communication! I was able to let go of all the planning I did leading up to the wedding and just enjoy the most perfect day! Thank you!
RT
Rochelle T.
Rating: 5
•Zola
•Oct 30, 2024
Great venue!
We had our wedding at The Grand 1858 and we could not have asked for a better day. The staff were so amazing in helping us plan and the day of coordinator and all others made our day run so incredibly smoothly. Also, many guests have reached out to tell us how amazing the food was and we completely agree! Highly recommend.