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Trollwood Performing Arts School
Raw space venue
The venue will provide just the space. You’ll bring in your own caterer and vendors.
Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing
Starting at $3,500
Packages
Prices start at $3,500
Guest capacity
Up to 250 seated guests
About this venue
Trollwood Performing Arts School & Bluestem Center for the Arts is a one-of-a-kind destination for celebrations, nestled along the Red River in a beautiful 38-acre park-like setting in South Moorhead. Warm wood, handcrafted stone, unique architecture, and natural surroundings create a peaceful retreat that feels worlds away while still being close to the city. With a variety of indoor and outdoor spaces including the Schlossman Pavilion, Imagine Amphitheater, Scheels Living Room, Starion Room, and Gallery, Bluestem offers flexibility for ceremonies, receptions, cocktail hours, and everything in between. Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, our spaces can be tailored to create a wedding day that feels uniquely yours. We’d love to welcome you to Bluestem, show you around, and help you imagine your special day here!
Our event spaces
Schlossman Pavilion
Say ‘I do’ in the open air, then celebrate inside.
SCHLOSSMAN PAVILION offers a beautiful covered, open-air setting for wedding ceremonies and special events, surrounded by the natural beauty of Bluestem’s 38-acre grounds and within earshot of the Red River. The 60-by-60-foot Pavilion features a wood floor, permanent roof, clerestory windows, and electrical service. Exchange vows surrounded by nature before transitioning indoors to continue the celebration with your reception.
Guest capacity
184-300 Seated
Up to 400 Standing
Square footage
60
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
Covered outdoor setting; Electrical/Lighting service; Staging/risers available upon request
Room cost
$2,000 / 8 hours ($1000 discount with Ovation Package)
The Gallery & Garden Concourse
The perfect space to gather, mingle, and make your celebration flow.
THE GALLERY & GARDEN CONCOURSE create a warm, inviting transition space connecting event rooms. The Gallery is ideal for cocktails, guest mingling, a bar, dessert or gift table, catering, vendor displays, or overflow dining. Flowing into the 80-foot Garden Concourse, guests are surrounded by a signature hand-cut stone curved wall lined with live plants and spectacular views of the grounds, with leather bench seating for socializing and photographs.
Guest capacity
Up to 50 Seated
Up to 100 Standing
Ideal for
Welcome party, Cocktail hour, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
Bench seating; Live plants lining wall
Room cost
$750 / 8 hours on Weekends/Evenings/Holidays
Grounds
38 acres of natural beauty for your celebration.
Bluestem’s 38-acre grounds offer a beautiful, park-like setting along the Red River, with plenty of natural beauty to complement your event. From outdoor ceremonies and photos to guest mingling and quiet moments surrounded by nature, the grounds provide a peaceful escape while still being conveniently located in Moorhead. Expansive lawns, mature trees, and unique architecture create countless opportunities to make the space your own.
Guest capacity
Up to 4999 Seated
Up to 4999 Standing
Ideal for
Cocktail hour, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
Starion Room
Flexible, inviting, and ready for your special day.
STARION FINANCIAL ROOM is a bright, intimate 23-by-44-foot space featuring a hardwood floor and spectacular three-sided, floor-to-ceiling views of the park and riverbank tree line. Ideal for small to medium-sized gatherings, it also makes a wonderful intimate performance space and is often used as a bridal suite. Amenities include a ceiling-mounted projector and pull-down screen, sink, countertop, and cupboards.
Guest capacity
64-100 Seated
Up to 100 Standing
Ideal for
Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Engagement party, After party, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
Projector and pull-down screen; Kitchenette; Couch and chairs available upon request; Piano available upon request
Room cost
$1000 / 8 hours on Weekends/Evenings/Holidays
Narrator's Room
A comfortable private suite for getting ready, gathering, and celebrating.
NARRATOR’S ROOM is a cozy 16-by-23-foot space that serves as a comfortable private suite for wedding parties and is most often used as the groom’s suite. The hardwood floor and rustic character create a relaxed setting for getting ready and gathering before the celebration. The room also features a large flat-screen TV, sink, countertop, and cupboards for added convenience. Its flexible layout can accommodate a variety of small gatherings and event needs.
Guest capacity
1-20 Seated
1-20 Standing
Square footage
368
Ideal for
Welcome party, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
Flat-screen TV; Kitchette
Room cost
$500 / 8 hours on Weekends/Evenings/Holidays
Lucile McCormick Dance Studio
A flexible space for movement, classes, and events.
LUCILE’S STUDIO is a 30-by-50-foot, east-facing room designed especially for dance. It features a sprung wood dance floor with a Marley surface, an entire wall of mirrors, and portable ballet barres. The versatile space can also accommodate exercise classes such as yoga, Zumba, and Jazzercise, as well as large inflatable games for events such as Games Galore and Games to Go.
Guest capacity
1-30 Seated
1-30 Standing
Guests often feel this space is
“Relaxed”
Included in this room:
Marley dance surface; Full-wall mirrors; Portable ballet barres
Room cost
700 for up to 8 hours on Weekends/Evenings
Imagine Ampitheater
Say ‘I do’ under the iconic arches of the Imagine Amphitheater.
IMAGINE AMPHITHEATER is a one-of-a-kind outdoor venue nestled within Bluestem’s beautiful 38-acre park-like setting. Defined by four soaring 176-foot arches, the covered fan-shaped stage measures 87 feet wide and provides a spectacular backdrop for concerts, community performances, and large-scale events. Seating approximately 2,500–3,000 guests, the venue is handicap accessible. Please inquire for private rental rates and terms.
Guest capacity
Up to 3000 Seated
Up to 3000 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
Covered stage; Large-capacity seating; Performance-ready space; Accessible venue
Room cost
Private rental rates are available upon inquiry and vary based on event type, date, duration, and setup needs.
Scheels Living Room
Where intimate celebrations feel right at home.
SCHEELS LIVING ROOM is a spacious, 12-sided room and the signature space of the venue, providing breathtaking panoramic views of the park. Features include four sets of French doors, 360-degree floor-to-ceiling window walls, and a two-story, vaulted ribbed wood ceiling spanning 55 feet. A newly installed floor-to-ceiling brick fireplace creates a stunning focal point and adds warmth and character to the space.
Guest capacity
208-250 Seated
Up to 300 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
Fireplace; Remote controlled blinds; 2 flatscreen TVs with HDMI input; Staging/risers available upon request
Room cost
$1,500 / 8 hours on Weekends/Evenings/Holidays
Schlossman Pavilion
Say ‘I do’ in the open air, then celebrate inside.
SCHLOSSMAN PAVILION offers a beautiful covered, open-air setting for wedding ceremonies and special events, surrounded by the natural beauty of Bluestem’s 38-acre grounds and within earshot of the Red River. The 60-by-60-foot Pavilion features a wood floor, permanent roof, clerestory windows, and electrical service. Exchange vows surrounded by nature before transitioning indoors to continue the celebration with your reception.
Guest capacity
184-300 Seated
Up to 400 Standing
Square footage
60
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
Covered outdoor setting; Electrical/Lighting service; Staging/risers available upon request
Room cost
$2,000 / 8 hours ($1000 discount with Ovation Package)
The Gallery & Garden Concourse
The perfect space to gather, mingle, and make your celebration flow.
THE GALLERY & GARDEN CONCOURSE create a warm, inviting transition space connecting event rooms. The Gallery is ideal for cocktails, guest mingling, a bar, dessert or gift table, catering, vendor displays, or overflow dining. Flowing into the 80-foot Garden Concourse, guests are surrounded by a signature hand-cut stone curved wall lined with live plants and spectacular views of the grounds, with leather bench seating for socializing and photographs.
Guest capacity
Up to 50 Seated
Up to 100 Standing
Ideal for
Welcome party, Cocktail hour, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
Bench seating; Live plants lining wall
Room cost
$750 / 8 hours on Weekends/Evenings/Holidays
Grounds
38 acres of natural beauty for your celebration.
Bluestem’s 38-acre grounds offer a beautiful, park-like setting along the Red River, with plenty of natural beauty to complement your event. From outdoor ceremonies and photos to guest mingling and quiet moments surrounded by nature, the grounds provide a peaceful escape while still being conveniently located in Moorhead. Expansive lawns, mature trees, and unique architecture create countless opportunities to make the space your own.
Guest capacity
Up to 4999 Seated
Up to 4999 Standing
Ideal for
Cocktail hour, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Room cost
Included in total venue pricing
Starion Room
Flexible, inviting, and ready for your special day.
STARION FINANCIAL ROOM is a bright, intimate 23-by-44-foot space featuring a hardwood floor and spectacular three-sided, floor-to-ceiling views of the park and riverbank tree line. Ideal for small to medium-sized gatherings, it also makes a wonderful intimate performance space and is often used as a bridal suite. Amenities include a ceiling-mounted projector and pull-down screen, sink, countertop, and cupboards.
Guest capacity
64-100 Seated
Up to 100 Standing
Ideal for
Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Engagement party, After party, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
Projector and pull-down screen; Kitchenette; Couch and chairs available upon request; Piano available upon request
Room cost
$1000 / 8 hours on Weekends/Evenings/Holidays
Narrator's Room
A comfortable private suite for getting ready, gathering, and celebrating.
NARRATOR’S ROOM is a cozy 16-by-23-foot space that serves as a comfortable private suite for wedding parties and is most often used as the groom’s suite. The hardwood floor and rustic character create a relaxed setting for getting ready and gathering before the celebration. The room also features a large flat-screen TV, sink, countertop, and cupboards for added convenience. Its flexible layout can accommodate a variety of small gatherings and event needs.
Guest capacity
1-20 Seated
1-20 Standing
Square footage
368
Ideal for
Welcome party, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
Flat-screen TV; Kitchette
Room cost
$500 / 8 hours on Weekends/Evenings/Holidays
Lucile McCormick Dance Studio
A flexible space for movement, classes, and events.
LUCILE’S STUDIO is a 30-by-50-foot, east-facing room designed especially for dance. It features a sprung wood dance floor with a Marley surface, an entire wall of mirrors, and portable ballet barres. The versatile space can also accommodate exercise classes such as yoga, Zumba, and Jazzercise, as well as large inflatable games for events such as Games Galore and Games to Go.
Guest capacity
1-30 Seated
1-30 Standing
Guests often feel this space is
“Relaxed”
Included in this room:
Marley dance surface; Full-wall mirrors; Portable ballet barres
Room cost
700 for up to 8 hours on Weekends/Evenings
Imagine Ampitheater
Say ‘I do’ under the iconic arches of the Imagine Amphitheater.
IMAGINE AMPHITHEATER is a one-of-a-kind outdoor venue nestled within Bluestem’s beautiful 38-acre park-like setting. Defined by four soaring 176-foot arches, the covered fan-shaped stage measures 87 feet wide and provides a spectacular backdrop for concerts, community performances, and large-scale events. Seating approximately 2,500–3,000 guests, the venue is handicap accessible. Please inquire for private rental rates and terms.
Guest capacity
Up to 3000 Seated
Up to 3000 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
Covered stage; Large-capacity seating; Performance-ready space; Accessible venue
Room cost
Private rental rates are available upon inquiry and vary based on event type, date, duration, and setup needs.
Scheels Living Room
Where intimate celebrations feel right at home.
SCHEELS LIVING ROOM is a spacious, 12-sided room and the signature space of the venue, providing breathtaking panoramic views of the park. Features include four sets of French doors, 360-degree floor-to-ceiling window walls, and a two-story, vaulted ribbed wood ceiling spanning 55 feet. A newly installed floor-to-ceiling brick fireplace creates a stunning focal point and adds warmth and character to the space.
Guest capacity
208-250 Seated
Up to 300 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
Fireplace; Remote controlled blinds; 2 flatscreen TVs with HDMI input; Staging/risers available upon request
Room cost
$1,500 / 8 hours on Weekends/Evenings/Holidays
Trollwood Performing Arts School packages
Ovation Package
250 guests
Peak pricing $3,500-5,000
Off-peak pricing $3,500-5,000
Our $3,500 Ovation Package offers exclusive use of Marcil Commons for 12 hours, including the Living Room, Starion Room, Gallery, Narrator’s Room, and Kitchen. Tables, chairs, sound system, technology, initial setup, and guidance from an event professional are included. With flexible spaces for your ceremony, reception, dinner, and dance, Bluestem is a beautiful, one-of-a-kind setting for your wedding day.
- Exclusive use of Marcil Commons
- 12 hours with additional time available at $100/hr
- Scheels Living Room (Ceremony & Reception space)
- Starion Room (Bridal suite)
- The Gallery (Cocktail hour space)
- Narrator’s Room (Groom suite)
- On-site kitchen access
- Tables and chairs
- Sound system and other available technology
- One initial setup
- Venue supervisor on-site the entire event
- Option to add the Schlossman Pavilion for $1,000
- Music stands and pianos
Available services that can be provided by Trollwood Performing Arts School
Services & amenities
- Clean up
- Dance floor
- Dressing room / Bridal Suite
- Event staff
- On-site accommodations
- Pet friendly
- Set up
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wifi
Transportation & access
- Self parking - free
- Wheelchair accessible
Reviews
Write a review4.8 out of 5
18 reviews
- PM
Patricia Mathern
- SH
Sharon Herfindahl
- HA
Hatsumi Anderson
Great preformance as always. They were awesome also in providing bug spray to people who needed it.
- AK
Allen Kukert
Excellent productions
- GC
Gerardo Casañola
Nice place!
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