It’s time to share my favorite Minnesota wedding venues, and I’m so excited to share this post with you! As a wedding photographer, we have so many amazing wedding venues in Minnesota. Each of these Minnesota wedding venues I’m sharing with you helps tell your love story and plays a crucial role in how your wedding photos will look, and I can’t help but get excited about capturing those magical moments for you. So here are 3 of my favorite wedding venues in Minnesota that I’d recommend to anyone!

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1) Willow Brooke Farm – Red Wing Minnesota Wedding Venue

Willow Brooke Farm is located on the outskirts of the charming town of Red Wing, MN. With over 80 acres of land, it offers a perfect escape from the city while remaining conveniently close to various amenities, such as hotels, restaurants, and shops. One of the aspects I adore about working at Willow Brooke Farm is the abundance of stunning photo opportunities. The farmhouse is not only beautiful but also spacious, providing a lovely setting for all your getting-ready photos with an abundance of natural light.

The newly constructed White Willow Barn is vast and climate-controlled, ensuring your guests’ comfort during both chilly and warm days. It also boasts excellent natural light, creating a breathtaking backdrop for any photo session. The vineyard ceremony site is another fantastic location where lighting is always perfect for those heartfelt “I do” moments.

The staff at Willow Brooke Farm are consistently helpful and wonderful to collaborate with. While a venue manager is present on-site at all times, they do require a day-of wedding coordinator, which reflects their commitment to ensuring your special day goes off without a hitch. I always strongly recommend that my couples hire a day-of coordinator to ensure everyone can fully enjoy the celebration.

I can’t speak highly enough of Willow Brooke Farm. If you’re seeking the ideal blend of modern elegance and rustic charm, along with separate getting-ready spaces and multiple stunning photo locations, then Willow Brooke Farm is undoubtedly the perfect Minnesota wedding venue for you!

Budget: You’re going to be looking at spending between $9,400-$12,000 for the venue rental, if you want peak season Friday or Saturday. There are much lower priced options for non peak season and weekedays or Sunday. That includes access to all of their spaces and building starting at 10:00a the day of your wedding. Beverage services will need to be booked through them at an added expense, and then hiring your caterer. They have a great list of vendors for catering that have different ranges of expenses.

Check them out here: https://www.willowbrookeevents.com/

2) Woodhaven Weddings & Events – Cannon Falls, Minnesota Wedding Venue

Another amazing Minnesota Wedding venue, Woodhaven Weddings & Events seamlessly blends the charm of Minnesota with a modern yet timeless design, creating the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable wedding. Located at Gopher Hills Golf Course in Cannon Falls, Minnesota it’s located conveniently 45 minutes from the Twin Cities. What I appreciate is the spaciousness of this venue. Bonus point, the indoor ceremony site ensures that inclement weather won’t disrupt your special day. Additionally, there are distinct spaces for both the ceremony and reception, eliminating the need for room flips. With an abundance of windows, the venue feels bright and airy, accommodating various color schemes and décor ideas. I love that the interior offers numerous photo opportunities, making it easy to capture stunning couple portraits without having to step out of the venue.

Your guests will enjoy the bar area and large covered outdoor deck where they can enjoy some fresh air during the reception and take in the expansive golf course views. If you love golden hour portraits, all we need to do is take a quick golf cart ride to the most amazing spot just across the road from the venue to get those dreamy golden hour shots. If you’re searching for a large bright and airy, fully indoor, and modern wedding venue near the Twin Cities, Woodhaven Wedding & Events is the perfect choice for your Minnesota wedding venue.

Budget: Unfortunately they don’t disclose their pricing options online, but you can easily shoot them a message to get in touch and get a quote!

Check them out here: https://woodhavenmn.com/

3) The 3 Ten Event Venue – Faribault Minnesota Wedding Venue

Located in the Historic District of Downtown Faribault, Minnesota this historical venues offers a ballroom and a rooftop loft. With a vintage, rustic and industrial style it creates the most romantic vibe for your wedding.

I love the historic feel of the building, and the separate getting ready suites are so gorgeous! They provide such a great setting for getting ready, there is tons of natural light and character to add a unique feel to your getting ready photos.

The ballroom itself is a stunning blend of old-world charm and modern amenities, perfect for hosting your ceremony and reception. The high ceilings and exposed brick walls add an enchanting touch, while the large windows let in an abundance of natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Couples can exchange vows under the elegant chandeliers, surrounded by the timeless beauty of the venue. The rooftop loft provides a unique backdrop for cocktail hour or an intimate outdoor ceremony. Imagine sipping on signature cocktails as the sun sets, while your guests mingle and enjoy the ambiance.

Overall, this historical venue in downtown Faribault, Minnesota encapsulates a perfect blend of elegance and charm, making it an unforgettable setting for your wedding day. Whether you envision a large and grand wedding or a more intimate wedding, this Minnesota wedding venue promises to make your celebration truly special.

Budget: Unfortunately they don’t disclose their pricing information online, however they will send you their pricing pamphlet upon request!

Check them out here: https://www.3teneventvenue.com/

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Wrapping it Up

Finding the right Minnesota wedding venue is crucial in creating the perfect backdrop for your wedding photography. Each location brings its own unique atmosphere and character, which can significantly influence the style and mood of your photos. Ultimately, the best venue is one where you can envision your love story unfolding and matches the vibes you want. By choosing a venue that aligns with your vision, you ensure that your wedding photos reflect your personal style and create lasting memories of your special day.

My approach to shooting a wedding day is to really focus the day around the two of you and what makes your wedding day so special. I want to capture the emotional moments, the in between moments, as well as some of those dreamy posed shots all while allowing the two of you to feel relaxed and in the moment. I think wedding day photos should be all about having fun, vs. feeling stressful and hectic. When needed I’ll also give you light direction and prompts to capture those romantic and stunning photos you’ve always dreamed about. I love all 3 of these Minnesota wedding venues because each of them have amazing spots for photos, amazing lighting, and each have a unique style that can amplify the decor and style of wedding you’ve been dreaming up.

Oh, you love my work and want to have me capture your wedding day!? Let’s get in touch: https://jennaswansonphotography.com/