Minnesota Outdoor Wedding Venues

Minnesota is home to a stunning variety of venues, each offering its unique charm and beauty. From the rustic elegance of Redeemed Farm to the stunning landscapes of Hope Glen Farm, and the romantic French country escape at Abella, these venues each make a breathtaking backdrop for your wedding and are a perfect space to celebrate the biggest day of your life.

Here are some of my favorite Minnesota outdoor wedding venues!

Gale Woods Farm

Gale Woods Pavilion is like stepping into a classic country dream for your wedding. It’s all about that rustic charm and laid-back vibes you’d expect on a farm. This venue offers wide-open views of the pastures and gardens that totally set the scene. And when those big doors swing open, you’ll have a jaw-dropping sight – the Pavilion spills out to a stunning view of Whaletail Lake, giving your celebration that extra ‘wow’ factor.

Additionally, there’s also more fun here than just the amazing view! They have a llama petting zoo and it’s a cute and quirky touch that’ll make your day even more memorable. And when it’s time to say ‘I do,’ take a stroll to the ceremony spot overlooking this beautiful bluff field. Trust me, it’s the kind of view that makes you want to pinch yourself to check if it’s real.

What’s Included at Gale Woods Pavilion:

• Fully enclosed building (heated, not air conditioned)
• Tables and chairs
• Modern restrooms
• On-duty event assistant
• Premium Bose sound system with wireless microphones, iPad/MP3/laptop hookup and Bluetooth capability
• Two refrigerators and one chest freezer
• Serving counters and sink
• Outdoor patio
• Bonfire pit with firewood
• Outdoor ceremony option
• Free onsite parking

Gale Woods Pavilion is a piece of countryside heaven where your wedding day is bound to be unforgettable.

Redeemed Farm

My all-time favorite wedding venue here in Minnesota is Redeemed Farm! I seriously can’t get enough of this place and can’t wait to shoot more weddings here. With an intimate setting for up to 175 guests, decked out with top-notch amenities, and every single detail planned to make your celebration super special.

Redeemed Farm is not just any venue, it’s the ultimate white barn wedding spot, vineyard, and farm estate settled on 40 stunning acres in the heart of the St. Croix Valley MN wine country. It is also only a breezy 35-minute drive from the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, making it super convenient!

What I also love about this venue is it has multiple spaces that make your event flow seamlessly. No room flips needed here, and the transitions from outdoors to indoors are a breeze!

What’s Included at Redeemed Farm:

• The Stable is an all-white chapel-inspired building with soaring ceilings, dramatic lighting and architecture. Indoor ceremony and dance.
• The Historic Barn is a beautifully restored early 1930’s cathedral ceiling 2-level barn with grand staircase, where you can hold an indoor ceremony and dinner on the main level.
• The Vineyard Lawn is a beautifully manicured outdoor setting with a stone arch, gate and bridge nestled in the middle of the Vineyard
• Bridal Suite and Groom’s Quarters for getting ready are included as part of your Redeemed Farm experience
• Social hour in The Vineyard Pavilion with 30 ft stone fireplace.

Redeemed Farm is a venue that ensures you get those incredibly breathtaking and timeless photos that you will cherish forever!

Hope Glen Farm

Hope Glen Farm is an absolute gem and it is a photographer’s dream! They have an incredible staff that knows their stuff, ready to guide you through creating a day that goes off without a hitch and is absolutely unforgettable!

I love that there are seamless transitions between spaces, which is extremely convenient for those large weddings! They have a honeymoon suite waiting for you on your wedding night. As well as, spacious getting-ready areas for both the bride and groom, making sure everyone’s comfortable and ready for the day.

Additionally, there is also a backup plan for your wedding in case of bad weather, which is a comfort so you don’t have to scramble last minute! Their buildings are also heated and air-conditioned, so no matter what the weather is, you’re covered. This is another convenient location if you’re looking for something in the Twin Cities area, as it’s just a few minutes away!

What’s Included at Hope Glen Farm:

• 9AM Venue Access
• Bridal Suite & Grooms Room for Getting Ready
• Honeymoon suite (Tree House or Corn Crib Cottage)
• Outdoor/Indoor Ceremony Options
• Real plumbing (Restrooms)
• Handicap Accessible
• On-site Parking
• Free Wifi
• Café lights and chandeliers in Pavilion & Barn
• Hand-made rustic wooden tables
• Brown Chiavari chairs
• Farm Animals (Goats and Chickens)
• Heat & Air conditioning
• Kitchenette
• DJ Lighting
• Loft Lounge
• Three Gas Firepits for ambiance
• Aisle Shepard Hooks
• Ceremony Doors (Start of the aisle)
• Ceremony Arbor with Chandelier

Hope Glen Farm gives you the stunning rustic elegance you’d want from a barn venue here in Minnesota!

Ivy Black

The latest gem in the Northland is Ivy Black, a premier wedding and event destination nestled in Saginaw, Minnesota! Set upon 60 acres, this stunning venue includes large pines, green open fields, trails to take in the surroundings, and a stunning pond. It’s a private haven conveniently located near Duluth, giving you and your guests an exclusive retreat for your wedding within a modern, upscale barn setting.

The outdoor ceremony space frames the tall pine trees and you truly feel like you are out in nature and can just enjoy the views! The cocktail hour space flows nicely into the reception area, and I love how easily the spaces flow and keep it convenient!

The barn has this gorgeous black exterioror that gives a luxury moden feel and the interior is also clean and elegant. Basically, there’s so much you can do to make this space fit your vision and it’s bound to be incredible!

What’s Included at Ivy Black:

• 275 Person Capacity
• Climate Controlled
• Multiple outdoor ceremony sites
• Private 800+ SQ FT bridal suite
• Private groom suite
• Tables and chairs
• Prep kitchen for caterers
• Full bar
• TV in Grooms
• Outdoor patio with fire pits and yard games 
• Ample, free parking
• Onsite staff
• Locked storage
• Pet friendly
• Local owner committed to excellence

If you want a barn wedding that gives you more of an upscale and modern vibe, Ivy Black definitely makes a perfect fit!

Abella Farm Wedding and Events

Experience the feel of a French country escape at Abella Farm Wedding and Events, a romantic and timeless estate tucked away just 35 minutes from the bustling Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul.

Here’s what makes Abella the perfect setting for your dream wedding: it has a beautiful modern reception hall designed to host up to 300 guests, a charming historic barn, and a 19-acre property with a variety of enchanting outdoor spaces. I absolutely adore the clean white exterior that makes the most perfect background for photos throughout your day. The white continues in the interior, which allows you a clean slate to truly customize it.

Abella has a special place in my heart, since it was actually where I got married and I have nothing but praise for such a stunning venue! It has a perfect open layout, different rooms for the wedding party for the day of, and just all the details that are thought-out so perfectly!

What’s Included at Abella Farm Weddings and Events

• Outdoor Ceremony Sound Set-Up (includes 2 speakers + microphone with sound input)
• Golf Cart for Couple’s Transportation
• Complimentary Guest + Vendor Parking
• Parking Attendant
• Dedicated Venue Manager
• Standard Furnishings
• Cross-back Vineyard Chairs (for French Country Hall)
• White Folding Chairs (for ceremonies outdoors or in the Historic Barn)
• Farmhouse Wood Head Tables
• Large 72” Round Tables
• Rectangle 8’ Banquet Tables
• 90” High Cocktail Tables
• Outdoor Patio Seating (low cocktail tables + chairs)
• Portable Bar for Reception
• Grand Reveal Wood Doors (The Willows)
• Cafe String Lighting (included in The Courtyard + The Historic Barn)
• Access to available rental items onsite for an additional cost

Abella gives you the vibe of a French country estate, promising a setting where your wedding can truly fit your vision and make for incredible memories!

Minnesota Wedding Photographer

Hi, I’m Celiena, a Minnesota Wedding Photographer and Videographer and I have been able to capture many couples at some incredibly beautiful venues here in Minnesota! And there’s going to be one that fits you and what you have dreamed about for your day. I’d love to help you plan your Minnesota wedding! Reach out here and let’s chat more about your vision!!