15 Best Minnesota Barn Wedding Venues
As an award-winning team of Minnesota wedding coordinators who specialize in barn and backyard weddings, we know our stuff when it comes to Minnesota barn wedding venues! We’ve worked at a few of these venues so many times, they could honestly be considered our second home.
There are SO many incredible barns throughout Minnesota to host your wedding, it can be hard to decide which is the best fit. Consider this the ultimate list of Minnesota barn wedding venues, curated by the experts. ;)
Without further ado, let’s dive into our top 15 picks…
Almquist Farm
Hastings, MN
With more than 10 acres of rolling hills, Almquist Farm is a Southern Minnesota dream venue. The ceremony site overlooks the stunning property that’s frequently filled with wildlife. We’ve seen deer jumping through the meadow behind a ceremony – talk about a fairytale moment!
As Minnesotans, we know that the summers are hot and the winters are cold. This barn has you covered with AC and heat, so they can host weddings year around without a problem.
For our animal lovers, you’ll be pleased to know that there are goats on site that your guests can pet and feed. The perfect way to enhance your guests’ experience at no added cost.
Oh, and Almquist handles the bar for you. So once you book with them, you can check two vendors off your list!
Want to see more?
Check out Ellen and Spencer’s beautiful day (the ceremony took place after the reception).
Don’t miss Jolene and Travis’s timeless wedding (that took place on a Wednesday).
Ashery Lane Farm
Mayer, MN
Are you looking for a countryside wedding that feels like you’re transported to luxury when you step inside the barn? Ashery Lane Farm may be exactly what you are looking for!
They have a variety of ceremony options, including an outdoor vineyard location that is perfect for those summer weddings when MN is flourishing with green growth. After walking through the beautifully landscaped exterior, you are met with an incredible reception space as you enter the barn. There are separate cocktail and dining spaces, creating a seamless experience for guests throughout the wedding day (a wedding coordinator’s dream).
The space allows you to host large groups year around with the barn having both AC and heat. D’Amico Hospitality is the venue’s exclusive caterer, so when you book with Ashery Lane you are guaranteed to have amazing food too!
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We had the pleasure of coordinating Sammi and Adam’s wedding at Ashery Lane Farm. It was filled with so many fun Jewish traditions.
Bloom Lake Barn
Shafer, MN
Bloom Lake Barn gives us all the historical vibes. From the original vaulted ceilings to the remains of the stone wall from the historic granary, this venue boasts character.
The outdoor ceremony site has pews rather than chairs, which provide an elevated look that many outdoor sites can’t accomplish! We love that there is a covered outdoor space for cocktail hour that can be used even if there is a bit of inclement weather. When guests head into the barn for dinner, they will be seated at handmade harvest tables. The country vibes of this space are immaculate.
A special bonus? If you make the 10 minute trek to the St. Croix River with your photographer, you can get EPIC photos along the bluffs!
Want to see more?
Check out Megan and David’s rustic, elegant wedding.
Don’t miss Mel and Chris’s iconic spring wedding.
Camrose Hill
Stillwater, MN
Whenever we arrive at Camrose Hill, we feel as if we’ve stepped into a fairy’s world! Maybe it’s because they have a ceremony site called the Enchanted Fairy Glen with a flourishing rustic arbor and twinkle lights… but truthfully every corner of this venue feels magical.
If the Enchanted Fairy Glen isn’t what you're looking for, they have a variety of other ceremony sites including the barn and the outdoor chapel. Each one brings those same whimsical vibes in their own way.
The reception space is a semi-permanent tent that adjoins their pavilion. It has a stunning decor hanging focal point with a branch structure, twinkle lights, and crystal chandeliers. Talk about a luxurious tent wedding!
As wedding coordinators, we love the rain backup plan options at Camrose. It’s a seamless transition that can be made if needed.
Oh, and they offer floral services on-site. An added perk of getting married on a flower farm!
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Rachel and Dylan’s wedding proved that a flower farm wedding is just as beautiful in the fall. We had such a great time coordinating it.
Creekside Farm
Rush City, MN
If you want to get married in the countryside where you can feel like the only couple in the world, Creekside Farm located on 50 acres may be the perfect venue! They offer 9 ceremony location options, including a few beautiful spots along Rush Creek and in the woods. After exploring the grounds, guests can make their way inside the thoughtfully designed, temperature controlled barn.
Tammy, the owner of the venue, is wonderful and attentive. You can tell she loves what she does just as much as our team. When we work together it makes for a seamless experience!
Want to see more?
Check out Ahnah and Ryan’s lovely fall wedding with an outdoor ceremony.
When Kelsey and Isaac’s fall wedding turned winter (thanks to that classic MN weather), we pivoted to an intimate ceremony inside the (heated) barn.
Gardens of Castle Rock
Northfield, MN
Looking for an outdoor venue with picturesque gardens and unique locations? The Gardens of Castle Rock would be the perfect fit! Although they technically don’t have a barn on site, they bring the elevated outdoor wedding vibes with their permanent tent and 4 outdoor ceremony site options. It’s such a versatile space, you can take it as modern or rustic as you would like!
The property is incredibly well maintained, creating a variety of stunning photo locations. While we love every ceremony location they offer, there’s something so special about The Lath House. It features a wood structure covered with grapevines that are illuminated with hundreds of LED café lights.
Another one of our favorite unique features is the brick fireplace. Guests love gathering around the glow of the warm fire as the night progresses.
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Check out Haley and Makkonen’s colorful garden wedding or Kate and Nic’s timeless fall wedding for more.
Howling Moon
Buffalo, MN
Howling Moon features an authentic rustic barn radiating all the elevated elegance. It’s located out in a countryside vineyard, making you feel like you and your guests are the only people in the world!
As guests enter via the winding path, they are led to the enchanted forest ceremony location. With towering trees and string lights, it creates one of the most beautifully shaded ceremony locations we’ve ever seen.
The barn has a dining area upstairs, with a separate dancing space downstairs. This allows guests to flow seamlessly through each part of the day.
The owners are incredibly sweet and accommodating. Our team loves working with them!
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Crystal and Brian’s timeless wedding featured an ice cream truck for dessert (and we’re still thinking about it).
McKenna and Tyler’s wedding took place on a perfect MN fall day. Their reception included a mechanical bull.
Legacy Hill Farm
Welch, MN
Legacy Hill Farm is one of the most unique barn venues in Minnesota! It features a perfect mix of indoor and outdoor spaces. The Outdoor Ceremony Amphitheater includes benches and a doorway to walk through. Our team will be there to open the doors to create that jaw-dropping grand entrance you deserve!
The location that makes this venue especially unique is the airy dining Pavilion. Surrounded by glass doors (that can be open or closed), this space gives you the security and elegance of a luxury venue, with the feel of being outdoors.
The large Fire Pit with plenty of seating and the Fountain Courtyard are beautiful additions that make perfect locations for your guests to gather. The entire property is clean, organized, and picturesque.
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Bri and Jake’s wedding used every element of this Minnesota barn venue to the fullest. This day felt like a fairytale.
Don’t miss Chasity and Jake’s fun-filled day (including their wedding video where you can see the venue in action).
The Madison
Cottage Grove, MN
Are you having a large guest count? The Madison is the largest barn venue in Minnesota and can hold up to 500 guests! Your wedding party will be getting ready in style with luxurious suites (including a game room).
The outdoor patio is perfect for cocktail hour before guests head into the temperature controlled barn. The main reason this venue can fit so many guests is due to the barn’s unique second level that overlooks the main floor. So fun!
In 2024, the venue was purchased by new owners and renamed The Madison. Our team has a longstanding history at this venue and we are so pleased to have a solid relationship in place with the new owners. They are truly so great to work with.
Want to see more?
If you’re interested in this venue, be sure to check out Emily and Ryan’s elegant wedding.
Don’t miss Elaine and Lucas’s fall wedding.
Maple Ridge Farm
Taylor’s Falls, MN
We’re letting you in on a little secret by sharing Maple Ridge Farm. This venue is a small hidden gem that our team has fallen in love with!
With giant maple trees overlooking the fields, the outdoor ceremony site looks absolutely beautiful during the summer and fall months. The dining pavilion has string lights and chandeliers, keeping the upscale country theme. Wrap up the evening by dancing the night away in the historic barn.
Our favorite part is the barn’s doorway swing. It makes for a super fun photo op for you and your guests!
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Want to see more of this hidden gem? Check out Kelea and Tyler’s wedding.
Northern Oaks Events
Sauk Rapids, MN
Northern Oaks Events is one of those venues that feels like home! We love that the log house on site is available for your wedding party to get ready in the morning of the big day. Once you leave the house, you are free to explore the beautiful property. The pond with fountains makes the perfect backdrop for your ceremony.
If you’re dreaming of a backyard wedding without the hassle of hosting, this venue with the tented pavilion in the backyard is perfect. There are also multiple fire pits and lots of grassy space for yard games to really bring that “home away from home” vibe to life!
Oh, and Northern Oaks handles the bar service for you. Couples love not having to worry about getting that additional vendor booked.
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Kendra and Colin’s wedding was simply elegant! Be sure to check out their Northern Oaks Events wedding.
Redeemed Farm
Scandia, MN
If we had to choose a favorite overall venue from a coordinator’s perspective, Redeemed Farm would be it! The owners are incredibly sweet and welcoming to vendors and guests alike. The property is pristine with gardens, a vineyard, a fountain, and multiple well thought out spaces.
You can have your ceremony in The Stable, The Vineyard Lawn, or the Historic Barn Loft. Each one is uniquely different and presents its own vibe.
There are separate spaces for the ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner, and dancing. As coordinators, this creates such a seamless flow for guests (a dream come true)! As a couple, you know you are getting your money's worth as you utilize the entire property.
Not to mention the stunning getting ready suites! The Groom’s Suite has foosball, a pool table, and TV. The Bridal Suite embraces french country charm and makes for the most stunning bridal portraits.
Want to see more?
Check out Jordan and Craig’s fun-filled wedding or Ally and Ryan’s colorful wedding day.
Rolling Ridge
St. Joseph, MN
Rolling Ridge is a barn venue full of history. They offer a variety of ceremony locations, but our favorite is the unique backdrop along the rock wall of the original barn’s foundation. A wonderful nod to the venue’s history!
The Lone Tree Lounge and Historic Barn are both temperature controlled, making them the perfect spaces for your cocktail hour and dinner no matter the weather. Guests will love soaking up the rustic atmosphere while enjoying the venue’s exceptional catering service!
This is one of the only venues that offers an outdoor dance under the string lights weather permitting). There’s no feeling like dancing the night away on The Courtyard Patio under the stars.
Psst – there’s also a secret speakeasy that you can rent for an additional fee. It’s a perfect private bar for the wedding party after the ceremony.
Want to see more?
Jinnea and Adam’s wedding perfectly represents what it looks like when rustic meets elegance at this venue.
Emily and Nick’s wedding featured a first dance under the stars that we will never forget.
Round Barn Farm
Red Wing, MN
Round Barn Farm is perfect for couples who are looking for an all-inclusive barn venue! There is a Bed and Breakfast on site that offers the perfectly convenient overnight accommodations for couples. The outdoor ceremony site overlooks the valley, creating a beautiful backdrop for your first moments as a married couple.
The historic property features one of the last remaining round barns in the entire Midwest! Enjoy dinner in the pavilion before heading to the round barn for dancing. The first dance is one of our favorite features of this venue. As the couple dances downstairs surrounded by twinkle lights, your guests overlook your first dance from the second floor. It’s such a unique experience!
Want to see more?
Check out Erica and Dom’s romantic wedding or Callan and Michael’s fall wedding.
Hidden Meadows and Barn
Pepin, WI
Okay, so maybe Hidden Meadows and Barn isn’t technically in MN, but we think it’s worth the mini trip across the border! This venue is nothing short of dreamy. No matter where you look, you are met with a breathtaking view.
The Open-Sided Barn is perfect for enjoying all the scenic delights while still having protection from the elements. We love the mix of modern and rustic charm that this space offers!
As the evening progresses, guests can enjoy the firepit, the soft glow of string lights, and drinks served up by the venue themselves. Oh, and you can rent out the Farmhouse for an overnight stay. Booking your wedding at Hidden Meadows allows you to check multiple tasks off of your to-do list.
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Don’t miss Emma and Kevin’s action-packed wedding (their good friend, who you may know as Yung Gravy, was the beer boy in their ceremony).
Mallory and Matt’s wedding embraced the venue’s fall beauty.
BONUS: Private Residence
Our team specializes in both barn and backyard weddings! If you want to host your wedding at a private residence, we have you covered. We’ll help you work through the logistics/flow of the space, create a rain plan, and ensure that you have vendors who have experience in this setting.
Don’t miss these tips from our team about planning a backyard wedding!
Want to see how a private residence wedding can be upscale?
Check out Devon and Matt’s lakeside wedding or Sarah and Roberto’s luxury farm wedding.
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Photo Credits
Jeannine Marie Photography
Kost Productions
Stef Mishica Photography
Kelly Birch Photography
Asher Marie Photography
Eric Lundgren Photography
Midwest LifeShots Photography
Alma Films & Photography
Hoff Photography
Holly Shuldheisz Photography
Lulle Photo and Film
Loui Photography
Vanessa Lee Photography
Carly Mac Photography
Kelsey Englund Photography
Boundless Exposure
Cameron & Tia
Gabe Stejskal
KMP Photo
Daly Proof Photography
Angela Kissel Photography
Flow Event Group
Written by: Hope Konkol