Explore the Best Wedding Venues In and Around Iowa City
Iowa has hundreds of stunning wedding venues, but how do you even begin to find the right one?! When it comes to picking your wedding venue, keep in mind your budget, aesthetic, and vibe for the overall day, because picking the right venue is like finding the person you want to marry. You’ll know it when you see it!
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The best wedding venues in iowa city, iowa
There are so many amazing venues around the Iowa City area, to the point where it can get a little overwhelming! But don’t worry, I’ve compiled a list of some of my favorite wedding venues in the area.
The Barn at Walker Homestead
Couples Who Got Married at Walker Homestead
These Elizabeth Bliss Events couples got married at Walker Homestead in Iowa City, see how they styled their day and pull inspiration for your own wedding!
Rachel & Kody
Maggie & Eric
The Barn at Walker Homestead sits along the rolling hills and vineyard in Iowa City. Known for their fresh farm to table food, catering staff, and cute animals, they are a fun venue to host any event at- Especially weddings! With 85 acres to roam around and take photos, it’s no wonder this venue has gained popularity over the years!
Address: 3867 James Ave SW, Iowa City, IA 52246
Email: info@walker-homestead.com
Pricing: May-October: Fridays 8a-11p - $8,000, Saturdays and Holidays 8a-11p -$9,500, Sundays 8a-11p - $8,000
November-April : rental fee is a factor of the number of guests: $3,000+(number of guests*$15)
Wilson’s Orchard & Farm
Couples Who Got Married at Wilson’s Ciderhouse
These Elizabeth Bliss Events couples got married at Wilson’s Ciderhouse in Iowa City, see how they styled their day and pull inspiration for your own wedding!
Maddy & Jackson
Wilson’s Orchard and Farm is a beautiful example of a Midwest barn wedding! With the stunning barnwood interior, inhouse catering, and a gorgeous outdoor ceremony spot, this venue has everything you’ll need for a rustic wedding!
Address: 4823 Dingleberry Rd NE #1, Iowa City, IA 52240
Email: info@wilsonsfarm.com
Pricing: May - November: Friday $4,500, Saturday $6,500, Sunday $4,500, December - April: Friday $2,500, Saturday $3,500, Sunday $2,500
The Midnight Gem
Couples Who Got Married at The Midnight Gem
These Elizabeth Bliss Events couples got married at The Midnight Gem in Swisher, see how they styled their day and pull inspiration for your own wedding!
Kori & Trevor
Amanda & Brett
The Elizabeth Styled Shoot
The Midnight Gem is a new modern lux venue in Swisher, Iowa. Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, but still close enough that guests can book their hotels in Iowa City, or closer if they prefer. With a trending black and white color scheme, it’s easy to make any color palette work in this venue, which is why so many couples love it!
Address: 2613 Ders Dr NW, Swisher, IA 52338
Email: info@themidnightgem.com
Pricing: May - October: Friday $6,500, Saturday $7,500, Sunday $5,000, April & November: Friday $5,500, Saturday $6,500, Sunday $5,000, December - March: Friday $4,500, Saturday $5,500, Sunday $5,000
Bella Sala Event Center
Couples Who Got Married at The Bella Sala Event Center
These Elizabeth Bliss Events couples got married at The Bella Sala Event Center in Tiffin, see how they styled their day and pull inspiration for your own wedding!
Crystal & Brock
Miranda & Trent
The Bella Sala Event Center is one of the largest wedding venues in the area, with the ability to seat 650 people! Don’t fret, even if you have a smaller wedding, Bella Sala can cut it’s ballroom in half with dividers, making it the perfect wedding venue for couples with less than 300 people.
Address: 205 S Park Rd Suite B, Tiffin, IA 52340
Email: info@bellasalaevents.com
The Celebration Farm
Couples Who Got Married at The Celebration Farm
These Elizabeth Bliss Events couples got married at The Celebration Farm in Iowa City, see how they styled their day and pull inspiration for your own wedding!
Kyle & Kelly
Trina & Tommy
The Celebration Farm in Iowa City has two reception venue options: One being their timberframe, a smaller rustic chic barn for 150 guests, and then the double round barn which is a newly renovated space that offers a large open ceiling reception space meant for 300 guests. Although they can host two weddings at once, they do a wonderful job of making each wedding feel secluded, and offer plenty of parking for guests!
Address: 4696 Robin Woods Ln NE, Iowa City, IA 52240
Email: events@thecelebrationfarm.com
Pricing: May - August: Friday $4,000, Saturday $5,500, Sunday $6,500, September - October: Friday $4,500, Saturday $6,000, Sunday $7,000, November - December: Friday $4,000, Saturday $5,500, Sunday $6,500, Januray - April: Friday $3,000, Saturday $4,500, Sunday $5,500
Koru Berry Farm
Couples Who Got Married at Koru Berry Farm
These Elizabeth Bliss Events couples got married at Koru Berry Farm in Homestead, see how they styled their day and pull inspiration for your own wedding!
Kelley & Jamey
Koru Berry Farm in Homestead Iowa is such a fun venue to get married at! They have so many animals on site that your guests can walk around and meet during cocktail hour, and with all the 22 acres of rolling hills around you, you feel secluded on the wedding day.
Address: 1681 U Ave, Homestead, IA 52236
Email: dedahappel@gmail.com
Pricing: Friday $5,500, Saturday $6,000, Sunday $4,000
Little Light on the Lane
Who Got Married at Little Lights on the Lane
These Elizabeth Bliss Events couples got married at Little Lights in West Branch, see how they styled their day and pull inspiration for your own wedding!
Hailey & Jamison
Little Lights on the Lane in West Branch is a modern rustic venue perfect for any couple looking to make their wedding day special. Something unique about this venue is that they offer in house decor for their couples to use for free when they book at Little Lights, something most venues don’t offer!
Address: 2 Ember Ln, West Branch, IA 52358
Email: hellolittlelightsevents@gmail.com
Pricing: Friday $12,000, Saturday $12,500
The Iowa Memorial Union
Who Got Married at The Iowa Memorial Union
These Elizabeth Bliss Events couples got married at the Iowa Memorial Union in Iowa City, see how they styled their day and pull inspiration for your own wedding!
Claire & Chad
The Iowa Memorial Union in downtown Iowa City is a great venue for couples looking to be surrounded by the hustle and bustle of the city! With a hotel attatched to the venue itself, it makes leaving for the night seamless not only for you, but for your guests as well!
Address: 125 N Madison St, Iowa City, IA 52245
Email: imu-eventservices@uiowa.edu
