North Shore Wedding Venues
North Shore Wedding Venues MN
Welcome to the Minnesota North Shore, where the scenic views set the perfect backdrop for your wedding day. This region of Northern Minnesota offers a wide range of wedding venues for couples looking for a unique and unforgettable wedding day experience. The area is full of history, lush forests, rocky cliffs, pebble beaches, and endless lake views. From the vibrant city of Duluth, MN, all the way to the quaint and charming town of Grand Marais, MN, this guide includes all the North Shore wedding venues the area has to offer. Whether you envision an intimate lakeside wedding with just your core people or a grand celebration with 300 guests, this guide can be your compass on where to host your wedding along Lake Superior! From historic mansions with lakeside views to timeless ballrooms, we’ve included everything you will need to help you choose where to host your North Shore wedding.
Duluth, MN Wedding Venues
Nestled along the breathtaking shores of Lake Superior, the city of Duluth offers a diverse array of wedding venues. From historic landmarks to scenic waterfront settings, Duluth provides tons of unique backdrops for couples seeking a unique and picturesque location to get married.
Duluth Outdoor Wedding Venues
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Spirit Mountain Recreation Area
Get married on Spirit Mountain, a ski resort and adventure park in the hills of Duluth, MN!
Ceremony Details: Outdoor with views of Lake Superior and Duluth
Capacity: Bear Paw Room up to 300 guests; Moosehead Room up to 135 guests.
Getting Ready Area on Site: No
Reception on Site: 2 reception rooms
Lodging on Site: Yes, camping
Day of Coordination: Yes
Catering on Site: Yes
Vibe: Adventurous and a little rustic lodge.
Rental Cost: $750-$950 starting
Resort on the Harbor.
Elopement We Photographed: Pier B Resort Hotel Elopement Wedding
Ceremony Details: Outdoor on the deck overlooking the Historic Duluth Lift Bridge
Capacity: Contact for info
Getting Ready Area on Site: No
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: Yes
Day of Coordination: No
Catering on Site: Yes
Vibe: Modern Industrial
Rental Cost: Starting at $50 per person
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40-acre apple orchard and barn wedding venue in Duluth.
Ceremony Details: Inside barn or outdoor options
Capacity: Inside barn up to 140; outdoor up to 250
Getting Ready Area on Site: No
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: No
Day of Coordination: Yes
Catering on Site: No
Vibe: Barn wedding venue
Other Amenities: On-site parking for 60 vehicles; full Friday through Sunday Rental.
Rental Cost: Starting at $5,000
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Intimate outdoor wedding venue in the woods of Duluth, MN.
Ceremony Details: Outdoor with optional outdoor covered space
Capacity: up to 150 guests
Getting Ready Area on Site: No
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: No
Day of Coordination: Unsure
Catering on Site: No
Vibe: Rustic and outdoorsy
Rental Cost: Unsure
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Historic Zoo built on 19 acres of parkland. Features creeks, stone bridges, a waterfall, and 140 species of animals.
Ceremony Details: Multiple outdoor and indoor options
Capacity: Up to 300 guests
Getting Ready Area on Site: No
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: No
Day of Coordination: Yes
Catering on Site: No
Vibe: Nature-inspired and animals
Other Amenities: Special animal experiences available. Full Zoo after-hours availability for the ultimate outdoor wedding experience.
Rental Cost: Starting at $400 for the ceremony and $1,300 reception
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Get married on Lake Superior at Duluth’s only yacht-style floating event center.
Ceremony Details: Outdoor ceremony on the deck of one of the Vista Fleet’s boats.
Capacity: Vista Queen up to 42 seated; Vista Star up to 120 seated.
Getting Ready Area on Site: No
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: No
Day of Coordination: Yes
Catering on Site: Yes
Vibe: Yacht style boat
Rental Cost: Starting at $800
Historic and luxury country club with views of rolling hills, Lake Superior, and woods.
Wedding We Photographed: Northland Country Club Wedding
Ceremony Details: Outdoor options on the green or garden area.
Capacity: Up to 280 guests
Getting Ready Area on Site: Yes
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: No
Day of Coordination: Yes
Catering on Site: Yes
Vibe: Country club ballroom
Rental cost: Ceremony starts at $600, reception starts at $2,037
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Lakeside ceremony location inside Duluth’s Historic Fitger’s Inn.
Ceremony Details: Outdoor on the lake and indoor options
Capacity: Up to 150 guests
Getting Ready Area on Site: No
Reception on Site: Yes, indoor and outdoor options
Lodging on Site: Yes, historic hotel
Day of Coordination: Yes
Catering on Site: Yes
Vibe: Historic and Urban
Rental Cost: Starting at $250
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Meadow event venue in Duluth, MN
Ceremony Details: Outdoors in a meadow or by the pond.
Capacity: Contact for info
Getting Ready Area on Site: No
Reception on Site: Yes, outdoors
Lodging on Site: No
Day of Coordination: No
Catering on Site: No
Vibe: Outdoorsy in nature
Rental Cost: Contact for info
Duluth Parks and Recreation Wedding Sites
13 public parks in the Duluth area allow for wedding ceremonies and receptions. To reserve a park shelter visit the city of Duluth website. Planning a wedding in a Duluth Park.
Park Rules (from Duluthmn.gov):
A permit does not provide “exclusive” use of the park; only the picnic shelter or specific area you have requested. The park will still be open to the public. Permit must be in permittee’s possession at event to enforce its privileges, including asking individuals to move from the designated reserved space.
The permit includes use of the shelter or reserved space (i.e. ballfield), and amenities (picnic tables, water, electricity, and grills, where available).
Reservations are made for specific time periods - the space is not yours until the reservation time begins, so please plan accordingly. Most parks close at 10 PM, unless posted to close at 12 AM. Everyone must be out of the park by closing time.
The area must be left in an orderly condition when you leave at end of time period; all trash and decorating items must be disposed of properly in existing containers and left clean for the next group using the park. Plants and trees must not be used as supports for games or decorations. To avoid turf damage, chairs must not push into the ground.
A key is available to allow vehicle entry for unloading of supplies into Lester Park. A $20 key deposit is required. Vehicles cannot remain in the park and the post or gate must remain locked during your event.
The group or person reserving the shelter is held responsible for the safe conduct of all participants attending event.
All motorized vehicles must remain in the parking lot and are not allowed on any off-road areas such as park pathways, grass, fields, etc.
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES: The consumption of alcohol is prohibited by City of Duluth ordinance unless an alcohol consumption permit is included with your reservation. (See page 4 for information on alcoholic beverages.)
FOOD: You may use existing grills or bring additional grills. Coals, hot water, or cooking oil/grease cannot be dumped on lawns, turf, landscaped areas, catch basins or sewers, and must be disposed of properly. Grease and food waste should be composted or thrown in the garbage. For safety reasons, glass containers are prohibited. (For additional information, contact Todd Carlson at tcarlson@duluthmn.gov, 218.591.2343 or 218.730.4051.)
ELECTRICITY/WATER: Most parks are equipped with 110 volt electrical outlets - 220 is not available. Multiple items may cause an overload; please be careful. Water is only available in parks with permanent restrooms.
RECYCLING: A WLSSD ordinance is in effect, requiring recycling in the parks. Use existing receptacles for all recyclables.
CAMPFIRES: Campfires are allowed only in existing fire pits or fireplaces in the parks. Bringing in your own fire ring is not allowed. Fire must not extend outside of the fire pit and permittee shall burn only wood that is brought into the park for the purpose of a recreational fire - no burning of materials from the park. Fire must be attended to at all times and shall be completely extinguished before leaving, removing all burned and unburned material.
RESTROOMS & PORTABLE TOILETS: When additional toilet facilities are needed, they will be arranged and paid for by the wedding event permittee. All permanent restrooms begin opening in May and will be closed after September 30.
TENTS & CANOPIES: Staked tents are not allowed; only stand-alone 10’ x 20’ canopies (except Rose Garden). A $100 deposit is required. If any of the tents are over 400 square feet, it will require a secondary permit through the Life Safety Division of the Duluth Fire Department. This can be obtained by contacting Life Saftery directly at 218.730.4380 or lifesafety@duluthmn.gov
DOGS: Dogs must be leashed at all times and are not allowed on playground areas.
“OFF SEASON” WEDDING PERMIT REQUESTS: Your request for use of a park before Memorial Day or after October 31st will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Water and bathrooms are not available at these times.
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Bayfront Festival Park, Bayfront Park Plaza, Bayfront Family Center
Ceremony Details: Outside overlooking Lake Superior.
Capacity: Any size
Reception on Site: Yes
Vibe: Outdoor Park with structure
Rental Cost: Contact DECC for a quote
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Ceremony Details: Outside rocky beach overlooking Lake Superior.
Capacity: Up to 100 guests, parking for 50 cars
Reception on Site: Yes, picnic style $50
Vibe: Outdoor Park on Lake Superior
Rental Cost: for 5 hours, $110 Resident, $170 Non-Resident
Wedding Rehearsal: $55 Resident, $85 Non-Resident
Canopy Deposit: $100
Alcohol Consumption Permit: $150
NOTE: No water or electricity. Formal wedding receptions that serve alcohol and have live music and dancing are not allowed in the City of Duluth parks
Available Timeslots:
10 am - 3 pm
4 pm - 9 pm
10 am - 9 pm (charged for two slots)
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Ceremony Details: Outdoors with a covered pavilion
Capacity: Up to 100 guests, parking for 25 cars
Reception on Site: Yes, picnic style $50
Vibe: Outdoor Park
Rental Cost: For 5 hours, $110 Resident, $170 Non-Resident
Wedding Rehearsal: $55 Resident, $85 Non-Resident
Canopy Deposit: $100
Alcohol Consumption Permit: $150
NOTE: Electricity. Formal wedding receptions that serve alcohol and have live music and dancing are not allowed in the City of Duluth parks
Available Timeslots:
10 am - 3 pm
4 pm - 9 pm
10 am - 9 pm (charged for two slots)
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Ceremony Details: Outdoors with a pavilion
Capacity: Up to 200 guests, parking for 80 cars
Reception on Site: Yes, picnic style $50
Vibe: Outdoor Park
Rental Cost: For 5 hours,
1-150 people $110 Resident, $170 Non-Resident
151+ people $160 Resident, $250 Non-Resident
Wedding Rehearsal: $55 Resident, $85 Non-Resident
Canopy Deposit: $100
Alcohol Consumption Permit: $150
NOTE: Electricity. Formal wedding receptions that serve alcohol and have live music and dancing are not allowed in the City of Duluth parks
Available Timeslots:
10 am - 3 pm
4 pm - 9 pm
10 am - 9 pm (charged for two slots)
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Ceremony Details: Outdoors with an elegant gazebo
Capacity: Up to 150 guests, parking for 50 cars
Reception on Site: No
Vibe: Rose garden
Rental Cost: For 2 hours, $270 Resident, $420 Non-Resident
Wedding Rehearsal: $55 Resident, $85 Non-Resident
Alcohol Consumption Permit: $150
Note: Roses are typically in bloom from June - September. Electricity and chairs are allowed for the disabled and elderly only. Rose Garden remains open to the public, you only get exclusive use of the gazebo area.
Available Timeslots:
10 am - 12 pm
12 pm - 2 pm
2 pm - 4 pm
4 pm - 6 pm
6 pm - 8 pm
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Ceremony Details: Outdoors with a Japanese-style arch
Capacity: Up to 50 guests, metered parking
Reception on Site: No
Vibe: Outdoor Park on Lake Superior
Rental Cost: For 5 hours, $110 Resident, $170 Non-Resident
Wedding Rehearsal: $55 Resident, $85 Non-Resident
Canopy Deposit: $100
Alcohol Consumption Permit: $150
Note: Electricity
Available Timeslots:
10 am - 3 pm
4 pm - 9 pm
10 am - 9 pm (charged for two slots)
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Gichi-Ode’ Akiing (Lake Place Park)
Ceremony Details: Outdoors with a pavilion
Capacity: Up to 200 guests, street and ramp parking is available
Reception on Site: No
Vibe: Lakefront park
Rental Cost: for 5 hours,
1-150 people $110 Resident, $170 Non-Resident
151+ people $160 Resident, $250 Non-Resident
Wedding Rehearsal: $55 Resident, $85 Non-Resident
Canopy Deposit: $100
Alcohol Consumption Permit: $150
Available Timeslots:
10 am - 3 pm
4 pm - 9 pm
10 am - 9 pm (charged for two slots)
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Ceremony Details: Outside woods or pavilion
Capacity: Up to 400 guests, parking for 50 cars
Reception on site: Yes, picnic style $50
Vibe: Outdoor Park with structure
Rental cost: For 5 hours,
1-150 people $110 Resident, $170 Non-Resident
151+ people $160 Resident, $250 Non-Resident
Wedding Rehearsal: $55 Resident, $85 Non-Resident
Canopy Deposit: $100
Alcohol Consumption Permit: $150
NOTE: Electricity. Formal wedding receptions that serve alcohol and have live music and dancing are not allowed in the City of Duluth parks
Available Timeslots:
10 am - 3 pm
4 pm - 9 pm
10 am - 9 pm (charged for two slots)
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Ceremony Details: Outside woods or pavilion
Capacity: Up to 200 guests, parking for 10 cars
Reception on Site: Yes, picnic style $50
Vibe: Outdoor Park with pavilion
Rental Cost: For 5 hours
1-150 people $110 Resident, $170 Non-Resident
151+ people $160 Resident, $250 Non-Resident
Wedding Rehearsal: $55 Resident, $85 Non-Resident
Canopy Deposit: $100
Alcohol Consumption Permit: $150
NOTE: Electricity. Formal wedding receptions that serve alcohol and have live music and dancing are not allowed in the City of Duluth parks
Available Timeslots:
10 am - 3 pm
4 pm - 9 pm
10 am - 9 pm (charged for two slots)
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Ceremony Details: Outdoor beach on Lake Superior
Capacity: Any size guests, parking for 385 cars
Note: Electricity, rental info
Reception on site: Yes
Vibe: Outdoor Park with pavilion
Rental Cost: Contact YMCA for a quote
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Ceremony Details: Outdoors with a gazebo overlooking Duluth
Capacity: Up to 100 guests, parking for 60 cars
Reception on Site: Yes, picnic style $50
Vibe: Outdoor Park, gardens and overlooks
Rental Cost: For 5 hours, $365 Resident, $520 Non-Resident
Wedding Rehearsal: $55 Resident, $85 Non-Resident
Canopy Deposit: $100
Alcohol Consumption Permit: $150
NOTE: Electricity. Formal wedding receptions that serve alcohol and have live music and dancing are not allowed in the City of Duluth parks
Available Timeslots:
10 am - 3 pm
4 pm - 9 pm
10 am - 9 pm (charged for two slots)
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Endion Station Plaza (Lakewalk, Canal Park)
Ceremony Details: Outdoors along Duluth Lakewalk with views of Lake Superior
Capacity: Up to 100 guests, parking for 60 cars and off-street parking
Reception on site: No
Vibe: Outdoor Park, panoramic views of Lake Superior
Rental Cost: for 5 hours, $365 Resident, $520 Non-Resident
Wedding Rehearsal: $55 Resident, $85 Non-Resident
Canopy Deposit: $100
Alcohol Consumption Permit: $150
Note: Water
Available Timeslots:
10 am - 3 pm
4 pm - 9 pm
10 am - 9 pm (charged for two slots)
Wedding We Photographed: A wedding we photographed at Leif Erickson Park
Ceremony Details: Outside on a stone stage
Capacity: Up to 1500 guests, parking for 50 cars
Reception on Site: Yes, picnic style $50
Vibe: Outdoor Park with stone structure
Rental Cost: For 5 hours
1-150 people $260 Resident, $420 Non-Resident
151+ people $160 Resident, $250 Non-Resident
Wedding Rehearsal: $55 Resident, $85 Non-Resident
Canopy Deposit: $100
Alcohol Consumption Permit: $150
NOTE: Electricity, suggested to bring in portable restrooms. Formal wedding receptions that serve alcohol and have live music and dancing are not allowed in the City of Duluth parks
Available Timeslots:
10 am - 3 pm
4 pm - 9 pm
10 am - 9 pm (charged for two slots)
Duluth Indoor Wedding Venues
Greysolon Ballroom By Blackwoods
Historic Ballroom with a full-service white glove experience in downtown Duluth, MN.
Wedding we photographed: Greysolon Ballroom By Blackwoods Wedding
Ceremony Details: Historic Ballroom and optional Moorish Room
Capacity: The Ballroom has up to 375 guests; the Moorish Room has up to 200 guests
Getting Ready Area on Site: Yes
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: No
Day of Coordination: Yes
Catering on Site: Yes, included with Black Woods
Vibe: Historic and ornate features with an elegant feel.
Other Amenities: Optional lounge for social hour
Rental Cost: Greysolon Wedding Packages range: $7,100-$17,000
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Historic Industrial style wedding venue near Lake Superior in downtown Duluth, MN
Ceremony Details: Indoor Main Clyde Event Center Building and The Malting Building
Capacity: Main Event Center: up to 600 seated, 1200 standing; Upstairs Bar Event Space: up to 100 guests; Entire Main Building up to 2,000 guests; Malting Building Event Center up to 450 seated and 850 standing.
Getting Ready Area on Site: Yes
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: No
Day of Coordination: Yes
Catering on Site: Yes
Vibe: Urban and industrial
Other Amenities: The entire building is available to rent: restaurant, bar, main floor, balconies, and event spaces.
Rental Cost: Starting at $1402
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Historic mansion in Duluth, MN on Lake Superior.
Ceremony Details: Indoor and outdoor options.
Capacity: Winter Garden, indoor up to 120 guests; Juliet Balcony and Terrace, outdoor up to 120 guests; Amusement Room, indoor up to 80 guests; Carriage House Lawn, outdoor tented up to 300 guests; Lake Superior Shoreline, outdoor, up to 120 guests.
Getting Ready Area on Site: Yes
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: No
Day of Coordination: Yes
Catering on Site: No
Vibe: Historic Elegance
Rental Cost: Starting at $7,400
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1906 Italian Renaissance Mansion and Carriage House located in Duluth’s Historic District.
Ceremony Details: Indoor and outdoor options
Capacity: Contact for info
Getting Ready Area on Site: Yes
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: Yes
Day of Coordination: No
Catering on Site: No
Vibe: Italian Renaissance
Rental Cost: Contact for a quote
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Salyards Mansion Boutique Hotel
1909 Dutch Colonial Boutique Hotel in Duluth’s Mansion District.
Ceremony Details: Indoor and outdoor options
Capacity: Contact for info
Getting Ready Area on Site: Yes
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: Yes
Day of Coordination: No
Catering on Site: No
Vibe: Historic Charm
Rental Cost: Contact for a quote
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GG Barnum Mansion Boutique Hotel
Historic 1910 mansion home.
Ceremony Details: Indoor and outdoor options
Capacity: Contact for info
Getting Ready Area on Site: Yes
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: Yes
Day of Coordination: No
Catering on Site: No
Vibe: Historic meets modern
Rental Cost: Contact for a quote
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Unique renovated gas station small wedding venue with an industrial and vintage aesthetic.
Ceremony Details: Inside
Capacity: Up to 32 guests
Getting Ready Area on Site: Yes with Airbnb rental
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: Yes, The Bailey Builds Makers Loft Airbnb
Day of Coordination: No
Catering on Site: No
Vibe: Vintage Industrial
Rental Cost: Starting at $125 an hour.
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The event space is located in Duluth’s Historic Canal Park.
Ceremony Details: Indoor
Capacity: Multiple rooms available, Main Floor, Upper Barn, Bayview Room, and Lift Bridge Lounge
Getting Ready Area on Site: Unknown
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: No
Day of Coordination: Yes
Catering on Site: No
Vibe: High-End Industrial
Rental Cost: Contact for a quote
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Non-denominational Historic Neo-Gothic Cathedral in downtown Duluth, MN.
Ceremony Details: Indoor cathedral
Capacity: Up to 330 guests
Getting Ready Area on Site: Contact for info
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: No
Day of Coordination: Yes
Catering on Site: No
Vibe: Modern Gothic
Rental Cost: Reach out for quote
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Full-service Historic mansion in Duluth, MN. Elegant, charming, and magical bed and breakfast event venue.
Ceremony Details: Inside by luxurious fireplace
Capacity: No more than 100 guests
Getting Ready Area on Site: Yes
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: Yes, luxury suites
Day of Coordination: Yes
Catering on Site: Yes
Vibe: Historical Luxury
Rental Cost: Elopement package: $1,500; Micro Weddings up to 12 guests: $6,000; Intimate Weddings up to 35 guests $8,000; Wedding Weekend Package: $12,000; Whole Inn Rental: $3,000+
DECC (Duluth Entertainment Convention Center)
Harbor Side and City Side Convention Centers with scenic views.
Ceremony Details: Two indoor ceremony room options. French River Room hosts up to 200 guests. Gooseberry Falls Room hosts up to 300 guests
Capacity: Harbor Side Ballroom: up to 425 guests; Horizon Room: up to 200 guests; Lake Superior Ballroom: up to 450 guests
Getting Ready Area on Site: Yes
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: No
Day of Coordination: Yes
Catering on Site: Yes
Vibe: Modern Ballroom
Rental Cost: Lake Superior Ballroom: starting at $1,350; Horizon Room starting at $1,600; Harbor Side Ballroom starting at $2,100; Ceremony Rooms starting at $850
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Modern event center near Downtown Duluth, MN.
Ceremony Details: Indoor banquet hall and outdoor space
Capacity: Full facility up to 225 seated; Skyline Room 80 seated; Highland Room up to 50 seated
Getting Ready Area on Site: No
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: Yes, attached hotel
Day of Coordination: Yes
Catering on Site: Yes
Vibe: Modern Luxury
Rental Cost: Starting at 6,800 for everything
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Banquet venue in Duluth, MN.
Ceremony Details: Indoor in a windowed space
Capacity: Buffalo Junction up to 275 guests; Bison Hall up to 150 guests
Getting Ready Area on Site: No
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: No
Day of Coordination: Yes
Catering on Site: Yes
Vibe: Traditional banquet hall
Rental Cost: Contact for a quote
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A luxurious and historic landmark in Duluth, MN.
Ceremony Details: Indoor and outdoor option
Capacity: Contact for info
Getting Ready Area on Site: Yes
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: No
Day of Coordination: Yes
Catering on Site: Yes
Vibe: Historic and Luxury clubhouse
Rental Cost: Contact for a quote
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Historic train museum wedding venue space Downtown Duluth, MN.
Ceremony Details: Indoor
Capacity: Up to 200 guests
Getting Ready Area on Site: No
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: No
Day of Coordination: No
Catering on Site: No
Vibe: Historic Industrial
Rental Cost: Contact for a quote
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A modern rustic restaurant in Duluth with a thoughtful menu of comfort foods and contemporary dishes.
Ceremony Details: No dedicated ceremony site, recommend off-site ceremony and reception here.
Capacity: Up to 100 guests
Getting Ready Area on Site: No
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: No
Day of Coordination: No
Catering on Site: Yes
Vibe: Modern rustic restaurant
Rental Cost: Starting at $500
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Fun wedding reception spot with bowling, axe throwing, and an arcade.
Ceremony Details: Reception-only venue.
Capacity: Up to 200 indoor and 350 outdoor
Getting Ready Area on Site: No
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: No
Day of Coordination: No
Catering on Site: Yes
Vibe: Fun and modern industrial
Rental Cost: Contact for a quote
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Event center and banquet hall.
Ceremony Details: Indoor
Capacity: Red Swan Ballroom: up to 300 guests; City Limits Room: up to 150 guests; Lakeview Room: up to 50 guests
Getting Ready Area on Site: No
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: No
Day of Coordination: Yes
Catering on Site: Yes, Red Swan Catering
Vibe: Simple Ballroom
Rental Cost: Red Swan Ballroom: $1,395; City Limits Room: $1,095; Lakeview Room: $350; Starlight Suite: $95
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All-inclusive ballroom-style wedding and reception experience.
Ceremony Details: Indoor Ballroom
Capacity: Ballroom up to 300 guests; Northern Lights Rooms up to 132 guests
Getting Ready Area on Site: Yes
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: Yes, hotel
Day of Coordination: Yes
Catering on Site: Yes
Vibe: Formal Ballroom
Rental Cost: Starting at $775
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Holiday Inn & Suites Duluth-Downtown
Perfect for an all-inclusive wedding day that’s convenient and offers everything under one roof in downtown Duluth!
Ceremony Details: Ballroom or conference center options
Capacity: Great Lakes Ballroom up to 350 guests; Lyric Conference Center up to 100 guests
Getting Ready Area on Site: Hotel room
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: Yes
Day of Coordination: Yes
Catering on Site: Yes
Vibe: Traditional and formal
Other Amenities: Free ramp parking
Rental Cost: $300-$1500
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Radisson Hotel Duluth Harborview
All-inclusive traditional banquet room style wedding venue.
Ceremony Details: Ballroom, hotel style
Capacity: Up to 300 guests
Getting Ready Area on site: No
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: Yes, hotel
Day of Coordination: Yes
Catering on Site: Yes
Vibe: Traditional, banquet room
Rental Cost: Contact for a quote
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Unique wedding venue in Duluth, MN.
Ceremony Details: Indoor and outdoor courtyard ceremony options
Capacity: Up to 160 guests
Getting Ready Area on Site: No
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: No
Day of Coordination: Yes
Catering on Site: No
Vibe: Unique and all things aquarium
Other Amenities: Scuba shows and animal encounters.
Rental Cost: Elopements start at $200, ceremonies start at $800, full facility rental package starts at $3500
Two Harbors, MN Wedding Venues
Two Harbors, MN, is a charming harbor town on Lake Superior's North Shore, with epic landscapes and a range of delightful wedding venues. From intimate lakeshore settings to rustic lodges.
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Outdoor farm wedding venue set in a peaceful forest area with an iconic red barn.
Ceremony Details: Multiple outdoor options with private river or barn backdrop.
Capacity: up to 150 guests
Getting Ready Area on Site: Reach out for more info
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: No
Day of Coordination: No
Catering on Site: No
Vibe: Farm and nature feel
Rental Cost: Contact for info
Harbor Rail Pub Loft and Events
Historic building in downtown Two Harbors, MN.
Ceremony Details: No dedicated ceremony site, this is more of a reception venue.
Capacity: Contact for info
Getting Ready Area on Site: Yes
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: Yes, luxury loft
Day of Coordination: Yes
Catering on Site: Yes
Vibe: Modern Industrial
Other Amenities: Rooftop deck
Rental Cost: Contact for info
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Full-service venue on Lake Superior.
Ceremony Details: Outdoor ceremony on a pebble beach on Lake Superior.
Capacity: Up to 300 guests
Getting Ready Area on Site: Yes
Reception on Site: Yes, indoor ballroom
Lodging on Site: Yes, hotel
Day of Coordination: Yes
Catering on Site: Yes
Vibe: Outdoorsy
Other Amenities: Pet-friendly
Rental Cost: Starting at $3,500
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Outdoor ceremonies and Lakeside ballroom.
Ceremony Details: Lake-level patio with arch.
Capacity: Up to 160 guests
Getting Ready Area on Site: Yes
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: Yes, hotel
Day of Coordination: Yes
Catering on Site: Yes
Vibe: Rustic elegance and outdoorsy
Rental Cost: Starting at $3,000
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Inspired by vintage Scandinavian fishing villages on 40 private acres with evergreens and 1300 feet of Lake Superior Shoreline.
Ceremony Details: Lake Superior shoreline beach ceremony
Capacity: Up to 50 guests
Getting Ready Area on Site: Yes
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: Yes
Day of Coordination: Yes
Catering on Aite: Yes
Vibe: Modern and outdoorsy
Other Amenities: Kayak, bikes, guided hikes, yard games, bonfires, snowshoeing, cross country skis, sauna, massages, pool, and fitness center
Rental Cost: Starting at $1,500
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Luxury log cabin-style accommodations.
Ceremony Details: Contact for info
Capacity: Contact for info
Getting Ready Area on Site: Yes
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: Yes
Day of Coordination: No
Catering on Site: No
Vibe: High-end log cabin aesthetic
Other Amenities: Luxury spa suites
Rental Cost: Contact for a quote.
Lutsen Wedding Venues
Lutsen is a small Minnesota Mountain town on Lake Superior with a variety of unique wedding venues with breathtaking backdrops. From the hills of the Lutsen Mountains to the rocky shores of Lake Superior.
Historic lodge in the woods with views of Lake Superior.
Ceremony Details: Outdoor ceremony in the woods or indoors in the main lodge.
Capacity: Up to 60 guests
Getting Ready Area on Site: No
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: Yes
Day of Coordination: Yes
Catering on Site: Yes
Vibe: Outdoorsy and high-end cabin
Rental Cost: Woodland Chapel: $350; Ledge Rock Shoreline: $150; Main Lodge: $1,000; Restaurant and Pup: contact for cost.
Lakeside home with views of Lake Superior.
Ceremony Details: Indoors in the home's main room, or outdoors on the Lake Superior Shoreline.
Capacity: Best for small weddings and elopements, inquire for more info
Getting Ready Area on Site: Yes
Reception on Site: Yes, inside the main room
Lodging on Site: Yes, six rooms, sleeps 21
Day of Coordination: No
Catering on Site: No
Vibe: Historic charm
Rental Cost: Inquire for quote
Family of resorts along the North Shore of Lake Superior.
A Wedding We Photographed: Bluefin Bay Resort Wedding
Ceremony Details: Option of Tofte Cove: semi-private, pebble beach ceremony site on Lake Superior; Beach Patio or inside in the Surfside Lakeside Ballroom.
Capacity: Tofte Cove: up to 30 guests; Beach Patio: up to 80 guests; Bluefin Grille Shore Room: up to 20 guests; Bluefin Grille Superior Room: up to 50 guests; Surfside Ballroom: up to 80 guests
Getting Ready Srea on Site: No
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: Yes
Day of Coordination: Yes
Catering on Site: Yes, Bluefin Grill
Vibe: Outdoorsy meets modern
Rental Cost: Tofte Cove: starting at $250; Beach Patio: Starting at $250; Bluefin Grille Shore Room: starting at $575; Bluefin Grille Superior Room: starting at $950; Surfside Ballroom: $3,500
Unique Dome lodging on 25-acre forest land.
Ceremony Details: Outdoor unstructured forest, or recommend another ceremony location.
Capacity: Contact for info
Getting Ready Area on Site: Yes
Reception on Site: Small bonfire circle, no formal reception area
Lodging on Site: Yes, 4 domes
Day of Coordination: No
Catering on Site: No
Vibe: Chill, Nordic-inspired farm
Rental Cost: Inquire for info.
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Cabin style Lodge with wooded outdoor space.
Ceremony Details: Outdoor
Capacity: Up to 100 guests
Getting Ready Area on Site: No
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: Yes
Day of Coordination: Yes
Catering on Site: Yes
Vibe: Cabin
Rental Cost: Contact for info
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The resort is nestled in the pines along the Lake Superior shoreline.
Ceremony Details: Outdoors on Lake Superior
Capacity: Contact for info
Getting Ready Area on Site: No
Reception on Site: No
Lodging on Site: Yes, motel rooms, lodge suites, lakeside cabins, and vacation homes.
Day of Coordination: No
Catering on Site: No
Vibe: Simple Rustic
Rental Cost: Contact for info
Rustic and luxurious lodge on Lake Superior.
A Wedding We Photographed: Lusten Lodge Wedding
Ceremony Details: Pebble Beach on Lake Superior.
Capacity: Up to 20 people outside on the beach (must book a room)
Getting Ready Area on Site: Yes, your hotel room
Reception on Site: Yes, restaurant
Lodging on Site: Yes, luxury and historic aesthetic hotel rooms.
Day of Coordination: No
Catering on Site: Yes, Lutsen Lodge Restaurant
Vibe: Historic Elegance
Rental Cost: Inquire for more info.
Summit Chalet in the Lutsen Mountains
Mountain top chalet with stunning views of Lake Superior.
Ceremony Details: Outdoor overlook at the top of the Lutsen Mountains. Must take the Summit Express to the top for a fee.
Capacity: Inquire for more info
Getting Ready Area on Site: No
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: No
Day of Coordination: No
Catering on Site: Yes
Vibe: Adventurous and rustic chalet.
Rental Cost: Inquire for more info.
Grand Marais Wedding Venues
Grand Marais is a popular tourist destination for a reason, it’s far enough North to feel secluded, but still has restaurants, gift shops, and more. It offers a range of wedding venue options, from waterfront ceremonies to cozy lodge celebrations.
Classic Northwoods lakeside resort in the forest.
Ceremony Details: Multiple outdoor Gunflint Lodge Beach and Dock, Lakeview Patio, Lonely Lake, and Lookout Point and indoor options Boundary Waters Hall and Lakeside Cabin.
Capacity: Multiple locations with varying guest counts from 2-120 guests.
Getting Ready Area on Site: No
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: Yes
Day of Coordination: Yes
Catering on Site: Yes
Vibe: Outdoorsy and cabin
Rental Cost: Inquire for more info
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Boutiuque hotel in Grand Marais, MN.
Ceremony Details: No designated ceremony location, but does have a rooftop deck.
Capacity: Up to 75 people
Getting Ready Area on Site: No
Reception on Site: Yes, rooftop deck option
Lodging on Site: Yes
Day of Coordination: Yes
Catering on Site: No
Vibe: Luxury, bold, and eclectic
Rental Cost: Contact for a quote.
Grand Portage Wedding Venues
A remote location with views of the iconic Hollow Rock arch on Lake Superior.
Ceremony Details: Pebble beach overlooking Lake Superior and Hollow Rock
Capacity: Contact for info
Getting Ready Area on Site: Yes
Reception on Site: Yes, in your lodging, and outdoors on the beach or by bonfire pit
Lodging on Site: Yes
Day of Coordination: No
Catering on Site: No
Vibe: Cabin in the Northwoods
Rental Cost: Contact for a quote
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Grand Portage Lodge and Casino
An upscale wedding and reception venue.
Ceremony Details: Indoor and outdoor options
Capacity: Contact for info
Getting Ready Area on Site: Yes
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: Yes
Day of Coordination: Yes
Catering on Site: Yes
Vibe: Upscale casino
Rental Cost: Contact for a quote
Northern Minnesota Wedding Venues
Some wedding venues just a stone's throw away from the Minnesota North Shore. Within 1-2 hours' reach, discover a plethora of options—rustic barns, lakeside retreats, and scenic vineyards—each promising an unforgettable celebration to fit your vibe.
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High-end black modern barn venue minutes from Duluth, MN.
Ceremony Details: Multiple indoor and outdoor options
Capacity: Up to 275 guests
Getting Ready Area on Site: Yes
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: No
Day of Coordination: Yes
Catering on Site: No
Vibe: Clean, modern, sophisticated rustic
Other Amenities: Pet-friendly
Rental Cost: Starting at $6,000
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Historic Bed and Breakfast with a timeless aesthetic.
Ceremony Details: Many outdoor options or covered tent options.
Capacity: Up to 200 guests
Getting Ready Area on Site: Yes
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: Yes, suites and glamping tents
Day of coordination: No
Catering on Site: No
Vibe: Historic Elegance
Other Amenities: Valet parking, pet-friendly
Rental Cost: Full weekend (4 days) starting at $12,000
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Greenhouse-style event venue surrounded by nature on a 15-acre property 10-minute drive from Duluth, MN.
Ceremony Details: Indoor The Greenhouse and outdoor Vineyard View options
Capacity: Up to 100 Guests
Getting Ready Area on Site: Yes
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: Yes, Airbnb and campsites
Day of Coordination: Yes
Catering on Site: No
Vibe: Garden and nature-centric style
Other Amenities: Concert Stage
Rental Cost: Starting at $3,500
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This country club-style wedding venue is located in Biwabik, MN just one hour North of Duluth, MN in the Superior National Forest.
Ceremony Details: Multiple outdoor locations and an indoor Chalet option.
Capacity: Chalet site: up to 350 guests; Mountain Top Site: up to 50 guests; Quarry Site: up to 300 guests; Alpine Site: up to 350 guests; Brascugli Point: up to 100 guests
Getting Ready Area on Site: Yes
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: Yes, villas, suites, and modern homes
Day of Coordination: Yes
Catering on Site: Yes
Vibe: Country club style
Rental Cost: Ceremony starting at $500, Reception $1,200
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Friends of the Finland Community
Community center in Finland, MN near the Superior Hiking Trail.
Ceremony Details: Indoor
Capacity: Contact for info
Getting Ready Area on Site: Contact for info
Reception on Site: Contact for info
Lodging on Site: No
Day of Coordination: No
Catering on site: No
Vibe: Simple rustic
Rental Cost: Contact for info
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Grand Ely Lodge and Event Center
Northern Minnesota experience on the edge of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area.
Ceremony Details: Indoor and outdoor options are available.
Capacity: Up to 200 guests
Getting Ready Area on Site: No
Reception on Site: Yes
Lodging on Site: Yes
Day of Coordination: Yes
Catering on Site: Yes
Vibe: Traditional banquet rooms and outdoorsy ceremony sites.
Rental Cost: Inquire for info.
North Shore Wedding Venues MN
As our exploration of Minnesota’s North Shore wedding venues comes to a close, we hope this guide serves as a compass, navigating you through the variety of stunning wedding venue options available along the North Shore of Lake Superior.
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