iowa wedding venues by area - top 40 wedding venues in iowa, pricing, & all you need to know

When it comes to finding the perfect Iowa wedding venue, it can truly be overwhelming! As both a past bride and current wedding photographer, I know there are so many options! So, how do you choose the perfect Iowa wedding venue for you? In this article, I'll list out all of the wedding venues in Iowa! Additionally, I include the things to know about each one to save you time! So, here is a complete list of Iowa Wedding Venues to help you find the perfect location for your Iowa wedding! Hopefully this helps you find your dream venue for your wedding day.

A Complete list of Iowa Wedding Venues (by area!)

A Complete list of Iowa WEdding Venues

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List of Wedding Venues in the Des Moines Area:

# 1. Toast in Ankeny

Cost: $$$$ (average cost is $7,000-$9,000)

Location: 1345 SW Park Square Dr, Ankeny, IA 50023

Features: Toast includes a stunning bridal suite (my personal favorite), two different indoor rooms, and an outdoor patio that's perfect for cocktail hour, photos, or intimate weddings! As a wedding photographer, toast makes documenting wedding days easy! Not only does it have amazing indoor options for your Iowa wedding, but it also has an adorable patio that's perfect for photos! I highly recommend booking this stunning Iowa wedding venue!

Galleries: Taylor + Jon's Rainy Ankeny Iowa Wedding Day

# 2 Willow on Grand

Cost: $$$ (average venue rental cost is $4-7.5K)

Location: 6011 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312

Features: Willow on Grand in Des Moines Iowa is a stunning all-white wedding venue right in the heart of Des Moines. It's a new Des Moines Iowa venue features beautiful, classic decor and spaces. Additionally, Willow on Grand has an outdoor space that's perfect for ceremonies, receptions, and photos! Willow on Grand is one of my personal favorite Iowa wedding venues!

Galleries: Paige + Dillon's Wedding Day at Willow on Grand

# 3 Rollins Mansion

Cost: $$ (average cost is around $3,500)

Location: 2801 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321

Features: The Rollins Mansion is an iconic historic wedding venue in Des Moines, Iowa. It features timeless brick with intentional accents and a stunning outdoor space. Looking for a historic Iowa venue for your wedding? Be sure to check this one out!

Galleries: Kaitlyn + Tommy's Summer Wedding Day at Rollins Mansion, Meredith & Sam's Wedding in Des Moines

# 4 Salisbury House

Cost: $$

Location: 4025 Tonawanda Dr, Des Moines, IA 50312

Features: Built back in 1928, this historic mansion ensures your wedding day is immersed in stunning character. It's a convenient location and has ample space to make this venue your own for your Iowa wedding day!

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# 5 Des Moines Art Center

Cost: $$

Location: 4025 Tonawanda Dr, Des Moines, IA 50312

Galleries: Morgan & Chris' Nontraditional Wedding at the Des Moines Art Center

# 6 Harpor's Vineyard

Cost: $$$$ (average cost is around $20,000 and includes unlimited bar, coordination, staffing, and more)

Location: 3014 Scott St, New Virginia, IA 50210

Features: Prepare for your jaw to be on the floor with this stunning vineyard outside of Des Moines, Iowa! From the staff to the space, this Iowa wedding venue is absolute perfection!

Galleries: Rosylene + Jon's Cultural Wedding at Harpor's Vineyard

# 7 Bash Events

Cost: $$

Location: 1312 Locust St #101, Des Moines, IA 50309

Features: Prepare for your jaw to be on the floor with this stunning vineyard outside of Des Moines, Iowa! From the staff to the space, this Iowa wedding venue is absolute perfection!

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# 8 The Tea Room

Cost: $$$ (average cost of rental is between $6,000-$8,000)

Location: 713 Walnut St #600, Des Moines, IA 50309

Features: The Tea Room is another downtown Des Moines venue that provides a luxury feel. This indoor Iowa wedding venue is a great option for the luxury wedding with a great location!

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# 9 Hotel Fort Des Moines

Cost: $$$

Location: 1000 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50309

Features: Located in the heart of Des Moines, Hotel Fort Des Moines offers all things historic, classy, & the perfect vibe for your city wedding. Not to mention, Hotel Fort Des Moines offers valet service, an onsite restaurant and coffee bar, and access to all things Des Moines has to offer.

Galleries: Morgan and Chris' Colorful Des Moines Wedding

# 10 The Surety Hotel

Cost: $$$ - base rental is $1,500

Location: 206 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309

Features: If you're wanting an intimate wedding with an urban feel, the Surety hotel is perfect! It has a stunning glass enclosed space for ceremonies and cocktail hour. Additionally, with it being a hotel, the suites are PERFECT for photos and for your guests to feel at home in this curated hotel!

Galleries: Morgan and Chris' Colorful Des Moines Wedding

#11 Des Moines Heritage Center

Cost: $$$ - A Saturday rental averages $6,500

Location:120 E 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50309

Features: For a historic wedding day feel, consider the Des Moines Heritage Center! It's got a variety of indoor and outdoor space options perfect for your day! The outdoor space is the perfect blank canvas for a cocktail hour, ceremony, and reception.

Galleries: Morgan + Joey's Wedding day at the Des Moines Heritage Center

#12 The District Venue

Cost: $$ - $4,000

Location: 1350 Southwest Vintage Parkway, Ankeny, Iowa 50023, United States

Features: The District Wedding Venue in Ankeny follows an all inclusive format. Additionally, the space is absolutely stunning and includes a getting ready space.

Galleries: Morgan and Chris' Colorful Des Moines Wedding

#13 The Iowa Taproom

Cost: $$ - $2,000+

Location: 215 E 3rd St #100, Des Moines, IA 50309

Features: Located in downtown Des Moines, the Iowa taproom is the perfect cozy venue for your Des Moines wedding day.

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#14 The Clubhouse at Talons

Cost: $$ - $2,000+

Location: Ankeny, Iowa

Features: This brand new venue in Ankeny is nothing short of stunning elegance. For an upscale, luxury venue in Iowa, The Clubhouse at Talons offers a curated luxury experience for your Iowa wedding day.

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#15 The Monroe

Cost: $$$ - $6,500

Location:1805 90th St West Des Moines, IA 50266

Features: This newly renovated wedding venue in West Des Moines is the perfect modern venue for weddings with a luxury feel! While the space is small, this Des Moines wedding venue would be perfect for intimate wedding days.

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#16 World Food Prize

Cost: $$$

Location: 100 Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309

Features: For a stunning venue with historic architecture in downtown Des Moines, consider the World Food prize! One thing to note, however, is that they only allow vendors on their vendor list to work there. Unfortunately, this means I would not be able to photograph your wedding at the World Food Prize.

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#17 The Hive at Busy Bee

Cost: $$$ - $6,000+

Location: 5901 US-65 #69, Indianola, IA 50125

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List of Wedding Venues in Cedar Rapids & Iowa city:

#18 Little Lights on the Lane

Cost: $$$$ - $11,000+ for a Saturday wedding

Location: 2 Ember Ln, West Branch, IA 52358

Features: A perfectly curated wedding venue with incredible indoor and outdoor spaces! From a surrounding golf course, bridal suites, and a variety of space options, Little Lights on the Lane is my favorite Iowa City wedding venue! You cannot go wrong with booking Little Lights on the Lane is West Branch, Iowa for your wedding day. Plus, this venue is local to me so I'm an expert in it ;)

Galleries: Sarah + Sam's Wedding at Little Lights on the Lane

#19 Kacena Farms

Cost: $$ - $6,000+

Location: 2510 55th St, Vinton, IA 52349

Features: This farm-style wedding venue outside of Cedar Rapids is the perfect rustic meets classic wedding venue!

Galleries: Aubry + Kyle's Wedding day at Kacena Farms

#20 The Harmac

Cost: $$ - $5,000+

Location: 411 6th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401

Features: An urban space with ample opportunity located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa! It features two large indoor spaces, perfect for both ceremonies and receptions. It has a beautiful bridal suite and a rooftop for an outdoor wedding or photos!

Galleries: Miranda + Ben, Jaden + Cam

#21 Ashton Hill Farm

Cost: $$ - $7,000+

Location: 803 Vernon Valley Dr, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403

Features: Ashton Hill Farm in Cedar Rapids Iowa has a large event space perfect for indoor ceremonies and receptions. It also has an outdoor space (featured above) which is gorgeous!

Galleries: Isabel + Jayden

#22 The Carriage House CR

Cost: $$ - $3,200+

Location: 129 12th St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403

Features: This recently renovated wedding venue originated in the 1800s and was renovated this year into a wedding venue!

Galleries: Isabel + Jayden

#23 Celebration Farm

Cost: $$ - $4,000+

Location: 4696 Robin Woods Ln NE, Iowa City, IA 52240

Features: A rustic farm venue with various ceremony and reception options located in Iowa city!

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#24 The Midnight Gem

Cost: $$

Location: 2613 Ders Dr. NW, Swisher, IA 52338

Features: A brand new Cedar Rapids/Iowa City area wedding venue. The Midnight Gem features all-black interior and exterior. This modern venue is a great option for an Iowa City wedding venue!

Galleries: Kylie + Jordan

#25 Walnut Ridge

Cost: $$ - $5,500+

Location: 6051 32nd Ave, Shellsburg, IA 52332

Features: Walnut Ridge Wedding Venue, located in Shellsburg, Iowa, offers a charming and rustic setting for weddings and special events. Nestled amidst scenic countryside, this venue combines natural beauty with elegant accommodations. With its expansive outdoor space and a beautifully restored barn, Walnut Ridge creates the perfect atmosphere for couples seeking a peaceful, picturesque backdrop for their celebration.

Galleries: Marissa + Austin's Wedding at Walnut Ridge

#26 The Exchange on Vine

Cost: $$$ - $9,500+ ($7,500 in off season)

Location: 1734 Vine Ave, Riverside, IA 52327

Features: The Exchange on Vine, located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, is a stylish and modern wedding venue with a unique blend of industrial charm and elegance. Featuring exposed brick, high ceilings, and large windows, it provides a versatile space for both intimate and larger celebrations. Perfect for couples seeking a trendy yet timeless atmosphere, The Exchange on Vine offers a memorable setting for a beautiful wedding.

Galleries: Marissa + Austin's Wedding at Walnut Ridge

List of Wedding Venues in the Quad Cities:

# 27. Hotel Blackhawk

Cost: $$$

Location: 200 E 3rd St, Davenport, IA 52801

Features: An iconic Quad Cities Wedding venue to say the least! Hotel Blackhawk is a classy wedding venue in the Quad Cities area. If you're looking for an Iowa wedding venue in the eastern side of the state, definitely consider Hotel Blackhawk.

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# 28 Riverview Lodge

Cost: $$ - $4,000+

Location: 1000 Stagecoach Trail, Le Claire, IA 52753

Features: As the name suggests, this Le Claire wedding venue features stunning views of the Mississippi River! It has a pool, which could mean fun flash photos with your bridal party at the end of the night! It also includes a beautiful outdoor area for your wedding day!

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# 29 The Figge Art Museum

Cost: $$$

Location: 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA 52801

Features: While its main purpose is an art museum, the Figge does do limited weddings and would be a unique option for your wedding day! If you're a lover of art and dreaming of a unique wedding day in Davenport, Iowa - the Figge is a perfect option for your dream wedding day.

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# 30 Rolling Meadows Events

Cost: $$$ - $6,200+

Location: 657 S 16th Ave, Eldridge, IA 52748

Features: Rolling Meadows Event Center is a brand new wedding venue in the Quad Cities! This is an all white wedding venue with stunning indoor and outdoor space options for your wedding day!

Galleries: Kathryn + Tyler's wedding in Eldridge Iowa

# 31 The Stardust

Cost: $$

Location: 218 Iowa St, Davenport, IA 52801

Features: The Stardust venue in Davenport, Iowa is a stunning industrial space. Located in the heart of the Quad Cities, this is a great option for your Eastern Iowa wedding.

Galleries: Kathryn + Tyler's wedding in Eldridge Iowa

Things to Consider When Looking for an Iowa Wedding Venue:

Before you look through this helpful list of Iowa wedding venues, I encourage you to look for these specific things. As a wedding photographer in Iowa, I love giving advice to help my couples find their dream venue. So, here are a few things to consider when looking through this list of venues in Iowa:

- Budget! Consider your budget for your Iowa wedding venue.

- Lighting. Does the space offer good lighting?

- Guest count. How many guests can the space comfortably fit?

- What is included in the price? Does it include chairs? How about a getting ready space?

- Does it have nearby lodging? If so, is there enough lodging for all your guests?

- Location. How far will the majority of your guests be traveling? What is the average drive time?

Now that you know what to consider, here is a complete list of Iowa wedding venues