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Located in Marion, Iowa, Epic Event Center is a family owned and operated wedding venue. Owners Les and Tracy Arnold worked with family to design and remodel the building, creating a spacious and elegant venue that’s sure to make your special day one to remember. The Epic Team strives to provide their clients and guests the most wonderful and personal experience.

Whether you’re planning a small intimate wedding with 100 guests or a large celebration with 450 guests, Epic Event Center is the perfect venue. There are three ceremony locations on-site, two of which are outdoors, including a large willow tree surrounded by a pond with fountains, a large and spacious patio with a gazebo, and the inside location on a stage. Epic Event Center features an elegant 26-foot vaulted ceiling, customizable wall lighting that offers a multitude of options for ambience and a beautiful 35-foot built-in bar. The bride’s room offers the perfect space with plenty of natural light and mirrors for the bride and her attendants to get ready throughout the day. The grooms room doubles as a game room for that added bit of fun!

Epic Event Center is available to host your wedding ceremony and reception with management on-site at all times. Tables and chairs, as well as all setup/cleanup, are included in venue rental. At the end of the evening, you simply take your personal belongings and leave the clean-up to the Epic team. As a cater only facility, there is a catering prep room and you may hire a caterer of your choice. Epic Event Center carries the liquor license and all insurances. All beverages, alcoholic and non-alcoholic, will be purchased and served through Epic bartenders.

Epic Event Center would love to help make your most memorable day EPIC!

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$6,500

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$6,500

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

No

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Lighting/Sound
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Clean Up
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Chairs
Dance Floor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Photo booth
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March

Reviews of Epic Event Center

Ellen
Ellen Sent on 04/30/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely outstanding service and venue

From the first time we toured, Epic was AMAZING. Not only is it a gorgeous space, but the owners are so professional, helpful, and accommodating. Karen and Jami and their families made us feel so welcome and taken care of at every point, when we were in the planning stages, during the big day, and afterwards. I am so glad we chose Epic Event Center for our reception venue. I can’t imagine having it anywhere else!
Summer
Summer Sent on 04/06/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful Venue and Amazing Family!

Epic not only is a beautiful venue, but Jami and her family are a DREAM to work with. They were incredible to us and helped us plan the wedding of our dreams. They worked hard to make the day stress free and went above and beyond what we would have expected! I would recommend the venue time and time again :)
Ashley
Ashley Sent on 03/28/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Epic Event Center is EPIC!

Epic Event Center should be at the top of every engaged couples list to tour. The Epic team is professional, responsive, and most importantly understands that this is the most important day of starting your lives as a couple. They take the time to learn about you and your families, and in a way, welcome you into theirs. Working with the Epic team was absolutely seamless; this included recommendations on table/decoration placement, referrals to vendors, and providing unique accommodations as needed on the day of our reception. We were able to provide the Epic team with a list of our vendors and the coordination on the day of was handled in the background so the wedding party could focus on our big day. Absolutely nothing felt out of place or fell through; all of our expectations were exceeded. Epic is large enough to accommodate 300+ which was close to our guest list. No matter the size the building is beautiful ranging all from the changing of colors on the walls, the white lights that hang from the ceiling, the beautiful willow tree and pond out front, the gazebo and outdoor area with fire pits to the gorgeous stone decorated bar to pull the ambiance together for an EPIC reception! You will not be disappointed choosing Epic for your event, wedding, or reception.
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner

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