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The Gale Mansion, a historic mansion with a ballroom, is a timeless wedding venue for couples looking to have their wedding in the greater Minneapolis, Minnesota area. This vintage venue offers glamorous grounds and two indoor locations for couples to use on their wedding day. Located in downtown Minneapolis, The Gale Mansion is roughly 23 minutes from the Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport.

Facilities and Capacity

Couples can host up to 200 guests for a seated dinner at this wedding venue. When the weather is appropriate, couples can choose to host an outdoor wedding ceremony at this historic mansion. There are landscaped lawns and paved front driveway areas where couples can begin their lives together. Behind the house, chairs can be set up for the ceremony in the grassy area. The space faces the grand limestone exterior of the mansion, complete with columns and elegant windows. Inside, couples can use the main floor or the ballroom for their wedding reception. The main floor hosts 100 guests for a seated dinner and as many as 225 for a standing cocktail reception. In the ballroom, couples will find space for up to 200 guests for dinner with a dance floor. The interior of this venue features white walls with accents of dark and polished wood. There are many windows and wall sconces for when the sun goes down at night.

Services Offered

Bridal showers and engagement parties can be hosted at the Gale Mansion in addition to ceremonies and receptions. In the months leading up to the wedding, event staff can assist couples with event planning while pastry chefs plan the customized cake of the couple’s dreams. The professional staff can even help to recommend and coordinate with outside vendors who know the venue well or whom couples find on their own. When the wedding day arrives, couples can relax in the bridal suite with members of their wedding party while staff members take care of setup, clean up, bar services, and catering. Guests arriving at this venue will appreciate the convenience of onsite parking, valet parking, and wireless internet.

Cuisine

Full in-house bar service provides all the drink options for a couple’s open or cash bar. A fully stocked bar means that couples don’t have to worry about supplying any outside alcohol themselves. Catering, ranging in styles from Asian to Southwestern, can be prepared for a couple’s menu with gluten-free, lactose-free, no pork, nut-free, vegan, and vegetarian options available. The dishes can be served in the following catering styles:

  • Buffet
  • Cocktail reception
  • Dessert
  • Hors d’oeuvres
  • Outside cake
  • Plated
  • Servers
  • Tastings
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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?

$3,200

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

$2,100

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

Yes

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

$500

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

$500

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)
Wedding Cake

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

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Historic Building
Mansion

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

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

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
November
December

Reviews of Gale Mansion

Alyssa
Alyssa Sent on 08/29/2022
5 out of 5 rating

An absolutely beautiful venue!!

An absolutely beautiful venue!! Highly recommended for your wedding day!!

My (now) husband and I first visited the Gale Mansion a couple weeks after our engagement, towards the end of October 2021. At that time, we first met with the coordinator, and then were given a tour of the beautiful and elegant mansion. Immediately, we were impressed with how classy and sophisticated the mansion looked. When we left, we both felt this could be the right place for our reception. Not that long after touring, my (now) husband and I made it official and booked the Gale Mansion as our venue for our reception!

Over the past 10 months, leading up to our wedding day, we had meetings with the coordinator to go over our timeline and check things off our to-do list. Our questions were always answered in a timely manner and the coordinator was exceptional to work with, as she made things easy and stress free for our special day!

Our wedding took place in mid-August 2022 and using the Gale Mansion for our place to get ready, as well as our cocktail hour and reception was truly PERFECT! All the bridesmaids and groomsmen enjoyed getting ready in the bridal suite and the groom’s room. Also, we were able to bring in hair and makeup artists so all the ladies could be in the same room to get ready together, which allowed for lots of time for us all to talk and catch up! After our church ceremony, guests arrived at the Gale Mansion for a lovely cocktail hour on the main level. Guests truly enjoyed walking around the different rooms. After cutting the cake on the main level by the beautiful fireplace, everyone moved downstairs to the gorgeous ballroom area for the dinner and dance. Lastly, the Gale Mansion was terrific in helping to tear down all of our décor, as well as saving our gifts and other personal items for us to pick up the following day after our wedding.

Overall, my husband and I had an amazing wedding day thanks to the coordinator, and all of the staff at the Gale Mansion. Truly a WONDERFUL experience and would definitely recommend!
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Jennifer Sent on 06/08/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful Wedding Venue

We had our wedding here in May 2021, and everything went great! Karen was a pleasure to work with! She was very responsive, and always answered all my questions! Even with special request for COVID precautions, she did a great job accommodating. I would definitely recommend Gale Mansion for your next wedding or other special event. Staff onsite the day of were all wonderful as well!
Grace
Grace Sent on 10/02/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Loved Gale Mansion for our wedding!

I had my wedding at Gale Mansion and I am SO happy we went with it. The inside is beautiful, the outside gorgeous. The director of catering, office manager and staff were such a pleasure to work with and on top of their game. The food was INCREDIBLE as well. All our guests were fed with top notch meals. Thank you Chef!

All in all, there's nothing about the mansion I would have changed. Thank you for housing the most beautiful day I have ever seen.
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Nicole Sent on 12/05/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful Day

We had an amazing experience at the Gale mansion. Jessie and Robyn were both amazing, they made navigating planning a wedding relatively easy. The day of the wedding went so smoothly too because of their assistance and attention to detail. I can’t say enough positive things about the Gale and the staff there.
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Alexa Sent on 10/16/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Gale Mansion

When we were looking for a wedding/reception venue, all anyone would do was give us a laundry list of things to buy and encourage us to spend beyond our means. Not so at the Gale Mansion. Jessie went above and beyond to not only fit our budget, but also to make the whole process as stress-free as a wedding can possibly be.

Jessie never disappointed in the planning stages of the wedding. She kept us on track with a thoughtful amount of check-ins (not constant, but not infrequent), and made every meeting a delightful experience. The tasting was amazing, and the chef was extremely willing to adapt the dishes based on our requests. Additionally, when we submitted the dietary restriction for our guests, every need was met without compromising the quality of the food.

The wedding itself was perfect--I didn't have to worry about a thing. Jessie made sure that I was on a predetermined schedule, and she walked us through everything seamlessly. Since we had fewer than 100 guests, we had the wedding upstairs and the reception downstairs. There was even a nice elevator for guests with mobility concerns.

Did I mention the venue was absolutely stunning? The candles at night looked magical in the elegant mansion. The furniture was ornate, and the ceilings were beautiful. That being said, the venue felt surprisingly home-y.

I have absolutely no regrets--my wedding was marvelous at the Gale Mansion.
J
Joan Sent on 07/03/2017
5 out of 5 rating
I worked with Jessie Kelly at the Gale Mansion for a brunch for my family and out-of-town guests.
Jessie was easy to work with and gave great suggestions for brunch menu items and set-up.
The staff who set up and servied were friendly, professional and timely.
Everyone enjoyed the brunch, the staff and the venue.
S
Shelby Sent on 06/26/2017
5 out of 5 rating
The Gale Mansion has an amazing team. They took care of everything with speed and thoughtfulness. We were in great hands throughout the entire planning process, and especially on our wedding day. The food was fabulous, the space was amazing, the planning was stress free --- we felt well taken care of and special from day one. We can't imagine a better team, big hugs to Jessie, or a more beautiful place to get married.
C
Cheryl Sent on 06/23/2017
5 out of 5 rating
As the Bride's parents and wedding hosts we were really pleased with the lovely rooms, service, food, bar and expert coordination by Jessie Kelly.
C
Carissa Sent on 06/22/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We held my daughter's wedding at Gale. Jessie and the entire staff were absolutely wonderful. Jessie made sure everything was ready and in place. She went above and beyond to make the day great and relaxing. The food was delicious and everyone had a blast. Since almost everything is included at Gale, it was actually a good value too! We even had guests that asked for info on Gale so they can have their wedding there! We would book an event there again in a heartbeat!
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Victor Sent on 02/11/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Working with Gale was great! They were on the ball with all the details, despite a change in staff shortly before our wedding. Absolutely the best value for renting a historic house in the Twin Cities. The on-site catering and on-site baker were a huge plus.
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Awards

51
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

10 Endorsements
Brovado Weddings Brovado Weddings Wedding Photographers

Fabulous venue. Perfect for the small to midsize weddings in an intimate location, with stunning photo locations! One of my favorite venues.

Bellagala DJs Bellagala DJs Wedding DJs

The Gale Mansion is a beautiful historic wedding venue just a few blocks outside of the uptown area of Minneapolis. As DJs, we simply love being able to play at the mansion and the staff always helps to make our lives easy!

Perfect Day Ceremonies & Affordable I Do’s Perfect Day Ceremonies & Affordable I Do’s Wedding Officiants

The Gale Mansion is such a beautiful venue and so well organized! We have had the privilege of performing many ceremonies there and they always come off flawlessly thanks to the wonderful support of the staff at Gale Mansion! They offer several options for onsite ceremonies and the decor is so wonderfully elegant, charming and refined that it truly enhances the elegance, charm and grace of our ceremonies. We look forward to working with them closely for many years to come!

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Gale Mansion frequently asked questions

Gale Mansion includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Gale Mansion includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
  • Wedding Cake
The bar service starting price at Gale Mansion includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Limited Bar
  • Open Bar
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
The space offered by Gale Mansion for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Historic Building
  • Mansion
Gale Mansion offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Gale Mansion offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
Gale Mansion offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Gale Mansion is recommended by 94% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.7 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.8 in quality of service, 4.8 in value, 4.7 in flexibility, 4.7 in professionalism and 4.6 in average response time.
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