Pricing information
Price range: $4,000 - $7,000
Reception
$5,000
starting price
Ceremony
$1,000
starting price
Bar service
$11
per person
These prices are available for the months of April through October.
About
On WeddingWire since 2016
The architecturally-stunning McNamara Alumni Center is a modern and sophisticated setting for wedding celebrations. Designed to reflect the Minnesota landscape, the venue boasts interiors of wood, water and copper. This popular special event venue has 2 zones for large and small wedding celebrations:
- Memorial Hall is a gorgeous backdrop for large wedding receptions — 150 to 400 guests. This unique room is lined with 7 miles of hemlock wood and boasts a 150-foot long water feature, ample natural light and a height of 90 feet. It accommodates wedding ceremonies, too.
- Our University Hall wedding package includes three rooms and a private patio. It is a lovely setting for small wedding receptions with a full wall of windows to let in natural light. University Hall accommodates celebrations for 100 to 150 guests and can also accommodate wedding ceremonies.
Other benefits to choosing McNamara for your wedding celebration:
- Located on the University of Minnesota Minneapolis campus with very easy access off Interstates 35W and 94
- Adjacent 500-car parking ramp, connected by tunnel
- Twin Cities most awarded caterer D’Amico Catering is onsite
- Adjacent Graduate Minneapolis Hotel with 300 sleeping rooms and tunnel connection to McNamara
- Beautiful outdoor space for photo opportunities including landscaped plaza and water features
We make pricing easy! Our bundled all-inclusive packages include:
- 7 hr rental with room access 3 hours prior
- 1 hr ceremony rehearsal (if held at McNamara)
- Built-in terrazzo dance floor
- Custom set-up of tables and chairs
- Microphones for readings, toasts; house music with 20 channels; audio connection for custom playlist
- Wedding party room
- 2 parking spaces at the building’s entrance
- Storage the day before
- On-site event staff
Contact our sales team at macevents@umn.edu or 612-624-9831 to inquire about availability, put a date on hold or to schedule a tour.
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?
$5,000
What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?
$4,500
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?
$1,000
What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?
$1,000
Which of the following are included in starting site fee?
Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Set Up
Tables
Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?
Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)
Wedding Cake
What is the starting price per person for bar service?
$11
Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?
Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?
1
How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?
10
Describe your venue:
Art Gallery
Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Historic Building
Museum
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
Rehearsal Dinner
What event services do you offer?
Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi
What catering services do you offer?
Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Stations
What bar services do you provide?
Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Wine
What event items are available?
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Tables
What food and beverage items are available?
Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
What transportation and access is available?
Parking
Shuttle
Valet
Wheelchair Access
What months are included in your peak season?
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
What months are included in your off-peak season?
January
February
March
November
December
Any other questions?
Reviews of McNamara Alumni Center
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4.9 out of 5 rating
4.9 out of 5 rating
21 reviews
98% recommend it
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McNamara Alumni Center frequently asked questions
McNamara Alumni Center includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
- Bridal Suite
- Chairs
- China
- Clean Up
- Flatware
- Glassware
- Lighting/Sound
- Linens
- Set Up
- Tables
McNamara Alumni Center includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
- Cake Cutting
- Dessert
- Server(s)
- Wedding Cake
The bar service starting price at McNamara Alumni Center includes:
- Bartender(s)
- House Beer
- House Liquor
- House Wine
The space offered by McNamara Alumni Center for wedding events is known for:
- Art Gallery
- Ballroom
- Banquet Hall
- Historic Building
- Museum
McNamara Alumni Center offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
- Indoor
- Uncovered Outdoor
McNamara Alumni Center offers the following types of wedding events:
- Ceremony
- Reception
- Bridal Shower
- Engagement Party
- Rehearsal Dinner
McNamara Alumni Center offers the following services for wedding events:
- Accommodations
- Bar Services
- Catering Services
- Clean Up
- Event Planner
- Event Rentals
- Get Ready Rooms
- Outside Vendors
- Pet Friendly
- Wifi
McNamara Alumni Center offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
- Audio Equipment
- Centerpieces
- Chairs
- Dance Floor
- Decor
- Drapery
- Furniture
- Lighting
- Tables
McNamara Alumni Center is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in quality of service, 5 in flexibility, 5 in professionalism, 4.8 in average response time and 4.8 in value.