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From 150 to 400 guests
Ceremony/Reception
Indoor
Get Ready Rooms
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Recommended by 86% of couples

About this venue

Meskwaki Bingo Casino Hotel in Tama, Iowa, is a premier, spacious wedding and event venue that welcomes couples to celebrate their love. Nearlyweds can use the property's modern, state-of-the-art amenities for their once-in-a-lifetime event.

Facilities and Capacity

The casino and hotel resort is ideal for intimate celebrations with your closest loved ones and grand, extravagant celebrations with extended family and friends, with a capacity of over 400 invitees. A 24-foot by 24-foot dance floor awaits the reception's tunes and songs. All present can get up and bust out their favorite moves, and, most importantly, the happy couple can share the first dance of their new lives. It boasts over 67,000 square feet of casino space, live music lounges, multiple food venues, and 366 modern, comfortable hotel rooms. The hotel's lobby contains museum-quality artifacts, images, and items proudly displaying Meskwaki's Native American heritage. Compared with most Iowan casinos, this location's 1300+ slots are the loosest in the Hawkeye State. The building also has a 550-seater bingo parlor and 25 live table games to entertain guests.

Services Offered

From dedicated wedding planners to lighting options and microphones, Meskwaki Bingo Casino Hotel provides a range of services to ensure a memorable experience. The talented culinary team can also offer delicious cuisine options that will have your guests coming back for seconds and thirds. Couples can contact the devoted and friendly sales team to learn more.

History

Of Algonquian origin, the Meskwaki Nation fought in the Fox Wars before being formally identified federally after several relocations. The tribe has been associated with numerous regions historically, from the St. Lawrence River Valley along the Canadian border and toward Wisconsin, Michigan, Missouri, Illinois, and Iowa. The Meskwaki Bingo Casino Hotel complex was built in 1992.

Features

Native American-owned

Large team (21+ members)

Experience

  • 34 years in business

  • We speak English

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FAQ

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?

$2,000

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

$2,000

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

No

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

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

150

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

7

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Hotel

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

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
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
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
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Drapery
Lighting
Photo booth
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
November
December

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Reviews of Meskwaki Bingo Casino Hotel

Weddingwire
4.3/5 3 reviews
Google
4.1/5 6551 reviews
Katrina
Katrina Sent on 11/19/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Venue!

Used this for our wedding and what a great choice. The venue was huge with lots of space! The price was great for everything that was included. The food was amazing and hot. Our bartenders for the night were a lot of fun and did great getting drinks out that tasted great. The best part of this venue was Terri Hernandez!!! She is a rock star and made the process of our wedding stress free. She was very hands on with everything decorating organizing and even down to just making sure you are good. I would recommend this venue for any of your events!!
Megan
Megan Sent on 01/27/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Great food and service

Everyone raved about the food. The staff was accommodating and helpful. The service was attentive. We didn’t stay at the hotel, but the lobby was impressive 4-star quality.
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User2339747 Sent on 09/28/2015
2.8 out of 5 rating
There were many things that made me stressed out with regards to this venue. The hardest problem was having rooms that weren't ready and reservations for hotel rooms lost. It was a beautiful reception but the stress that was associated with it just wasn't worth it. Not to mention they literally charge for everything! They wanted to charge for cake plates even though we had to do all the food there. They charged $1 per 8 ounce glass of soda that was mostly ice. Not to mention you are unable to remove any of the unused food from the venue, even though you have already paid for it! There was just too much hassle for me to suggest this to anyone!
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Meskwaki Bingo Casino Hotel frequently asked questions

Meskwaki Bingo Casino Hotel 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
The space offered by Meskwaki Bingo Casino Hotel for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Hotel
Meskwaki Bingo Casino Hotel offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
Meskwaki Bingo Casino Hotel offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Meskwaki Bingo Casino Hotel offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Wifi
Meskwaki Bingo Casino Hotel offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Drapery
  • Lighting
  • Photo booth
  • Tables
Meskwaki Bingo Casino Hotel is recommended by 86% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.3 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.3 in quality of service, 4.3 in average response time, 4.3 in professionalism, 4.3 in value and 4 in flexibility.
Meskwaki Bingo Casino Hotel currently offers 1 discount promotion and 1 offer promotion for wedding services.
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