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Nicollet Island Pavilion: A Unique and Scenic Waterfront Wedding Venue
Welcome to Nicollet Island Pavilion, an award-winning historic wedding venue located in the heart of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Originally built in 1886, this charming venue offers iconic views of the Mississippi River, historic Saint Anthony Main, and downtown Minneapolis, making it the perfect choice for couples seeking a unique and scenic setting for their special day.
Facilities and Capacity
Steeped in character, Nicollet Island Pavilion boasts exposed brick walls and tall industrial ceilings, creating a vintage atmosphere that’s both romantic and distinctive. The banquet hall can seat up to 500 guests and accommodate over 5,000 guests mingling, making it a flexible space to bring your wedding vision to life. The main hall is perfect for hosting your entire celebration, from the ceremony to the reception. For those wanting to make the most of the green outdoor spaces, tents can be erected for a charming summertime gathering. The patio can be transformed into a serene ceremony spot before guests enjoy a memorable cocktail hour and an evening filled with laughter and dancing under the tent.
Services Offered
At Nicollet Island Pavilion, we offer a range of services to ensure your wedding day is perfect. Our all-inclusive packages take care of every detail, including tents, drapery, tables, chairs, lighting fixtures, and other event rentals, all set up by our dedicated events team. A committed event planner will work closely with you to bring your wedding dreams to life.
Cuisine
Mintahoe Catering & Events is our dedicated, full-service catering team that can create custom menus to fit your preferences and budget, ensuring every guest is delighted. From hors d'oeuvres to desserts, our dishes are made from scratch and can accommodate various dietary requirements, including gluten-free, lactose-free, vegetarian, and vegan options. Beyond the traditional wedding cake, we offer gourmet cheesecake, cupcakes, French macarons, brownie pops, and chocolate-dipped fruit.
Other Services
Nicollet Island Pavilion also provides comprehensive bartending services, with options for a limited, cash, or open bar. Enjoy signature drinks, house liquor, specialty wine, and specialty beer, all served with barware, china, flatware, glassware, and linens provided by our team.
Create Unforgettable Memories at Nicollet Island Pavilion
With its rich history, stunning views, and exceptional service, Nicollet Island Pavilion is the ideal setting for your dream wedding. Contact us today to learn more and start planning a celebration that you and your guests will remember forever!
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Nicollet Island Pavilion receives glowing reviews for its exceptional service, beautiful views, and historic charm, making it a top choice for weddings. The venue's setting on the Mississippi River with downtown Minneapolis views is described as breathtaking, and the catering by Mintahoe Catering is praised for its outstanding quality. Reviewers highlight the professionalism and helpfulness of the staff, particularly event manager Morgan, who is commended for her expertise in planning and executing weddings seamlessly. Guests also appreciate the peaceful ambiance, ease of planning with attentive staff, and the magical experience provided by Nicollet Island Pavilion, making it highly recommended for memorable weddings.
Perfect wedding venue!
Wedding Dream Come True
Morgan went above and beyond through every step of the planning process, and she and the Mintahoe staff thought of everything.
At our final planning meeting we met Nikita. She had the venue set up and then we went through every step of the day according to the timeline. On the big day, Nikita coordinated with our DJ, Pastor, and Photographers and things could not have gone better!
A few things that really stood out to us were:
- After the ceremony, the venue had our favorite drinks and small appetizer plates ready for us in the back room.
- The late night snack (nacho bar and wings) were also allergen free.
- They put up all of our signage and place cards (which saves a lot of stress).
Overall, the day was so perfect because of Morgan, Nikita, and Mintahoe's professionalism and planning. As the bride and groom, we were able to enjoy every moment of our wedding day!
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The location is truly exceptional—right on the Mississippi River with beautiful views of downtown Minneapolis. The historic building has a wonderful character and a cool, timeless vibe that set the perfect tone for the evening. Having plenty of on-site parking included was also a huge plus and made things very easy for our guests.
The catering by Mintahoe Catering was outstanding. From appetizers to dinner and drinks, everything was delicious, beautifully presented, and professionally executed. Our family had a few special requests with the menu and the catering team was so flexible. We were able to add a customized options that exceeded our expectations. We received so many compliments from guests about how great the food was.
The staff was professional, organized, and friendly throughout the entire process. In particular, Morgan was incredible to work with. She helped us plan so many details and brought valuable experience to every decision—from menu and drink selections to planning the reception layout. Her guidance respected our budget and made the process feel manageable and stress-free.
As the parents of the bride, we felt relaxed and confident on the day of the reception because we knew everything was in capable hands. Looking back, we know without a doubt that we made the right choice hosting our daughter’s wedding reception at the Nicollet Island Pavilion. We couldn’t recommend it more highly.
Beautiful Venue!
A huge part of our wonderful experience was thanks to our event manager, Morgan. She was hands down the easiest person to work with throughout the entire wedding process. Organized, calm, and endlessly patient, she made us feel like none of our ideas were too big or too much. We had a very large guest count (over 400 people) but Morgan never made us feel like this was an overwhelming task – she handled it with ease! Every meeting with her left us feeling more relaxed (something every stressed-out couple can appreciate!) She also handled all communication with our vendors directly, which took such a huge weight off our shoulders. By the end of the entire planning journey, it honestly felt like Morgan had become a close friend.
The venue staff was equally impressive. On the wedding day, they handled all of our added table decor with so much care and precision—when we walked into the room, it looked exactly how we pictured it. Throughout the night, the staff was professional, attentive, and thoughtful. One moment that stood out was when they offered to keep our plates warm while we were busy greeting guests. It’s small gestures like that that make the night feel extra special.
We’ve had countless guests rave not only about how beautiful the venue was but also how smoothly everything ran. Nicollet Island Pavilion gave us a wedding day even better than we imagined, and we’re so grateful for the unforgettable experience. Highly, highly recommended.
Stunning venue!
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Perfect Wedding Venue
The venue itself is absolutely stunning. We were blessed with perfect weather for our outdoor ceremony, which was set against a gorgeous backdrop that made for unforgettable photos. The location is breathtaking, and it truly felt like a dream come true on our big day.
We enjoyed the fun and informative group tasting event. It gave us a chance to experience the venue fully set up for a larger event, and it was so helpful to visualize everything in action. Plus, the food was great! We also did a walking taco late for our night food and it was a big hit with our guests!
The staff at Nicollet Island Pavilion were also amazing. The servers and bartenders were professional, kind, and went out of their way to make sure everyone had a great time. They made sure every detail was taken care of so we could enjoy the day without worry.
All in all, our wedding day was everything we dreamed of, and it wouldn’t have been possible without the incredible venue and the wonderful team that made it all happen. We highly recommend Nicollet Island Pavilion and Morgan to anyone looking for a beautiful, stress-free event. Thank you for helping us create memories we’ll cherish forever!
Dream come true!
Everything the day of went beyond smoothly and the entire staff was so kind and helpful. We have received so many compliments and kind words from our guests. From how beautiful the entire venue was, the views, and how they were blown away by the food. Some guests even told us it was some of the best wedding food they've ever had which was so important to us!
I truly can't say enough great things about Nicollet Island Pavilion, Mintahoe and especially Morgan for making our wedding day a dream come true and everything and more we could have imagined!
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