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Wendy Fraser
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18 years in business
We speak English
40 team members
~Stunning and versatile ballroom, amazing food, unbeatable service, and rave reviews~
Northern Lights Ballroom & Banquet Center is a family owned venue located in Milaca, MN, which can host both ceremonies and receptions.
Northern Lights offers four beautiful spaces to choose from with seating from 40 up to 400 guests.
Our ballroom is timeless, featuring a dropped tray vaulted ceiling, and eight gorgeous chandeliers that shimmer off the ceiling, it is a must see!
Great location, yet set back for a privacy and a welcoming atmosphere.
We provide full service on-site and off-site catering and bar service.
Our room rental includes set up, clean up, tables, chairs, your choice of white/ivory/black table linens, dinnerware, central sound system, staff, event planning, and an event coordinator. From there all you need to choose are your food and beverage options.
*Now offering 1/2 off room rental November 2024 through March 2025 or November 2025 through March 2026!*
Pricing & Deals
$495 starting price
$247.50 starting price
$8,400 average price
WeddingWire estimate
$8,400 average price WeddingWire estimate
Reception
$495
starting price
Ceremony
$495
starting price
Bar service
$195
per person
These prices are available for the months of April through October.
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What is the average catering price per person for plated service?
$17
Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?
Yes
What is the average catering price per person for buffet service?
$16
What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?
$495
What is the average catering price per person for stations?
$15
What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?
$247.50
What is the average catering price per person for hors d'oeuvres?
$14
Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?
Yes
Which of the following are included in the cost of your full service wedding catering?
Set Up
Clean Up
Cake Cutting
Server(s)
Tastings
Chairs
Tables
China
Linens
Flatware
Glassware
What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?
$495
What is the starting price per person for bar service?
$5
What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?
$395
Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?
Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Wine
House Liquor
Which of the following are included in starting site fee?
Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables
What catering services do you provide?
Buffet
Cake Cutting
Cocktail Reception
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings
What types of cuisine do you cater?
American
What dietary needs can you accommodate?
Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Kosher
Nut Free
Organic
Vegan
Vegetarian
What bar services do you provide?
Bartender(s)
Open Bar
Champagne Toast
Signature Drink
Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?
Cake Cutting
Server(s)
What is the starting price per person for bar service?
$195
Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?
Bartender(s)
What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?
40
How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?
4
Describe your venue:
Ballroom
Banquet Hall
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
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner
What event services do you offer?
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Wifi
What catering services do you offer?
Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings
What bar services do you provide?
Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Specialty Wine
What event items are available?
Aisle Runners
Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Tables
What food and beverage items are available?
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
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
What months are included in your off-peak season?
January
February
March
November
December
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Reviews of Northern Lights Ballroom & Banquet Center
Weddingwire
29 reviews
Google
171 reviews
Blake Sent on 06/03/2022
5 out of 5 rating
Amazing venue
The venue was amazing for us. They suited all our needs and the staff exceeded expectations.
Shawntra Sent on 11/04/2013
5 out of 5 rating
It really is a beautiful place and the venue rental and food prices are very reasonable! As someone who lives in Minneapolis it's a bit out of the way, but I think it's worth it. Inside everything is incredibly clean, the ballrooms were very well kept, and even the kitchen was spotless - something I really appreciate! The staff was very helpful, especially since I didn't know what I was doing! Oh, and the lighting!!!! I can't tell you how I LOVE the lighting in there!! It makes everything sparkle, very soft and romantic. I really like this place and would go there again.
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Bryony Stark or Wendy Fraser
Manager
Wendy Fraser
Head Chef
Bryony Stark
Manager
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This venue is great for any wedding or event. I love the staff, they are; friendly, courteous, kind and very easy to work with. They treat you like a close friend and are always there for you.
We always like working with the Northern Lights Ballroom, their staff is great, the venue is awesome, and everything goes smoothly!
We photographed a wedding ceremony & reception on February 9th, 2013 at this ballroom and we'd HIGHLY recommend this place to anyone! The venue is absolutely beautiful and any contact we had with the staff was amazing! Such a great place!
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Northern Lights Ballroom & Banquet Center frequently asked questions
Northern Lights Ballroom & Banquet Center 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
Northern Lights Ballroom & Banquet Center includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
- Cake Cutting
- Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Northern Lights Ballroom & Banquet Center includes:
- Bartender(s)
The space offered by Northern Lights Ballroom & Banquet Center for wedding events is known for:
- Ballroom
- Banquet Hall
Northern Lights Ballroom & Banquet Center offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
- Indoor
- Uncovered Outdoor
Northern Lights Ballroom & Banquet Center offers the following types of wedding events:
- Ceremony
- Reception
- Bridal Shower
- Engagement Party
- Elopements
- Rehearsal Dinner
Northern Lights Ballroom & Banquet Center offers the following services for wedding events:
- Bar Services
- Catering Services
- Clean Up
- Event Planner
- Event Rentals
- Get Ready Rooms
- Liability Insurance
- Outside Vendors
- Wifi
Northern Lights Ballroom & Banquet Center offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
- Aisle Runners
- Altar/Arch
- Audio Equipment
- Centerpieces
- Chairs
- Dance Floor
- Decor
- Tables
Northern Lights Ballroom & Banquet Center is recommended by 96% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in professionalism, 4.8 in quality of service, 4.8 in value and 4.7 in flexibility.
Northern Lights Ballroom & Banquet Center currently offers 1 discount promotion for wedding services.