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Kip & Kris Unruh
Kip & Kris Unruh
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7 years in business

We speak English

9 team members

Over twenty years ago, the owners, Kip and Kris Unruh, moved into their family home in Peculiar, Missouri. Throughout the years, they have raised their family there and even celebrated the weddings of their daughters on the property! Shortly after, they realized that they could transform their lush twenty acres into a stunning space for weddings for other couples too. That little idea became what is now known as The Barn at Riverbend!

The Barn at Riverbend is an unexpected hidden gem for Kansas City couples. The Barn sits on 20 acres of rolling landscapes, countless trees, and the clear view of the night sky that you can only get in the outskirts of the city. The white barn is as picture perfect as they come and the open air veranda just off the barn overlooks the river. Our Bridal Suite is situated up inside the loft of the Barn while the Groom's Cabin is just across the patio. The Barn was designed to be everything that you could dream of for your special day.

***Available from the FIRST WEEKEND in May through the FIRST WEEKEND in November each year.***

Spaces

The Barn at Riverbend's unique spaces will draw you in right away.

  • Ceremony Hillside: Guests will enter the ceremony site by following the string-lit fenceline leading up to the hillside. They'll be seated for ceremony without seeing the rest of the venue until the take the wood lined path to cocktail hour.
  • The Patio: Once you've officially become newlyweds, guests will take that path straight to the patio. There they'll enter into cocktail hour where our outdoor bar is.
  • The Barn + Open Air Veranda: The barn is enclosed and equipped with heating and AC. Our Open Air Veranda is connected to the barn, which offers a covered reception and while still being able to enjoy the outdoors.
  • The Bridal Loft + Groom's Cabin: The Bridal Suite is inside the loft of the barn and offers a full bathroom, seating, hanging space, and a long vanity. The Groom's Cabin is placed in its own space just next to the fire-pit with a back porch overlooking the river.

Services Offered

The Barn at Riverbend services a wide range of wedding related events including engagement parties, bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, elopements, and more. As part of the site fee, The Barn has a variety of event details and services including:

  • Twenty acres of rich landscape

  • Shaded hillside ceremony with seating

  • Barn with heating and air conditioning

  • Open air veranda and covered patios

  • Farm tables, round tables, benches, and crossback chairs

  • Bridal loft with full bathroom

  • Groom’s cabin with back deck overlooking the river

  • Use of the outdoor or indoor bar

  • Firepit with surrounding seating

  • Parking attendants and on-site staff

Other Services

The Barn provides couples with skilled bartenders who can create and serve beverages with precision and care.The team strives to make your special event a memorable one, providing the following services:

  • House beer, liquor, wine
  • Open bar
  • Champagne toasts
  • Premium liquor
  • Signature drinks
  • Specialty beer and/or wine upon request

Pricing information

$7,995 starting price
$8,000 average price
Reception
$7,495 starting price
Bar service
$21 per person
These prices are available for the months of May through November.

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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?

7,495

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

No

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Parking
Set Up
Tables

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$21

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

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Wine
Open Bar

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

4

Describe your venue:

Barn
Garden

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
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
Clean Up
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors

What bar services do you provide?

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

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Chairs
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware

What transportation and access is available?

Parking

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October
November

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The Barn at Riverbend is highly praised by reviewers for its exceptional service and beautiful, intimate outdoor venue. Multiple reviewers highlight the attentive staff, including coordinators Kris, Desiree, and the kind bridal paths. Guests appreciated the unique ceremony site, well-maintained property, and thoughtful details, such as the bridal suite and personalized touches. The venue offers different spaces for each part of the celebration, creating a seamless flow and making it a top recommendation for couples seeking a dreamy, stress-free wedding experience.

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The Barn at Riverbend is highly praised by reviewers for its exceptional service and beautiful, intimate outdoor venue. Multiple reviewers highlight the attentive staff, including coordinators Kris, Desiree, and the kind bridal paths. Guests appreciated the unique ceremony site, well-maintained property, and thoughtful details, such as the bridal suite and personalized touches. The venue offers different spaces for each part of the celebration, creating a seamless flow and making it a top recommendation for couples seeking a dreamy, stress-free wedding experience.

Weddingwire
5.0/5 28 reviews
Google
4.9/5 50 reviews
Hadley
Hadley Sent on 07/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The Greatest Blessing of a Venue

The Barn at Riverbend truly exceeded every expectation that I had. It is the most beautiful and special wedding space. The staff made all of the planning and prep so smooth, and I felt so personally cared for throughout all of it. The property is endless in its beautiful treasures, memories, and photo opportunities. I couldn't think of a better place to have had our wedding - forever grateful for The Barn!!!
Teresa
Hadley Sent on 07/01/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Outdoor Venue Near Kansas City

The Barn at Riverbend is simply the best venue in the Kansas City area! The grounds are gorgeous, the owners get to know their couples and are so attentive to their wishes, and the staff is top notch! We received so many compliments from our guests, from the natural beauty of the venue to the supportive staff. We just cannot say enough positive things about the Barn!! Simply the best experience and most gorgeous wedding location ever!
Hannah
Hannah Sent on 11/28/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Best Venue & Staff

The Barn at Riverbend is the most gorgeous venue to hold your wedding day at. The staff is the most hardworking staff to make sure the property, landscape, even parking goes flawless for your guests and you. We love how responsive they are in emails when we have questions. The final meetings will cover every single detail so your wedding day goes perfectly. We HIGHLY recommend booking the Barn at Riverbend for your wedding day!
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
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The Barn at Riverbend frequently asked questions

The Barn at Riverbend includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The bar service starting price at The Barn at Riverbend includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
The space offered by The Barn at Riverbend for wedding events is known for:
  • Barn
  • Garden
The Barn at Riverbend offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Barn at Riverbend offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Barn at Riverbend offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Clean Up
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
The Barn at Riverbend offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Lighting
  • Tables
The Barn at Riverbend is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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