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Pricing information

Reception
$7,500 starting price
Ceremony
$1,000 starting price
Bar service
$6 per person
Reception
$7,500 starting price
Ceremony
$1,000 starting price
Bar service
$6 per person

About

On WeddingWire since 2021

Located in Minneapolis, Minnesota, The Whim is a historic wedding venue exuding 1920s elegance and an industrial-chic vibe. Surrounded by an abundance of natural light and white painted brick, newlyweds will marvel at the breathtaking contemporary beauty of this event space. By its bright and airy design, an ethereal atmosphere permeates the banquet hall and enhances the general splendor of the big day.

Facilities and Capacity

Founded by a professional wedding planning company, The Whim is specially designed for weddings and is thoughtfully structured to create the perfect day. While beginning the day on-site, couples can enjoy the two getting-ready suites, fully equipped for a relaxing and luxurious morning. Moving into the stunning 14-foot ceiling height ballroom, newlyweds can decorate the space to their liking, transforming the blank canvas with florals, lighting, and decor. Couples are welcome to add their personal touches to the venue, opting for themes like garden paradise or a sophisticated black-tie gala. A selection of additional rooms is available, adjacent to the main ballroom, as ideal locations for photo booths and cocktail hours. An authentic-looking 1920s speakeasy lounge is a dreamy late-night snack setting, offering guests refreshments off the busy dance floor. Every corner of The Whim is stunning, providing seamless backdrops to photograph-worthy moments.

Services Offered

The Whim offers comprehensive venue rental packages and all-inclusive bar services for weddings. The wedding package includes tables, chairs, glassware, and valet parking, with event staff on hand to perform setup and cleanup. Newlyweds can enjoy cash or open bars for their reception, serving guests from a selection of house beers, wines, and premium liquors. Champagne toasts and wifi are also possible. Additionally, the venue operates a pet-friendly policy, catering to couples with pets.

Location

Adjacent to The Whim, newlyweds and their guests can explore the many award-winning restaurants, art galleries, and boutiques populating the Northeast Minneapolis Arts District. The area is a charming collection of historic and modern buildings, heavily influenced by European and American cultures. Renowned as a hub of activity, the district is home to many festivals and craft beer breweries, enticing guests to spend a weekend wandering around.

  • Woman-owned

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?

$7,500

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

$7,500

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
Clean Up
Glassware
Parking
Set Up
Tables

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$6

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

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

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Historic Building
Loft

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
Clean Up
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What bar services do you provide?

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

What event items are available?

Chairs
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
Glassware

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access
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Reviews of The Whim

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  • Professionalism
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  • Flexibility
    5 out of 5 rating
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5.0/5 1 reviews
Google
4.7/5 79 reviews
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Tiffanyandkenny C. Sent on 06/03/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful Blank Canvas!

The Whim is such a beautiful space!! Initially, we were worried that our colorful red and gold-themed wedding would look tacky, but because the space is a blank white canvas, our wedding ended up looking much prettier than I could have ever imagined. We really appreciated that the getting ready spaces were equally gorgeous and spacious for both the groom and bride and there is so much natural light for getting ready. For an all-indoor wedding, the space is spacious and comfortable – the speakeasy came in clutch when a couple of our guests had a couple drinks too many and needed a quiet place to rest. One thing to note for those with more sensitivities to sound is that since this is a warehouse/factory-based venue, like many of the other warehouse venues in the city, the sound can be echoey and loud.

Jennae and Elliot were great and I appreciated that I could email them and get a response when needed. I also loved that we were able to customize our signature cocktails by just providing some recipes and Elliot worked to make sure that they got them just right – our guests were raving about the cocktails. I also appreciated that they gave us the extra Yakult yogurt drinks they had purchased for our signature drinks at the end of the night, after our guests had ended up finishing the straight soju alone. It’s clear that The Whim has been very thoughtfully designed for events and the venue coordinators, Michelle and Courtney (I believe) were super helpful and easy to work with. Overall, we would recommend The Whim for anyone who wants a light and airy space and who wants a colorful wedding to pop!
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The Whim frequently asked questions

The Whim includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Glassware
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The bar service starting price at The Whim includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Limited Bar
  • Open Bar
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
  • Specialty Beer
  • Specialty Wine
The space offered by The Whim for wedding events is known for:
  • Banquet Hall
  • Historic Building
  • Loft
The Whim offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Whim offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Whim offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Clean Up
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
The Whim offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Tables
The Whim 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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