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Gather on 3 Event Center at The Woods
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"An amazing place that we couldn’t have pictured our day anywhere else!"
"Attended a wedding at The Woods . It was so much fun. Perfect venue, great food and staff."
Why couples loved this venue
- Unique aesthetic style
- Quality catering
- Guests comfort
- Amenities
About this venue
The rustic beauty of nature encircles The Woods wedding venue in Brainerd, Minnesota. A unique outdoor wedding venue tucked within Minnesota’s woodland offers a full-service wedding experience for couples and their guests. Beyond the ceremony and reception amenities, lodging and transportation make for a beautiful, accessible and stress-free experience.
Facilities and Capacity
The unique quality of the outdoor ceremony structure and area highlight The Woods as a classic and rustic-chic wedding venue. Nature surrounds the outdoor wedding area, offering intimate seclusion and a lush natural backdrop. Following the ceremony, walk to the reception and enter the reception hall through a rustic barn door. The event hall seats 300 guests for dining, dancing and general celebration. The full-service nature of this venue includes lodging options for couples and their guests. Choose from a guest cottage, A-Frame, and 13-room hotel for lodging needs. An outdoor patio that houses four fireplaces and a game area further exemplifies the unique and inclusive atmosphere of The Woods wedding venue.
Services Offered
The Woods provides services beyond the day of the wedding, including lodging, transportation and an on-site restaurant and bar. Couples can also choose to host their engagement party, bridal shower and rehearsal dinner at the venue. Both an on-site wedding planner and chef add to the stress-free planning and day-of event implementation. The Woods provides an on-site shuttle service and golf cart rental for easy and accessible transportation. Event services included within this venue are:
- Accommodations
- Cleanup
- Event planning
- In-house bar
- In-house catering
- Lighting/sound
- Outside vendors
- Pet friendly
- Setup
- Wireless Internet
Cuisine
Couples who choose to work with the event coordinator at The Woods also have access to a full-service restaurant and expansive catering options. Options for cuisine include buffet style, family style, hors d'oeuvres, plated dinners, servers and tasting stations. In addition, the venue can accommodate food selections for a cocktail reception and welcome couples bringing in an outside cake. The flexibility between dining options adds to the full-service accommodations the venue provides.
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16 years in business
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Reviews of Gather on 3 Event Center at The Woods
Uncle of the groom
All around, AMAZING!
Perfect place to tie the knot!
Beautiful Venue and Great Service!
So happy I chose The Woods!
Overall, I have only great things to say about The Woods and Becky. The wedding went off without a hitch, and it was all thanks to their help and detailed planning. 10/10 recommend, 5+ stars!
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