The Best Select Services Wedding Venues in Cowden, IL

The Best Select Services Wedding Venues in Cowden, IL

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3 Wedding Venues in Cowden, IL

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Best Wedding Chapel 
Shelbyville, IL
  • Up to 60 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor

Darrell Best & his wife Lisa are non-denominational ordained ministers — often referred to as licensed wedding officiants — offering affordable and convenient packages to complement and honor your special day. Darrell Best was an over-worked and underappreciated banker and his wife Lisa, a much-appreciated home daycare provider. They took a leap of faith by purchasing a 1942 American LaFrance firetruck to start a business to be called Red Hot Weddings.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Historic touches
  • Bridal suite on site
  • Handles all cleanup logistics

Venue considerations

  • Requires outside catering services
  • Dance floor not included
  • Not wheelchair accessible
Best Man Mobile Wedding Chapel 
Shelbyville, IL
  • Select services

Honorably named “Best Man” the mobile chapel is recognized as the world’s fastest wedding chapel by Guinness World Records. Our 1942 American La France mobile chapel is the result of a $100,000 conversion on the famed TV show Trick My Truck. It features stained glass windows, an altar, two wooden pews, and even an organ. It’s been covered by the biggest news and media outlets across the globe including World News with Charles Gibson. It’s also been featured in the LA Times, National Enquirer, and made a special trip to New York City for a photoshoot with international fashion designer Betsey Johnson! We can marry you on the road or parked at your chosen location with an unlimited guest list and then deliver you right to the reception! The ideas are limitless! The Best Man may only be scheduled for use in the Midwest from the first day of Spring to Halloween.

Venue considerations

  • No on-premises lodging options
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • No free parking
Mt. Zion Convention Center 
Mt Zion, IL
  • Up to 500 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor

The Mt. Zion Convention Center is a multipurpose meeting and convention facility located in the newly constructed Mt. Zion Village East building along State Highway 121. Modern in design and technology, the Convention Center will serve Mt. Zion and our surrounding community as a destination for local and regional events. It has a grand ballroom that can be divided into three smaller rooms as well as three other small meeting rooms. The grand ballroom contains 11,000 square feet of unobstructed exhibit/meeting space, full-service catering, and experienced staff to help coordinate events of many sizes from as few as ten people to as many as 800 guests!

Why you'll love this venue

  • Bridal suite on site
  • Space for a large guest list
  • Full catering menu to choose from

Venue considerations

  • No built-in audiovisual options
  • On-site parking not available
  • Does not allow pets

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About wedding venues in Cowden, IL

How much do wedding venues typically cost in Cowden, IL?

The cost of a wedding venue varies widely by location, number of guests, and many other details of the wedding package. Cowden, IL offers a range of options that can fit most budgets. All-inclusive packages start at $3,000 and average $3,000.

What types of venues can I find in Cowden, IL?

Cowden offers a wide range of venues, including Ballroom and Historic estate.

What are some of the best wedding and reception venues available in Cowden, IL?

Some of the most popular venues in this area include Thelma Keller Convention Center and Best Wedding Chapel. But just like finding "the one," finding the perfect wedding venue takes time and a little bit of magic. Start by envisioning your dream wedding - the ambiance, style, and location. Then, explore our extensive collection of carefully curated wedding venues. Our marketplace provides detailed information, stunning photos, and real couples' reviews to help you make an informed decision. Trust your instincts, and when you find that venue that gives you butterflies, you'll know it's the one.

What questions should I ask when booking a venue in Cowden, IL?

It all depends on what you're looking for, but you may want to consider things like whether the venue has an on-site bridal suite (67% in Cowden do) or whether the venue provides an event coordinator (33% in Cowden do!).

Additionally, some venues work with certain caterers and require a minimum food and beverage spend in addition to the space rentals. Others might have a recommended list of preferred caterers that they'd like you to work with.

Can the venues in Cowden, IL accommodate both small and large weddings?

Of course! Small wedding venues in Cowden, IL can host intimate parties while large venues can accommodate up to 1000. The average venue in Cowden can seat 60 guests.

What amenities do the reception venues in Cowden, IL offer?

The venues in Cowden, IL are known for the exceptional suite of services and amenities offered to couples and their wedding parties. The most common services provided are Set up, Service staff and Clean up. Some venues even offer Event coordinator!

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