The Best Wedding Venues in Dubuque, IA

The Best Wedding Venues in Dubuque, IA

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3 Wedding Venues in Dubuque, IA

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The Magnolia 
Dubuque, IA
  • Up to 250 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor

We are located in the heart of the Millwork District. The Magnolia took 3 years to renovated and was completed in 2019. The floor to ceiling windows, large chandeliers, white brick and marble floors of the Magnolia room are always a crowd favorite. The Champagne loft is loved by bridal parties to get ready with their girls and book the weekend package you can stay in the Loft the night before and the night of your wedding!

National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium 
Dubuque, IA
  • Up to 250 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor

The Museum & Aquarium can help you create all the details for the perfect event, from beautiful tables to a delicious menu served by our exclusive caterer. The Museum & Aquarium includes ideal settings for indoor or outdoor ceremonies, mingling over cocktails, or dancing the night away. Located on the Mississippi River in charming Dubuque, Iowa, the Museum & Aquarium is also ideal for wedding showers, rehearsal dinners, baby showers, anniversary parties, and corporate events.

Steeple Square 
Dubuque, IA
  • Up to 300 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $2,600

The Steeple Square Community Event Center is a venue located in historic downtown Dubuque, IA. This venue occupies a former church and now proudly stands as a historic landmark and a community minded nonprofit. Their venue is nestled just north of the lively Millwork District. The Steeple Square Community Event Center offers three versatile spaces to host your entire wedding day. Their stunning main hall is their largest and most iconic space to host your wedding, comfortably accommodating up to three hundred guests. New additions to their campus include their colorful outdoor plaza and their bright and industrial lower-level space. All three spaces can be mixed-and-matched to host ceremony, cocktail hour, reception (and more!) with precision and ease. Couples who host their wedding at the Steeple Square Community Event Center can anticipate a hands-on experience with a Steeple Square representative. They are known for their above and beyond service and attention to detail.

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Waterloo Elks Lodge #290
Waterloo, IA
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Waverly, IA
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Conrad, IA
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About wedding venues in Dubuque, IA

How much do wedding venues typically cost in Dubuque, IA?

The cost of a wedding venue varies widely by location, number of guests, and many other details of the wedding package. Dubuque, IA offers a range of options that can fit most budgets. Raw venue space rentals (which only include the space itself) start at $3,500 and average $3,500. All-inclusive packages start at $4,000 and average $5,000.

What types of venues can I find in Dubuque, IA?

Dubuque offers a wide range of venues, including Ballroom, Industrial and Hotel and resort.

What are some of the best wedding and reception venues available in Dubuque, IA?

Some of the most popular venues in this area include Best Western Plus Hotel & Conference Center, Off Shore Event Center and The HarMac. 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 Dubuque, IA?

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 (85% in Dubuque do) or whether the venue provides an event coordinator (54% in Dubuque 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 Dubuque, IA accommodate both small and large weddings?

Of course! Small wedding venues in Dubuque, IA can host intimate parties while large venues can accommodate up to 500. The average venue in Dubuque can seat 250 guests.

What amenities do the reception venues in Dubuque, IA offer?

The venues in Dubuque, IA are known for the exceptional suite of services and amenities offered to couples and their wedding parties. The most common services provided are Clean up, Bar services and Dressing room / Bridal Suite. Some venues even offer Transportation!

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