Just one hour away from Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Waterloo, and Ames, Pilgrim Heights is one of the many hidden gems in Central Iowa. With 100 acres of wooded bliss, 80-acre private lake, a stunning outdoor chapel with an envious view, a 3-story reception venue, and lodging for up to 90 people, Pilgrim Heights offers a completely unique experience second to none for couples looking to celebrate their love.

At The Olympic South Side Theater in Cedar Rapids' Newbo District, we offer a unique wedding venue blending elegance and versatility. Our spacious, open layout includes an intimate bar area and mezzanine. We can host 200-250 seated guests or up to 500 standing, making it perfect for weddings of any size. Our customizable space ensures your vision comes to life, and with clear sightlines, guests can enjoy the celebration from anywhere. The venue’s rich wood floors, chandeliers, and large windows provide a stunning, light-filled backdrop. Private dressing rooms are also available for your convenience. In addition to our beautiful space, we offer skilled bartenders and a dedicated staff to ensure everything runs smoothly. Whether you’re planning a traditional wedding, elopement, vow renewal, or a more personal celebration, we're committed to making your day truly unforgettable.

The Old 56, is a historic landmark barn that was built in 1907. We specialize in weddings by including an all inclusive price. Included in options is both an indoor and outdoor ceremony, a large reception area featuring tons of historic charm and visible rafters in the upper level of the barn. A separate bridal suite, grooms space, and an amazing large four bedroom farmhouse round out this ultimate wedding venue. You get all of these features from Thursday - Sunday for a relaxing wedding experience.

The Alta House Event Center is a hidden gem conveniently located off I-80 and 37 minutes East of Des Moines. Conveniently located near several hotels within minutes of your venue for your guests, overnight accommodations are also available right on site. We are surrounded by plenty of photo ops, such as our on-site pond, heavily wooded areas, the Thirty-acre park, open fields, and breathtaking sunsets as your backdrop. We have several packages available no matter your budget; we will find the right package for you. The most popular package is our "Wedding Weekend Package," providing full access for 48 hours, allowing you the freedom to host rehearsal, ceremony, reception, and even brunch the following morning, all in one convenient location. Day of Coordinator, Shuttle Bus Services, on-site accommodations, setup/teardown, linens, over 2000 decor options, and more! Our high standard of care is unwavering, and our passion for our couples shows through and through.

Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center is an upscale hotel that offers a truly wonderful location for weddings near Iowa City. Create a seamless celebration with a unique combination of beautiful outside ceremony space and freshly renovated ballroom spaces. Facilities and Capacity East Terrace: 300 guests for outdoor ceremony South Terrace: 100 guests for outdoor ceremony Oakdale Ballroom: 350 guests for reception Coral Ballroom: 650 guests for reception Exhibit Hall: 2,000 guests for reception Second Floor: 10 rooms for getting ready, opening gifts, or brunch Services Offered Event managers will help you choose a space and functional layout, arrange tastings, and decide on a menu. The hotel also offers freshly renovated overnight rooms for you and your guests. Cuisine The culinary team will arrange tastings and work with you to perfect your menu. They offer a range of services including banquet staff, custom menus, and rentals.

The Gathering Barn is located in Williamsburg, Iowa and right along Interstate 80. With our spacious gathering room seating 500 guests, breathtaking sunsets, and peaceful farmland surrounding the barn, this venue will surely be the right fit for your event. Contact us to schedule your event. We look forward to celebrating with you!

Why rush off? Turn your best day ever into your best weekend ever! Celebrating together for 4 days would be so much more fun! You’ll Love… 4 days/ 3 nights of mansion fun 40 friends & family stay & play all weekend full use of indoor basketball court exclusive use of the whole estate & venue decorate before & enjoy your day indoor & outdoor ceremony options choice of your own caterers Conrad mansion + carriage house venue = so much more fun! The Weekend Celebration Includes: Exclusive access to the charming Conrad Mansion for 40 friends and family to celebrate the weekend away, multiple spots for photos that will last a lifetime, tables and wedding chairs setup to your specifications, two beautiful dressing areas, ideal for pictures, professional parking lot with lights, Indoor bathrooms (wheelchair accessible), and a large bar area with refrigeration for drinks.

Located in the iconic Smulekoff's building in downtown Cedar Rapids, Eastbank is unlike any other urban venue throughout Eastern Iowa. This space uniquely integrates a modern sophistication while taking full advantage of the timeless classic elements only found in historical preservation. Eastbank is designed to create seamless events with stylized impact. To learn more about Eastbank + setup a tour with us please check out our website: eastbankvenue

The endless valley of lush green space includes an elegant banquet hall and a team of talented staff to give couples the wedding of their dreams. Fox Ridge is a premier 18-hole golf course just seven miles away from the city of Cedar Falls. Engaged couples are welcome to spend milestones on their journey to married life on the site, from wedding showers to the after-dinner party. The banquet room on location has over 8,000 square feet of space available for both the ceremony and reception. Glassware, flatware, white linens, and chair covers will be available to you, and staff will work to accommodate any special requests. All catering is done on site, and has a variety of options to choose from. A team of skilled bartenders will provide you and your guests with delicious wine and cocktails, whether you want an open, limited, or cash bar. While eight different beer selections are always on tap, the staff can provide hosted or specialty kegs to keep the suds flowing.

The Black Hawk Hotel is brimming with historic character! The Black Hawk Hotel is the second longest operating hotel in the country and features beautiful historic character that will wow your guests and be the backdrop for gorgeous photo opps. We're located in the heart of Downtown Cedar Falls, so your guests will love exploring the District's shops, bars and restaurants before and after your wedding. We are also the only locally-owned hotel the Cedar Valley, and pride ourselves on being local experts. Our guests routinely compliment our Midwestern Hospitality! We are nearly a one-stop-shop for your wedding festivities, and can check off the major services you need to host a celebration to remember. But, we don't require you use our services; just select what fits your vision. We offer rental of the lobby and bar in the historic hotel, catering services, cakes, bar service, event planning, day-of coordination, hotel room blocks, bridal/getting ready suites and honeymoon suites.

With its breathtaking grass landscapes and golf course views, prairie links event center is a picturesque backdrop for your wedding ceremony or reception. Brand new in 2019, our outdoor ceremony and reception space offers breathtaking views backlit by suspended canopy lighting. Lounge in the outdoor patio space, utilize our outdoor bar, or take the party outside with our outdoor dance floor.