Conveniently located at the intersection of I-35 and Highway 18 (Exit 194), guests at the Best Western Holiday Lodge have easy access to the area’s most popular attractions. Outdoor lovers are just one mile from sparkling Clear Lake, offering fishing, boating, jet skiing and tours aboard the two-tiered Lady of the Lake cruise ship. The surrounding area also offers ample opportunities for hiking, biking and golf. This Clear Lake hotel is within walking distance of downtown Main Street’s dining, shopping, antiquing and more. Take in a concert at the legendary Surf Ballroom, the site of Buddy Holly’s final performance, also just a few miles from the site of the musician’s fatal plane crash. Midway between Des Moines, IA and Minneapolis, MN, the Best Western Holiday Lodge is an ideal choice for business travelers who appreciate the hotel’s close proximity to businesses such as Stellar®, Titan Pro, CL Telephone, wind farms and the Winnebago factory in Forest City, IA.

Thank you so much considering the The Red Shed Event Center for your upcoming event. We are committed to creating a wonderful experience for you and your guests. At The Red Shed Event Center, we strive to make your event just as you want it to be. From elegant to rustic, our facility can be transformed easily for your occasion. The Red Shed offers a range of space options to groups planning meetings, reunions, wedding receptions and other events. Whether hosting a large or small event, The Red Shed Event Center is sure to meet and exceed the expectations of your attendees. A perfect destination for a variety of events such as Weddings, Receptions, Fundraisers, Graduations, Family /Class Reunions, Business Meetings and more. The Red Shed is located on the north edge of Clarion, surrounded by beautiful grounds, excellent for photo opportunities.

The Rustic Barn Venue was established in 2017 and has been the home of weddings, corporate gatherings, birthdays and many other events ever since. We offer personalized service and a first-rate venue to be the backdrop for your special occasion. Our unique venue boasts an event center "show barn" built in the 1940's for indoor receptions, ready rooms atop a converted corn crib, outdoor ceremony seating with pergola, grain bin bar and beautifully manicured lawns and gardens.

We are honored that you are considering the Briggs Woods Conference Center to celebrate the most important day of your life. From your arrival at the Briggs Woods Conference Center in preparation for your wedding to the last toast at your reception, we are committed to creating a once in a lifetime experience for you and your guests. The Briggs Woods Conference Center is an 11,250-square foot facility, with additional outdoor patio and gardens area. Couples are guaranteed exclusivity on the day of their Wedding and are guaranteed Event Coordinator Services from our on-site Event Planners. We are a full service venue, contact us to find out more!

The Cardiff Center at Fort Frenzy boasts a 6,500 + square foot event center / reception space that was specifically designed to transform into an event venue that comfortably accommodates 400 + people. In 2019 a substantial bar area and modern flooring as well as vestibule was added to the space. The lobby, also included with the rental, adds roughly 500 additional square feet of space. State-of-the-art technology & sound & gorgeous chandeliers, as well as friendly bar staff are among several of the offerings included with the space. (Not to mention all of the "givens" expected of an exceptional event venue, including clean restrooms and dependable air conditioning.) The Cardiff Center at Fort Frenzy has all the amenities you’d expect from a premiere event venue with unlimited possibilities. Exciting news for future brides & grooms--our venue is now located within walking distance to Brookstone Inn & Suites, a cozy yet contemporary hotel newly opened in 2019!