Enjoy the scenic 6-mile drive from SW Rochester on paved roads to a magical place nestled in the rolling hillsides of southeast Minnesota. We’ve owned and operated our family perennial farm with sprawling gardens which has hosted hundreds of weddings for over 25 years. Our new wedding & events facility is a heated & cooled vintage, European-style carriage house to match our existing civil war era (1858!) brick house. The Carriage House can accommodate 150 guests in the warm months and 100 in the winter. The space flows into the gardens and expansive patio area for additional seating. Now booking for year-round events! We do still have room for a 2024 wedding! Now booking 2025.

Southern Minnesota Wedding facility. Situated just minutes away from Minneapolis, St Paul, Rochester, Albert Lea, Mankato Since the Monterey Ballroom opened in 1938, it has been the place to go for Wedding receptions. A year round facility where you can go to dance, eat and simply have a good time. Every bride and groom wants an incomparable wedding combined with fantasy and style. We assist with creating stunning, one-of-a-kind events produced styled to perfection. From traditional to modern, elegant and relaxed, rustic and boho we focus on any event.

When you choose the Rochester Art Center, you will get more than just a unique and historic venue. Rochester Art Center is located along the Zumbro River in downtown Rochester, MN, with easy access to the Skyways, hotels, and restaurants. The modern architecture of the Art Center features panoramic views of the city to the West, Mayo Memorial Park to the East, and the river to the South. This open space allows for dynamic design customized to your taste. If your guest list is long, the Mayo Civic Centers ballroom is the ultimate place in Rochester to host your wedding. Located on the skyway, acoustical panels for quality sound, and high-end finishes to complement any decorating scheme. Mayo Civic Center was modernized and expanded, making it an even more picturesque and stylish venue for weddings. The center’s new design features a spectacular pre-function area outside the new ballroom, and a two-story glass wall with dazzling views of downtown Rochester and the Zumbro River.

This newly renovated venue offers space to accommodate all aspects of your wedding weekend. Beautiful waterscapes, landscapes and rolling hills make for a peaceful setting that allows you and your guests to relax. Our venue offers indoor and outdoor seating to accommodate ceremonies and receptions. For dining, the indoor space holds 200+ guests with opportunity for outdoor seating for larger parties. It is our priority to help you host the wedding you desire. We are happy to discuss customization and the unique needs for your event.

Our ol' 10 acre charm farm dates back to before MN was a state in the abstract. It's been in Brady’s family since the summer of '69 and we plan to keep it that way for generations to come. The original family that homesteaded the property came from Czechoslovakia. They built the hand-hewn log cabin on a boulder foundation and owned it for 112 years. Brady grew up in the home since '87 which has transformed over time into the gem that we have today. We kickstarted our journey at GarageTown LLC with our wedding in August, 2021. We look forward to creating more memories and sharing our historic and creative property with you! Forever Grateful, Brady & Jenni

Ahavah Cottage is a wedding venue in Elysian, Minnesota. Located just an hour away from Minneapolis, this setting is ideal for couples seeking a tranquil, down-to-earth place to exchange their vows. The surrounding woodlands and rustic indoor space make for a one-of-a-kind base for any couple's fairytale vision.