Sanford Center
Select services venue
The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.
Packages
Prices start at $1,700
Guest capacity
Up to 500 seated guests
About this venue
The Sanford Center: George W. Neilson Conference Center featuring our Ballroom and Lakeview Rooms are the perfect fit for your wedding and reception. Boasting over 14,000 sqft, we can accommodate some of the largest weddings to a quaint sized affair. We feature state-of-the-art technology, unmatched cuisine, beverages, and entertainment services. The Lakeview rooms and our spacious foyer offer panoramic views of Lake Bemidji's south shore. The beauty of the north is on display from dawn until dusk; a romantic dream location to capture your special day!
Our event spaces
Ballrooms
The most memorable space on Lake Bemidji
This space features 10,000sqft of customizable event space that has the ability to break down into three separate spaces. Perfect for ceremonies & receptions of any size.
Guest capacity
10-500 Seated
10-500 Standing
Square footage
10,000
Ideal for
Other, Cocktail hour, Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
- Dance Floor - Personalized Gobo Monogram - Cocktail & Banquet Tables with Chairs - Linens & Skirts - Raised Head Table
Room cost
Package Pricing starts at $1,900 + tax
Lakeview Rooms
A quaint space right on Lake Bemidji with view of the water and beautiful Plaza.
This space features 4000sqft of customizable event space that has the ability to break down into four separate spaces. Perfect for ceremonies & receptions of any size.
Guest capacity
10-200 Seated
10-200 Standing
Square footage
4,000
Ideal for
Other, Cocktail hour, Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
- Dance Floor - Personalized Gobo Monogram - Cocktail & Banquet Tables with Chairs - Linens & Skirts - Raised Head Table
Room cost
Package Pricing starts at $1,700 + tax
Plaza
A outdoor location perfect for your ceremony on Lake Bemidji.
This space sits right next to Lake Bemidji and is perfect for a ceremony location or cocktail hour.
Guest capacity
10-300 Seated
10-300 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Engagement party, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
-Tables & Chairs
Room cost
Package Pricing starts at $200 + tax
Ballrooms
The most memorable space on Lake Bemidji
This space features 10,000sqft of customizable event space that has the ability to break down into three separate spaces. Perfect for ceremonies & receptions of any size.
Guest capacity
10-500 Seated
10-500 Standing
Square footage
10,000
Ideal for
Other, Cocktail hour, Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
- Dance Floor - Personalized Gobo Monogram - Cocktail & Banquet Tables with Chairs - Linens & Skirts - Raised Head Table
Room cost
Package Pricing starts at $1,900 + tax
Lakeview Rooms
A quaint space right on Lake Bemidji with view of the water and beautiful Plaza.
This space features 4000sqft of customizable event space that has the ability to break down into four separate spaces. Perfect for ceremonies & receptions of any size.
Guest capacity
10-200 Seated
10-200 Standing
Square footage
4,000
Ideal for
Other, Cocktail hour, Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Included in this room:
- Dance Floor - Personalized Gobo Monogram - Cocktail & Banquet Tables with Chairs - Linens & Skirts - Raised Head Table
Room cost
Package Pricing starts at $1,700 + tax
Plaza
A outdoor location perfect for your ceremony on Lake Bemidji.
This space sits right next to Lake Bemidji and is perfect for a ceremony location or cocktail hour.
Guest capacity
10-300 Seated
10-300 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Engagement party, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
-Tables & Chairs
Room cost
Package Pricing starts at $200 + tax
Sanford Center packages
Ballroom Rental Rates
10-500 guests
Peak pricing $1,900-2,300
Off-peak pricing $1,900-2,300
- 17 Hour Room Rental (8am-1am) - Room Set Up & Cleaning - Cocktail & Banquet Tables with Chairs - Linens for all tables - Use of Bridal Suite based on availability - Ceremony Rehearsal - Dance Floor - Personalized Monogram - Event Uniformed Security & Ushers - Event Insurance - Complimentary Parking
Lakeview Rental Packages
10-200 guests
Peak pricing $1,700-2,100
Off-peak pricing $1,700-2,100
- 17 Hour Room Rental (8am-1am) - Room Set Up & Cleaning - Cocktail & Banquet Tables with Chairs - Linens for all tables - Use of Bridal Suite based on availability - Ceremony Rehearsal - Dance Floor - Personalized Monogram - Event Uniformed Security & Ushers - Event Insurance - Complimentary Parking
Available services that can be provided by Sanford Center
Services & amenities
- Bar services
- Catering services
- Clean up
- Dance floor
- Dressing room / Bridal Suite
- Event rentals
- Event staff
- Liability insurance
- Service staff
- Set up
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wifi
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