The Barns at Nappanee


All-inclusive venue

The venue takes care of it all - food and beverage, rentals, the works!

Guest capacity

Up to 300 seated guests


About this venue

Allow yourself to be transported back to the1870s with the ultimate storybook setting for your special day. Our century-old J.T. Vawter Barn offers a rustic setting with its hand-hewn posts and beams, antique tables and chairs, and beautiful views of the farm’s pond and orchard. Dine and dance the night away with your guests in one of our gorgeous restaurant/loft locations with exposed wood posts and beams, or under the stars in our quaint apple orchard with your own customized arrangements and décor. Our number one goal is to make your dream wedding a reality.


Our event spaces

Round Barn Theatre

Celebrate your love story at Nappanee!

Tie the knot in our historic and majestic 1911 Round Barn Theatre. As you enter the theatre, your focus is immediately drawn to the stunning cathedral-like ceiling and magnificent self-supporting cupola. This location offers a grand setting with theatre style seating and a large elevated stage. Add a unique backdrop, arbor, or arch to complete your rustic, showstopper ceremony. Choose from our décor catalog or bring in your own unique décor to complete your perfect ceremony.

Guest capacity

Up to 300 Seated

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Other, Wedding reception, After party, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

The Loft

Dance the night away in our gorgeous loft, home of our elite Barns 1600 Club. The Loft features high ceilings with exposed beams adorned with custom, handcrafted, rustic chandeliers, floor to ceiling unfinished beams, and gorgeous hardwood flooring complete with a lounge/bar area, and a small stage for live music. The Loft offers plenty of room for you to add your own personal touches.

Guest capacity

Up to 150 Seated

Ideal for

Wedding reception, Wedding shower, Welcome party, After party

Guests often feel this space is

“Magic!”

The Grand Hall

The Grand Hall is equipped with elegant hand-hewn timbers and includes beautiful views and historic settings just outside the windows. Dine and dance with your guests under the gorgeous beams and in Air-Conditioned or Heated comfort. Create your own mood with individualized decor, music, and flowers. Let us help you create a lifetime of unique, unforgettable memories.

Guest capacity

Up to 300 Seated

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Comfortable!”

Willow Tree

Say your vows in a whimsical, ethereal, storybook setting beneath our gorgeous century-old weeping willow tree. Your guests will be inspired as they venture out to the ceremony site on foot or by carriage alongside our charming pond and historic Kuhn Farmhouses. This natural setting is the perfect option for the DIY couple. Choose an in-house arch or bring your own unique backdrop to complete your fairytale ceremony that your guests are sure to remember for years to come.

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Magic!”

Walnut Grove

Tie the knot in an intimate setting tucked within a grove of century-old walnut trees alongside the historic Kuhn Family Farmhouse. Use your creative freedom to make this place your own. Add a unique backdrop, arbor, or arch to create your perfect setting. This ceremony site is the perfect combination of antique elegance and rustic charm.

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Gorgeous”

Norm's Pond

Start your life together on the lush green grass in front of our charming pond while perfectly surrounded by over 80 acres of farmland. As you look across the pond in the distance, you’ll see our gorgeous century-old weeping willow tree and our historic farmhouses, creating a natural and charming ambiance. This open-air, natural setting is the perfect option for the DIY couple. Choose an in-house arch or bring your own unique backdrop to complete your perfect setting.

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony

Guests often feel this space is

“Peaceful!”

Heart of the Orchard

Dine and dance the night away under the stars surrounded by our quaint apple orchard adorned with market lights. Abundant sky day view and then starry nights surround the beautiful orchard above. Entertain your guests with lawn games, stunning views of our historic Kuhn Family Farm, a bonfire to roast s’mores, and even carriage/wagon rides around our beautiful property! Use our antique tables & chairs and choose gorgeous one-of-a-kind centerpieces from our décor catalogue or your own unique décor to create your perfect, rustic wedding that your guests are sure to remember!

Ideal for

Wedding reception, Wedding shower, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Amazing!”

Round Barn Theatre

Celebrate your love story at Nappanee!

Tie the knot in our historic and majestic 1911 Round Barn Theatre. As you enter the theatre, your focus is immediately drawn to the stunning cathedral-like ceiling and magnificent self-supporting cupola. This location offers a grand setting with theatre style seating and a large elevated stage. Add a unique backdrop, arbor, or arch to complete your rustic, showstopper ceremony. Choose from our décor catalog or bring in your own unique décor to complete your perfect ceremony.

Guest capacity

Up to 300 Seated

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Other, Wedding reception, After party, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”


Available services that can be provided by The Barns at Nappanee

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Catering services
  • Clean up
  • Dance floor
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event coordinator
  • Event staff
  • Lighting/Sound
  • On-site accommodations
  • Pet friendly
  • Service staff
  • Set up
  • Wifi

Transportation & access

  • Self parking - free

Rentals

  • Barware
  • Chiavari Chairs
  • China
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Standard Chairs

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