When you start planning your wedding in Iowa, one of the biggest decisions you’ll make is your venue — and the next is who you trust to capture it all. From professional photography and videography to fine art portraits and cinematic wedding films, our team is here to document every detail.
We’ve compiled a list of must-see wedding venues across Iowa, and as a professional photographer and videographer team, we’ve worked with couples in a wide variety of beautiful spaces. Whether you’re dreaming of a rustic barn, a luxury ballroom, or a scenic outdoor venue, Iowa has something special — and we’re ready to tell your story through wedding portraits, highlight films, and timeless photography and videography coverage.
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As an experienced Iowa photographer and videographer team, we specialize in telling your love story through both still portraits and motion films. From the candid laughter to the quiet, emotional moments — we’re there for it all.
- Photography that feels authentic, artistic, and full of emotion.
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- Wedding films that let you relive the magic again and again.
Whether you’re planning a wedding in Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, or anywhere in between — we travel across Iowa to capture it all. Check out this constantly evolving list of venues in Iowa.
Wedding Venues in Polk County, Iowa
Des Moines
Simply Stunning Events
Location: 5525 Mills Civic Parkway #105, West Des Moines, IA 50266
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Iowa Events Center
Location: 730 3rd Street, Des Moines, IA
Description: A versatile venue offering multiple spaces, including the Grand Ballroom and Junior Ballroom, suitable for weddings of various sizes.
Salisbury House & Gardens
Location: 4025 Tonawanda Dr, Des Moines, IA
Description: A historic mansion with beautifully landscaped gardens, ideal for elegant ceremonies and receptions.
Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
Location: 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA
Description: Offers lush indoor and outdoor spaces surrounded by vibrant flora, perfect for nature-inspired weddings.
The River Center
Location: 340 SW 3rd St, Des Moines, IA
Description: A renovated historic building featuring exposed brick walls and a spacious event area accommodating up to 600 guests.
Website: rivercenterdsm.com
Rollins Mansion
Location: 2801 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA
Description: A Tudor-style mansion offering a rooftop terrace with city views and ornate interior rooms for ceremonies and receptions.
Website: rollinsmansion.com
The Tea Room
Location: 713 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
Description: A restored historic venue combining traditional elegance with modern amenities, featuring a bright ballroom and adjoining Garden Room.
World Food Prize Hall of Laureates
Location: 100 Locust St, Des Moines, IA
Description: A historic building with grand architecture and river views, suitable for both ceremonies and receptions.
Des Moines Art Center
Location: 4700 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA
Description: Offers a unique setting surrounded by art, with both indoor and outdoor spaces for intimate weddings.
Ankeny
The District Venue
Location: Ankeny, IA
Description: A modern, industrial-style venue accommodating up to 350 guests, with indoor and outdoor spaces.
Polk City
Tournament Club of Iowa
Location: Polk City, IA
Description: A premier golf club providing indoor and outdoor event spaces with scenic views of the course and surrounding woods.
Wedding Venues in Story County, Iowa
Ames
Reiman Gardens
Location: 1407 University Blvd, Ames, IA
Description: Voted “Best Wedding Venue of Story County” in 2023, Reiman Gardens offers stunning indoor and outdoor spaces surrounded by vibrant flora.
Website: reimangardens.com
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center
Location: 2100 Green Hills Dr, Ames, IA
Description: Offers two elegant ballrooms, a beautiful outdoor patio, and a 40-foot waterfall, with in-house catering and planning staff.
Website: discoverames.com
Iowa State University Alumni Center
Location: 420 Beach Ave, Ames, IA
Description: Features the Reiman Ballroom and Cy’s Lounge, with multiple wedding packages tailored for Iowa State alumni and supporters.
Website: discoverames.com
Story City
Heritage Timbers
Location: Story City, IA
Description: A historic countryside venue featuring a vintage white barn and expansive outdoor spaces, accommodating over 300 guests.
Website: weddingwire.com
Roland
The Rustic Rose Barn
Location: 3275 400th St, Roland, IA
Description: A century-old barn offering a three-day package, with customizable spaces and a picturesque countryside setting.
Website: rusticrosebarn.com
Nevada
Gatherings
Location: Nevada, IA
Description: Located in the downtown historic district, this full-service event venue offers a breathtaking and private setting for weddings and receptions.
Wedding Venues in Jasper County, Iowa
Newton
Alta House Event Center
Location: 1600 E 36th St S, Newton, IA
Description: A versatile venue offering both indoor and outdoor spaces, accommodating up to 225 guests. Features include onsite lodging options, open catering policy, and a venue coordinator to assist throughout your event.
Website: altahouse.com
Baqara
Location: Newton, IA
Description: An all-inclusive wedding venue that combines rustic barn aesthetics with unique reclaimed barn lumber designs. Accommodates up to 275 guests.
Website: experiencebaqara.com
Newton Arboretum and Botanical Gardens
Location: Newton, IA
Description: Features a Krumm Center building with a capacity of 105, offering a picturesque setting for weddings and receptions.
Website: newtonarboretum.com
Lynnville
Sugar Grove Vineyards and Gathering Place
Location: Lynnville, IA
Description: A beautiful venue featuring a lawn, an 1870 grange hall, an elegant rustic barn, tall grasses, wildflowers, and a path leading to a two-acre pond.
Website: Facebook Page
Wedding Venues in Dallas County, Iowa
Dallas Center
Three Sisters Barn
Location: Dallas Center, IA
Description: A family-owned event venue set amid the rolling hills and verdant fields of a working farm. The barn offers a beautifully designed space for celebrations, accommodating up to 400 guests.
Website: 3sistersbarn.com
Keller Brick Barn
Location: 25967 T Avenue, Dallas Center, IA 50063
Description: A rustic, romantic wedding venue built in 1930, offering both indoor and outdoor event spaces. The barn can host up to 175 guests and features a climate-controlled environment.
Website: kellerbrickbarn.com
The Brenton Arboretum
Location: 25141 260th St, Dallas Center, IA
Description: A 149-acre arboretum offering event packages to accommodate weddings from very small to up to 300 people. Options are available for short-notice elopements as well.
Website: thebrentonarboretum.org
Adel
Country Lane Lodge
Location: Adel, IA
Description: A premier event venue offering a rustic yet elegant setting for weddings, with a capacity of up to 400 guests. The lodge provides both indoor and outdoor spaces for ceremonies and receptions.
Website: countrylanelodgeiowa.com
Barnes’ Place
Location: Adel, IA
Description: A relaxed, warm gathering place for weddings and receptions, accommodating up to 250 guests. The barn offers a rustic charm with modern amenities.
Website: barnes-place.com
Wedding Venues in Madison County, Iowa
Winterset
Iris Aisle
Location: Winterset, IA
Description: A Victorian greenhouse nestled in a cedar grove, Iris Aisle offers an intimate setting for weddings and elopements, accommodating up to 75 guests.
Website: irisaisle.com
Knotty Pine Venue
Location: 1370 US-169, Winterset, IA
Description: A rustic barn venue featuring 5,760 square feet of space, suitable for up to 250 guests. Amenities include a fireplace, bride and groom lounges, and a catering room.
Website: knottypinevenue.com
Winterset Livery
Location: 116 S. 1st Ave, Winterset, IA
Description: A historic venue with two large event spaces, modern restrooms, a small kitchen, and bridal and groom suites. Ideal for weddings, receptions, and other events.
Website: wintersetlivery.com
Covered Bridges Winery
Location: Winterset, IA
Description: A picturesque winery offering indoor and outdoor spaces for ceremonies and receptions, surrounded by scenic vineyards.
Website: coveredbridgeswinery.com
Lakeview Country Club
Location: Winterset, IA
Description: A country club venue providing elegant indoor spaces and beautiful lake views, suitable for weddings and receptions.
Website: wintersetlvcc.com
Madison County Historical Complex
Location: Winterset, IA
Description: A unique venue offering historic buildings and grounds for weddings, providing a charming backdrop for ceremonies and photos.
Website: historyonthehill.com
Winterset City Park
Location: Winterset, IA
Description: A public park featuring scenic outdoor spaces, including the iconic covered bridges, ideal for open-air ceremonies and gatherings.
Website: winterset.gov
St. Charles
The Vineyard at St. Charles
Location: St. Charles, IA
Description: A romantic vineyard venue offering both indoor and outdoor spaces, accommodating up to 250 guests. Features include a bridal suite and picturesque vineyard views.
Website: vineyardatstcharles.com
Wedding Venues in Warren County, Iowa
Indianola
Summerset Winery
Location: Indianola, IA
Description: A picturesque vineyard offering both indoor and outdoor spaces for ceremonies and receptions, surrounded by rolling hills and scenic views.
Website: summersetwine.com
Annett Nature Center
Location: 15565 118th Avenue, Indianola, IA
Description: Managed by Warren County Conservation, this venue provides a natural setting with trails, prairies, and a pond—ideal for outdoor weddings and nature-inspired celebrations.
Website: warrenccb.org
La Vida Loca Winery
Location: Indianola, IA
Description: A family-owned winery offering a rustic yet elegant backdrop for weddings, with options for both indoor and outdoor events.
Website: facebook.com/lavidalocawinery
Norwalk
Echo Valley Country Club
Location: Norwalk, IA
Description: An upscale venue offering panoramic views of the golf course, with elegant indoor spaces and exceptional catering services.
Website: echovalleycc.com
Rolling Meadows Event Center
Location: Norwalk, IA
Description: A versatile event center featuring spacious interiors and beautifully landscaped grounds, perfect for weddings of various sizes.
Website: rollingmeadowsevents.com
Carlisle
Banner Lakes at Summerset State Park
Location: Carlisle, IA
Description: A serene park setting offering outdoor spaces for ceremonies, surrounded by lakes, trails, and natural beauty.
Website: iowadnr.gov
Martensdale
Martensdale Community Center
Location: Martensdale, IA
Description: A local venue providing a community-focused space for weddings and receptions, accommodating various guest counts.
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Wedding Venues in Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Ashton Hill Farm
Location: Cedar Rapids, IA
Description: A custom-built venue offering a blend of rustic charm and modern elegance, featuring a grand barn with 7,000 square feet of space, accommodating up to 300 guests.
Website: ashtonhillfarm.com
Eastbank Venue & Lounge
Location: Cedar Rapids, IA
Description: Situated in the historic Smulekoff’s building, this modern venue combines exposed brick walls with sleek design elements, hosting up to 475 guests.
Website: eastbankvenue.com
The HarMac
Location: Cedar Rapids, IA
Description: A contemporary industrial venue featuring exposed brick, large windows, and a rooftop space—ideal for both ceremonies and receptions.
Website: theharmac.com
The Hotel at Kirkwood Center
Location: Cedar Rapids, IA
Description: An upscale hotel offering elegant indoor and outdoor venues, including a magnificent ballroom and picturesque garden, with comprehensive wedding services.
Website: thehotelatkirkwood.com
Elmcrest Country Club
Location: Cedar Rapids, IA
Description: A private club providing both indoor and outdoor spaces with scenic golf course views, accommodating over 300 guests.
Website: elmcrestcountryclub.com
Rosedale Park Event Center
Location: Cedar Rapids, IA
Description: Located just 1.5 miles from downtown, this venue offers indoor and outdoor spaces for up to 250 guests, with on-site catering and a staffed bar.
Website: rosedaleparkevents.com
Epic Event Center
Location: Cedar Rapids, IA
Description: Set on open farmland, this venue features outdoor spaces including a willow tree, pond, and gazebo, along with an 11,000 sq ft indoor area equipped with a stage, lighting, and full-service bar.
Website: epiceventcenter.com
Ushers Ferry Historic Village
Location: Cedar Rapids, IA
Description: A recreated 1890s village offering a unique backdrop for weddings, with various historic buildings and a gazebo available for ceremonies and receptions.
Website: cedar-rapids.org
