Lake Elsie Wedding Barn

Just 50 minutes from Fargo. There are only 4 red brick barns like this in existence. Lake Elsie Wedding Barn sits on 5 private acres between two lakes on the North Dakota, South Dakota, and Minnesota border. It is one of a kind because there is simply nothing else like it. And if you are dreaming of a shoreline ceremony in North Dakota, this is your place. Your ceremony happens right on the water. Your cocktail hour flows to a 40 by 60 stone patio with a fireplace on the shore of Lake Elsie. Your reception fills a beautifully restored historic barn. Your dance takes place under soaring cathedral ceilings in the hayloft. Every part of your day has its own breathtaking space so nothing gets moved, nothing gets rearranged, and you never feel rushed. You just move from one magical moment to the next while your guests soak it all in. For your closest family and friends, our fully restored Victorian Bed and Breakfast sleeps 9 guests right on the property. It is the perfect way to keep your favorite people close and make the whole weekend feel like an experience. We host celebrations from 25 guests all the way up to 325. Intimate micro weddings. Full scale receptions. Elegant, rustic, or somewhere beautifully in between. We build the day around your vision, not a cookie cutter package. What is included. Your ceremony space on the shoreline. Cocktail area on the stone patio. Reception hall. Tables and chairs. Linen and decoration package. Shuttle bus. Full bar setup. And a team that coordinates everything so you can actually enjoy your day instead of managing it. Here is what our couples say. "This is the nicest venue our guests had ever been to for a wedding." "Sandy and Marshall went above and beyond since the day we booked. They always responded to any questions swiftly and made our every concern their top priority." "I can not imagine having my wedding anywhere else. It was beautiful and the team works to create an event just for you." "Lake Elsie was a wonderful experience from beginning to end. The venue was wonderful and beautiful, the facilities were excellent, and the price point was perfect." "5 stars all the way around. We loved how there was a different spot for each part of the celebration. It made it so convenient and each moment felt special." "Even our guests complimented how nice the venue was. Great quality and service for your price." The property has deep historical roots as part of the founding of Hankinson, North Dakota. We are open May through October and summer dates move quickly. If you have a date in mind, a tour is the best first step. Here is how it works. You tour the space. We talk about your vision. You decide if we are a fit. We send a proposal and guide you every step of the way from booking to your last dance. Ready to see if we are a fit? Let us set up a tour.