About this vendor
Palace Event Center, located in Treynor, IA, is a bucolic wedding venue brimming with historic charm. Not far from Omaha, this Hawkeye State gem is defined by its vintage-meets-vogue aesthetic. Dating back to the 1930s, the property has been transformed from an old-fashioned barn into a romantic event venue that attracts soon-to-be newlyweds. Owned by Penny and Craig Buckingham, the property has been providing the backdrop for milestone moments since 2016. Enjoy an unforgettable start to your married life at this tranquil getaway in the heart of Pottawattamie County.
Constructed in 1933, Palace Event Center is replete with details that are reminiscent of the property’s agricultural past. Its old-world furniture, exposed wooden beams, and stone fireplace complement the venue’s nostalgic atmosphere. The barn’s string lighting and soft candlelight create a sense of intimacy perfect for marital occasions. Combining traditional elements with modern touches, the interior also boasts a selection of amenities, including climate controls, a PA system, and television equipment. Penny and Craig are passionate about providing clients with wholesome experiences that they will never forget. Whether you wish to host an open-air or indoor celebration, this family-run venue has the means to realize your ideas.
At Palace Event Center, the team will pull out all the stops to make your big day truly special. The venue is ideal for intimate and large gatherings, able to receive up to 300 people. As well as its event spaces, the property is home to a range of other facilities, including a parking area, on-site restrooms, and get-ready suites. Services such as event set-up and teardown can be performed by the exquisite event staff. Other events like birthday parties, anniversaries, and corporate functions can also be accommodated here.
Amenities + details
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Business Attributes
- Asian-owned Business
- Black-owned Business
- Hispanic or Latinx-owned Business
- LGBTQ+-owned Business
- Native American-owned Business
- Pacific Islander-owned Business
Settings
- Backyard
- Ballroom
- Barn
- Farm & Ranch
- Garden
- Historic Venue
Venue Service Offerings
- Bar & Drinks
- Rentals & Equipment
- Transportation
- Shuttle Service
Awards and Affiliations
2021 'Best of Weddings'
Best of Weddings
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Reviews
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The owner and operator Craig Buckingham was great! He definitely makes Penny proud by doing such a great job carrying on her memory through taking such great care of The Palace! We...
truly are blessed to have had such a great venue and great host for our wedding! Craig worked tirelessly to make sure that we had everything we could have wanted or needed on our wedding day! The property is beautiful, the staff was kind, the security was great, and the property was accessible! Thank you for being such a great host Craig and we plan on returning to have a stay in Penny’s Landing on the anniversary of our wedding!
Craig was so professional and easy to work with! He truly went above and beyond to make sure everything was right on our wedding day! We definitely recommend The Palace!!
Beyond wonderful! Our day was gorgeous. Craig was super helpful.
Palace event center was the absolute perfect venue. The owner was amazing and so easy to work with. We lived out of state and he made sure to make it as easy on us as he possibly c...
ould. People could not stop commenting on how beautiful and unique this venue is. It's in its own area not surrounded by other business or loudness. We wanted a very personal and intimate wedding and that is exactly what we got. If you are looking for a barn wedding this is your place!
The owner and staff at the Palace are absolutely wonderful. 10/10!! They are so kind and thoughtful. Every detail has been thought of. We Couldn’t possibly be happier with our ...
daughters wedding and are so grateful to Craig and his hard working team.
As a wedding planner I have enjoyed working with the team at Palace Event Center. The grounds are beautiful and a lot of time and work has been spent on the space. They have room f...
or getting ready spaces, a full bar, a room for the buffet, and a beautiful balcony. The team is super supportive and communicative as well. Highly recommend!
Absolutely LOVED this venue! Craig (the owner) is so sweet and authentic and accommodating. Stacy (day-of coordinator) was lovely and well-organized. It was the perfect day! HIGHYL...
recommend!
This place is beautiful! Craig is so easy to work and communicate with and did everything to make my day special! I had 280 guest and they all were complimenting how beautiful the ...
venue was! It was so rustic and had so much space!
Words cannot possibly describe how magical this venue is. From the minute we walked in, we KNEW we needed to get married there. Craig (the owner) is absolutely phenomenal. Him and ...
his team work tirelessly on giving you the feeling that you have an entire family behind your back ensuring that your day is perfect. He had countless meetings with us listening to our vision and he made sure it was all perfect. we couldn’t possibly recommend this venue more. If you are looking for a naturally gorgeous venue that doesn’t need a lot of decorating, this is definitely it!! Just go see it, its amazing. We had about 100 guests and it was phenomenal. ❤️
Owners and staff at this venue are amazing. Venue itself is just absolutely beautiful and they were over the top helpful in creating our dream day!! Nothing but appreciation and gr...
atitude to Craig for helping our day go off without a hitch and making the best margaritas we are forever grateful!
We simply could not have asked for a more perfect experience! Everyone was so helpful and did everything they could to make our day special. Plus, The Palace is absolutely BEAUTIFU...
L! I cannot recommend this venue enough!
Unable to use the kitchen during set up due to one of the staff sitting at the counter on his computer. There was no room in the refrigerator for our cupcakes & cake. I’ve never ...
rented a venue before that doesn’t grant you access to the full kitchen, refrigerators and freezer. This place literally has one large trash can, hidden in the kitchen until someone (probably a guest) FINALLY moved it out so people had access to it & could throw their plates away. Who knew they had a security guard, which would be a nice touch if they weren’t so rude but I think they are there to strictly point out all the things the owners failed to tell you up front, then protect the owners from all the people they’ve angered throughout the evening. Even the caterer said they wouldn’t return to this venue. This place is stunningly beautiful but that is the ONLY positive thing about it.
My daughter and son-in-law were married here on 7-16-22. This venue was hands down the best choice we could've made. It's stunning inside and out. The inside is magical with the li...
ghts and decor. Craig and the staff were superior to work with. Their special day couldn't have been any more perfect.
My husband and I were married on 8/27/21 at The Palace Event Center and I cannot give enough stars to my review. This venue is GORGEOUS! Besides the physical beauty of the venue, t...
he owners, Penny and Craig, are remarkable. They were incredibly nice, thoughtful, professional, organized, were clear in their expectations for the health of their venue as well as open to hearing your expectations as a couple for your wedding day. The big day went off without a hitch and I felt that was a team effort between my husband and I, but also Penny and Craig. They truly helped to make our day so special. I would highly, highly recommend The Palace Event Center for your big day.
The Palace was the perfect venue for our day! We had the perfect amount of space for all of our guests and the style of the Palace barn fit my husband and me perfectly! Penny and C...
raig were helpful in preparing for the day and helping it flow smoothly, they were always so sweet and supportive! The bridal and groom suite areas were perfect for our crew as well, it helped keep everyone in the same building to be ready for pictures! They have put a lot of time and effort into the Palace to make it perfect for all couples on their special day, and they keep making additions to make it even better in the future. It was perfect, you just have to go see it to really feel the magic!
Our Daughter & Son in law got married here and I can’t recommend it enough!!!! To start with they were a couple that was effected by 2020 pandemic & The owners Penny & Craig were s...
o Generous & easy to work with on a new 2021 date!!
The Palace is a Great location on a hwy. Beautiful country views,outside Pergola & Breath taking dream venue !!! Owners also work with a lot of great vendors that they recommend to you.
Penny and Craig have turned this barn into one of the most beautiful venues! They go above and beyond for their couples and work so hard to make sure you have the most beautiful we...
dding. They were so amazing to work with and will go out of their way to make sure you have everything you need. I had guests raving all night long about how gorgeous the venue was.
The Palace Event Center is absolutely beautiful in every respect! My daughter and son-in-law loved having an outside wedding and the reception inside with tables also set up outsid...
e. Penny was gracious to answer a myriad of questions and made sure everything was set up just right. They were gracious throughout the entire process as well as the day of the wedding. They view each wedding as special and unique and appreciate each individual love story. Grateful for such a gorgeous venue so close to home.
Penny and Craig are the most amazing owners with the most beautiful wedding venue in Iowa!! They truly thought of every single detail to make your day a dream and I am so lucky we ...
were able to have our wedding at The Palace. I would recommend to anyone picking their venue to look no further!
We had a wonderful experience with the Palace Event Center! Craig and Penny went above and beyond our expectations. They are wonderful to work with and the Palace is beautiful. I ...
would highly recommend.
The palace was absolutely beautiful, penny and Craig were so easy to work with. From answering numerous emails quickly, to making sure we had the drinks we wanted. They arranged t...
he tables and chairs just the way, and the bathrooms were very clean. Would absolutely recommend any couple to rent this event center.
What an amazing place. Penny and Craig Buckingham were amazing to work with they did a great job with everything the palace is absolutely stunning and even the scenery around it wa...
s nice to have our ceremony and reception at the same place We had a unforgettable experience here and I would recommend this to anybody
Absolutely loved the Palace Event Center! The owners were sweet and beyond helpful! Will be recommending this place to all of our friends
Contact
33153 Highway 92, Treynor, IA
Palace Event Center