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The crown jewel of Minneapolis' thriving Dinkytown district, the Varsity Theater is one of the most exciting wedding venues in the Midwest. Schedule a tour with Sandy today!
Located in the heart of Minneapolis, MN, The Varsity Theater is a distinctive and stylish venue to host your wedding. This visually stunning event space has vibrant colored lights and unique baroque decor. Impress your guests with this inviting space featuring multiple floors for you to tailor to your needs.
Whether planning an intimate gathering or a grand event of up to 750 guests, The Varsity Theater’s imaginative atmosphere lets you enjoy a one-of-a-kind celebration. The unique aesthetic of this venue is perfect if you are looking for something different as each of its spaces is embellished with beautiful furnishings. From wedding showers to rehearsal dinners to the main event, you can make the stage your own and say ‘I Do’ where legendary artists have performed. Mood lighting and impeccable acoustics make the main room ideal for a spectacular night of song and dance. Here, you and your guests can enjoy a sophisticated banquet-style meal beneath candelabras and a twinkle-lit ceiling. The on-site catering team will work with you to create a menu tailored to your tastes. The award-winning restroom where guests can remain part of the party and even order a drink from the bar is a unique feature of this venue. The plush seating and cozy exposed brick walls throughout the building will help you and your guests feel at home as you celebrate your special day.
The events team at The Varsity Theater works closely with you to organize your wedding, helping you set the venue to your liking for the ceremony and reception. You can use this space more than once by hosting your wedding shower, rehearsal dinner, post-wedding brunch, and the main event. The planning team can help you find event decor, evening entertainment, and state-of-the-art lighting and sound, and they provide on-site coordination so that the day runs smoothly.
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Starting prices
Reception
$5,500
Reception
$5,500
Ceremony
$1,500
Bar services
$12 per person
Catering
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- Couples usually spend $12,000
- Starting prices don't include service fees, taxes, gratuity, and rental fees.
- Guest count and seasonality may also affect prices. Peak season for this venue is May-Oct.
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Amenities
Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Guest Capacity
Up to 250
Settings
Ballroom
Historic Venue
Industrial & Warehouse
Restaurant
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Cakes & Desserts
Food & Catering
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5.0
out of 5.04 reviews
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Stephanie M
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5.0
7/15/2022
The Varsity Theater was so so so so amazing!! We are so happy we had our reception here. The atmosphere is so unique and romantic. All of our guests were in awe at the venue and had an absolute blast. The venue is already set up for concerts/shows so the DJ/light techs, etc could really make it feel like a party! Sandy was amazing to work with - she thought of everything and helped make the night go smoothly. I would 10/10 recommend! It is literally the most unique venue around and it is pretty affordable.
Alex "StarF" A
5.0
6/29/2024
From the moment we started wedding planning we knew that we wanted to have our reception at Varsity Theater. As a venue we were already fond of for its live shows, we knew it was going to be an absolute blast, and we were right!
From the moment we started the process of making our dream wedding happen and getting into contact with Varsity it was a great experience. We worked with Sandy, and then later our main contact became Alison, and both were amazing to work with, super helpful, and very quick to answer any questions we had along the way!
The night of the reception was absolutely perfect. If you've been to the venue you know it's already a beautiful room, and having it for our reception made for a magical night. Their bartenders even helped us come up with signature cocktails for the night which were a hit!
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Anna M
5.0
1/16/2023
Beautiful venue and great customer service from Sandy and her entire team. We had a ton of comments from our guests on how beautiful the space was, especially the bathrooms. Our day went very smoothly and we were super pleased with everything the Varsity did to make our wedding event successful.
Alissa C
5.0
9/25/2019
My wedding at Varsity Theater was truly something magical. They minimized the planning stress by providing a coordinator who supported my partner and I throughout the process and worked behind the scenes to ensure that everything went smoothly the day of. Elise and the entire team at Varsity, including the bartenders, did an absolutely phenomenal job at creating an unforgettable experience and we are deeply grateful!
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