Hours: Mon-Sat 9-5 & Sundays 11-5 Closed Labor Day Weekend (Sat-Mon)
Welcome to Garten Marketplatz
We hope you fall in love with this place, not just because we love it here, but because you deserve to have the best day of your life on your wedding day. We want to help you make that dream a reality. Voted Best of the Best, 2023!
10 acre property 6 miles SW of Rochester, Minnesota on all paved roads. Pricing ↓
6 Wedding Locations
Large Front Garden
Being surrounded by beautiful flowers and greenery as you say "I DO" is breathtaking for you and your guests.
Under the "Big Tree"
This 100+ year old maple tree used to be 2 trees that grew together. Intertwine your branches and establish your roots as a new family.
Carriage House
Our Carriage House doubles as a wedding and reception location. Have it for one or both. Room for 150 + DJ, bar, and catering! (AC & heat)
Small Garden
Pergola Patio
If you're looking for a more intimate setting, the small gardens near the carriage house offer calming sounds of the fountain. We have a variety of gazebos & arches you can use (included).
Front Patio
Pergola Patio
Pergola Patio
This setting is for a smaller wedding as it comfortably holds approximately 50 seated guests. Located on the east side of the house, it is often sunny in the afternoon.
Pergola Patio
Pergola Patio
Pergola Patio
Our pergola patio is a multipurpose space available for the ceremony or lounging on our outdoor furniture. Our included light strands & rented heat towers/fire tables provide extra comfort into the night.
The Pergola Patio
Patio: Dinner
Patio: Dinner
Patio: Dinner
Having a small, intimate wedding? This patio makes for a gorgeous dinner location.
Patio: Dance
Patio: Dinner
Patio: Dinner
Have your special dances on the patio for an extra special touch before moving into the Carriage House for your reception.
Patio: Lounge
Patio: Dinner
Patio: Lounge
Use the patio for catching up with your guests. Located right off the carriage house so you won't miss a thing!
For those who love the outdoors:
The Carriage House seamlessly integrates with our beautiful gardens, peaceful country setting, and immense outdoor spaces. We have a large pergola patio space, garden paths, and expansive lawns that make this an outdoor paradise. Plus, no mosquitos!
The combination of modern and historic makes for a timeless space for entertaining. Our poured concrete floors and industrial pipe railing blend nicely with dark wood beams, leather Edison bulb chandeliers, and antiqued exposed brick pillars.
Wheelchair Accessibility:
The spaces in and around the carriage house are all wheelchair accessible.
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" Southern Minnesota has its fair share of wedding venues but finding ones with as much charm as Garten Marketplatz is a tall task. Most notably to us, as wedding photographers, is the attention to detail given by the owners and staff. The property is ever changing, ever evolving and is a new and prettier place every time we photograph here. Such a wonderful space for a wedding day. Highly recommend!"
-Scott *Midwest Life Shots Photography
How it goes...
Catering
Day-of Coordinator
Catering
Hire your favorite licensed caterer OR go the food truck route for a more laid-back feel.
Drinks
Day-of Coordinator
Catering
Hire your favorite licensed bar service to provide drinks all the way up until 11:00 pm.
Timeline
Day-of Coordinator
Day-of Coordinator
You get 2 free hours for a rehearsal the day before. Or rent the whole weekend for only $1,000 more!
Day-of Coordinator
Day-of Coordinator
Day-of Coordinator
You will be provided a site coordinator for the day of your event to make sure the venue side of things runs smoothly.
Absolutely wonderful place to have a wedding. Beautiful setting and amazing staff. The large grounds and landscaping create many picturesque backdrops. Staff were so very helpful and accommodating. Highly highly recommend them.
- William
Add-Ons
When Available
Day-before Setup
$750
If you don't want to leave all the big important stuff for the morning-of when all the important stuff is happening, come and set up the day before. You will get 4 hours of setup time.
($1,600 Value)
Day-after Teardown
$750
Enjoy your wedding night and come back the next day for teardown between 11am-5pm. You will have 4 hours to clear all decorations and pick up vehicles. Have brunch & your gift opening, too!
($1,600 Value)
Full Weekend (most popular)
$1,000
Day-before Setup + Day-after Teardown. Includes 8 hours that can be divided between the day-before and the day-after however you prefer.
($3,200 Value)
Patio Heaters
$200
When the weather gets crisp and chilly, continue to enjoy the evening with patio heaters & fire tables warming up the space.
Campfire Service
$200
We do it all. From chopping the firewood to lighting, feeding, and putting it out, you and your guests won't have to do a thing.
Holiday Weekends
$1,500
For a holiday weekend, add an additional $1,500.