Wedding Venues in Columbia

1. Alpine Park and Gardens

Alpine Park and Gardens is a beautiful 42-acre forest preserve in Columbia, known as one of Missouri's most beautiful outdoor park and garden facilities. The full-service venue is a very popular site for weddings and receptions, offering amenities such as onsite wedding coordination services, a full floral shop, and in-house catering and beverage vendors. Couples can marry at the venue's lovely outdoor Alpine Amphitheater, which is located within the shade of century-old oak trees next to a picturesque waterfall.

Beautiful pockets of meadows, forests, and koi pond areas make for great wedding photography sites, including a recently-added nine acre Japanese-style botanical garden. All rentals include use of the facility's bridal suite with hair and makeup salon, photobooth and props, and children's play area.

Alpine Park and Gardens, 14341 N Proctor Rd, Columbia, MO 65202, Phone: 573-443-7106

2. The CBO Event Center

The CBO Event Center is a state-of-the-art event center in Columbia that was constructed in 2005 by the Columbia Benevolent Organization. The venue shares its space with the city's Columbia Elks Lodge, though it is operated as an independent special event venue hosting wedding ceremonies and receptions throughout the year.

Couples can make use of the facility's elegant ballroom space, which boasts high ceilings, designer flooring, and romantic ambient lighting. Up to 600 guests can be accommodated for standing receptions, with full bar service available in house to meet all couples' reception needs. Hosted and cash bar options are available, with rates varying depending on event length.

The CBO Event Center, 4747 E Elk Park Dr, Columbia, MO 65201, Phone: 573-219-0281

3. The Country Club of Missouri

The Country Club of Missouri is Columbia's only member-managed country club facility, established in 1971 and recently renovated in 2014 to add a spectacular 5,000-square-foot special event center. The club is home to a challenging championship golf course, a state-of-the-art tennis facility, a large seasonal pool, and beautiful event grounds, which can be rented for private special events throughout the year, including wedding ceremonies and receptions. Gorgeous hardwood floors are offered at the venue's event center, which features classic neutral decor and two built-in bars for reception beverage service. All wedding rentals include setup and cleanup, event planning services, and catering add-on package options for buffets, hors d'oeuvres receptions, and plated dinners.

The Country Club of Missouri, 1300 Woodrail Ave, Columbia, MO 65203, Phone: 573-449-7201

4. The Elm Street Ballroom

The Elm Street Ballroom is a beautiful special event venue located near the University of Missouri campus, offering gorgeous downtown special event spaces for wedding ceremonies and receptions throughout the year. The elegant event space features rustic decor and amenities such as a built-in dance floor and full-service bar, perfect for couples looking for space for larger, more elaborate wedding receptions. Signature catering is available onsite, including buffet, cocktail reception, and plated dinner options. All rentals include experienced event planner services, convenient onsite parking for guests, and use of the facility's linens, tables, and chairs. A cellar room can also accommodate up to 20 guests, offering an audiovisual system for rehearsal dinners.

The Elm Street Ballroom, 904 Elm St, Columbia, MO 65201, Phone: 573-874-3033

5. Hilton Garden Inn Columbia

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia is an intimate, relaxed hotel conveniently located near top Columbia-area attractions such as the University of Missouri campus and the Blue Note live entertainment venue.

The hotel is home to more than 12,000 square feet of event space, which can be customized depending on couples' wedding ceremony and reception capacity needs. Event coordinators are on hand to help couples plan every detail of their big day, from specialized menus to elegant decor options. All couples who celebrate their marriage at the hotel can take advantage of complimentary use of the hotel's banquet room spaces for rehearsal dinners. One night's stay at a whirlpool suite is also included in all rental packages, with complimentary breakfast served the following morning.

Hilton Garden Inn Columbia, 3300 Vandiver Dr, Columbia, MO 65202, Phone: 573-814-5464

6. Maplewood Barn Theatre

Maplewood Barn Theatre is a delightful performing arts center in Columbia's historic Nifong Park, originally constructed in the 19th century and rebuilt in 2012 following a fire two years earlier. Today, the barn serves as the home of the community theater company of the same name, offering a full slate of musical and drama performances throughout the year. The lovely barn venue can be rented for private special events during the theater's off season, including wedding ceremonies and receptions. It is an ideal venue for intimate wedding festivities, hosting up to 80 guests. All spaces within the barn are ADA accessible, including its grounds area, which features a stage for outdoor ceremony use. Tables and chairs are included with all event rentals and can be configured to meet couples' unique reception needs.

Maplewood Barn Theatre, 2900 E Nifong Blvd, Columbia, MO 65201, Phone: 573-227-2276

7. Murphy Lakes

Murphy Lakes is a fully-functional farmstead and ranch in Columbia that was originally established in 1875, offering multiple lodging and outdoor recreation options for modern visitors today. The farmstead showcases gorgeous landscaping throughout its property, including several rivers and lakes that make for great outdoor romantic wedding locations. Wedding parties of up to 300 can be accommodated at the venue, which offers amenities such as bride and groom dressing rooms and family-friendly restrooms. All wedding event rental packages include a variety of unique reception options, including a large built-in dance floor, in-house DJs, customizable light shows, and lakeside bonfire packages. Couples can also make use of indoor and outdoor games to entertain reception guests, ranging from horseshoes and cornhole to pool and ping-pong tables.

Murphy Lakes, 713 Lyon St, Columbia, MO 65201, Phone: 573-228-1120

8. Riechmann Indoor Pavilion

Riechmann Indoor Pavilion is a stunning special event pavilion in Columbia, located atop a hilltop overlooking beautiful Stephens Lake Park. The red cedar timber pavilion offers unparalleled views of the park's lake and landscaped grounds, making it a great choice for unique wedding photos. Couples can hold wedding ceremonies on the pavilion's beautiful grounds, which are home to several shaded lawn areas. Inside, the pavilion can accommodate up to 150 reception guests, showcasing decor elements such as high-vaulted ceilings strung with romantic pendant lights and large windows providing ample natural lighting. A prep kitchen within the pavilion is available for use by couples' catering service of choice. A dance floor can also be added to the venue's main room for an additional charge.

Riechmann Indoor Pavilion, 2300 E Walnut St, Columbia, MO 65201, Phone: 573-874-7460

9. Stoney Creek Hotel and Conference Center

Stoney Creek Hotel and Conference Center is a contemporary-style lodge in Columbia that can accommodate both large wedding receptions and intimate ceremonies, offering 10 different event spaces that can accommodate up to 400 wedding guests. The venue's beautiful ballrooms and banquet halls can be customized for all types of wedding events, ranging from ceremonies and receptions to rehearsal dinners and bridal showers. Onsite wedding coordinators work with couples to plan every detail of their special day, ranging from specialized menus crafted by local chefs to elegant decorations for chosen spaces. Bar options highlight offerings from local microbreweries. A preferred vendor list offers options for photobooths, lighting, and audiovisual equipment.

Stoney Creek Hotel and Conference Center, 18011 Bass Pro Dr, Independence, MO 64055, Phone: 816-908-9600