Is my date available?

Reach out for availability! Let us know your ideal date(s). Dates are first-come, first-serve. Our event coordinators are happy to let you know what is available and help you reserve your special day.

When can I come in for a tour?

We would love to show you around. We host tours by appointment. Visit our appointment calendar link to schedule a tour.

How much does it cost?

Rates vary depending on the date, season, and scope of the event. Rental rates vary. Petite wedding rentals begin at $2900 (7 hours). Full wedding rentals (12-16 hours) range from $3500-7800. For pricing information, please submit an inquiry with your desired date and details about your event. Feel free to include any questions in your message!

Can we also have our ceremony on-site?

Yes! Our outdoor veranda is a beautiful option for ceremonies, seating up to 120 guests on the veranda plus 120 guests on the lawn. Additionally, the ballroom can seat up to 250 for ceremonies indoors. Couples love the option of having the ceremony on-site because it makes logistics easier for everyone.

Do you have a food & beverage minimum?

There are no food and beverage minimums, which helps us work with your budget and vision! To see vendors we partner with to provide food and beverage service, click here.

What sets The Charleston Event Center apart?

Great question! A few key factors that set us apart:

• Our mansion has southern charm with midwest flair. Guests will feel the southern style and hospitality paired with the Minnesota seasons and niceties.

• Couples love the indoor-outdoor event flow from start to finish.

• We have all of the elements that you and your photographer will love for keepsake photos: a shady backyard, grand trees, a private pond, a dock, a boat, a swing, exposed brick, French doors, white pillars, indoor and outdoor staircases, etc.

• We have several complimentary amenities in-house from ceremony to centerpiece decor.

• The price is all-inclusive, which means it is one flat rate for everything included. No taxes, no gratuities, no added fees or unpleasant surprises.

• We are conveniently located right off the freeway just 20 minutes from Minneapolis and 20 minutes from Stillwater with free, private on-site parking.

• We partner with Great Day Events to manage everything from tours to event days. You have the opportunity to boost your package to include a built-in day-of coordinator. With years of experience in the industry, their extensive background with planning and executing events in a variety of settings and styles is a real game-changer. They will be a key factor in helping you execute your vision while keeping your event stress-free.