A bride and groom celebrating at the altar in The Glen

Weddings · June 1 to October 15

Married under the cottonwoods.

A ceremony in the meadow, cocktails by the fire, dinner under market lights and a sparkler send-off, all on one property.

Guests seated in The Glen under cottonwood trees

The cathedral window frames at the altar

The ceremony

The Glen

A dedicated ceremony meadow below the main venue. A single lane winds through native grasses to shaded seating under a grove of cottonwoods, an oversized flagstone aisle, and an altar framed by handcrafted cathedral windows.

Up to 200 guests seated, on either side of the aisle
Shade from the cottonwood grove in the afternoon
Carriage, hay wagon or a short walk down the lane

The reception

Pavilion, patio & hearth

The barn-style Pavilion opens onto a custom-built patio with a grand stone fireplace, a pergola and a checkerboard dance floor. Market lights run above it all and can continue over the events lawn as a dining canopy, or the lawn takes a tent.

Up to 200 for dinner in the Pavilion or a 40′ × 60′ tent
Cocktails and dancing by the fire on the Grand Patio
Bridal Suite, Groom’s Retreat and a VIP lounge

Your ten hours

The day, at a glance.

See it with photos

2:00 pmGetting readyBridal Suite & Groom’s Retreat
The day starts indoors: a bright bridal suite for the bride and her party, a groom’s retreat with a bar and a billiards table for the guys.
4:30 pmDown to The GlenThe lane and the meadow
Guests ride a carriage or hay wagon down the single lane, or walk the path through native grasses to the meadow below the venue.
5:00 pmThe ceremonyThe Glen
Seats in the shade of the cottonwood grove, a flagstone aisle, and the twelve-foot cathedral windows an Amish craftsman built for the altar.
5:45 pmCocktails by the hearthGrand Patio
Back up the hill to the pergola-covered patio and the grand stone fireplace while the photographer takes you out into the prairie light.
7:00 pmDinner under the lightsPavilion & Events Lawn
Dinner in the barn-style pavilion or a tent on the events lawn, under market lights strung all the way across.
8:30 pmDancingThe checkerboard patio
The stone checkerboard dance floor, the fire glowing at the far end, and the stars above the plains.
11:00 pmThe send-offThe stone staircase
Family and friends line the sweeping steps with sparklers to see you off.

The wedding package

What’s included.

One package, the whole property: in season, $6,500 to $9,500 on Fridays and Saturdays and $6,000 to $9,000 on Sundays for 100 to 200 guests (guide, 2022 sales kit).

Estimate your day

10-hour rental with six hours of event time
Event tables and chairs
Engagement photo session on the property
Bridal Suite and Groom’s Retreat
The Glen, Grand Patio, fireplace and Events Lawn
Market lights, uplighting and the VIP lounge
Complimentary parking
On-site coordination with your planner

Good to know

A professional planner is required, day-of or full service. Bring your own, or ask us for a referral.
Food, bar and rentals come from our preferred partners; every other vendor is your choice.
Engagement photo session on the property, booked with your photographer.

Real weddings

Brianna & Dakota, the first.

The wedding Cottonwood Glen was built for, in July 2015: ferns and florals in The Glen, dinner on the tented lawn, sparklers on the stone steps. Photographed by Brumley & Wells.

Their wedding on The Knot

Guests in The Glen watching the bride walk the flagstone aisle

Questions

Before you call.

All questions and policies

How many guests can Cottonwood Glen hold?

Up to 200 guests for a seated ceremony in The Glen and up to 200 for dinner in the Pavilion or a tent on the lawn. The Grand Patio holds 250 standing for cocktails.

When is wedding season?

June 1 to October 15. Other celebrations, corporate days and fundraisers are welcome all year, with up to 75 guests outside the season.

What does a wedding package include?

A 10-hour rental with six hours of event time, tables and chairs, the Bridal Suite and Groom’s Retreat, The Glen, Grand Patio, fireplace and Events Lawn, market lights, parking, the VIP area, on-site coordination and an engagement photo session.

Can we bring our own caterer or bar?

Food, beverage and rentals come from our preferred partners, who all specialise in off-site catering. Peak Beverage runs the bar with trained, uniformed bartenders. Photographers, florists, music and every other vendor are your choice.

Do we need a wedding planner?

Yes. A professional planner is required for day-of coordination or full service. Bring your own, or we can refer you.

How do we hold a date?

After a short introduction we send a proposal. If it fits, we tour together and hold the date for up to seven days. A signed contract and a 50% deposit secure it (some dates need a higher deposit).

What if it rains?

The Pavilion is covered, the pergola shades part of the patio, and the lawn takes a tent. Your planner and our team agree a weather plan with you before the day.

How do guests get from the venue to The Glen?

A single lane runs down to the meadow, so guests can walk the path or ride a carriage, hay wagon or other vehicle. Ask us about the current transport options.

Visit

Come and see it at golden hour.

Tours take about 40 minutes, Tuesday to Sunday. Pick a time online and we meet you by the pavilion.