LGBTQ+ Welcoming Wedding Venues in Southern Minnesota — Celebrate Without Compromise
- Ryan Ernster

- May 15
- 2 min read
Your wedding day should feel like a celebration, not a negotiation. For LGBTQ+ couples, finding a venue where you are genuinely welcomed — not just accommodated — makes a meaningful difference in how your wedding day feels from the moment you walk in the door.
The 3 Ten Event Venue in Faribault, MN is proud to be a fully inclusive, LGBTQ+ affirming wedding venue. We've hosted same-sex weddings, non-binary couples, queer families, and celebrations of all kinds — and we treat every couple with the same warmth, enthusiasm, and professionalism.
What 'Welcoming' Actually Means to Us
We're not just checking a box. Being LGBTQ+ welcoming at The 3 Ten means:
Inclusive language throughout all our communications and contracts
Staff who are trained and genuinely affirming
No assumptions about roles, attire, or ceremony structure
The same pricing, packages, and amenities for every couple
A team that celebrates your relationship exactly as it is
Two Stunning Spaces for Your Celebration
The 3 Ten offers two completely independent event spaces — and you can rent one or both for your event:
The 3 Ten Ballroom seats up to 430 guests and features original 1895 pressed tin ceilings, crystal chandeliers, hardwood floors, exposed brick and stone, and a custom handcrafted bar. It's a dramatic, historic space that photographs beautifully.
The 3 Ten Rooftop Loft offers 150 seats for a dinner reception or 350+ for a cocktail-style event, with a 1,700 sq ft open-air rooftop patio and panoramic views of the city and surrounding valley.
Located in Southern Minnesota — Accessible from Everywhere
The 3 Ten is located in downtown Faribault, about 40 minutes south of Minneapolis and St. Paul, 45 minutes from Rochester, and accessible from Owatonna, Mankato, and the entire southern Minnesota region.
For couples coming from the Twin Cities metro, Faribault offers a beautiful destination feel without destination travel. For couples from greater Minnesota, Faribault is a natural gathering point.
Open Vendor Policy — Hire LGBTQ+-Affirming Vendors
Our fully open vendor policy means you can build your vendor team entirely from LGBTQ+-affirming businesses. From caterers to photographers to officiants, you choose who is part of your day — we'll never restrict you to a preferred list.
Pricing That's Fair and Transparent
Base rentals at The 3 Ten start at $3,295 all-inclusive — with chairs, tables, LED downlighting, bartender, setup, teardown, and both getting-ready suites included at no extra charge. There are no surprises in our pricing, and every couple gets the same straightforward, transparent quote.
Let's Talk About Your Wedding
We'd love to learn about your vision and show you what The 3 Ten can be for your celebration. Schedule a private tour or request our free pricing guide at 3teneventvenue.com.
Every couple deserves a venue that's excited to host their wedding. We genuinely are.

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