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Leopold's Mississippi Gardens
4.8 ★★★★★ 294 Google reviews · Garden wedding venue in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Riverside event venue with a deck, an outdoor swing set and a fire pit, for weddings and other gatherings.
Plan your tour
- Phone (612) 253-0255
- Website leopoldsmn.com — most venues book tours right on their site
The setting
“The venue itself is stunning, with breathtaking views of the Mississippi River that made for unforgettable photos and a magical atmosphere.”
Amenities couples mention
“Jordan graciously transported the several guests in wheelchairs up and down the hill to the ceremony site.”
“Jordan graciously transported the several guests in wheelchairs up and down the hill to the ceremony site.”
What couples say again and again
“The venue itself is stunning, with breathtaking views of the Mississippi River that made for unforgettable photos and a magical atmosphere.”
“The staff goes above and beyond to make sure their couples are taken care of, which helps the day run smoothly and makes such a difference for photos, too.”
“Erin, Jaimie, Jordan and all the staff were so organized and it made the day absolutely stress free.”
“I did not have a wedding planner, Erin was my day of coordinator and she communicated with my promptly about every single detail for months.”
“The Mississippi River provides such a scenic backdrop which made our ceremony surreal.”
From the reviews
We cannot speak highly enough of Leopold's! Erin, Jaimie, Jordan and all the staff were so organized and it made the day absolutely stress free. Jamie and Erin completely handled the organization of the bridal party for the ceremony and truly acted as "day of coordinators".
We chose the Labor Day weekend at this beautiful venue. This was the first venue I saw when we started looking and I knew this would be the last one. The moment you step on those grounds, you fall in love with every corner. What makes it even better is the warmth that Jamie, Jordan and Erin provide from the get go.
If I could give more than 5 stars. I would, without hesitation. Leopolds has made our wedding the absolute perfection we always dreamed of. First, I want to talk about Mataya. We had a Jewish wedding, which contains some traditions that are not seen often.
Leopold's Mississippi Gardens is an absolute dream wedding venue! We had our wedding here on 7.15.22 and we cannot speak more highly of it. Erin, Jamie, Jordan and the entire staff were truly amazing to work with. It is clear that they put their all into this family business.
Getting married at Leopold's Mississippi Gardens
Leopold's Mississippi Gardens comes up for weddings — confirmed on their own site. Two things make the tour worth it. First, see the garden at the time of day and season you'd actually get married — a garden that glows at golden hour in June can look very different at noon in March, so ask what's in bloom for your date and walk the path your guests take from parking to ceremony to reception. Second, bring your real questions: the rain plan (where does the ceremony move, and does it hold everyone?), shade and bugs for a summer afternoon, the catering and bar policy, the music curfew, and exactly what's included — tables, chairs, setup, and teardown are where quotes quietly diverge. Popular garden dates book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what's open in your season before you leave.
Corporate events & private parties at Leopold's Mississippi Gardens
Reviews and the venue's own info mention corporate events, retreats, or private parties at Leopold's Mississippi Gardens — garden venues often have real weekday availability since weddings claim the weekends. A quick call answers the three things that matter: weekday and off-season rates, whether the space works for your headcount and A/V needs, and what catering is allowed. If your event lands on a Friday or Saturday in wedding season, ask early.
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