Whether your wedding is large or small, formal or casual, St. Olaf offers lovely venues and services to help make it memorable.

During the summer and academic holidays, you may choose a traditional setting in Boe Memorial Chapel, with its magnificent stained glass windows and organ.  Other wedding venues — including the elegantly appointed Urness Recital Hall and Studio A — have wider availability. Our picturesque hilltop setting — with gardens, courtyard and memorial chime tower — is ideal for outdoor weddings and receptions.

At St. Olaf you are free to select your own celebrants, musicians and florist.

Rooms for Receptions, Dinners, Showers, Brunches

Buntrock Commons, connected to Boe Memorial Chapel by enclosed walkway, has several attractive venues for wedding-related events. The Black and Gold Ballroom is a lovely space for your rehearsal dinner, reception, dinner or dance. These adjustable rooms comfortably accommodate 40 to 400 guests. The elegant Valhalla and Trollhaugen rooms seat 96 and 112, respectively. When combined, they seat up to 200 guests.

Custom Catering by Bon Appétit

Whether you want an elegant, served meal or a casual buffet, the Bon Appétit catering manager will work with you to create a menu that reflects your style and budget.
Bon Appétit can take care of all your wedding-related events:

• bridal shower
• rehearsal dinner
• lunch or snacks for the wedding party
• reception
• post-wedding gift opening or family brunch

For the comfort and safety of your guests, no alcoholic beverages are permitted on campus. Bon Appétit offers fine non-alcoholic wines and beers, including sparkling wines suitable for toasting. Samples are available on request.

Anniversaries, Recognition Events, Parties, Showers, Luncheons

Whatever your event, St. Olaf and Bon Appétit are prepared to meet your needs.

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