Nicollet Island Pavilion

40 Power St, Minneapolis, MN
1,000 Capacity
$10,700 to $30,000 / Wedding
Nicollet Island Pavilion is a full-service historic event venue located at 40 Power Street on Nicollet Island in Minneapolis, Minnesota — steps from the Mississippi River and a short drive from downtown hotels, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, and the city's most vibrant neighborhoods. Originally constructed in 1893, the building's distinctive brick exterior, soaring ceilings, and architectural details provide a rare blend of historic character and event-ready infrastructure. The venue is managed and catered exclusively by Mintahoe Catering & Events, a full-service, family-owned Minneapolis catering company. CAPACITY & SPACES Main ballroom: 95–525 guests (seated); configurable to create more intimate settings Three-season tent: 50–125 guests (seated) Mingling/reception capacity: 1,000+ Additional outdoor spaces: lush lawn, shaded walkout patio VENUE AMENITIES Full on-site commercial kitchen | 140 on-site parking spaces (complimentary) | Full ADA accessibility | Private getting-ready suite (River Room) with 4 makeup stations | Artisan built-in bar | Cafe string lighting, chandeliers, and LED downlighting | Configurable wooden dance floor | Professional indoor sound system, 4 wireless microphones, 2 large projector screens, TV monitor | Tables, chairs, easels, and votives included CATERING & SERVICE Mintahoe provides exclusive full-service catering including custom menu development, linens, china, glassware, flatware, professional servers, event captain, and bartending staff (1 per 100 guests). PLANNING SUPPORT Each wedding includes access to a venue manager, a dedicated day-of coordinator, rehearsal and ceremony coordination, floorplan design, tasting experience, and a final walk-through meeting.

Event Pricing

Corporate & Social Events
$8,000 - $17,500 per event
Weddings
1,000 people max
$10,700 - $30,000 per event

Event Spaces

Nicollet Island Pavilion Ballroom
Nicollet Island Pavilion Ballroom
Ballroom
5,000 Capacity

Additional Info

Neighborhood
Venue Types
Amenities
  • ADA/ACA Accessible
  • Fully Equipped Kitchen
  • On-Site Catering Service
  • Outdoor Function Area
  • Valet Parking
  • Waterfront
  • Waterview
  • Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi
Features
  • Max Number of People for an Event: 1000
  • Total Meeting Room Space (Square Feet): 10,000