Vendor Spotlight - FIVE Event Center

Five Event Center is located in the heart of Uptown, just off of Bryant Avenue South. Although I haven't yet had the opportunity to do a wedding here I did go to see this space because it is definitely a unique location for weddings and special events.

Five was formerly the 5th Precinct Police Station in Uptown Minneapolis. As you can imagine, it blends old world architecture with contemporary and sophisticated decor. It boasts rich colors, sleek stainless steel features, bold textures and unbelievably romantic ambiance. Anyone that appreciates exposed brick and hardwood floors would feel very comfortable here.


When you first enter Five, you are invited by an intimate bar with rich plum hues, a fantastic staircase perfect for pictures and really great bathrooms. Yes, I said really great bathrooms! It isn't often that you find a space where one of the celebrated features is the luxury loo. This is something to brag about, your guests will definitely appreciate the atmosphere throughout the space...in every nook and cranny.

As you head upstairs, you are greeted by a retro cool light fixture that is the perfect backdrop for pictures. Once you reach the 2nd level you are greeted with another stunning room. There are great spaces for an escort card table, cake table and entertainment set up. In addition, there is a service bar on the second level as well. The tables and chairs are so beautiful that you wouldn't need to have linens to have an effective event but with such great colors it would be so much fun to work with colorful linens.

Another great feature about Five is that you can hire any licensed caterer for your wedding. They do have a preferred vendor list but if you do want to work with your own caterer that is an option as well. They also have an i-pod capable system so you could have your i-pod play during your cocktail reception and offer a DJ or live entertainment for the dance!

Five can 200 for a seated dinner and 375 fora cocktail reception. They also have the option of hosting your ceremony there. The 2nd level is perfect for ceremonies, then after the wedding guests go downstairs for cocktail hour while the upstairs is transformed into a reception space. Parking is also included with a valet.

I was very impressed with this venue and would recommend it to any bride that wants to mix the traditional with the modern to create a truly unique wedding. For more information contact them at 612-827-5555 or email five@fiveeventcenter.com. To check out photos of previous events visit the website at www.fiveeventcenter.com.



PHOTO CREDITS: Matthew Blum Photography