The Park Event Center

The Park Event Center is a versatile event complex in Waite Park, Minnesota, serving organisers planning weddings, corporate gatherings, conferences, meetings and social celebrations. Its modern ballroom and function spaces can be adapted for intimate meetings, training sessions, seminars, trade shows, formal dinners, fundraisers, concerts and large receptions.

The venue offers more than 15,000 square feet of ballroom space, supported by around 3,000 square feet of pre-function area. The main space can be arranged as one large ballroom or divided into seven separate meeting rooms. A range of layouts is available, including classroom, theatre, crescent, U-shape and boardroom configurations. Depending on the chosen arrangement, the venue can accommodate groups ranging from small gatherings to events for up to approximately 1,000 guests.

Event organisers can work with an on-site team for planning and coordination, with audio-visual equipment, event technology, room set-up and banquet staffing available. The venue also provides in-house catering through Mavericks Steak & Cocktails, with breakfast, lunch, dinner, buffet, plated meal, dessert, bar and reception options. Menus can be tailored to the style of the occasion and dietary requirements.

For weddings, the venue offers reception packages that may include menu tasting, tables and chairs, linens, china, staging, a dance floor, cake service, banquet staff and wedding coordination. Ceremony space can also be added. The connected Residence Inn by Marriott and Hilton Garden Inn provide convenient accommodation and room blocks, with enclosed walkways linking the hotels, event spaces and restaurant. On-site parking and a location near St Cloud make the complex practical for both local and visiting guests.