“Love makes all things easy” 
                            -Dwight Moody

Congratulations on your engagement!
The La Crescent Area Event Center is the perfect venue for your most special day, and our dedicated team not only has an eye for detail, but passion to make it as memorable as it should be!
Nestled in the South East corner of Minnesota, neighboring Wisconsin and Iowa, located right off of I-90, and only a five minute drive from Downtown La Crosse, your big day will be accessible and convenient for both local and out of town guests.
With the Best Western Plus Hotel and Swing Bridge Pub onsite and plenty of free parking, you and your guests will enjoy the true convenience of a
​one-stop-shop experience!

Photo by: Savannah Steiger Photography

A few unique accommodations that we offer: the convenience of a one-stop-shop for a bridal shower, rehearsal dinner, ceremony, getting ready room, reception and gift opening room. Receive a discounted Room Block at the adjacent Best Western Plus Hotel for your guests to stay the night without having to drive.
Additionally, we offer a complimentary suite the night of for the two of you to share, access to a public park (perfect for an outdoor ceremony), as well as our spacious outdoor patio.
Our Grand Ballroom is gorgeous; the perfect space for an indoor ceremony, and can hold up to 380 guests for your reception.

PACKAGES

BASE PACKAGE

• Banquet tables and Champagne colored chairs
  
• Grand Ballroom set up and take down
  
• Linen tablecloths and skirting
  
• Linen napkins with basic fold options
  
• China plates, glassware, and stainless steel flatware
  
• Staff through the duration of the event
  
• An Event Coordinator to assist you through the entire process
  
• Discounted Room Block through the Best Western Plus Hotel
  
• Complimentary Suite the night of for the bride and groom
  
• Access to a detailed list of preferred and approved vendors
  

PREMIUM PACKAGE

• Includes the complete Base package plus:
• Double draping on Banquet Round tables
• Premium linen napkin fold options
• Centerpiece Hardware (three tiered cylinders per table with floating candles)
• Access to all state-of-the-art AV (three drop-down screen projectors perfect for a slideshow, bluetooth pairing, wireless microphones and more!)
• Day of getting ready room for Bridal Party with pastries and a Mimosa Bar for up to 15 guests
• Gift opening room the following morning
• Champagne Toast for up to 30 guests

​COMPLETE WEDDING PACKAGE

• This package includes everything in the base and premium packages plus:
• A Bridal Shower in one of our gorgeous rooms
• A Rehearsal Dinner in our intimate and beautiful Legion Room
• Guaranteed access to the Grand Ballroom from Friday-Saturday

*based on availability

FOOD AND BEVERAGES

• 10+ Approved Caterers to choose from
  
• China plates, glassware and stainless steel flatware
  
• Cake and desserts are allowed through licensed bakeries
  
• Portable cash or hosted bar available through Swing Bridge Pub
  

Photo by: Savannah Steiger Photography

LOGISTICS

• A 15% service fee is added to your food and beverage charges
  
• Event Liability Insurance is required and can be purchased through the LAEC or your personal carrier
  
• To secure your date, we require a $500.00 non-refundable deposit that will go toward your final invoice
  
• Final guest count is due two weeks prior to your big day
  
• A major credit card must be provided at our 30-Day meeting
  
• You will work with our Event Coordinator from beginning to end to make sure your vision comes to life!
  

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