The parking lot is connected to the main entry will ample lighting. Walkways will guide you to the entrance of the venue where you will continue on to the ceremony. We have parking to accommodate up to 100 vehicles. What is special about our country wedding venue is that we have both indoor and outdoor ceremony options. In case of rain, we will utilize one level of the barn for the ceremony and the other level for the reception.

The Barn at Ballard Creek is located 10 miles south of Mankato on County Road 16. We suggest you use "The Barn at Ballard Creek" for your GPS search rather than the street address. Some mapping programs are incorrect and we want you and your guests to arrive at our wedding venue without any problems. Please use the business entrance marked by our white business sign.

THE BARN AT BALLARD CREEK

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We don't have any hidden fees and offer monthly payment options. Ask us what other great items are included in our rental!

NO HIDDEN FEES

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We allow fur babies on the property on leash and kindly ask they are picked up after. They definitely make the cutest ring bearers!

PET FRIENDLY

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Your guests will most likely choose one of Mankato's hotels for their weekend stay. We will give you a list of great options!

LODGING

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Yes! With a full day rental, we will provide active military members with a $500 discount. We thank you for your service!

MILITARY DISCOUNT

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The day prior to your event you may begin decorations as early as 3pm and conclude by 7pm. Your ceremony space and reception tables will be set with linens and ready to go!

We are happy to help coordinate shuttle services for your wedding! We have two designated smoking areas for you and your guests.

Yes. We provide round 5' tables as well as rectangular tables and stunning farmhouse tables for the head table. We also have a variety of whiskey barrels, wooden spools and wooden benches for you and your guests to enjoy throughout your event.