The Essence Event Center is located in St. Paul, Minnesota just minutes from downtown. Paul, MN.
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The historic blacksmith building built in 1885, is now revitalized as a stunning event center. Built in 1895, the Essence Event Center is part of the ever evolving Bandana Square area in St. With timeless character and state of the art technology, The Essence Event Center accommodates the most intimate gatherings to the grandest of parties.
Summer is in full swing but we are already working on our fall bar orders. The Smoky Blackberry Manhattan is looking like the cold weather cocktail of choice this year.
A collaboration cocktail we made with one of our clients, this Manhattan is packed with the signature smoked peaty flavors of scotch but finishes with the dark sweetness of blackberries and black currants.
That golden hour on fire.
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For the love of Bridgerton, give us fluffy full floral ceremony arches with matching aisle pieces and we will be swooning.
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Iconic. 🥂
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Summer vibes only.
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A Quinceanera celebration with lush greens and glittering golds. Felices quince anos Ariel!
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Two wedding ceremonies, two sets of traditions, but most importantly like all weddings, two lives brought together.
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Exquisite atmosphere accompanied a four course meal and wine pairing to support auction and fundraiser event.
When vendors work together for a cause so close to our hearts, you know it’s going to be an unforgettable event!
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That aisle walk, never goes out of style. 🥂
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Let’s make plans!
July Open Doors is just around the corner. One night a month we open The Essence Event Center to give you a little more time on-site! It’s the perfect opportunity to ask questions, bring your planner or show the squad your wedding venue!
Open to all and no RSVP needed!
Vendors feel free to swing by and say hi!
Champagne and cocktail sampling will be provided.
Ceremony inspiration by and photobooth fun by .mn
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When rainy wedding days only make the candles sparkle brighter. 🥂
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Ethereal.
Just add the string quartet and we are swept away. 🤍
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Wedding day secrets 🤍
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Your 2025 January, February or March wedding just got a lil’ more sparkle! New bookings will be toasting their newlywed status on us. 🥂
Wedding morning captures in black and white. 🤍
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Ceremony flower meadow? Always a yes.
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Here for the dresses, here for the color, here for the texture. Just, all of it. 🎀
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Without question, Aperol is the reigning Queen of Summer! BUT if a spritz isn’t your thing, an Aperol Margarita might just have that extra zing you are looking for. Cheers! 🍊
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Let’s go vertical! We love when an installation is not only a beautiful adornment, but can give you multiple wedding day uses.
Es**rt card display, portrait backdrop and lighting elements are all wrapped up in one.
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That newlywed walk 🥂
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June Open Doors is almost here! The perfect opportunity to spend a little more time onsite - ask questions - show your wedding squad the space.
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Tuesday, June 11 | 4-7pm
See you soon!
Just installed! New mechanics over the ceremony windows. Oh-so-dreamy waterfall draping is now possible with the help of our vendor friends. 🤍
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Springtime harvest style tables… make our hearts flutter. 🤍
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Gorgeous maids (and man) all in a row. Plus bridal perfection.
It’s wedding season, which is always our happy season.
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Summer is just kicking off and so is the Lavender Haze Lemonade. A light summer sip that can be made as a signature cocktail or mocktail.
How it’s done: vodka base with lavender and honey syrup, sparkling lemonade and garnished with a lemon wheel and dried lavender.
The most refreshing spring sip has just landed.
The perfectly balanced Princess Sofia, made with Aperol, Four Roses Bourbon, Italian Amaro, grapefruit juice and aromatic rosemary.
Cheers!
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The Essence Event Center Bar
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1217 Bandana Boulevard
Saint Paul, MN
55108
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When rainy wedding days only make the candles sparkle brighter. 🥂 … Venue & Bar: @theessencemn Decor: @schreierdezininterior Floral: Kyra Ludwigdon HMUA: @ladyvampartistry Installations: @phosevents Photographer: @malleykraftphotography Caterer: @decocatering Band: @bluewaterkingsband Gown: @aandbe_mpls
