Five Reasons to Get Married in Perham, Minnesota

Sponsored by Perham Area Chamber of Commerce

Congratulations on your engagement! What’s the next step? When planning your dream celebration for your special day, we invite you to explore the possibilities in Perham, Minnesota.

Why consider a destination wedding in west central Minnesota’s lake country? There are many reasons to choose Perham as your Lakes Wedding Destination, but we’ve narrowed it down to our top five. So grab your wedding binder and let’s Discover Perham!

1. Lakes, Lakes, Lakes
Imagine having your wedding in the peaceful surroundings of Minnesota lakes country. Perham is surrounded by 1048 lakes in Otter Tail County! If you’re into nature, this reason alone is enough to make Perham the setting for your special day.

2. Small-Town Allure
The unique specialty shops, eateries, resorts, International Turtle Races, and tons of indoor and outdoor activities are just a bit of the small-town allure that makes Perham special. These are also a few of the reasons why Perham, Minnesota was selected as One of Smithsonian’s Best Small Towns to visit in 2018!

(Your guests will love the Perham lakes area!)

3. Unique Venues
Whether you’re looking for a lake-side view, a small, private ceremony among the pines, or a space with seating for up to 475 guests, you’ll find the perfect wedding venues in the Perham area. You'll find outdoor and indoor options for any time of year, with all the modern amenities needed for your dream wedding ceremony.

4. Amenities & Activities
Your wedding guests will love experiencing the Perham lakes area for leisure, adventure, or fun. They’ll enjoy taking advantage of some last-minute relaxation at salons and spas, entertaining themselves at the area golf courses, enjoying the scenery, or dining in one of the many restaurants or pubs. There are also a plethora of professional photographers, florists, caterers, and more to help you make your special day a memorable one.Though located in the heart of Minnesota’s lake country, Perham, Minnesota is easy to find. It is just a 66 mile drive from Fargo, North Dakota on US Hwy 10, or about 180 miles northwest of Minnesota’s Twin Cities area. More than 3,000 people call Perham home and they are happy to share it with you.