Minnesota has more than 10,000 lakes—including one so superb it’s been dubbed “Superior.” We’re known as the land of sky-blue waters. Not only that, we can also boast of being the birthplace of the father of waters: the mighty Mississippi River. And with an estimated 127,000 cabin owners, most of whom have a lake connected to their property in some way, we are indeed a land of aquaphiles.
So, it stands to reason that for many couples, a fitting way to wed is on the water. Options abound for ceremonies intimate or elaborate on boats large and small, on lakes and rivers around our state.
While each boat company differs in the number, size and style of vessels they own, many basic services are similar. Most major companies provide a planner to help with set-up and customizing event details, and many provide catering and bar service as part of their packages. Couples can choose the entire slate of activities aboard—ceremony, cocktail party, dinner and dancing—or host just one of the big day’s events. (Additionally, groom’s dinners, day-after brunches, bachelor and bachelorette boat parties are popular.) Book your celebration as soon as you have a good idea of your event date, so you’ll have a better chance of getting the dates you want.
