Host Your Perfect Wedding at River’s Edge Convention Center

Everyone wants the perfect wedding, but beautiful, elaborate weddings often come with a great deal of stress.

River’s Edge Convention Center works with you to provide a stress-free planning experience – and, more importantly, a stress-free wedding day.

1. Decoration and Catering Options

Everyone pictures their wedding in a unique way. At River’s Edge Convention Center, we make that the dream become a reality. We work with over ten decorators; each one is happy to work with you and your space to create a unique look that you’re searching for. Since food is also an important and memorable part of your big day, we also have many caterers to choose from. You will definitely find something that everyone will love and remember.

2. Convenient Downtown Location

When you plan any major event, you always have to remember out-of-town guests. Since River’s Edge Convention Center is located right in the heart of St. Cloud, we’re surrounded by almost 400 hotel rooms, all within walking distance! In addition, there are plenty of activities for your guests, including beautiful gardens, shopping, and restaurants.

Parking is also readily available. In addition to plenty of nearby parking, we have our own parking ramp. The ramp is connected to the building by a skyway, so you don’t have to go outside to get to your event.

3. Outdoor Weddings

At River’s Edge Convention Center, we are now hosting outdoor weddings! You’ll definitely wow your guests with our outstanding views of the Mississippi River. Don’t forget that an outdoor wedding also comes with the many other advantages of a wedding at River’s Edge Convention Center. Make sure to book a date soon to take advantage of the warm weather! Get started here.

4. We Can Fit a Variety of Party Sizes

Two of the most important things to consider when choosing a venue are capacity and price. River’s Edge Convention Center is unique because we have over 150,000 square feet of flexible space, meaning we can divide and combine rooms to create precisely what you’re looking for. We can further customize your space with a dance floor, AV equipment, and a DJ. With so many options, you can easily work with any type of budget!


At River’s Edge Convention Center, we pride ourselves on our ability to make your wedding unique. With decorators who work specifically with your needs and space, a variety of caterers, and many rooms to choose from, you’ll find exactly what you’re looking for.

The Wedding Expo is coming to Saint Cloud!

It is that time of year again! The bi-annual Saint Cloud Wedding Expo is to be held on September 24th at the River’s Edge Convention Center. If you just got engaged this summer or are planning to get engaged soon, join us as vendors provide all types of service imaginable for your dream wedding! If you miss out, you will have to wait until January 14th for the next one. Here is a preview of just a few of the 90 vendors you will find at the expo!

Cold Spring Bakery

A local favorite, Cold Spring Bakery will be there with a lot of gorgeous ideas for your perfect wedding cake. Stop by the booth and check if there are any samples!

Mantra Salon And Spa

Located downtown Saint Cloud in the Regency building, Mantra Salon and Spa is a chic and relaxing place to get your bridesmaids all dolled up the big day. They specialize in weddings and will make you look stunning for the most important day of your life!

Pearl Limo

An elegant limousine ride can take stress away from planning wedding-day transportation, and can be a great way to sneak in some relaxation time with your bridal party. Plus - who doesn’t want to arrive in style?

Carrie Johnson Bridal

A long-time favorite of the Saint Cloud locals, Carrie Johnson is one of the best places to go get your formal wear. Their top-notch customer service and limitless options will ensure you find a jaw dropping wedding dress, as well as the perfect duds for all your wedding party.

Todd Myra Photography

The choice of photography can be overwhelming. You want your photos to be unique and really capture the authentic love between two people. Consider Todd Myra Photography, a highly reviewed professional whose photography is creative and affordable!

As you can see, there is a lot of knowledge and fun to be had at the Saint Cloud Wedding Expo September 24th. Just purchasing a ticket to this premier event enters you to win prizes valued at thousands of dollars! This is an event you do not want to miss! RSVP to the Facebook event or find out more information on the website.  

River's Edge Offers Versatility for Weddings in Central Minnesota

When you hear the name “River’s Edge Convention Center,” chances are, you immediately think of large conventions or concerts. While our expansive facility does play host to a huge variety of central Minnesota’s largest events, we’re also at your service for your personal events - for example, your wedding!

Our large, elegant, riverside facility defines the word “versatile.” Whether you’re arranging an elaborate celebration for hundreds of people, or simply want one room for a more intimate event, we’ve got you covered. Our central, downtown location, complete with plenty of parking and lodging options, is a natural fit for any wedding party.

Plus, with our deep-rooted business and community connections, we can help you locate the perfect team of professionals to plan every aspect of your wedding - cuisine to entertainment. We’ll also lend a hand with all the small, yet crucial details that contribute to the perfect party.

Our request? Give us plenty of advance notice, but please don’t book your celebration over one year in advance. Please have a solid estimate of how many guests you’ll have, so we can coordinate the perfectly sized space and accommodations. Again, all the finer details - including cost and payment info - are located on our website.

So, as you begin to draw up your list of wedding ideas, pencil in the River’s Edge Convention Center; we’d love to be part of making your big day the party of a lifetime!