Wedding and Event Planning

We are excited that Minnesota State University, Mankato may host your wedding reception. We hope the information below will answer some of your questions as you plan this important occasion.

Let our experienced, professional planners assist with making your wedding a success. Contact the University Scheduling and Conference Services office located in the Centennial Student Union, Room 219 to get started with the wedding planning.

Phone: 507-389-2223

Wedding Package

The Centennial Student Union Ballroom seamlessly blends technology and sophistication for a truly memorable experience. From setup to tear down, we have all your wedding needs covered for you. The ballroom has19 projectors, beautiful LED lighting, and a state of the art sound system to offer excellent media amenities with the latest technology. With the wedding package, all the tables, chairs and furniture are included in the rental, you get early acces the day of to decorate, a side room for gifts or day of wedding supplies, a dedicated manager and AV technicians on site.

Contract and Insurance Information

A contract with MSU is required for non-MSU sponsored events including weddings.

As required by State of Minnesota Department of Administration as well as the Minnesota State, Minnesota State College and University (MnSCU) System, all prospective users of our facilities are asked to provide MSU with verification of General Liability insurance in the form of a Certificate of Liability (C.O.L.).

The required Certificate of Liability should state General Liability coverage terms equal to or greater than $2,000,000.00 coverage per occurrence as well as $2,000,000.00 general aggregate. An Umbrella or Excess Liability policy may be used in conjunction with the General Liability policy to meet the minimum $2,000,00 requirement. The certificate should clearly state coverage is extended to and the following are added as additional insured to the policy:

Minnesota State University, Mankato

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities (MnSCU)

600 South Road Mankato, MN 56001

This necessary Certificate of Liability may be made available to you by contacting your personal liability/homeowners insurance agent. Your agent may be able to provide coverage as part of an existing policy, or it may be possible to add additional coverage specific to the event described above.

Should your insurance provider not be able to provide the required coverage or in certain circumstances no such coverage, you may utilize the T.U.L.I.P. (Tenant-User Liability Insurance Policy) program. Purchase additional insurance to meet the $2,000,000.00 threshold or purchase excess coverage via the internet.

T.U.L.I.P. Website Address: https://tulip.ajgrms.com/
Insurance Requirements - information regarding how to obtain a Tenant-User Liability Insurance Policy (TULIP) from the University
Supplier/Vendor Number Registration- A private group coming to campus needs to create an account in order to be able to move forward with the contract process required for events.

Catering Information

The CSU in-house caterer, University Dining Services, offers a delicious menu for weddings. View the University Dining Services current menu: https://mankato.catertrax.com/

Contact University Dining Services to set up a free tasting once your date is booked. We have strict contracts that dictate our catering and alcohol guidelines. Outside food caterers are not permitted; however couples may ask University Dining Services for a wedding cake variance.

Alcohol Policy

Minnesota State University, Mankato is an alcohol free campus; however, it is possible to serve alcohol at special events. Contact the University Scheduling department for an exception application. With the exception application approval, you will need to contact an approved alcohol caterer to arrange their services.

Wedding parties are required to serve food in addition to the alcohol. Alcohol cannot leave the reserved space (i.e. cannot take a drink to the bathroom). Clients are prohibited from bringing in their own alcoholic beverages.