About 4,000 brides apply for a marriage license each year in Utah County. With this record number of weddings being planned, Utah County has many reception centers, parks and other venues at which to hold your wedding reception. Make sure you book your date early. This guide will help you choose the right location for your wedding reception.
Utah County’s Top Reception Venues: Noah’s Event Center
www.mynoahs.com
Noah’s Event Center is located in Lindon at 644 N 2000 W. Noah’s is very unique building. It is fully automated. You can reserve all or part of the building online for the date and time you need. You enter the building by typing in a code at the door. The main reception room is big enough to accommodate large weddings. Tables, chairs and simple white linens are included. There is a bride’s dressing room and a facility for the caterer. An adjoining garden can be used during the warm summer months. A grid on the ceiling can be lowered and decorated to create whatever ambience you would like. Be aware that Noah’s is not a full service reception site. You will need to bring in your own food, flowers and music. They do have audio equipment available. Sessions are booked in 75 minute time increments. Make sure you allow enough time for decorating and cleanup.
UtahCounty’s Top Reception Venues: Historic Southworth Hall
www.brownbrotherscatering.com/utah-reception-banquet-hall/
Southworth Hall is located in Provo at 116 West Center Street. This historic hall has been restored and is a beautiful place for wedding receptions. The hall is elegant but also has a bit of raw charm with exposed brick walls, a hammered tin ceiling and hardwood floors. They can provide complete packages including all of your linens, catering and flowers. They are affiliated with Brown Brother’s Catering.
UtahCounty’s Top Reception Venues: American Fork Amphitheater
801-763-3081
The American Fork Amphitheater is conveniently located across the street from the Mt. Timpanogas Temple at 850 East and 700 North. This park is a perfect place to hold your reception if you are planning on getting married at the temple. There are large grass areas that are secluded by trees. The park is best used during the warm winter months. Wedding canopies can be beautiful set up here. Diamond Rental can provide these. You will also need to bring in all of your own tables and chairs, food, flowers, cake and decorations.
UtahCounty’s Top Reception Venues: Provo Library
www.provo.lib.ut.us/scheduling.html
The ballroom at the Provo Library is a favorite place for weddings in Utah County. The library is located at 550 North University Avenue. They provide and set up and take down the tables and chairs. You will need to provide your own linens, food, flowers, cake and decorations. There is plenty of space for a large wedding and dancing. They do have some audio visual equipment for rent. Be aware that the library is strict about being completely out of the ballroom when your rental time is up. You will need to coordinate delivery and pickup times with your rental company carefully.
UtahCounty’s Top Reception Venues: Northhampton House
www.northamptonhouse.com
The Northhampton House is a full service reception center located in American Fork at 198 West 300 North. They have two different halls to choose from which include grand staircases and stained glass windows. Their very informative website contains floor plans, photos, pricing, menus and details about all the services they provide. They can help you take care of every detail. Set up an appointment to meet with them to discuss your wedding.
