Lakeville, Minnesota, offers a unique blend of modern amenities, natural beauty, and exceptional hospitality, making it the ideal location for your next event. Whether you’re planning a corporate conference, a team-building retreat, or a social gathering, Lakeville has everything you need to make your event a success. From world-class meeting spaces to local attractions, accommodations, and dining options, Lakeville is the perfect choice for meeting planners looking for convenience, comfort, and an outstanding experience for all attendees.
Lakeville is ideally situated in the Twin Cities metro area, just 20 miles south of downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul. With easy access to major highways and the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, Lakeville offers the convenience of a metropolitan location while maintaining the charm of a suburban setting. The city’s mix of beautiful parks, lakes, and recreational facilities also provides a tranquil environment for events and conferences, giving attendees the chance to unwind and recharge between meetings.
When the workday is done, Lakeville has plenty to offer. Here are some popular attractions and activities for your group to enjoy:
Lakeville Parks & Trails – Explore more than 70 parks and over 130 miles of paved trails, perfect for outdoor team-building activities, group walks, or just relaxing in nature.
144 challenging holes minutes from your hotel room - golf enthusiasts will discover an exceptional golfing and tournament experience in the Lakeville area.
Ritter Farm Park – A 360-acre preserve that offers nature walks, wildlife viewing, and educational experiences. It’s an ideal location for an afternoon retreat or exercise.
Antler’s Park and Beach – This community favorite has recently been renovated to the best park south of the river complete with picnic pavilions and a windowed meeting facility overlooking beautiful Lake Marion.
Buck Hill – For attendees who enjoy winter sports, nearby Buck Hill offers skiing, snowboarding, and snow tubing in the winter months, and in the summer disc golf, mountain biking, and outdoor live music.
Lakeville offers a variety of lodging options, ensuring your attendees have a comfortable and convenient stay during their event. Here are some top choices:
Holiday Inn & Suites Lakeville – Featuring spacious meeting rooms and ballroom for up to 400 people, on-site dining at Rudy’s Redeye Grill, indoor pool and waterpark, and beautiful modern guestrooms. The Holiday Inn is perfect for business travelers, vacation seekers, banquets and special events.
Baymont by Wyndham – This quaint hotel offers easy access to major highways and a variety of amenities, including complimentary full breakfast, indoor pool, and walking distance to Minnesota’s only Cracker Barrel Restaurant and gift shop.
Candlewood Suites – Is a great choice for both corporate and leisure travelers, with spacious rooms, suites, both with desk and recliner and a 24-hour business center.
Hampton Inn - Offering a range of room types, this hotel provides excellent service, complimentary full hot breakfast, and comfort for groups under 40 persons.
Lakeville boasts a range of flexible meeting spaces that can accommodate events of all sizes. Whether you’re hosting a small executive retreat or a large conference, the following venues offer state-of-the-art facilities:
Holiday Inn & Suites Lakeville, with flexible ballroom meeting space of 7,000 sq ft and 131 hotel rooms, is our premier meeting and banquet event venue. Equipped with modern AV technology and customizable event rooms including a gorgeous ballroom, meeting/breakout room, and a professional executive boardroom.
Brackett’s Crossing Country Club has first class facilities and services for banquets and meetings. Floor to ceiling windows in the ballroom overlook a beautifully manicured golf course and garden landscapes. The spacious ballroom is accented with cut crystal chandeliers and has the capacity to accommodate 600 guests.
Brianno’s Chart House caters events from intimate to extravagant with breathtaking grounds on the shores of Lake Kingsley. 7,500 sq. ft inside and a beautifully designed dining area seating 300. The property has an outdoor pavilion overlooking 18 acres with gardens, gazebos, bridge, deck, ponds, and water feature; all within steps to the lake.
NEW Airlake Airport Hanger – this venue is ideal for trade shows and large catered events with 23,000 square feet of exhibit space.
For other great meeting spots, golf tournament courses, and teambuilding events include Bowlero, Dakota Curling Club, Crystal Lake Golf Course, Emporium Room, Heritage Center, Heritage Links Golf Course, Legends Golf Club, Buck Hill Event Center (disk golf), Lakeville Area Arts Center, Phoenix Hall in Downtown Lakeville, and the Lavender Barnyard.
Convenience & Accessibility – Located just minutes from major highways and the MSP airport, Lakeville is easy to access for attendees from all over.
Variety of Meeting Spaces – From intimate meeting rooms to large conference venues, Lakeville offers flexible spaces for every type of event. Our favorites include tasteful ballrooms, and meeting rooms with lake and golf course views.
Great Attractions – With outdoor activities, shopping, over 90 places to eat or grab a beverage, and entertainment nearby including Historical Downtown Lakeville, there is plenty for attendees to do before and after meetings.
Exceptional Hospitality – The hotels and local businesses in Lakeville are dedicated to providing top-tier service, ensuring your attendees have an unforgettable experience and cuisine!
Ready to discover all that Lakeville has to offer? Our team is here to help you find the perfect meeting space, accommodations, and activities to make your event a success. Contact us today to learn more about how Lakeville can be the ideal destination for your next event.
For more information, VisitLakeville.org or call our team at 952-469-2020. We can’t wait to welcome you!
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