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The Celebration Farm

Wedding and Event Venue in Iowa City, IA

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Where Timeless Traditions Meet New Beginnings

At The Celebration Farm, beautiful surroundings are just the beginning. Our unique venue combines timeless architecture with warm, personal service to create a place where unforgettable celebrations come naturally. From your first conversation through your event day, Pam Cavey, Claudia Schultz, and our dedicated team are here to help every detail come together with care.

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Choose Your Perfect Setting

Double Round Barn

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Outdoor Amphitheater

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Timber Frame Barn

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Why Couples Choose Celebration Farm

Beautiful Natural Setting

Set among rolling countryside just minutes from Iowa City, The Celebration Farm offers a peaceful setting that feels like a destination wedding without the travel. Tree-lined ceremony spaces, open skies, and natural landscapes create a stunning backdrop for photos and a relaxed atmosphere for guests throughout the day.

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Unique Architecture

The venue’s signature round barns and handcrafted timber frame structures create a wedding setting you simply won’t find anywhere else. From soaring wood beams to warm lighting and dramatic architecture, every space is designed to feel both rustic and refined while giving your celebration unforgettable character.
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Indoor & Outdoor Flexibility

Iowa weather can be unpredictable, but your wedding day doesn’t have to be. With beautiful indoor and outdoor ceremony options, couples can confidently plan their dream celebration knowing there is a seamless backup plan that still feels intentional, elegant, and memorable.

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Experienced Event Team

Planning a wedding involves countless details, and our experienced team is here to help make the process smoother from start to finish. From your first tour through the day of your event, we work alongside couples and vendors to ensure everything runs smoothly so you can focus on celebrating.
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We had our wedding here in April 2025 and had the most amazing time. Claudia and Pam were incredible to work with and made sure everything went perfectly! It is amazing you get to pick your own vendors to help control your budget.

The wood, stone, outdoor area, everything is so gorgeous and was the perfect setting. Our guests couldn’t stop raving about The Celebration Farm!

Riley
Had my wedding here it was so amazing from the service to the venue itself. Everything was very clear in the contract about what is and what’s not provided and even more help was given than I thought. I feel like I was the least stressed bride in history!!! All the staff we worked with (Pam, Kathy, and Jamison) were very laid back and nice and answered all questions professionally. So many people told me after my wedding it was the best wedding they’d ever been to. Thank you celebration farm team for making my big day magical ❤️
Aliah
My husband and I celebrated our wedding here last weekend and we can not say enough good things about the experience. From start to finish, Pam could not have been more helpful and informative. When I reached out with questions, she answered promptly and always gave as much information as she could. The venue itself is simply gorgeous and our guests couldn’t say enough about it. They were so accommodating with our other vendors and did a lot of the communication leg work for us. After the wedding, we only had to worry about the things we wanted to bring home with us. The staff took care of all of the rest of the tear down and cleaning. We truly were able to focus solely on having an amazing day due to their coordinating! I can not recommend The Celebration Farm enough! I would recommend this venue to ANYONE!
Mackenzie
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Celebration Farm is a rustic wedding and event venue located in Iowa City, Iowa. Nestled among wooded countryside, it features unique indoor and outdoor spaces designed for ceremonies, receptions, and special events.

The venue can host events ranging from intimate gatherings to celebrations of up to 450 guests depending on the spaces used.

The Celebration Farm offers several distinctive spaces including:
  • Double Round Barn
  • Timber Frame Barn
  • Outdoor Amphitheater
Each space offers a unique atmosphere for ceremonies, receptions, or both.
Yes. Many couples host both their ceremony and reception on-site. The venue offers indoor and outdoor locations so the entire wedding day can take place in one location.
Yes. The Celebration Farm operates as a flexible venue where couples typically bring in their own caterers, bartenders, and other vendors, allowing you to personalize your wedding day.
Rental packages generally include:
  • Tables and chairs
  • Dressing suites
  • Setup and breakdown
  • On-site staff support
  • Planning assistance
  • Access to the venue for extended event hours
Exact inclusions can vary by package.
Rental pricing typically ranges from about $2,000 to $7,000+, depending on the space, season, and day of the week.
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Yes. In addition to weddings, the venue hosts corporate events, retreats, banquets, and private celebrations.

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Whether you’re planning a wedding, private celebration, or special event, we’d love to show you around The Celebration Farm and help bring your vision to life. Contact our team to schedule a tour or learn more about our venue.
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Claudia Armstrong

Director, Sales & Operations

Employee Scheduling & Facilities Maintenance
Claudia has grown her position through the years and now manages all facility, grounds, events and staff needs. She started in 2014 and fell in love with creating a “wow” experience for guests. It’s clear to see when Claudia interacts with staff and guests that she wants the day to be everything they expect it to be and more.
She also has a passion for nature and preserving and enhancing the beautiful spaces of The Celebration Farm. She is from Solon, Iowa and graduated from the University of Iowa in 2020.
Claudia is detail oriented, collaborative, and tries to bring out the best in others. When she is not at The Celebration Farm, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, hiking with her dog, and playing games on her computer.
What is your favorite part about events?

“Whether it is a wedding, corporate event or celebration of life I strive to make the event happen the way they want and need and feel like I can make any event successful, this is what drives me.”

“My favorite part of events is to see groups bring elements of themselves to the space and truly create an environment that is tailored to them.”
Phone: 319-800-9212
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Pam Cavey

Director of Guest Experience

Event Coordination & Meetings

Pam has worked in different capacities at The Celebration Farm since the doors opened in 2011. It is clear when you meet her that she has a passion to make sure your event is unique and created to your desires. She loves to help you create a celebration that will be easy to manage but also speak to what you like and what you want.

As a project manager for 28 years prior to her current role, she brings organizational skills and a love of documentation that will help make your day run smoothly without a need for questions and decisions during your celebration.

Pam is personable, organized, and loves to get to know the groups she works with to help them have their day their way. Outside of working at The Celebration Farm, she loves spending time with her family (husband, 4 adult kids, and 6 grandkids).

What is your favorite part about events?

“Whether it is a wedding, corporate event or celebration of life I strive to make the event happen the way they want and need and feel like I can make any event successful, this is what drives me.”

“Whether it is a wedding, corporate event or celebration of life I strive to make the event happen the way they want and need and feel like I can make any event successful, this is what drives me.”

Phone: 319-499-8285

Email Pam