Events at Eddie Manderville Chalet in Theodore Wirth Park The Fireplace Room- where rustic meets elegance

This historic venue has limited ADA accessibility and does not have an elevator. The event center is located on the second floor and is all on one main level once inside, including accessible restrooms.

As a reasonable accommodation, guests with limited mobility may be dropped off via the back service road, which provides the closest access point to the building. During golf season, staff-operated golf cart transportation up the hill may be available as a reasonable accommodation, based on staffing and course conditions.

Please note: Some motorized carts or larger wheelchairs may not fit through the back entrance doorway.

Event hosts are responsible for communicating accessibility information to their guests and are encouraged to contact the venue in advance to discuss accommodation needs.

The venue accommodates up to 150 guests standing or 130 guests seated for banquet service (Fireplace Room + enclosed Porch). For the best experience, we recommend 80–100 guests if you would like everyone seated together in the main Fireplace Room (12 tables of 8 = 96 guests).

The Porch seats up to 32 additional banquet guests but reduces space for gift/display tables or photo booths.

The Pub Room works best for bar service, buffet stations, mingling with high-top tables, or as a small breakout space.

Staff will transition the space from ceremony to reception; creating a dance floor requires shifting 3–4 dinner tables within the room, which is the permit holder’s responsibility.

Yes. All setup and cleanup must be completed within your reserved time.

Events may begin at 12:00 PM or your permitted start time. Music and activities must end by 11:00 PM, with the last hour for cleanup. Final walkthrough is at 11:45 PM, and doors close at midnight.

For larger events, consider renting the day before for setup or rehearsal (regular rental rates apply). Check availability above or email mrodgers@minneapolisparks.org.

No, there is no kitchen available. No cooking is allowed onsite. All food must be provided by an MPRB approved caterer [PDF].

No, there are no tents or canopies allowed for setup.

Tours are offered most Tuesdays at noon and 4:30 PM (or 3:30 PM from November–March). A virtual flythrough tour is also available on this webpage. Tuesdays are a great time to meet vendors or take measurements once your date is reserved.

Book a tour:

Meghan Rodgers – 612-230-6427 | mrodgers@minneapolisparks.org

Rehearsals:

Rehearsals must take place during your rental period. Additional rental days may be added if available.

Yes, all alcohol must be contracted through a MPRB approved caterer. A Police Officer must be hired to be on-site during the time of serving alcohol. The park police officer is required on duty at the start of alcohol service through one hour after alcohol is served at all events serving alcohol.

The onsite park security officer rate is required with a 4 hour minimum, the park security fee along with the 12% catering surcharge on all consumed beverages will be paid directly to the MPRB approved caterer.

Yes, all food services must be contracted through a MPRB approved caterer.

All guest consumables including food and beverage must be provided by an MPRB approved caterer [PDF] including appetizers, snacks, and late-night snacks, canned and bottled beverages. The only exception is dessert and/or cake can be provided by a MN state certified bakery or licensed caterer.

Yes, supplies are based on fire code capacity. Rental of additional items are available through MPRB approved caterers and party rentals.

See venue item inventory list [PDF]

Banquet rounds set 8 persons per table.

There is minimal power available. Locations include one plug in on Terrace, one plug in Porch, one plug in Brides Room, and two lines of power in Main room. Our power reflects the 1900’s. We ask that you keep your caterers in mind when planning out your electrical needs.

Yes, customer must provide own wood for burning and tend to the fire needs. This requires additional permission.

Dogs are not allowed inside the facility (except for service dogs).

Yes. No balloons, tape, tack, mails or any items that may impact the facility. No decorations are to be hung from or above the ceiling beams and fixtures.

You may not use nails or hammers to install décor. Command strips are acceptable and must be removed before the end of the event. Damage deposit may be held for damage or failure to comply with decoration policy. Candles must be LED only. No flame candles. Some pictures on the website are older which do not depict the current policy.

Yes, if application has been approved and location booked, change in date and time is subject to additional fees. Change in date and time requires at least 30 days notice from date of original event.

Fees vary by event and may include a Facility Rental Fee, Ceremony Fee, Damage Deposit, Police Officer Fee, and Administrative Fee (for permit changes).

Additional costs:

• 12% catering surcharge paid to your MPRB-approved caterer for all food and beverages (including alcohol*).
• On-site Park Police Officer required (4-hour minimum) for events serving alcohol. The officer must be present from the start of alcohol service until one hour after service ends.

*All alcohol must be contracted through an MPRB-approved caterer.

Payment for facility rental fee, damage deposit, and ceremony fee are due in full at time of application approval. Permits are not valid until payment is received in full. Partial payments are not permitted.

Yes, $500 + tax for holding a ceremony onsite paid at time of booking, the onsite staff will flip the room to transition chairs and tables from ceremony set to reception set if needed. For ceremony only requests, full rental per the day of the week and ceremony fee is due at the time of booking.

The Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board has a “No Refunds Policy”.

No, the permit holder is responsible for hiring their own onsite day of coordinator if applicable, this is highly recommended for events with a wedding ceremony and/or wedding reception. There will be an MPRB onsite event attendant to set-up tables and chairs, check bathroom supply levels, provide general load in information, lock and unlock doors as needed, and will complete a venue walkthrough and final check- out with permit holder before the end of the permitted time period.

Yes. Music ends at 11:00PM. Permitted holder can hire a DJ or provide their own sound for music. All amplified sound must be inside the event space. Soft music can be played outside the event space with manager approval.

No, the permit holder is responsible for providing all linens, décor, and accruements, as well as set-up and take down of these items during the permit time. We recommend selecting a caterer listed “Full Service” and inquire directly with the caterer for pricing and availability.

See our list of approved caterers.

Yes. Free public parking is available at the Wirth Chalet on a first-come, first-served basis and is not guaranteed. For private events, we recommend carpooling or using rideshare services.

Load-in is available at the back service door. There’s no elevator in the building; vendor arrivals should be staggered to avoid congestion. Please use caution, this is a drop-off only area shared with a golf cart and hiking path.

All items and rentals must be removed before your permitted time ends.

Cleanup includes wiping surfaces, sweeping, and taking out trash and recycling. If an MPRB-approved caterer provides onsite service, they handle these tasks. If not, the permit holder is responsible.

An onsite MPRB attendant will do a final walkthrough with your event representative to confirm cleanup and check for damages. The damage deposit may be held for any damage, theft, or excessive cleaning needed after your event.

MPRB is not liable for theft or loss of any items left behind.

Yes. The outdoor stone terrace may be used for ceremonies. It comfortably fits 80 guests and can accommodate up to 100 with perpendicular overflow seating.

No. The venue does not have an in-house A/V system. A speaker, microphone, and stand are available for rental. Patrons are encouraged to provide their own A/V and technology equipment or hire a vendor or DJ to meet their event needs.