OTHER EVENTS From cultural festivals to milestone celebrations, Union Depot offers space to make your moment memorable. Whether you’re planning a quinceañera, a celebration of life, a prom or a multi-day market, Union Depot’s blend of character, scale and accessibility makes it the perfect backdrop for events of all kinds. With indoor and outdoor venues, built-in amenities and support from our experienced events team, you’ll find everything you need to make it happen. Contact Us Today!Photo Gallery Explore Event Spaces With seven distinctive venues, Union Depot offers flexible spaces for everything from large-scale festivals to intimate celebrations. Whether you’re hosting a milestone party, a community event or a cultural gathering, you can reserve a single space or combine multiple venues for a full-building experience. Explore the spaces below to see what’s possible. WAITING ROOM Spacious and iconic, the Waiting Room is Union Depot’s largest venue — perfect for large-scale events like galas, cultural festivals, expos and fairs. With room for up to 3,000 guests, it offers historic elegance, flexible layouts and a dramatic setting for celebrations of all kinds. Virtual tour & more > RED CAP ROOM With string lighting, built-in AV and a warm versatile layout, the Red Cap Room is ideal for milestone birthdays, cocktail receptions, small galas or community gatherings. A great fit for events that need style, functionality and mid-size capacity. Virtual tour & more > VETERANS GALLERY This adaptable space is popular for celebrations of life, anniversary gatherings and small group events. With comfortable seating, a welcoming layout and AV podium, it’s a flexible venue for more personal or reflective occasions. Virtual tour & more > RIVERVIEW CONFERENCE ROOM An intimate room overlooking the Mississippi River, perfect for planning sessions, community meetings or pre-event gatherings. Includes a long conference table, SMARTBoard and space for light refreshments or prep. Virtual tour & more > GATEWAY CONFERENCE ROOM Set up for trainings, classes or small presentations, this practical space includes full AV support and flexible seating layouts. A solid option for educational or professional mini-events within larger festivals or fairs. Virtual tour & more > EAST PLAZA A relaxed open-air venue that’s ideal for outdoor celebrations, community activations, casual markets or food truck gatherings. Located along Kellogg Boulevard with access to bike trails and transit. See more > NORTH PLAZA Highly visible and adaptable, the North Plaza is designed for large public-facing events like art fairs, cultural festivals or live performances. It invites the community in and supports a wide range of setups. See more > “Everything was great from long before our event to the final minute.” Kelly Catering Union Depot proudly partners with Lake Elmo Inn Catering as its exclusive caterer for private events. With exceptional culinary expertise and decades of experience, they deliver a dining experience as memorable as the setting. Lake Elmo Inn Catering Here, great food is just the beginning.For over 30 years, the Lake Elmo Inn Catering team has delivered outstanding on-sitecatering and bar services throughout the Twin Cities. As a family owned business with apassion for both the dishes they create and the people they serve, they can make thedifference between a good and great event. Lake Elmo Inn Catering offers a wide range of options and accommodates special customizations wherever possible to ensure yourevent turns out to be completely delicious and uniquely yours. Lake Elmo Inn Catering’s dedication to quality and attention to detail will make your event unforgettable. Dive into their catering menus and explore the full range of options at Lake Elmo Inn Catering. Contact: Cheryl Wortman Email | 651-779-5994 Décor and Event Rental Union Depot offers a curated list of trusted vendors known for delivering high-quality décor, rentals and design services in historic venues. From staging and draping to tablescapes and lighting, these professionals help bring events to life with style and efficiency. Encore Events A premier linen and décor rental company offering full-service design, setup and takedown. From custom backdrops to coordinated tabletops, Encore helps you create a seamless, styled event from start to finish. Visit Website REQUEST INFO NUNU DÉCOR From tables and chairs to lighting, floral, and custom designs, Nunu Décor offers full-service event décor for a variety of event types. Creative solutions for all styles and budgets. Visit Website REQUEST INFO ULTIMATE EVENTS A leading Twin Cities rental provider with a deep inventory of tents, tables, dishware, pipe and drape, linens and more. Visit Website REQUEST INFO Wesdor Décor and Party Rental Services Specializing in customized and visually stunning experiences, Wesdor helps create luxury events and unforgettable celebrations with start-to-finish support. Visit Website REQUEST INFO Audio-Visual Partners Skilled A/V partners ready to support everything from live performances and community celebrations to hybrid panels and immersive activations. AV FOR YOU AV For You has been providing award-winning audio-visual services to the Twin Cities area for the past 20 years. At AV For You the focus is being the best partner possible for our customers. Our goal is to help our clients create amazing events that they can be proud of and will be remembered for years to come. Visit Website REQUEST INFO DAMRON PRODUCTION SERVICES Damron Production Services (DPS) boasts one of the largest inventories of equipment in the state, with the ability to handle any size production. DPS provides A/V services for all types of events, as well as technical and creative services. Visit Website REQUEST INFO Livewire Livewire is a premier live event and video production company, offering comprehensive services including audio, video, lighting, staging, scenery, and streaming for live, hybrid, and fully virtual events. We specialize in creating impactful and unforgettable experiences, from corporate meetings, galas, and conferences to concerts and virtual events, with a reach that spans the entire country. Visit Website REQUEST INFO MAPLE LANE MEDIA Maple Lane Media is a media technology provider that offers full audio visual support for meetings and events, video production and webcast services. Our goal is to leverage technology and provide superior meeting experiences. Visit Website REQUEST INFO Sightline Productions Sightline Productions provides event production, equipment rental, on-site tech, web streaming and creative services. From planning to implementation, using the best technology with designers, engineers and technicians, we create a stress-free experience. Visit Website REQUEST INFO Gallery Frequently Asked Questions What is included in the venue rental fee? Furniture setup for the room you rent. Select an event space here to see its specific furniture inclusions. Access to the space for a pre-determined amount of time (access times vary from event-to-event). An assigned venue coordinator (once you have booked your event). This is your main point of contact at Union Depot. They'll help you design a layout, schedule security, obtain event insurance, pre-purchase parking validations and answer any venue questions you have. Full audio-visual is built into all meeting rooms at Union Depot. The Waiting Room requires A/V brought in from one of our preferred vendors. Who provides room set-up of tables, chairs and other items? All Union Depot-provided room amenities, including furniture and equipment, will be be preset for your event. Any additional setup needs would be provided by one of the preferred vendors. You may reach out directly to the vendors for pricing estimates. You may use your choice of florist, DJ or bakery produced by a licensed bakery or commercial kitchen. Union Depot has some staging you may rent for an additional nominal fee. Can we choose our own caterer? Union Depot offers catering exclusively through Lake Elmo Inn Catering who is contracted to provide catering and bar service in our unique event spaces. Click here to learn more. For specific ethnic or religious exceptions, please contact the Union Depot event staff. Who provides alcohol and bar services? Lake Elmo Inn, our exclusive food caterer, is who you will use for bar services. Are there food and beverage minimums? Union Depot does not have food and beverage minimums. Please inquire with Lake Elmo Inn for more information. Do we need to hire security for our event? Security is required for all Waiting Room events, and security may be required for other room rentals. Security fees are not included in the room rental fees. Is there parking available? Union Depot has four large accessible parking lots with affordable rates and can offer pre-paid parking validations. Do I need to have event insurance? Yes, we require all clients to provide a certificate of insurance (COI) for their event. For social events, Union Depot provides an insurance partner to obtain the certificate. Are there hotels nearby? Hyatt Place St. Paul is the closest, right across Sibley St. from Union Depot (Union Depot offers affordable overnight parking across four lots). Other nearby hotels include: InterContinental St. Paul Riverfront (0.5 mi), Springhill Suites (0.4 mi), DoubleTree by Hilton (0.5 mi), Drury Plaza Hotel St Paul (0.6mi), and The Saint Paul Hotel (0.7 mi). Are there any other fees that may be associated with my event rental? You may see a 10% service fee added to your invoice by preferred vendors.
