No outside alcohol or cannabis
Please don't bring any outside alcohol or marijuana products — anything brought in will be confiscated and not returned. Tailgating in the lot isn't permitted, and vehicles doing so may be towed without notice.
The Chart House · Lakeville
Guest information.
Coming to the Chart House? Here's everything you'll want to know before you arrive.
Our lakeside venue sits on the shores of Lake Kingsley in Lakeville, with an outdoor wedding garden and an indoor ballroom for the ceremony and reception.
- Address
- 11287 Klamath Trail, Lakeville, MN 55044
- Parking
- Free onsite · overnight OK
- From MSP
- 20 minutes
Getting here
11287 Klamath Trail, Lakeville, MN 55044. Whether your coming from the cities or the country, the Chart House is easy to get to and easy to park at. Off of MN-35 take the exit for County Rd 50. Take a left at Klamath and a right into our parking lot. We're just west of I-35, south of Buck Hill, behind HOM Furniture.
There's free onsite parking. If you're not completely able to drive home safely, leave your car at the venue overnight until noon the next day and catch a ride — just don't leave valuables inside. We won't watch it, but we won't tow it away either.
Gifts, cards & your table
As you come into the ballroom, the cards box and gifts table are set toward the back by the large lake-view windows — away from the entrance, for security. Most hosts also display a seating chart on the TV, or a board beside it, so you can find your table as you arrive.
Wondering how much to give? The couple would far rather see you than your money — but weddings are expensive, and hosts often invest roughly $125–$200 per guest on the reception, so if you're able, consider covering your seat.
The lakeside ceremony & getting around
Most ceremonies are held outdoors in the wedding garden on the shores of Lake Kingsley, so think about shoes that work on grass — and whether you can happily stand in heels for a while (a backup pair never hurts).
The building is fully accessible, with ramps, accessible restrooms, and an elevator to the lower level. The garden is a flat, grassy lawn — about as accessible as Mother Nature makes a lawn.
Good to know.
Decorations to leave at home
For everyone's safety and the building, we can't allow items that leave marks, cause damage, or get stuck: balloons of any kind, tape, command strips, screws, smoke bombs, confetti, stickers, and actual (open-flame) candles.
Bring comfortable shoes
After a couple of hours in heels you'll be in pain, and dancing four or five hours in them can be torture. Consider a second, comfier pair so you're not stuck barefoot all night — and if you forget, we do sell slippers.
Why was it done this way?
Every detail — ceremony and dinner timing, when the bar opens, the menu, linens, seating, announcements, and closing time — is planned in advance with your host. They're our customer, so we run the day exactly the way they've asked us to.
Nearby hotels.
Your host may have set up a room block — check with them first. Otherwise, pick a hotel close to the venue rather than near the airport, so it's a short, safe ride back after the party.
- Holiday Inn Lakeville
- Wyndham Burnsville Nicollet Inn
Guest Questions
Questions guests ask us most
How do I RSVP, or change my RSVP?
Please contact your event host directly — we don't track or manage RSVPs for events, so your host is the person to reach.
Can I bring my children?
Check how the invitation was addressed. If it named specific people (e.g. "Jack and Jill Smith"), children generally aren't included; if it was broader (e.g. "The Smiths"), it's fine to bring the kids. If little ones get fussy or disruptive during the ceremony or speeches, consider stepping out for 10 minutes so the moment isn't lost. If your kids are ring bearers, it's safest not to let them actually carry the rings — they can go missing in the grass. During the reception, please keep children close: there's hot food, cars, and lots of strangers around. And if you'd rather relax and enjoy the party, a sitter is a great option.
What should I wear?
There's no dress code from us, and your host may not specify one either. When in doubt, dress as you would for an important meeting — business casual and nice.
What's for dinner, and what's the schedule?
To protect our couples' privacy, we don't answer any questions about an event from guests — who's attending, what's for dinner, or when the ceremony and dinner start. Please ask your event host; only they can share those details ahead of time. Once you arrive, check the TV just inside the ballroom (to your right) — it displays the menu, bar information, and the day's schedule.
I have a food allergy — what should I know?
Our kitchen doesn't cook with fish, shellfish, or nuts. For a gluten-free, dairy-free, or vegan meal, ask your event host to request it (not us). Desserts and social-hour snacks are provided by your host, so check with them about ingredients. If you have a life-threatening allergy, please tell your host with your RSVP — you're welcome to bring your own meal.
Is the venue wheelchair accessible?
Yes. The building is fully accessible with ramps, accessible restrooms, and an elevator to the lower level. The ceremony garden is a flat, grassy lawn — about as accessible as Mother Nature makes a lawn.
I think I left something behind — how do I get it back?
Email us at contact@fabweddingsmn.com and include the VENUE, the DATE, and a description of the item (we run multiple locations, so those details matter). Heads up: during events we work very long days, so replies may take until Tuesday — email is the best way to reach us.
Which hotels are nearby?
Your host may have set up a room block — check with them first. Otherwise, the closest options are the Lakeville hotels (Holiday Inn, Hampton Inn, and Candlewood Suites) and the Wyndham in Burnsville. Pick something close to the venue rather than near the airport — after a night of dancing you'll want the shortest drive possible, and you're welcome to leave your car overnight and catch a ride.
Hosting your own event at the Chart House?
Take a look around, then reach out — we'd love to walk you through the space.