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The $5,000 "Minne-Wedding": Why Small Weddings are the Future of St. Paul Celebrations
It was 2017 when we first opened the doors of the North Garden Theater in St. Paul. We envisioned a space where stories could be told including love stories! Over the years, we’ve seen countless couples walk down the aisle, but recently, we’ve noticed a shift. The modern wedding industry has become an arms race of complexity and cost. We’ve watched couples get overwhelmed by the sheer scale of "going big." We decided it was time to offer an alternative. We call it the Minne-W
Ryan North
Apr 204 min read


A Fresh Foundation for Your Next Act
There is something special about a blank stage—the quiet before the music starts, the anticipation before the first guest arrives, and the potential for a thousand different stories to be told. At the North Garden Theater , we believe that every great story deserves a solid foundation. That’s why we are thrilled to pull back the curtain on our latest upgrade: a brand-new, high-performance floor designed specifically for our historic St. Paul space. Why This Floor Matters Whi
Ryan North
Mar 202 min read


The DIY Wedding DJ: Mastering Your Playlist at the North Garden Theater
You’ve pictured it: the perfect first dance. The emotion, the connection, and the spotlight on the two of you under a single, romantic glow here at the North Garden Theater . It is a moment that stays with you forever. But what happens after that final, lingering note? When you’re managing your own music via Spotify, you don’t have a professional DJ to "read the room." One of the most common "vibe killers" we see is the "Triple Slow Burn"—when the first dance is immediately
Ryan North
Feb 264 min read


🍋 The Zesty New Trend: Island Citrus is the 2026 Wedding Color!
Get ready to inject a vibrant splash of color into your wedding planning. The North Garden Theater is thrilled to share the official 2026 Wedding Color of the Year: Island Citrus ! Chosen by our partners at Minted and BRIDES, this zesty hue embodies paradise. It is a bright, vibrant nod to sun-drenched canopies, succulent native fruits, and lush flora. If you’re planning a 2026 wedding, this is the perfect time to embrace a color that feels lively, fresh, and utterly joyful.
Ryan North
Nov 13, 20252 min read
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