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PAIKKA is a modern, industrial event venue in the heart of the Twin Cities.
We specialize in unique, customized events that cater to our clients' individual personalities.
The Lowdown
Type
Art GalleryBanquet Hall / Event FacilityBar / Club / LoungeLoft / Warehouse BuildingOther
Views
CityscapeLandscaped GroundsStreet
Style
Contemporary
Mid-Century Modern
Minimalistic
Scandinavian
Urban
Best type of Celebrations

Venue Setting

PAIKKA is a modern, industrial event and wedding venue located in an old mattress factory at the Vandalia Tower property in St. Paul, Minnesota. We specialize in unique, customized events that cater to our clients' individual personalities: from weddings and corporate galas to artist markets and music events, we are your venue.

Capacity

Seated
200
Buffet
200
Standing
275
Fees
(Prices listed here are estimates only & are subject to change)
Price range

Does this include catering fees?

No

Estimated price per head

from $3,000 to $7,500

Additional charges

Special Event Insurance
Ceremony - $500
Option cafe lighting

Full venue buyout option

from $3,000 to $7,500

Insurance

Additional Insurance May Be Required Depending On The Event

Connect
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Event Logistics and Amenities
(Essential event logistics and amenities to ensure a seamless and memorable experience for you gathering)
Celebrations hosted here since
2015
Curfew
1 AM
Venue spaces
Indoor & Outdoor Venue Spaces Available
Catering
Client Must Select A Caterer From The List Provided By The Venue
Alcohol
Provided By Venue For Fee – You Must Use The Venue For All Alcohol Services
Music
Indoors Only
Smoking
Smoking Permitted
Accommodations

The Green Room is a bright, light-filled private suite across the courtyard outfitted with a kitchenette, lounge, and fitting room.

Eco/Green Events
Yes
Kid Friendly Events
Yes
Handicap Accessible
Yes
Amenities
  • A/V Equipment
  • Bridal Suite/Changing Rooms Onsite
  • Street Parking
  • Wifi
  • Ample Parking Onsite
  • Dining Chairs
Venue Features
Standout venue features:
The venue is comprised of the Pink and Gold Rooms, two distinct spaces featuring 1940s steel vaulted ceilings & original brick walls. The Green Room is our private suite — connected via the courtyard.
Food Restaurants, Cafes, Bars, Lounges
This section provides insights into our diverse culinary and social offerings.
Lake Monster Brewery and King Coil Distilerry are next door! We also have local favorite, SK Coffee, on-site.
Venue matched with reports
Travel
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Warehouses typically make for excellent event spaces, as they tend to be known for their high ceilings, wide-open space, big windows, and textural details. Bonus points for warehouses with an interesting story or cool history behind them, as these are the kinds of venues that present a real sense of place for partygoers. We’ve taken a tour of the best industrial spaces around the world and we’re bringing you everything from a warehouse built on a farm in West Australia to an industrial loft space fit for a fashion shoot in NYC. Whatever your warehouse style, we’ve got you covered. Reporter: Alyssa Brown
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Weddings
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Weddings
30 Engagement Party Venues That'll Make You Want to Propose ASAP
Woohoo! Congrats on your engagement! Looking for a spot to celebrate that’s as unforgettable as your main squeeze is? Check out these American engagement party venues for some serious throwdown inspiration. From a slick BBQ joint in Nashville to Malibu’s hottest pier to an art haven in Brooklyn, we’ve got a little something for every personality type. Continue the party planning inspiration on Pinterest →   Reporter: Alyssa Brown | Location: San Ysidro Ranch
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Weddings
25 Of Minnesota’s Most Stunning Wedding Venues
From raw, industrial warehouses in the Twin Cities to stacked limestone barns in the rolling hills of Minnesota, we’ve got a wedding venue for every setting you could dream up. Whether you’re planning a speakeasy themed wedding or a charming secret garden ceremony, the state of Minnesota caters to just about every style. Come along as we explore Russian art museums, dairy farms, wineries, beach clubs, and photography studios in the North Star State.   Reporter: Alyssa Brown | Venue: Stonewall Farms Wondering about room blocks for your wedding guests in Minnesota? Read our guide to booking block rooms & group rates.
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