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Party. Laugh. Live.

Check out our spacious event center in Manchester, IA

The Gathering Place hosts events of all kinds throughout the year, including comedy shows, craft festivals and fundraisers. It can also be rented out for a wide variety of private functions. Stop by during one of our comedy shows to catch a celebrity impersonator. You can also buy local art and jewelry during a craft show, or attend a fundraiser to support an important cause. If you're looking for an event center that has enough space to host your wedding or corporate party, look no further. Our venue can be rented for all kinds of celebrations and events.

Call 563-927-2995 to rent our event center or find out about upcoming events.

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5 good reasons to book The Gathering Place

The Gathering Place in Manchester, Iowa is spacious and accommodating. You'll want to book our venue for your event because:

  1. We have over 18 years of customer service industry experience
  2. Our employees are well-trained and professional
  3. We provide bar service
  4. Our venue can accommodate over 600 people
  5. We have a commercial-grade kitchen

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The Gathering Place

"What a wonderful wedding at The Gathering Place in the Country yesterday! Despite a misty afternoon, the weather cleared off and a beautiful wedding took place. If you are looking for a unique setting for your wedding you need to consider a wedding in the country. Call Don and Kathy McCurdy at 563-920-7724 and know Kathy is available to help you plan your special day"

"Very beautiful building on the inside. Love the seating capacity and That there are more bathrooms"

Erica Fortman

"Everything was great. Food included. Parking, restrooms were all clean. Enjoyed the venue so much."

Julie H.

"Great people! Trustworthy without a doubt! I read some of these post and I'm s shocked to say the least. These folks are Honest as they come! End of story! I have been doing business with them for many years and Always Treated fairly and above their call of duty . Been to a few party's there and it was very nice! I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND anyone to meet these folks and then listen to your gut and heart. They simply don't come any better." - Rod M.

"Our daughters wedding reception was recently held at the Gathering Place and Don and Kathy were wonderful to work with. They gave many helpful suggestions and were open to trying things to accomodate my daughter's wishes. Even our caterer commented on how nice their kitchen and serving set up was. Thank you Don and Kathy for a wonderful facility!!"

Mary G.

"It is a very nice place to have a party"

Jody L.

"I just was able to see The Gathering Place last Sunday with my son and it is the most beautiful place for weddings and many other events I have ever seen! What a plus for the city of Manchester! Take the time to check this out and you will be so glad you did."

Jan O.

"Had our wedding reception at The Gathering Place and we absolutely loved everything! They were extremely easy to work with, always responded to our questions quickly, and have a wonderful venue!"

Alaina M.

"Worked a wedding event with the folks from Main Street Market, thanks Don, Randi, Vicky and Josh for making the evening so much fun. The food was AMAZING!! HIGHLY recommend this group for your next event!!!"

Russell-Georgia Hintz-Camp

"Hosted a luncheon for about 100 people. They were wonderful to work with! So helpful, and bonus, provide great food!"

Jessica P.

"Love having the spring and fall craft sale here!!"

Debra H.

"Very nice place for any event beautiful decorated and lots of room great job!"

Sharon P.

"We held out wedding ceremony at the Gathering Place in the Country and our reception at the Gathering Place. Both venues were incredible! Don and Kathy are a pleasure to work with and helped our day run smoothly. We can't recommend these venues more!"

Lu L.