What is your alcohol policy?
All alcohol & soda must be purchased from The Exchange. We provide your event with a full bar and bar staff; serving beer, wine, mixed drinks, and handcrafted cocktails. We’re able to accommodate an open bar, cash bar, or a hybrid — whatever best suits your event and budget.
Where is the closest lodging?
We’re located 7 miles from the Riverside Casino Hotel and Golf Resort and 20 miles from a variety of lodging and entertainment available in the Iowa City metro area.
Do you cater?
No, The Exchange does not cater, nor provide any type of food — instead, we’re one of a few wedding venues with outside catering allowed! The venue is equipped with a prep kitchen, cooler space, as well as plenty of room outside for your favorite food truck!
Do you have required vendors?
No! Once booked, we will provide you with a list of local vendors whom we personally enjoy working with if you need suggestions, but you are welcome to hire any vendor of your choice.
Parking?
The Exchange has ample parking around our grounds to accommodate all of your guests. Cars may be left overnight and picked up by 1:00pm the following day.
Do you allow animals?
Yes! Your pets are welcome to take part in your special day. Just make sure that they are leashed and that any "business" they may leave behind is picked up! ;)
Can you seat MORE than 320 guests?
We technically have a standing capacity of over 500 and can accommodate seating for up to 362. That being said, we have found that with guest lists larger than 320, it simply leaves too little room for a good dance floor, and stifles any creative liberties when arranging your tables & decor. Our "comfort capacity" of 320 and below not only allows for PLENTY of dance floor, but ample space for buffet lines, snack bars, props and allows for a much shorter wait times at the bar for your guests! Our comfort capacity limit also allows us to be able to maintain the cleanliness of the space & keep up with trash disposal in a timely manner over the course of your event evening.