Looking for a special place for your wedding, reunion or corporate retreat? The Amana Colonies offers a unique setting you can tailor to your specific needs. Many local bed and breakfasts and inns provide lodging and meeting space for workshops, family events, and small meetings. We also have options for larger scale accommodations in both formal and rustic settings.
Whether you are looking for an escape from the cookie-cutter world of weddings, a high-tech space for your office retreat, or an outdoor events center for your next trade/sports show or festival…the Amana Colonies have a space for you.
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Koru Berry Farm and Special Events is located on 22 acres of Aronia berry farmland in Homestead Ia., just 3 miles from the Amana Colonies. Our Aronia bushes offer white flowers in spring and red/orange foliage in fall! A perfect backdrop for any special occasion. We offer what other wedding venues don’t. Freedom of choice! At Koru, you have the option to choose any caterer and bartending service. No choosing from a pre-set list. No hidden fees. No nonsense. Koru offers a large vaulted space with a modern industrial decor, yet neutral enough to welcome your special event theme.
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Situated along the Iowa Scenic Byway, patrons of family-owned Fireside Winery can unwind while sipping wine under the vine-covered veranda, stroll through beautifully landscaped grounds, or chat with new friends in the tasting room all while enjoying a glass of their favorite handcrafted Fireside wine. At Fireside Winery, there is a wine to please every palate and an experience for every taste. When you long for a quiet break from the hectic pace of life or an upbeat Friday night with music, we invite you to discover everything Fireside Winery has to offer. #ourfiresideoryours
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This landmark restaurant is enjoyed by local residents as well as our many visitors. Sometimes, all you really want is a simple, old-fashioned meal. The name “Ronneburg” comes from the medieval fortress in Hesse, Germany, bearing the same name, which sheltered the Amana ancestors during their religious persecution over 200 years ago. The historical Ronneburg Restaurant is located in an original communal kitchen until it opened as a restaurant in 1950, where thick plaster and brick walls complete the ambiance for your traditional family-style dining. Now, for over 60 years, the Ronneburg has been serving German and American dishes including
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