A wedding weekend
by the lake.

Ceremony, dinner, dancing and a place for everyone to stay — all together at Honey Creek Resort.

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Rathbun Lake · Iowa

One place for the whole weekend.

Get married by the lake. Have dinner and dancing a few steps away. Stay in the lodge or cabins. Wake up the next morning and see everyone again.

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Honey Creek Resort wedding

There’s room to make it yours.

A ceremony at the water. A reception indoors or under the pavilion. A welcome dinner the night before. A quiet morning after.

You don't have to squeeze the entire celebration into a few hours.

Honey Creek Resort and Rathbun Lake

Iowa looks a little different from here.

Spaces that change with the day.

Keep everything close while giving the ceremony, reception and surrounding events their own setting.

Honey Creek Resort pavilion wedding reception

Open-air celebrations.

The pavilion gives you the feel of an outdoor celebration while keeping dinner, dancing and your guests comfortably under cover.

Honey Creek Resort ballroom prepared for a wedding reception

The ballroom.

A dedicated indoor reception space with room for dinner, dancing and the celebration that follows.

The rest of the weekend has a place, too.

Rehearsal dinners, welcome gatherings and the events around the wedding can all happen without sending everyone somewhere else.

  • Indoor & Outdoor Ceremony Options
  • Rehearsal Dinner Space
  • Reception Space
  • On-Site Catering
  • Lodge Rooms & Private Cabins

Stay after the last song.

Lodge rooms and private cabins mean the people you brought together for the wedding can actually spend the weekend together.

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Lodge Rooms

Keep friends and family close to the celebration.

Private Cabins

More space for wedding parties, families and longer stays.

Rathbun Lake

A setting that makes the weekend feel like somewhere away.

On-Site Dining

More opportunities to gather before and after the wedding.

Start with the essentials. Build from there.

The Lake Retreat Wedding Package gives you the foundation, while your Honey Creek team helps shape the rest of the weekend.

Reception

  • Ballroom with all-day access
  • Setup and tear down
  • Dance floor
  • Lighted pipe and drape behind the head table
  • Standard hotel linens and napkins
  • Standard hotel centerpieces
  • Honeymoon suite

Make It Yours

  • Indoor or outdoor ceremony space
  • Bridal and groom suite rentals
  • Rehearsal dinner space
  • Wedding arch options
  • Premium napkins
  • Uplighting
  • Additional pipe and drape
  • Décor enhancements

Food & Beverage

  • Reception entrées
  • Cocktail hour selections
  • Charcuterie options
  • Rehearsal dinner catering
  • Bar packages
  • Weekend food and beverage planning
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Food that fits the way you're celebrating.

From the rehearsal dinner to cocktail hour and the reception, build food and beverage around the kind of weekend you want.

Reception & Dinner

Choose from plated entrées, buffets and more relaxed reception formats including chicken, beef, seafood, pasta and vegetarian selections.

Cocktail Hour

Build cocktail hour around appetizers, charcuterie, fresh selections, seafood and other small bites.

Rehearsal Dinner & Welcome Events

Keep the night before relaxed with buffet, BBQ, Italian, Mexican, picnic and other casual menu options.

Bar Packages

Open bar, beer and wine, specialty cocktails and additional beverage options are available.

Brunch & The Morning After

Turn the next morning into one more chance to gather before everyone heads home.

Tell us what you're planning.

Give us the details you know so far. Our team will follow up to talk through your date, spaces, lodging and wedding weekend.

You don't need to have it all figured out.

A preferred date and general idea of your guest count is enough to get the conversation started.

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Make a weekend of it.

One lake. One place to gather. More time with the people you brought together in the first place.

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Wedding Catering

Build a menu around your celebration.

From relaxed buffets and cocktail-hour favorites to plated entrées, signature bar experiences and thoughtful dietary options, our catering selections can be customized to fit the style of your wedding.

Pricing is listed per person unless otherwise noted. Final selections, service style and availability will be confirmed with your event team.
01 Buffets & Casual Gatherings
Relaxed & Approachable

Buffet Selections

Easygoing menus suited for welcome dinners, rehearsal gatherings, wedding brunches and casual receptions.

Picnic Buffet

Deli sandwich bar, potato salad, fresh fruit platter, lemonade and iced tea.

$22

Finger Foods Buffet

Mini sliders, chicken skewers, vegetable spring rolls, assorted dips and chips.

$25

Classic American Lunch

Grilled hamburgers, hot dogs, potato chips, coleslaw and chocolate chip cookies.

$20

Mexican Fiesta

Chicken and beef tacos, refried beans, Spanish rice, chips, salsa and churros.

$28

Italian Pasta Bar

Penne and fettuccine, marinara and Alfredo sauces, garlic bread, Caesar salad and tiramisu.

$27

Southern Comfort

Fried chicken, mashed potatoes, green beans, biscuits and apple pie.

$25

BBQ Picnic

Pulled pork sandwiches, baked beans, cornbread, coleslaw and brownies.

$26

Brunch Buffet

Scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes, fresh fruit and muffins.

$25

Deli Delight

Assorted deli meats, cheeses, fresh bread, pasta salad, chips and brownies.

$23

Vegetarian Delight

Vegetable platter, garden salad, fresh fruit and lemon bars.

$24

Seafood Special

Shrimp cocktail, fish tacos, coleslaw, chips, salsa and key lime pie.

$30

Sandwich & Salad Bar

Assorted sandwiches, garden salad, pasta salad, chips and cookies.

$22
02 Cocktail Hour & Appetizers
Warm Selections

Hot Appetizers

Passed or displayed selections designed for cocktail hour and pre-dinner gatherings.

Meatballs in Marinara

Meatballs and tomato sauce.

$2.75

Spinach & Artichoke Dip

Creamy dip with tortilla chips and crackers.

$2.50

Cheese & Crackers

Assorted cheeses and crackers.

$2.00

Fruit Platter

Sliced seasonal fruit.

$1.75

Caprese Salad Bites

Tomatoes, mozzarella, basil and balsamic glaze.

$2.50

Assorted Mini Sandwiches

Ham, turkey and cheese on mini rolls.

$2.25

Bruschetta

Grilled bread, tomatoes, basil and garlic.

$3.00

Vegetable Crudité

Fresh vegetables with ranch dip.

$2.00

Caprese Skewers

Tomatoes, mozzarella, basil and balsamic glaze.

$3.50

Greek Salad Platter

Romaine, feta, olives, cucumber, tomato and Greek dressing.

$3.00

Mozzarella Sticks

Breaded mozzarella with marinara sauce.

$3.50

Chicken Tenders

Breaded chicken tenders with honey mustard.

$3.25

Buffalo Wings

Spicy chicken wings with blue cheese dip.

$3.00

Vegetarian Quesadillas

Cheese and vegetables with salsa and sour cream.

$3.00

BBQ Meatballs

Meatballs with BBQ sauce.

$3.00

Chicken Satay

Grilled chicken skewers with spicy sauce.

$3.75

Cheese & Fruit Platter

Assorted cheeses and fresh fruit.

$3.50

Artichoke Dip

Creamy artichoke dip with pita bread.

$3.50
Fresh Selections

Cold Appetizers

Fruit Skewers

Fresh seasonal fruits.

$2.55

Tzatziki Cucumber Bites

Cucumber slices with tzatziki sauce.

$2.75

Deviled Eggs

Hard-boiled eggs with seasoned yolk filling.

$2.75

Bruschetta

Toasted baguette, tomato, basil and garlic.

$3.00

Caprese Salad Bites

Tomatoes, mozzarella, basil and balsamic glaze.

$3.00

Caprese Skewers

Tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil and balsamic glaze.

$3.50

Antipasto Skewers

Tomatoes, mozzarella, olives and salami.

$3.50

Fruit & Cheese Platter

Seasonal fruit and assorted cheeses.

$3.25

Greek Salad Skewers

Tomatoes, cucumber, feta and olives.

$3.75

Assorted Cheese Platter

Assorted cheeses and crackers.

$3.00

Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus

Asparagus wrapped with prosciutto.

$4.00

Smoked Salmon Canapés

Smoked salmon, cucumber and dill cream cheese.

$4.25

Shrimp Cocktail Shooters

Chilled shrimp with cocktail sauce.

$4.50

Gazpacho Shooters

Chilled tomato soup shooters.

$3.00
03 Entrées
Entrée Selections

Chicken

Chicken Marsala

Marsala wine reduction with mushrooms.

$16.00

Chicken Piccata

Lemon-caper sauce.

$15.50

Chicken Parmesan

Marinara and melted mozzarella.

$15.00

Chicken Cordon Bleu

White wine sauce.

$14.00

BBQ Chicken

Smoky BBQ glaze.

$13.50

Buffalo Chicken

Spicy buffalo sauce.

$13.00

Honey Mustard Chicken

Honey mustard glaze.

$12.75

Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken

Lemon herb marinade.

$12.50

Teriyaki Chicken

Teriyaki glaze.

$12.00

Garlic Butter Chicken

Garlic butter sauce.

$11.75

Pesto Chicken

Basil pesto.

$10.75

Cajun Chicken

Spicy Cajun seasoning.

$10.00

Greek Chicken

Greek yogurt and herb sauce.

$9.75
Entrée Selections

Beef

Roast Beef au Jus

Savory au jus.

$13.75

Beef Tenderloin with Gorgonzola

Gorgonzola cream sauce.

$14.50

Teriyaki Beef Skewers

Teriyaki glaze.

$14.75

Barbecue Brisket

Smoked BBQ sauce.

$15.00

Beef Tenderloin Medallions

Port wine reduction.

$15.50

Grilled Flank Steak

Chimichurri sauce.

$16.00

Beef Bourguignon

Burgundy wine sauce.

$16.75

Braised Short Ribs

Red wine and herb reduction.

$17.50

Ribeye Steak

Teriyaki glaze.

$19.50

New York Strip Steak

Peppercorn sauce.

$20.00

Filet Mignon

Béarnaise sauce.

$24.00
Entrée Selections

Salmon

Salmon with Teriyaki

Teriyaki-orange sauce.

$13.50

Balsamic Glazed Salmon

Balsamic glaze.

$14.25

Chipotle-Lime Glazed Salmon

Chipotle-lime glaze.

$14.50

Salmon with Mango Salsa

Fresh mango salsa.

$14.75

Salmon with Garlic

Garlic-lemon sauce.

$15.00

Salmon with Dill

Dill-caper sauce.

$16.00

Honey-Sriracha Glazed Salmon

Honey-sriracha glaze.

$16.50

Salmon with Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto

Sun-dried tomato pesto.

$16.75

Teriyaki Glazed Salmon

Teriyaki glaze.

$17.75

Miso-Glazed Salmon

Miso glaze.

$18.00
Entrée Selections

Seafood

Crab Cakes with Remoulade

Remoulade sauce.

$28.00

Miso-Glazed Cod

Miso glaze.

$24.00

Shrimp Scampi

Garlic white wine sauce.

$22.00

Grilled Tuna Steaks

Wasabi soy glaze.

$20.50

Shrimp & Lobster Bisque

Lobster bisque cream.

$19.75

Garlic Butter Mussels

Garlic butter.

$19.00

Teriyaki Glazed Calamari

Teriyaki glaze.

$16.50

Crab with Lemon-Dill Cream Sauce

Lemon-dill cream sauce.

$16.00

Chimichurri-Glazed Shrimp

Chimichurri glaze.

$15.75
Casual Entrée Additions

BBQ Favorites

Smoked Brisket

Texas-style BBQ sauce.

$7.00

Baby Back Ribs

Honey bourbon sauce.

$6.75

BBQ Beef Brisket Sliders

Pickled onions and BBQ sauce.

$6.50

BBQ Chicken Breast

BBQ-glazed chicken breast.

$6.00

BBQ Spare Ribs

Apple cider BBQ sauce.

$6.75

BBQ Pork Tenderloin

Pineapple salsa.

$6.50

BBQ Chicken Wings

Buffalo-style BBQ sauce.

$6.00

BBQ Meatballs

Smoky BBQ glaze.

$5.50

Carolina Pulled Pork

Carolina vinegar sauce.

$5.00
Italian-Inspired

Pasta & Italian Favorites

Margherita Pizza

Fresh mozzarella, basil and tomato sauce.

$10.50

Fettuccine Alfredo

Creamy Alfredo sauce.

$12.00

Spaghetti Carbonara

Pancetta, egg, Parmesan and black pepper.

$13.50

Penne Arrabbiata

Spicy tomato sauce with garlic and chili flakes.

$11.50

Chicken Parmigiana

Marinara, mozzarella and pasta.

$15.00

Lasagna Bolognese

Bolognese, béchamel and Parmesan.

$14.50

Eggplant Parmigiana

Marinara, mozzarella and pasta.

$13.00

Tuscan Grilled Chicken

Herb-marinated chicken with roasted vegetables.

$14.75

Italian Meatballs

Marinara sauce and spaghetti.

$13.00

Caprese Salad

Mozzarella, tomatoes, basil and balsamic glaze.

$8.00

Bruschetta

Classic Italian-inspired appetizer.

$5.50

Calamari Fritti

Italian-style fried calamari.

$14.00

Spaghetti Bolognese

Spaghetti with Bolognese sauce.

$12.00
04 Vegetarian & Vegan
Meat-Free Selections

Vegetarian Dishes

Roasted Tomato Soup

Basil cream.

$12.00

Vegetable Stir-Fry

Sesame soy sauce.

$13.00

Roasted Beet Salad

Citrus vinaigrette.

$13.50

Eggplant Parmesan

Marinara sauce.

$15.50

Roasted Cauliflower

Harissa yogurt sauce.

$15.75

Creamy Mushroom Risotto

Creamy Parmesan sauce.

$16.50

Vegetarian Lasagna

Marinara sauce.

$17.75

Grilled Eggplant

Roasted red pepper coulis.

$18.50
Plant-Based Selections

Vegan Dishes

Roasted Tomato & Basil Soup

Finished with cashew cream.

$15.00

Vegan Mushroom Stroganoff

Mushrooms in a creamy vegan sauce over rice or pasta.

$16.50

Roasted Beet & Chickpea Salad

Citrus vinaigrette.

$16.75

Stuffed Bell Peppers

Rice, beans, vegetables and tomato basil sauce.

$17.75

Vegan Thai Green Curry

Tofu, vegetables and coconut milk.

$18.00

Lentil & Vegetable Shepherd’s Pie

Mashed potatoes and vegan gravy.

$18.50

Butternut Squash & Black Bean Enchiladas

Corn tortillas and mole sauce.

$19.00

Cauliflower Steaks with Harissa

Spicy harissa and almond sauce.

$19.50

Vegan Lasagna

Vegetable filling and cashew-based sauce.

$20.00
05 Sides & Accompaniments
Complete the Table

Vegetable Sides

Select seasonal vegetables and classic accompaniments to complement your entrée selections.

$9 Per Person

Grilled Asparagus Tomato Basil Caprese Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon Vegetable Fried Rice Braised Fennel

$8.75 Per Person

Truffle Parmesan Brussels Sprouts

$8.50 Per Person

Roasted Vegetable Medley

$8 Per Person

Sautéed Wild Mushrooms Creamed Spinach Kale with Cranberries & Almonds Roasted Root Vegetables

$7 Per Person

Sautéed Spinach with Garlic & Lemon Roasted Cauliflower Steaks Garlic Parmesan Roasted Broccoli Stir-Fried Vegetables Herb Roasted Potatoes Roasted Garlic Green Beans Broccoli Cheddar Casserole Steamed Broccoli with Lemon Butter Buttered Corn

$6 Per Person

Honey Glazed Carrots Caramelized Shallot & Green Beans Honey Glazed Roasted Parsnips Spicy Sautéed Green Beans Sautéed Garlic Green Beans Buttered Green Beans Sautéed Peppers & Onions Garlic Parmesan Roasted Cauliflower Buttered Brussels Sprouts

$5 Per Person

Grilled Corn on the Cob with Herb Butter Sweet Potatoes with Maple Glaze Grilled Zucchini & Yellow Squash Steamed Broccolini Parmesan Roasted Zucchini Southern Style Green Beans
For the Table

Bread & Butter Service

Classic Dinner Rolls

Traditional salted butter.

$2.50

Garlic Parmesan Breadsticks

Served with herb butter.

$3.00

Pretzel Bread

Served with mustard butter.

$3.25

Whole Wheat Bread

Served with herb butter.

$3.50

Focaccia

Roasted garlic herb butter.

$4.75

Artisan Breads

Baguettes and ciabatta with truffle butter.

$5.00
06 Salads & Soups
Fresh Courses

Salads

Tomato Basil Salad

Tomatoes, basil, mozzarella and balsamic vinaigrette.

$10.50

Mixed Green Salad

Cucumber, tomatoes, red onion and balsamic vinaigrette.

$12.00

Roasted Beet Salad

Goat cheese, candied walnuts and honey balsamic vinaigrette.

$13.50

Spinach & Strawberry Salad

Feta, red onion and poppy seed dressing.

$11.50

Garden Salad

Mixed greens, tomatoes, cucumber, onion and dressing.

$15.00

Coleslaw

Cabbage, carrots and tangy dressing.

$14.50

Caesar Salad

Romaine, Parmesan, croutons and Caesar dressing.

$13.00

Berry Spinach Salad

Berries, goat cheese, candied pecans and raspberry vinaigrette.

$14.75

Beet & Orange Salad

Roasted beets, orange, pistachios and orange vinaigrette.

$13.00

Apple Walnut Salad

Apples, walnuts, blue cheese and apple cider vinaigrette.

$8.00

Classic Chef Salad

Romaine, cucumber, tomatoes, carrots and Thousand Island.

$8.00

Caprese Salad

Mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, mixed greens and balsamic glaze.

$14.00

Greek Salad

Romaine, cucumber, tomatoes, olives, feta and Greek vinaigrette.

$12.00

Strawberry Spinach Salad

Goat cheese, candied pecans and poppy seed dressing.

$12.00

Roasted Beet & Arugula Salad

Goat cheese, candied walnuts and balsamic vinaigrette.

$12.00
First Courses

Soups

Tomato Basil Soup

Rich and creamy with basil.

$5.50

Chicken Noodle Soup

Chicken, carrots and celery.

$6.00

Butternut Squash Soup

Creamy soup with nutmeg.

$6.75

Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Rich broccoli and cheddar soup.

$7.00

Potato Leek Soup

Smooth potato soup with leeks.

$5.75

French Onion Soup

Caramelized onions and toasted bread topping.

$7.50

Italian Wedding Soup

Meatballs, spinach and acini di pepe.

$6.25

Vegetable Soup

Seasonal vegetables.

$5.50

Spicy Black Bean Soup

Zesty black bean soup.

$6.00

Cream of Mushroom Soup

Creamy soup with wild mushrooms.

$6.50

Gazpacho

Chilled tomato, cucumber and pepper soup.

$5.25

Pea Soup

Pea soup with ham and mint.

$6.00

Miso Soup

Tofu, seaweed and scallions.

$5.50

Chicken Tortilla Soup

Chicken, black beans, corn and tortilla strips.

$6.75

Pumpkin Soup

Creamy pumpkin soup with cinnamon and nutmeg.

$6.25
07 Bar Packages
Raise a Glass

Bar Experiences

Choose a traditional open bar or create a more distinctive beverage experience for cocktail hour and the reception.

Cocktail Reception

Classic and signature cocktails.

$35

Local Beer Garden

Local brewery beers.

$40

Standard Open Bar

Well liquors, house wines, domestic beers and standard cocktails.

$40

Margarita Madness

Assorted margaritas with flavored salts.

$45

Wine Flight

A flight of wine varietals.

$45

Sangria Fiesta

Red and white sangrias.

$50

Martini Bar

A variety of martinis with olives.

$50

Beer Pairing

Local and craft beers.

$50

Classic Cocktail Hour

Timeless cocktail selections.

$55

Rum & Tiki Bar

Rum-based cocktails served in tiki glasses.

$55

Deluxe Open Bar

Premium liquors, wines, imported beers and cocktails.

$60

Wine & Cheese Social

Assorted wines paired with cheeses.

$60

Gin & Tonic Garden

Premium gins, tonics and botanical garnishes.

$65

Whiskey & Bourbon Bar

Whiskey and bourbon tasting flight.

$70

Premium Open Bar

Top-shelf liquors, premium wines, craft beers and specialty cocktails.

$75

Craft Beer Tasting

Local craft beers with tasting notes.

$80

Artisanal Wine Bar

A selection of artisanal wines.

$85

Signature Cocktail Bar

Customized cocktails with top-shelf spirits and fresh ingredients.

$90

Wine Pairing Experience

Five-course meal paired with premium selections.

$120

Champagne & Caviar

Moët & Chandon Champagne with Beluga caviar.

$150
Create Your Menu

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Share your guest count, event date and menu preferences with our wedding team. We will help you narrow the selections and build a menu that works for your celebration.

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