Where to Host Large Wedding Receptions Near Overland Park With Free Parking

Where to Host Large Wedding Receptions Near Overland Park With Free Parking

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Planning a wedding for 200, 250, or even 350 guests? Finding a venue that combines the space you need with convenient free parking can feel overwhelming. We get it. At The Mint in Lenexa, just five minutes from Overland Park, we've built our venue around making large celebrations work smoothly, starting with the basics like where everyone parks.

Why Free Parking Matters for Large Wedding Receptions

When you book The Mint, you're securing free parking for over 250 vehicles across our North and South lots. No shuttles to coordinate. No valet expenses to add to your budget. No stressed guests circling blocks looking for meters. Your grandmother parks in our handicapped accessible spots near the entrance. Your wedding party arrives without worrying about overnight fees. Everyone walks right in.

We're located at 12345 W 95th St, right off the I-435 and 95th Street exit. Your out-of-town guests staying at Oak Park Mall hotels find us easily with quick access from I-35 and Highway 69. The location works because it's central to Johnson County without the parking hassles of downtown.

Accommodates 350 Guests Comfortably

The Mint's 18,000 square feet gives you a large wedding room to breathe. The main reception hall seats 350 guests at 60-inch round tables, with each table comfortably fitting eight people. We provide all 350 gold Chiavari chairs and thirty round tables, plus eight rectangular tables and ten cocktail tables for your bar areas and gift table setup.

The 7,000 square foot main hall means your dance floor doesn't eat into dining space. Your guests move freely between the vault bar, lounge areas, and reception without bottlenecks. The separate 2,500 square foot Benjamin Hall gives you options, too. Use it for your ceremony with seating for 220, then open those glass garage doors to the private patio for cocktail hour while we flip the main space for dinner.

Built for Smooth Large Event Flow

The Mint on-site venue coordinator handles the logistics during your reception. They're cleaning and stocking bathrooms, emptying trash, managing spills, and keeping everything running while you celebrate. You'll hire your own Day of Coordinator to handle your timeline and vendors, but our team manages the venue itself.

The layout reduces congestion points. Your cocktail hour flows naturally to the private patio through Benjamin Hall's garage doors, with yard games set up outside and drinks served from the second bar. Meanwhile, the main hall transforms for dinner. When it's time for toasts, our 32-foot-wide projector screen ensures everyone sees your slideshow clearly. The Sonos surround sound system distributes sound evenly across the entire space, eliminating dead zones.

Getting Ready Spaces for Large Wedding Parties

Large weddings mean large wedding parties. Our bridal suite includes a coffee bar, reception room, hair and makeup suite, sitting area, and a bathroom with a walk-in shower. Downstairs, the groom and groomsmen have their own space with the arcade and Groom Saloon. Everyone has room to get ready without stepping on each other.

What's Included vs. What You'll Plan

Your rental includes the tables, chairs, and venue setup we mentioned. You'll bring in your own linens and work with one of the approved caterers listed in our Vendor Guide. If you're serving alcohol, you'll select one of our bar packages, and we provide the bartenders. The LED overhead lights throughout the space can match your colors, controlled with a simple button.

We require event insurance through Event Helper or an equivalent provider. Outside catering isn't permitted except with specific insurance naming The Mint as additionally insured. These policies keep large events running smoothly and protect everyone involved.

Conclusion

We know planning for 200+ guests brings specific concerns. The Mint ADA-compliant venue includes handicapped parking and accessible entrances at both North and South entries. The climate-controlled space keeps everyone comfortable regardless of the Kansas weather. Your 12-hour access from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. gives you setup and breakdown time without rushing.

Want to see how 350 guests actually fit? Schedule a tour and we'll walk you through the space, show you the prep suites, and help you visualize your day. We're here at 12345 W 95th St in Lenexa, and you can reach us at (913) 245-9275 to book your visit.

FAQs

How many parking spots are actually available? 

We have over 250 free parking spots across our North and South lots, including handicapped accessible spaces near both entrances.

What's the real capacity for a seated dinner? 

Our main reception hall seats 350 guests at 60-inch round tables with eight guests per table. If you need ceremony space, Benjamin Hall seats 220.

What tables and chairs are included?

The Mint provides thirty 60-inch round tables, eight 8x30-inch rectangle tables, ten cocktail tables, and 350 gold Chiavari chairs. You'll bring your own linens.

Do you require us to use specific vendors? 

You must select catering from our approved Vendor Guide. For all other vendors, like photography, flowers, and music, you choose who you want. We do require you to hire a Day of Coordinator to manage your timeline and vendors.