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The Grand Black

4.9 ★★★★★ 34 Google reviews · Barn wedding venue in Licking, Missouri

Weddings

Elegant venue with a black exterior hosting weddings, corporate functions, and other special events in a forested setting.

Plan your tour

  • Capacity couples mention 300–300-guest events in reviews — ask the venue for their stated maximum
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  • Phone +1 573-578-1035
  • Website grandblackbarn.com — most venues book tours right on their site

Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Most venues show the grounds by appointment and close the calendar on event days — book a tour rather than dropping in.

The setting

The style of The Grand Black in couples' own words — pulled from their reviews and the venue's own info, not guessed from the photos.

Elegant & Modern 2 mentions

“Secluded and very elegant event venue.”

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What couples say again and again

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 34 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

stunning venue & grounds 12 mentions

“Just had my wedding here, absolutely stunning it could have been more perfect and the owners are very kind and easy to work with.”

From the reviews

Secluded and very elegant event venue. I love the privacy this venue offers. With it's beautiful country exterior views and elegant interior decor this place is a true gem.

★★★★★ — Dc, Mar 2022

My daughter had a wedding there and it's gorgeous. The owners are so sweet I just want to thank them for being so great. We had a great time.

★★★★★ — Star, Aug 2022

This beautiful venue is an excellent blend of rustic & elegance. The interior feels very modern yet very welcoming. Perfect for large weddings!

★★★★★ — Brooke, Oct 2021

Absolutely a beautiful venue! We didn't even know about it, until we had a catering to deliver there. Well manicured grounds, very nice building, and a very nice kitchen. That is not the norm with a lot of venues. Definitely worth checking out if you are looking for a venue!

★★★★★ — Brian, Nov 2024

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Getting married at The Grand Black

The Grand Black comes up for weddings — confirmed on their own site. Two things make the tour worth the drive. First, see it at the time of day you'd actually get married — a barn that glows at golden hour can feel very different at noon, and you'll want to walk the path your guests take from parking to ceremony to reception. Second, bring your real questions: the rain plan (where does the ceremony move?), the catering and bar policy, the music curfew, and exactly what's included with the rental — tables, chairs, setup, and teardown are where quotes quietly diverge. Popular dates at barn venues book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what's open in your season before you leave.

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Corporate events & private parties at The Grand Black

Reviews and the venue's own info mention corporate events, retreats, or private parties at The Grand Black — barn venues often have real weekday availability since weddings claim the weekends. A quick call answers the three things that matter: weekday and off-season rates, whether the space works for your headcount and A/V needs, and what catering is allowed. If your event lands on a Friday or Saturday in wedding season, ask early.

Where to find The Grand Black

11084 State Rte 137, Licking, MO65542

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Listing verified July 2026 from public business records and couples' reviews. Something out of date? Report a correction. Own this venue? Claim your listing — it's free.