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The Prairie Star

4.9 ★★★★★ 20 Google reviews · Barn wedding venue in Sterling, Colorado

Weddings On-site lodging Outside catering OK Elopements

Plan your tour

  • Capacity couples mention 30–30-guest events in reviews — ask the venue for their stated maximum
  • Catering outside caterers welcome, going by reviews and the venue’s own info — confirm the policy (and any fees) before you book your caterer
  • Lodging on-site lodging comes up in reviews and the venue's own info — ask how many beds and whether the wedding-night stay is included
  • Website prairiestarevents.com — most venues book tours right on their site

Amenities couples mention

Amenities couples name in their reviews of The Prairie Star — the fastest way to tell what the venue actually offers before you drive out for a tour.

🛏️ On-Site Lodging

“We also stayed overnight at the property, and it was such a lovely, relaxing experience.”

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Outdoor Ceremony Site

“We had the perfect set up for an outdoor ceremony and an intimate dinner reception prepared in the amazing kitchen.”

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⛰️ Scenic Views

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Amenity mentions are mined from reviews and the venue's own info — they tell you what couples found on the grounds, not what's included in every package. Confirm what comes with your date when you tour.

What couples say again and again

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 20 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

stunning venue & grounds 21 mentions

“The venue itself is absolutely stunning—every detail of the space is beautifully curated, with a peaceful prairie backdrop that created the perfect atmosphere for our ceremony.”

📸 photo-perfect backdrops 2 mentions

“The venue itself is absolutely stunning—every detail of the space is beautifully curated, with a peaceful prairie backdrop that created the perfect atmosphere for our ceremony.”

💵 great value 3 mentions

“the setting was perfect, the venue was perfect, and was a reasonable price compared to other venues.”

From the reviews

Meryl and Erica are so beyond amazing to work with. We genuinely felt so welcomed with the Prairie Star hosting our wedding. My husband and I were approached by COUNTLESS guests talking about how beautiful the wedding was and how STUNNING the views were.

★★★★★ — Halie, Sep 2025

I couldn't have asked for a more beautiful and accommodating venue for my brother and new sister- in -law's rehearsal dinner than Prairie Star. The venue itself is stunning, with breathtaking views and a rustic charm that perfectly suited our celebration.

★★★★★ — Kamie, Oct 2024

Held our Annual Deacon Day Retreat here in November. We had 15 in attendance. The kitchen, restrooms, and meeting area were excellent. Very spacious, great areas for break our sessions, and the views were so peaceful. Exactly what our leaders needed. Nor too dar our of town, either, for the elder councilmen.

★★★★★ — Dedee, Dec 2024

We had our wedding ceremony at The Prairie Star, and it was truly everything we could have hoped for—and more. Meryl and Erica were incredible to work with from start to finish: so helpful, accommodating, and genuinely invested in making our day special.

★★★★★ — Devin, Oct 2025

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Getting married at The Prairie Star

The Prairie Star 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 Prairie Star

Reviews and the venue's own info mention corporate events, retreats, or private parties at The Prairie Star — 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 Prairie Star

6530 County Rd 28.5, Sterling, CO80751

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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.