If you’re looking for a wedding venue that feels elevated, sleek, and fully tailored to a downtown celebration, A’BULAE in St. Paul delivers a modern rooftop experience with skyline views and built-in luxury. Located in the Lowertown neighborhood just steps from CHS Field, this all-inclusive venue blends high-end design with smart planning support.
It’s the kind of place where you can arrive with a vision and watch a full team bring it to life.
A Rooftop Wedding with City Views
The signature feature of A’BULAE is its rooftop ceremony space. With views across the St. Paul skyline, it offers a stunning backdrop for sunset vows, romantic first looks, or cocktail hours under the stars. The terrace is partially covered and includes stylish furniture, lounge seating, and built-in lighting for evening transitions.
Inside, you’ll find a main ballroom with tall ceilings, dramatic uplighting, and customizable layouts that adapt to your guest count and event flow. The modern interiors include clean white walls, exposed structural elements, and neutral finishes that work with a wide range of styles and color palettes.
Full-Service Planning and Event Coordination
One of the biggest benefits of A’BULAE is the comprehensive planning support. Couples who book here work with an in-house coordinator and tech team who handle:
- Ceremony and reception layout
- Lighting design and uplighting colors
- DJ and AV support
- Floorplan mapping
- Timeline creation
This built-in structure is ideal for couples who want guidance without giving up creative control. It also helps minimize stress for your planning team or day-of coordinator.
Ceremony and Reception Flow
The venue is designed for both ceremony and reception in one location. You can host your ceremony on the rooftop, move guests inside for dinner and toasts, and then transition to the dance floor without needing to leave the space.
The room can accommodate up to 465 guests seated, though it also works well for weddings in the 150 to 250 guest range. The open layout, flexible seating, and included rentals allow for a custom experience without starting from scratch.
Included with most bookings:
- Tables, chairs, linens, and dinnerware
- Lounge furniture and lighting
- AV equipment and uplighting
- On-site suites for getting ready
- Private tasting and planning sessions
Photography at A’BULAE
From a photographer’s perspective, this venue offers plenty of opportunity to blend editorial images with candid documentary-style moments. We often begin the day in the suites upstairs, then move to the rooftop for first looks or family portraits. The soft light on the terrace makes for flattering photos, while the skyline offers a dynamic backdrop at any time of day.
Inside, the modern ballroom allows for clean detail shots, wide dance floor coverage, and well-lit photos even after sunset.
A few favorite moments to capture include:
- Rooftop portraits during golden hour
- Couples dancing under architectural lighting
- Vow exchanges with the skyline in the background
- Candid moments in the prep suites
Is A’BULAE Right for Your Wedding?
A’BULAE is a great choice for couples who:
- Want a downtown St. Paul wedding with city views
- Appreciate structure, support, and full-service planning
- Are hosting a mid to large guest count
- Love the look of rooftop ceremonies and modern architecture
- Prefer an indoor venue with weather backup built in
It’s a strong fit for both high-energy celebrations and sleek, minimalist wedding styles.
Contact us here to ask about photography at A’BULAE.
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Abulae is located in Lowertown St. Paul, MN, offering rooftop views of the city skyline.
The venue can accommodate up to 465 guests for a full reception.
It offers a rooftop ceremony space, on-site suites, a club-style dance floor, and built-in tech for lighting and music.
Yes. Abulae includes an in-house planner, lighting design, AV team, and catering coordination.
Yes. The venue is designed for all-season use, with heated rooftop spaces and climate-controlled interiors.
