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The Hive at Busy Bee

Wedding venue in Indianola, Iowa

About The Hive at Busy Bee

The Hive is an event venue between Indianola and Des Moines, bordered by Banner Lakes at Summerset State Park. It offers more than 8,000 square feet of indoor event space on six landscaped acres, with outdoor gathering space, a covered porch, and three arbors for wedding ceremonies. The one-level, temperature-controlled building includes a bridal suite, groom’s lounge, caterer’s kitchen, family and accessible bathroom, and a loft that can be used for photography, DJ setup, or additional seating. The venue lists capacity for 300 guests and provides tables, chairs, setup and teardown, cleaning, bartenders, and event security as specified in its rental fees.

The facts

Guests
Up to 300 guests
Price
$5,500–$9,500
Pricing note
2026–2027 rental fees vary by season, weekday, and package. Saturday rentals range from $6,000 to $7,500; Friday or Sunday rentals range from $5,500 to $6,500. Weekend packages are $8,000–$9,000, with separate holiday rates. Weekday pricing is by inquiry. Rehearsal dinner and dress rehearsal add-ons are listed separately. The venue does not host events in May.
Setting
Indoor & outdoor
Last updated
November 2026

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