The Forest Event Center offers beautiful surroundings and a great location for your next event. With the natural beauty of Missouri and the rustic charm of the Wappapello lake, your wedding day or weekend getaway will truly be unforgettable with The Forest Event Center. Plan your perfect dream wedding in our ceremony barn. The barn comfortably seats 250 people with an accompanying reception barn that also holds 250 guests. We provide all tables and chairs. Our reception barn also includes a prep kitchen, bridal suites, and restrooms. Join us any time of the year! Our barns are both heated and cooled. If you are looking for a weekend getaway or honeymoon, look no further than our gorgeous secluded cabins. We have thirteen cabins available to rent. Our special Honeymoon Cabin is free with a wedding at our venue.