Berry Acres

What Berry Acres does

Berry Acres is a full-service wedding and event venue located on 20 acres outside Odessa, Missouri, in the Kansas City metropolitan region. Founded in 2013 by Alan and Angela Berry — both veterans of the wedding industry with prior experience as a wedding DJ and a Marriott general manager, respectively — the venue operates from a converted Clydesdale barn and offers four distinct ceremony locations (courtyard, lakeside, woodland, and indoor chapel), along with bridal and groom suites, a reception hall, and manicured grounds. Core packages include a Grand Wedding Package (100-500 guests, 5 hours), a Micro-Wedding Package (up to 50 guests, 4.5 hours), three tiered Elopement Packages (Quaint, Cozy, Inviting for 20-25 guests), and a Bridal & Baby Shower Package ($300/hour). Add-on services span in-house catering by an award-winning executive chef ($19.50-$21.50 per person), hosted bar service ($22-$35 per person), DJ services with video dance floor ($1,500), fireworks displays executed under a licensed pyrotechnician ($2,500), sparkler exits ($225), and a rentals/decorations catalog ranging from free items to $520 lighted backdrops.

The business generates revenue entirely through direct, one-time per-event transactions with no subscription, contract, or recurring component. Pricing follows a unit-pricing model across all package tiers and add-ons, billed on a pay-as-you-go basis with monthly installment plans during the multi-month planning cycle. Go-to-market is sales-led and relationship-driven: prospective couples submit inquiries through the Squarespace-hosted website, receive a downloadable pricing pamphlet, and are walked through an in-person tour led personally by Angela Berry, followed by contract review and two in-person planning meetings before the event. Marketing relies on organic social (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube), a weekly content blog, vendor referral partnerships, and word-of-mouth — there are no paid acquisition channels, no third-party resellers, and no marketplace listings. The customer base is exclusively SMB (individual engaged couples and families) in a regional Kansas City geography, and the company is privately held by the Berry family with no external investment, no parent company, and no subsidiaries.

Name

Berry Acres

Legal name

Berry Acres

Website

https://berry-acres.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Berry Acres is a family-owned full-service wedding and event venue on a 20-acre property in Odessa, Missouri (Kansas City region), offering tiered wedding packages plus in-house catering, bar, DJ, fireworks, and decoration services to engaged couples across the regional Midwest market.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Wedding Venue Services

NAICS

Caterers (722320)

akta.pro primary industry

Full-Service Wedding Planning (HSACABAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Vendor Sourcing & Management (Venues, Catering, Photo/Video, Music) (HSACABAG), Reception Planning & Guest Experience (Seating, Favors, Hospitality) (HSACABAM), Wedding & Reception Catering (HSACAGAD)

Keywords

• Wedding venue services
• Event hosting
• Wedding packages
• Catering services
• Bridal showers

Headquarters

HQ city

Odessa

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Venue Rental Packages: Core revenue from renting the venue for wedding ceremonies and receptions. Packages include Grand Wedding Package (100-500 guests, 5-hour event), Micro-Wedding Package (up to 50 guests, 4.5 hours), and Elopement Packages (up to 25 guests, 1-2 hours). Revenue is one-time per event with pricing based on package tier and guest count.
2. In-House Catering: Award-winning chef prepares customized menus for events. Buffet style dinners starting at $19.50-$21.50 per person. Revenue is consumption-based per guest.
3. Bar Service: Beverage packages including cash bar ($350) and hosted packages ($22-$35 per person). Security officer required when alcohol is served ($150).
4. DJ Services: Top-rated DJs with video dance floor, sound system, and lighting for $1,500.
5. Fireworks Display: 8-10 minute fireworks display for $2,500. Alan Berry holds pyrotechnician license and previously operated Berry Good Fireworks.
6. Rentals & Decorations: Lighted backdrops ($520), centerpieces ($15-$30), and various decorative items including free options.
7. Sparkler Exit: Sparkler tunnel exit coordination for $225.
8. Bridal & Baby Shower Package: Hourly rental ($300/hour with 3-hour minimum) for up to 90 guests including Chapel Room access, tables, chairs, linens, and background music.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Berry Acres operates a full-service wedding and event venue on 20 acres outside Odessa, Missouri, offering tiered wedding packages (Grand, Micro-Wedding, and three Elopement options) along with a Bridal & Baby Shower package. The venue bundles venue rental with in-house services including catering by an award-winning executive chef, bar service, DJ entertainment, pyrotechnics, decorations, and full event coordination. All services are designed to give couples a stress-free, single-vendor planning experience from inquiry through teardown.

Product overview

Berry Acres is a full-service wedding and event venue offering a tiered portfolio of wedding packages and event services. The core offerings include Grand Wedding Package (100-500 guests, 5 hours), Microwedding Package (up to 50 guests), and three Elopement Packages (Quaint, Cozy, Inviting). Add-on services encompass in-house catering with an award-winning chef, bar service, DJ services with video dance floor and production lighting, fireworks displays, sparkler exits, and rentals/decorations. The venue also hosts bridal and baby showers through a dedicated package. All offerings are designed to provide a stress-free, full-service experience where Berry Acres handles logistics, coordination, and amenities while couples focus on their celebration.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Grand Wedding Package
• Micro-Wedding Package
• Elopement Package Quaint
• Elopement Package Cozy
• Elopement Package Inviting
• Bridal & Baby Shower Package
• In-House Catering
• Bar Service
• DJ Services
• Fireworks Display
• Sparkler Exit
• Rentals & Decorations

Quantifiable outcome

• Venue accommodates 100-500 guests for grand weddings, up to 50 for micro-weddings, up to 25 for elopements
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

33 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Wild Hill FloralsminorOthers · 18 February 2024Created bridal bouquet and floral arrangements for cottage core styled shoot.
• Polka DotsminorOthers · 18 February 2024Provided vintage chinaware and wicker placemats for cottage core styled shoot.
• Letters by MaudeminorOthers · 18 February 2024Designed invitation suite, menu cards, and stationery for cottage core styled shoot.
• Davinshi VisualsminorOthers · 18 February 2024Videography company that captured cottage core styled shoot and created promotional videos.
• Curated GownsminorOthers · 18 February 2024Local wedding photographer who opened a rental shop providing wedding dresses and accessories for styled shoot.
• Alicia Mau ArtminorOthers · 18 February 2024Cookie artist painting wedding guests at styled shoot events.
• Styled ElegantlyminorOthers · 18 February 2024Painted live scenes from styled shoot during open house. Offers content creation services.
• Lucky Ice CominorOthers · 18 February 2024Odessa-based specialty ice company offering stamped ice with monograms or custom designs.
• Sugar + SkyminorOthers · 18 February 2024Provided cotton candy for cottage core styled shoot.
• Simply FrostedminorOthers · 18 February 2024Created wedding cake for cottage core styled shoot.
• Dan Dan the Tailor ManminorOthers · 18 February 2024Provided and fitted suit for male model in styled shoot.
• Renata Zimmer PhotographycoreOthersFeatured photographer on Berry Acres website gallery and styled shoots. Captured multiple weddings and contributed to cottage core and butter yellow styled shoots. Recommended as preferred photographer for couples.
• Staci Dabney PhotographycoreOthersFeatured photographer in gallery and blog content. Contributed to wedding photography and fireworks documentation.
• Kaylee From KCcoreOthersFeatured photographer credited in butter yellow styled shoot and gallery content.
• Mallorie McBride PhotographycoreOthersFeatured photographer in gallery showcasing Heather + Ricky wedding.
• Lacey Rene StudioscoreOthersFeatured photographer in gallery documenting Sarah + Joshua wedding.
• Rick Messina PhotographycoreOthersFeatured photographer in gallery documenting Kelsey + Scott wedding.
• Hustle and Bustle EventscoreOthersEvent planning partner that collaborated on butter yellow styled shoot with attention to detail and vendor coordination.
• Banana Who BoothminorOthersPhoto booth trailer vendor that set up as ceremony backdrop at lakeside for styled shoot.
• Mike Tsai (Videographer)minorOthersVideographer who captured video footage for venue promotional content.
• Socially WeddingsminorOthersContent creator capturing behind-the-scenes clips on iPhone for social media marketing.
• Fountain City BakeryminorOthersCake designer known for vintage cake designs and butter yellow styled shoot.
• Veronica's GardenminorOthersFlorist with passion for creating floral arrangements and designs for weddings.
• Hue's FormalminorOthersFormal wear provider that designed multiple looks for groom based on styled shoot mood board.
• Stephanie?s BridalminorOthersBridal shop that provided ceremony and party dresses for styled shoot.
• The Garden Gallery KCminorOthersCreated custom candlestick holders matching butter yellow theme vision.
• Signed by Love MBminorOthersInvitation suite designer for butter yellow styled shoot.
• Boba KCminorOthersBoba cart vendor providing specialty drink service for styled shoot reception.
• Cakeable's CookiesminorOthersCookie vendor providing elevated chocolate chip cookies with salt for styled shoot.
• A&M Marquee LetteringminorOthersProvided light-up marquee letters for 12th anniversary celebration display.
• Design 89minorOthersDecor vendor providing balloon installations for ceremony area at lakeside.
• Olivia Tarkowski PhotographycoreOthersDocumentary-style Kansas City photographer featured in blog content. Known for sweet and communicative approach. Met at networking event and became vendor friend.
• RW PhotographycoreOthersPhotographer featured in blog content capturing styled shoots alongside Renata Zimmer Photography.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Big Sky Barn: Texas wedding and event venue built around a converted barn with multiple ceremony locations and in-house services. Closely comparable to Berry Acres' barn-conversion origin story and full-service rural venue positioning.
• Saddlerock Ranch: Large-format Southern California wedding venue hosting ceremonies and receptions for hundreds of guests with on-site catering and event coordination. Comparable in scale, single-property all-inclusive model, and tiered offerings.
• Allenbrooke Farms: Full-service all-inclusive wedding venue in Tennessee offering ceremony, catering, bar, and coordination in a single rural property. Directly comparable to Berry Acres in tiered packages, in-house catering, and stress-free positioning.
• Bella Collina: Florida full-service wedding and event venue on a large estate property with in-house catering, event staff, and multiple ceremony locations. Mirrors Berry Acres' all-inclusive rural-elegance positioning and tiered wedding packages.

Others

• Here Comes The Guide: Online wedding venue and vendor directory popular with engaged couples. Comparable as a venue-discovery channel, not a direct venue competitor; serves as a marketing intermediary for the broader wedding venue category.
• The Knot Worldwide: Wedding marketplace connecting couples to venues and vendors. Comparable as a leading demand-generation and discovery channel that Berry Acres markets through, but is an enabling ecosystem player rather than a venue competitor.

Broad incumbents

• The Elms Hotel & Spa: Historic Kansas City-area hotel that hosts weddings and full-service events. Comparable because it competes for the same engaged couples in the KC market with all-inclusive packages, but operates at much larger scale and with lodging attached.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@Berry-acres
• Facebookfacebook.com/berryacresweddings
• Instagraminstagram.com/berryacres
• TikToktiktok.com/@berryacres
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/berry-acres

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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