Jackson County's Premier Wedding & Reception Venue
The Rhapsody is a wedding venue located minutes from Kansas City. This expansive property offers an array of beautiful wedding and reception locations. Owned and operated by a husband-and-wife duo, this pair understands the importance of wedding celebrations. Their full-service approach ensures that you experience the day of your dreams.
Your wedding journey begins on Day 1 when booking at The Rhapsody. Our In-House Wedding Planners (INCLUDED IN THE BASE COST) will hold your hand through the process of planning your wedding. Color schemes, decorations, table decor, minute by minute timeline, vendor choices, table layouts and more will be discussed, recorded and brought to life by our team. We also provide a Wedding Coordinator for your ceremony that takes place at The Rhapsody. By providing a stress-free planning environment, providing a team of professionals to both set-up and take-down everything belonging to The Rhapsody, and finally providing a coordinator to oversee the details, we ensure a memorable day for you and your loved ones.
Here's a break down of what we include in your Ceremony & Reception:
âȘïžTables
âȘïžChairs
âȘïžLinens (MANY colors to choose from)
âȘïžNapkins (MANY colors to choose from)
âȘïžAll the set up/take down both inside and outside
âȘïžSpecial Lighting in your colors
âȘïžProjector for name display/slideshows
âȘïž"The Cottage" (1600 sq ft dressing area, large trifold mirror, hair & makeup stations, two bathrooms, kitchen, and picture areas galore!)
âȘïž"The Villa" (separate dressing area, with comfy couch, big screen entertainment system, mini frig, and large bathroom)
âȘïžOur Buffet Room, for your caterer, is set up behind closed doors
âȘïžWedding Planning (Yes, an actual Wedding Planner included in our base cost!)
âȘïžWedding Coordinator for your rehearsal and day of the wedding (Yes, a professionally trained Wedding Coordinator included as well!)
âȘïžWe also Decorate the inside and outside of the hall in your colors
With this pricing you get:
âȘïž12 hours for the main building on the day
âȘïž6 additional hours to get dressed
âȘïžPLUS a rehearsal hour (19 hours total)
You can use the licensed caterer of your choice and bring in your own alcohol. (Licensed bartender must serve the alcohol)
2024 Reception Only: up to 250 seated guests- $4500
2024 Ceremony & Reception: up to 250 seated guests- $5000
2025 Reception Only: up to 250 seated guests- $5400
2025 Ceremony & Reception: up to 250 seated guests- $5900
We would love to hear about your wedding vision! For a tour of the venue, please give us a call at
816-795-0777
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The Rhapsody - Wedding and Reception Hall Reviews
David & Melissa Anderson(other)5 out of 5 Rating
I cannot say enough kind words to describe how pleased we are with The Rhapsody. Bryan and his team were with us every step of the way, giving us a sense of peace, knowing our wedding would move forward smoothly, leaving us to simply enjoy our special day. The venue provided everything we could have imagined for the perfect ceremony, from the outdoor Pergola for the ceremony, the Covered Patio for our guests to mingle in a comfortable setting, to the indoor Grand Ballroom, and everything in between. The Bridal Cottage for the women to prepare themselves in a beautiful, comfortable (and private) setting was an unexpected, nice touch. The Villa for the men to have their own place to hang out and just be guys was another surprising detail that we would have never thought about. Bryan, as the DJ, just made the whole experience even better than expected. His artistic talents in making the music fit just right with all the crazy people we had at our wedding was outstanding! But, as impressive as the venue itself was, it pales in comparison to the staff. They provided so much information and details for our day that they gave us a true sense of peace knowing our big day would go off without a hitch. The Rhapsody provides everything any couple would need for their event; they are a one-stop shop and go above and beyond to make any event PERFECT!Not only did we feel a true connection with the staff, but we also felt as if we had made new friends. I look forward to assisting the Rhapsody and the staff in helping future couples, answering any questions, and giving them a small piece of what The Rhapsody staff gave to us: a sense of calm, knowing full well our wedding ceremony was in good hands! We will HIGHLY recommend The Rhapsody to anyone within our circle of influence for any event needs. I hope to be able to use The Rhapsody again if the need calls for it. Thank you, Bryan, and the whole Rhapsody team, for making our big day truly magical and extraordinary, one we will always remember fondly, with a huge smile on our face and a warm, special place in our hearts. Reviewed on 28-11-2023
Emily Mulberry(other)5 out of 5 Rating
The Rhaposdy was amazing and made our dream wedding come true!!! Anytime I was feeling stressed or running into hiccups Andrea and Bryan were more than eager to find a solution. We used their DJ services and wow! Bryan kept the party going and we had guests on the dance floor all night. We also used their Photo Booth which was a huge hit with our guests. My bouquet was also purchased through the venue and it was absolutely gorgeous.Our day of coordinator was LuAnn and she went above and beyond. We had an outdoor wedding planned and the weather decided to drop down to 40 and pour all day. LuAnn was able to flip our wedding from the garden to the covered patio in 30 minutes. Our ceremony was still absolutely beautiful. I would recommend the Rhaposdy to any couple I know planning a wedding! Reviewed on 31-10-2023
Marriah Grace(other)5 out of 5 Rating
The Rhapsody made everything so easy for us! Not only do they have meetings for us as often as we needed, they also provide other services such as DJ and floral. We used them for those as well and we received so many compliments on our flowers and the music/reception.The cottage was huge which was so perfect for my larger wedding party (10) and all the moms to get ready without feeling crowded. The games in the villa were perfect for the guys! They had so much fun hanging out while waiting on us to get ready. For pictures, there are so many beautiful spaces that we didnât even need to go off site to get pictures that we wanted. It made it so easy!The decor and everything that is already part of the rhapsody made it so naturally charming that we didnât need to add much ourselves. Everything on our day went so perfect and they are a huge reason why. I couldnât imagine a better venue for our perfect day!Photos attached are from Elizabeth Messina with EAM Photography Reviewed on 30-10-2023
Makenzie Fuss(other)5 out of 5 Rating
The rhapsody was perfect. They were helpful and involved throughout the planning process, they were experienced and gave great advice, and with the wedding planning meetings and day of coordinator meeting we felt more than prepared day-of. We also used Bryan as our DJ which we also highly recommend. He was so fun and kept the party going all night. Overall we had a perfect experience with the rhapsody. From getting ready in the bridal cabin to the support all throughout the night The Rhapsody staff made our wedding as stress free as it could be. Plus itâs BEAUTIFUL! Absolutely perfect for an outdoor wedding. Best decision we made for our big day was booking the rhapsody. 100% worth it and would absolutely recommend to anyone. Reviewed on 28-10-2023
Sarah Morgan-Ness(other)5 out of 5 Rating
Everyone at The Rhapsody was such a joy to work with. They were incredibly helpful and made our day absolutely PERFECT. Highly recommend you hire Bryan as your DJ. He kept the party going and so many of our guests told us how awesome our DJ was. The photo booth was a huge hit with our guests too! I cannot recommend this venue enough! Reviewed on 16-10-2023
Sasha Messer(other)5 out of 5 Rating
We loved the Rhapsody, it was such a beautiful venue. The staff there was amazing and so helpful. DJ Bryan made sure our ceremony and reception was on point. The photo booth we rented was a big hit and definitely kept all the kids busy. Everyone keeps talking about how amazing our wedding was, we owe all the thanks to The Rhapsody and the entire crew.-Mr. & Mrs. Messer 2023 Reviewed on 16-09-2023
Paul Simms(other)5 out of 5 Rating
My wife and I had our wedding September 1st, 2023 and Rhapsody's was phenomenal! From the day we met Bryan Scherer, to the end of our reception, we were pleased. Beautiful venue and a very pleasant staff to work with. One staff member in particular named Sabina, is heaven sent!! Bryan is a great DJ! All of our guests have given us positive feedback as well. I recommend Rhapsody's. Reviewed on 10-09-2023
Kayla Hunt(other)5 out of 5 Rating
Nothing but good things to say about not only the venue but the whole Rhapsody team! The day we toured the venue we fell in love ( 1st & only venue tour )! Bryan just kept growing on us, his knowledge of any/all things wedding related is just mind blowing , perks heâs a BA DJ too! Our day could not have went any smoother, they literally take care of everything!!! Reviewed on 15-08-2023
Alma Calderon(other)5 out of 5 Rating
Everyone was absolutely amazing! From start to finish, they made this wedding process manageable. They had list of recommended vendors (of all sorts), tips and advice, lists of to do things (two versions), a huge variety of decor options, affordable amenities, and the list goes on! DJ Bryan was incredible and so kind and thoughtful! Sabine and Andrea were so creative and sweet! I mean everyone was so nice! It was definitely a dream wedding come true! I HIGHLY recommend this venue because they will do everything they can take help you out and make sure you are comfortable and happy. Reviewed on 14-08-2023
Alana Peerson(other)5 out of 5 Rating
I remember when we got engaged, I was so excited, but being the person I am, I instantly started panicking about all the planning we had to do. With The Rhapsody, there was little to no panicking because they took care of so many things and made the process so simple. They have monthly planning meetings where they go over different topics to help you prep for the big day and they were always available to answer any questions we had. And believe me, we had SO many questions. We were worried we might be getting annoying. But they were always happy to answer every single one of our questions. Our wedding went so perfectly and smoothly. I couldnât have imagined a better day. I canât thank everyone at The Rhapsody enough for making our dream wedding come true!! Reviewed on 30-07-2023
Debra Peerson(other)5 out of 5 Rating
Debbie Peersonjust nowNEWThe Rhapsody made my daughter's wedding day perfect. From decorating the tables. Beautiful, bridal flowers, Beautiful. Photo booth was so fun. And you cannot have your wedding without owner and DJ Bryan. He made our day so much fun. The recommended vendor list was so helpful. The bridal cottage with a full kitchen and groom villa are wonderful. Take advantage of the many services they offer. The Rhapsody knows how to make your special day stress free and so much fun. Reviewed on 25-07-2023
The venue was so amazing everyone from the rhapsody team did so wonderful on my special day I had no worries and the dj Bryan had everyone on the dance floor Reviewed on 16-06-2023
William Hayes(other)5 out of 5 Rating
Bryan and his team was amazing! They made our wedding flawless and couldnât ask for better. Reviewed on 16-06-2023
Julie McKinney(other)5 out of 5 Rating
We had my daughter's wedding at The Rhapsody June 10th. It went flawless. She had her dream wedding. Brian was fabulous as well as the wedding coordinator/planner. They all made us feel so relaxed and we were able to enjoy the day with our daughter and new husband, family and friends. I highly recommend this venue! Reviewed on 15-06-2023
Erin Birchard(other)5 out of 5 Rating
The Rhapsody was absolutely beautiful!! The staff were remarkable. Every single person we worked with were so accommodating. They truly made our dream wedding come true!!We HIGHLY recommend The Rhapsody venue. It has everything you need for a wedding and more. We also highly recommend DJ Bryan and the florist Sabine! Both absolutely exceeded our expectations!Thank you Rhapsody staff!!! Reviewed on 06-06-2023
Tonia Bonwell(other)5 out of 5 Rating
The Rhapsody is the ultimate premiere wedding venue! We had a flawless experience, from the initial booking, coordinating, down to the wedding day! Superb customer service, attention to detail, and overall excellent event planning. VERY satisfied customer here!! Reviewed on 06-06-2023
Jackie Shewmaker(other)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 19-05-2023 The Rhapsody went over and above to provide the perfect wedding for my daughter and her husband. The venue is beautiful and the decor they let us choose from was perfect. We also chose them to do the flowers which were absolutely beautiful. I recommend this venue to every couple. Reviewed on 31-05-2023
Tracy Sawyer(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 26-05-2023 This wedding venue is the absolute best! They are the nicest people and very patient. It's literally a one stop shop. 100% recommend for any couples getting married! Use The Rhapsody they will not disappoint! Reviewed on 30-05-2023
Kanetha Ward(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 27-05-2023 The Rhapsody is the best.The coordinating,decorating, dj&photobooth it all was so well put together and the wedding was perfect.Everything went amazingly well and as the Bride I was so relaxed cause I knew my big day was in the right hands.I cannot express how appreciative we are for everything that you guys did for us!I will be sure to recommend you to others in the future!Thanks again to the wonderful team at The Rhapsody Reviewed on 30-05-2023
Wendy Moore(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 05-05-2023 There are probably not enough words to describe how awesome The Rhapsody is!!! From the moment you walk in the door for your tour to the moment you get your final email from them, you are treated like family and as if your wedding is the most important one. The venue is nothing short of beautifully spectacular!! Bryan, Amanda, Sabina, Holly and everyone else were so helpful and very responsive with any questions we may have had. We used Bryan, the in-house Rhapsody DJ and let me just say that every single one of our guest thought he was simply amazing!!! He knew what kind of night we wanted and delivered above and beyond!! I would highly recommend The Rhapsody - Wedding and Reception Hall for your wedding. You will not be disappointed in any way!! Reviewed on 19-05-2023
Desirae Bell(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 13-05-2023 I canât express how much thought and care everyone at The Rhapsody puts into your special day. Iâm someone who stresses out about every little thing so itâs saying a lot that they made this the most stress free wedding Iâve ever heard of someone having. Even our parents were extremely impressed with how easy The Rhapsody made our lives during the wedding planning process. Holly was the best coordinator I could ask for, Andrea and Sabina were absolute magicians with bringing all of our decor and floral ideas to life, and Bryan was the best DJ weâve experienced at any wedding weâve been to. I canât recommend this venue and its staff enough! Reviewed on 15-05-2023
Michael Caughron(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 15-04-2023 If youâre looking for confidence in making your wedding day special, then look no further than the all star team of the Rhapsody. We started our planning with Bryan and he gave us all the tools for success. Vendor recommendations, a thorough tour and guide to make our wedding day go off without a hitch. We then met with Andrea, and she attacked our wedding planning with a sense of urgency. She was very helpful with getting things on our checklist completed. Our photographers, Poemas De Barro said that the timeline that Andrea helped us make, was the best they had seen. For the day of the wedding we were assigned a Cordinator, Holly. Holly, took the stress of the wedding day and crushed it. She did an amazing job of handling little things, assisting the wedding party, and taking care of our vendors. Her organization skillâs definitely allowed us to enjoy our wedding day stress free! The venue was gorgeously dressed from inside and out, each table was designed according to our meetings, and no detail was left out. My feet are still sore from the amazing music that was played by our DJ Bryan, and in a nutshell, he threw it down! The Rhapsody is highly recommended and our day was very special and will be raved about for years! Reviewed on 27-04-2023
Nathan Thomas(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 01-04-2023 The Rhapsody is a family run business and they brought us in and made us feel like part of their family! They were so attentive and caring and tended to every need we had. They were always on time and loved meeting with us as many times as we needed! Highly highly recommend getting married or having any event at the Rhapsody. They went above and beyond to care for us and make it the best day ever! Bryan also knows how to have one heck of a dance party as DJ. Lovely people and a beautiful day! Reviewed on 07-04-2023
Brooke Drumeller(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 01-04-2023 Could not be more grateful to have chosen The Rhapsody as our wedding venue.The tour was amazing and Bryan gave us a fully immersive experience to really see what it would be like on the day of. The facility is very clean and absolutely beautiful. The floors are reflective and make for great photos!Booking the venue was smooth and straight forward. No hidden fees that we were not expecting. They gave a detailed overview of expectations in the contract.They were readily available to answer questions and generally responded same day if not within the same hour.The had a day of coordinator, Holly, that made sure everyone knew the game plan and we were running on time.We also were highly pleased to use their florist for boutonnieres and corsages.Best part is we also booked Bryan as our DJ through The Rhapsody and he absolutely killed it. He created the best atmosphere to celebrate the night away.Most definitely recommending The Rhapsody to all of my friends!! Reviewed on 06-04-2023
Richelle Davis(other)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 25-03-2023 Staff are so friendly and treat their couples like family. They take pride in their work and share their joy in a well-designed day. Sabina made a bridal bouquet so excellent as to make this mother of the groom get teary eyed and Brian fills the dance floor with not-to-be-missed music. The monthly meetings make the planning easy, organized, and stress free. Do not miss them! This venue and staff made our celebration absolutely wonderful đđ Reviewed on 31-03-2023
Ethan Davis(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 25-03-2023 Words can't truly describe how privileged we felt choosing The Rhapsody as our wedding venue. Every single service they provide has the couple's end goals and success in mind. They are punctual, available, and organized. The value of choosing them is basically endless as they provide many of their services in house, like flowers, DJ, Photobooth, a wedding day coordinator and decorations. Each of these items took stress out of our planning process and allowed us to just really enjoy every second of the day. We could not have felt more appreciated and supported through our entire time. They even provide monthly workshops to go over wedding details like timelines, recommended vendors, and extra amenities. Special shoutout to Bryan who organizes and usually runs these workshops. Our day would not have been as perfect and flawless without him! He even provides DJ services for the day and kept the entire reception flowing and partying the whole night. We adore everything The Rhapsody gave to us throughout the entire wedding process. Could not give any higher of a recommendation to go book with them! Reviewed on 29-03-2023
Mackenzie Leochner(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 11-03-2023 The Rhapsody was fantastic from start to end. The venue is beautiful, clean, and up-to date. My husband and I had thought we were set on our wedding venue and only went to the Rhapsody because they had spring dates available still, by the end of the tour and conversation with the owner, Bryan, we booked our date! The communication was quick and they answered any and all the questions (even the silly little ones that pop into a stressed out brides brain). A huge pro of this venue is the staffing, they take care of most decoration/set-up, music if you chose the in house dj, and the day of coordinator. You wont find that type of staffing at another venue, or at least in a venue that is reasonably priced. Seriously, the best venue!!! I will be suggesting to all the soon to be engaged couples in my life. Reviewed on 16-03-2023
Kourtney Thompson(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 04-03-2023 The Rhapsody made my day PERFECT. They are so easy to work with and everyone is extremely friendly and helpful. They are not only awesome people, they are awesome at their job. They made wedding planning so easy and made my vision a reality. 100% recommend hiring the in house DJ...Bryan had everyone on the dance floor all night and was the talk of the wedding. Can't speak highly enough about this place. Reviewed on 10-03-2023
Deandre Clark(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 23-10-2022 The Rhapsody.....Where do I begin? You guys were amazing throughout the entire experience! Our wedding day was kind of hectic but you all worked to make everything so simple and an evening that we will never forget!Bryan was amazing from the first time we met him for looking at the venue. Worked with our work schedule to make sure that we had everything in order and in place for the wedding day. He also was amazing during the reception as the DJ and when I say that we were dancing the enitre time and the reception was lit, that was an understatement. Thank you for keeping the party rocking all night. I just want to tell everyone that plans to book them as a venue, you will love the family oriented staff and they will go hell and back to make sure your day is the best day and you will not have to worry about anything. Thank you again for creating a memory that will always be with us. Forever and ever.Love,Allison and Dre Clark Reviewed on 24-12-2022
Jensenn Strecker(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 02-09-2022 From the moment I walked into this venue, I knew it was the one I had to get married at. The atmosphere was the most stunning Iâve ever seen. From the moment my husband & I booked The Rhapsody, Bryan & Rita were always available to answer all of my questionsâŠ.& I had a lot of them! Never once did they make me feel like I was being a burden, they just wanted to make sure our special day was perfect, & it was! We got married on a Friday so they allowed us an extra hour on Thursday (rehearsal day) to set up decorations that we were bringing in since we did not go with a center piece package & rather provided our own. This helped so much as we didnât have to worry about decorating on the day of. Wedding day I felt was a breeze! Everything went according to plan & it was perfect. I believe our only downfalls were the fact that the wrong song was played not only once but twice for when my husband walked down the aisle. When my husband said it was the wrong song, Bryan argued that it was the correct one. I do believe my husband, who picked the song, would know if it was the correct one or not. No apology was ever given. The other downfall is having to have every single thing out of the bridal cottage by 3/3:30pm. Unless you keep all of your stuff in one spot & clean up as you go, with 12+ people in the cottage, itâs almost impossible. So it was very stressful on myself & my family/friends to have to rush rush rush to get everything out of there. It would be nice to designate an extra person (friend or family member) to go in an clean up during the reception once the more important parts are over. That way things arenât forgotten in the rush of things & the mothers/bridal party donât have to focus on that & just get to enjoy the day. I am still giving The Rhapsody a 5 star because they truly were amazing & no venue is absolutely perfect. Everyone has their flaws & makes mistakes & we learn from them & only get better. My husband & I highly highly recommend The Rhapsody! They are forever family to us! Reviewed on 10-11-2022
Aylia Hansen(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 14-10-2022 Everything was amazing from start to finish with this menu. Amazing staff, beautiful venue I highly recommend the price is amazing as well. Reviewed on 18-10-2022
Melissa lundgren(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 09-09-2022 10/10 recomend! The venue incredible, beautiful, and very well maintained. The staff is so nice, and very attentive to what you need to make your special day what you imagined. Every interaction with the staff was pleasant, and they shared their vast amount of knowledge and tricks to make your day run as smoothly as possible. I also 100% recommend the DJ, he is fun and energetic, and knows how to get people to the dance floor. Reviewed on 14-09-2022
Sydni Lewis(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 10-09-2022 Me and my husband have nothing but great things to say about the Rhapsody đ. They made it so easy to plan our big day on top of making it so easy and smooth to enjoy everything on our actually wedding day. Everyone there is so sweet and involved in the wedding planning process. The day of the wedding it was not supposed to rain until 7pm. Our ceremony was outdoors at 4:30, around 3:30ish maybe even later it began to rain and they had to move everything under the covered patio (which was still beautiful). It was minimal stress to us and they handled the change so well. We got so many compliments on the venue and how beautiful everything was. We highly recommend the Rhapsody and their staff. đ P.S. the photo booth is so much fun!! Definitely recommended getting this during your wedding. & 100% recommend Bryan to DJ! He did absolutely amazing from start to finish and even captured some amazing photos of me and my husband during our night! Holly was an amazing day of coordinator and helped the day go as smooth as possible. They all really made it the night of my dreams!! Reviewed on 13-09-2022
Mary Peck(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 21-05-2022 We had a great experience with the Rhapsody! We had both our ceremony and reception here. All the spaces at the Rhapsody are absolutely beautiful! The people there are extremely friendly, helpful, and low-pressure. They do all the setup, take down, and decorating, plus they provide a day-of wedding coordinator who makes sure everything runs smoothly. We also worked with Bryan, their in-house DJ. He was very fun, charismatic, and professional. He both MCed and DJed for the wedding and really worked to engage with our guests. He kept the dance floor full the entire night and helped make sure our guests had fun. Everyone at the Rhapsody helped us have the best wedding possible and all our guests had an amazing time. We highly recommend the Rhapsody! Reviewed on 11-08-2022
Jennie Delgado(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 16-07-2022 The Rhapsody was the venue of our dreams which became a reality when we got married here in July 2022! We immediately fell in love with the beautiful garden ceremony area, the waterfall, flower wall for pictures, and gorgeous ballroom. We wanted to get married outside in a garden and this was perfect for us. Also, having the covered patio as a backup option if it rained was a relief! Having our getting-ready areas, ceremony, and reception all in the same location made it so easy for us and our guests. The fact that this is a family-owned business really made it special. We worked with Rita and Bryan (owner/mother and son) as well as Steph (day-of coordinator that they provided for us) and they were spectacular at helping us with whatever we needed. Bryan was also our DJ and we wouldnât have wanted it any other way - love the way he mixes his music and the presence he brings! There is a Google Drive that they share with you that contains so much helpful information that we used as well. We got the centerpiece package from them where we got to design all the centerpieces and table colors and on the day of they set up AND took down all the tables - which took a load off of us and our family at the end of the night. Honestly, we will miss our meetings at the Rhapsody! We are so glad we chose The Rhapsody for our wedding and would highly recommend this venue! Reviewed on 10-08-2022
Hilary Griffith(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 29-05-2022 When searching for a venue, the main features we looked for were having a ceremony and reception at the same venue as well as having a back up plan if it rained. We wanted an outdoor ceremony! The Rhapsody has the best rain backup plan in the Kansas City area. Luckily, it didn't rain during my ceremony and we were married outside. However, I knew if it did we could get married beneath a covered patio with a waterfall! The venue is gorgeous and included several amenities at no extra cost, such as a flower wall, simple table decorations, table cloths, our names projected on the wall, floral decorations in the reception area and a day of coordinator. Rita, Bryan and Steph were the dream team! They worked with me to complete our vision and were extremely proactive in their communication! Also, Rita, provided advice based on her experience in the wedding industry! We did have a small hiccup of air condition issues in the bridal cottage. However, they quickly brought in fans and helped work through the issue. Bryan was our DJ as well! He had about a two hour meeting prior to our wedding and discussed everything. I'm a constant song changer in the car and he made a fast mix. Our guests loved him! Reviewed on 08-06-2022
Abigail Meyer(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 24-04-2022 As the bride I loved my experience with the Rhapsody you get so much for your budget, from the coordinater, chairs and tables and set up and take down. Bryan worked with me so much to help plan the details of my wedding and our coordinater Holly was amazing at keeping everything on track and taking care of things for us! She also did well at accept my high maintenance type A personality. We did a decoration floral package with the rhapsody and it was honestly a steal for what we got and it was amazingly beautiful. They have so many resources they let you use such as stands for our welcome signs and we used their big connect 4 and corn holl! They were super flexible with my payment schedule when I couldnât work for two weeks because of Covid. My only slightly negative experience was there being some miscommunication with payment due dates and changes in details. But overall an amazing experience! Reviewed on 03-05-2022
Alexander Carpenter(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 22-01-2022 This venue was the perfect place for our perfect day and they made it happen. This venue is family own and operated and we definitely got that treatment. We highly advise taking all of their additions and options for a wedding. We got the best floral arrangement, in-house DJ, and mirror photo booth. The florist, Rita, did all of our flowers for the day and even our wedding party flowers and boquet. Everything was perfect and exactly what we were wanting! She worked through how we wanted it set up, how we wanted our archway to be decorated, and even more! The in-house DJ, Brian, is one of the best we have ever seen. We have now been to a few weddings and none come close to him! Many of our friends and family thought he was amazing and would want him at theirs. The mirror photo booth was also amazing. Many of our guests used it and we can easily go through those photos. It was so cool and easy to use for our guests! During the planning phase, all members of the venue helped us and had multiple meetings to make sure everything was correct. Overall, this family-owned venue is the best place to have your wedding! We do not regret it one bit and will always remember our perfect day. The Rhapsody made it come true for us! Reviewed on 10-04-2022
Brittney Spencer(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 12-11-2021 The Rhapsody was a wonderful place to get married! It has several beautiful options when it comes to the location of the ceremony on the premises, you can get married at the pergola, under their patio, or indoors, so there are plenty of backup options in case weather is an issue. It almost was an issue on my wedding day, as that was probably the only thing that happened that day that I remember being upsetting (and that was not the Rhapsodyâs fault, obviously!) If anything, the staff at the Rhapsody handled the situation wonderfully. Bryan was our planner from the beginning and knew I was really dreaming of getting married in front of the pergola with that diamond curtain. The weather wasnât ideal, it was 45 and chilly with some snow flakes. My girls werenât dressed to be in the cold, but everyone convinced me that the guests and our wedding party would be fine spending 20 mins outside for the ceremony. Everyone waited inside until about 5 mins before the start, and we were all back into the reception hall quickly and warmed up. Iâm so happy our day-of coordinator (Kaci), Bryan, and our Photographer (who is a longtime vendor of the Rhapsody) Angela Shipps convinced me that the outdoor ceremony was the best bet. Bryan was our in-house DJ, and did a great job keeping everyone engaged and kept the party going all night. He played all the music we wanted (and left out some we specifically asked him NOT to play) and he was very attentive to how we were doing all night. All transitions were smooth between all the first dances/games/open dance floor. The only feedback weâve heard from our guests is there were some songs they had suggested that he didnât play. Thereâs probably not one DJ that has every song that anyone can think of - so I would only suggest to keep working on broadening your library!Overall, the planning process went smoothly for the most part. As with anything, make sure you keep a good line of communication open and know what exactly comes with what package and donât be scared to clarify when it comes to what youâll have to pay extra for. They suggest amazing vendors as well, we used Hy-Vee for our flowers/cake/catering and it was so easy! They were wonderful. Top Shelf was amazing as well, the bartender was a hit, and she was so accommodating to me and my husband. Thank you Rhapsody for a wonderful wedding!!! Reviewed on 28-03-2022
Jenna Collins(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 04-12-2021 I was completely blown away by our experience at the Rhapsody. Rita and her team made everything from booking to planning even the tiniest details of our ceremony and reception easy and stress-free. We started searching for venues rather early in the process (started planning Summer of 2020, got married in December 2021) because we were worried about the effect COVID would have on availability. The gang at the Rhapsody were fantastic about working with us to find a date in the time frame we wanted and then ensuring we had all of the important planning dates and information along the way. The information you receive when you book, as well as the information you receive in your Google Drive is incredibly helpful to help with your decisions and planning process. I really can't say enough about how easy Rita and her team made planning our wedding. It was virtually stress-free.Our day-of-coordinator, Stephanie, was a gem. She made sure we were able to see my vision for the ceremony come to life and it was stunning. She was super patient with all of my questions, and most importantly, she made sure I didn't have to worry about a thing the day of the wedding. I highly recommend adding on one of the flower packages. You'd be hard-pressed to match the Rhapsody's price at a different vendor and Rita does a beautiful job with the flower arrangements. Plus, it frees you up from worrying about coordinating with yet another vendor, or about setting up / tearing down those decorations yourself the day of the ceremony. I unfortunately can't speak to the in-house DJ because we ended up using a different DJ service for the reception. This isn't a reflection on Bryan at all, we simply got lucky a few weeks before booking The Rhapsody and locked in an unbeatable deal with a different DJ. The Rhapsody team made it super easy for our DJ to set up and operate, though. Reviewed on 25-01-2022
Nakeya Escagne(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 17-09-2021 I highly recommend this venue. The staff was extremely friendly and very professional. The DJ did an amazing job. The wedding coordinator Stephanie was so sweet and did great keeping my wedding party in line, and trust me that wasnât easy. Miss Rita went above and beyond to execute my vision and she actually exceeded my expectations! I thank them from the bottom of my heart I canât think of one issue that I had other than me forgetting to put my veil over my face! Other than that the night was absolutely perfect and I constantly keep playing it over and over again in my head the venue was so clean And the outside bar was a really good addition we didnât have to worry about any bugs either so that was a plus as well. Reviewed on 13-10-2021
Mariah Thomas(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 14-08-2021 This venue is amazing. From the ownership and staff, to the event space and decor options, they impressed me at every level. I had my wedding/reception there on 8/14/21 and it was the most magical day and I have to give The Rhapsody credit for a lot of that! From the very beginning, Rita and Bryan (owners) worked directly with my husband and I on wedding prep details and planning. They covered every aspect of our special day (area for the ceremony, decor, music, schedule, vendors, etc.) and made sure we had a plan for everything and all of our questions were answered. They allowed us to meet with them numerous times and they even hosted workshops throughout the year to help couples preparing for their special day. Our wedding was originally planned for 8/8/20, but with COVID really on the rise then, Rita and Bryan allowed us to push out our date for no additional cost. They were very accommodating and understanding. We used Rita for our centerpieces by purchasing one of their special packages and she did a great job! They were so beautiful. We also used Bryan as our DJ and he really helped get the party started and keep it going all night long! All in all, if you're looking for a beautiful venue (pergola, covered patio, reception hall), great ownership and staff, help coordinating your special day, and a real good time, The Rhapsody is the place for you! I'd recommend them to anyone! Thank you for making my day so beautiful, I'll never forget it! â€ïž Reviewed on 12-10-2021
Karen Johnston(other)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 01-10-2021 Can't thank the owners and workers enough my daughters reception was here and was so wonderful. Had so many compliments. It's pretty place it's elegant classy. They have a beautiful outdoor covered huge patio with bar for our cocktail hour and people could go outside and inside. If your looking for a pretty venue check it out! Thanks Rita, Brian and Stephanie. Also Brian is a DJ too and does awesome work at that' Reviewed on 05-10-2021
Jessica Jacobo(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 12-06-2021 The Rhapsody and I will say this over and over, is truly amazing. Book them, book their Dj, book their photo booth, book it all. lol. They are there to make your day every bit of special, stress free, and fun! Their space is GORGEOUS, clean, and very spacious. My husband and I canât thank them enough for everything they done for us to make our day so perfect. đ€ Reviewed on 30-07-2021
Tay Goud(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 18-06-2021 From the beginning of the touring and booking process the Rhapsody and staff were the total package! As a bride, I was looking for a space that could do both ceremony and reception within the same venue and offered a fair amount of time to have the event space. The Rhapsody has all their bases covered from custom in house decorations and flower packages, in house DJ availability, photo booth, private areas for prewedding activity, beautiful indoor/outdoor space, making it easy to \"say yes\" to the venue. My wedding day was a dream, I recommend the Rhapsody Event Space without hesitation. Reviewed on 27-07-2021
Denita Hoard(other)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 18-06-2021 This was my daughter's (and now son-in law) wedding. The Rhapsody went above and beyond to make their day special. Planning a wedding is stressful! Mrs. Rita was very patient, pleasant, and kind to work with. We changed our plan, seating chart, and minor details several times. Each time we were met with a smile. We never felt like we were just \"another wedding/business deal\". Brian, was amazing. We initially met with him and he too made us feel like we would be missing out if we didn't choose Rhapsody for their special day. :) Casey, our coordinator the day of the ceremony, all I can say is she was a jewel. She made sure that every detail flowed as calm water. She was cool and patient. Which was very important because we had a big party and it was hot! I can't say enough good things about our experience. From the decorations, ambience, diamond wall, photo booth, outdoor patio etc.it was perfect! Hands down, we chose the right venue. To all the Rhapsody staff, THANK YOU! Reviewed on 16-07-2021
Debbie Mummaw(other)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 30-04-2021 Our daughters wedding was at The Rhapsody in Independence Missouri April 30th. We had to reschedule the date twice due to the pandemic. We originally had it on a Saturday but ended up with a Friday due to the volume of weddings being rescheduled. We are so happy we had it on a Friday. Worked out well for our out-of-town guest and gave us time on Saturday to spend time together. We loved the decorations and fresh flower arrangements that owner Rita made. Highly recommend Bryan the DJ. He prepared Brooke and Lee with itinerary for the entire wedding. He laid out what was needed to keep the wedding reception moving and how to ensure they had time to thank each guest. He spliced some music together for them. He was very enthusiastic and professional. Stephanie the wedding coordinator was organized and accommodating. She walked us through the entire ceremony. Kept the wedding party organized. She helped set up the live stream and helped keep photo booth operating. She also cleaned up several spills. At the end of the evening she made several bouquets out of the fresh flowers for our out-of-town guest. At the end of the evening when we were loading up our stuff one of the groomsmen made a comment this is the first time Iâve attended a wedding that had the least amount of stuff to load up. Its because The Rhapsody accommodated for most of our needs we didnât have to do anything it was wonderful. Iâve already had three people reach out to ask the price of the venue which I felt was very reasonable for everything that was provided and the professional guidance we received. Rita from the very beginning prepared us, set up meetings with us. Told us what to expect. Bryan and Stephanie complemented by providing us with their professional guidance during their meetings. Best decision we made. Highly recommended Deb. Reviewed on 06-05-2021
Kaitlin Hackett(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 24-04-2021 The Rhapsody goes above and beyond any expectations you have. They were absolutely phenomenal people to work with. We were involved in every step, the communication was fantastic. The coordinator they provided, Kaci, was outstanding! She was patient, knowledgeable, very easy to get along with, and made sure everything went smoothly for us. We decided to have Bryan, the in house DJ, DJ for us. He kept everything moving along and knew exactly how to handle the crowd! It was absolutely beautiful! My guests has an amazing time! I cannot say thank you enough for everything they have done!! Reviewed on 25-04-2021
Nikki Bowman(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 27-03-2021 I recently married the love of my life at The Rhapsody and it was an absolute dream come true. Rita and the rest of the staff paid close attention to details, handled most of the planning, were flexible, and cared about making sure everything was exactly how we wanted it to be. I felt like I was the number one priority and had so much support with planning. On our wedding day, my husband and I were able to focus on enjoying every moment rather than feeling stressed or having to ask family members to help us set up or manage vendors. Rita (owner and florist), Bryan (DJ), and Kaci (wedding coordinator) were all enthusiastic, organized, and communicated effectively. We received countless compliments from family and friends both in attendance and online. I toured several local venues before finding the Rhapsody and I am so glad I did not settle for somewhere else before finding this gem. We cannot recommend The Rhapsody enough! If I could give extra stars I would because this venue did not disappoint in any way and I was blown away by how incredible the location, decorations, flowers, music, photo booth, bridal cottage, groom's villa, photo ops, and team of staff dedicated were. Reviewed on 10-04-2021
Haley Tanuvasa(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 12-12-2020 Wow, The Rhapsody made everything so easy and stress free! When we set the date, The Rhapsody provided many recommendations on officiants, bartenders, catering (meal and dessert), and more. They offer different packages which is nice so it gives you the opportunity to choose what works for your budget. We chose staff from The Rhapsody for floral and the DJ. Best decision we made. They are so experienced and know the in and outs of the business. Would 100% recommend them!! Thank you Rhapsody for a memorable and perfect day! Reviewed on 19-12-2020
Andrea Chute(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 17-10-2020 Everyone at The Rhapsody is great to work with, it truly does feel like you're part of the family. The decorations were beautiful and exactly what I wanted, and I can't say enough about Bryan the DJ. Everyone at the venue puts in so much work to make sure the wedding goes as smoothly and stress free as possible. Everyone at the wedding had great things to say about the venue and how gorgeous it is. I highly recommend this to anyone hosting a wedding in the KC area! Reviewed on 20-10-2020
Monica Bledsoe(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 05-09-2020 Where do I start with how to describe how awesome this venue is? The Rhapsody is family owned and you can tell their entire heart is into their business and providing quality services to brides/grooms. The Rhapsody essentially brought my dream wedding to life at an affordable cost. I am usually very hands on but planning a wedding can easily become overwhelming if you are like me and try to take on too much. I was able to give up some control and communicate to the Rhapsody team exactly what I wanted and they beautifully executed everything! The venue has potential to work with a variety of budgets and can be as all-inclusive or as DIY as you would like. I personally chose the upgraded centerpiece design package and felt like it was a reasonable cost for all the extras you get for the venue to help recreate those Pinterest designs you fall in love with. Not only does Rhapsody provide a beautiful venue space but they also provide so much guidance and planning tools to keep scattered brides/grooms organized. I used every spreadsheet, booklet and document that they provide to all couples to stay on task and keep all my vendors on the same page! Would recommend this Venue to any couple planning a wedding in the Kansas City area! Reviewed on 15-09-2020
Kayla Soto(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 22-08-2020 We had our amazing wedding at The Rhapsody on August 22, 2020. It was fantastic. I found the venue online and after a tour, I absolutely knew we had to have our wedding there. Rita was fantastic to work with. Kaci and Anna were AMAZING the weeks before and day of our wedding. Everyone was so helpful, responsive, and took the time to answer all my questions and quell all of my fears. We splurged half of our budget on The Rhapsody and it was worth every penny. We went with the basic package and I was worried it would be too little but it was PERFECT! Not only do they take care of decorations, centerpieces, and clean-up, but the amount of time you get and the Grooms Room and Bridal Cottage. The decorations and centerpieces were beautiful, the photobooth was a huge hit! The venue is absolutely breathtaking. I wish I could go back and have another photoshoot with just my husband and I. They try to make your wedding as smooth as possible which was perfect since I planned ours myself. We received a folder of planning information, layouts, templates for timelines, it was great. Rita went above and beyond to make our wedding fantastic. My family was suspicious of our Game of Thrones theme but it went so well in this venue all of our guests raved about the elegance of the venue and decorations. I want to go back and relive this day so much!! The Rhapsody is THE place to have your wedding or event. Reviewed on 09-09-2020
Lisa Spellman(parent)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 14-08-2020 This venue is beautiful and everyone who works at The Rhapsody is very friendly, helpful, and professional. Our daughter's wedding was perfect and all of our guests were very impressed with The Rhapsody! Reviewed on 19-08-2020
Jake Miller(groom)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 03-07-2020 The Rhapsody and the entire Scherer family is absolutely amazing! They are incredibly helpful and will work with you every step of the way throughout the planning process. Beyond the family, their staff is amazing and were all over the place during our wedding making sure everything was running smoothly. After our first venue went bankrupt Rita was so sweet and welcomed us in with open arms, helping to settle our fears and calm our nerves. Then throughout this pandemic it's so obvious how much they care about their couples, everything from keeping us up to date on the most recent policy changes to 1am nights the week of discussing last minute safety measures we need to take. I can't express enough how grateful we were that we found The Rhapsody and how blown away you will be if you book with them. The are outstanding and really truly just good, honest folk. Reviewed on 09-07-2020
Angleique Jungmeyer(parent)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 26-10-2019 I can't say enough about The Rhapsody! The venue and grounds are simply beautiful, with three distinct spaces for guests to enjoy, the garden area (where my daughter's ceremony was held), the piazza-style terrace with waterfall and fireplace, and the gorgeous ballroom. That's not even mentioning the wonderful bridal cottage and groom's area. They have truly thought of everything! Rita, her family, and staff are top notch and there for you every step of the way! When we first considered The Rhapsody, I thought the price was a little on the high side, but once I realized what a special place it was and all of the extras that are included, I quickly realized what a great value it is, as well. The only slightly negative thing I can even think of is that I would have liked to be able to hold the rehearsal on Friday, instead of Thursday, but I understand their schedule and it wasn't a big deal. Definitely check out The Rhapsody for any event, it really is a hidden gem! Reviewed on 22-11-2019
Russell Allen(groom)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 17-11-2019 The Rhapsody was amazing and easy to work with. They made everything so much less stressful. There were numerous options to choose from and the day of our event was flawless! Reviewed on 19-11-2019
Jordan Stark(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 06-10-2019 Our original venue closed 8 week prior to our wedding, and we were frantic. The entire staff at The Rhapsody was so helpful and accommodating. They truly care about their couples and go above and beyond. We had their in house florist do all our arrangements, and she did a beautiful job. They even have a day of coordinator, who keeps everything and everyone on track. The bridal cottage was a HUGE help. I had seven bridesmaids and we were able to get ready together and not feel cramped. If you need a venue, this is the place. Reviewed on 18-10-2019
Kennedy Germann(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 05-10-2019 The staff at the rhapsody was very thoughtful and committed to what the bride and groom wanted! They are very down to earth people and want what is best for the happy couple. Rita, Kaci, and Bryan helped us with our event. All three of them were very kind, and extremely helpful to have on our side during this process. Kaci was our wedding planner and she did everything she said she would, and more! Bryan was our DJ for the reception and both sides of our families are still talking about how well he did. Rita did our bridal party flowers, and centerpiecesâ they were well over our expectations, and out of this world amazing! Below/attached are some pictures of decorations, and the cottage where the bridal party got ready in. My husband and I were very pleased with how our day went at the rhapsody. We highly recommend having both ceremony and reception at the rhapsody! Why go anywhere else, this place is amazing! Reviewed on 15-10-2019
Angela Gangl(parent)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 27-09-2019 We were looking at old mansions in KC for a wedding reception venue for months but their reviews were horrible. We didnât want a reception in cookie cutter hotel venue. Then we I went to the Open House for The Rhapsody in Independence, MO . Never expected to fall in love with a wedding venue when we toured the Rhapsody in 2018. The venue was so beautifully classic and unique. It has an old world Tuscany charm. The staff at the open house were so nice and helpful. We never expected such an elegant setting so close to home and great hotels for out of town guests. We booked it for the reception and as the year flew by we were informed of updates and improvements . The Rhapsody added a roof with lights and fans that covers their gorgeous patio, new flooring, new chairs, an outside fireplace, larger bar and a privacy fence. The Rhapsody just got better and better. At every turn throughout the year, if a problem came up in our planning, Rita Scherer at the Rhapsody either solved it or gave us great advice. Nothing phased her. She answered any question promptly and have us great alternatives. We saved money because Rhapsody has packages. Beautiful flowers in the wedding colors , set up, linens and a choice of many different centerpieces all included. Not only money saving but think of the time involved! We attended 7 family weddings through the US in 3 years. An informal poll was taken. Rhapsody won for best venue. I, as the MOB, voted it number one because itâs just not beautiful but the Scherer family went above and beyond in their customer service. We all felt we were working with family. We had no wedding coordinator since it was a reception after a destination wedding. If we forgot something or needed anything Brian was right there finding a solution . Brettâs Photo booth was so much fun. Brian won the family vote for best DJ of the 7 weddings. He met with the bride & groom and kept everything moving all night long.Bridal cottage is a must. We relaxed before the reception and just had fun. The red velvet settee is great for photos. So many places at this venue are great for photos- gardens, wall of flowers, arch and waterfall.Overall the Rhapsody has lots of fabulous space with a cozy elegant look. We are so thrilled about the way everything was handled. Even received our deposit back in a week! Thank you, Scherer family, we really appreciate all you did to make our daughter and new son-in-lawâs party special! We still have two unmarried children so we hope to see you soon! Reviewed on 12-10-2019
James Parkinson(parent)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 20-09-2019 My 1st daughters wedding was a terrifying logistical event that was made into an enjoyable experience due to the patience, attention to detail and personal attention of the Rhapsody owners and staff. This is a great venue that includes excellent people. I recommend the Rhaposody. I have experienced their commitment to making our event special and I am confident that you will experience the same Reviewed on 26-09-2019
Shawnna Fleenor(other)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 16-08-2019 This event space is a hidden gem! Many info our guests did not know it existed. Location is prefect. No searching for parking or fighting the traffic or noise that you deal with downtown. Beautiful pavilion and indoor and outdoor space. Bride house was great! Lots of room for everyone to get ready together. Rita, Brian and Staci were awesome to work with. Reviewed on 24-08-2019
Bethany Coon(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 15-06-2019 It was absolutely perfect! We loved all the staff but especially Brian and Kaci! They did an amazing job at keeping the day stress free! Brian was an awesome Dj, Iâve never seen a dance floor full the whole night. The venue is absolutely gorgeous. If you are looking for a Venue for your ceremony and reception then check out The Rhapsody, you wonât be disappointed! Reviewed on 27-06-2019
Lori Harding(parent)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 15-06-2019 We couldn't have asked for a better venue!! It was perfect at The Rhapsody! Rita and her family are great people! Bryan is excellent as the DJ and got everyone out dancing and having a fabulous time! Kaci was more than expected as the wedding coordinator! It was like having a best friend helping you with every detail. I am so happy we chose The Rhapsody for my daughter's gorgeous wedding!! You will not be disappointed if you choose this venue! Reviewed on 21-06-2019
Pamela Keen(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 14-06-2019 The staff at The Rhapsody house do a beautiful job. From giving you a top list of vendors to start with completely your choice thru the whole process right up to the end of your evening they made sure everything ran smoothly. Definitely recommend them them, I would definitely want them again!!!! Made our wonderful special!!!Thank you Rita, John Bryan and Anna on another successful wedding in the books!!! Reviewed on 17-06-2019
Robert Heacock(parent)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 01-06-2019 The Rhapsody made our dreams come true with our daughterâs wedding. Amazing outdoor space with beautiful decor. The staff were available and extremely helpful throughout the day. Exceptional value, where you know the owners and staff truly care about creating those life-Long memories, and is not just a business. I highly recommend this venue! Reviewed on 17-06-2019
LuAnn Heacock(parent)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 01-06-2019 The Rhapsody was so perfect for our daughterâs wedding. Even with the brief weather delay they handled all issues with the utmost professionalism and grace. We had many compliments of how beautiful the venue was decorated and set up. Thank you Rhapsody for an amazing, memorable day! Reviewed on 17-06-2019
Olivia Swanson(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 01-06-2019 Wow wow wow, this venue is truly the best ever!!!!! Family owned, genuine, gorgeous, and absolutely top notch! It is so obvious that they care about your individual wedding and want it to be exactly what youâve always dreamed - and for us, it most definitely was. They are a one stop shop with options to work with their in house DJ, include a photo booth and slideshow, linens, tables, set up, tear down, and even decorations and bridal flowers if you choose! They even have a bridal cottage and groomâs den on site for getting ready! They are honest, direct, and organized. We couldnât have asked for anything more, and we would choose this venue time and time again! Reviewed on 07-06-2019
Ashley Tindall(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 04-05-2019 From the moment we met with the staff at the Rhapsody we knew they were perfect for our big day. The owners and staff are beyond accommodating. They went out of their way to ensure every single last detail was accounted for and in order. My husband and I had the privilege of being the first couple to get married with their new outdoor expansion and the team made miracles happen to ensure it was ready and absolutely BEAUTIFUL for our big day. I canât thank Rita, Bryan, and Elizabeth enough. We had a flawless wedding day!! Reviewed on 26-05-2019
Dana Nyquist(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 02-11-2018 Hands down the best group to work with!! Family friendly group that made all the difference! The event space for an outdoor wedding in the middle of Independence MO at first seemed lame... BUT when we saw the altar and the BEAUTIFUL landscape it was breathtaking! Our wedding was November so the mums were in full bloom, leaves changing gorgeously and a nice mix of Holiday feel with some pine trees around the area! Highly recommend this vendor and group to work with! Book early, they book up fast. Reviewed on 27-11-2018
Lucy Vu(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 06-10-2018 Everyone worked so hard to make sure my wedding was absolutely perfect. The staff were extremely friendly and personable. I had a couple issues pop up and they accommodated my changes without hesitation. I would definitely recommend them! <3 Reviewed on 08-10-2018
Cassie McKinley(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 29-09-2018 The Rhapsody was amazing!!! They were always there to answer any questions. They decorated and made our day amazing!!! We had so many compliments on the decorations! Rita, Bryan, and Anna were amazing!!! The bridal cottage, and grooms suite were amazing to use to get ready! Bryan kept the music great and kept the dance floor full!! They are a great and would recommend them to anyone!!! Was a huge relief to not have to worry about center pieces or decorations because they took care of all of it!!! Thank you so much again! Reviewed on 07-10-2018
Brittany Edwards(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 26-05-2018 We used âThe Rhapsodyâ Wedding Chapel and Reception Venue for our Wedding in May and we are extremely pleased with how our day turned out. The venue was more than accommodating of all our needs and wants and their communication was top notch, answering any and all questions we had leading up to the day.Whatâs more, they also made the day easy by providing the tables, chairs, center pieces, floral designs, photo booth, and DJ for our reception. The reception hall held our party of 100 comfortably and never felt crowded.The people at âThe Rhapsodyâ are great, specifically Elizabeth and Bryan. Elizabeth was our Ceremony coordinator and she made sure that the ceremony went off without a hitch, and went above and beyond what was expected of someone in her position. She took so much stress off the bridal party that it made the day that much better. Bryan was our Dj and reception MC and kept the party going with great music and fun games and dances. Just like Elizabeth, Bryan made the reception easy on us and we never once felt overwhelmed or pressured on the day.We canât speak highly enough of Rhapsody and would encourage anyone to use them for their big day as well! Thanks Rhapsody! Reviewed on 23-08-2018
Tommy Roustio(groom)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 16-09-2019 My wife and I recently had our reception at The Rhapsody. We are both very impressed with the service and space provided to us. All the staff members are responsive and communicate in a timely manner. The different packages they offer are very clearly lined out, so itâs easy to get exactly what you want for your special day. Our DJ, Bryan, did an awesome job making the whole night go smoothly. If you are looking for a great time in a beautiful venue, I strongly recommend The Rhapsody. Reviewed on 16-07-2018
Macoshia Williams(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 05-05-2018 I had my reception at the Rhapsody in May 2018. The space is beautiful inside and out. The experience was wonderful. Ms. Rita and the rest of the staff are very pleasant and easy to work with. She was so helpful and able to accommodate all of my request. I am completely satisfied!! Reviewed on 19-06-2018
Beth Shands(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 18-08-2019 Hands down, the best wedding venue!!! The wedding started on time, everything was taken care of, Brian and Amanda took care of every need!!! They made us feel like we were friends in every way possible! Everything went smoothly, it was beautiful inside and out. It was worth every penny to have the wedding there! We will be back for our other son's wedding!!! Reviewed on 18-06-2018
Robin White(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 01-06-2018 Got married here on June 1st, 2018 with an outdoor garden ceremony & an indoor reception & it was amazing! Their garden is beautiful w/ flowers everywhere & a waterfall. The indoor hall is beautiful & fancy looking. The staff is amazing! Rita (the owner) is the sweetest lady you will ever meet. Her friendliness & positive attitude are another reason that I knew that I had to lock in the venue & it & she did not dissapoint. She decorated the archways in the venue & the pergola outside that we got married under with these beautiful floral arrangements that I'm still getting complements about. She has so much much knowledge & experience that she is happy to share that made things easier on me. She gave us a folder with a bunch of recommendations on wedding venders (caterers, officiant, bartender, etc.) that helped us out tremendously. She also provided us with a list of hotels & near by restaurants for wedding guests who were traveling in from out of town. She provided us with a wedding day/wedding rehearsal coordinator that was a life saver. Her name was Elizabeth Rush & she was a God send & I can't imagine how my wedding would've turned out without her. They had an in-house DJ that we decided to use who was awesome & kept all my guests engaged & entertained. If you want your wedding to be as close to perfect as possible, Rita & The Rhapsody should definitely be your choice! Reviewed on 12-06-2018
Morgan Briner(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 09-06-2018 So yourself a favor and book here with Bryan as the DJ and it will be amazing. Reviewed on 10-06-2018
knottie98834915c814dc51 (bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 02-12-2018 We recently had our wedding and reception at the Rhapsody and let me just say not only did they meet my expectations but they exceeded them by FAR!! I can not think of one thing I would change about my experience there! Rita was amazing leading up to the day!! No matter what question I had, big or small she would help in SUCH a timely manner!! Bryan was our DJ and was awesome!! We had so many compliments on him! Liz was our DOC and she was the absolute BEST. I was not stressed one time the evening before or the day of and I know that is because of all her hard work and attention to detail!!! Even though I felt like a very organized bride, they helped in ways I didn't even know I would need help in!! If you're considering The Rhapsody, do it!!! Reviewed on 15-05-2018
Samantha Jennings(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 02-07-2019 We had a beauitful wedding at the Rhapsody on 04-27-18. The payment option made it very affordable. Rita the owner was wonderful everything was well put together and organized. Our coordinator went above and beyond to make sure our big day was the greatest. We also added the photo booth which was a big success and made lots of funny memories with all of are guest. I would also recommend Bryan Rita son for your dj. He keep the party alive. Reviewed on 02-05-2018
Bryanna Winkler(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 10-03-2018 The venue was gorgeous! The staff did amazing and made sure we were happy with every detail through the entire process!! I have nothing but good things to say and have told many people about our experience!! Reviewed on 12-03-2018
Veronica Holmes(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 19-01-2019 The Rhapsody is the best place to have your wedding!! From beginning to end was perfect! Reviewed on 19-11-2017
Vernon Bledsoe(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 24-09-2017 The Rhapsody provides a beautiful outdoor ceremony and indoor reception and catering set up. The rental price is more reasonable than any hall I've researched and you would have thought the rental price would be much pricier than what is offered. Additionally, this venue is a family owned and the owners genuinely care for your event and want to ensure you have the best experience they can provide. So needless to say, customer service is by far outstanding and extraordinary. They also have a cottage within walking distance for the bridal party to prep before the wedding. I highly recommend this venue to anyone who is looking for a memorable moment...the whole day was captivating. Thank you to Ms. Rita and her family!! Reviewed on 27-09-2017
Alicia McKnight(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 29-07-2017 Hello, I got married at the Rhapsody on July 29, 2017. All I can say is OMG! I am still amazed at how Rita and her family made my vision come true. Bryan was amazing and help us out in any way he could. Elizabeth was my day or coordinator, and I must say she did a heck of a job! Our weeding was a dram come true. Even with all of the changes and mishaps we had. This experience was truly amazing. I feel like I have gained my family from another mother. Although I don't miss the planning, I would totally redo my wedding just to have a 10 star experience with my My Rhapsody family again. I would highly recommend the Rhapsody to anyone looking for a family orientated venue for their needs! Thanks to my Rhapsody family, Alicia McKnight- Burns Reviewed on 04-08-2017
Riesha Cooper(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 08-07-2017 I recommend The Rhapsody venue to Any and every bride that comes my way! Rita was so awesome and our day was more beautiful than I could ever imagine. She truly made my dream come to life. To any bride that wants a stress free wedding I highly recommend the Rhapsody nothing but good things to say about this venue & the owner. Reviewed on 31-07-2017
Daniel Satterwhite(groom)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 21-08-2018 Over all this business captured perfection on every angle from the beauty of the decorations to the performance driven personality of the D.J. I strongly recommend this venue to any one who is looking for a spectacular event full of breath taking moments for their special wedding. Reviewed on 21-06-2017
Rachel Satterwhite(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 20-08-2018 I couldn't be more happy with the job Rhapsody did helping us plan our wedding. Everything was beautiful from the hall to the flowers to the garden. Rita and her staff were friendly and caring. They went the extra mile to assure everything was perfect. All the guests loved the decorations. Brian the DJ was a lot of fun and kept the party rolling. The coordinators were awesome. We couldn't have done it without them. I highly recommend them. They were wonderful to work with. Reviewed on 20-06-2017
Regie Milburn(wedding party)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 20-08-2018 Great experience, they handled everything beautifully and worked with us to meet all our needs. All the guests loved the decorations and the venue. Many, many compliments from all the guests. The DJ, Brian, was awesome as were the wedding coordinators. Extremely friendly and made everything a joy for us, the stressed out parents of the bride. Rita was always available and willing to work with us and keep us on track. She also did the wedding flowers and they were beautiful. Five stars is not enough for the great job they did. Reviewed on 20-06-2017
Jasmine Velarde(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 11-06-2017 My wedding was AMAZING here. I am so happy I chose to work with them because Rita and her staff made sure that my big day was PERFECT. The in house Dj was perfect and very versatile. He knows exactly what he is doing. The coordinator Liz was even amazing and she made sure my day went smoothly and that I was stress free. I didn't have to worry about anything and that was perfect. I really had nothing to worry about. It is very obvious that ALL of the staff are highly EXPERIENCED. My wedding day was really a fairy tale wedding and the set up was EVERYTHING that I always dreamt it to be. They did an amazing job! Thank you so much. I am OVERLY satisfied. I wish I could give 100 stars. Reviewed on 18-06-2017
Amy O'Brien(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 07-08-2018 What a magical and wonderful venue, I was talking the Rhapsody up before my wedding, but after I had even more great things to say about all of the dedicated staff and the beautiful atmosphere that they provided for me and my new husband's big day. I would recommend this venue to anybody⊠My husband and I had a year and a half to plan our wedding so I did a lot of research of many different venues all over the Kansas City Metro area and even as far as Lawrence and I couldn't be happier that I picked the rhapsody! Reviewed on 06-06-2017
Jamesha Hawkins(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 20-05-2017 Mrs. Rita and Mrs. Elizabeth you guys rock! I couldn't imagine having my wedding anywhere else. Thank you! for helping bring my dream wedding to reality. The entire staff was very pleasant and helpful. Mr. and Mrs. Hawkins 05/20/17 Reviewed on 24-05-2017
Lora H(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 06-07-2018 Absolutely amazing Reviewed on 06-05-2017
Ashleigh Robinson(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 17-12-2016 The Rhapsody made planning our wedding reception easy and stress free, and it was better than I ever could have imagined! Reviewed on 08-01-2017
Kennedy King(wedding party)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 01-01-2018 My sister was the Bride, myself a Bridesmaid. And we were both blown away with the help and services from The Rhapsody-Independence. Rita and the rest of the crew were willing to help with anything and everything to ensure the day was flawless. We loved the DJ, he knew how to keep everyone up and dancing which was great. Our day was fantastic, mostly due to the help from The Rhapsody. Highly recommend them to anyone searching for a venue with all 9 yards. We'll definitely be back. Reviewed on 31-10-2016
Katey Goddard(wedding party)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 01-01-2018 They did an awesome job. They were all very very nice people. They were willing to help with anything we needed. Would definitely recommend using them. Reviewed on 31-10-2016
Susan King(wedding party)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 30-12-2017 The Rhapsody was an A+ venue. Not only were the owners and staff professional, but kind and caring as well. Would definitely refer to friends and family. Reviewed on 30-10-2016
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Bryan Scherer (Manager)
Hello everyone! My name is Bryan Scherer, I am the Building Manager/In House DJ for The Rhapsody. That is my beautiful wife, Amanda, on the left. (Yes! We were married at The Rhapsody!đ) Chances are, when you schedule a tour at The Rhapsody, you will meet me first! You will also meet my mother, Rita. She is the head florist. We are a family owned and operated wedding venue that has delivered over 800 custom dream weddings since 2008. Weddings are truly our passion. Let us show you!!Any questions, feel free to give us a call! 816-795-0777CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR ENGAGEMENT!!