Your wedding venue sets the stage for your entire celebration and choosing the perfect venue might be one of the most important wedding planning decisions you make! There are so many considerations when it comes to choosing your wedding venue: capacity, location, style, and of course the different unique features you’ve been dreaming of. To help you with your decision, we’ve compiled a list of our favourite Alberta wedding venues for every size and style of wedding.
This list of Alberta wedding venues features different styles: whether you’re looking for something sophisticated and elegant, industrial and modern, distinct and contemporary, rustic chic, or natural and tented, we’ve got you covered!
Venue Style:
Sophisticated & Elegant
Azuridge Estate Hotel
A luxury boutique Estate Hotel, Azuridge is nestled in the Alberta Foothills, just 20 minutes outside of Calgary.
Photo Credit: (top) Azuridge Estate Hotel; (bottom left) Kaity Body Photography; (bottom middle) Kaity Body Photography; (bottom right) Emily Exon Photography
Venue Location
Foothills
Venue Capacity
250
Venue Features
guest accommodations
outdoor ceremony space
bridal & groom’s suite
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Fairmont Hotel Macdonald
Extravagant ballrooms with soaring ceilings, crystal chandeliers and romantic architecture provide the perfect backdrop for the day you’ve always dreamed of.
Photo Credit: (top) Fairmont Hotel Macdonald; (bottom) Minted Photography
Venue Location
Edmonton
Venue Capacity
80 – 300
Venue Features
Balcony Ceremony Space
Grand Ballroom
Guest Accommodations
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Sparrow Lane Events
Where luxury meets the countryside and the ultimate location for you to celebrate your love. Modern and sophisticated, this space was created with you and your ‘I do’s in mind.
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Venue Location
Spruce Grove
Venue Capacity
330
Venue Features
Bridal Suite
Fireplace
Outdoor Ceremony Space
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Norland Historic Estate
Secluded on nine acres of beautifully landscaped grounds in Lethbridge, Alberta, The Norland Historic Estate is a stunning venue for any occasion.
Photo Credit: (top) Nikki Collette Photography; (bottom left) Kaity Body Photography; (bottom middle) Kaity Body Photography; (bottom right) Nikki Collette Photography.
Venue Location
Lethbridge
Venue Capacity
300
Venue Features
Gazebo
Outdoor Ceremony Space
Limited Accommodations
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Venue Style:
Industrial & Modern
52 North
52 North Venue has an industrial-chic design and sits on a private 7 acres with the perfect contrast of private outdoor space and an urban-vibe building.
Photo Credit: All photos by Candy Koated Studios
Venue Location
Sylvan Lake
Venue Capacity
220-260
Venue Features
Outdoor Ceremony Space
Bridal Suite
Limited Accommodations
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Foundry Room
Foundry Room offers several all-inclusive packages that include in-house catering, one of a kind rentals, photography packages, as well as an event design specialist to bring your event to life.
Photo Credit: (top) Foundry Room; (bottom left) Minted Photography; (bottom middle) Minted Photography; (bottom right) Haley Erdegard
Venue Location
Edmonton
Venue Capacity
150-200
Venue Features
High Ceilings
Downtown Location
Exposed Brick
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The Garret
The Garret is a loft style venue featuring exposed brick, hardwood flooring, and a modern open concept kitchen.
Photo Credit: (top) Christy D Swanberg Photography; (bottom left + middle) Daria Laine Photography; (bottom right) Steph Hansen Photography.
Venue Location
Calgary
Venue Capacity
100
Venue Features
Grand Piano
Kitchen
Downtown
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Hudson
Simple and sophisticated, the open concept venue is well-suited for a diverse range of occasions from high-profile galas and romantic weddings to intimate celebrations.
Photo Credit: (top) Hudson; (bottom left) Kristyn Harder; (bottom middle) Hudson; (bottom right) Tara Whittaker Photography.
Venue Location
Calgary
Venue Capacity
300 – 600
Venue Features
Bridal Suite
Multiple Event Spaces
Downtown Location
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The Pioneer
With features like exposed brick and original sand-stone, concrete flooring, scaling windows, a picturesque floating iron staircase, and a retractable glass and iron wall, the Pioneer offers one of the most stunning, customizable and versatile event venues in the city.
Photo Credit: (top) Nicole Field Photography; (bottom left) Jennifer Chabot Photography; (bottom middle + right) Jade Gabrielle
Venue Location
Calgary
Venue Capacity
150 – 300
Venue Features
Exposed Brick
Downtown
Multiple Event Spaces
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Venue Style:
Distinct & Contemporary
Alchemy Bar
From cocktail parties to bridal showers and elegant weddings, Alchemy is one of Edmonton’s newest venues for private events, featuring Instagrammable design elements, an extensive cocktail menu, and a range of chef-inspired bites.
Photo Credit: (top) Alchemy; (bottom left) Deanna C Photography; (bottom middle) Moments in Digital Photography; (bottom right) Alchemy
Venue Location
Edmonton
Venue Capacity
100 – 150
Venue Features
Outdoor Ceremony Space
Bar & Lounge
Extra High Ceilings
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Tin Roof Event Centre
This blank-slate venue boasts vaulted ceilings, gorgeous lighting and large windows overlooking an incredible view that will take your breath away.
Photo Credit: All photos by Love and Be Loved
Venue Location
Lacombe
Venue Capacity
245
Venue Features
High Ceilings
Natural Light
Patio Space
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Venue 308
Located in a historic warehouse in Calgary’s beltline, Venue 308 has designed a space catered thoughtfully to the modern bride.
Photo Credit: All photos by Bretton Grassie Photography
Venue Location
Calgary
Venue Capacity
125 – 250
Venue Features
Bridal Suite
Groom Lounge
Bar & Lounge
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Venue Style:
Rustic Chic
Countryside Barn
Featuring a 100-year-old barn with thoughtfully completed updates, nestled on several stunning acres, this facility offers an unforgettable setting for weddings and other special events.
Photo Credit: All photos by Marley Felicia Photography
Venue Location
Lethbridge
Venue Capacity
250
Venue Features
Extra High Ceilings
Outdoor Ceremony Space
Bar & Lounge
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The Lakehouse
Perched directly above Lake Bonavista in Calgary with large glass windows overlooking the lake, The Lake House is home to one of Calgary’s finest and most creative restaurants as well as a unique setting for weddings.
Photo Credit: All photos by Red Bloom Photography
Venue Location
Calgary
Venue Capacity
190 – 250
Venue Features
Fireplace
Lake Views
Exposed Brick
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River Cafe
River Café sits in the heart of Prince’s Island Park – a unique restaurant housed in a space that felt as though it had always existed and belonged naturally in its setting along the Bow River.
Photo Credit: (top) River Cafe; (bottom left) Cassie’s Camera; (bottom middle and right) Shannon Yau
Venue Location
Calgary
Venue Capacity
95 – 150
Venue Features
Fireplace
Outdoor Garden
Bar & Lounge
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Venue Style:
Natural & Tented
Deane House
This award-winning waterfront restaurant and full-service venue offers a historic setting with lush gardens and a fantastic staff to create a wedding celebration that people will be talking about for years to come.
Photo Credit: (top) Kristyn Harder; (bottom left) Emily Michelson; (bottom middle) Katelyn Anne Photography (bottom right) Heidrich Photography
Venue Location
Calgary
Venue Capacity
220 – 500
Venue Features
Bridal Suite
Wedding Tent
Garden Space
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The Gathered
Scenic prairie views and rustic atmosphere make this an ideal place for your laid back wedding. Dine al fresco under a beautiful transparent tent with magical globe lighting.
Photo Credit: All photos by Ritz Photo & Film
Venue Location
Kathryn
Venue Capacity
140
Venue Features
Clearspan Tent
Bridal Suite
Outdoor Ceremony Space
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River’s Edge
River’s Edge is situated above the Northern Saskatchewan River and has the most exquisite views of the river from the ceremony location.
Photo Credit: (top) rendering (bottom photos) Nicole Ashley Photography
Venue Location
Devon
Venue Capacity
250
Venue Features
Bridal Suite
Dome Tent
Outdoor Garden
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Stewart Creek Golf Course
Stewart Creek is a charming venue, with sophisticated facilities, expert catering, and incomparable services. Boasting views of the stunning Rocky Mountains to create the perfect setting for your dream wedding celebration.
Photo Credit: (top) Orange Girl; (bottom left) Willow & Wolf; (bottom middle) Darren Roberts; (bottom right) Red Bloom Photography
Venue Location
Canmore
Venue Capacity
80
Venue Features
Mountain Views
Evening Shuttle Service
Outdoor Ceremony Space
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