Kelowna is a beautiful place to get married in. With blue skies, cascading mountains and lake views, the backdrop could not get any more gorgeous. Centered in wine country, many wedding venues are available on vineyards. Others are more rustic, featuring barns. There is so much variety in the wedding venues in Kelowna that there is an option for everybody. As Okanagan wedding photographers, we have had the privilege of photographing couples in many different venues and have come up with a few of our favorites to share.
Choosing a Kelowna Wedding Venue
When choosing a Kelowna wedding venue, there are a few things that you should keep in mind.
- Location. Do you want a winery? Modern feel? Antique/ vintage? Industrial? Beach wedding? Ballroom?
- Guest count. How many guests can you invite?
- Accommodation. Many wedding venues in Kelowna offer accommodation.
- Wedding planning. Some venues offer in-house planning.
- Is there a backup in the rare chance that it rains?
- Is there in-house catering?
This comprehensive list will help you to get an overview of some of the best Kelowna wedding venues.
Oak Estate Winery offers a stunning villa large enough for the whole wedding party to stay and get ready in.
Wedding Venues in Kelowna
Winery Wedding Venues
Summerhill Pyramid Winery
If you are looking for a high class, luxury winery wedding venue in Kelowna, this is it! There is even helicopter and limo access in case you’d like to do a grand entrance that nobody will forget. Summerhill Pyramid Winery offers 4 unique venues to choose from, including a ballroom, the Summerhill Pyramid (talk about a unique venue- a literal pyramid!), and two lawns. You can take a virtual tour on their website, here. Summerhill has been voted the Best of Kelowna wedding venue for multiple years in a row and includes event management that will make sure that every last detail is flawlessly executed on your wedding day.
Brook & Barn
If you’d like a winery wedding venue with a little country charm, then Brook & Barn is the venue for you. Keep in mind they’re booking 1.5- 2 years in advance- you’ll need to act fast if you want this venue! This working farm has been in operation for over 100 years, giving you heritage and depth. The venue offers a vineyard, orchard, barn, heritage buildings, dance room, and a view of Kelowna. Brook & Barn includes many of the things that you’ll need, including chairs, tables, wine barrels, an iron archway, and string light as well as parking including parking attendants. Another nice note about this venue is as they only allow limited bookings every year, you have the full weekend to set up, host your wedding, and then pack up the next day. You may bring in your own caterer or use one from their list of preferred vendors.
50th Parallel Estate
The 50th Parallel Estate is great option if you want to have a bigger wedding, as you can invite up to 350 guests. This Okanagan winery offers a stunning lakeview on its 61 acre property. It offers 5 different event spaces including an event centre, crush pad, gravity lounge, winery tank hall, and an outdoor infinity event pad that overlooks the lake. The winery tank hall is very unique- a large hall lined with towering wine tanks. Imagine having your reception dinner there! The 50th Parallel Estate additionally offers wedding planning, complete food & beverage services, a bridal suite and décor including wooden tables and chairs.
The Vibrant Vine
Located in West Kelowna, the Vibrant Wine is a gorgeous winery set in the hills that is perfect for weddings with up to 70-100 guests. The Lakeview Room & Terrace is, as the name suggests, a bright indoor room combined with a gorgeous terrace with stunning views of the winery, hills and lake; a perfect place to say your I-Do’s. The ‘Maple Avenue’ event space is surrounded by vines and has a canopy of beautiful maple trees, and is gorgeous in the fall. As a third venue, Jacko’s Lounge offers you the opportunity to wow your guests with live music and distinct ambience. The Vibrant Vine offers catering, event planning, rehearsal lunches and wine tastings.
Is a lakeview important to you?
CedarCreek
CedarCreek is a very elegant Kelowna winery wedding venue perfect for couples that want a modern vineyard feel to their wedding. Host a romantic wedding on the lawn in the garden under the stunning pergola. Then have delicious canapes made by the specialist chef & team of the winery in the ‘Pavilion’- a stylish, open air building with a modern but grounded feel. The ‘Homeblock’ is a modern building with deep roots thanks to its construction materials being partly made of reclaimed barnwood. Cedarcreek offers a very unique and special ‘Trust the Chef’ dinner menu, in which you allow the chef to build exquisite, seasonal dishes paired with Cedarcreek wines. Cedarcreek can accommodate 60-100 guests.
OAK ESTATE
Located on 5 acres in Summerland (half an hour south of Kelowna), Oak Estate is a popular choice for a reason. Oak Estate Vineyard overlooks Okanagan Lake with spectacular views each way. Most couples choose to get married on the lawn with the lake background, surrounded by the vineyard. Aesthetically pleasing décor includes wine barrels and string lights. You may use the patio for your bridal dinner. Rent the 6 bedroom villa for you and your wedding party to stay in and get ready in. It features huge windows with panoramic lake views. Oak Estate’s chef will work with you to create a menu for your stay including your rehearsal dinner and post wedding brunch.
HILLSIDE WINERY & BISTRO
Hillside Winery & Bistro in Naramata (about an hour south of Kelowna) will make you feel as if you are being married in Europe. It’s unique architecture, landscaping and patio look over vineyards and Okanagan Lake. There are indoor as well as outdoor seating options, including and upper and lower deck. The executive chef and award winning wine maker will design a unique meal that you and your guests will love. When it comes to winery wedding venues near Kelowna, this is definitely one you need to check out!
Covert Farms
How would you like to have a wedding in a barn? The timber log barn can accommodate up to 150 people, making for a gorgeous wedding with a country feel. Or, have a smaller wedding in the wine lounge. If that’s not enough variety, enjoy your ceremony right in the vineyard. Located in Oliver, south of Kelowna, Covert Farms offers wine tasting and charcuterie boards that will be sure to please your guests. Then they can enjoy lawn games as well as walks around the 650 acre agricultural farm and vineyard.
The Okanagan is known for it’s stunning vineyards.
Off The Grid Organic Winery
Imagine having your wedding ceremony and surrounded by 30- year old vines overlooking Okanagan Lake on a warm, sunny summer day. Off The Grid is a West Kelowna winery wedding venue that is a gorgeous venue for your ceremony with a cocktail party to follow. Their collections include a wine tasting prior to the ceremony, wine & cheese reception, a PA system, quality seating and décor. This is definitely a great choice for wine enthusiasts!
Three Sisters Winery
The Okanagan is known for it’s picturesque vineyards and wineries. Three Sisters Winery is a gorgeous wedding venue situated in a 7.5 acre vineyard. Your options include an intimate wedding in the tasting room, an outdoor wedding under the sky, or an outdoor tent. This venue can accommodate up to 300 guests. Your guests will love being able to drink the house wine while enjoying the views of the vineyards that created it.
Kelowna Resort Wedding Venues
Penticton Lakeside Resort
*Beachfront*
About an hour south of Kelowna, Penticton Lakeside resort is, as the name implies, in a beautiful lakeside location on Okanagan Lake. This is the perfect venue for the couples want an all-inclusive venue. An in-house event manager & coordinator will help ensure the day runs smoothly. The resort offers With a capacity of 1100 people in the two ballrooms, you can hold the big wedding of your dreams. Or if you’re looking for a smaller more intimate ceremony, enjoy one of it’s garden or lakeside venues. The resort also offers gourmet catering. Do your guests need somewhere to stay? Enjoy discounted rates from the hotel.
God’s Mountain Estate
*Beachfront*
God’s Mountain Estate is a luxury wedding venue located south of Kelowna in Penticton that offers ceremonies right on the shore of Skaha Lake. This is a wedding venue your guests will not soon forget. The penthouse is available for couples to use to get ready as they take in the views of the lake. This venue is perfect for the couples who want an intimate wedding, as it accommodates up to 45 guests.
Sandy Beach Lodge
*Beachfront*
Sandy Beach Lodge is a located South of Kelowna in Naramata. It is a wedding venue that offers both a complete wedding experience as well as lodging for you and your guests within the lodge and the property’s cottages. You can be married right on beach with the option of renting tents, or in the log cabin venue for a rustic experience. The outdoor venue can accommodate up to 80 guests. The indoor venue can accommodate up to 40 guests. Okanagan Lake will be a breathtaking backdrop as you say your vows!
Predator Ridge
*Golf Course*
Predator Ridge is a very popular Okanagan wedding venue. It has everything you could possibly look for in a wedding venue. The terrain is huge at 1200 acres and extremely varied: meadows, ponds, forest, and lakeview cliffs. You and your guests can stay in the resort, which includes many amenities including pools, tennis courts and hiking t rails to enjoy. You can be married outside on the Grand Terrace field with up to 150 guests surrounded by incredible views, and then have your reception in the Commonage Ballroom. The Hockey Canada Cabin & Grounds is perfect if you’d like an cozy and intimate ceremony & reception. Enjoy catering by their award winning chefs. There are so many different options for your wedding photography, you will get stunning photos!
Spirit Ridge
Centered in the middle of a beautiful vineyard, Spirit Ridge is a beautiful wedding venue south of Kelowna in Osoyoos. You can be married in the open air on their rooftop terrace with views of the mountains, lake and vineyards. Guests can stay at the hotel on property. They offer catering as well, and you can choose from buffets or plated service as well as a bar. The reception can take place in the Coyote Ballroom if you would like, too. Guests will love staying here as they get to enjoy the pools, horse back riding, hiking, and water sports in nearby Osoyoos Lake.
Watermark Beach Resort
Get married at Watermark Beach Resort if you’d like to get married right on the shore of Osoyoos Lake. You can’t get a much nicer backdrop than the scenic lake with a mountain backdrop! They offer options to have a covered ceremony or you can also choose to hold your wedding indoors if you’d like. To make your life easier, they also offer catering that is designed for each couple and is paired with local wines. Your guests can stay in the resort and enjoy the local charm of Osoyoos during their stay.
Utopia Feels Botanical Glampground & Micro-Farm (Coldstream)
“Utopia Feels Botanical Glampground and Micro-Farm is a farm resort that specializes in events such as weddings, retreats and special events. Our site consists of 10 huge glamping tents that sleep 50 comfortably and a maximum of 70 people overnight. With a petting zoo, private lounge (karaoke, arcade, sound system, bar, games, etc), aeroponic tower farm, outdoor movie theatre, outdoor games area and fire pit, all in a beautiful natural setting. We showcase agri-innovation and sustainable farming all while showing our guests an amazing, memorable experience.”
Camo Country Weddings And Events (Lumby)
“My name is Liz Hale and I run and operate Camo Country Weddings and Events. Our venue is a beautiful wedding resort in the country on 35 acres. A 3 night stay includes a campground with hot showers for guests, a beautiful bridal suite, gorgeous decor, beautiful wood harvest tables as well as round with linens and gorgeous crossback chairs. We have many beautiful ceremony spots as well as most unique photo areas.”
Rustic Kelowna Wedding Venues
Meadow Valley Ranch
For the ultimate rustic country wedding experience in the Kelowna area, choose the Meadow Valley Ranch wedding venue. There are three main wedding venue areas at Meadow Valley ranch: a stunning barn loft, an open air barn, or the lawn complete with a gorgeous pergola. Up to 150 guests may attend your wedding in the one of a kind venue. You will love your photos taken in the rustic barn surrounding fields & meadows. Kids can play with the animals of the petting farm. A bridal suite is also available as well as a bridal preparation room. Would you like even more country charm? Take a ride in a horse drawn carriage!
Barn Up The Hill
Barn Up The Hill is tucked away in the North Okanagan looking over the valley of Vernon with a view of Lake Okanagan and the mountain ranges. A rustic venue with a ceremony area surrounded by nature, a beautiful reception barn, an under the stars dance area with many quaint buildings, many photo areas, views and sunsets. Offering elopement, micro or full wedding event packages that include Day of Coordinator, decor and reception inventory and can be a DIY wedding or the Ultimate with everything done for you. Packages from $3000 -$10,000. For information please visit our website at www.barnupthehill.com and fill in an event inquiry.
Garden Kelowna Wedding Venues
Linden Gardens
What could be more romantic than a wedding in the middle of a garden? Choose from the Rose Garden, two different lawns, or the café to have your ceremony and reception. Your guests will love being able to walk around and explore the gardens. There are many different paths to take with a lot of variety. You’ll love being able to have your wedding photos in this beautiful setting, as well. If you’d like to have a Linden Gardens wedding, contact Dream Big Weddings & Events, the exclusive wedding vendor for Linden Gardens.
Sanctuary Gardens
Sanctuary Gardens is a picturesque Kelowna wedding venue. Perfect for intimate ceremonies, it boasts the best of Okanagan wedding venues. With a gorgeous garden, views of the towering mountains and Okanagan Lake, and a gorgeous gazebo in which to shelter from the sun, Sanctuary Gardens has everything that you need for an unforgettable ceremony.
Sanctuary Gardens is best for couples that love nature, and want to feature it in their wedding. Kelowna is one of the most beautiful cities in Canada. Using it’s stunning Okanagan Lake as a backdrop is every bride’s dream. Plus, have the options of taking photos in the beautiful gardens, wildflowers, or vineyards of Sanctuary Gardens. Sanctuary Gardens also has an amazing indoor room. With white, vaulted ceilings and walls, you have a photographer’s dream room.
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Unique Kelowna Area Wedding Venues
SS Sicamous – A Dream Wedding on a Ship!
*Beachfront*
Originally launched in 1914, the SS Sicamous is a luxury stern wheeler that has been preserved and transformed into a breath taking wedding venue. If you’re looking for a unique venue, this is it! A wedding planner is included in the price of this venue. It will be rented out exclusively to you, and your guests will be able to explore the entire ship & its decks rather than being limited to just one room. With the gorgeous location right on (literally!) Okanagan Lake, hotels are within walking distance. You are free to bring in your own catering services and bar service is available.
Laurel Packinghouse
The Laurel Packinghouse is a unique wedding venue located in Kelowna. It was built in 1918 and has been restored while maintaining it’s history through things like its wooden beams, wooden flooring, and it’s brickwork that was made locally. It is an indoor venue that can accommodate larger weddings up to 300 guests. The venue provides chairs, lighting, tables, the dance floor and more. The Laurel Packinghouse offers history and charm with a unique atmosphere.
Okanagan Golf Club
The Okanagan Golf Club is a beautifully landscaped Okanagan wedding venue for both small and large weddings. Their policy is to provide you with a friendly but elegant atomosphere with their over 50 years of experience in event planning. Set overlooking the golf course in amongst the ponderosa pines is their gorgeous gazebo for outdoor weddings. You may also use the Nicklaus Room which can accomdate up to 230 guests. All bookings include a lot of anemities, including a P/A system, outdoor tables & chairs with linens, coffee & tea service, table settings, and full bartending services. They even gift you two complimentary rounds of golf. You may use the catering at Okanagan Golf Club, which is a delicious menu offering such options as Blistered Tomato & Red Pepper Bisque, Grilled Wild BC Salmon and Chocolate Truffle Mousse Cake. They also offer a buffet service.
In conclusion, Kelowna’s wedding venues offer an abundance of choices, each with its own unique charm and allure. Whether you envision a romantic lakeside ceremony, a vineyard-inspired celebration, or a grand ballroom affair, Kelowna has it all. The city’s breathtaking landscapes and diverse venues provide the perfect canvas for couples to create their dream wedding. With this comprehensive list, you can explore the finest options that Kelowna has to offer, making the journey to your special day as seamless and enchanting as possible. No matter which venue you ultimately choose, the backdrop of Kelowna’s natural beauty will undoubtedly add a touch of magic to your wedding, creating memories that will last a lifetime. Cheers to a wonderful journey ahead filled with love, laughter, and unforgettable moments in Kelowna’s picturesque settings.
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