The Okanagan is a beautiful place to get married. Whether it be the perfect sunny skies, the gorgeous lakes, rolling hills, or all the hospitality and tourism that the Okanagan offers, it is definitely an ideal wedding location. If you are considering getting married in the Okanagan, then you’ll love this list of my top Okanagan wedding venues!
Vernon
Predator Ridge
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!
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.
Website: www.barnupthehill.com
Kelowna
Laurel Packinghouse
The Laurel Packinghouse is a unique Okanagan 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.
CedarCreek
Cedarcreek is a very elegant Okanagan 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.
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.
Osoyoos
Spirit Ridge
Centered in the middle of a beautiful vineyard, Spirit Ridge is a beautiful Okanagan wedding venue. 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.
Naramata
Hillside Winery & Bistro
Hillside Winery & Bistro 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 Okanagan wedding venues, this is definitely one you need to check out!
Summerland
Oak Estate
Located on 5 acres on the Naramata bench just outside of Penticton, 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 lakeviews. Oak Estate’s chef will work with you to create a menu for your stay including your rehearsal dinner and post wedding brunch.
Meadow Valley Ranch
Meadow Valley Ranch has to be one of my favorite Okanagan wedding venues. There is so much variety on site and a lot of heritage and character. You may use their bridal suite to get ready with your bridal party, which includes a kitchenette. Then choose from whichever venue you’d like. Say your vows underneath the pergola in the field, or in any of the fields for a natural, country feel. The open air barn is 5000 square feet and is absolutely gorgeous with high ceilings, chandeliers and beautiful views. If you would like a more intimate wedding, you’ll love the barn loft with its high ceilings and barn doors for your dinner & reception. Meadow Valley Ranch offers yard games, a horse driven carriage, and a bridal suite, as well.
I hope you enjoyed this list of Okanagan wedding venues! I wish you all the best in your wedding planning. If you are looking for a wedding photographer, please view my work here. I would love to work with you!
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