If you and your partner love the mountains, there is nowhere more breathtaking to say your vows than a BC ski resort wedding venue. British Columbia is home to some of the most epic mountain scenery in the world, from endless alpine ranges stretching to the horizon, to cozy slopeside villages and views over city lights. Whether you are dreaming of a snowy winter ceremony, a warm summer evening in an alpine meadow, or a dramatic fall day wrapped in clouds and changing colours, the BC mountains deliver in every season and every kind of weather.
At Pursell Photography, we are avid, experienced skiers and have photographed weddings at ski resorts across the province. We work confidently in any conditions: snow, rain, fog, or blazing sun. We would absolutely love to capture your mountain wedding day. Below is a complete guide to the best BC ski resort wedding venues, grouped by region, with details on venue spaces, guest capacity, access type, elopement options, and what makes each one special.
Is a Ski Resort Wedding Right for You?
Whether you are planning a full destination wedding for 200 guests or an intimate elopement for two, BC ski resorts have options at every scale. Some resorts have formal gondola-accessed mountaintop ceremonies that make for the most dramatic photos imaginable. Others are relaxed ski-in/ski-out village venues where guests park the car on arrival and never need it again. A handful have dedicated elopement packages with a coordinator, a gondola ride, and a private ceremony site at elevation.
Look for the Elopement Friendly flag in each listing below. It signals that the resort either has a published elopement package or is particularly well-suited to intimate ceremonies with a small group.
Quick Reference: All BC Ski Resort Wedding Venues
| Resort | Region | Largest Capacity | Elopement Friendly | Gondola or Lift Required | Best Season(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grouse Mountain | Metro Vancouver | 180 (Altitudes Bistro) | Yes | Yes — Skyride gondola | Year-round |
| Cypress Mountain | Metro Vancouver | ~40 (intimate) | Yes | No | Winter / Fall |
| Mount Seymour | Metro Vancouver | Est. 60–80 | Yes | No | Winter / Spring |
| Sasquatch Mountain | Fraser Valley | Small (intimate) | Yes | No | Winter |
| Manning Park | Fraser Valley | 140 | Yes | No | Year-round |
| Whistler Blackcomb | Sea to Sky | 350 (Glacier View Room) | Yes | Yes — gondola to mountaintop | Year-round |
| Big White | Okanagan | ~120 (Crescendo) | Partial | No | Winter / Summer |
| SilverStar | Okanagan | 260 (Chilcoot Centre) | Partial | No | Winter / Summer |
| Apex Mountain | Okanagan | Small (chalets) | Yes | No | Winter |
| Sun Peaks | Thompson | 100+ (Sun Peaks Centre) | Yes | Chairlift — mid-mountain chapel | Year-round |
| Revelstoke | Columbia / Kootenays | 350 (Revelation Lodge) | Yes | Yes — gondola to lodge & summit | Year-round |
| Kicking Horse | Columbia / Rockies | Mid (Eagle’s Eye) | Yes | Yes — gondola to summit | Year-round |
| Panorama | Kootenays | ~100 est. | Partial | No | Year-round |
| Fernie Alpine | Kootenays | Mid-large (Lizard Creek) | Partial | Summer chairlift — Kodiak Deck | Year-round |
| Kimberley Alpine | East Kootenays | 350 (Conference Centre) | Yes | No | Year-round |
| RED Mountain | West Kootenays | 168 (Josie Hotel) | Yes | No | Year-round |
| Mount Washington | Vancouver Island | 40–120 (Raven Lodge) | Yes | No | Year-round |
Metro Vancouver and Fraser Valley
Some of the most accessible BC ski resort wedding venues are right on the doorstep of Vancouver. These mountains give you true alpine scenery without asking your guests to travel far from the city.
Grouse Mountain – North Vancouver (Year-Round)
Elopement Friendly: Yes. Dedicated elopement and pop-up packages are available.
Grouse Mountain, “The Peak of Vancouver,” is one of the most iconic BC ski resort wedding venues and one we have had the privilege of photographing ourselves. Just a 15-minute drive from downtown Vancouver, you ride the famous Skyride gondola to the mountaintop and choose from multiple event spaces with sweeping views of the city, ocean, and surrounding mountain ranges. In winter you get snow, glowing lights, and crisp mountain air. In spring and fall you get dramatic clouds rolling through the trees. In summer, you get long golden sunsets over the Pacific.
- Season: Year-round, including elopement and pop-up packages
- Dedicated wedding venue: Yes, multiple spaces specifically marketed for weddings
- Access: All venues are at the mountaintop, reached by the Skyride gondola. The gondola runs year-round and is publicly accessible.
- Venue spaces and capacity:
- Georgia Strait Lookout: Outdoor ceremony site on a ridge in front of the Peak Chalet; panoramic city and ocean views; up to 150 guests (80 seated theatre-style). Check out this wedding we photographed
- Altitudes Bistro: Signature wedding venue with mountain-lodge interiors and a large multi-level outdoor patio; up to 160 indoors (180 including decks)
- Timber Room: Modern lodge with timber beams and a stone fireplace; up to 100 guests for ceremonies, dinners, and receptions. See a wedding in the Timber Room.
- The Observatory: Intimate fine-dining restaurant that transforms into an elegant venue with panoramic views; up to 60 guests standing, 54 plated
What makes it special: The only ski resort in the world with a backdrop of a major city skyline, ocean, and mountains all in one frame. Ceremonies at the Georgia Strait Lookout are absolutely unforgettable.
Ski, snowboard, ice skating and the light walk photo opportunities: Winter weddings are ideal for skiing and snowboarding portraits on the lit runs and among snow-covered trees. Summer and fall weddings work beautifully for gondola and alpine-meadow portraits.
We have photographed weddings at Grouse Mountain and know every corner of this mountain. We know where the light hits best, how to time the Skyride, and how to make the most of every space in any season. See more Grouse Mountain weddings we photographed »
Venue: Grouse Mountain Weddings
Cypress Mountain – West Vancouver (Primarily Winter, Atmospheric All Year)
Elopement Friendly: Yes. Intimate and atmospheric, ideal for small ceremonies of 10 to 40 guests.
Cypress Mountain sits above West Vancouver and is best known for its ski terrain and the incredible views of Howe Sound and the Gulf Islands from its ridgeline. It is a favourite for winter elopements and intimate ceremonies among snow-covered trees, and the moody West Coast atmosphere carries through into the shoulder seasons even without snow.
- Season: Best in winter when the ski area is operating and snow-covered; spring and fall offer dramatic, atmospheric photos even without snow
- Dedicated wedding venue: Event spaces available; not a traditional dedicated wedding venue. Best suited to intimate ceremonies, elopements, and small gatherings of around 10 to 40 guests.
- Access: No gondola required. Ceremonies typically take place at or near the summit ridgeline and base lodge area, accessible by road and on foot.
- Venue spaces and capacity: Lodge interiors and open viewpoint locations on the mountain; most couples hosting larger receptions do so at nearby off-mountain venues in West Vancouver.
What makes it special: Just 30 minutes from downtown Vancouver, with wide-open viewpoints overlooking Howe Sound and an intimate, less commercial feel than larger resorts.
Ski and snowboard photo opportunities: Excellent for moody, cinematic skiing and snowboarding portraits among the trees and with ocean views behind you.
Venue: Cypress Mountain Events
Cypress Mountain – West Vancouver (Primarily Winter, Atmospheric All Year)
Elopement Friendly: Yes. The most backcountry-feeling resort within Metro Vancouver, perfect for adventurous elopements.
Mount Seymour has a relaxed, local feel that suits adventurous couples who want a wild, backcountry-style mountain wedding without leaving Metro Vancouver. The resort has dedicated event spaces and a loft-style restaurant that work well for intimate ceremonies and small receptions, with the forest and views doing most of the heavy lifting for your photos.
- Season: Best in winter for snow-filled ceremonies and portraits; spring, summer, and fall work well for forest elopements and misty mountain photos
- Dedicated wedding venue: Event spaces available through the resort
- Access: No gondola required. A mix of base lodge and outdoor mountaintop and forested ceremony locations, all accessible by road.
- Venue spaces and capacity:
- The Loft: Loft-style event room with mountain views; seats approximately 40 to 60 guests
- The Yurt: Unique tent-style event space; intimate gatherings of up to approximately 30 guests
- Rockchute Bar and Grill: Main lodge restaurant available for private events and smaller receptions
- Outdoor viewpoints and forest clearings for ceremonies
Check out this adventure Elopement at Mt. Seymour »
What makes it special: The most backcountry feel of any ski resort within Metro Vancouver: dense forest, quiet trails, and moody views without the crowds.
Ski and snowboard photo opportunities: Quiet runs and tree zones make it ideal for adventurous, unposed skiing and snowboarding portraits.
Venue: Mt Seymour Resort
Manning Park Resort – Manning Park (Year-Round)
Elopement Friendly: Yes. Smaller packages are available within the resort’s wedding program for intimate ceremonies inside a provincial park.
Manning Park Resort is a true four-season mountain destination inside E.C. Manning Provincial Park, about two hours east of Vancouver. It combines alpine and lakeside scenery with a full-service resort and dedicated wedding coordination for groups of 40 to 140 guests. Winter brings snowshoeing and ski terrain. Summer brings wildflower meadows, sparkling lakes, and golden evenings. Fall is spectacular with changing colours in every direction.
- Season: Year-round weddings for 40 to 140 guests
- Dedicated wedding venue: Yes, the resort has a formal wedding program with a coordinator
- Access: No gondola required. A mix of alpine and lakeside ceremony locations with lodge receptions, all accessible by road within the park.
- Venue spaces and capacity:
- Alpine Room (indoor): Intimate indoor venue within the resort lodge; best for ceremonies and small receptions up to approximately 60 guests
- Lakeside marquee tents: Outdoor covered reception space with views of the surrounding mountains; accommodates larger groups up to 140 guests
- Outdoor ceremony sites overlooking the mountains and Lightning Lake
What makes it special: The only venue on this list set entirely inside a provincial park, meaning your backdrop is completely protected, natural, and wild.
Ski and snowboard photo opportunities: Winter weddings can include downhill and cross-country skiing or snowshoeing photos in a pristine backcountry setting.
Check out more of our photos from Manning Park »
Venue: Manning Park Weddings
Sasquatch Mountain Resort – Near Harrison Lake (Winter-Focused)
Elopement Friendly: Yes. Cozy, uncrowded, and genuinely remote-feeling for intimate winter ceremonies.
Sasquatch Mountain Resort is a smaller, laid-back ski hill tucked above Harrison Lake, one of BC’s most beautiful valleys. It has a cozy lodge and surrounding cabins that feel like a true escape from the city, making it ideal for intimate winter weddings and cabin-style celebrations where your guests can ski during the day and celebrate by the fire at night.
- Season: Mainly winter during the ski season; some off-season events may be arranged by contacting the resort
- Dedicated wedding venue: Base lodge and cabins available for events
- Access: No gondola required. All ceremony and reception spaces are at the base area, accessible by road.
- Venue spaces and capacity: Base-area lodge and outdoor ceremony spots with views of the surrounding forest and mountains; best suited to intimate gatherings of 20 to 60 guests.
What makes it special: Intimate, uncrowded, and surrounded by ancient forests, with Harrison Lake visible from the slopes on a clear day.
Ski and snowboard photo opportunities: Quieter runs and uncrowded terrain make it easy to slip away for on-hill ski or snowboard portraits without interruption.
Venue: Sasquatch Mountain Resort
Sea to Sky
The Sea to Sky corridor is the most famous ski destination in Canada, and Whistler Blackcomb sits at the heart of it, offering BC ski resort wedding venues at true alpine elevation that are hard to match anywhere in the world.
Whistler Blackcomb – Whistler (Year-Round)
Elopement Friendly: Yes. Whistler has intimate mountaintop packages suited to small groups at elevation.
Whistler Blackcomb is BC’s most iconic ski resort wedding destination and one of the most spectacular mountain wedding venues in the world. With gondola-accessible mountaintop venues on both Whistler and Blackcomb mountains, a pedestrian village filled with hotels and restaurants, and terrain that spans two massive peaks, it truly has everything. In winter, you get deep powder snow and a magical village atmosphere. In summer, you get alpine meadows, lakes, and long evenings with soft golden light. In spring and fall, you get dramatic clouds and low-lying fog wrapping the peaks in a way that looks almost cinematic. We have photographed weddings here and know how to work every space, every lift, and every light condition this mountain offers.
- Season: Year-round; peak demand in winter and summer, with beautiful shoulder-season options
- Dedicated wedding venue: Yes, Whistler Blackcomb has a formal weddings program with dedicated on-mountain event spaces
- Access: A mix of base-level and gondola-accessed venues. Roundhouse Lodge and Rendezvous Lodge are reached by gondola and require guests to ride up. Dusty’s at Creekside is at the base of the Creekside Gondola and is accessible by road. The gondola operates year-round for resort guests.
- Venue spaces and capacity:
- Glacier View Room (Roundhouse Lodge, Whistler Mountain): Largest on-mountain venue; floor-to-ceiling views of Whistler Peak and Blackcomb; up to 350 guests; gondola access. Check out this wedding with their ceremony on the Observation Deck and Glacier View Room
- Observation Deck (Roundhouse Lodge): Highest outdoor ceremony option; up to 200 guests in summer; gondola access.
- Lower Valley View Deck (Roundhouse Lodge): Cantilevered glass-railed deck overlooking Whistler Village and Blackcomb; up to 200 seated for ceremonies; gondola access
- Steeps Grill and Wine Bar (Roundhouse Lodge): Cathedral wood-beam ceilings and a covered outdoor patio; up to 80 guests; the only year-round outdoor ceremony venue on the mountain; gondola access
- Rendezvous Lodge (Top of Blackcomb Mountain): Fully transformable space for ceremonies, cocktail hours, and receptions; up to 240 guests; gondola access
- Christine’s on Blackcomb (Rendezvous Lodge): Elegant fine-dining restaurant with a private deck at the top of Blackcomb; up to 80 guests; gondola access
- Dusty’s at Creekside (base of Creekside Gondola): Rustic-chic base lodge with two levels of event space and large sunny patios; accessible by road; great for ceremonies and receptions
What makes it special: Two mountains, one pedestrian village, year-round gondola access, and the most diverse range of ceremony and reception spaces of any ski resort in BC.
Ski and snowboard photo opportunities: This is a ski wedding photographer’s dream. We can plan gondola access, choose the best runs for your skill level, and capture skiing or snowboarding portraits at over 2,000 m elevation, all without throwing off your timeline.
We have photographed weddings at Whistler and know this mountain inside and out: the best spots for light, the most efficient gondola timing, and exactly how to build ski or snowboard photos into your day without stress.
Check out a Whistler ski resort wedding we photographed »
Venue: Whistler Blackcomb Weddings
Okanagan and Thompson
The Okanagan and Thompson regions are known for their light, dry snow and colourful alpine villages, a combination that makes for both incredible skiing and genuinely beautiful wedding photography in every season.
Big White Ski Resort – Near Kelowna (Winter And Summer)
Elopement Friendly: Partial. The resort is geared toward multi-day group weddings; elopements are possible, but not a specific published offering.
Big White is a true ski-in/ski-out resort village set in the Monashees east of Kelowna, known for its champagne powder and its compact, walkable village where guests can stay right on the slopes. In winter your guests can ski, snowshoe, or tube during the day and celebrate at night in a snow-covered mountain village. In summer the resort transforms into a green alpine escape with wildflowers and wide-open Monashee views.
- Season: Winter and summer weddings, with a strong focus on the winter ski season
- Dedicated wedding venue: Yes, the resort and private operators offer dedicated wedding spaces
- Access: No gondola required. All venues are at village level with ski-in/ski-out access directly from the slopes.
- Venue spaces and capacity:
- Village lodges, hotels, and restaurants with ski-run views; capacity varies by space
- Crescendo: Private luxury chalet with 30-foot vaulted ceilings, indoor and outdoor event spaces, and ski-run views; up to 110 to 120 guests
What makes it special: Ski-in/ski-out access for guests means everyone can ski during the day and walk to the reception. No driving, no logistics headaches.
Ski and snowboard photo opportunities: Winter weddings are perfect for ski-in/ski-out portraits right from the village. Summer shifts to hiking and mountain-view shots from the chairlift.
Venue: Big White Weddings
SilverStar Mountain Resort – Near Vernon (Winter And Summer)
Elopement Friendly: Partial. The resort’s formal program is best suited to groups of 30 or more, though intimate ceremonies can be arranged in the alpine meadows above the village.
SilverStar has one of the most distinctive looks of any ski resort in BC. Its European-style village is painted in vivid Victorian colours that make it feel like a storybook alpine town. In winter, snow-covered rooftops and colourful facades create an almost magical backdrop. In summer, the bright buildings and wildflower meadows are equally photogenic.
- Season: Winter and summer; specific spaces and capacities vary by season
- Dedicated wedding venue: Yes, SilverStar has a formal mountain wedding program
- Access: No gondola required. Village-level and base area venues are accessible by road. Ceremonies in alpine meadows above the village are accessible via the ski lifts in summer.
- Venue spaces and capacity:
- Cedar Gazebo: Outdoor ceremony spot with mountain views; intimate gatherings up to approximately 40 guests
- Snow-blanketed meadow: Serene winter ceremony site in a clearing surrounded by snow and trees; ideal for intimate elopements and small groups
- Rooftop terrace: Intimate outdoor ceremony space overlooking the village; up to approximately 30 guests
- Chilcoot Conference Centre (Chilcoot Lodge): 3,000 sq. ft. reception space; up to 260 guests
- Town Hall: Village-side reception venue with an open floor plan; 140 to 180 guests
What makes it special: The colourful Victorian village creates a completely unique visual backdrop unlike any other ski resort in BC. Every photo looks like a painting.
Ski and snowboard photo opportunities: The village itself makes a brilliant foreground for ski and snowboard portraits, and the quieter slopes mean you can take your time.
Venue: SilverStar Weddings
Apex Mountain Resort – Near Penticton (Winter-Focused)
Elopement Friendly: Yes. One of the best-kept secrets in BC for an intimate mountain elopement. The small scale of the resort means you essentially have it to yourselves.
Apex is a smaller, intimate ski resort with a local, laid-back vibe that feels like a well-kept secret. Many couples choose private ski-in/ski-out chalets for their wedding, giving the entire event a cozy, exclusive mountain-house feel that is hard to replicate at a larger resort.
- Season: Primarily winter; some chalets and lodges can host off-season events by arrangement
- Dedicated wedding venue: Base-area spaces and private chalets available for weddings
- Access: No gondola required. All venues are at the base area and slopeside, accessible by road.
- Venue spaces and capacity: Private slopeside chalets, base-area lodges, and nearby mountain accommodation spaces; best suited to intimate gatherings of 20 to 60 guests
What makes it special: The intimate scale of the resort means you essentially have it to yourselves: no crowds, no chaos, just mountains and your people.
Ski and snowboard photo opportunities: Quiet glades and open runs are perfect for fun, relaxed skiing and snowboarding portraits with your wedding party.
Venue: Apex Mountain Resort
Sun Peaks Resort – Near Kamloops (Year-Round)
Elopement Friendly: Yes. The mid-mountain chapel via chairlift is one of BC’s most unique elopement settings.
Sun Peaks has a European-inspired pedestrian village that you can literally ski through, making it one of the most guest-friendly ski resort wedding destinations in BC. With one of the most detailed wedding programs in the province and options for both winter and summer ceremonies, it is a natural choice for couples who want a full destination-weekend experience where guests park the car on arrival and never need it again.
- Season: Year-round weddings with winter and summer packages
- Dedicated wedding venue: Yes, Sun Peaks has a full wedding planning program
- Access: A mix of base-level and chairlift-accessed venues. The mid-mountain chapel and alpine meadow are reached by chairlift. Village greens, the covered bridge, and hotel terraces are all accessible by foot from the village.
- Venue spaces and capacity:
- Village greens and covered bridge: Outdoor ceremony spaces at the base of the village; accessible by foot; flexible capacity
- Hotel terraces and patios: Mountain-view event spaces at village level; capacity varies by property
- Mid-mountain chapel and alpine meadow: Accessible by chairlift; intimate ceremony site for smaller groups; one of the most memorable settings on this list
- Sun Peaks Centre: Larger indoor reception venue for groups of 100 or more
What makes it special: One of the few resorts where guests can genuinely ski through the village to your ceremony and reception: the ultimate ski wedding logistics dream.
Ski and snowboard photo opportunities: You can ski or ride through the village in your wedding clothes between events, a photo opportunity that is genuinely unique to Sun Peaks.
Venue: Sun Peaks Weddings
Kootenays and Columbia / Rocky Mountains
The resorts of the Kootenays and Columbia / Rocky Mountains region offer some of the most dramatic and jaw-dropping mountain scenery in all of BC: rugged peaks, deep valleys, and terrain that genuinely takes your breath away.
Sun Peaks Resort – Near Kamloops (Year-Round)
Elopement Friendly: Yes. The top-of-gondola ceremony site at over 2,000 m is one of the most dramatic elopement locations in BC.
Revelstoke Mountain Resort is legendary among serious skiers for its vertical drop, deep powder, and dramatic alpine scenery, and its wedding offerings match that big-mountain energy. With a gondola-accessed lodge at nearly 2,000 m and a top-of-gondola outdoor ceremony site at over 2,000 m, you can have your ceremony literally in the clouds. In winter, the resort is a snow-capped wonderland. In summer, the valleys and peaks light up in gold and green.
- Season: Year-round weddings in both winter and summer
- Dedicated wedding venue: Yes, multiple on-mountain and base-area spaces with dedicated event support
- Access: Gondola required to reach Revelation Lodge and the summit ceremony site. The gondola operates for weddings in both winter and summer. Base-area venues are accessible by road.
- Venue spaces and capacity:
- Revelation Lodge: Nearly 4,000 sq. ft. of indoor space plus a 2,400 sq. ft. deck via gondola; panoramic views of the Monashees and Selkirks; up to 350 guests for ceremonies, dinners, and receptions
- Top of Gondola outdoor ceremony site: 2,000 m above the valley floor; 360-degree alpine views; up to 150 guests; gondola access
- MacKenzie Common Tavern (The Mac Tavern): Split-level base-area venue with a fun, social atmosphere; up to 110 guests; semi-private or fully private; accessible by road
- Rockford Bar and Grill: Stylish and relaxed base venue; accessible by road; great for rehearsal dinners and smaller gatherings
- Paul Mair Plaza: Open-air outdoor space with fire pits; accessible by road; ideal for informal summer gatherings
What makes it special: The sheer scale and drama of the views from Revelation Lodge and the top of the gondola are almost unmatched anywhere in BC.
Ski and snowboard photo opportunities: Revelstoke is a powder skiing mecca. If you are serious skiers or riders wanting dramatic, big-mountain ski or snowboard wedding photos, this is the place.
Venue: Revelstoke Mountain Resort Weddings
Kicking Horse Mountain Resort – Golden (Year-Round)
Elopement Friendly: Yes. The resort has dedicated elopement packages and the Eagle’s Eye summit is one of the most spectacular intimate ceremony sites in Canada.
Kicking Horse Mountain Resort near Golden sits inside a ring of national parks and offers one of the most dramatic mountaintop wedding experiences in all of Canada. The Eagle’s Eye Restaurant and terrace at the top of the gondola sits at over 2,300 m, making it Canada’s highest restaurant and one of BC’s most spectacular wedding settings. In winter you are surrounded by snow-blanketed peaks. In summer you are above a sea of jagged ridges stretching into Banff, Yoho, and the Purcells.
- Season: Year-round weddings at the summit and base
- Dedicated wedding venue: Yes, the resort has a formal weddings program including elopement packages
- Access: Gondola required to reach the Eagle’s Eye Restaurant and summit ceremony site. The gondola operates for weddings in both winter and summer. Base-area function spaces are accessible by road.
- Venue spaces and capacity:
- Eagle’s Eye Restaurant and Terrace: Canada’s highest restaurant at the top of the gondola; spectacular mountaintop ceremonies and receptions year-round; capacity for intimate to mid-size groups (contact resort for current capacity details)
- Base-area daylodge and function spaces: For larger or more traditional receptions at the base of the mountain; accessible by road
What makes it special: The gondola ride alone is a wedding experience in itself. Arriving at a ceremony site at over 2,300 m surrounded by national park peaks is something your guests will talk about forever.
Ski and snowboard photo opportunities: You can ski or ride off the gondola platform right after your ceremony. We can capture powder turns at over 2,000 m elevation with Rocky Mountain peaks behind you.
Venue: Kicking Horse Mountain Resort Weddings
Panorama Mountain Resort – Near Invermere (Year-Round)
Elopement Friendly: Partial. Village-based elopements are possible, but the resort’s program is oriented toward multi-day group weekends rather than dedicated elopement packages.
Panorama Mountain Resort is a full village resort tucked into the Purcell Mountains near Invermere, with views across to the Rockies on the horizon. It is a great choice if you want a genuine destination-weekend feel where guests stay in ski-in/ski-out accommodation and your wedding unfolds over multiple days. In winter the resort has skiing and snowshoeing. In summer, warm evenings and valley views make for a completely different but equally stunning setting.
- Season: Year-round weddings
- Dedicated wedding venue: Yes, the resort has a weddings and groups planning team
- Access: No gondola required. Village and base-area ceremony sites are accessible by road. On-hill viewpoints are accessible via the ski lifts and are available for photos and small ceremonies.
- Venue spaces and capacity: Village lodges and function rooms, base-area ceremony sites, and on-hill viewpoints for photos and small ceremonies; typical capacity range of 20 to 100 guests depending on space (contact the resort for current specific details)
What makes it special: Panorama’s location between the Purcells and the Rockies means the views span two of BC’s most spectacular mountain ranges simultaneously.
Ski and snowboard photo opportunities: Winter weddings can include ski-in/ski-out portraits right from the village. Summer weddings can incorporate chairlift and alpine-trail imagery.
Venue: Panorama Mountain Resort Weddings
Fernie Alpine Resort – Fernie (Year-Round With Seasonal Venue Variations)
Elopement Friendly: Partial. The base-area venues are open year-round and work well for intimate ceremonies, but there is no specific published elopement package.
Fernie Alpine Resort sits in a valley surrounded by dramatically steep ridgelines and peaks that make the Lizard Range look almost vertical from the village. Fernie is a beloved ski town with a strong sense of community, and its resort venues reflect that. In winter, celebrations happen at the cozy, character-filled base venues. In summer, the on-mountain Kodiak Deck becomes available and adds an even more dramatic setting for ceremonies.
- Season: Base-area venues (Cirque Restaurant, Griz Bar) are available year-round. The Kodiak Deck on the mountain is a summer-only venue, accessible via chairlift.
- Dedicated wedding venue: Yes, Fernie Alpine Resort and Lizard Creek Lodge have formal wedding programs
- Access: Base-area venues are accessible by road and require no gondola. The Kodiak Deck on the mountain is accessed by chairlift in summer only. Winter ceremonies take place at the base, not on the mountain.
- Venue spaces and capacity:
- Kodiak Deck: On-mountain outdoor deck with panoramic views of the surrounding peaks; summer ceremonies only; chairlift access
- Cirque Restaurant at Lizard Creek Lodge: Elegant base-area restaurant venue; year-round; accessible by road; capacity for mid-size gatherings
- Griz Bar: Rustic, lively base-area venue; accessible by road; great for casual receptions and après celebrations; year-round
What makes it special: The sheer drama of Fernie’s peaks, with nearly vertical ridgelines rising on all sides of the valley, gives every photo a backdrop that looks almost impossible.
Ski and snowboard photo opportunities: Fernie’s legendary tree runs and open bowls make it one of the most exciting places for ski and snowboard portraits. We know how to pick zones that are both photogenic and safe.
Venue: Fernie Alpine Resort Weddings
Kimberley Alpine Resort – Kimberley (Year-Round)
Elopement Friendly: Yes. With six distinct venue spaces including intimate lodge options for as few as 55 guests, Kimberley has more flexibility for small weddings and elopements than almost any other resort on this list.
Kimberley Alpine Resort pairs a relaxed ski-town vibe with a surprisingly comprehensive range of wedding venues, from a large outdoor plaza that can hold 200 guests to intimate lodge spaces at Trickle Creek. Located in the East Kootenays near the Rockies, it is a beautiful destination for couples who want something a little off the beaten path with genuine mountain character in every direction.
- Season: Year-round weddings with both winter and summer options
- Dedicated wedding venue: Yes, multiple named venues at the resort
- Access: No gondola required. All venues are at the base and village area, accessible by road.
- Venue spaces and capacity:
- Main Plaza (outside the Stemwinder): Outdoor ceremonies and receptions; up to 200 guests
- Stemwinder Pub and Sundeck: Heated outdoor patio with full bar service; up to 180 guests
- Kimberley Conference Centre: Elegant glass-and-timber venue with advanced AV; ceremonies and receptions for up to 350 guests
- Trickle Creek Lodge: Lodge-pole pine beams, river rock pillars, and stone fireplaces; up to 55 guests (Purcell and Steeples rooms combined)
- Trickle Creek Golf Course, Hole 11: Outdoor ceremonies on a signature hole; receptions for up to 80 guests
- Trickle Creek Hotel Hearth Room: Cozy indoor ceremony space for intimate gatherings
What makes it special: With six distinct venue spaces ranging from intimate (55 guests) to large (350 guests), Kimberley offers more flexibility than almost any other resort on this list.
Ski and snowboard photo opportunities: The resort terrain and surrounding East Kootenay forest make for relaxed, warm, and beautiful skiing and snowboarding portraits in every season.
Venue: Kimberley Alpine Resort Weddings
RED Mountain Resort – Rossland (Year-Round)
Elopement Friendly: Yes. The base lodge ceremony-only deck package and the boutique Josie Hotel both make RED an excellent option for intimate couples wanting atmosphere and authenticity.
RED Mountain Resort in Rossland is one of BC’s most authentic ski towns, a place where the culture of skiing runs deep and the landscape of Red and Granite mountains dominates everything around it. The resort base lodge has a character all its own, and The Josie Hotel next door offers a boutique, design-forward complement for couples who want a mix of rustic and refined. Together they create one of the most atmospheric ski resort wedding settings in the province.
- Season: Year-round weddings, with a strong summer and fall season and winter options
- Dedicated wedding venue: Yes, both RED Mountain and The Josie Hotel have formal wedding programs
- Access: No gondola required. All named venues are at the base area, accessible by road. Ski runs and terrain are accessible directly from the base deck for portrait sessions.
- Venue spaces and capacity:
- RED Mountain Base Lodge and Outdoor Deck: Rustic and eclectic lodge with an oversized deck overlooking the slopes; suitable for weddings of almost any size
- Ceremony Only on Deck: Streamlined 3-hour ceremony package with PA system, registry table, and chairs on the deck; excellent elopement option
- Rafters Lounge: Historic apres bar with award-winning atmosphere; great for late-night receptions and informal celebrations
- The Josie Hotel, Monashee Ballroom: Boutique hotel ballroom with mountain views and full event services; up to 168 guests
What makes it special: The combination of the raw, lived-in RED base lodge and the polished Josie Hotel gives you two completely different aesthetics side by side, perfect if your wedding group has a diverse range of tastes.
Ski and snowboard photo opportunities: Red and Granite mountains provide dramatic ski and snowboard backdrops, and the base area itself makes a compelling foreground for portraits: rustic, real, and full of character.
Venues: RED Mountain Weddings | The Josie Hotel Weddings
Vancouver Island
Mount Washington Alpine Resort – Near Courtenay (Year-Round)
Elopement Friendly: Yes. Mount Washington is a wonderful Island escape for couples who want a true alpine elopement without travelling to the mainland.
Mount Washington Alpine Resort is Vancouver Island’s largest ski resort and a genuinely beautiful four-season wedding destination. Situated above the Comox Valley with views over Strathcona Provincial Park, it gives Island families and guests a true alpine experience without having to travel to the mainland. In winter you get snow and ski terrain. In summer and fall you get green meadows, changing foliage, and sweeping views toward the ocean and Island ranges that remind you just how special BC really is.
- Season: Year-round weddings
- Dedicated wedding venue: Yes, the resort has event spaces and wedding hosting capabilities
- Access: No gondola required. All venues are at the base area and lodge level, accessible by road. Outdoor ceremony spots sit at the base of the ski terrain with mountain views above.
- Venue spaces and capacity:
- Raven Lodge: The resort’s premier special events venue with vaulted ceilings; serves as both alpine and nordic centre; excellent for ceremonies and receptions for groups of approximately 40 to 120 guests
- Base-area lodges and outdoor ceremony spots with mountain and Comox Valley views
What makes it special: The only ski resort wedding venue on Vancouver Island, giving you a true alpine experience with the convenience of Island travel for your guests and the ocean not far behind you.
Ski and snowboard photo opportunities: Winter weddings can include skiing and snowboarding portraits with the Comox Valley and ocean visible in the distance below, a combination you simply cannot get at any mainland resort.
Skiing and Snowboarding on Your Wedding Day
One of the things that makes a BC ski resort wedding truly special is the opportunity to actually ski or snowboard on your wedding day and have those moments captured in your photos. Imagine a first look at the top of a gondola, a just-married run with your wedding party down a quiet groomer, or portraits of the two of you carving turns with your mountain as the backdrop. These are the kinds of images that do not exist in a ballroom or a vineyard. They exist here, in BC, on the side of a mountain.
We are avid, experienced skiers and have spent years on BC’s slopes. That means we are not just photographers showing up to a ski resort. We understand the terrain, the lifts, the snow conditions, and the light. We know which runs give you clean open views and which ones give you intimate tree-lined shots. We know how to dress for conditions, how to carry gear on a gondola, and how to keep your hair and dress looking great while still getting you to the top of the mountain. Most importantly, we know how to plan a ski or snowboard session into your day without stressing your timeline or taking you away from your guests for too long. Whether that means:
- A chairlift ride and one quick run together right after your first look
- A just-married lap down the mountain with your wedding party
- Sunset portraits on a quiet run before you head into your reception
- A full hour of skiing and riding photos planned between ceremony and dinner
We can make it happen safely and beautifully, at any of the BC ski resort wedding venues on this list, in any weather and any season. Rain, fog, snow, or sunshine, the BC mountains are always epic. That is something we believe deeply, and it shows in every mountain wedding photo we take.
If you are considering any of these BC ski resort wedding venues for your wedding, we would love to capture the beautiful moments and the mountain experience you love. Get in touch with us here to start planning your day.