My Favourite Banff Wedding Venues

Banff wedding venues can host weddings and elopements of all shapes and sizes. Whether you’re planning an adventurous elopement in Banff National Park or you’re dreaming of getting married on a mountaintop surrounded by all your loved ones, there is a Banff wedding venue that will meet your needs. The variety of Banff wedding venues available feature stunning mountain views, luxurious accommodations, and delicious food, all while showing off the incredible natural beauty, Banff, Alberta has to offer. Banff is a rugged, mountain paradise in western Canada filled with glacial lakes, pine forests and waterfalls. Located just 1.5 hours from Calgary by car you will travel through rolling foothills and into the Canadian Rockies where you’ll be greeted by the amazing natural wonderland that is Banff National Park and the Alberta Rocky Mountains. Banff is the most popular destination wedding location in Canada for good reason! If you’re looking for rustic adventure, mountain backdrops that will take your breath away and sunrises and sunsets that can’t be beat - this might be just the spot where you’ll find your Alberta mountain wedding venue or Banff elopement venue!

Banff, Alberta is rugged, raw and untamed. Banff National Park is at the centre of this outdoor adventure paradise and you will find there is no shortage of beauty to be seen and adventures to be had. Around every corner is another mountain to climb or a turquoise lake to be hypnotized by. Characterized by jagged mountain peaks that stretch for miles along the horizon and forested trails complete with rushing waterfalls and lakes, Banff is also known for its snowy winters, wildlife encounters and rocky canyons. During the summer, Banff is filled with hikers and outdoor enthusiasts soaking in the fresh mountain air and exploring the mountain valleys and lakes. In the winter, you can expect a lot of snow and ski-town vibes which make it perfect for getting cosy with your loved ones next to the fireplace and soaking in the hot tub after a long day hitting the slopes at the nearest ski hill.

HERE ARE MY TOP 10 FAVOURITE BANFF Wedding VENUES

1. Fairmont Banff Springs

2. Buffalo Mountain Lodge

3. Tunnel Mountain Reservoir

4. Fairmont Lake Louise

5. Sky Bistro

6. Rimrock Hotel

7. Mount Norquay

8. Storm Mountain Lodge

9. Baker Creek Resort

10. Post Hotel

Fairmont Banff Springs

If you’ve ever dreamed of getting married in a castle, then the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel is the Banff wedding venue for you. The Fairmont Banff Springs is full of leather-bound books and smells of rich mahogany. It makes for a magical Banff wedding venue in any season and has ballrooms to host weddings and elopements of any size!

buffalo mountain lodge

Located right across the road from the Tunnel Mountain Reservoir ceremony site, Buffalo Mountain Lodge is one of the most popular Banff wedding venues, and for good reason! With charming log-cabin style rooms all complete with a wood burning fireplace, and an outdoor hot tub, this is a great option if you want to keep your ceremony and reception all close by

tunnel mountain reservoir

A stunning view of Mount Rundle is the backdrop to this popular wedding ceremony location in Banff. Bordering on the national park, this unserviced area offers more of a wilderness experience and is suitable for ceremonies of up to 150 people. The stupendous views make up for no power, shelter and limited parking.

Fairmont lake louise

While technically not located in the town of Banff, the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise is still considered a Banff wedding venue and overlooks the famous turquoise waters of Lake Louise (when it’s not frozen) surrounded by stunning mountain peaks that Alberta is known for. There is something magical about this place no matter the season. It’s also only a short drive away from Moraine Lake if you’re looking to take some photos at that epic location!

Mount Norquay

Celebrate your big day in the alpine ambiance at Mount Norquay’s beautiful, timber-frame Cascade Lodge, or take in the mountain air from one of their large, outdoor patios. Whether your style is large and lavish, or low-key and intimate, Norquay’s stunning location will capture your heart. Located just 10 minutes from downtown Banff, Mount Norquay is the perfect venue to feel like you are on top of a mountain but still close to all the fun that the town of Banff has to offer.

Sky bistro

Soar to the top of Sulphur Mountain and experience a stunning bird’s-eye view of six incredible mountain ranges. With breathtaking vistas in every direction and four unique event spaces, Sky Bistro promises an experience above all others. This mountaintop Banff wedding venue is beautiful all year-round and at any time of day. Whether you’re looking to host a lunch or mountaintop reception with dinner, they have a variety of packages available to suit weddings of all sizes!

Storm Mountain Lodge

At Storm Mountain you will find rustic yet elegant historic log cabins, trails outside of your door and delicious fine dining served in the lodge dining room. You will not find WiFi, telephones, televisions, coffee pots, refrigerators and other modern amenities, which really adds to the historic charm. Storm Mountain is completely self sufficient for water, sewer and they generate their own power. With a maximum capacity of 34 people, Storm Mountain Lodge offers a historic, warm, and elegant atmosphere for an intimate and relaxed Banff wedding or elopement.

rimrock hotel

Boasting some of the best views in Banff, The Rimrock Resort Hotel would provide a beautiful and intimate setting to host your wedding day. The Rimrock Resort Hotel is both elegant and modern and hosts some of the finest cuisine in Banff National Park. With both outdoor and indoor ceremony options, the Rimrock can host events of all shapes and sizes and makes for a great all-inclusive Banff wedding venue option.

Baker Creek Resort

Baker Creek is an intimate casual mountain resort. They offer cozy Lake Louise cabins and suites, a signature restaurant and a special event venue. Baker Creek offers a true Canadian Rockies experience with beautiful Banff & Lake Louise mountain vistas to enjoy year round. Located in the heart of Lake Louise & Banff National Park, right off the Bow Valley Parkway.

If you are looking for an Alberta mountain wedding venue where you can ski or hike your days away and catch sunrise and sunset just outside your door, Banff has a long list of options for you. Or if a luxurious mountain wedding venue where you can be pampered and soak up all the romance is more your style, you can find a wide variety of unique and luxury Banff wedding venues as well. Banff is also the best place to have the cabin mountain wedding of your dreams in Alberta where you can gather with all your friends and loved ones or tie the knot with only the love of your life by your side! Banff is also a great jumping point for couples looking for an exciting adventure elopement destination without the fuss of having a big wedding day. You can take a helicopter to the top of a snow-covered mountain peak to exchange your vows and finish the day by jumping into the Banff hot springs as you soak up the fresh mountain air while the surrounding mountain peaks turn pink and lovely around you. There is so much to do in Banff that you will be sure to keep coming back year after year to celebrate your anniversary! Because Banff is such a small community and because it is a popular wedding destination, Banff venues, accommodations and wedding photographers often book up quickly, especially in the peak summer season, so don’t hesitate to contact your favourite one soon!

I’ve photographed countless weddings in Banff National Park and grew up running around the town so I know a lot of special locations where you can take some amazing Banff wedding photos! Let me show you around this Alberta mountain wedding destination and show you the best of what Banff has to offer!