In Banff and Lake Louise you can exchange vows and celebrate your nuptials on the shores of an emerald green lake, on top of a mountain at sunset, or in a luxury fairy-tale castle by a frozen lake. The dramatic scenery, romantic accommodations, fine cuisine, and stunning venues make Banff and Lake Louise one of the most magical wedding destinations in the world.
It’s also a wonderful place to spend time with your new spouse. After the celebrations, explore the wonders of Banff and Lake Louise with a honeymoon full of adventure and romance. Enjoy the great outdoors, relax with a couple's massage and spa session, savour a romantic dinner in town, and then cozy up beside a crackling fire. You’ll make memories that last a lifetime.
Venues
Banff and Lake Louise offer a range of world-class venues for your rehearsal dinner, ceremony, reception, and any other events in your wedding celebrations. Exchange vows lakeside or in a picturesque church; at a quaint mountain lodge or a luxury hotel; and a western-style barbeque or a fine dining menu. Many hotels offer wedding packages, enabling you to have your accommodation, ceremony, and reception in the same location. Learn more about our accommodation options here.
Services and Vendors
Banff and Lake Louise offers all the services and vendors you need for your perfect wedding. Capture the special moments with local photographers who know the most stunning photo locations; entertain your guests with musicians and wow them with decorations; make a grand entrance on a horse-drawn carriage or in a vintage car; and take advantage of the luxury spas and beauty salons leading up to your big day.
You also have a range of options for the marriage ceremony itself. There are seven picturesque churches of various denominations in Banff and Lake Louise and several local marriage commissioners certified to perform wedding ceremonies.
Plan your stay around the big day and consider the array of activities for you and your guests to do in Banff and Lake Louise before and after the celebration. Take your guests whitewater rafting or skiing, to the spa and salons for beauty treatments, or for a night out in town to celebrate a stag or stagette party.
Planning Assistance
There are wedding planners and specialists that can help you make your dream wedding a reality. Take the stress and pressure off yourself and let an expert help you plan the perfect day, whatever your desired style or size of wedding.