Real Weddings 2023

Venues

Science World’s Green Roof Terrace and Patio

LOCATION: Vancouver

CAPACITY: 180 ceremony; 160 reception

MINIMUM SPEND: From $7,300

Raise a glass to your romantic chemistry at Science World! While the venue offers multiple event spaces, we love the Green Roof Terrace for a summer wedding. Enjoy panoramic views of False Creek (and the lights on the “golf ball” dome once the sun starts to set) as you mingle in the shady comfort of a tented area that can accommodate almost the entire maximum capacity of the venue. scienceworld.ca

The Teahouse

LOCATION: Vancouver

CAPACITY: 70 to 100 in the largest room; up to 220 with a full-venue buyout

MINIMUM SPEND: From $1,500

Located on Ferguson Point in picturesque Stanley Park, the Teahouse is a beautiful historic venue with incredible water and mountain vistas at its doorstep (great for photo ops). This elegant restaurant has three dining rooms to choose from. The Conservatory is the largest space and features a glass roof and floor-to(glass)-ceiling ocean-view windows for a bright indoor ceremony. The Drawing Room and Tea Room are cozier spaces, which make them ideal for smaller gatherings. vancouverdine.com/teahouse

Morgan Creek Golf Course

LOCATION: Surrey

CAPACITY: 40 at the Creekside space; 150 in the Fraser Ballroom

MINIMUM SPEND: Varies seasonally

This award-winning golf course in Surrey features manicured lawns, elaborate florals and stunning views of Mount Baker. A beautiful wooden bridge at the main entrance with lush gardens in the background makes for perfect pictures. And don’t forget to take advantage of the complimentary bridal suite that you can use all day long. morgancreekweddings.com

REGAL DETAILS

Hycroft Manor’s heritage building features stately columns, intricate mouldings and gold chandeliers.

HIGHER LOVE

Hold your nuptials at Science World’s Green Roof Terrace and Patio, which overlooks False Creek.

The York Room

LOCATION: Vancouver

CAPACITY: 70 standing guests

MINIMUM SPEND: From $3,500

If your dream reception includes elevated cuisine, a sommelier-approved wine list and an intimate space with crystal chandeliers and architectural details, the York Room is the venue for you. Located in the historic Rosewood Hotel Georgia, and just above the Michelin-recommended Hawksworth Restaurant, this room is ideal if you’re looking for an indoor urban wedding. hawksworthrestaurant.com

Mintara

LOCATION: Burnaby

CAPACITY: 80 to 110

MINIMUM SPEND: Various packages available

Located atop Burnaby Mountain, Mintara boasts magnificent sweeping views and a beautiful rose garden surrounding the restaurant. The bonus? The staff will do everything in their power to make planning your big day a stress-free experience.

“We take care of a lot of your details at Mintara, leaving you time to really focus on what’s important: you and your guests,” says Carissa Quan, Mintara’s wedding and event expert. foodburnaby.ca

Hycroft Manor

LOCATION: Vancouver

CAPACITY: 100 seated guests

MINIMUM SPEND: From $4,500 (for rental) during the high spring/summer season

If you’ve always wanted a royal-style wedding, this century-old Edwardianstyle mansion can make those dreams come true. Picture backlit stained glass, hand-carved marble fireplaces and extravagant gold chandeliers indoors, or take it outside with a garden wedding under the warm summer sun. uwcvancouver.ca

Sky Hangar

LOCATION: Pitt Meadows

CAPACITY: Up to 300, including vendors

MINIMUM SPEND: From $4,000

If you want to add drama to your walk down the aisle, then the sky is literally the limit at Sky Hangar. Along with flight tours and spectacular helicopter entrances, this 6,000-square-foot canvas can accommodate any event style, especially if you want to have a big fat wedding. This venue is a unique way to have a destination-style wedding despite being only a 45-minute drive from Vancouver. skyhangar.ca

La Fabrique St-George Winery

LOCATION: Vancouver

CAPACITY: 67

MINIMUM SPEND: From $5,000

Want a vineyard wedding but don’t want to travel to the Okanagan?

Conveniently located in Mount Pleasant, this rustic yet urban setting is the perfect place for an intimate winery wedding where you can toast your special day with wines that are made on-site. fabriquestgeorge.com

Nita Lake Lodge Resort and Spa

LOCATION: Whistler

CAPACITY: 130

MINIMUM SPEND: $100 per guest

While Whistler is often considered a winter destination, it’s also a beautiful spot to host a summer wedding. This boutique luxury resort and spa in Creekside offers a lakefront location surrounded by breathtaking forest and mountain views. nitalakelodge.com