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The Gem is a purpose-built wedding and event venue located just outside the gates of Banff National Park in Harvie Heights, minutes from Canmore and Banff. Designed for full wedding days and elevated gatherings, the space was created to host ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception seamlessly under one roof.

The venue accommodates up to 160 seated guests and 200 cocktail-style across two levels. The upper mezzanine is home to indoor ceremonies and The Opal Bar, while the lower level features the main dining room and The Onyx Bar. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame uninterrupted views of the Rundle Range and Cascade mountains, and the outdoor patio offers additional space for cocktail hour or relaxed guest flow.

The Gem includes an operational commercial prep kitchen for catering partners, vineyard chairs, banquet tables, tableware, linens, professional staffing, and in-house coordination through Rocky Mountain Wedding Collective. Couples also have access to our private ceremony site option, including ceremony coordination, white folding chairs, signing table, wedding arch selection, wireless speaker and microphone, plus a full indoor backup plan.

What makes The Gem especially convenient is that it is connected to ten onsite accommodations, including premium suites ideal for wedding mornings, guest stays, and full-property buyouts. Couples and families can walk from their suite to the venue in under a minute, making timelines simple and stress-free.

The Gem was designed to feel intentional, elevated, and welcoming. The Gem is a space that supports both large-scale celebrations and meaningful moments without complication.

If you are looking for a mountain venue that combines thoughtful design, experienced coordination, and built-in convenience, The Gem was created with that in mind.

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Frequently asked questions

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet hall
Loft
Restaurant

Describe the style of your venue:

City
Glamorous
Modern

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Engagement party
Rehearsal dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Cake
Catering / bar
Clean up
Event planning
Event rentals
Liability insurance
Outside vendors
Set up

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail reception
Dessert
Family style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash bar
Champagne toast
House beer
House wine
House liquor
Limited bar
Liquor license
Open bar
Premium liquor
Signature drink
Specialty beer
Specialty wine

What event items are available?

Altar/arches
Audio equipment
Centerpieces
Dance floor
Decor
Furniture
Lighting
Photobooth
Chairs
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Wheelchair access

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$6,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$6,000

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$800

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$0.01

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Set up
Clean up
Chairs
Tables
Linens
China
Flatware
Glassware
Parking

What is the average catering price per person for plated service?

$100

What is the average catering price per person for buffet service?

$75

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$100

What is the average catering price per person for hors d'oeurves?

$12

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$50

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Limited bar
Open bar
House beer
Specialty beer
House wine
Specialty wine
Champagne toast
House liquor
Premium liquor
Signature drink
Bartenders

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900A Harvie Heights Road T1W 2W2 Banff (Alberta)

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