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On WeddingWire since 2023

Last update: November 2025

Elk Island Retreat is a park venue in Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta, that hosts weddings and other special occasions. Secluded in an old-growth forest, this setting makes a wonderful retreat in nature for a remarkable time. You can make this private campground the setting for a truly magical wedding.

Facilities and Capacity

This venue has an outdoor ceremony area that is surrounded by amazing views of the forest. You can exchange your vows in this stunning boreal setting. Afterward, you and your guests may enjoy outdoor lawn games and a dome-style tent with a custom handmade macrame chandelier. Additionally, this venue features parking for visitors. The Elk Island Retreat team offers packages to make your wedding planning more straightforward. They have an all-inclusive package for up to 80 guests and a micro-wedding package for up to 30 guests.

Services Offered

Elk Island Retreat features several options for overnight and weekend stays. The charming Wood's Cabin makes a marvellous suite for two nights, and the geodesic domes Solaris, Eagle's Nest, and Spruce Hollow make for a unique stay. There are also options for overnight tent setup and camping, as well as serviced RV sites with stunning prairie sky views.

Location

Elk Island Retreat is just over a 10-minute drive from the beautiful Elk Island National Park for outdoor activities. The venue is within 20-30 minutes of the Ukrainian Cultural Village, Fort Saskatchewan, and Sherwood Park, and only 40 minutes from downtown Edmonton. You and your loved ones can enjoy all the sights and activities of this scenic region.

Frequently asked questions

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Farm
Inn/B&B
Park/zoo

Describe the style of your venue:

Country
Glamorous
Modern

What kind of settings are available?

Covered outdoor
Uncovered outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal shower
Engagement party
Rehearsal dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bridal suite
Catering / bar
Clean up
Event rentals
Lighting / sound
Outside vendors
Set up

What catering services do you offer?

Cocktail reception
Hors d'oeuvres

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Liquor license
Outside alcohol

What event items are available?

Altar/arches
Audio equipment
Decor
Furniture
Lighting
Chairs
Tables
Tent accessories
Tents

What food and beverage items are available?

Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking

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?

$3,500

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

$3,500

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?

$2,000

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

$2,000

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Set up
Clean up
Chairs
Tables
Linens
Lighting/sound
Parking
Bridal suite

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

$10

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

$10

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$10

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

$50

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

Cake cutting

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$5

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

Bartenders
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Reviews for Elk Island Retreat

Morrigan
Morrigan Sent on 01/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

My Dream Venue

I can't say how happy I am with how our wedding day went. The team at EIR is amazing and I am so happy we also supported a family run business. Planning process was so easy. They were so accommodating with all our ideas, and helped them come to life. Even when we had a few glitches, they were there to help and support us with on the spot solutions. Anita was our manager on the big day, she was so amazing! If you looking for a boho, woodsy vibe, this is the venue for you! Thank you, for all your hard work and creating such a beautiful place.
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Meet the team

Shweta and Anita Hanneman
Shweta and Anita Hanneman
Wedding/Events Managers

Let us introduce ourselves. We are Anita and Shweta, aka passionate aficionados for weddings and events at Elk Island Retreat. The vision for this stunning space was inspired from the creativity and connectivity with nature. Our talented team here has strived to create one of a kind details in every aspect of our event space and lodging accommodations to make your time feel not only magical but also a destination getaway. We are proud to provide you with options that are truly unique, hand crafted and also supporting artisans from all over the world. We are dedicated to giving you an experience that will allow you the time and space to breathe and enjoy your celebration, without the humble details getting in the way. You dream, and we will do our darndest to make it happen.

Map

54371 Rge Rd 205 T8L 3Z3 Fort Saskatchewan (Alberta)
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