Waterfront Park is an elegant wedding venue located in Calgary, Alberta. Featuring beautiful indoor rooms and picturesque outdoor spaces, this versatile venue can accommodate events of many sizes and styles. Located at the Bow River Valley on the shore of a private lake and boasts many idyllic areas for your special day.
Facilities and Capacity
With its tranquil water features and vibrant greenery, Waterfront Park provides a stunning backdrop for your outdoor weddings. The grounds feature Waterfront Belvedere perched on the edge of the lake with a paved path where you can tie the knot with your beloved. This location provides a stunning backdrop for photo opportunities and can accommodate 250 guests for your nuptials or 350 for the reception. Alternately, you can host your event in the Lakeside Theatre, which boasts 5,000 square feet of contemporary space, including a private bar and attached patio. This spacious function room is suitable for 250 seated guests or up to 350 cocktail-style. If you are holding an intimate gathering, Valleyview Terrace and Fireside Lounge may be ideal for you. The rustic setting can comfortably seat 130 attendees for dinner, making it perfect for smaller celebrations. A massive copper hearth serves as the room’s main focal point, while exposed beams lend a rustic, cozy element to its atmosphere. Both indoor event spaces feature large windows that offer spectacular views of the water and surounding.
Our crown jewel is The Waterfront Pavilion which available from May to September. This 40’ x 100’ clearspan tent comes with flooring, harvest tables, vineyard rustic chairs, lounge furniture, chandeliers and a 8’ patio overlooking our lagoon. This dream wedding tent retails at over $25,000 so just by booking with us you are saving over $19,500!
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Promotions from Waterfront Park
Book our two new tents – The Cove & The Dock at Waterfront Park in Calgary.
THE COVE OR THE DOCK
Situated alongside the Waterfront Lagoon, this 34′ hexagonal tent retails at over $2,500.00. Price includes:
3- COURSE SIT DOWN DINNER
Roasted Pepper Bisque with Herb Cream
Freshly baked buns & butter
Braised Beef Short Rib with Berry Thyme Jus
Rustic Yukon Gold Mashed Potato
Roasted Garden Vegetables
Orange Cream Cake with Shaved Dark Chocolate
Coffee & Tea
SOUND SYSTEM
Any changes to the offer will be deemed substitutions and charged accordingly, price based on 50 guests. This offer cannot be combined or substituted for previously booked events (conditions apply).
Team of Waterfront Park
Sharon Barwick
Director of Special Events
Sharon is a Certified Special Event Professional (CSEP) and has been a manager with Simply Elegant since 2004 in the roles of operations manager, florist, decorator, wedding and event planner. Prior to Simply Elegant, she owned a successful Vancouver floral and event decorating company. As a key note speaker and educator in the event industry, she has been a member of the International Live Events Association for over 25 years. Sharon is also an educator at Mount Royal University where she teaches the Business of Weddings and Social Events.
Peter Schwarz
Director of Food & Beverage
Peter received his “top drawer” training at the Hotel Management School in Leipzig, Germany and honed his skills during his 8 years at Kempinski Hotels and Resorts, one of the oldest European hotel chains. His previous experience ranges from being a tea expert to an extensive knowledge of Champagne. His calm, professional demeanor is perfectly suited for coordinating large, international catered events to small, intimate dinner parties. Our clients love Peter’s attention to detail and personalized service when it comes to menu selection for their events.
Jade Gandasubrata
Event Production and Design
Jade has been active in event planning for both corporate and private functions since early 2006. In addition to years of related experience, Jade has pursued additional professional training and is a graduate of Mount Royal University’s Event Planner Certificate program. She continues to learn and build her event planning and management skills by interacting and consulting with other event professionals and peers. Her combination of creativity – anchored in many years in fashion design – energy, and experience contributes to Jade’s unique and thoughtful event designs.
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