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About
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Located right in Banff for over 20 years, the Elope in Banff team are expert wedding planners that are passionate about planning smaller, intimate weddings in the spectacular Rocky Mountains. Christianne and Caitlin specialize in small-scale weddings and elopements. With their knowledge of the Canadian Rockies and the areas surrounding Banff, they will plan a relaxing elopement wedding for couples looking for a breathtaking setting to celebrate their special day. Small, intimate weddings are their true passion.
Services Offered
Whether you choose a simple outdoor celebration, a romantic weekend or something fun and adventurous, small wedding celebrations are their passion. Their wedding packages offer perfect solutions for couples depending on what they are looking for. Eloping couples on their own or accompanied by 10 to 20 guests, a spectacular scenic wedding, a skiing or snowboarding wedding or even a helicopter wedding, anything is possible. The Canadian wilderness will provide the perfect backdrop for a beautiful celebration.
Frequently asked questions
What wedding events do you provide services for?
Ceremony
Reception
What wedding planning services do you offer?
Day-of coordination
Event design
Full planning
Timelines
Vendor referrals
What types of weddings do you accommodate?
Civil
Cultural
Destination
Non-religious
Religious
How many planners are on your team?
Chris, Sharon and Sarah are planners for Elope in Banff, we are located in Banff and will be with you on your wedding day.
What is the starting price for full wedding planning?
$3,995
Do you offer an hourly rate?
False
What is the hourly rate?
$250
Any other questions?
Reviews for Elope In Banff
Shawn Sent on 08/06/2026
5 out of 5 rating
Elope in Banff are the best!
Christianne and the Elope in Banff team are absolutely incredible! We are from FL and have never visited Banff, and were hesitant about planning a wedding with 20+ people in a place we knew very little about. Very quickly, we realized we were in excellent hands and everything about our wedding day was perfect. We truly felt like we showed up for a vacation and never had any of the wedding stress. The vendors that Elope in Banff partners with are the best of the best in Banff. If we had to do it all over again, we wouldn't change a thing. From the ceremony, to the photos, and the beautiful reception dinner set-up, everything exceeded our expectations. Thank you again to the whole team!
Karina Sent on 09/07/2026
5 out of 5 rating
A Perfect, Stress-Free Wedding Experience
Choosing Elope in Banff was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. We wanted a beautiful, intimate experience without the stress of planning a traditional wedding, and they delivered beyond anything we could have imagined.
From the very beginning, the entire process was seamless. The team was organized, responsive, and genuinely invested in making our day special. Every recommendation they made—from our vendors to the timeline—was exceptional, and everything came together effortlessly.
Our wedding day was truly the easiest, most relaxing day. We never had to think about logistics or what came next because everything was so thoughtfully coordinated. We were able to be fully present with each other and simply enjoy getting married in one of the most beautiful places in the world.
If you’re considering an elopement, don’t hesitate to book with Elope in Banff. They made our dream wedding a reality and created an experience that was personal, stress-free, and unforgettable. We are so grateful to the entire team for giving us memories we’ll cherish for the rest of our lives. Thank you for making our day absolutely perfect!
From the very beginning, the entire process was seamless. The team was organized, responsive, and genuinely invested in making our day special. Every recommendation they made—from our vendors to the timeline—was exceptional, and everything came together effortlessly.
Our wedding day was truly the easiest, most relaxing day. We never had to think about logistics or what came next because everything was so thoughtfully coordinated. We were able to be fully present with each other and simply enjoy getting married in one of the most beautiful places in the world.
If you’re considering an elopement, don’t hesitate to book with Elope in Banff. They made our dream wedding a reality and created an experience that was personal, stress-free, and unforgettable. We are so grateful to the entire team for giving us memories we’ll cherish for the rest of our lives. Thank you for making our day absolutely perfect!
June Sent on 01/07/2026
5 out of 5 rating
Quintessential elopement
I do not normally leave reviews BUT Elope in Banff HIGHLY deserves an exemplary feedback because this team knows how to deliver spectacular results. The transition from being nearly-weds to newly-weds was fun and seamless thanks to EB. Christianne , our main contact is affable, thoughtful and cares about details. What a delight to work with! ; Simon , our photographer knows how to bring out a person's best smile while sitting on a high terrace just to capture a perfect shot. The photos were more than what we hoped for ; Mai (My) was always waiting and ready with her purse filled with essentials on our wedding day ; The prices were so reasonable for the value that you get to experience , the stress that you never need to worry and memories that you get to cherish. Thank you Elope in Banff for everything.
Tyneill Sent on 30/06/2026
5 out of 5 rating
Amazing!! No complaints!
Worth every penny!! Took so much of the weight of planning off our shoulders! So well organized from beginning to end! Nailed every detail! Very accommodating and kind! Would recommended this company to any couple looking for an elopement style wedding in Banff! Truly went above and beyond to make our day so special! Exceeded our expectations! 🥰
Kevin Sent on 09/05/2026
5 out of 5 rating
Highly recommend Elope in Banff!
Elope in Banff provided a top-notch experience for my wife and me when we eloped. We initially met Christianne virtually, at which time she clearly explained the services the company would provide. During that conversation, we explained our vision for the ceremony and she assured us that Elope in Banff would arrange for everything to be prepared as we had requested. In the time leading up to the wedding, her and her team contacted us as necessary to ensure that everything was ready when we arrived in Banff.
We were met by Caitlin in Banff for a tour of the city so we could choose our favorite sites for the ceremony and photos to be taken. The tour was fun and we appreciated her knowledge of the different sites we visited.
We really appreciated that Elope in Banff arranged for the marriage license with the local government office, arranged for a local florist to prepare our bouquet, arranged for the officiant, and provided us with a stylist on the morning of the wedding. It was very nice to arrive confident that everything was ready to go. The morning of the wedding, we did a photo session with Simon and Caitlin which was wonderful. Simon had some very creative ideas for photos and he was very attentive to what we wanted during the photo shoot. He made us both feel very comfortable which certainly contributed to the photos being so wonderful. Simon’s photos captured the scenery perfectly while also making sure we were the focus.
We got married in March so the weather was quite cold and it did snow during our ceremony. Simon and Caitlin kept electric handwarmers available for us to help keep us warm and also kept the car running so we could keep warm between photos when necessary. During a freezing cold day, they made sure we were warm enough to power through all of the photos we wanted to take.
After the wedding, we were provided with a full digital album of both black and white and color photos. They were easy to access and we are nothing but impressed with how they turned out. In short, Elope in Banff provided us with a stress-free, fun, and joyful wedding experience. We would highly recommend them to anyone planning to elope in Banff.
We were met by Caitlin in Banff for a tour of the city so we could choose our favorite sites for the ceremony and photos to be taken. The tour was fun and we appreciated her knowledge of the different sites we visited.
We really appreciated that Elope in Banff arranged for the marriage license with the local government office, arranged for a local florist to prepare our bouquet, arranged for the officiant, and provided us with a stylist on the morning of the wedding. It was very nice to arrive confident that everything was ready to go. The morning of the wedding, we did a photo session with Simon and Caitlin which was wonderful. Simon had some very creative ideas for photos and he was very attentive to what we wanted during the photo shoot. He made us both feel very comfortable which certainly contributed to the photos being so wonderful. Simon’s photos captured the scenery perfectly while also making sure we were the focus.
We got married in March so the weather was quite cold and it did snow during our ceremony. Simon and Caitlin kept electric handwarmers available for us to help keep us warm and also kept the car running so we could keep warm between photos when necessary. During a freezing cold day, they made sure we were warm enough to power through all of the photos we wanted to take.
After the wedding, we were provided with a full digital album of both black and white and color photos. They were easy to access and we are nothing but impressed with how they turned out. In short, Elope in Banff provided us with a stress-free, fun, and joyful wedding experience. We would highly recommend them to anyone planning to elope in Banff.
Nora Sent on 06/04/2026
5 out of 5 rating
Elopement of my dreams
The team of Elope in Banff went above and beyond to make our day super special. I can never thank you enoughChristianne and Simon, and Michael! Everything was perfect from start to finish. Thank you so much for making my dream vision board become reality. N&R
Anique Sent on 12/03/2026
5 out of 5 rating
Magical Winter Wedding
We had the absolute BEST experience with Elope in Banff and cannot recommend them enough!!
From the very beginning, working with Christianne for the planning was amazing. She was organized, responsive, and made the whole process feel effortless. Planning a wedding from afar can be stressful, but she made everything so easy and had solutions for absolutely everything.
On the day of our wedding we worked with Caitlin, Mai, and our photographer Simon, and they were truly incredible. We had a full-on snowstorm on our wedding day, and the team was completely prepared. Not only did they handle everything seamlessly, they made the entire experience so fun and stress-free. They were totally flexible when we decided to switch a few things up last minute and handled it all like pros.
They were also absolute troopers in the cold — braving the storm with us all day to make sure everything was perfect. Plus, they brought all the extra supplies needed to keep us warm. Simon deserves a special shoutout because he was literally laying in the snow to get the best angles. The photos are TO DIE FOR and we are completely obsessed with them!
Honestly, the whole team went above and beyond in every way. Their professionalism, positivity, and attention to detail made our day absolutely perfect. If you're thinking about eloping in Banff, do yourself a favour and book with them — you will be in the best hands.
We’re so grateful to Christianne, Caitlin, Mai, and Simon for making our wedding day unforgettable. ❤️
Thank you so much EIB 🥰
From the very beginning, working with Christianne for the planning was amazing. She was organized, responsive, and made the whole process feel effortless. Planning a wedding from afar can be stressful, but she made everything so easy and had solutions for absolutely everything.
On the day of our wedding we worked with Caitlin, Mai, and our photographer Simon, and they were truly incredible. We had a full-on snowstorm on our wedding day, and the team was completely prepared. Not only did they handle everything seamlessly, they made the entire experience so fun and stress-free. They were totally flexible when we decided to switch a few things up last minute and handled it all like pros.
They were also absolute troopers in the cold — braving the storm with us all day to make sure everything was perfect. Plus, they brought all the extra supplies needed to keep us warm. Simon deserves a special shoutout because he was literally laying in the snow to get the best angles. The photos are TO DIE FOR and we are completely obsessed with them!
Honestly, the whole team went above and beyond in every way. Their professionalism, positivity, and attention to detail made our day absolutely perfect. If you're thinking about eloping in Banff, do yourself a favour and book with them — you will be in the best hands.
We’re so grateful to Christianne, Caitlin, Mai, and Simon for making our wedding day unforgettable. ❤️
Thank you so much EIB 🥰
Marisa Sent on 03/03/2026
5 out of 5 rating
Amazing experience
The team was absolutely incredible, everyone went above and beyond. Since the beginning we had a great feeling about them and expected it to go smooth and great but everyone really exceeded our expectations. The actual day of the wedding was a dream come true and it couldn’t have happened that way without the whole team. We can’t recommend them enough! We appreciate the dedication and love everyone showed throughout the whole experience. Thank you!!! ❤️
Kristin Sent on 11/02/2026
5 out of 5 rating
Elope in Banff
Our wedding day was perfect from start to finish. The EIB team went above and beyond every step of the way. I recommend Christianne and her wonderful team to any couple who is looking to put their trust in someone who will make your special day magical.
Anna Sent on 28/01/2026
5 out of 5 rating
"Eloped" with 30 people in November
We got married this last November with Elope in Banff, and it was a truly magical experience. We had so much fun and support from Christianne and her crew in regards to set up, planning, and definitely photography on our wedding day! Incredible service and incredible people to work with!!!
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Meet the team
Chris (Christianne)
Planner/Coordinator
My name is Christianne, and I bring years of creative experience and the precision and care that comes with being a formally trained professional dancer to each elopement.
I am passionate about personalized service and loves getting to know each couple throughout the planning process and on wedding day.
I will ensure that you choose the perfect location, and that your special day is planned and executed flawlessly. A highlight of my career in the wedding industry has been the mentorship of Sharon Carmichael – Banff’s most experienced and professional full-time weding planner.
I have successfully maintained EIB’s recognized standard of excellence and has curated some of the most exceptional elopement experiences for our amazing couples.
With a professioal background in Contemporary dance and choreography, I have performed around the world and teach regularly as a sessional instructor at The University of Calgary in the Shool of Creative and Performing Arts. I hold a BFA in Performance (2009 TMU) and an MA in Dance Studies (2014 York University).
I love to ski, hike, dance and explore the outdoors in my spare time and bring couples a burst of energy and delightful organization in the planning process. I live in Canmore with hisband husband, Simon (EIB Photographer) and my two dogs – Benni and Zoe.
Caitlin
Planner/Coordinator
My name is Caitlin, and I have a passion for all things weddings, and bring warmth, creativity, and meticulous attention to detail to every celebration.
I delight in being part of couples’ happiest moments against the stunning backdrop of the Rocky Mountains. I will ensure everything runs smoothly – from coordinating logistics, vendors, family/ friends – and keep you smiling, so that you can truly enjoy your day.
Beyond coordinating dream elopements, I am a dedicated figure skating coach and a skilled baker who finds joy in creating treats for loved ones. Currently, I am channeling my love for bridal fashion into launching her own boutique, Cariad Bridal. Stay tuned for pop up shops in the Bow Valley area and online!
Bryan
Photographer
Full Time Photographer in Banff 6+ years.
Bryan's passion for wedding photography and contagious enthusiasm ensures a fun experience on wedding day.
A strong and dedicated photographer, with a vast knowledge of the mountains, Bryan loves being part of the the EIB team. His calm and creative personality allows couples to be themselves so he can capture their natural connection with candid and real images.
In his free time, Bryan enjoys playing in the mountains: snowboarding, mountain biking, meeting new people and playing music.
Bryan shoots with Canon equipment.
Map
210 Bear St T1L 1A6 Banff (Alberta)