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Wedding ceremonies in Vancouver parks

Getting married in one of Vancouver's most beautiful parks facilities, on the beach, or in a verdant park setting is an ideal way to start a lifetime together.

Many beautiful venues are available for wedding ceremonies and receptions within Vancouver parks.

And what could more romantic than a horse-drawn carriage ride through Stanley Park!

Outdoor weddings in parks and beaches

To hold an outdoor wedding ceremony in one of Vancouver's parks or beaches, you must have a park wedding permit if:

You will have 50 or more guests
You have your heart set on a specific location
You want to set up or decorate the area (for example, archways, canopies, chairs, and so on)

Popular outdoor wedding locations

The following park destinations are most popular for wedding ceremonies, but if your heart is set on having your wedding in a park not included in this list, write the park location in the "Preferred park locations" section of the Wedding Permit Application form and we will try to accommodate your request.

Spanish Banks West Extension

Up to 120 people
View of the ocean and the North Shore
Choose from three designated areas. (The other areas will not be booked for other weddings during your reserved time)
Parking at West Extension lot

Brockton Point in Stanley Park

Up to 75 people
View of the ocean, Lions Gate bridge, and Canada Place
Parking along Park Drive

Rose Garden in Stanley Park

Up to 80 people
View of the stunning rose garden
Choose from two designated areas. (The other area will not be booked for other weddings during your reserved time)
Parking at Malkin Bowl and the Stanley Park service yard

Ferguson Point in Stanley Park

Up to 100 people
Gorgeous view of the ocean and English Bay
Parking at Third Beach

Popular indoor wedding venues in Vancouver

Bloedel Conservatory

The Bloedel Conservatory is an indoor tropical garden in Vancouver’s Queen Elizabeth Park. The conservatory is located at 4600 Cambie St, Vancouver, BC. 604-257-8584.

Queen Elizabeth Park

Queen Elizabeth Park is home to some of the most beautiful and well maintained gardens in the world and the Celebration Pavillion, a facility perfect for weddings and other special occasions. The park is located at 4600 Cambie St.

Creekside Community Recreation Centre

Amenities include a dance studio, boating centre, fitness centre, gym, childcare, and restaurant. The centre is located at 1 Athletes Way, Vancouver, BC. 604-257-3050.

False Creek Community Centre

Amenities include a dance studio, pottery studio, fitness centre, tennis courts, gym, water park, playground, a wharf/dock, boating programs including dragonboating and kayaking. The centre is located at 1318 Cartwright St, Vancouver, BC. 604-257-8195.

Coal Harbour Community Centre

Amenities include a dance studio, gym, and playground. The centre is affiliated with the West End Community Centre and is located at 480 Broughton St, Vancouver, BC. 604-718-8222.

Roundhouse

Amenities include a 200-seat theatre, exhibition hall, dance studio, pottery studio, woodworking studio, gymnasium, and snack bar. The Centre is located at 181 Roundhouse Mews, Vancouver, BC. 604-713-1800.

VanDusen Botanical Garden

VanDusen Garden is a 22-hectare outdoor garden Vancouver. The garden is located at 5251 Oak St. 604-878-9274.

Moberly Arts and Cultural Centre

Amenities include a studio theatre and a cultural herb garden. The centre is located at 7646 Prince Albert St, Vancouver, BC. 604-718-6521.

Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden

Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Chinese Garden

Visit the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Park and Classical Chinese Garden in Vancouver – a tranquil garden right in the heart of Chinatown. The park is located at 578 Carroll St, Vancouver, BC. 604-662-3207.

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Park or beach wedding?

Park wedding permit

If you want to have your wedding ceremony in a Vancouver park or beach, you must have a permit to use the park. Find out what is required and allowed, as well as how to apply.

Popular venues for wedding receptions

Horse-drawn carriage rides

Add beauty and elegance to your special day with a private horse-drawn carriage ride through magnificent Stanley Park - make a stunning entrance or enjoy a peaceful private moment as the gentle giants draw you away after your ceremony.

Stanley Park Horse-drawn Tours

Last modified: Fri, 01 Jun 2012 10:39:40