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Last update: November 2024
Step into a world of elegance, history and charm. From intimate gatherings to lavish affairs, from traditional to unexpected, anticipate the remarkable at Fairmont Palliser. Through every step of your wedding journey, our dedicated team will attend to every detail, ensuring your momentous day is a celebration filled with cherished memories that will last a lifetime. We look forward to welcoming you through our iconic doors. Calgary’s castle; turning moments into memories for 110 years.
Facilities and Capacity
This venue boasts a diverse spectrum of event spaces, ranging from an opulent ballroom to several exquisite event spaces. All of our event spaces except for the Oak Room were renovated in 2023. The Oak Room, renovated in 2019 which featurs vintage modern decor and lighting, in soft grey tones. This space will seat up to 85 guests for a wedding reception and is located off the main lobby, with its own private foyer and washrooms.
The Crystal Ballroom, the hotel’s largest and most extravagant function room, features thirteen crystal chandeliers that sparkle from the ornately gilded ceiling, accentuated in white and gold. The stately marble columns and distinctive architectural details of the Crystal foyer provide an elegant welcome to your guests. The Crystal foyer and Oval Room are included with the booking of the Crystal Ballroom.
The hand painted murals that adorn the walls of the Alberta Ballroom make this room one of understated beauty. The Alberta
Foyer and adjoining Lake Louise Room are included when you book the Alberta Ballroom. This room can acccomodate up to 130 guests for a wedding reception.
The Banff room features neautral-toned walls with decorative panels and elegant sconces, exuding a timeless charm. The exquisite chandeliers add to the overall elegance of the space. This room can acccomodate up to 80 guests for a wedding reception.
Smaller event spaces, like the Aspen Room, Willow Suite, Juniper Room and Birch Room are ideal for intimate gatherings or ceremonies.
Services Offered
Fairmont Palliser strives to ensure every couple has a memorable experience. When you book your wedding at Fairmont Palliser, you will be assigned an Events Manager.This will be your contact from your initial visit through to your wedding day. Their attentive, personalized advice is invaluable for those organizing an event here. Included in the package is catering, prepared lovingly by the hotel’s culinary team. Couples can enjoy a complimentary tasting to create their custom menu. Additionally, the in-house pastry chef crafts delightful wedding cakes to complete the dining experience.
Accommodation
If your wedding has more than 50 guests in attendance, you will receive a complimentary wedding night stay in a Junior Suite. Featuring 400 square feet of space, this room is ideal for relaxing after a busy day. There are 407 guest rooms available, providing ample space for your out-of-town guests to stay during your event. With a variety of comfortable guest rooms and suites to choose from, the hotel has something to suit everyone from families to couples. They offer room blocks to ensure your guests can book for your wedding.
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At the Fairmont Palliser we strive for creative excellence while curating the perfect event through our clients vision. Using our own team's extensive experience and our relationships with proven industry leaders, we create a full service catering and event experience to remember! I have over 6 years of experience in the Weddings & Events industry and over 15 years in the hospitality industry. I bring an honest passion for helpings others create unforgettable memories and a love for turning the dreamed-of into the day-of. As the Event Sales & Services Manager I thrive on organizing stunning on-trend events that leave guests gushing and hosts gleaming.
Nicole Curtis
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