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On WeddingWire since 2023

Last update: October 2024

The Gem Event Centre is a charming wedding venue located in Banff, Alberta. The Bow Valley's newest high-capacity event centre is based in Harvie Heights, only a couple of minutes from the Banff National Park gates.

Facilities and Capacity

This new venue can accommodate up to 160 seated guests and 200 cocktail style. Split over two levels, the upper mezzanine floor will be home to indoor ceremonies and 'The Opal Bar,' offering high-end cocktail service and your late-night party. The lower level is the main dining room, with 'The Onyx Bar' at one end and an operational commercial prep kitchen at the back. There is an outdoor patio at the front of the building to use during cocktail hour or during dinner to soak up the uninterrupted views of Rundle Range and Cascade mountains. The design concept of The Gem encompasses mid-century luxury, modern touches, and elegant finishes. The Gem offers spectacular scenic views, and benefits from venue coordination by Rocky Mountain Wedding Collective.

Services Offered

The Gem Event Centre team will coordinate your off-site add-on ceremony booking, rental of white chairs and signing table with setup and teardown, the use of Bluetooth speakers and microphones, and more. Venue rental includes vineyard chairs, as well as banquet tables and tableware, linens, and staffing. The catering will be provided by one of our catering partners all based in Canmore. There is also ample parking available onsite.

Frequently asked questions

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet hall
Loft
Restaurant

Describe the style of your venue:

City
Glamorous
Modern

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Engagement party
Rehearsal dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Cake
Catering / bar
Clean up
Event planning
Event rentals
Liability insurance
Outside vendors
Set up

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail reception
Dessert
Family style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash bar
Champagne toast
House beer
House wine
House liquor
Limited bar
Liquor license
Open bar
Premium liquor
Signature drink
Specialty beer
Specialty wine

What event items are available?

Altar/arches
Audio equipment
Centerpieces
Dance floor
Decor
Furniture
Lighting
Photobooth
Chairs
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Wheelchair access

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?

$6,000

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

$6,000

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?

$800

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

$0.01

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Set up
Clean up
Chairs
Tables
Linens
China
Flatware
Glassware
Parking

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

$100

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

$75

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$100

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

$12

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

Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$50

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

Limited bar
Open bar
House beer
Specialty beer
House wine
Specialty wine
Champagne toast
House liquor
Premium liquor
Signature drink
Bartenders
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Meet the team

Sophie
Sophie
Venue Coordinator

Fuelled by local coffee, inspired by love stories, and motivated to show you how our venues can be customized to...

Kristin
Kristin
Operations Manager

Sipper of coffee and craft beer. Wearer of toques and Blundstones. Pup mom. Avid supporter of local food & local...

Lindsay
Lindsay
Director + Visionary

Meet the founder and chief dreamer behind Rocky Mountain Wedding Collective.

Lindsay Copeland is a leader in the Bow Valley...

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900A Harvie Heights Road T1W 2W2 Banff (Alberta)
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