The Reception Guide lists Alaska's top reception sites and is designed
to help you find a
reception site
that suits your wedding style,
personal taste, guest list and budget.
RECEPTION SITE | CAPACITY | RESERVATIONS | COST | SPECIAL FEATURES |
Admiral’s Place 9350 Independence Dr. Anchorage, AK 99507 907-562-3090 |
Indoors: 110 | 1 year |
See website or call for pricing. |
Stunning decor, spectacular views, easy parking, catering kitchen, audio-visual, weddings, corporate meetings, seminars, luncheons and parties. |
Alaska Native Heritage Center 8800 Heritage Center Dr. Anchorage, AK 99504 907-330-8000 |
Indoors: 167 Outdoors: Call for information |
Check for availability |
$2150 for 7-hour rental plus food/beverages. |
Free parking. Great for outdoor ceremonies by lake and indoors in the Gathering Place. |
Alaska Sunset View Resort 5322 S. Big Lake Rd. Big Lake, AK 99652 907-892-8885 |
Indoors: 75 Outdoors: 200 max |
1-2 years |
Call for estimate |
Prime lakefront. Magnificent view of Denali. Secret garden. Large landscaped lawn with waterfall. |
Alaska Wildlife |
Indoors: 170, 160 seated |
A year (plus) in advance |
Rental fee for the day is: $3,000 during summer (starting May 1); $2,500 in the off season (starting Oct. 1). |
The perfect place to host any event from black tie to down home. Includes admission, flat screen TVs, tables, chairs and use of the Point with gazebo. |
Alpenglow Lodge at Arctic Valley |
Indoors: 215 Outdoors: 300 |
January 1 for the following year |
$4,500-$7,750 depending on day and package. |
Options for full setup, decorating, and cleaning package, or Friday-Sunday packages. |
Anchorage Museum 625 C Street Anchorage, AK 99501 907-929-9261 |
Indoors: Atrium: 150 sit-down, 300 cocktails; Chugach Gallery: 65 sit-down, 125 cocktails |
Anytime |
Atrium: $2,000 for 4-hour min (peak rate); Chugach Gallery: $1,000 for 4-hour min. Plus catering costs. |
Atrium’s marble staircase and Chugach Gallery’s amazing views provide an elegant environment for weddings and receptions. |
At The Barn Mat-Su LLC 6013 N. Crested Butte Dr. Wasilla, AK 99654 907-232-7434 |
Indoors: 150 |
1 year |
One day rental = $3,500; Atwood day rental = $4,500. |
Massive timber frame/log elegance. Heated floor/chandeliers. |
Bayshore Clubhouse 3131 Amber Bay Loop Anchorage, AK 99515 907-522-4910 |
Indoors: 150 |
Anytime |
Rates vary by day and season. Call 907-522-4910 or email glenn@bayshore.club for a packet with rate sheet and more. |
Beautiful rustic Chalet Room with dance floor, sound system, kitchen, deck, dressing suite and more. Outdoor ceremonies by the lake. Includes after-event cleaning. |
Chena Hot Springs Resort PO Box 58740 Fairbanks, AK 99711 907-451-8104, ext. 1904 |
Indoors: 150 Outdoors: 250 |
Anytime |
Cost varies; call for details. |
440 acres of pristine wilderness set in Alaska's only year round 100+ year old natural hot springs resort. Aurora Ice Museum is a one-of-a-kind location. |
Coast Inn at Lake Hood
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Indoors: 225 |
1 year |
4 banquet rooms available; call for details. |
Group rates for hotel rooms, free parking, free wifi, colored linens and centerpieces provided. Delicious buffets, no outside catering allowed. Dance floor built in main ballroom. Free shuttle to/from airport. |
Dena'ina Civic and Convention Centers
|
Indoors: 300 |
One year in advance |
$44 per guest |
Spectacular views throughout the facility. Professional in-house culinary team committed to excellent service. |
Inn at Tern Lake
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Indoors: 58 guests |
1 year |
Site fee minimum $2,500; catering cost is dependent on the number of guests. |
Nine acres surrounded by national forest, ponds, streams, mountainous panoramic view, 30-foot ceiling in great room. |
Land’s End Resort |
Indoors: 200 |
Anytime |
Average sit-down 3-course meal: $50; site fee: $850- $1,500. |
Full catering and event coordination services, dance floor, stage, outdoor hot tub, beach access, exquisite panoramic views, A/V equipment. |
Lexi’s Lakehouse
|
Indoors: 30 Outdoors: 100+ |
Anytime |
Overnight rental fee is $3,675 for a two-day minimum stay with cleaning fee; each additional day is $750. Event fee may apply. |
Premier 5-acre event location on Wasilla Lake with full-deck facing the Chugach Mountains. Spacious accommodations for entertaining visiting family and friends. Enjoy a foot bridge over a small creek built for two. |
O’Malley’s on the Green |
Indoors: 170 |
Anytime |
Rates vary based upon selected venue, day of the week, and month of the year. Please call or email for our rate sheet. |
Spectacular setting with 360-degree view of Anchorage, Denali and Chugach Mountains, catering, bar, dance floor, deck, sound system, HDTVs and more. |
Raven Glacier Lodge |
Depends on season |
Up to 1 1/2 years |
Custom packages created with you. Contact Cathy for quote. |
Private full-service lodge. Magical glacier-fed grounds, gardens, lodge, decks and house-made feasts of food. |
Settlers Bay Lodge 5801 S. Knik Goose Bay Rd. PO Box 877868 907-357-5678 |
Indoors: 250 |
Anytime |
The cost for buffet ranges from $21-$39 and for a plated dinner $24-$32. |
Three meeting rooms with view of Cook Inlet or Chugach Mountains that can accommodate small groups or up to 250 people. Just 45 miles from Anchorage. |
Veil & Vine 4350 S Bodenburg Loop Rd. Palmer, AK 99645 907-795-8870 |
Indoors: 250 |
2 years |
Venue rental: $3,500; full packages available: $7,500-$13,500. |
Beautiful venue architecture surrounded by breathtaking views and all that Alaska has to offer. |