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Whitewater Mountain Resort
6010 Whitewater Ski Hill Rd, Nelson, BC
120 Capacity
Set against the iconic Ymir Peak, this ceremony site is encircled by mountains, meadows and seasonal flowers. Ceremonies are hosted between July 1 and October 4, taking advantage of the alpine summer and early fall beauty. The venue accommodates up to 200 guests on a level, finished surface and includes a guest water station, signing table, and PA system. Couples may select and rent their preferred seating style, with trusted local vendors available from our recommended vendor list.

Whitewater Mountain Resort

6010 Whitewater Ski Hill Rd, Nelson, BC
120 Capacity
Set against the iconic Ymir Peak, this ceremony site is encircled by mountains, meadows and seasonal flowers. Ceremonies are hosted between July 1 and October 4, taking advantage of the alpine summer and early fall beauty. The venue accommodates up to 200 guests on a level, finished surface and includes a guest water station, signing table, and PA system. Couples may select and rent their preferred seating style, with trusted local vendors available from our recommended vendor list.

People Often Ask

Our venue capacity is 120 people. Please note that this total capacity limit includes all guests, vendors, and resort staff on-site.
Receptions are hosted in our Bar and Bar Deck area due to licensing requirements. Many couples choose to hold their ceremony and cocktail hour outdoors, and then transition indoors for dancing. We can easily shift tables and chairs after dinner to make plenty of room for a dance floor.
No, outside alcohol is not permitted on the premises. Our liquor license requires that all alcohol be supplied and served through our venue via either a host bar or cash bar service.
Yes, you are welcome to set up a tent in the patio area for your cocktail hour or outdoor activities. You will need to source and rent the tent from an external vendor, and we will coordinate with you on the exact placement to ensure it complies with our licensed boundaries.
No, we do not offer in-house catering services. Clients are welcome to hire external professional caterers to provide food and beverage service for their events.
Our resort operates seasonally and is closed during the shoulder seasons. For example, we are closed in November and typically open for the winter season in early December. Events cannot be hosted during our closed periods.
Absolutely! We would love to show you around the resort. In-person venue tours are available by appointment, typically scheduled on weekdays.
Yes, we provide fully serviced host bar and cash bar options to suit your budget and preferences.
Yes, you will need to source your own external vendors for catering, tents, decor, and coordinating services, though we are happy to assist with suggestions and layout coordination.
Whitewater Mountain Resort is located in the beautiful mountains of Nelson, British Columbia, offering a stunning alpine setting for your special day.

Additional Info

Venue Types
Amenities
  • Outdoor Function Area
Features
  • Max Number of People for an Event: 120
  • Number of Event/Function Spaces: 2