Maine Wedding Reception Venues
Timeless Celebrations of Love Awaits
With 4 distinct seasons, ever-changing scenery, and timeless mountain backdrops, Maine is the perfect place to have a wedding reception and Boyne’s resorts are the ideal destinations to host them. Our resort wedding reception locations feature a variety of room sizes and setups with professional catering teams at your service. Plus all the modern amenities and amusements you can expect from a year-round resort. We invite you to come see for yourself what makes our resorts in Maine so magical – all within driving distance of most New England cities.
Timeless Celebrations of Love Awaits
Located in Newry, Maine, just under two hours from Portland, ME, and an hour and a half from Augusta, ME, Sunday River is the perfect destination for couples looking for a mountain wedding reception location. This resort offers three unique wedding reception venues available year-round, two hotels, and a mid-mountain lodge, plus countless activities and amenities. All the hotel wedding reception locations at Sunday River are also handicap accessible.
Sunday River Resort Wedding Receptions
Carrabassett Valley, Maine
Sugarloaf Resort
Sugarloaf Mountain Resort is the ultimate destination wedding venue. Your wedding will have a spectacular natural backdrop... with all the modern amenities and convenience of a year-round resort.
Newry, Maine
Sunday River
With two resort hotels, a mid-mountain lodge, and multiple ceremony venues, Sunday River is the ideal destination for planning your mountain wedding in Maine.
Sunday River Resort Wedding Receptions
Located in Newry, Maine, just under two hours from Portland, ME, and an hour and a half from Augusta, ME, Sunday River is the perfect destination for couples looking for a mountain wedding reception location. This resort offers three unique wedding reception venues available year-round, two hotels, and a mid-mountain lodge, plus countless activities and amenities. All the hotel wedding reception locations at Sunday River are also handicap accessible.
Grand Ballroom
Capacity: 400 Guests
Availability: Year Round
The Grand Ballroom at the Grand Summit Hotel is Sunday River’s largest wedding reception venue. This elegant room features a 26’ x 27’ dance floor and a private outdoor patio perfect for ceremonies, a cocktail hour, or just to give your guests a break to enjoy the crisp mountain air.
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Peak Lodge
Capacity: 180
Availability: Year Round
A chairlift will whisk up to 180 guests to the mid-mountain Peak Lodge, which offers a large, outdoor patio and absolutely gorgeous panoramic views of the surrounding mountains - not to mention hopelessly romantic sunsets.
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Sugarloaf Resort Wedding Receptions
Sugarloaf Mountain Resort wedding receptions are filled with mountain views, romance, and everything you will need for your special day. Surrounded by the spectacular natural backdrop of the Bigelow Mountains in Carrabassett Valley, you’ll have all the modern amenities and conveniences you would expect from a year-round resort destination.
King Pine Room
Capacity: 325 Guests
Availability: May - October
The King Pine Room hotel wedding reception place offers spectacular views of Sugarloaf Mountain and the entire Bigelow Mountain Range. Couples can make the room their own by decorating the high ceilings, open floor plan, and large dance floor.
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The Widowmaker
Capacity: 120 Guests
Availability: May - October
The Widowmaker bar is ideal for brides and grooms looking for a more laid-back wedding with views of the Bigelow mountains. Couples can also add on the loft to their wedding package for expanded space including a new deck overlooking the Beach.
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Carrabassett Ballroom
Capacity: 80 Guests
Availability: Year Round
Located in the Sugarloaf Mountain Hotel, this wedding reception venue is ideal for couples planning an intimate celebration. Your friends and family will enjoy trailside views and can simply take the elevator home from the hotel wedding reception venue.
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Gondola Room
Capacity: 80 Guests
Availability: May - October
This wedding reception venue is situated at the newly built Bill and Joan Alfond Competition Center and is the perfect space for an intimate celebration. Bonus: The architectural details and gorgeous views provide great photo ops.
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Bullwinkle’s
Capacity: 80 Guests
Availability: Winter Only
For a truly unique winter experience, couples can reserve our Bullwinkle wedding reception venue, which is only accessible by snowcat.
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The Outdoor Center
Capacity: 80 Guests
Availability: May - October
The Outdoor Center lodge offers the space of a large wedding reception venue with the cozy atmosphere of a mountain getaway.
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Strokes Bar & Grille
Capacity: 50 Guests
Availability: Winter Only
Located at the Sugarloaf Golf Course, The Strokes Bar & Grill is available for intimate winter weddings.
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Sliders Restaurant
Capacity: 170
Availability: Year Round
Located in Sunday River’s Jordan Hotel, this wedding reception venue offers the service and amenities of an upscale restaurant with the rustic, intimate feel of a Maine mountain lodge. Featuring post-and-beam architecture and stunning views of the Jordan Bowl alpine area, this hotel wedding reception venue offers couples a more casual feel for their celebration. Guests can also enjoy the large sun deck for cocktails receptions and star gazing.
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Unforgettable Meals
Let’s face it, the food at weddings can make or break them. Our culinary team promises to make your wedding reception a truly memorable affair with delicious meals that can range from buffets to gourmet plated dinners. Both of our resort wedding reception locations in Maine offer a selection of packages for brides and grooms to select from when catering their celebration. Our wedding catering packages include:
- 3-5 hors d'oeuvres
- 1 salad option
- 2 entree options
- Vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free options available
- Kids options available upon request
- Champagne toast
And to make sure couples are truly happy with their menus, we invite you to join your event coordinator in a complimentary wedding tasting before deciding. Cash and hourly bar service with beer, wine, cocktails, and nonalcoholic beverages are also available through our hotel wedding reception venues.
Weddings Made Simple
You have enough to plan without having to worry about the small stuff. Let our wedding venues in Maine take care of all the details on your wedding day, so you can plan your happily ever after. All of our packages include:
- Tables
- Chairs
- Chinaware
- White Table Linens
- Dance Floor
- Setup & Teardown
- On-Site Support and Waitstaff
For an additional fee, we can also provide guest shuttle service, wedding arbors, and cake serving sets. All decorations must be provided by the wedding party prior to the event.
Ready to Plan A Unique Mountain Reception?
Boyne Resorts invites you to come explore all 10 of our breathtaking wedding reception venues across both of our beautiful resorts in Maine. Schedule a site tour and a free consultation with our wedding team and start planning your dream mountain wedding.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Wedding Venues in Maine
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We recommend most couples book their wedding venue at least 18-24 months in advance.
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Each wedding couple is offered a discounted price on guest rooms and a unique link, so their guests can book rooms online.
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Boyne Resorts caters the food and alcohol for weddings and we do not allow outside catering services. However, wedding cakes and desserts may be purchased through a third party, licensed baker.
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Our wedding event venues provide couples with tables, chairs, dance floors, sound, and basic existing lighting. A/V is available on-site for an additional fee. We are also happy to work with couples to ensure they have everything they need to make their wedding a success.
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We do not require a minimum number of guests for your wedding, however we do recommend 50+ to hit the required food and beverage minimums.