52 North Venue
Modern industrial-chic wedding venue on 7 acres near Sylvan Lake with woodland ceremony space, indoor reception hall for up to 200 guests, and on-site accommodation.
About
52 North is a boutique wedding destination 9km north of Sylvan Lake, centrally located between Calgary and Edmonton. The property spans 7 acres of natural woodland and features distinct spaces designed to work with any couple's style. The outdoor ceremony area has towering trees and a winding creek, while the 3,500 sq ft indoor reception hall anchors a New York-inspired brick feature wall. The venue opens with The Suite, a bright prep space with natural light, and The Vault, a dark atmospheric setting with speakeasy-inspired finishes. On-site accommodation includes a luxurious penthouse suite sleeping up to 6 guests and additional lodging in The Vault for 8 more.
The Signature multi-day package gives you exclusive use of the entire property from Friday afternoon to Sunday morning with setup and teardown included, two dedicated prep suites, and 2 nights lodging for up to 14 guests. The venue welcomes custom ideas, vendor flexibility (bring your own or choose from a curated local list), and offers no corkage fees for alcohol. In-house services include professional bar coordination through Roadpop Event Co., on-site decor rentals, and ceremony coordination led by someone with 17+ years of wedding experience.
Packages
Signature Wedding Package
- Multi-day Friday afternoon to Sunday morning
- Exclusive use of entire 7-acre property
- Woodland ceremony with indoor backup
- Indoor reception space for up to 200 guests
- 2 prep suites for wedding party
- 2 nights on-site accommodation for up to 14 guests
- Celebration until 1am with optional 3am extensions
- Full setup and teardown of included furniture
- On-site hosts throughout the booking
Bar Service - Standard
- Soda package
- Disposable glassware
- Hydration station
- Lemon and lime garnishes
- Ice
Bar Service - Cocktail Bar
- All Standard features
- Juice package with clamato juice
Bar Service - Speakeasy
- All Cocktail Bar features
- Two signature cocktails from curated menu
Ceremony Coordination
- Rehearsal consultation
- Wedding ceremony rehearsal
- Ceremony processional coordination
FAQs
What is the guest capacity at 52 North?
The modern industrial indoor reception space accommodates up to 200 seated guests, allowing room for a dance floor, lounge furniture, and bar.
How far is the venue from Calgary and Edmonton?
52 North is about 1.5 to 2 hours north of Calgary via the QE2 and roughly 1.5 hours south of Edmonton straight down Highway 2. It's centrally located just 10 minutes outside Sylvan Lake.
Can we bring our own alcohol and how do bar services work?
Yes, you're welcome to purchase and provide your own alcohol without corkage fees. You'll need to obtain a special events liquor license through AGLC. Bar coordination is handled in-house through Roadpop Event Co., which offers tiered service packages and bartending starting at $50/hour.
Do you have outdoor ceremony spots?
52 North Venue offers beautiful outdoor settings (forest, garden, or mountain views).
Is the venue quiet and private?
52 North Venue is known for a calm, tranquil atmosphere.
Service areas: 52 North Venue serves Red Deer, Calgary, Edmonton. They may accommodate additional locations, please contact them to learn more.
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