Alpenglow Lodge at Arctic Valley Ski Area

Select services venue

The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $1,250 for off-peak dates, and $5,500 for peak dates

Guest capacity

Up to 215 seated guests

About this venue

Arctic Valley is a non-profit ski area in the Chugach mountains just outside Anchorage. We offer the best combination of large indoor spaces for dinner and party, along with a beautiful outdoor location for your ceremony. Our lodge has large spaces upstairs and downstairs, so we can separate dinner and the party for large weddings, or keep everything together in the same space for more intimate weddings. We're an open catering and open alcohol venue, so you can bring your choice of vendors, and provide your own drinks if desired. Our chairlift is a unique experience, allowing you and your guests to get to the top of the mountain for beautiful photos and views. We offer most of the necessities as part of our packages, including tables, chairs, arch/arbor, dance floor, sound system, bar areas, and a bunch of table & room decorations. Our curfew is 1am, so you can keep the party going late! We welcome folks to stay overnight in our parking lots or public use cabins.

Seated guest capacity

  • 1-215

Venue type

  • Lodges, Retreats

Venue setting

  • Indoor
  • Outdoor
18800 Arctic Valley Rd, Anchorage, AK 99505

Our event spaces

Downstairs

Great space for dinner for large weddings, and dinner + after party for smaller weddings.

We can seat up to 215 downstairs for dinner, and for weddings of up to about 150 people (120 more comfortably) we can also host the after party in this space. Large windows on the west side provide lots of light and beautiful views of the surrounding area.

Guest capacity

1-215 Seated

1-300 Standing

Square footage

3,200

Ideal for

Wedding reception, After party

Included in this room:

- Cream tulle on the ceiling - Tables & chairs - Bar area & welcome counter

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

Upstairs

Large windows & great views on 3 sides makes this space ideal for your after party or cocktail hour!

For larger weddings, upstairs is the ideal space for your after party! Use our large dance floor and crank the music up for a fun night. The deck just outside is a great place to escape for photos and a breather. For weddings of 100 guests or fewer, use this smaller, more casual space for both the reception and after party.

Guest capacity

1-167 Seated

1-300 Standing

Square footage

2,300

Ideal for

Wedding reception, After party, Cocktail hour

Included in this room:

- Light strings - Ski area bar vibe & decor - Bar area including built in beer taps

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

Lawn

Ceremony location ideally located just outside the venue, with a beautiful mountain background.

Our lawn can accommodate ceremonies of any size, including a more intimate ceremony setup for smaller weddings.

Guest capacity

1-350 Seated

1-500 Standing

Square footage

2,400

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony

Included in this room:

- Chairs - Arbor/arch options

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

Downstairs

Great space for dinner for large weddings, and dinner + after party for smaller weddings.

We can seat up to 215 downstairs for dinner, and for weddings of up to about 150 people (120 more comfortably) we can also host the after party in this space. Large windows on the west side provide lots of light and beautiful views of the surrounding area.

Guest capacity

1-215 Seated

1-300 Standing

Square footage

3,200

Ideal for

Wedding reception, After party

Included in this room:

- Cream tulle on the ceiling - Tables & chairs - Bar area & welcome counter

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

Available services that can be provided by Alpenglow Lodge at Arctic Valley Ski Area

Services & amenities

  • Clean up
  • Dance floor
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event rentals
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Set up
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

Reviews

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  • Best. Venue. Ever.

    •Verified review
    •Emmy G.•Feb 26, 2025

    We found Arctic Valley Ski Lodge through a recommendation from my boss who is part of the ski team that frequents there. I went in thinking "we'll just check it out", but I was absolutely blown away. The venue is BEAUTIFUL, and had everything we needed and more. John was incredibly kind and helpful, he responded quickly any time we had the smallest of questions for him and the process was simple and easy to reserve our wedding day. They even have a package where they will do the ENTIRE DECORATING AND TAKE DOWN PROCESS FOR YOU. That took SO much pressure off of us. They sent us a brochure of all the decor they had available but we weren't picky and just told them 'make it pretty'. They delivered! The venue was gorgeous, the chairlift was AWESOME - they even kept it running longer than our contract stated so they could make sure everyone had a turn. They truly helped turn the wedding of our dreams into a reality. I remember my brother was really stressing me out at one point and one of the people working the chairlift (I can't remember her name right now unfortunately) told me "Just breathe, this is your day and they will wait for you". She was so kind and helped me to remember that stressing would help nothing and I should just sit back and enjoy the day. The next day when we came back to grab all the gear and anything we might have missed, they had boxed everything up for us, they had even taken down the photobooth! I could not recommend this venue enough, I truly had the best wedding I could have ever hoped for and a huge reason was because of these guys. They made it so fun and so easy. The ONLY thing I would say that is not so great is that I would highly recommend for the ladies to get ready before heading over, there wasn't a great amount of mirrors or plug-ins for hair and makeup in the dressing room. Otherwise? It was PERFECT and more than worth the money spent.

  • A Hidden Gem for Alaskan Weddings – Arctic Valley

    •Verified review
    •Jordan M.•Feb 19, 2025

    As a wedding planner in Alaska, I’ve had the pleasure of planning numerous weddings at Arctic Valley, and it remains one of my favorite venues for couples seeking a breathtaking, Alaskan backdrop. With its stunning mountain views and wildflower- and berry-filled hills, Arctic Valley offers a gorgeous setting that feels miles away from the city—yet it’s conveniently close to Anchorage. The lodge provides the perfect space for hosting wedding receptions, and dancing late into the midnight sun. For couples looking for a truly Alaskan experience, this venue delivers in every season, but summer and fall weddings here capture Alaska at its absolute best. If you’re dreaming of a mountaintop wedding surrounded by nature, Arctic Valley is an incredible choice! — Jordan AK Happenings