Revelstoke Mountain Resort’s (RMR) free Valentine’s Day weddings event hosted 22 couples and their loved ones for wedding ceremonies overlooking town and the river valley. Over 160 couples have now said “I do” since the event launched nine years ago, either tying the knot for the first time or taking the chance to renew their vows.
Wedding participants came dressed in snow gear, favourite ski suites, stylish apparel and even typical wedding dresses and suits. Resort guests taking a break at the Mac Commons outpost were able to cheer on the ceremonies as well. After the ceremony and celebration, many guests took to the runs for some unique photos.
One story came full-circle for newly married couple Nicola and Wil Brooks, whose first big trip as a couple was to Revelstoke for snowboarding.
“I already suspected at the time this was the woman I wanted to marry,” Wil said. “When the opportunity presented itself, we kind of jumped on it to come back and make this the place of our wedding.”
Staff were on hand with sparkling wine, a cupcake and a specialized, “just married” sticker in the style of the trail signs throughout the resort. The support and excitement from RMR staff was one of the highlights of the event for Nicola.
“The [marriage commissioner] is amazing. She made us so comfortable talking back and forth with us while we were up there.”
Judy Bennett, marriage commissioner for RMR’s Valentine’s Day weddings, highlighted how much the event has grown over the years, with spots this year filling up almost instantly. In her three years of working, Bennett has helped dozens of couples celebrate their moment.
“I’ve lived in Revelstoke my whole life and this is something that’s just great to be a part of,” she said.
While 2023’s dinosaur costume couple remains a highlight, Bennett said so many of the couples over the years have left an impression and she looks forward to seeing what stories come out of next year’s event.
“It’s always just such a fun time for everyone.”
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