Can Chico Hot Springs host private events or weddings?

Absolutely! We have several venues perfect for weddings, conferences, and other private events. Our event planning team is here to help you with all the details.

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Your Mountain Wedding Venue in Montana

A Frontier Romance

Chico Hot Springs is a mountain wedding venue in Montana where warm, time-honored character shapes every celebration. Breathtaking peaks and timeless valley views frame both intimate and grand gatherings, giving your romance a true sense of place. Our distinctive venues set the stage for a ceremony rooted in meaning, memory, and that wild Montana spirit.

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On-Site Event Coordination
Full-Service Catering Menus Crafted by Our Award-Winning Chef
Indoor & Outdoor Venues for Up to 180 Guests
Overnight Accommodations for Wedding Parties & Guests
Access to Hot Springs Pools
Resort Activities: Trail Rides, Spa Services, Outdoor Adventures
Historic Backdrops for Photography
Customizable Floorplans & Layouts
Dedicated Dining Reservations Team
Nearby Access to Yellowstone Country Experiences

Our Wedding Venues

Yellowstone Film Ranch

For couples dreaming of a wedding steeped in Western romance, the Film Ranch offers Gold-Rush-era architecture and cinematic views. Just minutes from Chico, it pairs seamlessly with resort lodging and inspired celebration activities.

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The Boardroom

Located inside the Lower Lodge, this versatile space serves up to 30 guests. Ideal for pre-wedding gatherings, bridal party prep, or micro-celebrations.

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The Broderick

A tribute to Chico’s mid-century visionaries, this venue accommodates up to 40 guests. Charming details and flexible layout options make it perfect for smaller weddings or paired configurations within the historic conference center.

The Townsend Room

Honoring Chico’s early history, this intimate gathering space accommodates up to 40 guests. Warm, inviting, and easily paired with nearby rooms, it’s perfect for rehearsal dinners, welcome parties, and cozy receptions.

The Knowles Room

Named for Chico’s founding family, this venue is defined by its stone fireplace and French doors that spill onto the lawn. A comfortable, elevated setting for up to 100 guests seeking rustic-refined ambiance.

Event Center

A grand venue at the heart of the resort, ideal for spirited receptions of up to 180 guests. River-rock accents, a sweeping staircase, and a welcoming porch offer timeless frontier charm.

Field of Dreams

With Emigrant Peak rising above you, this expansive meadow brings the drama of Montana’s high country to your ceremony. Open skies, sweeping views, and endless horizon lines create a stunning backdrop.

Stone House

An intimate enclave steeped in Chico’s earliest history. The Stone House provides a warm and romantic atmosphere for intimate gatherings of up to 16 guests, bringing your closest circle together.

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Garden Pavilion

Sheltered beneath graceful willows and bordered by a spring-fed creek, this open-air pavilion is made for nature-loving couples. Celebrate al fresco with garden paths, soft light, and a private lawn.

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How easy is it for out-of-state guests to travel to Chico Hot Springs?

Chico is located in Pray, Montana, in Paradise Valley. Most destination guests fly into Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN), then drive roughly an hour south to the resort along Highway 89 toward Yellowstone National Park.
The drive itself is scenic, so arriving feels like the start of the adventure. Our team can provide driving directions, shuttle recommendations, and suggested activities for welcome packets or your wedding website.

How far in advance should we book, and who do we contact to start planning?

Chico Hot Springs is a popular Montana wedding venue and can book up quickly, especially for prime summer and fall weekends.
It is best to reach out 12–18 months in advance for weekend dates or as soon as you know you want a Paradise Valley or Yellowstone-area wedding. You can contact the resort’s events and catering team directly via the “Gather” or weddings/venues section of the Chico Hot Springs website or by calling the main resort number and asking for the wedding and events department.

Does Chico provide catering, bar service, and wedding coordination?

Yes. Chico Hot Springs provides in-house catering and bar service, along with a sales coordinator to help you with timelines and logistics on the resort side.
Menus can be tailored to your event style, from Montana-inspired plated dinners to more casual buffet or outdoor options, and our team can coordinate rentals such as tables, chairs, linens, and basic service ware. Outside vendors like planners, photographers, and florists are welcome with prior approval.

Can we incorporate the hot springs and on-site activities into our wedding weekend?

Absolutely. Many couples turn their wedding into a full Chico weekend:

Welcome soak in the natural hot springs pools before or after the rehearsal dinner.
Group activities like horseback riding, hiking, or fly-fishing in Paradise Valley.
A farewell brunch or casual gathering on property before guests head to Yellowstone or back to the airport.

Our team can suggest ways to weave in the hot springs and activities so your guests leave feeling like they truly experienced Montana.

Is Chico open year-round for weddings? What are the best seasons?

Chico Hot Springs hosts weddings in all four seasons and is open year-round.

Spring and summer bring green meadows, wildflowers, and long evenings for outdoor ceremonies.
Fall offers crisp air and golden hillsides.
Winter weddings are cozy and romantic, with snow-covered peaks and steamy hot springs pools just steps away.

Our team can help you plan around daylight, weather, and road conditions so your guests have a smooth Montana experience.

What on-site accommodations are available for our wedding guests?

Chico Hot Springs is a full resort with a mix of lodging options, including rooms in the historic Main Lodge, additional wings, cabins, houses, and other unique western stays.
Because everything is on site, your guests can park once and spend the weekend soaking, dining, celebrating, and exploring without needing to drive between venues.

What ceremony and reception locations are available at Chico?

Chico offers several different spots so you can match the setting to your vision:

The Field of Dreams with its wooden gazebo and sweeping Emigrant Peak views for outdoor ceremonies.
The Event Center highlights the charm of our 100-plus-year-old resort.
Pavilion and convention spaces that work well for receptions, dancing, and late-night celebrations, plus backup indoor options in case of mountain weather.

Your wedding coordinator will walk you through each space, sample layouts, and seasonal pros and cons.

Is Chico Hot Springs a good choice for a destination wedding near Yellowstone?

Yes. Chico Hot Springs is a classic Montana destination wedding spot and a great home base for couples who want a Yellowstone experience without staying inside the park.
We are roughly 30 miles from Yellowstone’s north entrance at Gardiner, so your guests can soak in the hot springs, enjoy the wedding festivities, and still spend a day exploring geysers, wildlife, and scenic drives before or after your big day.

Why is Chico Hot Springs Resort a special place to get married in Montana?

Chico Hot Springs sits in Paradise Valley in Pray, Montana, surrounded by Absaroka mountain views and big-sky sunsets, just about 30 miles from the north entrance of Yellowstone National Park.
Couples love that they can have their ceremony outdoors with Emigrant Peak as the backdrop, then move into one of the historic indoor spaces for dinner and dancing. On-site natural hot springs pools, world-class dining, and a century-old lodge give your wedding a true Montana feel while still feeling comfortable, welcoming, and easy for your guests.

How many guests can we invite to our Chico Hot Springs wedding?

Chico Hot Springs can comfortably host weddings of up to about 180 guests for both indoor and outdoor ceremonies and receptions, depending on the event space and layout you choose.
Smaller elopements and intimate gatherings are also very popular here. Our team can help you choose the perfect on-property venue for your guest count—whether you’re envisioning a smaller ceremony or prefer one of our larger convention or pavilion spaces.

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