What would your special day be without your best friend? We’re talking about your dog, not your significant other. That’s exactly why we compiled a list of the best dog friendly wedding venues in Salt Lake City and around the state of Utah.
Over the years it has become more and more common to see dogs at weddings as flower girls, ring bearers and even as the maid of honor or best man. The photos that come out of dog-friendly weddings are just too cute. From flower crowns to harnesses that look like suits, there are lots of ways to get your pup involved for the big day.
If your dog isn’t big on crowds, there are plenty of ways to honor them without having them actually at the ceremony. One of the cutest ways is to have your signature cocktail named for your pooch or use photos of them as table cards.
We love supporting local vendors when incorporating your pup into the ceremony or reception! If you’re looking for a special wedding cake just for your dog to enjoy we recommend Rebel Paw bakery, they have a variety of sizes and adorable decorations. In need of a fresh floral collar? Check out Ritual In Bloom. Utah’s Flutterbye Prints also offers a unique keepsake with their fingerprint and pawprint art!
If you think your dog is up for the hustle and bustle of a wedding, we’ve compiled some of the best dog-friendly wedding venues in Utah. Please note that prices vary based on date, time of year and number of guests, call the venues to get specifics for your wedding.
Dog-Friendly Wedding Venues In Salt Lake City (And Around Utah)
Log Haven
Located in stunning Millcreek Canyon, Log Haven is a romantic restaurant and wedding venue surrounded by green trees and features a running creek. It was voted Utah’s best wedding venue. Dogs are welcome in Millcreek Canyon and at Log Haven for weddings.
They have private dining rooms, an outdoor reception area and a private meadow if you’re looking for an outdoor ceremony. There is even a waterfall! Be warned, this is a popular wedding spot and they book out fast.
Memorial House At Memory Grove Park
Located in Salt Lake City’s stunning Memory Grove park, Memorial House is perfect if you’re looking for a Downtown location that still has an outdoorsy vibe. The park is located at the mouth of a stunning canyon where Salt Lakers love to walk their dogs, run and bike.
There is an off-leash area of the trail for dogs to run and play at the park. With a large dance floor and space for a band or DJ, Memorial House is a perfect spot for an upbeat, fun wedding. They can accommodate up to 300 guests.
Millcreek Inn
Another Millcreek Canyon favorite, Millcreek Inn is a picturesque venue surrounded by trees and a creek. It is located just three miles up the dog-friendly canyon. If you choose a Spring or Summer wedding, you’ll be treated to spectacular wildflowers.
They have both an indoor and outdoor space with rustic decor and an outdoorsy, yet romantic ambience. This is another one of those venues that books up fast, so make sure to book as soon as possible.
Alta Peruvian Lodge (permit required)
What a treat to be able to bring your dog up Little Cottonwood Canyon for a wedding! Although you will need a permit, dogs are welcome at Alta’s Peruvian Lodge for weddings.
If you’re looking to have the quintessential Utah mountain wedding, this is your place. With stunning backdrops, your pictures will be amazing. According to the website, they accommodate “outdoor ceremonies and intimate receptions.”
Sundance Mountain Resort
Sundance Mountain Resort, located between Heber and Provo, is a gorgeous spot for your summer wedding. They offer both indoor and outdoor space. You can even get married in the Fall with some amazing Autumn colors.
They offer a wedding coordinator, banquet staff and a large dancefloor. The resort also has rooms for your guests to stay for the weekend.
White Church At Rock Port State Park
This wedding venue is exactly what it sounds like, a beautiful and classic-looking old church near Rock Port State Park (about a 40-minute drive from Salt Lake City). If you’re looking for less thrills and a more private location, this is a great option.
There is a nearby dog-friendly campground for guests. While food and drink are not allowed in the White Church, you are allowed to have it outside on the lawn and under the pavilion. To book the area, you must call the state park. This venue only seats 90 guests in the church.
Louland Falls
Located in Utah’s famous Parley’s Canyon (the canyon connecting Salt Lake City and Park City), Louland Falls is a gorgeous wedding venue with sheer cliffs and trees all around. This venue is only open from May-October.
Complete with catering and supplies like tables and chairs, Louland Falls will make planning your mountain wedding a breeze. Make sure to book ASAP, they book out a year in advance.
Commercial Club SLC
We understand the super outdoorsy vibe isn’t for everyone, and if that’s you, check out Commercial Club SLC, a downtown SLC wedding venue.
This place will give you a classic, elegant and timeless wedding with gorgeous chandeliers and beautifully designed walls. If you love luxury, this may be the venue for you.
Crescent Hall
Crescent Hall is a hip-looking wedding venue in Sandy, Utah. It features exposed brick and arched windows. You can bring in your own catering and the space seats 150-160 guests.
This venue has tables, chairs and both a bride a groom’s room. There is also a prep kitchen for your catering company to use.
Cactus And Tropicals
Wanting a gorgeous jungle wedding but not wanting to leave your family behind in Utah? We have a perfect solution: Cactus and Tropicals in Draper, Utah.
Cactus and Tropicals is a local-favorite plant store and nursery, but they also host weddings and events in their greenhouse. With fairy lights and gorgeous plants and flowers surrounding your guests, it will feel like they’ve been whisked off to a fantasy land. You almost have to see a wedding here to believe how spectacular having a wedding in a greenhouse can be.
Check out our guide to Salt Lake’s dog-friendly nurseries and garden centers.
Draper Dairy Barn
The Draper Dairy Barn is a huge white barn and perfect for a medium-sized wedding with a max indoor capacity of 100 people. With a fully wood interior and rustic decor, if you’re looking for a country-style wedding, look no further.
The barn is located in Draper City Park and reserved through Draper City. They have tables, chairs and many other things you might need to make your big day special. This is one of the most affordable venues on the list starting at $175 for a half day and going up from there.
Wheeler Farm Barn
One of the most dog-friendly spots in Salt Lake is Wheeler Farm, so naturally they’d be a great dog-friendly wedding venue.
Wheeler Farm is located in Murray, Utah and is a real-live farm with animals and gardens. You book through the Salt Lake County parks and will need to provide your own planner and catering. If you’re looking for a laid-back but super fun place to host your wedding, this is a great spot.
Homestead Resort
Located about 30 minutes from Salt Lake City in the Heber Valley, you’ll find Homestead Resort. This is a perfect venue if you’re looking for that outdoorsy vibe but with a whole lot of luxury mixed in. They offer both indoor and outdoor options.
The views of the Wasatch Mountain are stunning and the greenery surrounding the resort will make your guests feel like they are on a mountain vacation. This is another one of those spots and books out fast, so check in with staff ASAP to reserve your date.
Red Cliffs Lodge
Now we venture out of Salt Lake City to another famous Utah town: Moab. Red Cliffs Lodge is the ideal wedding venue for Southern Utah lovers. With views of red rocks and a more desert feel, this venue is great if your guests want to stay together and go on some adventures.
You’ll get some gorgeous photos of red rocks and the Green River that flows through the property.
Check out our guide to traveling to Moab with a dog.
Knot and Pine
Utah County’s Knot and Pine has two options for dog-friendly venues. The Alpine Barn in Alpine and 5th East Hall in American Fork. The Alpine Barn is a rustic, yet upscale barn with big windows. 5th East Hall is more of a classy city hall vibe if that’s what you’re looking for.
This venue is affordable, you can check out pricing and booking information here.
High Star Ranch
If you love Utah’s Uinta Mountains, High Star Ranch in Kama might be the dog friendly wedding venue for you. You may have heard of this venue, because it’s also home to the Dejoria Center, a concert venue. High Star knows how to put on an event, so if you book them, planning should be a breeze.
The views of the mountains are gorgeous and your pictures are sure to stun.
Twenty And Creek
Twenty and Creek is a ceremony-only venue located in Sandy, Utah. Twenty and Creek has lots of locations to choose from when it comes to where to say your vows; they have a garden, a grand hall and plenty of other gorgeous photo locations (the grand staircase is beautiful.
The venue is bright and elegant, you can learn about booking and view a photo gallery here.
The Hitching Post
Serving the community for over 80+ years, 1520 N. Main Street is a historical building with stunning views of the Wasatch Mountains. The Hitching Post is a prime location on Main Street, just minutes off Interstate 15 in Springville, Utah.
With stunning truss architecture and complete with cozy cafe lights and 10,000 sq.ft. of a main hall open floor plan including areas designated for a ceremony or guest speaker, dance floor and dining. Potted pines, barn door shutters, and 10 panel glass double doors with elk antler handles greet you as you begin your journey inside our vast main hall. Hundreds of vintage windows span the exterior and bring in gorgeous natural lighting, making it a gorgeous space for your dog friendly wedding.
At The Hitching Post, they also have a kids play area if you plan to invite little ones.
Happy wedding planning!
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