Great Bear Ski Valley

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Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $4,500

Guest capacity

Up to 200 seated guests

About this venue

Experience a rustic escape at Great Bear Ski Valley, a stunning 220-acre park just minutes from downtown Sioux Falls. Whether you’re dreaming of a breezy outdoor ceremony on the hillside or a cozy reception in a timber-framed lodge, this venue offers a picturesque backdrop for every wedding-related event. From sunset chairlift rides overlooking the city to serene exchanges of vows amidst lush green hills, Great Bear combines natural beauty with seamless service. It’s the perfect choice for couples seeking a unique, scenic, and versatile space to celebrate their love story.

Seated guest capacity

  • 200

Venue type

  • Lodges, Retreats
  • Parks, Gardens

Venue setting

  • Indoor
  • Outdoor
5901 E Rice St, Sioux Falls, SD 57110

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Great Bear Ski Valley

Rustic charm and city views on 220 scenic acres.

The Lodge at Great Bear provides a charming, rustic atmosphere characterized by soaring ceilings and expansive windows that frame the surrounding valley. For those who prefer the open air, the rolling hills and manicured grounds offer several scenic sites to host a romantic ceremony or a lively outdoor cocktail hour. The transition from indoor to outdoor is effortless, allowing your guests to enjoy the fresh South Dakota air before heading inside for dinner and dancing. With dedicated spaces for catering and a spacious layout for a dance floor, the venue feels both grand and intimate.

Guest capacity

Up to 200 Seated

Up to 300 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Fun and festive”

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Great Bear Ski Valley

Rustic charm and city views on 220 scenic acres.

The Lodge at Great Bear provides a charming, rustic atmosphere characterized by soaring ceilings and expansive windows that frame the surrounding valley. For those who prefer the open air, the rolling hills and manicured grounds offer several scenic sites to host a romantic ceremony or a lively outdoor cocktail hour. The transition from indoor to outdoor is effortless, allowing your guests to enjoy the fresh South Dakota air before heading inside for dinner and dancing. With dedicated spaces for catering and a spacious layout for a dance floor, the venue feels both grand and intimate.

Guest capacity

Up to 200 Seated

Up to 300 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Fun and festive”

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Available services that can be provided by Great Bear Ski Valley

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Catering services
  • Clean up
  • Dance floor
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event coordinator
  • Event rentals
  • Event staff
  • On-site accommodations
  • Service staff
  • Set up

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