The Gathering Place, Pinetop


Raw space venue

The venue will provide just the space. You’ll bring in your own caterer and vendors.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $6,500 for off-peak dates, and $7,000 for peak dates

Packages

Prices start at $5,000

Guest capacity

Up to 150 seated guests



About this venue

Located in the White Mountains of east central Arizona and far from the heat and crowds, The Gathering Place offers a beautiful setting for an outdoor wedding and an indoor reception. Ideal capacity is 50-125 guests. Extensive renovations to this historic equestrian barn have transformed it into one of the most desired venues in the White Mountains.


Our event spaces

The Historic Barn

A truly unique venue in the White Mountains of Arizona...

The 2,800 square foot interior serves 50-150 guests in an area that has unlimited options for decorating, dinner, and dancing. Day before and after access is included in our affordable weekend wedding package in a lovely, accessible part of Pinetop, AZ.

Guest capacity

50-150 Seated

Up to 150 Standing

Square footage

2,800

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception

Included in this room:

15 round banquet tables. 12 rectangular banquet tables. 150 indoor banquet chairs. White wooden Sweetheart table. Two gold-toned sweetheart chairs. 2 beverage service tables. One cake table. Outdoor patio furniture - cocktail tables & chairs, 2 wooden picnic tables. Wedding arch. 150 white padded folding chairs for outdoor ceremonies. Bridal suite with 6 hair & makeup stations, lounge area, full-length mirrors, Heat/AC, mini fridge, sink. 5 XL trash receptacles with 2 liners each. 8 foot ladder.

The Grounds & Ceremony Arch

We look forward to meeting you, and making your event special.

Several acres are beautifully landscaped including a lush lawn for the ceremony area, a towering pine forest for shade, and wide open spaces to wander and relax. In this idyllic setting, you will find our custom pine wedding arch which serves as the perfect backdrop for exchanging vows. You can easily decorate the arch from rustic to elegant to fit your theme.

Guest capacity

Up to 150 Seated

Up to 150 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception

Included in this room:

15 round banquet tables. 12 rectangular banquet tables. 150 indoor banquet chairs. White wooden Sweetheart table. Two gold-toned sweetheart chairs. 2 beverage service tables. One cake table. Outdoor patio furniture - cocktail tables & chairs, 2 wooden picnic tables. Wedding arch. 150 white padded folding chairs for outdoor ceremonies. Bridal suite with 6 hair & makeup stations, lounge area, full-length mirrors, Heat/AC, mini fridge, sink. 5 XL trash receptacles with 2 liners each. 8 foot ladder.

The Historic Barn

A truly unique venue in the White Mountains of Arizona...

The 2,800 square foot interior serves 50-150 guests in an area that has unlimited options for decorating, dinner, and dancing. Day before and after access is included in our affordable weekend wedding package in a lovely, accessible part of Pinetop, AZ.

Guest capacity

50-150 Seated

Up to 150 Standing

Square footage

2,800

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception

Included in this room:

15 round banquet tables. 12 rectangular banquet tables. 150 indoor banquet chairs. White wooden Sweetheart table. Two gold-toned sweetheart chairs. 2 beverage service tables. One cake table. Outdoor patio furniture - cocktail tables & chairs, 2 wooden picnic tables. Wedding arch. 150 white padded folding chairs for outdoor ceremonies. Bridal suite with 6 hair & makeup stations, lounge area, full-length mirrors, Heat/AC, mini fridge, sink. 5 XL trash receptacles with 2 liners each. 8 foot ladder.

The Grounds & Ceremony Arch

We look forward to meeting you, and making your event special.

Several acres are beautifully landscaped including a lush lawn for the ceremony area, a towering pine forest for shade, and wide open spaces to wander and relax. In this idyllic setting, you will find our custom pine wedding arch which serves as the perfect backdrop for exchanging vows. You can easily decorate the arch from rustic to elegant to fit your theme.

Guest capacity

Up to 150 Seated

Up to 150 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception

Included in this room:

15 round banquet tables. 12 rectangular banquet tables. 150 indoor banquet chairs. White wooden Sweetheart table. Two gold-toned sweetheart chairs. 2 beverage service tables. One cake table. Outdoor patio furniture - cocktail tables & chairs, 2 wooden picnic tables. Wedding arch. 150 white padded folding chairs for outdoor ceremonies. Bridal suite with 6 hair & makeup stations, lounge area, full-length mirrors, Heat/AC, mini fridge, sink. 5 XL trash receptacles with 2 liners each. 8 foot ladder.


The Gathering Place, Pinetop packages

Tier 1

1-100 guests

Peak pricing $7,000

Off-peak pricing $6,500

Description

Tier 1 wedding package is ideal for those who will have 100 guests or less! Our venue is set up for an outdoor ceremony and an indoor reception. However, you are welcome to also host your ceremony indoors! Access to the venue the day before from 1pm-8pm, the day of from 6:30am-midnight, and the day after from 6:30am-10am (for cleanup purposes only.)

What’s included
  • Banquet Tables & Chairs
  • Cake Table
  • Sweetheart Table & 2 Fabric Chairs
  • 2 Metal High Top Tables
  • Upstairs Bridal Suite
  • Indoor Kitchen
  • 2 Wooden Picnic Tables
  • Bistro Tables & Chairs
  • Wooden Arch
  • Free Parking

Tier 2

101-150 guests

Peak pricing $8,000

Off-peak pricing $7,500

Description

Tier 1 wedding package is ideal for those who will have 101 - 150 guests! Our venue is set up for an outdoor ceremony and an indoor reception. However, you are welcome to also host your ceremony indoors! Access to the venue the day before from 1pm-8pm, the day of from 6:30am-midnight, and the day after from 6:30am-10am (for cleanup purposes only.)

What’s included
  • Banquet Tables & Chairs
  • Cake Table
  • Sweetheart Table & 2 Fabric Chairs
  • 2 Metal High Top Tables
  • Upstairs Bridal Suite
  • Indoor Kitchen
  • 2 Wooden Picnic Tables
  • Bistro Tables & Chairs
  • Wooden Arch
  • Free Parking

Micro-Wedding

1-60 guests

Peak pricing $5,000

Off-peak pricing $5,000

Description

Micro-wedding package is ideal for those who will have 60 guests or less! This is for weddings on a Tuesday or Wednesday only. Our venue is set up for an outdoor ceremony and an indoor reception. However, you are welcome to also host your ceremony indoors! Access to the venue is same day of the wedding only from 6:30am-Midnight.

What’s included
  • Banquet Tables & Chairs
  • Cake Table
  • Sweetheart Table & 2 Fabric Chairs
  • 2 Metal High Top Tables
  • Upstairs Bridal Suite
  • Indoor Kitchen
  • 2 Wooden Picnic Tables
  • Bistro Tables & Chairs
  • Wooden Arch
  • Free Parking

Available services that can be provided by The Gathering Place, Pinetop

Services & amenities

  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Liability insurance
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

Transportation & access

  • Self parking - free
  • Wheelchair accessible

Reviews

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    Tammy E.

    Rating: 5
    •Sep 21, 2023

    Absolutely gorgeous!

    This place is an amazing venue!! There is a lot of rules to the contract but totally worth it and had no issues. Our wedding was absolutely perfect and that couldn’t have happened with out them! Totally worth it


No pets are allowed anywhere on the property with the exception of service animals. A service animal is a dog that has been specially trained to do work or perform tasks for an individual with a disability. The task(s) performed by the dog must be directly related to the person's disability. Emotional support, therapy, comfort, or companion animals do not qualify as service animals.
Loose glitter, glitter on decorations, glitter on drapery or fabric. Real candles, sparklers, fireworks. Anything with an open flame. Tiny shapes, confetti, rice, seeds, sequins, beads, fake jewels. Nails, screws, tape, glue, command strips, etc. Firearms not permitted on venue property. ATV's and similar vehicles not permitted on property.
Propane grills as long as no fire restrictions are in effect. Propane heaters in colder weather as long as no fire restrictions are in effect. Light duty staple gun to secure decorations to arch or beams. Guest removes staples. Real flower petals - guest picks up petals before leaving if used. Extra furniture, barrels, tubs - barn floor must be protected from scratches. Smoking allowed at two stations located on the property. Guests may decorate indoors and outdoors; must remove all items brought in along with staples, twine, etc. Extra strings of lights may be brought in for outdoor and indoor use.
All TGP questions are to be submitted by email so that there is a record of the question and response. Indoor setup. Responsible alcohol service by a licensed bartender - no underage drinking, no excessive drinking, no parking lot drinking. Safe rides provided upon leaving the venue. Drying ceremony chairs if they become wet before ceremony. Take all trash to dumpster located on property. Remove all items brought to the property. Remove staples, twine, etc.
Pick up any flower petals that were tossed and all party favors. Pick up cigarettes & cigars. Return patio furniture to its original spot if moved. Leave indoor tables and chairs where they are when event ends. Exit by time specified on contract.
Grounds and buildings are clean and well-maintained. The following in good working order: restrooms, heaters, fans, lights. Trash cans are lined and have an extra liner underneath. Correct number of tables and chairs are in the barn, ready for set up by the guest. Correct number of ceremony chairs placed outdoors according to guest's specifications. Staff puts away ceremony chairs at conclusion of event. Staff cleans tables and chairs before putting them away after an event.
As of 2026, we will no longer include linens as part of the venue rental price. Linens will need to be purchased from another company, or rented from a party rental store.
June, July, August, September, and October.
February, March, April, May, November, and December are considered off-peak season. Our venue is closed every mid-December through January due to winter weather conditions. We are closed all major holidays.
Yes, however, a certified bartender is required to serve all alcohol. There is no self-service of alcohol (including beer/wine/spritzers). We do not allow Keg stands at our venue. We do not allow the sale of alcohol, so your event/wedding needs to provide an open bar or free drink tickets given out to your guests.
Yes, we have a well-lit parking lot connected to the venue area. We have designated handicap accessible parking in this parking lot. There is enough parking for up to 150 guests.
Yes, our facilities are considered wheelchair accessible. Please note, the parking lot consists of a dirt/gravel landscaping materials. The path leading up to the concrete sidewalks around the barn is also gravel. The ceremony grass has uneven terrain.