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  Rainbow Lake Resort has many features that will make any wedding memorable. Our ceremony island in the middle of the lake is approached by an arched footbridge. The centerpiece of the island is a 14ft elevated gazebo with a small raised dais at the entrance where the bride and groom can take their vows. There is also a runner carpet that runs up the aisle to the gazebo, and a large shade tent is erected to keep the attendees cool during summertime ceremonies.

The ceremony can proceed in many ways. Many times the bride descends the steps of the wedding cottage (Cottage K) followed by the bridesmaids. The bride, her father and a flower girl can then board the SS Cleopatra, our solar powered wedding swan boat, and quietly glide over to the wedding island amidst floating flower petals. The bride is then escorted on to the dock behind the gazebo. At the same time, the bridesmaids gracefully promenade to the wedding island bridge and await their signal. The bride then comes forward on the gazebo and the bridesmaids then cross the bridge and parade up the aisle. Next the groom paddles or is paddled over to the island where he lands and then comes forward to appear on the gazebo as well. After the ceremony the bride and groom board the swan boat and proceed “off into the distance”. At the far end of the lake is a dock where the wedding couple can land and spend a few quiet moments in private at a sitting area by the falls before they return to the awaiting crowd.

There are many picturesque spots on the lake where group shots can be taken such as under the willow tree or by the fountain, The wedding ceremony itself can take place in several other locations besides the gazebo if the wedding party so chooses.

 
 
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Wedding Ceremony Fees
The ceremony basic package includes: The use of the island, white wedding seats, the aisle runner, the shade tent and use of the swan boat and other boats. The seating and tent are set up by the staff. The price varies according to the number of guests and there is an additional 11% local tax.
Attendees: Ceremony Price (plus tax):
50 $800.00
75 $900.00
100 $1;025.00
150 $1,225.00
200 $1,450.00

Ceremony options include: Instrumental music (violin, harp or classical guitar), our photographer, a minister, PA system, and smoke or bubble machine.


 

If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact us
by phone at (828) 862-5354,
email us, or use our online request form.

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