Event venue located in downtown Hot Springs, AR
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Crystal Ridge Distillery is a wedding venue located in Hot Springs National Park, AR. Surrounded by lush National Forest and crystal lakes, this location offers an intimate and scenic spot to make memories that will last a lifetime. The distillery is housed in the Old Country Store, which was built in 1910 with state-of-the-art craftsmanship. Lovingly restored, the space maintains many of its vintage accents while also boasting modern and luxurious amenities. The venue also offers craft moonshine, bourbon, and vodka, as well as a beautiful event space where you can celebrate your life milestone in style.
Upon entering Crystal Ridge Distillery’s 3,600-square-foot event space, you will immediately notice the exposed brick walls that take you back to a bygone era. The banquet hall’s industrial look is completed by the 1916 fire doors and original rough-cut lumber rafters above. This expansive room and adjoining covered patio can hold up to 250guests for your wedding reception or 100 guests for an intimate ceremony and reception. Large windows allow in plenty of natural light to illuminate the hardwood floors, on which you can dance late into the night. Afterward, sit on the patio and enjoy cocktails under string lights as you look out over the serene landscape.
The rental of Crystal Ridge Distillery comes with 30 eight-foot rectangular tables, 6 six-foot tables, and 300 white banquet chairs. Eight whiskey barrels are also available for your décor needs, while cocktails can be served from two portable bars. The space also features A/V equipment and seven TVs that can be used for your entertainment needs.
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Veteran-owned and Woman-owned Business
Pricing details
Starting prices
Reception:
$3,000
Ceremony:
$3,000
Bar services:
$7 per person
Catering:
Contact for price
Starting prices don't include service fees, taxes, gratuity, and rental fees. Guest count and seasonality may also affect prices. Peak season for this venue is Feb, Apr-Jun and Sept-Dec.
Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Brewery & Distillery
Historic Venue
Industrial & Warehouse
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Packages
Service Staff
Awards and Affiliations
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Reviews
5.0
out of 5.027 reviews
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Crystal Ridge Distillery is highly praised for its beautiful venue, delicious signature moonshine drinks, and exceptional service provided by Brittany and the team. Reviewers highlighted the ease of communication, professionalism, and accommodating nature of the staff, making wedding planning stress-free and enjoyable. Guests enjoyed the laid-back atmosphere, moonshine tastings, and the various event spaces available, making Crystal Ridge a top choice for wedding receptions and other special events.Review photos
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David B
5.0
1/20/2025
Great venue and great cocktails! No hassle set-up and the staff were very nice to work with.
Mary W
5.0
1/18/2025
Excellent venue, 15 minutes from Garvin Gardens and close to several downtown hotels. Everything was perfect!
Any questions?
Morgan M
5.0
11/15/2023
Perfect vendor! Great communication, excellent organization, and everything went so well! Seriously not a single thing went wrong with my wedding reception thanks to my planner and Crystal Ridge!!
response 11/17/2023
Thank you, Morgan!! It was a beautiful day, for sure! Loved the color palette and I will n...
ever be over that cake! Thank you guys for choosing us to host your celebration!
Haley F
5.0
10/22/2023
We had the most perfect wedding reception at Crystal Ridge Distillery. The venue looked so beautiful and the signature moonshine drinks were amazing! Brittany went above and beyond to make our day perfect! Crystal Ridge will always have a special place in our hearts- we visited here after our engagement in Hot Springs and now have been married here. We can’t wait to come back to visit!
response 10/23/2023
Thank you so much, Haley!! I can't wait to see all the photos of this special night. It wa...
s perfect in every way!
Bailee S
5.0
10/09/2023
My husband and I had a perfect wedding day and all of our guests enjoyed the reception at Crystal Ridge. Brittany and the folks there were so accommodating with all of our requests. We had an absolutely perfect day! The venue was gorgeous in itself, the liquor was so tasty with the fun drink options, and our guests enjoyed the atmosphere and distillery tour available for purchase. We enjoyed our long reception from 2:00 cocktail hour until our final dance at 11pm!
response 10/10/2023
Thank you, Bailee!! Stop in and have a drink with us next time you and Christian are in to...
wn!
Libby D
5.0
10/04/2023
Brittany was super and so professional! The venue is lovely with a great casual atmosphere.
response 10/06/2023
Thank you so much, Libby! It was a beautiful evening!! Thank you for choosing CRD!
Lynn H
5.0
5/16/2023
I chose this venue for my son’s wedding rehearsal and dinner to follow because of the excellent reviews. They did not disappoint! It’s a beautiful place and Brittany made everything so easy for me. I highly recommend!
response 05/17/2023
Thank you, Lynn!! It was a great evening!
Kari S
5.0
3/15/2023
We rented the party room for our daughter’s wedding reception and could not have been happier! Brittany and the team at Crystal Ridge were pure joy to work with. They met our every need and did so with great kindness. Fun and delicious drinks, smiling faces, helpful hands and a wonderful atmosphere…. Awesome experience.
response 03/16/2023
Thank you, Kari!!! What a perfect and beautiful night!!
Jacee T
5.0
11/20/2022
Brittany and the team at Crystal Ridge were so helpful in assisting us with planning our wedding reception. We rented the large event space for a guest count of ~100, and the space was perfect. Brittany did an amazing job with answering my many questions and accommodating to my needs. I could not have asked for a better venue and team of people for our reception!
Randi B
5.0
10/28/2022
This was the most perfect venue! Brittany was so helpful every step of the way!! We felt like it was a great deal because we had to spend very little on decorations because the space is already so pretty! Our guests loved the moonshine tasting and bar and had a blast. This venue is perfect for making your wedding as laid back or fancy as you want. We loved it and are so glad we chose it!
response 11/25/2022
So glad you and Jerry hosted your Wedding Reception here with us! Everyone had such a good...
time and the moonshine tastings topped it off. We can't wait to see the photos!
Angellee V
5.0
10/27/2022
This venue is fantastic and we couldn’t have asked for a better coordinator than working with Brittany.
We had our Meet & Greet at Crystal Ridge the night before the wedding (in lieu of a rehearsal dinner since we didn’t have a bridal party and everyone was coming from out of state). The venue is beautiful, the 3rd party caterer we used through CRD was delicious as well! Can’t say enough great things about this location and team. If they hadn’t already been booked we would’ve had our reception here as well. Our wedding planning process was pretty much a nightmare, wish everything else had gone as smoothly and had great people working for them like CRD. BOOK them! You won’t regret it, I promise! - The Taylor’s
Mary S
5.0
10/27/2022
Thanks to Brittany Chavis, Event Coordinator at Crystal Ridge Distillery for coordinating granddaughter's Bridal Shower. Brittany took care of all the details even developing a signature drink to honor the bride. The room and atmosphere perfect. Thank you for helping us make memories for our family.
response 11/25/2022
Thank you, Mary! Shelby's Bridal Shower was the cutest! We loved customizing the bar menu....
Best wishes to the bride, groom, and Ivy Mae!
Ryan S
5.0
9/20/2022
Brittany was attentive to our every need and made sure that we had everything we asked for down to the smallest detail. The staff was very professional and also tended to our every need during our event. The venue itself was perfect in size and cost and was by far better than anything else we had considered.
response 09/20/2022
Thank you, Ryan!! Thank you for making us a part of your and Angelina's big day!
Camille L
5.0
9/18/2022
We recently hosted our son’s rehearsal dinner @ Crystal Ridge. It was the perfect choice! Planning an event can sometimes be stressful when there are many people involved in the process. The staff was amazing. From 1st contact with Brittany to the night of the event all was handled with professionalism. The entire staff was accommodating and went out of their way to make our guests feel comfortable. Brittany (events coordinator) is top notch at her job. We took care of business and had some laughs along the way. She and her staff know what they’re doing!
response 09/20/2022
Okay, I miss you guys!! Thank you for allowing and trusting my team and I to execute John ...
and Jessica's special evening. It was a pleasure working with you and Shelia- you all reminded me of my family back in SC. Loved having all the pups too! Next time you all are in Hot Springs, stop by and see us!
Jenna H
5.0
8/22/2022
CRD and Brittany were a dream to work with. The location was perfect for our destination reception. She went above and beyond and the space was incredible. Cocktails were top notch as was the service. I’d do it all over again and not change a thing.
response 09/07/2022
Thank you so much, Jenna!! Can't wait to see all of the photos!
Jessica L
5.0
8/12/2022
The coordinator was excellent, she was our only point of contact. She took care of everything.
response 08/12/2022
Thank you, Jessica! It was a pleasure working with you and Spencer!!
Mona M
5.0
6/17/2022
We held the rehearsal dinner at Chrystal Ridge. It’s a great venue to host a large number of guests. The menu was amazing and so was the service. All employees were focused on customer satisfaction. There’s plenty of parking. Our guests had a wonderful time.
response 06/18/2022
Thank you so much, Mona! We appreciate you guys trusting us with their Rehearsal Dinner. W...
e loved the photos!! We wish you guys all the best!
Theresa B
5.0
6/01/2022
We hosted the rehearsal dinner for our son and his bride-to-be. We are in Nebraska, the wedding in Hot Springs, AR. It could have been a major headache trying to plan and coordinate so far away but Brittany was wonderful to work with! She was an absolute rock-star and when we finally met in person she gave me the warmest, heartfelt hug! 1000% I would recommend Brittany and Crystal Ridge Distillery! Southern hospitality at its finest!
response 06/02/2022
Thank you so much for trusting us from afar for the Rehearsal Dinner! It was so good to fi...
nally meet you after communicating via phone and email over the past few months. What a beautiful evening for a beautiful couple!! Thank you again for choosing us to host this special event.
Bowe B
5.0
5/31/2022
So glad we came across this venue for our reception. We are from out of state and needed to do a lot of planning and communication via email. CRD communicated well and helped make the event special. The room size was perfect for our guest number, the DJ and dance floor, the buffet, the bar, the dessert and gift table, and the games we rented. It was rustic and classy at the same time. I didn't get to try the drinks unfortunately due to being so busy, but I got good reviews from our guests.
response 06/01/2022
We are so glad you found us as well, Bowe! What a sweet celebration it was for you and Gre...
g!
Kisa J
5.0
5/13/2022
Brittany and Crystal Ridge were both phenomenal!! Easy, cooperative, BEAUTIFUL! The history and memory of the building drew me in as a local and the restoration was done so well that the venue truly speaks for itself. Such a romantic glow with kind smiles from all of the staff!
response 05/31/2022
Thank you so much, Kisa!! My favorite part of your and Matthew's wedding was the karaoke, ...
everyone loved it and had so much fun! Thank you for letting Crystal Ridge be a part of your special day!
Nichole D
5.0
5/06/2022
We had an awesome reception experience at Crystal Ridge! Brittany was so easy to work with & helped accommodate our every need! Loved having the games set up outside for the kids to enjoy! It was everything we could’ve dreamed of!
response 05/06/2022
Thank you Nichole!! We loved your wedding vision and color scheme! What a fun night!! Than...
k you for letting us host your special day!
Ashley A
5.0
4/14/2022
The venue itself is beautiful and unique but the venue coordinator really makes the package complete! Brittany is amazing!!!
response 04/15/2022
Thank you so much, Ashley! I loved helping you put together your special day!!
Pete C
5.0
10/21/2021
We had our rehearsal dinner here on 10/15/21. Brittany and the whole staff were exceptional in every aspect. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience throughout the whole process!
response 10/21/2021
Thank you so much for your review Pete! It was a great evening and we appreciate you letti...
ng us be a part of it!
James B
5.0
8/24/2021
This place is a one-stop-shop! From catering, linens, and bar selections we loved our day from start to finish!
response 08/25/2021
Thank you so much for your review James! We try to take as much stress off of our couples ...
as we can. We think our bar selections are very tasty as well!
Nick S
5.0
6/23/2021
Crystal Ridge Distillery is the best of the best. I knew I wanted to propose to my girlfriend at my family’s lake house, but I wanted somewhere with more room so we were able to invite all of our friends to help celebrate with us. After hearing about Crystal Ridge, Brittany was quick to ensure that all accommodations were made so that Sunday was the best day with no worries or stress. From food to the drinks to every little detail, it could not have been more perfect. My fiancé loved every second of it and so did I.
response 06/25/2021
Thank you so much for the sweet words Nick! We enjoyed being a part of your and Ellie's sp...
ecial day!! The performance from Ellie's brother was the sweetest touch! You did an awesome job of planning this event- thank you for choosing Crystal Ridge Distillery to help you host it!
Angel F
5.0
6/07/2021
We had our reception in their medium party room, and we had about 60 guests. It was a PARTY!! Everyone had a blast! Brittney from CRD coordinated with my planner and the vendors and everything went perfectly. She also helped us find deals for outside alcohol and inquired with a few distributors to help meet our price point. She’s very responsive and very happy to help in any way, even during the wedding. Their staff is also very attentive and their drinks are delicious! Can’t say enough good things about this place. ❤️
response 06/08/2021
Thank you for the awesome review Angel! You and Matt were great to work with through the e...
ntire process and the wedding reception was beautiful! Your friends and family were excellent guests!
Martha C
5.0
4/06/2021
I live in Dallas, was looking for a venue in Hot Springs to host a rehearsal dinner for my son and his bride and was very excited to discover Crystal Ridge Distillery. It was the perfect venue - fun casual upscale atmosphere and the event coordinator, Brittany, was extremely helpful. She helped guide me through the process, was very responsive and friendly. When it was time for the rehearsal dinner, she stayed the entire evening. It was a memorable and positive experience. Marty C
response 04/07/2021
Thank you so much for the 5 star review Marty! It was a pleasure working with you and ever...
ything turned out so beautifully! Come see us next time you're in Hot Springs!
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