Sugar Bowl Resort

We had an amazing wedding at Sugar Bowl and we're so thankful to the entire Sugar Bowl team! The location is stunning and even better than the pictures show. We had to switch up our schedule on the fly because of weather and the guest raved about how seamless it was all handled by the Sugar Bowl team. We waited out the rain indoors, they served out guests drinks and appetizers early, then once the weather subsided, they hustled to get everything ready and we were still able to have the outdoor wedding of our dreams. The event felt very personal and unique. All our guests loved staying at the lodge and accommodations were better than we expected. Lisa, Sarah and the Sugar Bowl staff were wonderful to work with. Bob kept the party going at the bar and Mary was attentive to anything our guests needed. The house keeping staff were speedy and reliable. Jose made sure everything we needed was provided. The entire Sugar Bowl team went above and beyond to make our day special.

We found Sugar Bowl through a wedding video on YouTube. We knew we wanted a destination wedding close to Tahoe and we were already in the area when we called Lisa (the Weddings and Special Events Manager) the day before to book a site visit and she was very accommodating. We toured the premises and loved Lake Mary, the Lodge and the unique aspect of the chair lift. Our favorite part about the venue though was how the Lodge would be all ours for the entire weekend and it would be a private space for our guests. We booked the venue in July 2020 and because of Covid-19, we had to postpone the wedding from 2021 to 2022. Lisa and her team were so flexible and accommodating with our request. We did a site visit and taste testing on April 2022 and that was when we discovered how amazing the staff there was. The chef (Chef Mark) met with us as well as the property manager (Justin). Apart from the staff being so wonderful, the food was exquisite and the wine was impressive (imported from France, Spain, and Germany). The wedding weekend came and again, the Sugar Bowl staff went above and beyond their duties. We had planned to do the chair lift experience for Cocktail Hour and their staff had worked for a week and a half to try to clear the snow from the venue up the hill. They had fresh paint in the Belt Room Bar where we were going to have a welcome party. Jose Yi, the Hotel and Property Rentals Manager, worked hard to ensure that all the guests were booked in the rooms I assigned them to and allowed me to leave gifts in each of their rooms. Ean, the overnight hotel concierge helped us put up decor late at night, and Giselle, the housekeeper, did an amazing job cleaning all the rooms for us all weekend. The waiters and waitresses (Tony, Mary, etc) took care of us during breakfast and dinners, making sure we had everything we needed, and the bartenders made the experience at the bar so fun. Every single one of the staff members made such an impact on each of our guests. We also realized on Friday that it was going to rain during our wedding events (Saturday and Sunday) and we had planned all of them to be outdoors. However, Lisa and Sarah (wedding coordinator) sat down with me and came up with a Plan B for having the wedding ceremony and reception indoors. The staff once again worked hard to clean and set up Judah Lodge for the Ceremony and prepare the Sugar Bowl Lodge to house the Cocktail Hour and Reception. We had guests saying it was the best wedding they've ever been to and they had the time of their lives. We are so grateful to the Sugar Bowl Staff for all you've done to accommodate our needs and for having such a magical venue for couples to celebrate such a memorable occasion. Thank you for an unforgettable weekend!

We got married at Lake Mary, one of Sugar Bowls' venues. Lisa was amazing to work with and understood our vision immediately. The venue was breathtaking and the food was amazing. Lisa was able to create a fully vegan menu for our wedding, which other venues were unable to accommodate. We really found the perfect venue with Lake Mary and the staff made it stress-free! We would highly recommend Lake Mary to any couple wanting to get married in the area!

In love with this venue. It was so quaint and idyllic - the perfect forest retreat for an absolutely amazing wedding. The staff is so kind and attentive, and the grounds are breathtaking. Jose and Lisa will be there for you every step of the way. Not to mention you are able to rent the entire place out for your party exclusively. There is even a nearby lake to host a pre-wedding welcome party! If I could do it all over again, I would choose this venue every single time.

We are so happy that we picked Sugar Bowl as our venue! The staff and the food at this venue are phenomenal! And the lodge has such a chill, family vibe. We got married at the Village Lodge and had our rehearsal dinner at Lake Mary. Both were beautiful. The day at the lake on Friday before the rehearsal dinner was a great way to greet all of our friends and family, was a lot of fun, and made wedding day a lot less stressful. Tammy helped us out with our food tasting and was there on wedding day and is a treasure. Lisa is the new coordinator there and did a terrific job keeping us organized. We recommend using the Disney lift if you can--such a treat to go up there to signature cocktails, friends, family, and music with a view. We also had a kid-friendly wedding (we had ~25 kids there!) and the lawn games were clutch. Beautiful day, fantastic venue, can't recommend the whole experience highly enough.

If I could give this venue 10 stars I would. Every single thing about this day was so special and perfect thanks to the amazing Sugar Bowl staff. We had an unforeseen wedding venue change at the last minute, and the staff and the new wedding coordinator Lisa could not have been more accommodating. I will start first with the food, my husband and I had lower expectations for the food (this is a ski resort after all), but during our tasting the food blew us away! The food and beverage manager Tammy even did a complimentary wine paring with the wines we would be serving at our wedding (which were great)! After the wedding our friends are still talking about how good the food was! The venue: We ended up getting married at the Sugar Bowl lodge and WOW. The venue is spectacular. We got married on the lawn with a river running in the background (very romantic). The cocktail hour was in the bar/on the deck and we had lawn games set out which everyone loved. We then had the dinner and dancing on the deck overlooking the mountain. The staff was incredible about putting out umbrellas and parcels to block the sun during the dinner, then taking everything down and replacing the umbrellas with heat lamps after the sun went down. Lisa is the new coordinator this year and did a fantastic job. We were so impressed with how she handled everything from start to finish, from helping us pick out our signature cocktail, to making sure the lawn and flowers were perfect. We also had Sugar Bowl set out our flower arrangements and they did a great job putting everything out perfectly. A big thank you to Lisa, Tammy, Sam and all of the other amazing people at Sugar Bowl who helped make our day special.

Our experience at Sugar Bowl (Lake Mary) was phenomenal! The wedding coordinators and staff were flexible and easy to work with. The food was unbelievable, our guests were blown away, and most went back for seconds. Sugar Bowl created the ideal wedding experience. When reminiscing about it after my husband said: "It was so much fun I want to do it all over again!"

Sugar Bowl was just the perfect place for my now husband and I. Overall, the scenery was stunning, the staff helpful, the food delicious, and the weekend unforgettable. We made a long weekend out of it. On Thursday we had an outdoor movie night, and Sugar Bowl provided the guests with popcorn and soda. They even had blankets when it got cold! On Friday a bear stumbled across the property, and all of our out-of-state guests at the Lodge LOVED it (how did you do it Allison?!?) The same day we had the rehearsal dinner at Lake Mary, which was so lovely as we got to spend the day down at the lake. Everyone in the wedding was invited to the Lake (not the rehearsal), and Sugar Bowl provided us with stand up paddle boards and a canoe! People LOVED that. We brought some food and people wandered in an out over the course of the day. I HIGHLY recommend this option. Saturday was perfect in so many ways. We did the Disney chairlift, which you should 100% do if it is within your budget. My nephew and his wife couldn't take their infant on the lift, so Allison arranged for them to be driven up in a truck! The food was just AMAZING (we had lamb due to my family's kiwi heritage). The kids could run around on the lawn during the speeches, which they loved. Finally, the staff went the extra mile. One staff member insisted I get to try all the food up at the cocktail hour. Another staff member found my friend's lost jewelry after the event and mailed it back to her free of charge. Everybody was smiling and helpful and just the best. Thanks so much Allison and Hillary!

If I got to go back and do it over, I would choose Sugar Bowl every time. I cannot say how amazing our wedding was. We loved how everything, from rehearsal dinner (Lake Mary) to ceremony (Village Lodge), was so centralized. We loved having the lodge for our family and friends, which gave us a whole weekend to spend time with people who had come from far away - this perk cannot be overemphasized. Our pup was accommodated - the breakfast staff even brought him out a bowl of water in the mornings. Allison made wedding planning completely stress-free. She had 110% handle on the weekend's events, including anticipating my needs, such as rehearsal dinner centerpieces (which I had not planned). The hotel staff was so friendly, not to mention the wait staff at the ceremony, who made sure I got first pick at all the appetizer trays (yes, I was the stereotypical bride who had not eaten all day). People raved about the food, both at the rehearsal dinner and ceremony. We got nothing but positive feedback from our guests, including many saying it was the best wedding they'd ever been to (we agreed, but we're biased!) Sugar Bowl is so beautiful and so unique. There are a lot of mountain venues in the area but the Sugar Bowl experience is unmatched. I

Our wedding at Sugar Bowl was absolutely beautiful. Everything was gorgeous, from the food to the merriment. Sugar Bowl staff (and in particular, wedding coordinator Allison) completely exceeded our expectations. We asked for some outside-of-the-box requests, and they were happily met. Allison was always available to answer our nitpicky questions. Wedding planning is intense, but this team made it doable. Our guests had shout-outs to the kindness of the bartenders and the staff. Our day ran swimmingly, thanks to these professionals. We love these folks. Get married at Sugar Bowl: you won't regret it.

We picked Sugar Bowl for our wedding after visiting several other sites in North Lake Tahoe. We settled on Sugar Bowl, because of the great reviews on the Knot, the overall price, the ability for many people to stay in the Lodge, and the fact that they only have one wedding per weekend at the lodge. Many other locations had weddings back to back Fri - Sun. Leading up to the wedding Allison (the venue event coordinator) was good about letting us know what she needed from us and finding ways to help us get all of the detailed pieces from vendors. She handled all our rentals and worked closely with our wedding planner. We had a great experience with our food/beverage tasting and each time we came to visit the site. Our wedding weekend went very smoothly. Allison and her staff were all very friendly, helpful, and eager to assist with anything my husband or I asked for. Our guests were raving about the venue, the food (we did tri-tip, salmon, veggie skewers, garlic mashed potatoes, strawberry salad), the wine, and the flow of the day. Many people said this was one of the best weddings they had ever been to. We are very pleased with our overall experience with Sugar Bowl and would HIGHLY recommend this for future couples looking for a beautiful, private, outdoor wedding.

What an OUTSTANDING WEDDING!! Everything, the facilities, the super people making things happen, the food was great 👍, the management was on top of everything making sure everyone was enjoying themselves and the wedding was meeting every expectation of the Bride and Groom.

We can’t say enough fantastic things about how awesome our wedding was at Sugar Bowl (Lake Mary)!! The venue is so beautiful and Britney and Allison did an amazing job coordinating our large guest list and every detail was perfect! Food and staff were perfection! Seriously a dream come true!!

My wedding at Sugarbowl was perfect. Absolutely PERFECT!! Maybe all brides feel that way, but it really was the best day of my life. The food was excellent. The staff was so wonderful (so many guests made a point to let me know how great they thought the staff was). The chairlift was a HUGE hit! And Smores at a wedding?! Oh yeah! Our after party at the firepit was so fun!!! I strongly recommend utilizing the full resort for your wedding weekend (lake Mary rehearsal and Sugarbowl lodge for wedding day). This will allow for 100% of the hotel rooms at the lodge. Guests really liked this, not only because it was super convenient, but also because everyone felt like family (again multiple guests saying this to me). It was nice knowing that everyone in the hotel was there for us. There were no "strangers". Thank you Sugarbowl! I wish I could do it all again!!!

We got married at the Lake Mary venue and it was amazing. A month and a half later and people are still commenting on the wonderful food, service, and overall venue. Everything went better than I coils have expected and would recommend anyone looking for a great venue in a beautiful location.

I will forever be thankful that we chose Sugar Bowl as the venue for our wedding. The staff was incredibly helpful, the location was beautiful, the food was delicious... what more could you ask for? We planned the wedding from across the country and they helped bring all of our ideas to life. Our wedding was in September and we're still hearing rave reviews from our friends and family. I'm so glad we put our trust into Sugar Bowl for our big day, and I can not recommend them highly enough.

I can not say enough about the staff at Sugar Bowl Resort. The team here is welcoming, fun, happy and totally professional. From the moment we arrived each and every person that worked there made us feel completely at home and taken care of. Choosing Sugar Bowl Resort as our venue was the best decision we could have made. It was truly a dream come true.

We had the most wonderful wedding for our son and his wife at Sugar Bowl in early August. It's a perfect choice for destination wedding in a spectacular mountain setting. There are so many fun activities right there from hiking the mountain to swimming in Lake Mary to singing around a bonfire. Barbecues, fiestas, wedding dinners, music, dancing, etc. were all so skillfully arranged by the fantastic wedding staff headed by Allison Keasal. We came to be very connected with and fond of everyone at Sugar Bowl during the course of planning our wedding---they were so flexible, creative and responsive. Our guests rave about their their experience and we have nothing but great memories!

Having skied at Sugar Bowl for several years, the resort held a special place in our hearts, and now that we were married there, it is even more special to my husband and me. Allison was fun to work with, attentive to our many silly questions, and very good at her job. The rest of the Sugar Bowl staff was equally helpful and friendly. Because Sugar Bowl employees do the set up, break down, and everything in between, we were able to have fun with our guests and each other instead of stressing about centerpieces. My husband and I have heard from many of our guests that ours was the most fun and beautiful wedding they have attended. The cocktail hour at the top of Mt. Disney is absolutely worth doing. We had been up there many times in winter, but the wildflowers were going OFF during our late-August wedding, and I'm so excited to see our photographs from up there. Our guests loved the chair lift, as well. We loved not having to find a caterer (Sugar Bowl does catering in-house), and the food was amazing, too! Having many of our guests stay at the Village Lodge with us turned our big day into a fun weekend getaway and gave us more time with our many out-of-town friends and family. The Village Lodge basement area also worked perfectly for our after party (just add glowsticks and speakers). I cannot recommend Sugar Bowl highly enough.

We got married at Sugar Bowl in July 2017 and it was the most magical and phenomenal place to have a wedding ever! Between the beautiful Sierra Nevada mountain scenery and the rustic ski-lodge vibe, it was the perfect place for my husband and I to tie the knot. We did the rehearsal dinner, ceremony and reception at The Lodge which made accommodations simple and easy for our mostly out-of-town guests. We opted for the Disney Chair cocktail hour which was one of the most epic, beautiful experiences ever---I would highly recommend it if it is within your budget! Allison (the wedding coordinator) was professional, responsive, and very organized and everything went very smoothly all the way through the process. She handled all the details from keeping us within budget, to helping put all the décor in place, and to guiding us through the day timely and with very little stress. Most our guests said it was the best wedding they had ever been to—this venue will absolutely not disappoint! Thanks Sugar Bowl, Allison, Jose and all of the staff!

We were married at the Lake Mary venue on June 24th and had the wedding of our dreams! Britney, Allison, and the rest of the staff were amazing. They were able to clear the remaining snow from the site just in time and ensured that everything went smoothly. We reserved the site earlier in the day to allow us to spend more quality time with friends and family. Everyone had a blast playing with all the water toys on the lake and getting to know each other before the ceremony. I had reviewed how I wanted the tables set up, the arch and all the decor, with Britney. She executed everything perfectly and the site looked even more beautiful than I had imagined. The staff even found our rings in the lawn , which had fallen off our dog, Zoe's, ring bearer pillow as she was walking down the aisle! Lake Mary Cabin is the most gorgeous, intimate venue in the whole area. The food was exceptional, the staff was professional and accommodating and the price is actually more affordable than anything else around! We are grateful to the Sugar Bowl/Lake Mary crew for their contribution to an unforgettable wedding!

First wedding of the season at Sugar Bowl! Where do I even begin...We reserved Sugar Bowl for our June 2017 wedding in February 2016. We didn't start working closely with Meghon (the previous Wedding/Events Manager) until our tasting appointment in February 2017. At the appointment she told us she was leaving and they were close to hiring someone new - enter Allison. She is amazing! She helped me every step of the way. My husband and I met her for the first time a few weeks before our wedding to go over everything. Allison and her assistant Britney could not have done a better job. As you all know, we had a record snow year...so there was major concern we wouldn't be able to get married on the lawn. Allison and Britney came up with a Plan B (Judah Lodge) quickly and made arrangements to bring in the natural/organic look we would have at Village Lodge. LUCKILY, the snow melted enough and the grass dried out for us to have the ceremony at the Village. Allison and Britney set up all the decor exactly how I pictured...from what I remember seeing. It is a blur now. They were very accommodating. We had lawn games, a fire pit with s'mores, lounge furniture...a lot going on. We had around 140 guests. Everyone raved about the food - said it was the BEST wedding food they have eaten. The chairlift made for some awesome photos (we did not do the Disney cocktail hour) and we used the basement downstairs for the after party. We filled the Lodge as well, which was fun having all our family and friends around for the weekend. We also planned a full weekend. Golf or hike on Friday morning, everyone was invited to rehearsal dinner. It created a great atmosphere come wedding day, where everyone had met and hung out already. Everything was perfect, from the weather to set up, to people having the best time. I wouldn't have gone anywhere else for our wedding. As my dad said, if he had 10 daughters (he has two ;)) he would have every wedding at Sugar Bowl!

I cannot say enough good things about Sugar Bowl Resort. We got married October 1, 2016, and the weather was unusually chilly. The staff at Sugar Bowl clearly has seen it all, and their operation is seamless for all types of weather, which is of course something you cannot control. They made sure all of our guests were comfortable, made great recommendations, and accommodated our last minute requests of providing hot chocolate/coffee etc. during cocktail hour. We were able to still do the ceremony/cocktail outside on a beautiful, sunny crisp autumn day, and Sugar Bowl was able to move us inside for dinner and dancing. Even though it was chilly, we decided to do the Disney Chairlift for cocktail hour, and our guests definitely thought it was the highlight of the wedding. The Sugar Bowl staff, especially Meghon and Amanda, were amazing. TRUST them. The recommendations for vendors they made were spot on. I felt like I could concentrate on getting married, and not wedding planning. And, so many guests came up to me after the wedding and told me how kind and accommodating all of the staff were. One staff member even drove one of our guests to the top of Disney after the chairlift had closed because the guest was unable to go up earlier due to childcare duties. Above and beyond is an understatement. The best part of Sugar Bowl, besides the staff, is having most of your guests in one place at a beautiful setting. If you want to not stress about wedding planning, Sugar Bowl is your place.

Our advice to a couple deciding to book their wedding at Sugar Bowl Resort is: do it. We were married at Sugar Bowl Resort in August, and the entire weekend was so perfect. We will try to keep this brief, as we could sing Sugar Bowl's praises for days. From our first meeting with Meghon, we knew that there was no other place that could top Sugar Bowl Resort. Meghon helped us through literally EVERY part of the planning process. She was always responsive to all our questions and provided excellent advice. She made planning this extremely important day enjoyable and without stress! As half our guests were from the East Coast, we wanted to create an entire weekend instead of one day. We booked the entire Lodge for our guests, which meant assigning hotel rooms to our close friends and family. Jose, Sydney and Lisa put up with all our changes and weekly emails, and helped us with all the hotel details. They were always responsive, and extremely professional. The hotel staff took care of everything from check-in to check-out (literally everything). We choose to book Lake Mary for a lake day with our guests on Friday, as well as for our rehearsal dinner Friday night. The Sugar Bowl staff took care of every detail and the food and service was exceptional. The location was gorgeous for the rehearsal dinner, and after all our guests went back to the Beltroom Bar for cocktails and dessert. Shout out to all the great bartenders!! Sugar Bowl really took care of everything: planning and coordination, vendor recommendations, lodging, food, decorations, flowers, and set up and take down. Amanda and Meghon worked with all our vendors to make sure everything on the day went smoothly and on time. The entire weekend was so perfect, and that is due to the attentiveness, professionalism and exceptional customer service of the entire Sugar Bowl Staff. We heard from many guests on Sunday that it was the best wedding that they had ever been to, and we have to agree!! Thank you!

Sugar Bowl, and event coordinator Meghon Shrewsbury, were amazing to work with and the perfect place to have our wedding! We had a relatively short engagement period of 6 months, but Meghon helped me the whole time. She was able to make time for me, my now husband, or my family whenever we needed it. She met with us at the beginning, responded promptly to the multitude of emails I sent, and made the weekend itself amazing. The wedding planning packet was amazingly helpful, and full of useful information. All of our guests told us this was one of the best weddings they had been to. The best part for me was that we had the venue all weekend long. Guests started arriving on Friday, so I was able to spend so much time with every person. The day of the wedding was hectic, but I felt like I had already connected with each guest so I wasn't as stressed about it on that day. Having the whole site to ourselves made me feel so special, and our event seem so private. I would highly recommend this venue and staff as the perfect place to have your wedding! P.S. The Bridal Suite was amazing and beautiful, and they helped transition it from my getting ready space before the wedding, to a honeymoon suite after!

Simply perfect.

Look, weddings are expensive. Don't spend your money anywhere other than Sugar Bowl. The experience we had was nothing short of perfect. My husband and I could have gotten married at the courthouse in our PJs and been happy, but we chose to make our wedding a gift to our guests - for loving us and supporting us. If you are looking for a beautiful, unique, and delicious venue, look no further than Sugar Bowl! The fact that guests can stay at the lodge and celebrate all the wedding festivities with you in one place is so convenient and fun! For smaller parties, Lake Mary on the Sugar Bowl property is beyond gorgeous (if you have a larger party, we highly recommend having your rehearsal dinner at the lake). We got married on the lawn at the Village Lodge, had our cocktail hour at the top of the Disney lift, and danced all night on the Village Lodge deck. The Disney lift is definitely an added cost, but it is money well spent. Your guests will love the uniqueness of it all! The Sugar Bowl staff (including the maintenance and housekeeping team) were awesome from the moment we met them. The kitchen not only accommodated and listened to all of our wishes, but made an amazing dinner with tons of options (at a decent price, too!). Meghon Shrewsbury is not only the sweetest wedding coordinator, she can also work with you to create the floral arrangements of your dreams. Several of our guests, ranging in age from 23 to 80 have told me that our wedding at Sugar Bowl was the best wedding they had ever been to. If we had to do it again (and believe me, we want to), we would choose Sugar Bowl 1,000 times over.

Our daughter and son in-law love the mountains in addition to skiing/boarding in the Tahoe area. They wisely chose Sugar Bowl Ski Resort as their wedding venue and we are so grateful for the selection! Their wedding weekend at Sugar Bowl was picture perfect and heartfelt! From the beginning of the weekend with the welcoming of guests to the Lodge by the warm and efficient staff to the last breakfast, on Sunday and the goodbyes, all was wonderful. Meghon Shrewsbury, Sugar Bowl's Coordinator and her attentive staff were remarkable throughout every aspect of the weekend for making certain all went well. Guests enjoyed hiking the gorgeous trails on the mountains of the resort in addition to playing horseshoes, lawn games, lounging in the sun and later sitting by the fire pit in the evening. From the fun and delicious rehearsal dinner taco bar to the stunning ceremony, unique chairlift ride and cocktail hour on the top of Mt. Disney, to the exquisite dinner and dancing on the deck all were unforgettable.

I cannot begin to describe how perfect Sugar Bowl and their whole team were! Not only was it beautiful there, and a ton of fun, but Meghon and her entire team were nothing but flawless. They constantly went above and beyond to make the entire weekend special and perfect. Their service made it felt like we were at a 5 star resort with rustic touches, at a very affordable price. People were amazed I only spent what I did considering what it included. The food was delicious (we got tons of compliments on it), the scenery was perfect, and everyone was so nice. We used Lake Mary for the rehearsal dinner, and that was also pure perfection! Highly recommend that venue as well. When the wind got a little crazy after dinner on the day of the wedding, they moved us all inside and it felt cozy and romantic inside the lodge. Meghon is incredible to work with - responsive and kind, and she has soooo much experience, so she had great recommendations throughout the planning process. 5 stars isn't enough, i wish I could give 10! They made everything easy :) Thank you Sugar Bowl, you really made my wedding perfect!

We cannot say enough good things about Meghon and her team. Everything about our wedding was perfect, and I can truly attribute that to the amazing staff. She was incredibly responsive to email. She was always budget conscious, helping us to make choices that would save us money without it feeling budget. This was especially true with flowers. She was on point with every vendor recommendation I asked for. She is crazy organized, which helped me to also be organized and for everything to go smoothly. Everyone always says something goes wrong at weddings, and honestly, besides starting dinner 15 minutes later than anticipated (due to us taking forever doing photos during cocktail hour) I really can’t think of anything. Everyone said it was some of the best wedding food they’ve ever had, and this even came from our vendors too. Additionally the staff of Sugar Bowl was amazing. Anything we asked for magically happened from hotel staff, housecleaning or event staff. Also, one of our friend’s flights was delayed and landed in Reno at 1am. As you can imagine it’s difficult to find Sugar Bowl in the dark especially when you’ve never been there. The front desk hotel staff sat on the phone at 3am with our friends to help them find their way and ensure they didn’t get lost. Everyone was so friendly and welcoming, it felt like we were welcomed into their home. Everything was amazing and I can’t thank Meghon and her team enough for our perfect day. We had zero complaints from any guest about anything (amazing, seriously) besides the fact the weekend ended too soon! We can’t say enough positive things and will never forget our weekend at Sugar Bowl. If we had to do it all over again, hands down, without hesitation would we use Sugar Bowl.

I could not ask for a more perfect venue for both my rehearsal dinner and wedding. We had our rehearsal dinner at Lake Mary, and we were taken back by this hidden gem in the Sierras. Our wedding was at the Village Lodge and my family and friends had so much fun spending the weekend at Sugar Bowl. Meghon and her staff made my entire wedding planning easy, and she gave me the wedding of my dreams. Meghon was also my florist and she did an incredible job with our flowers. I was speechless when I saw our arch, tables, and decor around the venue. The food at Sugar Bowl is amazing! I would highly recommend this venue!

The venue and service exceeded my expectations by a million! I knew it would be a beautiful venue, but I was literally blown away by how gorgeous the grounds were and how amazing the entire staff was! The service was phenomenal and everyone was so helpful! The lodge was awesome and all my friends and family were able to stay on-site so it was a great summer camp/dorm feel which everyone LOVED! Meghon was so helpful and responsive throughout the whole planning process. I literally wish I could have a wedding there every weekend. I hope a friend gets married there so I get to attend a wedding there soon! I can't say enough good things about the entire experience. It was seriously the wedding of my dreams!

The Sugar Bowl staff was fantastic at planning and orchestrating our wedding day. Because of this, our destination wedding was stressless and perfect for us in every way. Lake Mary was beautiful and fun a location, and the pictures were perfect.

The staff and venue at Sugar Bowl Resort far exceeded my expectations! We were on a fairly strict budget and so were forced to decline many of their extra options that were available (The Disney Chair Lift, the Lake Mary Rehearsal, floral services). Despite this, their most basic package included spectacular lighting and decor, a full weekend of devoted and attentive staff, and floral decorations around the lodge that were coordinated with our wedding flowers and colors! Furthermore, Meghon surprised us with adding her own finishing touches at the ceremony site, which were breathtaking. We asked for a reduced price menu and still received an assortment of main dishes, salads, and appetizers that had even the most foodie of our guests salivating! We received the kind of service one might expect if we had opted for ALL of their extra options! I highly recommend Meghon and her staff at Sugar Bowl Lodge for ANY special event you may be planning, especially your wedding.

Davie and I were married at Sugar Bowl Resort on June 6, 2015 and could not be more thrilled with the entire experience. From the very beginning to the very last moment, the Sugar Bowl team was exquisite. Meghon was the best wedding coordinator I could have imagined. Meghon was always available for questions and was incredibly helpful along with Amanda on making all our dreams come true for our day. When she first told me if we can dream it, they will make it happen, I wasn't sure it was possible. I have never been more happy to be wrong! Every single detail was perfect. Additionally, Chef Alan made the most incredible French-Vietnamese fusion meal for the 140 guests. From the walnut chicken to the filet and custom pho bar... the guests were so happy with the food and could not stop complimenting the chef. The entire crew set up the hotel with flowers, tables, and more to make every guest feel welcome and loved. The fire pit was awesome for s'mores and hanging out each night. The hotel was perfect! We had most of our guests staying at the hotel or in houses on the property. Jose was amazing getting all the rooms sorted out and helping all the guests. If you love a beautiful mountain setting and crave a weekend-long wedding event, this is absolutely the best place for you! I could not be more complimentary of Sugar Bowl. Thank you!!

Getting married at Sugar Bowl was really an incredible experience. The culture of the staff made it feel like our friends and family were relatives home for a long weekend- they didn't miss a detail and they genuinely took care of everybody- from gluten free meals to shipping a forgotten teddy bear- they were kind and attentive, seamless and non-intrusive. Meghon Shrewsbury really knows her stuff and is exactly the kind of organized you want in a Wedding Coordinator. She manages many details upfront which is a huge blessing when the wedding weekend comes around, because you are really able to relax and enjoy. Sugar Bowl is a very well maintained, beautiful location, and all of our friends and family fit in the lodge for the weekend. It's close to major airports and an incredibly beautiful natural setting. With twelve years in her post, it's clear that Meghon has systems in place to manage each wedding- at the same time, she is very personable, and it feels like the staff is there to make it your own experience. We were hoping for a wedding in nature, where all the of the guests could stay in the same place, and there would be no set up or clean up- mission accomplished! We are also a same-sex couple and Sugar Bowl is a very very safe space.

Sugar Bowl exceeded our every expectation. They did not miss a detail. Meghon was a pleasure to work with and we could not have done it without her. We have received countless compliments from our guests on the beautiful setting, helpful and courteous staff and delicious food. I could not have asked for anything more. I would highly recommend this venue.

Our wedding experience at Sugar Bowl was absolutely amazing and perfect. Our plans started with our family arriving on Friday and staying for the weekend. Friday–Lake Mary barbeque and movie night- As our guests started arriving, we had a casual event to start off the weekend. Early in the day we brought our own coolers and snacks and enjoyed the relaxing and beautiful location. We enjoyed paddleboards, kayaks, etc. on the lake, tossed horseshoes and played a few of our own games we brought along. We didn’t have a wedding party so instead of having a rehearsal dinner, Sugar Bowl set up a great barbeque for us. Later, we enjoyed a movie under the stars, popcorn and s’mores around the fire pit. Sugar Bowl put everything together so well and really took care of everyone. Saturday–Wedding day- Our ceremony was set up perfectly. It was simple and elegant just as we had wanted, with trees, wildflowers and Mt. Disney as a backdrop. After our short ceremony, the chairlift fired up and took us all to the top for drinks and appetizers. The view is amazing and it was such a great addition to our event. This is such an awesome option that Sugar Bowl offers and we couldn’t imagine not having it part of our wedding memories. Once we returned, our reception was on the deck, which was perfectly set up. The dinner buffet was beautiful and the food was incredible (yes, we were able to enjoy our dinner). We chose not to have a traditional wedding cake so we had Sugar Bowl prepare a dessert for us. They prepared an amazing strawberry shortcake that was fantastic. The night moved into dancing and celebrating with a perfect intimate setting under the mountain stars. We can’t say enough how unique and beautiful Sugar Bowl is and the privacy of having the resort to ourselves made it such a special event for our friends and family. Meghon was wonderful to work with and kept us on track through all of our planning. We didn’t realize how many details needed attention but Meghon worked with us on the details that were important to us and took care of the rest. When we made it to the day of our wedding, we were relaxed knowing that we were in good hands. Meghon also did our flowers, which came out so beautiful. We selected some of the flowers we wanted and left it to her to put together what we felt were perfect arrangements for us. We started working with Meghon long before we booked our event and she was there for us even after our event was over. During both the barbeque and the wedding, we also worked with Pat who we were quickly impressed with. To be blunt, Pat is a pro who kept every detail of our day on track. Some of the smallest details can mean so much and we really appreciated how well he took care of us. While you might expect that the bride and groom be treated extra special during their wedding weekend, we heard from our guests that all of the staff they encountered was incredibly nice and helpful. From the wait staff, the bartenders, the front desk and to those working in the background cleaning rooms or setting up, everyone was polite and courteous. Long after our weekend wedding has ended, our friends and family (and us) are still raving about what an awesome wedding we had at Sugar Bowl. It is such a unique venue and a hidden treasure. Sugar Bowl, specifically Meghon, worked with us to create a custom fit wedding that matched us perfectly and we are amazed at how wonderful it all turned out. THANK YOU!!! Lee & Wendy Wells

I cannot say enough amazing things about Sugar Bowl Resort. From our first meeting with Meghon to our wedding day we felt completely comfortable and supported throughout the process. Meghon and her team do an excellent job supporting the bride and groom, family and guests throughout the entire planning process and wedding weekend. I had multiple people comment on the "excellent service" and "attention to detail". Everything went off without a hitch thanks to Meghon's experience and expertise! It was the wedding of our dreams in our favorite place on earth. I would highly recommend it to any bride considering it as their venue.

My husband and I got married at the Sugar Bowl Village Lodge on August 23rd. Before I get into just how awesome the staff was the weekend of our wedding, just a few reasons that we chose Sugar Bowl: 1. Compared to the outdoor venues we were looking at the in the San Francisco Bay Area and the other ski resorts in the area, Sugar Bowl was an absolute steal! Plus, included in the price is Meghon, their in-house wedding planner, who seriously kept me sane during the planning process, as well as free lift tickets when you come to do your tasting. 2. The Village Lodge is yours for the weekend. No other people to deal with. Just you and your loved ones. The bridal suite is also comped. 3. It's absolutely beautiful, and the weather is amazing during the summer. We actually had an organized hike during the weekend, and it turned out amazingly. As for the wedding itself, I am definitely a Type A person who did a ton of DIY before the wedding. I showed up to Sugar Bowl Friday afternoon and was tired, stressed, and worried about how things would turn out. Come Friday night, though, I was completely relaxed and was able to truly enjoy the wedding weekend. Every time I turned around, something else had been set up perfectly by the staff--decorations, cake, flowers, DJ equipment. I didn't have to lift a finger all weekend. They coordinated everything with the vendors as well. They took care of the entire rehearsal dinner, the post-rehearsal festivities, the wedding, reception, and Sunday brunch. Literally, everything was perfect, and this was huge because it let me bask in the happiness of marrying the man I love. Other people even commented that the staff were able to solve every problem before the guests even knew it was a problem. There's also a lot of freedom to customize your wedding into something that reflects you and your partner. Meghon was totally open to all our ideas (even the crazy ones!). We had hiking, yoga, lawn games, post-rehearsal pizza, bride & groom cocktails, and late night s'mores. They also will do customized menus, though we stuck with one of their packages, and it was great. I would also recommend doing the Disney Lift if it fits within your budget. Guests are still commenting how fun it was. Every single one of our guests (even the grandparents!) went up the lift. On the way up, you'll also have some alone time to just sit with your new husband or wife and enjoy the view. Honestly, looking back, it was just a perfect weekend because of the amazing venue and staff. I am so happy that we chose Sugar Bowl.

SB was perfect for us! We wanted a wedding near Lake Tahoe for around 100 people at a reasonable price. Meghon was very willing to work within our budget for both the site and food/drink options. We opted to use the Lake Mary location for a lunch time wedding with the SB chef's awesome BBQ lunch spread. Amanda was so helpful as our day-of coordinator - between Amanda and our DJ, we didn't have to worry about anything the entire day! There was a minor hitch early on with the speaker system we rented from SB, but Amanda was able to have it rigged just in time for the ceremony. Another set of speakers was brought in by the SB staff right after the ceremony for the dancing and Amanda comped us the cost of the speaker rental for the (very minor) hassle. The staff, food, and view were perfect - couldn't have asked for a better day!

Sugarbowl is amazing. We originally chose the location because of sentimental value (my husband taught me to ski here) but were blown away at what a perfect wedding venue it turned out to be. Staff are always friendly and go above and beyond. The wedding co-ordinator Meghon was so easy to work with and always made herself available whenever we needed something. She also did our flowers for the wedding and they were gorgeous. She worked with what I wanted but added her own touch and they turned out beautifully. Both my husband and I grew up in Canada so most of our guests had travelled quite a ways to be at our wedding. Sugarbowl was such a special place as you have the whole resort to yourself for 3 days. It was a spectacular setting to have a family reunion. Many of our family members had never been to Tahoe and were blown away. Everyone said it was the best wedding venue they had ever experienced. We did the chairlift for cocktail hour and had drinks and appetizers at the top of the mountain. It was spectacular and worth every penny. The food was delicious!! We were very impressed and everyone was raving about it. The fire pit that was lit every night was also a highlight. Smores for the kids then late-night talks with our family and friends sitting in Adarondak chairs around the camp fire was a great way to cap off the evenings. The prices were reasonable and the co-ordinator Meghon made suggestions to help us stay within our budget. There were no surprises when we saw the bill. I would would say that Sugarbowl as the perfect wedding venue. I have no regrets and would have my wedding there again in a heartbeat. We have perfect memories of our wedding day thanks to Sugarbowl.

We had just gotten married last weekend at Sugar Bowl and it was simply incredible. Almost every single guest let me know it was the best wedding they had ever attended. The entire weekend was seamless with the on-site wedding coordinator Meghon behind the scenes for everything. This had to have been a hard task, as we had activities and things planned as early as Thursday night through Sunday morning. I couldn't have imagined a more perfect wedding and am SO happy we chose Sugar Bowl!!

I got married at Sugar Bowl Resort this past July and it was a perfect venue for an outdoorsy couple who wants to be in the mountains but also have comfortable accommodations for their guests. I highly recommend this venue!

Everyone at Sugar Bowl was amazing! From the moment we checked in, they took care of everything, I could actually enjoy the whole weekend instead of stressing about all the small details that I didn't quite have time to finish. We gave them all our stuff for the wedding, cocktail hour, reception, after party when we got there and they took care of it from there. Each stage of the event was set up better than I could have hoped for and the whole event was incredibly well organized-no thanks to me. The entire staff, from the front desk to housekeeping to the bartender to Meghon and Pat (the two people in charge of weddings and events), were genuinely friendly and wanting to help. Our guests are still telling me what a great wedding it was and how nice everyone was. They worked seamlessly with our other vendors, and took care of any questions they had. The food was also amazing! We couldn't have picked a better place in Tahoe for a wedding!

I don't think my words could possibly do justice to explain how happy my husband and I were with our Sugar Bowl wedding. Here goes nothing... I had been looking for places close to my hometown but nothing seemed to be quite right. A friend suggested I check out Sugar Bowl (which in the past I had only associated with winter and skiing), so we decided to take a look. We knew almost immediately that this was the place we wanted to get married. Not only is the location breathtakingly beautiful, but we were greeted by loveliest wedding planner on the planet. We loved Meghon immediately. She truly helped us navigate to the wedding of our dreams. She was available from the very beginning and guided us with her extensive knowledge and expertise. She is a beautiful person, inside and out. We decided to get married at the Village Lodge, which we would HIGHLY recommend. Our families and close friends checked in on Thursday. On Friday, we did the rehearsal dinner at Lake Mary, which included use of the lake for the entire day. We played, we swam, hung out, and finished our evening with the best BBQ dinner. Our wonderful wedding ceremony and reception took place at the Village Lodge. Every single staff member was excellent. Lisa, the hotel manager, helped me coordinate accommodations and bent over backwards to make sure that we were all taken care of. The entire weekend was magical. They set out all of the snacks and lunches we brought, took great care of every single guest that arrived, and were always available (24/7) to help with anything we needed. The kids has SO much fun the entire weekend and all the adults felt safe letting them play around the grounds. We didn't have to think about any of wedding details while we were there. All we had to do was show up and enjoy. Sugar Bowl set everything up (way more beautifully than I ever could). It was such an incredible opportunity for both of our families and our friends so spend time together over the weekend and celebrate as one. Sugar Bowl made this possible and I will forever be grateful for that experience. It was truly the best reflection of our love and such a happy way to start a marriage. Thank you, Sugar Bowl! From the bottom of our hearts.

Sugar Bowl gave us the best possible wedding weekend we could ask for - from the timely, professional and patient correspondence in the planning of our event to the wonderful food and service throughout our wedding weekend, I can honestly say that I can't imagine a more fun and memorable way to get married. Meghon and her assistant Amanda were outstanding in their efforts to make sure that everything went according to plan and were extremely diligent and accommodating in handling any problems that came up (which was bound to happen). We have no hesitation in giving our highest recommendation to Sugar Bowl for anyone who is looking for a unique and memorable way to share an unforgettable experience with their friends and family.

WOW! What a wonderful venue for my June 21 wedding!! It was just perfect for our rustic/outdoorsy themed wedding! Even if you did not have any decorations..this venue SCREAMS rustic and woodsy. The staff were wonderful during the whole process: before, during, AND even after. Weather was great and we did not know we were marrying on the first day of summer aka the longest day of the year! Meghon was sooo wonderful and absolutely responsive. After hearing all my friends current horror stories, I appreciate her fast response! When you talk/email her she felt genuine..Again my friends' current experience with their CURRENT venue planners..cringe worthy. I loved and appreciated her suggestions. We also decided to hire her for flowers. Again, it fit perfectly with what I wanted. It was also very convenient to have the food, flowers, hotel, setup all under Meghon! It helps to have someone who sees the vision the bride sees! Thank you Meghon many of my guest commented on just how wonderful you all were! Booking Sugar Bowl meant you had the whole place to yourself. We decided to book the Disney Lift...and the ONLY complaint I have was that I wish that the person operating the lift told my guest that the bar on the ski lift came down...BOY riding the skilift during the summer is FAR different than in the winter...SCARY ISH! I had a few guest who were literally crying so be prepared. My husband and I are outdoorsy and we ski/snowboard often I did NOT expect to be THAT terrified! Other than that it was a wonderfully unique experience for our 170 guest. BEFORE: We loved that we had a private food tasting and was able to invite 2 other people. We definitely got drunk from all the wine! We ended up having open beer and wine at the wedding. We also got 4 tickets to ski at the venue. Sadly we didnt get to use this as there was no snow! =( DAY OF: The weather was great. The grounds well groomed. The ceremony was setup just the way I wanted. For the wedding I had lawn games, rented decor, and had my own DIY decor...Meghon set it up exactly as I wanted. After the ceremony, they made sure the bridal party had wine and appetizers...yay! Our photog was also going picture crazy and Meghon had to remind him "THEY NEED TO GET ON THE LIFT NOW"...lol... Anyhoo I can't stress how wonderful this venue is. Many of my guest kept commenting on it too. I wish I can get married all over again! =)

My husband and I had our wedding at Sugar Bowl this June. I just have to mention that our guests are still talking about it and telling us it was the best wedding they have ever been to. I know this is purely because of the staff at Sugar Bowl. Yes, the scenery is spectacular, the food was amazing but the staff went above and beyond to make our day so special. We opted to host a whole weekend of events for our guests; movie night on Thursday, welcome dinner Friday and of course our wedding on Saturday. The whole weekend was perfect! It was so nice for my husband and I just to relax and enjoy the weekend and have the staff take care of everything. We even had Meghon do our wedding flowers, they were beautiful! I would highly recommend Sugar Bowl as a wedding venue.

Sugar Bowl made our prep hassle-free and our wedding day smooth and easy. Meghon and Pat were excellent coordinators on site and their team was there to answer any questions and help make our guests feel comfortable. Flowers - Meghon & Pat happen to be florists, so that was easy. Catering - they have excellent chefs and menus on site, so no need to outsource. The tasting was a wonderful experience in the snow! Photographer - they have a list of recommended vendors and we loved Chris Cooke! Cake - we ordered apple pie from a local bakery and Meghon took care of the whole process, from the tasting to the cutting Decorations - we went with a rustic, woodsy theme and Sugar Bowl helped out significantly by providing baskets, wooden rounds for the tables, mason jars for flowers, an archway, and shepherd's hooks for the ceremony aisles. We described our style and they created it for us - so easy! We even intended to write out table seating with chalk and Sugar Bowl staff, Riza, took care of us for us with her beautiful handwriting. Location - up in the mountains; it's definitely a destination for most, but at only 45 minutes from the Reno Airport and about 3.5 hours for our Bay Area friends and family, we decided that a "convenient getaway" fit the bill. Keep in mind, the 20-minute drive down to Truckee is a windy mountain road, so stay away after drinking or late at night. Lodge - the rooms are quaint and clean and fit a wide range of numbers, so we could house our relatives and groups of friends easily on site. We only wish they had more rooms to fit all of our 117 guests. Luckily, it's just a short drive down to Truckee where hotels and restaurants are located. Fun perk - we booked the Disney ski lift for our cocktail hour, which was a huge hit - even my grandparents went up the lift! Our friends and family are still raving about the scenery, the location, the Disney lift, the food, and the service. We really could not be happier with our choice and would absolutely recommend it to others.

sugar bowl was a great place for a wedding. we chose it because both of us grew up skiing at sugar bowl, worked there for a few years, and still ski there all the time together. from the beginning our coordinator Meghon was a huge help. she responded immediately to all of our questions and emails and was always prepared for our meetings. you could tell she knew what she was doing and we immediately felt like we should trust whatever she suggested. after Meghon went on maternity leave, our new coordinator Pat transitioned seemlessly and took over our event. we had originally planned an outdoor wedding, but as it started raining (and then snowing!!! in September!) on our wedding day, many of our plans had to change and everyone at Sugar Bowl was extremely helpful and prepared for everything. needless to say the final result was perfect. they were also super helpful in terms of set up, such as setting up all of our table decorations, place cards, goodie bags, guestbook, etc. one of the best things about getting married at sugar bowl, at least if you choose the Village Lodge location, is that you get to have the whole hotel to yourselves for the weekend, including using the lodge for the rehearsal dinner the night before, as well as whatever events you choose during the weekend (we had a groom-hosted pre-wedding pizza party and after-party and breakfast was provided both mornings for all our guests in the hotel). they can basically cater to whatever request you have. all expenses were very clearly spelled out in their prospectus that we were given before the event. we highly recommend it!

Can I give 10 stars!? Sugar Bowl was the perfect place for our wedding! We knew we wanted an outdoor location for the ceremony and the venue, and we are also avid skiers so the chairlift ride was on the top of our list as well. In addition to the perfect mountain setting, the staff at Sugar Bowl is out of this world. Meghon and her team were attentive to our every need without being overbearing. They supported every creative idea we had and made practical suggestions along the way - but they let us plan our own twist on everything, which is something that is very undervalued in many planners. It was also great that Sugar Bowl was a one-stop show for us. They took care of the catering, the bar, the flowers, and the rehearsal dinner and after party spots. They handed out welcome bags to the hotel guests as they arrived, and were so attentive throughout the entire weekend. The entire staff has a great attitude and that really made all our guests feel comfortable. Overall, our experience with Sugar Bowl was phenomenal and I wouldn't change a thing about it. Many guests told us that our wedding was the best and the most fun wedding that they have ever attended. You will not find a better vendor or service team anywhere in the Reno/Tahoe area! Meredith and Dan Herr

Coordinator Meghon Shrewsbury goes above and beyond to provide excellent service, communicating all the way through the process. Though planning a wedding involves many details, the staff at Sugar Bowl made sure that every question was answered and handled all elements big and small with aplomb. A beautiful setting where many of your guests can stay on site and even ride a ski lift to the top of the mountain, Sugar Bowl offers a very unique and memorable wedding experience. Where some venues tend to nickle and dime you at every turn, Sugar Bowl was excellent in providing amenities such as heat lamps, parasols and other general decor for no extra charge. We would not hesitate to recommend this site to future couples!

My Husband and I had an amazing day. Sugar Bowl was a perfect place to make such amazing memories with family and friend that we will remember for the rest of our lives. Sugar Bowl brings a special touch to the wedding weekend. Having the hotel for only wedding guests makes it special; it is truly an exclusive get away weekend with the people you love. The chairlift was a very special touch to the occasion. Our guests really enjoyed it. The Sugar Bowl staff was incredible. I honestly cannot think there is a more attentive staff out there. They were incredible with every detail. The venue looked absolutely gorgeous and the food was delicious. Everything with Sugar Bowl was fantastic. I could not have asked for a better place to get married. There is not one thing that I would have changed. Sugar Bowl exceeded our expectations. Thank you!

Words can't express how glad I am that we chose this venue. They were professional, organized, and so incredibly helpful. They took an otherwise stressful day and turned it into one of the most relaxing and fun experiences with my family and friends. Damien and I will be forever grateful.