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An outdoor wedding at Sleeping Bear

Weddings & Private Events

The most unique and affordable outdoor event venue in Central and Northern Maine — 24 wooded acres, about an hour from Bangor.

A Woodland Venue, All to Yourselves

Say your vows under the pergola, dance the night away in the pavilion, and end the evening around the fire — with your closest friends and family staying steps away in our cabins and campsites.

  • 40' × 60' open-air pavilion with electricity and lighting — seats up to 140 guests comfortably, with room to dance
  • Covered, lighted serving area with a 6-foot overhang for extra seating
  • Prep kitchen in the adjacent barn
  • Pergola for ceremonies
  • Modern bathhouse with 4 private restrooms, maintained by attendant staff
  • Group fire pit and lawn games — cornhole, giant Jenga, Connect Four
A wedding party at Sleeping Bear
The 40 by 60 foot open-air pavilion
An outdoor wedding ceremony in the woods

Event Packages

Every package includes exclusive use of the pavilion and grounds. Now booking current and next-season dates.

Weekend Package

$6,500current season

  • Friday 2:00 PM through Sunday 11:00 AM
  • Sleeps 16–25 guests depending on cabin availability
  • Includes all 4 cabins, 5 water/electric RV sites, and unlimited tenting
  • Tables, 200 white resin chairs, linens, and serving equipment included
  • $1,000 non-refundable retainer + $500 refundable security deposit
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Weekday Package

$4,500$2,000 off weekend pricing

  • Monday–Wednesday or Tuesday–Thursday
  • Same amenities and accommodations as the Weekend Package
  • $800 non-refundable retainer + $500 refundable security deposit
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Micro Mid-Week Wedding

$2,500day event

  • 6-hour event, Monday–Thursday, within a 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM window
  • Up to 25 guests
  • Venue and grounds only — no overnight accommodations
  • $500 non-refundable retainer + $500 refundable security deposit
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  • • Host event liability insurance is required 30 days before your event.
  • • BYOB is permitted; licensed alcohol service is required.
  • • Propane patio heaters available for $35 per day.
  • • Dates fill up to two seasons out — contact Ryan early to schedule a tour.
“My daughter's wedding was held here. We booked the package deal with the cabins. Her and her husband had the whole campground for 6 days. Guests from away were able to stay in the cabins and there were accommodations for RVs and tenters.”

Marlynn B. · Google review

Schedule a Tour

Come walk the grounds and picture your day. Contact Ryan to schedule a visit or reserve your date.

Call Ryan · 207-608-1966sleepingbearlodging@gmail.com