Getting Married at Bryce Canyon

 

A wedding ceremony held at Bryce Canyon National Park, one of the most beautiful parks in the west, is a special occasion for everyone. Our goal is to help you and your guests have a memorable experience and at the same time protect the resources for future generations.

To be married in Bryce Canyon National Park you must obtain a special use permit from the National Park Service. Requests must be made in advance and take two to four weeks to process.

Obtaining a Special Use Permit

The National Park Service issues a Special Use Permit for all weddings held in Bryce Canyon National Park. Permits must be obtained in advance of your event.

Permit Fee

• The cost of the permit is $100. This fee covers the cost of processing the permit, administrative costs, and oversight of the function.

• The park entrance fee is waived for the wedding couple and the official performing the ceremony only.

• Wedding party guests must pay the park entrance fee (carpooling or shuttle use is encouraged).

• All fees are non-refundable.

Application Process

Download a Wedding Permit Application (Long Form) for more detailed requests or Wedding Permit Application (Short Form) for simple requests. Once complete, e-mail applications with "Getting Married at Bryce Canyon" in the subject line to [e-mail]

The cost of the permit is $100.00 and this can only be paid online at Pay.gov. This covers the cost of processing the permit and administrative costs, and applications will not be processed until this fee is received. Note that this fee does not cover access into the park. All who will be participating in the memorial will be charged general admission to Bryce Canyon National Park (See our Current Fee Structure for admission prices), unless an annual or other pass is used (Golden Age, Golden Access, Interagency Annual America the Beautiful Pass, etc.)

Regulations

• The park allows wedding ceremonies at Sunset Point in two locations: Overlooking the Main Amphitheater and/or the Silent City at Sunset Point. Map of wedding location
• The maximum number of guests is 30 people
• We do not allow music, chairs or any other props
• Nothing may be "thrown" before, during or after the ceremony
• The use of balloons or other types of decorations will not be authorized
• No event or directional signs are allowed
• Receptions are not permitted in the park
• Other regulations specific to your event may apply

 

Map of wedding locations at Bryce Canyon National Park

 

Contact

E-mail us at [e-mail] or call [phone], option #2 with any questions. For any emails please include "Getting Married at Bryce Canyon" in the subject line.

For weddings in the surrounding Forest Service area, such as Red Canyon, please contact the USDA Forest Service Office in Panguitch at 435-676-9300.