Conventions – Weddings – Retreats
With its blend of restored historical buildings, modern hotels, and retreat centers, Nevada County provides the perfect locations for your next business convention, management retreat, or special personal occasion.
By: Mardie Caldwell
Nevada County has been drawing people to its quaint towns, clean skies, and unique lifestyle since the gold rush in the 1840’s. While gold may no longer be the top attraction, treasure can be found in our picturesque foothill communities, combining world-class dining, shopping, culture, recreation, nature, and history.
Conveniently nestled between Sacramento and Lake Tahoe, Nevada County has some of the most beautiful scenery in the state. From the Sierra peaks near Truckee to the South Yuba and Bear Rivers, this county, encompassing 974 square miles, is a place many come to visit, and ultimately decide to make it their home.
Community, nature, and business abound here, where generations of people have raised their families, welcoming newcomers to discover and explore what makes the area unique. Whether you come for a weekend or stay for the season, there’s much to experience in Nevada County, the premier destination!
When it comes to creating weddings and celebrations with lifetime memories, Nevada County is rated one of the most desired (and affordable!) destinations. With a wide variety of venues, every event is unique, whether rustic or elegant, inside or out!
Beautiful, historic locations, like Empire Mine and Miners Foundry, provide stone elegance and rustic surroundings. North Star House, the Alta Sierra Biblical Gardens, and Schrammsberg Estate provide lovely outdoor vistas that provide the backdrop
of nature for every celebration. With the wide variety of venues, it is easy for brides, corporate planners, or anyone to find just the right setting for their event.
The Foothills Event Center in Grass Valley provides a modern venue with flexible space for weddings, receptions, and any celebration. Businesses are starting to take notice of this state-of-the-art event space, bringing business conferences and seminars to Grass Valley that normally would only be found in larger cities. With 100mbs of high-speed Wi-Fi, events can be live-streamed around the globe, or bring in speakers and events for community viewing. As a green and environmentally aware business, the venue reflects these local values with things like LED lighting inside as well as in their onsite parking lot for 144 cars with solar integration throughout. Successful events begin with dedication and attention to detail, something you are sure to find here!
Whatever you’re looking for, you can likely find it here in Nevada County. We invite you to explore the beauty of the majestic canopy of oaks and pines, blue skies, romantic gold country history, nature trails, river walks, wineries, and recreational opportunities. With this as your backdrop, Nevada County will become your premier destination location!
Grass Valley Courtyard Suites
210 N. Auburn Street, Grass Valley
(530) 272-7696
www.gvcourtyardsuites.com
The Foothills Event Center
400 Idaho Maryland Rd, Grass Valley
(530) 271-1000
www.foothillsevents.com
St. Joseph’s Cultural Center
410 S. Church Street, Grass Valley
(530) 272-4725
www.saintjosephsculturalcenter.org
Empire Mine State Historic Park
10791 East Empire Street
(530) 273-8522
www.empiremine.org
Tofanelli’s Gold Country Bistro
302 West Main Street, Grass Valley, CA 95945
(530) 272-1468
www.tofanellis.com
The beautifully forested
Nevada County Fairgrounds
Home to a series of unique events which draw attendees from miles around year round. The popular Draft Horse Classic and Nevada County Fair and KVMR’s Celtic Festival are local classics.
Alta Sierra Biblical Gardens
16343 Auburn Road
Grass Valley
(530) 272-1363
www.altasierrabiblicalgardens.org
GV Odd Fellows Lodge
113 S. Church Street
Grass Valley
(530) 274-9564
www.facebook.com/GrassValleyOddFellows/
Trails End Clubhouse
10600 Bubbling Wells Road
Grass Valley
(530) 273-1507
www.nevadacountyhoursemen.org
Vet’s Building GV
255 South Auburn Street
Grass Valley
(530) 265-1238 X 2
List of Preferred Vendors for Your Celebration
Grass Valley Courtyard Suites
Hotel, Day Spa, Event Center
gvcourtyardsuites.com • (530) 272-7696
Winding Road Imagery
Wedding & Event Photography
windingroadimagery.com • (530) 913-6045
Stucki Jewelers
Engagement Rings, Wedding Sets, & More
www.stuckijewelers.com • (530) 272-1266
Wolf Mountain Day Spa
Bridal Spa Parties, Hair, Makeup, Mani-Pedi, Massage
wolfmountaindayspa.com • (530) 477-2340
Joy of Life
Weddings & Events
joyoflifeevents.com • (530) 802-3023
Image by Design
Advanced Color & Skin Care Consultant
meleesapellerino.com • (530) 271-1333
Foothill Flowers
Floral Design, Special Occasion, Event, Wedding
foothillflowers.com • (800) 742-2551
Country Copy Print Shop
Stationery & Wedding Invitations
countrycopyprintshop.com • (530) 272-4657
Foothills Event Center
Wedding Venue
foothillsevents.com • (530) 271-1000
Flour Garden Bakery
Wedding Cakes & Other Tasty Treats
flourgarden.com • (530) 477-2253
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Destination NC
Destination Nevada County features arts & culture, planning events, outdoor recreation, visitor information, and small businesses doing big things in Nevada County. Published by the Greater Grass Valley Chamber of Commerce.
