Fair Hills Resort
All-inclusive venue
The venue takes care of it all - food and beverage, rentals, the works!
Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing
Starting at $2,000
Packages
Prices start at $2,000
Catering services pricing
$35 per person for off-peak dates, with a minimum total spend of $4,499
Guest capacity
Up to 300 seated guests
About this venue
Fair Hills Resort is your dream wedding venue if you envision getting married on a northern Minnesota lake, spending a relaxing weekend with all of your guests, and enjoying great food and friendly staff! Let us take care of the food & beverages while you soak in all of the picture-perfect backdrops. Plan your weekend cabin getaway for you and all of your guests and take in beautiful Pelican Lake from the deck of one of our on-site cabins. Take an extra day to enjoy the many resort amenities like pickleball, golfing, kayaking, and taking a dip in the hot tub! As an all-inclusive resort we provide experiences and create memories for our guests every day, let us help you create an unforgettable wedding experience! Enjoy our one-stop-shop for all day venue spaces, weekend lodging, on-site catering & bar services, and a full service staff to make your day seamless.
Our event spaces
Library
Get ready overlooking the lake.
A centrally located gathering space for you and your wedding party the day of your wedding. Get ready with your crew in the morning and have the space to keep all your belongings and go back to throughout the night. Rental includes water, coffee, mirrors, and power strips.
Guest capacity
Up to 40 Seated
Up to 50 Standing
Ideal for
Other
Included in this room:
chair & couch seating, tables & linens, mirrors, power strips, water, coffee, Fair Hills staff to maintain the space
Room cost
$200 for a full day rental (8am-midnight)
Overlook
Get ready in comfort.
A large cabin in the trees on the edge of the resort used for wedding party groups getting ready together. Enjoy coffee & water on a deck overlooking the lake and trees. Floor to ceiling windows provide a gorgeous view and lots of natural light. Mirrors, power strips, and ample seating is included in this space.
Guest capacity
Up to 20 Seated
Up to 30 Standing
Ideal for
Other
Included in this room:
personal golf cart, chair & couch seating, tables & linens, mirrors, power strips, water & coffee, Fair Hills staff to maintain
Room cost
Prices vary based on packages
Lakeside Gardens
Start your next chapter with the picture-perfect backdrop.
Host your outdoor ceremony on the shores of Pelican Lake, an amazing backdrop for lake lovers. Groups of up to 250 guests fit well in this space.
Guest capacity
Up to 250 Seated
Up to 300 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony
Included in this room:
white folding chairs, a metal arch, access to power, any gift/card or unity ceremony tables requested, and Fair Hills staff to set-up & maintain
Room cost
One ceremony space is included in all of our packages
The Hollow
Escape to the trees for your perfect ceremony.
An expansive outdoor ceremony location surrounded by natural greenery. Start your walk down the aisle crossing over the red bridge. Groups of up to 300 guests fit well in this space.
Guest capacity
Up to 300 Seated
Up to 300 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony
Included in this room:
white folding chairs, metal arch (not pictured), access to power, any gift/card or unity ceremony tables requested, and Fair Hills staff to set-up and maintain
Room cost
One ceremony space is included in all of our packages
The Deck
Enjoy our favorite lake view with a drink in hand.
An expansive outdoor deck off the side of our main lobby. This space, overlooking Pelican Lake, is used for wedding cocktail hours, following your ceremony, and rented for extra events like a rehearsal dinner. Patio seating and high top cocktail tables are included for guests to gather together. Lawn games are set up just off the deck for guests to enjoy. Indoor backups available if weather does not permit an outdoor event.
Guest capacity
Up to 80 Seated
Up to 300 Standing
Square footage
2,400
Ideal for
Cocktail hour
Included in this room:
patio tables & chairs, cocktail tables, photo/gift/guest book tables & linens, water dispenser, full bar, and Fair Hills staff to set-up, maintain, bartend, and clean-up
Room cost
Included in all wedding packages. Available for additional rentals (rehearsal dinner, welcome party, etc)
Big Pelican Pontoon
Cruise the lake in style.
Take a cruise with your favorite people around Pelican Lake. Host a rehearsal dinner, sunset cruise, or wedding party getaway after your ceremony. Relax on the lake as our staff takes you on a cruise with appetizers, a buffet, or drinks. Rental includes a boat captain, music on board, and a restroom.
Guest capacity
Up to 40 Seated
Up to 40 Standing
Ideal for
Rehearsal dinner, Cocktail hour
Included in this room:
boat captain, music (aux cord connection), tables, chairs, linens, water dispenser, popcorn, and a restroom
Room cost
$150 for 30 minutes
Dining Room
Dine in the ambience.
A gorgeous space with wall to wall windows and natural wooden features hosts your dinner reception. Traditional head tables, sweetheart tables, and harvest tables are available in a personalized seating arrangement. A blank canvas for your chosen room and guest table decor. Includes restrooms, sound system with bluetooth connections and wireless microphones, dimmable lighting, optional draping with twinkle lights, and full temperate control with AC and heat.
Guest capacity
Up to 300 Seated
Up to 150 Standing
Square footage
5,000
Ideal for
Wedding reception
Included in this room:
tables, chairs, linens, chandeliers, dimmable lighting, wireless microphones and bluetooth sound connections, AC & heat, Fair Hills staff to set-up, maintain, serve meals and clean-up
Room cost
Room rental is included in all of our packages for your dinner meal. Dirty Dancing packages include the space for your dance reception space for the remainder of the night.
Lakeside Pavilion
The perfect place to end your night.
The Pavilion is our main space for the dance reception part of your evening. Guests move to this space after having dinner in the Dining Room. It is located inside the main lobby building, right along the lake. It has a stage for live bands, sound system with bluetooth connections & wireless microphones, lakeside windows, optional draping & twinkle lights, and access to outdoor decks. This space is your backup for an outdoor ceremony if weather does not permit.
Guest capacity
Up to 250 Seated
Up to 300 Standing
Square footage
2,210
Ideal for
Wedding reception
Included in this room:
tables, chairs, linens, bluetooth connections & wireless microphones, Fair Hills staff to set-up, maintain, bartend, and clean-up
Room cost
Rental included in our Grand Tour & All Aboard packages
Recreation Room
Get away and play.
Hang out and play pool, ping pong or foosball while hanging out for a rehearsal dinner, getting ready in the morning, or a late night hang. Lakeside windows and mini split units available for heat and AC. Tables, chairs, and basic linens included with rental.
Guest capacity
Up to 60 Seated
Up to 60 Standing
Ideal for
Rehearsal dinner
Room cost
$200 for up to 4 hours
The Perch on Pelican
Grab your cocktails at the Perch!
The Perch on Pelican is located lakeside on the lower level of the main lodge. It is a public bar typically open on weekends for you and your guests to gather in during your wedding weekend. A great space to use for a rehearsal dinner or welcome party.
Guest capacity
Up to 30 Seated
Up to 50 Standing
Square footage
810
Ideal for
Rehearsal dinner
Room cost
Rent privately for $150 for up to 4 hours, otherwise open to the public
Library
Get ready overlooking the lake.
A centrally located gathering space for you and your wedding party the day of your wedding. Get ready with your crew in the morning and have the space to keep all your belongings and go back to throughout the night. Rental includes water, coffee, mirrors, and power strips.
Guest capacity
Up to 40 Seated
Up to 50 Standing
Ideal for
Other
Included in this room:
chair & couch seating, tables & linens, mirrors, power strips, water, coffee, Fair Hills staff to maintain the space
Room cost
$200 for a full day rental (8am-midnight)
Overlook
Get ready in comfort.
A large cabin in the trees on the edge of the resort used for wedding party groups getting ready together. Enjoy coffee & water on a deck overlooking the lake and trees. Floor to ceiling windows provide a gorgeous view and lots of natural light. Mirrors, power strips, and ample seating is included in this space.
Guest capacity
Up to 20 Seated
Up to 30 Standing
Ideal for
Other
Included in this room:
personal golf cart, chair & couch seating, tables & linens, mirrors, power strips, water & coffee, Fair Hills staff to maintain
Room cost
Prices vary based on packages
Lakeside Gardens
Start your next chapter with the picture-perfect backdrop.
Host your outdoor ceremony on the shores of Pelican Lake, an amazing backdrop for lake lovers. Groups of up to 250 guests fit well in this space.
Guest capacity
Up to 250 Seated
Up to 300 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony
Included in this room:
white folding chairs, a metal arch, access to power, any gift/card or unity ceremony tables requested, and Fair Hills staff to set-up & maintain
Room cost
One ceremony space is included in all of our packages
The Hollow
Escape to the trees for your perfect ceremony.
An expansive outdoor ceremony location surrounded by natural greenery. Start your walk down the aisle crossing over the red bridge. Groups of up to 300 guests fit well in this space.
Guest capacity
Up to 300 Seated
Up to 300 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony
Included in this room:
white folding chairs, metal arch (not pictured), access to power, any gift/card or unity ceremony tables requested, and Fair Hills staff to set-up and maintain
Room cost
One ceremony space is included in all of our packages
The Deck
Enjoy our favorite lake view with a drink in hand.
An expansive outdoor deck off the side of our main lobby. This space, overlooking Pelican Lake, is used for wedding cocktail hours, following your ceremony, and rented for extra events like a rehearsal dinner. Patio seating and high top cocktail tables are included for guests to gather together. Lawn games are set up just off the deck for guests to enjoy. Indoor backups available if weather does not permit an outdoor event.
Guest capacity
Up to 80 Seated
Up to 300 Standing
Square footage
2,400
Ideal for
Cocktail hour
Included in this room:
patio tables & chairs, cocktail tables, photo/gift/guest book tables & linens, water dispenser, full bar, and Fair Hills staff to set-up, maintain, bartend, and clean-up
Room cost
Included in all wedding packages. Available for additional rentals (rehearsal dinner, welcome party, etc)
Big Pelican Pontoon
Cruise the lake in style.
Take a cruise with your favorite people around Pelican Lake. Host a rehearsal dinner, sunset cruise, or wedding party getaway after your ceremony. Relax on the lake as our staff takes you on a cruise with appetizers, a buffet, or drinks. Rental includes a boat captain, music on board, and a restroom.
Guest capacity
Up to 40 Seated
Up to 40 Standing
Ideal for
Rehearsal dinner, Cocktail hour
Included in this room:
boat captain, music (aux cord connection), tables, chairs, linens, water dispenser, popcorn, and a restroom
Room cost
$150 for 30 minutes
Dining Room
Dine in the ambience.
A gorgeous space with wall to wall windows and natural wooden features hosts your dinner reception. Traditional head tables, sweetheart tables, and harvest tables are available in a personalized seating arrangement. A blank canvas for your chosen room and guest table decor. Includes restrooms, sound system with bluetooth connections and wireless microphones, dimmable lighting, optional draping with twinkle lights, and full temperate control with AC and heat.
Guest capacity
Up to 300 Seated
Up to 150 Standing
Square footage
5,000
Ideal for
Wedding reception
Included in this room:
tables, chairs, linens, chandeliers, dimmable lighting, wireless microphones and bluetooth sound connections, AC & heat, Fair Hills staff to set-up, maintain, serve meals and clean-up
Room cost
Room rental is included in all of our packages for your dinner meal. Dirty Dancing packages include the space for your dance reception space for the remainder of the night.
Lakeside Pavilion
The perfect place to end your night.
The Pavilion is our main space for the dance reception part of your evening. Guests move to this space after having dinner in the Dining Room. It is located inside the main lobby building, right along the lake. It has a stage for live bands, sound system with bluetooth connections & wireless microphones, lakeside windows, optional draping & twinkle lights, and access to outdoor decks. This space is your backup for an outdoor ceremony if weather does not permit.
Guest capacity
Up to 250 Seated
Up to 300 Standing
Square footage
2,210
Ideal for
Wedding reception
Included in this room:
tables, chairs, linens, bluetooth connections & wireless microphones, Fair Hills staff to set-up, maintain, bartend, and clean-up
Room cost
Rental included in our Grand Tour & All Aboard packages
Recreation Room
Get away and play.
Hang out and play pool, ping pong or foosball while hanging out for a rehearsal dinner, getting ready in the morning, or a late night hang. Lakeside windows and mini split units available for heat and AC. Tables, chairs, and basic linens included with rental.
Guest capacity
Up to 60 Seated
Up to 60 Standing
Ideal for
Rehearsal dinner
Room cost
$200 for up to 4 hours
The Perch on Pelican
Grab your cocktails at the Perch!
The Perch on Pelican is located lakeside on the lower level of the main lodge. It is a public bar typically open on weekends for you and your guests to gather in during your wedding weekend. A great space to use for a rehearsal dinner or welcome party.
Guest capacity
Up to 30 Seated
Up to 50 Standing
Square footage
810
Ideal for
Rehearsal dinner
Room cost
Rent privately for $150 for up to 4 hours, otherwise open to the public
Fair Hills Resort packages
Dirty Dancing
150 guests
Peak pricing $2,000-4,000
This package hosts your dinner and dance in one location: our dining room. Cocktail hour takes place on the deck and you have your choice of ceremony location. This package is ideal for weddings of up to 150 guests.
- Unlimited consultations with venue coordinator
- Full service event staff (bartenders & servers)
- Onsite ceremony plus 1 hour rehearsal
- Set up and tear down of event venue spaces
- Tables, chairs, linen tablecloths & napkins
- Place settings (plates, silverware, glasses)
- Complimentary menu tasting with venue coordinator
- Exclusive on-site catering for food & beverage
- Parking attendants with day of golf cart shuttling
- Yard games at cocktail hour & bonfire during dance
- On-site guest lodging block
- Complimentary cabin for couple, night of wedding
- Access to all resort amenities
- Use of resort for your engagement photos
- Food & beverage minimums required
The Grand Tour
300 guests
Peak pricing $3,000-5,000
This package hosts your ceremony, cocktail reception, dinner, and dance in four beautiful unique locations, taking your guests on a grand tour of the resort. This package is ideal for weddings of up to 300 guests.
- Unlimited consultations with venue coordinator
- Full service event staff (bartenders & servers)
- Onsite ceremony plus 1 hour rehearsal
- Set up and tear down of event venue spaces
- Tables, chairs, linen tablecloths & napkins
- Place settings (plates, silverware, glasses)
- Complimentary menu tasting with venue coordinator
- Exclusive on-site catering for food & beverage
- Parking attendants with day of golf cart shuttling
- Yard games at cocktail hour & bonfire during dance
- On-site guest lodging block
- Complimentary cabin for couple, night of wedding
- Access to all resort amenities
- Use of resort for your engagement photos
- Food & beverage minimums required
All Aboard
300 guests
Peak pricing $3,500-5,500
This package is the Grand Tour plus use of our Big Pelican pontoon boat for 2 hours during the weekend, split up however you choose. Popular cruises include a rehearsal dinner, wedding party getaway after the ceremony, or a sunset cruise. This package hosts your ceremony, cocktail reception, dinner, and dance in four beautiful unique locations. This package is ideal for weddings of up to 300 guests.
- Unlimited consultations with venue coordinator
- Full service event staff (bartenders & servers)
- Onsite ceremony plus 1 hour rehearsal
- Set up and tear down of event venue spaces
- Tables, chairs, linen tablecloths & napkins
- Place settings (plates, silverware, glasses)
- Complimentary menu tasting with venue coordinator
- Exclusive on-site catering for food & beverage
- Parking attendants with day of golf cart shuttling
- Yard games at cocktail hour & bonfire during dance
- On-site guest lodging block
- Complimentary cabin for couple, night of wedding
- Access to all resort amenities
- Use of resort for your engagement photos
- Food & beverage minimums required
Available services that can be provided by Fair Hills Resort
Services & amenities
- Bar services
- Catering services
- Clean up
- Dance floor
- Dressing room / Bridal Suite
- Event coordinator
- Event rentals
- Event staff
- Liability insurance
- Lighting/Sound
- On-site accommodations
- Service staff
- Set up
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wifi
Transportation & access
- Self parking - free
- Wheelchair accessible
Rentals
- Barware
- China
- Flatware
- Glassware
- Lighting
- Linens
- Sound / AV
- Standard Chairs
Accommodations
- Bedroom suites
- Double bed rooms
- Honeymoon suite
- Room blocks offered
- Single king rooms
- Single queen rooms
- Twin bed rooms
Preferred vendors of Fair Hills Resort
Explore other vendors serving Detroit Lakes, MN
- Shawnee Custalow Studios
- Sweet Alice
- Rachel DesJardins Photography
- Rosemary's Garden Florals
- Korto Photography
- Kylee Jade - Photographer
- Complete Weddings + Events Brainerd (DJ)
- Enchanted Weddings by BK
- W Events
- Courtney Bicknese Photography
- Anthology On Main
- Boxcar Videography
Complete your dream team
- Detroit Lakes Photographers
- Detroit Lakes Beauty Professionals
- Detroit Lakes Bands & DJs
- Detroit Lakes Florists
- Detroit Lakes Caterers
- Detroit Lakes Planners
- Detroit Lakes Cakes & Desserts
- Detroit Lakes Videographers
- Detroit Lakes Bar Services & Beverages
Other venues in Detroit Lakes
- Adler Ranch
- Rolling Forks Vineyards
- Crooked Tree Acres
- The Hideaway at Xanadu Island Resort
- Countryside Barn
- Perham Lakeside Golf Course & Event Center
- Arrowwood Resort & Conference Center
Other wedding services nearby
- Moorhead, MN Wedding Florists
- Moorhead, MN Wedding Bands & DJs
- St. Cloud, MN Wedding Florists
- West Fargo, ND Wedding Bar Services & Beverages
- St. Cloud, MN Wedding Bar Services & Beverages
- St. Cloud, MN Wedding Videographers
- St. Cloud, MN Wedding Photographers
- St. Cloud, MN Wedding Bands & DJs
- Fargo, ND Wedding Planners
- Watertown, SD Wedding Videographers
- Fargo, ND Wedding Bar Services & Beverages
- West Fargo, ND Wedding Caterers