Real Weddings at The Off Grid Ark

These photos show real weddings at The Off Grid Ark — outdoor ceremonies, relaxed receptions, and celebrations shaped by the couples themselves. Set in a quiet forest in Western Quebec, just 40 minutes from Ottawa–Gatineau, The Ark offers the freedom to create a wedding that feels personal, memorable, and entirely your own.

Fall view of The Off Grid Ark wedding venue surrounded by forest in Western Quebec, near Ottawa–Gatineau.
Aerial view of The Off Grid Ark wedding venue surrounded by autumn forest in Western Quebec, about 40 minutes from Ottawa–Gatineau.

Surrounded by forest, colour, and quiet — The Off Grid Ark feels a world away, yet sits just 40 minutes from Ottawa–Gatineau.

Bride and groom seated together during an indoor wedding reception at The Off Grid Ark near Ottawa–Gatineau.
Guests seated for dinner during an indoor wedding reception at The Off Grid Ark near Ottawa–Gatineau.
Indoor wedding reception dining tables set for guests at The Off Grid Ark near Ottawa–Gatineau.
Guests mingling during an indoor wedding reception with evening lighting at The Off Grid Ark near Ottawa–Gatineau.

Indoor dining and receptions at The Off Grid Ark offer a warm, relaxed space for shared meals, conversation, and celebration — with the freedom to choose your own caterer and table style.

Outdoor wedding ceremony at The Off Grid Ark near Ottawa–Gatineau, with bride and groom exchanging vows under a wooden arbor in a forest setting.
Guests gathered for an outdoor forest wedding ceremony at The Off Grid Ark near Ottawa–Gatineau, with the couple standing at the arbor surrounded by trees.
Bride walking with her father toward the ceremony at The Off Grid Ark wedding venue near Ottawa–Gatineau.
Bride walking down the aisle with her father during an outdoor wedding ceremony at The Off Grid Ark near Ottawa–Gatineau.
Bride being escorted by her father toward the ceremony at The Off Grid Ark outdoor wedding venue near Ottawa–Gatineau.
Personalized outdoor wedding ceremony at The Off Grid Ark near Ottawa–Gatineau, with the groom playing guitar during the vows in a forest setting.
Personalized outdoor wedding ceremony at The Off Grid Ark near Ottawa–Gatineau, with the officiant wearing a Dr. Seuss hat during the vows in a forest setting

Every ceremony is personal — from live music and handwritten vows to meaningful moments that reflect the couple, not a template. At The Off Grid Ark, weddings are done your way.

Bride and groom posing together at a scenic outdoor wedding photo location near The Off Grid Ark in Western Quebec, with forest and river valley views near Ottawa–Gatineau.
Wedding party posing by the Gatineau River fnear The Off Grid Ark in Western Quebec, close to Ottawa–Gatineau for a fun wedding photo
Bride and groom with a horse during a wedding photo session at The Off Grid Ark in Western Quebec, near Ottawa–Gatineau.
Bride and groom running hand in hand through a grassy field during a wedding photo session at The Off Grid Ark in Western Quebec, near Ottawa–Gatineau.
Bride and groom sharing a kiss at sunset during an outdoor wedding photo session at The Off Grid Ark in Western Quebec, near Ottawa–Gatineau.
Bride and groom walking together through a field at sunset during a wedding photo session near The Off Grid Ark in Western Quebec, close to Ottawa–Gatineau.

With forests, fields, lakes, and river views just minutes away, The Off Grid Ark gives couples access to multiple picturesque locations for wedding photos.

Guests dancing and laughing during an indoor wedding reception at The Off Grid Ark near Ottawa–Gatineau.
Live band performing during an indoor wedding reception at The Off Grid Ark near Ottawa–Gatineau.
Guests dancing during an indoor wedding reception at The Off Grid Ark, using a DJ or DIY music setup near Ottawa–Gatineau.
Guests dancing together during a relaxed indoor wedding reception at The Off Grid Ark near Ottawa–Gatineau.

From live bands and DJs to a DIY playlist on our in-house sound system, indoor receptions at The Off Grid Ark are built around the kind of party you want to throw.

Guests gathered around an outdoor bonfire during an evening wedding reception at The Off Grid Ark near Ottawa–Gatineau.
Outdoor wedding reception with a live band performing under string lights at The Off Grid Ark near Ottawa–Gatineau.
Outdoor evening wedding reception at The Off Grid Ark with string lights, a bonfire, and guests gathering in the forest near Ottawa–Gatineau.
Bride and groom watching a live band during an outdoor nighttime wedding reception at The Off Grid Ark near Ottawa–Gatineau.

Outdoor receptions at The Off Grid Ark often continue under the lights, with an optional bonfire and the forest coming alive at night — a relaxed, unforgettable way to celebrate with your guests.

Canoe filled with drinks for a self-serve wedding bar at The Off Grid Ark outdoor wedding venue near Ottawa–Gatineau.
“Self-serve wedding bar with wine and glassware at The Off Grid Ark outdoor wedding venue near Ottawa–Gatineau.
Indoor self-serve wedding bar with spirits, beer, and glassware at The Off Grid Ark near Ottawa–Gatineau.
Wedding guests toasting together at a self-serve indoor bar during a reception at The Off Grid Ark near Ottawa–Gatineau.

From a simple self-serve "canoe beer" setup to a fully stocked bar — couples at The Off Grid Ark choose what they serve and how they serve it, often saving thousands compared to traditional wedding packages.