Business Details
29 Years
experience
Your Spokane Wedding & Event Experts
Beacon Hill has been crafting exceptional weddings and events in Spokane for over 25 years. Our family-owned business combines a breathtaking venue atop Spokane's north foothills with handcrafted catering and personalized service. We pride ourselves on our full-time event management team, accolades like Spokane's Best Wedding Venue & Caterer, and partnerships with venues such as Barrister Winery and Arbor Crest. Our commitment to quality extends to weekly family meal delivery through Beacon at Home and community initiatives like donating over 5,000 brownies annually to local nonprofits. With 20+ acres of manicured gardens, a 16-ft granite bar, and 18x18 ft outdoor dance floor, we provide all-inclusive amenities for events ranging from intimate ceremonies to 500-guest celebrations. Our executive chef team, including Le Cordon Bleu-trained professionals, creates custom menus from $36.95 per person while maintaining formal place settings with linen napkins and water goblets.Recognized in publications like Apple Brides Magazine and The Inlander, we offer two planning sessions per wedding, day-of coordination, and seamless transitions between indoor and outdoor spaces for weather flexibility.
Services
Wedding Catering
Event Venue Rental
Family Meal Delivery
Holiday Catering
Corporate Events
Nonprofit Fundraisers
Wine Pairing Events
Brownie Donations
Venue Partnerships
Event Coordination
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of experience in Spokane event planning and catering
- Our full-time event management team ensures seamless wedding coordination
- We maintain 150+ mahogany Chiavari chairs and 250+ resin folding chairs for any event size
- Our Le Cordon Bleu-trained chefs create custom menus from $36.95 per person
- We've been voted Spokane's Best Wedding Venue & Caterer by Inlander readers
What people say
Delicious catered food
Breathtaking city views
Professional staff
Seamless planning process
Stunning wedding venue
Services
Wedding Catering
Our wedding catering service offers customizable menus from $36.95 per person, including china plates, silverware, and linen napkins. We provide full-service staff for setup and cleanup, with options for formal dining or buffet presentations. Our Le Cordon Bleu-trained chefs create dishes ranging from traditional to contemporary, accommodating dietary restrictions and special requests while maintaining exceptional presentation and flavor.
Event Venue Rental
Our 10-acre Spokane venue features a clubhouse with city views, manicured gardens, and multiple ceremony/reception spaces. We accommodate 50-500 guests with amenities including 18x18 ft outdoor dance floor, 16-ft granite bar, and 200+ seating options. The venue includes setup/cleanup services, maintenance staff, and flexible indoor/outdoor configurations with weather contingency plans for year-round events.
Family Meal Delivery
Beacon at Home delivers family meals for four with complimentary dessert weekly. Our Thursday afternoon deliveries within 10 miles of Beacon include free shipping, with pickup options available. We also offer holiday meal delivery services for Easter, Mother's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Eve, featuring specially curated menus that showcase our culinary team's expertise in creating comforting, high-quality meals for home enjoyment.
Corporate Events
We specialize in corporate events from business meetings to holiday parties, offering venue selection, catering, and coordination services. Our team manages events at our main venue, partner locations like The Fox Theater, or client-chosen sites. Services include customized menus, audiovisual support, and event logistics planning with capacity for groups ranging from 10 to 500 attendees in Spokane's premier event spaces.
Nonprofit Fundraisers
Our nonprofit event services include venue support, catering, and coordination for Spokane's charitable organizations. We offer brownie platter donations to qualifying groups, with over 5,000 brownies donated annually. Our team provides budget-friendly catering options, venue partnerships, and event planning expertise to help nonprofits maximize fundraising potential while delivering exceptional guest experiences.
People
Ellie Aaro
Co-owner & Event Director
Ellie Aaro co-owns Beacon Hill and serves as Event Director. With over 20 years of experience, she graduated from the University of Washington in 2001 and trained at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris. Ellie manages 100+ events annually and oversees culinary operations as an Executive Chef.
Questions
What wedding catering options do you offer?
We offer customizable menus from $36.95 per person with formal place settings, full-service staff, and dietary accommodation. Options include plated dinners, buffets, and specialty stations.
What is included in your venue rental?
Venue rental includes clubhouse access, gardens, 18x18 ft dance floor, 16-ft granite bar, seating for 250+ guests, and setup/cleanup services with weather contingency planning.
Do you cater off-site events?
Yes, we cater events at our partner venues like Barrister Winery and Arbor Crest, as well as client-chosen locations throughout the Spokane area with full-service staff.
What community initiatives do you support?
We donate over 5,000 brownies annually to local nonprofits and partner with Spokane charities through our Beacon at Home program and event sponsorships.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend booking 12-18 months in advance for weekends May-October. Holiday parties should be reserved by October 15th for guaranteed availability.
