Weddings

Stasney's Cook Ranch has hosted many wonderful weddings, rehearsal dinners and receptions. The large open patio facing the valley and water below makes a grand outdoor cathedral. If the weather becomes an issue, the Cook Shack can seat as many as 200 guests. If this is not large enough, additional tents can be added to handle much larger groups.

The Royal Suite in the Headquarters is a beautiful Victorian styled room for the bride to prepare for the wedding. A white horse drawn carriage is also available to carry the newlyweds in grand style to or from the reception (see photos below).

Newlyweds usually choose to spend the night in our smallest cabin, Ft. Griffin, and head out the next day for their honeymoon. The ranch currently sleeps 48 people. Many families choose to spend the entire weekend at the ranch having the rehearsal dinner on Friday night in the Cook Shack and the wedding on Saturday afternoon on the patio. The transition from the wedding ceremony on the patio to the reception in the Cook Shack is very convenient.

The Whitney Theatre in town has been beautifully restored and also makes a very nice venue for rehearsal dinners or receptions.

Our in-house staff has years of experience in creating a warm welcoming environment for your special event. A variety of delicious menus are available. Our staff can prepare special desserts and cakes or there are several local vendors that make excellent wedding cakes. Our staff is also available to take digital or 35mm photographs of your event. However, if the couple prefers professional photography and videography, there are many local vendors from which the couple can choose. For example, Tom Miller in Abilene took the above pictures and the first one below and did an excellent job with the wedding album. In regard to live music, there are a number of local musicians from which to to choose. For recorded music, the ranch has an electric piano and CD player. Some audio/visual equipment is available for presentations at the rehearsal dinner or reception.

If you are interested in planning a wedding at the ranch, please click on "Special Event Policy" and the "Facility Rental Agreement" below for more information. If you have any questions, please call Debbe, our Event Coordinator, at (888) 762-2999. Thanks!

Wedding Images

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Sample Itinerary

We can tailor your itinerary or meal plan to suit your activity and dietary needs. Call for more information and pricing details.