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Thank you for your interest in hosting your event at the Wenatchee River Institute (WRI)! Every rental on our campus supports our work to connect people, communities and the natural world.

To help us route your request to the right team, we separate our rentals into Mission-Related Gatherings and Private Event Rentals.

  • Mission-Related Gatherings: Focused directly on environmental education, conservation, nature connection, or stewardship (e.g., partner workshops, field programs, conservation meetings).
  • Private & General Events: Social celebrations or general business gatherings (e.g., weddings, reunions, birthday parties, corporate retreats, or standard organizational meetings).

Please read below to fill out the appropriate inquiry form. Not sure what space is best for you? View our facilities here. Learn more about accommodations and accessibility of our campus here.

If you have any questions, you can reach us at info@wenatcheeriverinstitute.org or call 509-548-0181 ext. 7.


For Meetings and Mission-Related Gatherings

An image of the Bird Fest Room set up with tables and chairs facing a screen for a conference-style event layout.

Use this form for meetings, classes, and environmental education events that take place during weekday business hours. If you are renting as a partner organization, you may also use this form. 

  • Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00AM-5:00PM (early start or late lock-up available for an extra fee)
  • Managed by: WRI Staff
  • Response time: Within 2 business days

See WRI Rental Rates & Fees here.

*If your event is on a weekday outside of business hours, we can organize an early start or late lock-up for an extra fee. 


For Weddings, Parties, and Private Events

An image of the Sun Room set up for dinner, with tables and people seated in chairs around them.

Use this form for weddings, non-mission events, social celebrations, weekend gatherings, or full campus rentals.

From wedding ceremonies to corporate retreats and family reunions, our partner, The LOCAL Event Co., provides expert planning to ensure a memorable gathering on our campus.

  • Hours: Weekends, evenings, or full campus rentals
  • Managed by: The LOCAL Event Co.
  • Response time: Within 3-5 business days

Please direct all wedding planning questions to them for the best experience. 


Local Recommendations

Now that you have booked a space at WRI and learned about our facilities, you may be looking for more information to plan your event. Check out information on visiting our campus, plus our recommendations for places to stay, eat, shop, and things to do here.


The Wenatchee River Institute is a 501(c)(3) registered nonprofit. EIN 20-5611326

At the Wenatchee River Institute, we welcome everyone. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.