Cool Water Events - Preferred Venue

Cool Water Events – Emmett’s Riverside Venue with Rustic Elegance
Cool Water Events is a scenic, flexible wedding and event venue located in Emmett, Idaho, set along the banks of the Payette River. Spanning 31 acres of riverfront property, it combines natural beauty, historic character, and modern amenities to create a memorable setting for gatherings of all kinds.
From its riverside gazebos and winding paths to a restored 100-year-old barn and water features, Cool Water Events offers a variety of picturesque ceremony and photo settings. Inside, a climate-controlled event center ensures comfort regardless of weather, complete with separate bride and groom suites, a catering kitchen, multiple restrooms, and indoor/outdoor speaker systems.
A few standout amenities include:
- Bride and groom suites, each with adjacent bathrooms; the bride’s room has full-length mirrors and hair/makeup stations
- Covered back patio (which can be enclosed in poor weather)
- Kids’ room and quiet room for guests needing a break
- Catering kitchen with walk-in refrigerator for food/floral storage
- Tables, chairs, linens (for up to 200 guests) included in many rental packages
- Outdoor features: three lighted gazebos, a large pond with fountain, fire pit, swings, and historic props like an antique buggy and Model T
- Bathhouse with restrooms & showers, and RV hookups on request
Cool Water does not restrict you to exclusive vendor lists—couples are free to bring their own caterers, florists, decorators, and other professionals.
The venue is ideal for weddings and receptions but also accommodates corporate events, family celebrations, reunions, and retreats.
Contact Information
📍 3160 Cool Water Lane, Emmett, ID 83617
📞 (208) 859-4077