# The Pavilion at Chimera Golf Club — Out-the-Door Las Vegas Wedding Fee Breakdown & Venue Guide

- **Canonical HTML Page:** https://lasvegasweddingchapel.com/chapels/chimera-golf-club-pavilion-weddings
- **Markdown Twin:** https://lasvegasweddingchapel.com/chapels/chimera-golf-club-pavilion-weddings.md
- **Status:** active
- **Category:** Outdoor, Desert & Ghost Town
- **Corridor / Neighborhood:** Henderson / Lake Las Vegas
- **Address:** 901 Olivia Pkwy, Henderson, NV 89011, USA
- **Phone:** Via Concierge
- **Official Rate Sheet / Package Source:** https://chimeragolfclub.com/the-pavilion/ (Checked Oct 29, 2026)
- **Weekend / Peak-Date Policy:** Published base rates reflect standard weekday availability; Fri–Sun weekend or holiday/lucky-date slots may carry peak pricing on the official rate sheet.
- **Google Maps Property Reviews — Chimera Golf Club:** ★4.0 / 5.0 (448 Google ratings) — covers overall property, not wedding department alone
- **Editorial Rate Check:** Published rates checked Oct 2026

## 1. Out-the-Door Pricing & Mandatory Extra Fees

| Cost Component | Published / Estimated Amount | Notes |
| :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Entry Base Ceremony Package | $1,450 | Lowest eligible ceremony package |
| Typical Mid-Tier Package | $4,400 | Mid-tier package benchmark |
| Mandatory Cash Minister / Officiant Fee | $0 | Paid at check-in unless $0 included |
| Chauffeur / Limo Cash Gratuity | $0 | Conditional: applies only to packages with limo pickup |
| Venue Tax / Service Surcharge | 21% | Published tax / service surcharge |
| Clark County Marriage License | $102.00 cash ($105.29 card) | 201 E. Clark Ave (8 AM–Midnight, 365 days; checks & money orders not accepted; pre-apply at https://clerk.clarkcountynv.gov/AcclaimClerkPreApp/Home/Index) |
| **Estimated Out-the-Door (Entry Legal Marriage)** | **$1,857** | **Calculated from entry ceremony package + tax + minister fee + $102 license** |
| **Estimated Out-the-Door (Entry Vow Renewal)** | **$1,755** | **$0 marriage license required** |

## 2. Ceremony Room Specs & Policies

- **Max Guest Capacity:** Up to 180 guests
- **Ceremony Spaces:** Tuscan Arch Strip-View Ceremony Lawn, The Pavilion Climate-Controlled Reception Tent
- **Outside (BYO) Photographer Policy:** BYO Photographer: Free ($0)
- **Elvis Packages:** No
- **Drive-Thru Window:** No
- **HD Livestreaming:** Confirm by package
- **Spanish / Bilingual Officiant:** Available

## 3. Sample Ceremony Packages

| Package Name | Base Price | Max Guests | Key Inclusions |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Tuscan Lawn Ceremony Package | $1,450 | 60 | Ceremony lawn with Strip & mountain views, Arch, white chairs, sound system & golf-cart sunset portrait session |
| Pavilion Sunset Ceremony & Dinner (60 Guests) | $4,400 | 60 | Lawn ceremony + draped chandelier Pavilion reception & Slice 19 catering, Coordinator, tables & dance floor |

## 4. Closest Corridor Guest Hotels (FY 2026 Federal GSA Clark County Cap: $191/nt Lodging · $86/day M&IE)

| Resort / Hotel | Corridor | Midweek Est. | Weekend Est. | Proximity / Tier |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| The Westin / Hilton Lake Las Vegas Resort | Henderson / Lake Las Vegas | $159/nt | $259/nt | ~14 min (4.4 mi) |
| Fontainebleau Las Vegas | North Strip | $229/nt | $399/nt | ~29 min (14.7 mi) |
| Wynn & Encore Las Vegas | North Strip | $329/nt | $599/nt | ~29 min (14.6 mi) |
| SAHARA Las Vegas | North Strip / Arts District | $79/nt | $169/nt | ~29 min (14.7 mi) |

## 5. Closest Post-Ceremony Reception Steakhouse & Private Dining Buyouts

| Restaurant | Cuisine | Private Room Cap. | Est. F&B Minimum | Google Rating |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Lawry's The Prime Rib Las Vegas | Art-Deco Tableside Silver-Cart Prime Rib ($$$) | 15–175 guests (4 Private Banquet Rooms) | $1,800 – $11,000 F&B min | ★4.6 (4,427) |
| Cleaver Butchered Meats, Seafood & Classic Cocktails | Moody Indie Steakhouse & Craft Cocktails ($$$) | 12–50 guests (Private Room) | $1,600 – $6,500 F&B min | ★4.6 (2,727) |
| Panevino Italian Grille (Airport / South Strip View) | Fine Italian w/ Panoramic Strip Runway Windows ($$$) | 15–140 guests (Private Strip-View Banquet Rooms) | $1,800 – $9,000 F&B min | ★4.6 (1,458) |
| Piero's Italian Cuisine | Old-School Vegas Italian ($$$) | 10–180 guests (6 Private Dining Rooms) | $1,800 – $15,000 F&B min | ★4.6 (1,963) |

## 6. Direct-Answer FAQs

### How much does a wedding at The Pavilion at Chimera Golf Club actually cost out-the-door?
Entry-level ceremony packages at The Pavilion at Chimera Golf Club start at $1,450 base price. Once you add the 21% Nevada venue tax/service surcharge, $0 minister fee (included), and the $102.00 Clark County Marriage License (cash rate; $105.29 by card), the estimated out-the-door cost starts at $1,857 for a legal marriage (or $1,755 for a non-legal vow renewal).

### Does The Pavilion at Chimera Golf Club allow outside wedding photographers?
Yes. The Pavilion at Chimera Golf Club allows couples to bring their own outside photographer at no extra venue surcharge ($0 outside vendor fee). Always confirm current ceremony-floor movement rules when booking.

### Where is The Pavilion at Chimera Golf Club located and how far is it from the Strip and Marriage License Bureau?
The Pavilion at Chimera Golf Club is located in Henderson / Lake Las Vegas at 901 Olivia Pkwy, Henderson, NV 89011, USA. It is approximately 14.9 miles (~30 minutes by Uber or limo) from the Clark County Marriage License Bureau at 201 E. Clark Ave and roughly 15.3 miles (~30 minutes) from Center Strip (Bellagio/Caesars).

### How many guests fit at The Pavilion at Chimera Golf Club and does it offer Elvis or drive-thru weddings?
The Pavilion at Chimera Golf Club accommodates up to 180 guests depending on the ceremony space. Ceremony spaces include: Tuscan Arch Strip-View Ceremony Lawn, The Pavilion Climate-Controlled Reception Tent. Notable features: bilingual Spanish ceremonies.

### What is The Pavilion at Chimera Golf Club's rating and what fine-print details should couples check?
On Google Maps, the wider property listing (Chimera Golf Club) holds a 4.0-star rating across 448 overall property ratings covering the overall resort/landmark rather than solely wedding ceremonies. Before booking, couples should verify: 25-minute drive from Center Strip hotels.