Are you looking for a wedding or event venue space in Colorado? We don't blame you. The outdoorsy state twinkles like a fantasy world—kind-hearted folk beside you, snowy peaks in the distance, colorful flower fields in between. If you’re going to start a new life together with someone, it’s a pretty daunting challenge to find somewhere better to do it than Colorado. Whether you’re already lucky enough to be a local or wise enough to make a destination wedding absolutely, truly worth it, you have the chance to honor and celebrate your love at the most breathtaking wedding and event venues in Colorado, the Centennial State.
Reporter: Jake Kilroy
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Weddings
The Most Breathtaking Wedding Venues in Colorado
Are you looking for a wedding or event venue space in Colorado? We don't blame you. The outdoorsy state twinkles like a fantasy world—kind-hearted folk beside you, snowy peaks in the distance, colorful flower fields in between....
photo by Cedar & Pines
Aspen’s only five-star, five-diamond resort is total luxury surrounded by nature at its most awe-inspiring. The Little Nell has a dedicated Wedding Deck that includes a ride up Aspen Mountain on the Silver Queen Gondola. Lovebirds get hitched at an elevation of 11,212 feet, by the way, so your 280 guests should prepare for the most breathtaking views of the astonishing Maroon Bells and the Rocky Mountains. Make sure your phone or camera is charged.
At the front range of the Rocky Mountains, Garden of the Gods Resort, Club and STRATA Wellness Spa encompasses everything good about Colorado in one place: the raw, natural beauty of the mountain landscape alongside those iconic red rock formations. Choose from indoor or outdoor venues (or both!) for a completely customized wedding. Inside tip: Make sure your guests stay onsite to make the most of the unparalleled mountain views from their rooms.
Nestled neatly in the mountains and surrounded by evergreens and wildlife, The Barn at Evergreen Memorial Park is a tribute to the pioneers of Evergreen and the Old West. The 100 acre park is graced by rolling meadows, rustic cabins and a beautiful barn overlooking a reservoir, buffalo herd, fields and the foothills. The Barn Chapel is a historic assembly of five historic local barns ranging from seventy to over one hundred years old. The barn features beautiful antique stained glass windows, large picture windows and warm interior. The casually elegant interior includes several small rooms that make up a main floor, parlor, loft and walk-out basement. Large picture windows overlook the reservoir with views of the surrounding mountains. Small or large, rustic or formal, the barn can accommodate gatherings from 50 up to 225 on 3 separate levels for services, dining and dancing, in a warm and rustic setting.
Beneath the Gore Range, one of the state’s most beautiful mountain vistas, Piney River Ranch invites your 200 wedding guests to have the time of their lives. Surrounded by 40 acres of the White River National Forest, the ceremony deck and two custom log pavilions boast striking views guaranteed to take your breath away. Couples here pour in from all over the country to say, “I do,” and it’s easy to see why.
While this epic 173-residence will surely blow the minds of your guests, given its restaurant, lounge, full-service spa, and poolside café and bar, it’ll be the eco-conscious attendees that’ll be the most impressed. Balancing rugged and regal with personal and Intimate, Viceroy Snowmass swirls mountain adventure and inspiring spirit together with organic materials as one of America's first LEED-certified locales. You get the same dedication if the wedding has 10 guests or 400.
With views of the Rocky Mountain and Denver city skyline, Great Divide Brewing Co. combines the natural beauty of Colorado with an authentic industrial brewery atmosphere. From the window-filled Mezzanine room to the spacious outdoor patio, the 6,200 square foot venue offers ample space to transform into your ideal event setting with a breathtaking backdrop.
Gorrono Ranch is a truly unique mountain venue perched on the side of the San Juan mountain range. Named after the family that built the ranch, Gorrono was a Basque sheep herder’s farm in the 1800’s. Recently renovated, today Gorrono is a mid-mountain ski lodge. Gorrono has multiple outdoor decks—one that is typically used as the ceremony and reception site, with the Wilson Mountain Range as its backdrop. In addition to the main lodge there are two smaller historic cabins that can be used as private bride & groom dressing rooms. For a truly singular winter wedding event, Gorrono Ranch can transform into a private mountain lodge exuding rustic elegance, its large stone fireplaces crackling a warm welcome. Guests are transported up the mountain in a snowcatdrawn sleigh, winding through spruce forest, with the majestic San Juan Mountains illuminated by a star-filled sky.
Weddings bloom at this secluded mountain venue, celebrated for its natural beauty and romantic design. Della Terra brings out the magic and majesty of romance against the breathtaking backdrop of the Rocky Mountains. A sea of pines flow beneath granite cliffs, making for a beautiful scene of untouched nature. Up to 200 guests can celebrate love and tranquility with their nerves calmed in a relaxed setting of lofty ceilings, balcony overlooks, and large-arched windows that capture the mountain views.
It’s no surprise that the St. Julien Hotel & Spa was named one of Conde Nast Traveler’s “Best Hotels in the West.” A gleaming jewel in historic downtown, 230 guests can bounce through 16,000 square feet of fantastic indoor and outdoor event space as well as a first-class spa. Always in the background are stunning views of the Flatiron Mountains, which never stop flooring you.
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Wanna get married with mountain views? The Sunrise Amphitheater sits on the summit of Flagstaff Mountain is a spectacular location for nuptials between May and October. It was constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1933! The rustic semi-circle venue was crafted from local stone, has a small stage and will seat for 150 of your favorite people.
Known for its art, animals, and locally grown food, this environmentally sustainable organic farm doubles as the area’s top wedding venue. As green as the staff’s thumbs, Lyon’s Farmette is a chic escape to the countryside. With beautifully landscaped grounds, surrounded by vegetable and flowers gardens, this warm, verdant estate feels like home for your 125 guests.
How does a brand-new event space right in the heart of Denver sound? Moss Denver is an early 1900’s brick and steel industrial building with large windows and steel i-beams for that super trendy industrial-modern look. But don't worry, you'll be able to warm it up right quick with your own style (it's a blank canvas) and takes to rustic & modern styles beautifully. Now all you need is invites for 200 of your closest to enjoy your big day wtih you in this beautiful space!
A unique venue for sure, this romantic ghost town casts a dazzling spell with its spirited western heart aglow in a spectacular alpine valley. Bring 60 wedding guests for a soul-satisfying time in lovingly restored hand-built log cabins surrounded by mountains, waterfalls, and meadows. Dunton Hot Springs is the most beautiful place to stay in Dolores and one of the best venues for outdoor types tying the knot.
Frontier modernism awaits the 400 guests lucky enough to celebrate love and romance in this premier wedding venue. With its graceful and stylish once-in-a-lifetime décor, Hotel Jerome is a year-round resort with international flavor. Unique in the very best sense, this inspired city take on "something old, something new" epitomizes timeless sophistication—especially the 3,450-square-foot Grand Ballroom.
The Observatory is a private and spectacular backcountry cabin located 13 miles from Telluride, Colorado. It is one of only a few homes in the United States at 11,000+ feet! The Observatory is nestled underneath the 13,000-foot Palmyra and Silver Peaks of the San Juan Mountains and is adjacent to the Telluride ski area. The Observatory is truly a special place, particularly for its remoteness, the millions of wildflowers that are in bloom in the summer, the eagles soaring overhead and it's innate feeling of being on top of the world. The Observatory can accommodate up to 45 people for an outdoor wedding celebration. If your wedding party exceeds 45 persons, perhaps then The Observatory is the perfect venue for a rehearsal dinner or a post-wedding day brunch.
River Bend is a large property right on the banks of the St. Vrain River, next to towering, dramatic redstone cliffs. It has a park-like feel, with plenty of open grassy space, large shade trees, and a peaceful sandstone patio on the river. Your rental includes the use of the stunning sail-cloth tent, groomsmen's cottage, and our gorgeous "glamping" tent for brides, complete with chandeliers. River Bend also houses their partner, WeeCasa Tiny Home Hotel, who keep 17 beautiful tiny homes for you and your guests. Through the Farmette, they offer flowers and gifts as well as organic produce.
Explore 20,000 square feet of a Gilded Age mountainside manor and its remarkable grounds—or at least a stylish and contemporary version of such old-world elegance. Ballrooms, fountains, fire pits, courtyards, and postcard-like views of the Rockies make the beloved retreat a soulful boon for up to 300 wedding guests. Here, your family and friends can ski, snowboard, and snowshoe in the winter or golf, raft, and hike in the sunnier seasons.
Located just 20 miles west of Vail, this stunning retreat creates the feeling of a remote escape at a convenient and easily accessible location. Tucked away in the Colorado mountains, overlooking 1,000 acres of pasture, this property offers the unique experience of connecting your guests with stunning natural surroundings, while providing them with luxurious comforts for your big day. Tents are outfitted with signature appointments and furnishings carefully placed by the Collective design team, featuring a plush king bed, outdoor deck, and private en suite bathroom. Locally sourced breakfast is included and served daily at the Three Peaks Lodge. Along with your reservation, you will be invited to our nightly campfires with evening drinks and s'mores, as well as weekly farm to table dinners. Imagine renting out this entire retreat for the most beautiful glamping wedding of all time!
One of the most breathtaking wedding venues in the state, just south of Denver, this Mediterranean estate invites 200 guests to drop their jaws at its grand entrance, vibrant gardens, ivory archways, and astounding views of the horizon below. At Villa Parker, romance is a specialty, whether in the picturesque ballroom or the twinkling courtyard. Given the terracotta-tiled roof, chocolate-colored accents, and elegant iron chandeliers, you’ll have Tuscan countryside vibes pumping electricity through your muscles.
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Dreamy barely begins to cover this extraordinary wedding venue. Rustic design elements of white pine and red brick, complemented by glistening chandeliers and floor-to-ceiling sliding barn doors, make The Venue at Crooked Willow a beloved destination for any wedding with a Rocky Mountain backdrop. Your 250 guests will be left speechless before dancing the night away underneath the market lights and starry night of the courtyard or the warm glow of the 1920s barn. Customize your wedding experience with the full support of the venue’s staff. They’re ready for you to have everything.
Built in 1914 by billionaire John Shaffer, this southern-style mansion was once the favorite of U.S. presidents. These days, the 6-acre venue located in the foothills, just minutes from downtown Denver, is one of the most beloved wedding venues in the state. Panoramic views of the Rocky Mountains shine for 150 guests of this beautifully restored manor, known for both its elegance and comfort.
Once a dance school and now one of the state’s oldest and most successful art academies, this this lively venue comes with the bonus of a multi-use black box theater and its retractable stadium seating. Colorado Ballet makes weddings a memorable, cinematic masterpiece for your 200 guests with theatrical lighting and floor-to-ceiling windows that take in the city—and there’s no better wedding venue for dance floor of the year.
Clear, open skies drape themselves over this gorgeous blend of rustic cabin charm and stunning resort luxury. Sprawling, manicured lawns surrounded by cathedral pines spark up an elegant aura, while its cozy indoors offer vaulted ceilings and stone fireplaces that could tame the wildest western heart. A top venue in everyone’s favorite mountain town, the T-Lazy-7 Ranch gives 350 guests the chance to converse and and laugh on the garden patio during a wedding's cocktail hour before the twilit tent reception.
The secret to a long and happy marriage is starting things off right from the start and this elegant 1930s ranch homestead is the best choice around. Keystone Ranch pops with spectacular views of Swan Mountain, the Ten Mile Range, and the Keystone Ranch Golf Course. Adorned with a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace and surrounded by luxurious green lawns, this beating wild heart nestled in the Rocky Mountains will dazzle your 180 guests.
On Beaver Creek’s eastern slope, the largest non-museum collection of American western antique furnishings and artifacts captivates even the most distracted of wedding guests. 40-foot vaulted ceilings soar over an elegant yet comfortable atmosphere that welcomes 120 attendees to celebrate a union of outdoorsy romantics. SaddleRidge’s stone-and-wood charm nestles into its verdant woodland surroundings, making it the best place for a wedding in picturesque Avon.
A classic country club that overlooks the Elk Mountain Peaks as well as a golf course, this unbeatable wood-and-stone wedding venue welcomes up to 200 guests. Whether it’s cozying up by an indoor fireplace or relaxing on the outdoor terrace, friends and family in town for the wedding may consider never leaving. 600 acres of pristine wilderness beneath gorgeous, glowing sunsets make this true mountain experience one of instant love.
The most epic ranch you’ve ever laid western eyes on is this choice venue that overlooks 3,400 rugged and majestic acres home to more than 50 species of birds. A distinctive landmark, the Cherokee Ranch & Castle Foundation evokes an elegant, enchanting experience for intimate weddings. 150 guests can join in on the fun, strolling and celebrating beneath 1920s architecture that echoes 1450s Scotland, with Denver's cityscape and hundreds of miles of plains spanning the distance.
Few places on Earth give you the sense of awe and romance that you'll feel at Devil’s Thumb Ranch Resort & Spa. Across this 6,000-acre modern cowboy ranch, your 220 guests can play among a score of awe-inspiring venues, including a 3,000-square-foot outdoor pavilion, a 2,900-square-foot barn, a wine grotto, and “High Lonesome Loft.” Get the western wedding you want with some of the best options this state has to offer.
This beautiful National Parks-owned treasure is available for one memorable Colorado summer wedding. Reservable, day-use site for your ceremony & reception next to the Colorado River, Rocky Mountain National Park, and a historic barn.Site not shaded. Make sure and plan ahead as this beauty is only available June 1 through September 30.
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Good luck finding a better venue to transport your heart and senses to old-world allure than Brush Canyon Ranch. Your 100-200 wedding guests will fall in love with the quiet life, whether it’s while pondering life in the quaint gazebo beside the babbling brook or beholding the vibrant pine forest during a ride through the hay meadow in a horse-drawn carriage. As for the celebrated couple, there’s no moment more perfect than dancing beneath the string lights of the ranch’s gorgeous covered patio.
Built in 1865, this historic barn venue has been completely restored to give 180 wedding guests the most authentic Rocky Mountain experience. Expect your special day to be amazing before it even starts, as the sun shines on rolling pastures dotted with wild mule deer or elk. The 165-acre Deer Creek Valley Ranch personifies the Old West, but weaves in modern touches to ensure a wedding reception looks like the liveliest affair against a jaw-dropping natural landscape.
With 9,000 square feet of galleries, the critically acclaimed Clyfford Still Museum bewitches 80 guests as “among the best art museum experiences anywhere” by Smithsonian. Weddings at this divine slice of society are treated to stunning architecture of stone and wood hues and the bold bright colors of abstract expressionist artwork. Heck, before you even start planning, the venue’s already a masterpiece. Special days blossom on the outdoor forecourt, which may very well be the best spot in Denver for sunset toasts.
Personalized service thrives in the intimate luxury setting of Lumière Hotel. Your 30 guests will happily give into world-class treatment amid classically chic yet stylishly modern design. Imagine a wedding crowd that’s been thoroughly relaxed by highly touted cuisine, spa services, and outdoor activities, all coordinated by the on-site concierge. Embrace big-time living in a boutique wonderland of cultivated class with your wedding at the center.
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