The Best Colorado Wedding Venues
In a state like Colorado, there’s no shortage of beautiful wedding venues…
As a wedding photographer living and working in Colorado for the last 9 years, I’ve had the pleasure of working at so many wonderful venues. From Aspen to Buena Vista, Denver to Colorado Springs, and everywhere in between—if you’re in search of your perfect Colorado wedding venue, you have ample to choose from. It can probably even be a little daunting. So as a wedding professional, I’ve put together some of my favorite wedding venues from all over the state.
Surf Hotel in Buena Vista
Enter the Surf Hotel & Chateau. This stunning venue is the perfect spot for a Colorado wedding. Get ready in their luxurious rooms or chateaus, wander the aspen-lined courtyard for portraits, throw a spectacular party in their ballroom, and—within steps of the building—take in views of the Collegiate Peaks for a breathtaking backdrop to your photos. It’s also the perfect base for a destination wedding. All your visitors can have a wonderful, adventurous time taking in Buena Vista with plenty of things to do like hiking, rafting, and exploring.
Capacity: Anywhere from 30 guests to 250 guests depending on time of year and location within the hotel (private dining room to full hotel buyout).
Boulder Flower Farm in Longmont
One of the loveliest Colorado Front Range farm wedding venues, Boulder Flower Farm is an intimate, dreamy location for a couple’s wedding day. A large, lovely house sits on the premises, where you can get ready with your people the morning of your big day. A beautiful, bountiful tree stands just outside the house, a perfect backdrop for your ceremony. There’s no shortage of room on the lawn for your reception setup and your guests to take in the gorgeous scenery. And of course, at the right time of year, Boulder Flower Farm has a plethora of lovely flowers, providing even more beauty all around you.
Capacity: Up to 100 guests
Blanc in Denver
Blanc is a stunning venue space in the neighborhood with so much character yet just as much room to make it into one’s own vision for their wedding day. Exposed brick, white walls, and a wonderfully industrial feel make this such a unique and beautiful place for a wedding and reception. The venue has it all with a great patio space as well and a separate little building for more room for cocktail tables and a bar. You can’t go wrong with having your special day at Blanc in the RiNo Arts District of Denver.
Capacity: Up to 150 guests
Lyons Farmette in Lyons
The Lyons Farmette is truly one of the best wedding venues in Colorado. With its beautiful, tall cottonwoods, a river winding through, a small family of farm animals, and a lovely flower garden, this property is a breathtaking oasis 17 miles from Boulder. For a long time, it was a primarily outdoor wedding venue but in the last few years, a beautiful barn has been added to the property to allow for indoor space if need be. Pictured is a little airstream on the property for as a rustic dressing suite. There’s also a farmhouse on site for getting ready. The Lyons Farmette has it all.
Capacity: Up to 125 guests
Pine Creek Cookhouse in Aspen
The Pine Creek Cookhouse is a hidden gem of a wedding venue in Aspen, Colorado. With its abundance of aspen trees and its stunning mountain views (see the picture at the top of the page), this venue is already an absolutely beautiful place to say, “I do”. But add in an exquisite restaurant? You’ve got yourself the perfect wedding venue. Pine Creek Cookhouse is nestled into the Ashcroft Valley and makes a stunning and memorable setting for Colorado weddings. Just imagine the aspens in the fall! Your guests will be in awe and you will too.
Capacity: Up to 160 (or more with additional tenting)
The Manor House in Littleton
The Manor House wedding venue is an absolute classic place for a wedding in the Colorado foothills. Simple yet elegant and romantic, your wedding at the Manor House will be everything you’ve always hoped for and more. The property’s six acres are exclusively yours to enjoy on your wedding day. Whether it be an outdoor ceremony against the dramatic backdrop of Dry Creek Canyon or an intimate gathering near one of our cozy fireplaces, the Manor House is sure to have something that will suit your needs.
Capacity: Up to 250 guests
Wheeler/Stallard Museum in Aspen
If you’re looking for something a little outside the box, why not try out a location that isn’t strictly a wedding venue? Enter the Wheeler/Stallard Museum in Aspen. Whether your tastes are formal and elegant or Colorado casual, this one-of-a-kind setting delivers an eclectic blend of Victorian charm and Aspen hospitality. Nestled in the heart of Aspen’s historic and hip West End neighborhood, the Wheeler/Stallard Museum is housed in a Queen Anne-style Victorian home built in 1888. The grounds—the only complete city block in the neighborhood—are pristinely manicured with views of Shadow Mountain that provide a unique ambiance for a remarkable Aspen event.
Capacity: Up to 200 guests
Spruce Mountain Ranch in Larkspur
A perfect blend of rustic elegance, Spruce Mountain Ranch is a 450 acre premier mountain venue conveniently located just outside of Denver. Spruce Mountain Ranch features two separate properties located over a mile apart, each offering magnificent hand crafted detail and state of the art conveniences. I’ve had the pleasure of photographing weddings at both properties and each one offers something lovely and unique. Spruce Mountain Ranch is great for couples that want a mountain wedding without traveling too far from the Front Range. This wedding venue is easy to get to and offers a stunning place to get married in spring, winter, summer, and fall.
Capacity: Quite a range of capacities but anywhere from 200 to 450 guests
Devil’s Thumb Ranch in Tabernash
For a one-of-a-kind, all-inclusive wedding experience, look no further. Devil’s Thumb Ranch is the crème de la crème of Colorado wedding venues. If you’re looking for a location that will be sure to give you and your guests an amazing experience, this resort and spa is the place for you. A wedding at Devil’s Thumb Ranch is one that includes beautiful mountain views, elegant venues, luxury lodging, decadent local cuisine, and endless mountain activities to celebrate with those near and dear.
Capacity: Up to 250 guests
Denver Botanic Gardens Woodland Mosaic
Your dream garden wedding awaits. The Woodland Mosaic garden features a lovely SOLARIUM nestled between trees and offers a semi-private location within the Denver Botanic Gardens. Looking for a magical location for your small, intimate wedding? The solarium is the perfect garden wedding location to say, “I do”. Have your ceremony in the gardens as well as your reception or, since you’re in the heart of Denver, take your people to your favorite restaurant or bar to continue the celebration.
Capacity: Up to 75 guests