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Our Favorite Photo Spots in Northern Colorado

11/11/2022

 
Finding the perfect spot for your next photo shoot!
Northern Colorado has no shortage of scenic backdrops that are perfect for photoshoots - both professional and impromptu selfies. As event planners who are often asked for recommendations, we have pulled together a list of some of the best locations in NoCo. Reference this list for your next family mini-session, graduation shoot, engagement photos, or a fun afternoon with you and your closest friends!

 
Favorite Spots for Family & Senior Photos​
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Rocky Mountain National Park - This location offers some of the most majestic mountain views around! It is very popular in the fall - especially with the variety of golds, oranges, and reds - perfect for family photos that are worthy of a Christmas Card! There are multiple locations inside the park to choose from, including, but not limited to, Bear Lake, Sprague Lake, and Moraine Park.
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Horsetooth Reservoir - Located just west of Fort Collins proper, this picturesque setting has great options for foothills and water backdrops. Also a great spot for engagement and wedding photos!
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Riverbend Ponds Natural Area - This location is a hidden natural area surrounded by city - making it a perfect spot if you want more than one location for your photoshoot or session. You can easily travel from this beautiful natural setting to downtown Fort Collins for a completely different look. We are partial to this location in the fall - it is often full of vibrant yellows and oranges - perfect for fall senior photo shoots!
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Arapaho Bend Natural Area - Perhaps one of the most photographed areas for family photos!
This iconic bridge and beautiful wooded areas are the perfect setting for any shoot!

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CSU Annual Flower Trial Gardens - Located in the heart of downtown Fort Collins, this spot is perfect for family photos, engagement sessions, group photos before school dances, or just some fun selfies with friends. Depending on when you go, there will be different background colors to suit your taste!
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Stunning Engagement and Wedding Spots

All of the previously mentioned locations would work for engagement and wedding photos, too, but these next spots are undeniably perfect!


South Mesa Trailhead - Located near Boulder, CO, this location is a perfect spot to capture important engagement poses or a quick post-wedding photoshoot. Gather shots on the trail itself, or find a nearby stream. 
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Chataqua Park - Also located near Boulder, CO, this spot has some beautiful vistas and scenery great for any time of year. Hike through fields of yellow grass or snow to catch a perfect shot!
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Old Town Fort Collins/Downtown Loveland - Downtown Fort Collins or 4th Street in downtown Loveland offer some chic and more urban shots to suit weddings and group photos. Perfect for family and senior photos as well!
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​You can find examples of all of these locations and more under the weddings tab on our website. Use our website for inspiration! You can also find more inspiration and locations for the perfect photoshoot on our curated Pinterest Pages: Married in the Mountains and My Big Day Weddings.

Book the Northern Colorado experts at My Big Day Marketing & Events. We take on the behind-the-scenes stress, so you can enjoy your event.
 
For business and private event tips and ideas, follow My Big Day on Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest.
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Making Business Personal
As a connected collective of experts, My Big Day specializes in creativity. With superior organization, marketing experience and original ideas, we pull off amazing events and campaigns! 

My Big Day makes business personal by bringing JOY to the job in everything we do.
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As purveyors of fun with My Big Day, we support businesses and individuals in the growth of their ideas, events and marketing strategies. Our creative aptitude allows for unique ideas. Our passion for perfection makes every client a priority!


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Team Building Activities to Foster Healthy Work Relationships

9/26/2022

 
​What is a corporate recipe for success when it comes to building healthy and successful professional (workplace) relationships? A sprinkling of a positive company culture that promotes interaction and connection between coworkers.
 
How do employers promote these connections? Easily through team-building activities and exercises. Team building exercises or activities are games, meetings, experiences and events that are designed to motivate group members to get to know and respect each other - often times on a different level that what they are used to in the office.
 
While often silly or far from “work-related”, team-building exercises are activities that are thoughtfully designed to encourage teamwork. They produce a variety of benefits, including - thoughtful communication between participants (coworkers), motivation to try new approaches to problem solving, creative thinking, and building trust.
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The 5 main types of corporate team-building

Ultimately, the activities you choose to focus on depend on your goals. Some experiences are strictly designed to foster relationship building, while others focus more on developing specific skills.
 
There are 5 main types of team-building:
  1. Icebreakers
  2. Communication
  3. Problem-solving
  4. Creative Thinking
  5. Employee Bonding
 
Icebreakers
Quick games and icebreaker activities are a great way to kick-off a professional gathering. They are often used to motivate employees to participate. Some easy meeting icebreakers are:
  • The Human Knot: In this activity a group stands in a circle and grabs the hands of someone across from them. Once everyone is connected they must work together to untangle without letting go of their hands.
  • Two truths and a lie: Each group member van share two facts and one lie about themselves. The rest of the group must guess the lie.

Communication

Activities that focus on healthy and thoughtful communication patterns are a great way to develop strong communication skills in a low-risk environment.
  • Team Scavenger Hunt: Teams can be on the hunt for a predetermined list of objects or locations to find.

My Big Day Marketing & Events
has developed a variety of scavenger hunts for corporate clients – some focusing on the communication part, some focusing on fun.
  • Escape Rooms:
Escape rooms are the ultimate exercise in healthy communication! Teams must work together to solve clues and complete challenges before their time in the room runs out. Groups that focus on good listening and transparent communication usually find success!
  • Take a Cooking Class together: Divide into pairs or teams for some culinary fun! A successful and tasty dish will require open communication!
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Problem Solving​

Activities that focus on creative problem solving often lead to better results in the workplace. Escape Rooms could again be used to hone these skills, but here are a few other activities that will help your group find creative solutions to challenges:
  • Board Games:  Games that require bartering or trading are great for boosting problem solving and communication skills. Think Settlers of Catan and the like.
  • Water Balloon Toss: In this activity, employees are divided into pairs. These pairs must toss a water balloon back and forth, taking a step further back between each toss. Sometimes this can be done with two pairs of employees who catch and throw the balloon using a beach towel.
 
Creative Thinking
Encouraging creativity in play often translates to success in the board room!
  • Pictionary: Another party/board game, this one really gets the creativity flowing. Divide into teams. Ask the teams to draw a series of random objects, people, events, or phrases for their teammates to guess. The team with the most correct guesses wins.
 
Employee Bonding
Happy people produce good work! You can encourage relationship building outside of the office with these suggestions:
  • Group volunteering experiences: Find a cause that aligns with  your organization and gather your group together to help out.
  • Karaoke night: A great and fun out-of-office experience. Who knows - you might have a singing superstar on staff
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​My Big Day Marketing and Events has a team of professional planners and facilitators who can help you plan engaging activities for your team. We can develop an itinerary that will help you reach your team-bonding goals, which in turn will help you find success - both in and out of the office!
 
For more inspiration, you can check out these curated Pinterest Boards dedicated to Company Retreats and Adult Party Games. You can also follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn for updates and tips.
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Small Business. Big Impact.
​
As a connected collective of experts, My Big Day specializes in the creative touches so many marketing campaigns & events these days are lacking. With superior organization, marketing experience and original ideas, we pull off amazing events and campaigns! 
Allow us to WOW you and your guests!
As purveyors of fun with My Big Day, we support businesses and individuals in the growth of their ideas, events and marketing strategies. Our creative aptitude allows for unique ideas. Our passion for perfection makes every client a priority!


Contact MBD Marketing & Events
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Small Business. Big Impact.

Phone: 970-613-1455  or  303-886-3068
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Email Us

 
We serve the entire Front Range;  Denver, Southern Wyoming, the CO Mountains, and Northern Colorado: Loveland, Fort Collins, Greeley, Windsor, Berthoud, Estes Park, Lyons, Longmont, Boulder, Wellington, Johnstown, Evans, Severance, Timnath, Mead, Frederick, Firestone, Milliken

Private Coors Family Ranch Wedding

9/11/2022

 
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A surprise rainy September Saturday could not stop love in Morrison, CO this past Saturday! Our friends at Primary Event Rentals worked tirelessly to put together a stunning ceremony site and reception tent filled with perfect details.
As part of MBD's marketing services, we captured the magic behind the scenes for their website and promotion purposes. While the day didn't provide much sunlight, there was still love in the air.
Glass goblets, copper cups, soft white accents and warm candlelight. A giant tent that can seat 300+, huge dance floor and rustic accents fit for a ranch. Congratulations Stephanie & William!
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Small Business. Big Impact.
​
As a connected collective of experts, My Big Day specializes in the creative touches so many marketing campaigns & events these days are lacking. With superior organization, marketing experience and original ideas, we pull off amazing events and campaigns! 
Allow us to WOW you and your guests!
As purveyors of fun with My Big Day, we support businesses and individuals in the growth of their ideas, events and marketing strategies. Our creative aptitude allows for unique ideas. Our passion for perfection makes every client a priority!


Contact MBD Marketing & Events
​​
Small Business. Big Impact.

Phone: 970-613-1455  or  303-886-3068
​
Email Us

 
We serve the entire Front Range;  Denver, Southern Wyoming, the CO Mountains, and Northern Colorado: Loveland, Fort Collins, Greeley, Windsor, Berthoud, Estes Park, Lyons, Longmont, Boulder, Wellington, Johnstown, Evans, Severance, Timnath, Mead, Frederick, Firestone, Milliken
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One of Our Own Ties the Knot

9/9/2022

 
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The entire MBD team could not be happier for our own Carrie Stadtmueller (now Kaufman)! Carrie and Derek said I DO at the YMCA in Estes Park at the lovely mountaintop Overlook Chapel.
All who witnessed the ceremony truly felt their love and commitment to one another. As friends and co-workers, we were honored to support Carrie in so many ways. Enjoy some of our favorite photos captured by Lisa Joy Photography and overly excited wedding guests.
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Fort Collins Horse Ranch Wedding

9/6/2022

 
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Details, details, details! We love them and love clients who love them! This wedding was one of the most detailed events we have ever planned. A bride and groom who really wanted their wedding on their private horse ranch, out in the country.... and their family making sure that tradition was kept and formality was followed!

So many vendors came together to erect an event on a large lot of dirt --- no electricity --- no close running water.... and made magic happen for this family!
It took an army of vendors to make this wedding magical. Thank you to the following for your dedication to love!

Appetizers: Foothills Catering
Catering: Nordy's BBQ
Desserts: Starlight Dessert Bar
Baklava: Balklava Unlimited
Photography: Jordan Pike Photography
Videography: Arcadian Pictures
Rentals: RC Events
Transportation: NoCo Party Bus
Florals: Finishing Touches Colorado
Mobile Bar: On the Rocks
Bartending: My Big Day Events
Hair/Make-up: Megan Bright
Music: Suit & Tie DJs
Mobile Restrooms: Blue Moon Restroom Trailers
Alcohol/Ice: Wilbur's Total Beverage
Event Planning: MBD Marketing & Events

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Small Business. Big Impact.
​
As a connected collective of experts, My Big Day specializes in the creative touches so many marketing campaigns & events these days are lacking. With superior organization, marketing experience and original ideas, we pull off amazing events and campaigns! 
Allow us to WOW you and your guests!
As purveyors of fun with My Big Day, we support businesses and individuals in the growth of their ideas, events and marketing strategies. Our creative aptitude allows for unique ideas. Our passion for perfection makes every client a priority!


Contact MBD Marketing & Events
​​
Small Business. Big Impact.

Phone: 970-613-1455  or  303-886-3068
​
Email Us

 
We serve the entire Front Range;  Denver, Southern Wyoming, the CO Mountains, and Northern Colorado: Loveland, Fort Collins, Greeley, Windsor, Berthoud, Estes Park, Lyons, Longmont, Boulder, Wellington, Johnstown, Evans, Severance, Timnath, Mead, Frederick, Firestone, Milliken
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Wedding Bliss at the YMCA

8/31/2022

 
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We simply adore this beautiful couple. After years of love together, they finally got to say I DO in August at the YMCA in Estes Park.
Thank you to all the wonderful event vendors who helped to make this magical day happen!

Venue: YMCA Estes Park
Band: Soul School
Planners: MBD Marketing & Events
Photographer: Swing Photo

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Company Retreat & Team Building in Colorado

8/10/2022

 
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My Big Day was ecstatic to be enlisted as the 'fun makers' for Slate360, an event company based out of Nevada/Boston. The team at Slate360 asked us to plan a packed itinerary filled with experiences and excursions in Colorado.
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From booking car services to/from the hotel and out and about, to meals, to team-building activities, we had a blast putting together tons of fun for this client!

Our new friends know how to make all of their team members feel welcome. Fantastic lodging at The Elizabeth Hotel in Old Town Fort Collins, a custom candy bar, packed fridge, every supply that could make one feel comfortable when traveling, and monogramed gifts for all!
Here is a taste of just 2 days of the team's itinerary...
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Thank you to our photography friend, Dick Knapp, who captured some candid moments of the team and headshots!
If your company is looking for a custom experience for your retreat and/or team-building, you know who to call.... MBD Marketing & Events.
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Small Business. Big Impact.
​
As a connected collective of experts, My Big Day specializes in the creative touches so many marketing campaigns & events these days are lacking. With superior organization, marketing experience and original ideas, we pull off amazing events and campaigns! 
Allow us to WOW you and your guests!
As purveyors of fun with My Big Day, we support businesses and individuals in the growth of their ideas, events and marketing strategies. Our creative aptitude allows for unique ideas. Our passion for perfection makes every client a priority!


Contact MBD Marketing & Events
​​
Small Business. Big Impact.

Phone: 970-613-1455  or  303-886-3068
​
Email Us

 
We serve the entire Front Range;  Denver, Southern Wyoming, the CO Mountains, and Northern Colorado: Loveland, Fort Collins, Greeley, Windsor, Berthoud, Estes Park, Lyons, Longmont, Boulder, Wellington, Johnstown, Evans, Severance, Timnath, Mead, Frederick, Firestone, Milliken

Ciara & Shane's Woodlands Lovestory

7/13/2022

 
 ​We are obsessed with the fresh, clean, and classic style of Ciara and Shane’s Woodlands wedding in Morrison, Colorado! The couple (and Mother of the Bride) paid close attention to every single detail to create a beautiful day complete with many special personal touches. The result was an unforgettable day of beauty, fun, and love! My Big Day was honored to be a part of this special celebration of their lovestory!
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​Guests were ushered around the stunning venue hall to a comfortable breezeway that overlooked the mountains and surrounding forest of The Woodlands just outside of Morrison, CO. They were encouraged to mingle over cool drinks and games of cornhole, or take advantage of comfy lounge chairs overlooking the venue grounds while they waited to be ushered to the ceremony site.
 
The simple arbor that stood at the front of the ceremony isle matched the shape of the mountains that surrounded the beautiful site. Ciara and Shane took advantage of the views and nature for their decor, choosing to add only two large ferns at the back of the seating area. Guests were given packets of rose petals that they tossed after the touching ceremony and celebratory “I Do’s”!
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The bride wore a beautiful lace and beaded gown while her groom looked handsome in a deep burgundy suit. The men looked dashing in black while the bridesmaids and flower girls shimmered in gold. Florals were kept sleek and simple with bouquets of gathered greenery with pops of white provided by large Mums.
 
The reception hall was full of a mix of farmhouse tables, round banquet tables, and high-tops, encouraging guests to mingle while sampling delicious treats from the many food stations set around the room. Ciara and Shane spent extra time creating a very personalized menu that mixed food from special trips and moments in their lovestory. They had signage explaining the significance of each dish served. The food provided a window into some of the most special moments of their courtship.
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From the food to the decor to the unique touches like kissing bells and a telephone guest book, this wedding was a memorable affair. It was wonderful to walk with Ciara and Shane through their planning process, and an honor to celebrate with them on their Big Day!
 
If you’re looking for some wonderful wedding inspiration, scroll through some of the photos from Ciara and Shane’s lovestory!
 
The Couple: Ciara & Shane Marple
​Event Planners: My Big Day
The Venue: The Woodlands, Colorado
Officiant: Keith Hortsman
DJ/MC: Colorado Wedding Productions
Photographer: Taylor Nicole Photography
Cake: Shamane’s Bakery
Florist: Bride and Mother of the Bride
Catering: Catering By Design
Event Rentals: Colorado Party Rentals
Videographer: Hillhound Productions
Beverage Service: Peak Beverage
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​Small Business. Big Impact.
​
As a connected collective of experts, My Big Day specializes in the creative touches so many marketing campaigns & events these days are lacking. With superior organization, marketing experience and original ideas, we pull off amazing events and campaigns! 
Allow us to WOW you and your guests!
As purveyors of fun with My Big Day, we support businesses and individuals in the growth of their ideas, events and marketing strategies. Our creative aptitude allows for unique ideas. Our passion for perfection makes every client a priority!


Contact MBD Marketing & Events
​​
Small Business. Big Impact.

Phone: 970-613-1455  or  303-886-3068
​
Email Us

 
We serve the entire Front Range;  Denver, Southern Wyoming, the CO Mountains, and Northern Colorado: Loveland, Fort Collins, Greeley, Windsor, Berthoud, Estes Park, Lyons, Longmont, Boulder, Wellington, Johnstown, Evans, Severance, Timnath, Mead, Frederick, Firestone, Milliken
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Colorado Venues That Allow BRING YOUR OWN Alcohol

1/25/2022

 
My Big Day Marketing & Events has worked with many wedding venues in our 15+ years in business. We have a record number of weddings on the books for 2022, and one question we keep getting from our couples is: What Colorado venues allow me to bring my own alcohol?
 
With mobile bars and micro weddings still trending for the coming year, more and more couples are exploring wedding venues that allow them to bring in their own alcohol, with or without the requirement of a licensed bartender to serve it.
 
In all cases – based on years of experience and hundreds of weddings – we strongly recommend that you have a TIPS-certified bartender serve your guests. TIPS-certified bartenders are trained to prevent underage drinking; limit that guest who has already had plenty; prevent attendees from driving impaired; and properly report any incidents that do arise for insurance and law enforcement purposes – which benefits you and your venue.
 
Our own My Big Day team is TIPS-certified and provides bartending by the hour through On the Rocks, northern Colorado’s own luxury mobile bar and tap service. Contact us now, and let My Big Day and On the Rocks keep the drinks and the big day flowing smoothly.
 
Still researching wedding venues? Here’s our list of Colorado wedding venues where you can bring your own alcohol.
 
LOVELAND
 
The Garden Room | Loveland, CO
697 North Denver Avenue
Loveland, CO 80537
 
Contact: events@gardenroomloveland.com, (970) 556-5766
 
Alcohol: Bring-your-own
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The McCreery House | Loveland, CO
746 North Washington Avenue
Loveland, CO 80537
 
Contact: (970) 310-7383, Contact Form
 
Alcohol: bring-your-own
 
FORT COLLINS AREA
 
The Hillside Vineyard | Fort Collins, CO
3924 Bingham Hill Road
Fort Collins, CO 80521
 
Contact: (970) 520-2617, hello@thehillsidevineyard.com
 
Alcohol: bring-your-own
 
Aspen Grove at Sundance Trail | Red Feather Lakes, CO
17931 West County Road 74e
Red Feather Lakes, CO 80545
 
Contact: (970) 556-5053, Contact Form
 
Alcohol: In-house or bring-your-own
*For BYO, a Liquor Liability Insurance Policy and certified bartender are required.
 
ESTES PARK
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Fall River Village | Estes Park, CO
200 Filbey Court
Estes Park, CO 80517
 
Contact: (970) 325-6864, contact@fallrivervillage.com
Alcohol: bring-your-own
 
The Landing at Estes Park | Estes Park, CO
1774 CO-66
Estes Park, CO 80517
 
Contact: (970) 820-0118, info@thelandingestespark.com
 
Alcohol: bring-your-own
 

LONGMONT AREA
 
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The St Vrain | Longmont, CO
635 3rd Avenue
Longmont, CO 80501
 
Contact: (720) 534-2635 or Contact Form
 
Alcohol: Bring-your-own
*Bartenders, barware, and mixers are supplied through the preferred catering partner.
 
Boulder Flower Farm | Longmont, CO
4114 Oxford Road
Longmont, CO 80503
 
Contact: Contact Form
 
Alcohol: Bring-your-own
 
The Lyons Farmette | Lyons, CO
4121 Ute Hwy
Lyons, CO 80540
 
Contact: Tracey@LyonsFarmette.com
 
Alcohol: Bring-your-own
 
Stone Mountain Lodge and Cabins | Lyons, CO
18055 North St Vrain Drive
Lyons, Colorado 80540
 
Contact: (303) 823-6091, info@stonemountainlodge.com
 
Alcohol: Bring-your-own

 
BOULDER

 
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The Studio (Boulder) | Boulder, CO
3550 Frontier Avenue, Suite A2
Boulder, CO 80301
 
Contact: (720) 378-8015, info@thestudioboulder.com
 
Alcohol: Bring-your-own (preferred vendor list available)
 
Rembrandt Yard Art Gallery & Event Center | Boulder, CO
1301 Spruce Street
Boulder, Colorado 80302
 
Contact: (303) 301-2972, events@rembrandtyard.com
 
Alcohol: Bring-your-own
 
Koenig Alumni Center at CU Boulder | Boulder, CO
1202 University Avenue
Boulder, Colorado 80309
 
Contact: (303) 492-2279, Contact Form
 
Alcohol: Bring-your-own
*A licensed server is required
 
DENVER AREA
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Walker Fine Art | Denver, CO
300 West 11th Avenue #A
Denver, Colorado 80204
 
Contact: (303) 355-8955, sames@walkerfineart.com
 
Alcohol: Bring-your-own
*Must be served by licensed/certified bartenders; no corkage fee; recommended vendor list available
 
Space Gallery | Denver, CO
400 Sante Fe Drive
Denver, Colorado 80204
 
Contact: (303) 993-3321, events@spaceannex.org
 
Alcohol: Bring-your-own
 
University of Denver Conference and Event Services | Denver, CO
1745 S. Hight Street
Denver, Colorado 80210
 
Contact: (303) 871-4333, events@du.edu
 
Alcohol: Bring-your-own
 
Balistreri Vineyards | Denver, CO
1946 East 66th Avenue
Denver, Colorado 80229
 
Contact: (303) 287-5156, info@balistreriwine.com
 
Alcohol: Bring-your-own
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​Event Room at the Wheat Ridge Recreation Center | Wheat Ridge, CO
4005 Kipling Street
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
 
Contact: (303) 231-1315, kwaters@ci.wheatridge.co.us
 
Alcohol: Bring-your-own
 
Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park | Lakewood, CO
801 South Yarrow Street
Lakewood, CO 80226
 
Contact: (303) 987-7806, Weddings@Lakewood.org
 
Alcohol: Bring-your-own
 
Pines at Genesee | Golden, CO
633 Park Point Drive
Golden, Colorado 80401
 
Contact: (303) 526-7939 x221, Contact Form
 
Alcohol: Bring-your-own
 
Calvary Church | Golden, CO
1320 Arapahoe Street
Golden, CO 80401
 
Contact: (303) 279-2188, office@calvarygolden.net
 
Alcohol: Bring-your-own
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Boettcher Mansion | Golden, CO
900 Colorow Road
Golden, Colorado 80401
 
Contact: (720) 497-7630, boettchermansion@jeffco.us
Alcohol: Bring-your-own *A certified bartender is required; no cash or tips allowed.
 
Evergreen Lake House | Evergreen, CO
29612 Upper Bear Creek Road
Evergreen, CO 80439
 
Contact: (720) 880-1016, kemrich@eprd.co
 
Alcohol: Bring-your-own *Must be served by a Colorado Approved Responsible vendor
 
The Barn at Evergreen Memorial Park | Evergreen, CO
26624 North Turkey Creek Road
Evergreen, Colorado 80439
 
Contact: (720) 340-8574, TheBarn@evergreenmemorialpark.com
 
Alcohol: Bring-your-own *All alcoholic beverages must be served by a licensed and insured bartender
 
CENTRAL COLORADO (NON-DENVER AREA)
 
Main Street Station | Breckenridge, CO
505 South Main Street
Breckenridge, CO 80424
 
Contact: (888) 387-0151, Contact Form
 
Alcohol: In-house or bring-your-own
 
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​Lodge by the Blue | Breckenridge, CO
4192 Highway 9
Breckenridge, CO 80424
 
Contact: (970) 453-2144, manager@lodgebytheblue.com
 
Alcohol: Bring-your-own
 
The Cabin at 9000 Feet | Wolcott, CO
Specific address withheld
Wolcott, CO 81655
 
Contact: Thecabin9000@gmail.com, (717) 575-6704
 
Alcohol: Bring-your-own
 
Guyton Ranch | Jefferson, CO
35293 US Highway 285
Jefferson, CO 80456
 
Contact: (507) 202-6565, Contact Form
 
Alcohol: Bring-your-own
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Bearcat Stables | Edwards, CO
2701 Squaw Creek Road
Edwards, CO 81632
 
Contact: (970) 376-4647, Contact Form
 
Alcohol: Bring-your-own
 
Aspen Historical Society | Aspen, CO
620 West Bleeker Street
Aspen, CO 81611
 
Contact: (970) 925-3721 x107, travis@aspenhistory.org
 
Alcohol: Bring-your-own
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WESTERN COLORADO
 
Black Canyon Stables | Ridgway, CO
362 Golden Eagle Trail
Ridgway, CO 81432
 
Contact: (520) 360-0218, pdunn@blackcanyonstables.com
 
Alcohol: Bring-your-own
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Sopris House | Crested Butte, CO
200 Sopris Avenue
Crested Butte, CO 81224
 
Contact: (800) 903-7761, reservations@elevenexperience.com
 
Alcohol: Bring-your-own
 
Sage View Ranch | Paonia, CO
40881 Highway 133
Paonia, CO 81428
 
Contact: (303) 522-2210, Contact Form
 
Alcohol: Bring-your-own
 
Lock Stock & Barrel | Olathe, CO
5328 CO-348
Olathe, CO 81425
 
Contact: Contact Form
 
Alcohol: Bring-your-own *Only beer and wine allowed; no hard liquor
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Flying Diamond Ranch Weddings and Events | Oak Creek, CO
30110 Highway 131
Oak Creek, Colorado 80487
 
Contact: (970) 846-9229, Contact Form
 
Alcohol: Bring-your-own
 
Once Upon a Time Events | Kiowa, CO
31242 Wedemeyer Road
Kiowa, CO 80117
 
Contact: (720) 838-7608, onceuponatimeeventsllc@gmail.com
 
Alcohol: Bring-your-own *An event insurance policy must be purchased

 
SOUTHERN COLORADO
 
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​ProRodeo Hall of Fame | Colorado Springs, CO
101 Pro Rodeo Drive
Colorado Springs, Colorado 80919
 
Contact: (719) 528-4732, stadken@prorodeo.com
 
Alcohol: Bring-your-own *Alcohol must be served by a hired bartender (not a guest); cash bars are not permitted unless a special events liquor license is purchased by the City of Colorado Springs.
 
La Foret Conference and Retreat Center | Colorado Springs, CO
6145 Shoup Road
Colorado Springs, CO 80908
 
Contact: (719) 495-2743, mail@laforet.org
 
Alcohol: Bring-your-own *Wine, beer, and champagne only; no cash allowed
 
Lodge at Cathedral Pines | Colorado Springs, CO
13977 Milam Road
Colorado Springs, CO 80908
 
Contact: (719) 886-4044, thecplodge@gmail.com
 
Alcohol: In-house or bring-your-own *BYO alcohol must be served by TIPS-certified bartenders.
 
 
The Loft Music Venue | Colorado Springs, CO
2506 West Colorado Avenue
Colorado Springs, Colorado 80904
 
Contact: (719) 445-9278, info@loftmusicvenue.com
 
Alcohol: Bring-your-own
 
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​Black Forest Meadows | Colorado Springs, CO
17104 Goshawk Rd
Colorado Springs, CO 80908
 
Contact: (303) 590-8939, info@blackforestmeadows.com
 
Alcohol: Bring-your-own
 
The Barn at Howard Creek Farm | Howard, CO
356 County Road 4
Howard, CO 81233
 
Contact: aly@howardcreekfarm.com, (720) 937-1475
 
Alcohol: Bring-your-own *Alcohol must be served by a TIPS-certified bartender
 
Cedar Ridge Ranch | Carbondale, CO
3059 Co Road 103
Carbondale, CO 81623
 
Contact: Info@CedarRidgeRanch.com, (970) 963-3507
 
Alcohol: Bring-your-own
 
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​Hatchet Ranch | Pueblo, CO
7600 Hatchet Ranch Road
Pueblo, Colorado 81004
 
Contact: (719) 501-3396 or Contact Form
 
Alcohol: Bring-your-own *A licensed bartender is preferred
 
I Bar Ranch | Gunnison, CO
850 County Road 49
Gunnison, CO 81230
 
Contact: (970) 209-9796, Contact Form
 
Alcohol: In-house or bring-your-own
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LePlatt’s Pond | Bayfield, CO
311 County Road 501
Bayfield, CO 81122
 
Contact: (970) 759-0748 or Contact Form
 
Alcohol: Bring-your-own *Event liability insurance is required for all events.
 
The Black Diamond Lodge | Durango, CO
48475 US Highway 550
Durango, CO 81301
 
Contact: (281) 751-3147, hello@theblackdiamondlodge.com
 
Alcohol: In-house or bring-your-own
 
 
Let the My Big Day team plan your big day and our TIPS-certified bartenders service your wedding at one of these Colorado venues! We are booking now for 2022 and 2023, so contact us to reserve your date.
 
For more Colorado wedding planning tips and ideas, follow My Big Day on Facebook and Instagram. Check out our Pinterest boards for wedding planning advice, wedding decor ideas, wedding themes, and more!

 
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Holiday Proposal Inspiration

12/12/2021

 
​By Carrie Stadtmueller, Content Conductor
 
We are smack dab in the middle of prime Engagement Season, and Christmas is the crowning jewel - no pun intended, of dates when smitten gentlemen like to pop the question. And it’s no big surprise why – twinkly lights, decorated trees, winter wonderlands – the setting and decor is pretty much-taken care of for you. It’s practically a Hallmark Movie waiting to happen! The holidays are already a romantic time of year, it’s no wonder, many couples capitalize on the romance of it all!
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If you are looking into popping the question this holiday season, there are some things you may want to consider before you get down on one knee:
 
Think about what your partner likes
Is your partner a private person? If so, a proposal in front of your entire family over Christmas dinner might not be the best option – even if you both absolutely love each other’s families. If they are a more private person, perhaps a quiet walk on a snowy path in the woods? Or a horse-drawn carriage in on a crisp winter’s night under twinkle lights downtown? There are still ways to involve your families and friends after she has said yes — which leads us into the next consideration…..
 
Check with your partner’s friends and family
Are you thinking about asking your significant other to marry you during gift opening or some other party or event? You may want to let someone else know so that it isn’t a complete surprise to EVERYONE else there. They are all going to want to be a part of the big event. You’d hate to have someone miss out, and they can all serve as extra help!
 
Weather
If you’re planning an outdoor proposal, you will want to keep the weather in mind. If you live in Colorado - this is just a given - you always want to have a backup plan. We think a snowy proposal could actually be very romantic – however, a blizzard, not so much!
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​Plan ahead
Don’t assume that you’ll be able to walk into your favorite restaurant or bar for drinks. We are still living in a pandemic. Some establishments are still operating under limited capacity. So please – plan ahead! Don’t wait until the last minute to call for reservations! This time of year is always busier and typically gets booked months in advance.

You may also need to enlist other vendors to help you pull off your perfect proposal – florists, event rentals, musicians – whomever you may choose to help with your Big Day – this is a very busy time of year for event professionals. PLAN, PLAN, PLAN. Don’t have your dream of a holiday proposal thwarted by poor planning.
 
Creative Proposal Ideas
My Big Day has curated an entire Pinterest Board full of creative Holiday Proposals. Follow this Board of ideas to inspire your big ask:
https://www.pinterest.com/MyBigDayEvents/the-perfect-proposal/

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