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Congratulations! You are engaged and all of a sudden you are taking on the exciting (and sometimes daunting) task of finding the perfect venue for your big day. Lucky for you, Colorado is full of gorgeous wedding venues fit for every type of couple. Follow along with our blog series, as we explore and feature some of our absolute favorite Colorado wedding venues from the stunning Front Range all the way to the heart of the Rocky Mountains. In case you missed it, we kicked off this year’s series last week with our incredible Bucket List Venues, be sure to go check that out too!

We have been so fortunate to plan some amazing weddings at these venues and are so excited to share some of our favorites with you! Enjoy!

NORTH: BOULDER / LYONS / LONGMONT

The St Julien Hotel & Spa (900 Walnut Street, Boulder, CO)
Why We Love the St. Julien: In the heart of downtown Boulder, this classic hotel offers stunning views, luxury accommodations, and amazing options for dining…oh and did we mention the fabulous spa? We have absolutely LOVED working at the St. Julien over the years and our couples that chose the St. Julien always find ways to make their celebrations unique and special. Check out some of our favorite weddings we have done at the St. Julien here and here!

Calluna Event’s Real Wedding | Rachel + Thomas| Photography by June Cochran

Calluna Event’s Real Wedding | Rachel + Thomas| Photography by June Cochran

Flagstaff House (1138 Flagstaff Road, Boulder, CO)
Why We Love Flagstaff House: The views, the privacy, and the food are all reasons we absolutely adore the Flagstaff House as a wedding venue. “Your special event should be more than just special — it should be perfect, yet personal, and utterly unforgettable. Let Flagstaff House create your private event in a gorgeous setting, with excellent service, and outstanding cuisine. We are just five minutes from Boulder, offer a variety of rooms and terraces accommodating 12-200.” Be sure to check out Landon + Jame’s wedding we had at Flagstaff House, it was a beaut!

Boulder Flower Farm (4114 Oxford Rd, Longmont, CO)
Why We Love Boulder Flower Farm: This 10 acre flower farm just ten minutes from Boulder is a gem! “Serene with beautiful trees, manicured lawns, gorgeous flower farm, and lovely accommodations if guests would like to stay on property, it’s everything you can dream of for your celebration.” We loved planning two weddings at Boulder Flower Farm last year celebrating Cate + Kyle and Ela + John!

Calluna Event’s Real Wedding | Cate + Kyle | Photography by Caroline Ro

Calluna Event’s Real Wedding | Ela + John | Photography by Meredith Diamond

Calluna Event’s Real Wedding | Ela + John | Photography by Meredith Diamond

Greystone Castle (5331 Flagstaff Rd, Boulder, CO)
Why We Love Greystone Castle: We are beyond excited to have two weddings coming up at Greystone Castle! “Stunningly nestled behind the Boulder Flatirons, celebrate your big day in a pristine mountain meadow surrounded by pine trees, tall flowing grass and fresh air.”

Frasca Food & Wine (1738 Pearl St. Boulder, CO)
Why We Love Frasca: Frasca is the best of the best. Named 5280 ’25 Best Restaurants in Denver for 2019′, “Frasca is the creation of Master Sommelier Bobby Stuckey and Chef Lachlan Mackinnon-Patterson. Their shared passion for Friulano cuisine and fine wine is reflected in the exquisitely prepared fare and a comprehensive wine list boasting over 200 varieties.”

The Kitchen (Locations in Boulder + Denver)
Why We Love The Kitchen: A long time favorite of the Calluna Team, The Kitchen is the perfect spot for an intimate wedding. Delicious food and fabulous design makes this venue one of our favorites for a restaurant wedding! Lauren + Jeremy had the best venue combo for their wedding day, saying yes to their forever at St. Julien and dining at The Kitchen for their reception!

Corrida (1023 Walnut Street #400, Boulder, CO)
Why We Love Corrida: Winner of 5280 ’25 Best Restaurants in Denver for 2019′, Corrida offers esthetically pleasing spaces with a phenomenal menu. From intimate get togethers to a 200+ rooftop patio wedding overlooking a view of the flatirons, Corrida is the perfect, picturesque spot for your event.

Calluna Event’s Real Wedding | Ali + Dan | Photography by Megan Wynn

Calluna Event’s Real Wedding | Ali + Dan | Photography by Megan Wynn

Planet Bluegrass (500 W. Main St, Lyons, CO)
Why We Love Planet Bluegrass: This venue is truly a dream come true for our nature-loving couples! Last year we celebrated Taylor + Christian as they said I do underneath the lush cottonwoods surrounded by redstone cliffs with the gentle acoustics of the St. Vrain River bringing all the beauty of nature to their lovely celebration!

Calluna Event’s Real Wedding | Taylor + Christian | Photography by Kimberly Mitiska

River Bend (501 W. Main St, Lyons, CO)
Why We Love River Bend: You simply cannot go wrong with a naturally gorgeous venue like River Bend, and we are totally big fans. “River Bend is a large property right on the banks of the St. Vrain River under 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.” Check out some of our favorite weddings we have done at River bend here and here!

The St. Vrain (635 3rd Ave, Longmont, CO)
Why We Love The St. Vrain: This venue is trendy with industrial charm, brick walls, and wooden ceiling trusses that is perfect for any couple looking to make the space their own. This venue is gorgeous for every season too! Check out some of our favorites at The St. Vrain – Alana + Ian’s gorgeous fall wedding and Sophia + Jonathan’s wedding!

Calluna Event’s Real Wedding | Bailey + Matthew | Photography by Grace Gatto

Calluna Event’s Real Wedding | Alana + Ian | Photography by Cassie Rosch

DENVER METRO

The Four Seasons Hotel- Denver (1111 14th Street, Denver, CO)
Why We Love The Four Seasons-Denver: The Four Seasons Hotel-Denver is the definition of luxury. This stunning hotel in downtown Denver is just minutes from fantastic boutiques, trendy bars, and delicious restaurants. The hotel has several options for weddings and events that will not disappoint with their five star service on your big day! For one of our favorite weddings at The Four Seasons-Denver click here!

The Hotel Born (1600 Wewatta St, Denver, CO)
Why We Love The Hotel Born: This hotel is the epitome of chic and we just adore everything about it. From the unique design to the ideal location just steps from Union Station, we know The Hotel Born would be the perfect venue for a city wedding.

Calluna Event’s Styled Shoot | Hotel Born | Photography by Rachel Gomez

Calluna Event’s Styled Shoot | Hotel Born | Photography by Rachel Gomez

Tavernetta (1889 Sixteenth St, Denver, CO)
Why We Love Tavernetta: From the same creators of Frasca Food + Wine, this restaurant is truly a special addition to Denver. “Inspired by the food, wine, and culture of Italy, Tavernetta brings la dolce vita style to Denver’s bustling Union Station neighborhood” and is a beautiful setting for an intimate gathering and celebration!

Blanc (3150 Walnut Street, Denver, CO)
Why We Love Blanc: “Blanc is Denver’s eclectic event venue. Located in the heart of Denver just north of the Ballpark neighborhood, the versatile space is perfect for everything from private parties to corporate events and ideal for a wedding reception.”

The Maven (1850 Wazee Street, Denver, CO)
Why We Love The Maven: This venue is truly one of a kind and so unexpected – in the chicest way possible! “We offer the modern, urban Windsor Room – a grand hall capable of splitting into two, more intimate spaces. The Windsor, designed with a built-in stage that opens directly onto our Alley on the Dairy Block, is the ultimate wedding reception location in Denver for bands, DJs, and entertainment.”

SOUTH: LARKSPUR / COLORADO SPRINGS

The Broadmoor Hotel (1 Lake Ave, Colorado Springs, CO)
Why We Love The Broadmoor Hotel: “Weddings at The Broadmoor are truly a signature event. This historic resort features a variety of enchanting venues that can accommodate receptions and ceremonies from 20 to over 1,000 guests, including the availability of the historic Pauline Memorial Chapel immediately adjacent to The Broadmoor.” We had so much fun with Melanie + Mitch and Amanda + Ryley at The Broadmoor, you can check more out here and here!

Sanctuary Golf Course (7549 N Daniels Park Rd, Sedalia, CO)
Why We Love Sanctuary Golf Course: Surrounded by mountain views, this beautiful golf course venue is so warm and inviting with gorgeous fireplaces, custom wood details, and intricate stonework creating a tuscan feel in Colorado where we celebrated Lauren + Darren’s wedding in August last year!

Calluna Event’s Real Wedding | Lauren + Darren | Photography by Callie Hobbs

Calluna Event’s Real Wedding | Lauren + Darren | Photography by Callie Hobbs

Cloud Camp at The Broadmoor (Cheyenne Mountain Hwy, Colorado Springs, CO)
Why We Love Cloud Camp: “The secluded setting and all-inclusive nature of Cloud Camp makes it an ideal choice for groups looking to reconnect among the beauty of Colorado’s lush wilderness. Escape day-to-day routines and define a new vision in a truly inspiring setting where all of your lodging, meals, and activities are included.” We hope to have a Cloud Camp wedding soon, as it is absolutely beautiful!

Spruce Mountain Ranch (14771 S Spruce Mountain Rd, Larkspur, CO)
Why We Love Spruce Mountain Ranch: A perfect blend of timeless romance among the trees, “Spruce Mountain Ranch is a 450 acre premier mountain venue just outside of Denver,” where we planned Molly + Nick’s sweet wedding with their nearest and dearest!

The Manor House (1 Manor House Rd, Littleton, CO)
Why We Love The Manor House: Sitting pretty on the hill with stunning views of Denver, The Manor House is truly magical! You can really create your own dream world for your celebration with the blank canvas that it offers, just as we did for Emily + Ryan’s wedding last year!

Calluna Community | Cocktails with Three Peaks Ranch

Here at Calluna we are always looking for ways to highlight and honor some of the amazing creative partners we get to work with. We feel incredibly fortunate to work with some seriously talented vendors in the industry, and we want to show them off to you in our new Calluna Community Series! We will sit down with some of the fabulous venues and vendors of Colorado and get to know about them, their business and what life is like behind the scenes. Stay tuned for more!

This week for Calluna Community we caught up with Daylene at Three Peaks Ranch! Three Peaks Ranch is a new venue in Westcliffe, Colorado, and is serious mountain magic!

Three Peaks Ranch is a Colorado Wedding Venue in a small old western town called Westcliffe. We have an 85 acre horse ranch with sweeping meadows that rise to the base of three fourteen thousand foot peaks. Our buildings are hand designed by local Denver Architect Karen Sund and the Amish community in Westcliffe has hand built them all. Our lodging is included in your venue rental package and can accommodate 6-8 guests overnight. We have state of the art glamping tents, each with their own bathroom and hot water showers, wood stove, deck and fireplace. There is a gathering space with panorama windows onto the mountains and a stunning indoor outdoor dining pavilion with a fireplace. Our goal is to provide a true Colorado experience that you and your guests will never forget.

Our dream project would be a couple that are seeking to have a weekend retreat experience. We would love to have the guests and family stay from Friday to Sunday and be relaxed and refreshed after their wedding. Having weddings where people want to enjoy the peace and quiet, gaze at the stars, hike and really enjoy the beauty that Westcliffe offers is our dream. We hope to provide 10-20 glamping tents for guests to stay over night and also to add hot water soaking tubs to make their stay even more relaxing.

Our favorite part of any wedding is not only celebrating such a special time but seeing all the creativity that each couple brings and how they use and enjoy our space.

Mornings at the ranch are very quiet, even mornings before the wedding day. We make sure that all of our spaces are clean and beautiful and ready for you to enjoy, and that the ranch is open for vendors and guests to access. We allow access on your wedding at noon so you can relax and enjoy while you get ready for the big day. Personally, my morning routine involves being woken up too early by my two darling daughters, making them breakfast and trying to enjoy my coffee before another hectic day begins!

We have some very creative couples! One of our favorite new trends is the beer burro, we are so excited to see these cute fuzzy creatures at some of our weddings this summer. Another trend we love is the mobile bars in remodeled horse trailers.

Don’t let the fear of failure stop you from trying to do what you really want to do. There is no right way to do things, follow your heart and trust yourself.

I love being outside, recreating. Mountain Biking, Hiking, Snowboarding, Rock climbing, Rafting, Fly Fishing! I rarely get to do those activities these days since we have two small girls but we are really enjoying teaching them to love the outdoors and it is so much fun to share our love of recreating with them.

Probably an Old Fashioned or a Margarita but I’m an equal opportunity drinker 😉

Calluna Community | Cocktails with The Broadmoor

Here at Calluna we are always looking for new ways to highlight and honor some of the amazing creative partners we get to work with. We feel incredibly fortunate to work with some seriously talented vendors in the industry, and we want to show them off to you in our new Calluna Community Series! We will sit down with some of the fabulous vendors of Colorado and get to know about them, their business and what life is like behind the scenes. Stay tuned for more!

The Broadmoor is a legendary Forbes Five Star and AAA Five-Diamond resort with impeccable service and distinctive amenities with gorgeous mountain views!

Simply put, I create memories! I help families plan some of the most important days of their lives; Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, Graduation Parties, Weddings, Anniversaries, Retirement Parties, and Celebrations of Life. I help coordinate the venue space, food and beverage, set-up, and help manage the day-of flow.

Oh, so many! I love anything out-of-the-box or trying a new idea or venue. We have a great venue, The Broadmoor’s Fly Fishing Camp and I’ve been dying to do a fun high-end camping trip with fishing lessons, personalized rustic details, and ‘stream-to-table’ themed food & beverage program.

In 2017, I had a great wedding at our Seven Falls – it was the first wedding hosted at the newly opened venue. A gorgeous Colorado setting complete with a chic New York couple, a great vendor team, late-night dancing at the base of a waterfall, a wedding party tequila shot before the ceremony and an amazing family-style menu. It was a challenging event but SO rewarding.

On event day, I love to start the morning with a Pure Barre class – taking those 50 minutes for myself really helps me focus the rest of the day on the event and client’s needs. A quick breakfast and I’m out the door. There’s a 99% chance that I’ll stop to get an Iced Dirty Chai from Dutch Brothers on the way into the office (it’s the little things) for an extra kick. And then it’s off to the races!

I love to see how interior design influences events – I will never tire of lounge settings in a reception. Masculine and bold details really help to give the space depth – leather details, matte metals and rich colors really elevate a space. Interactive entertainment add a great element to any event, whether it’s an artist live-painting the ceremony, a cigar-roller at cocktail hour or a chef attended ice cream bar at the reception, I love it all, and so do the guests!

Take note of everything! Great menu items, window displays at stores, travel articles in airline magazines, there is inspiration EVERYWHERE! Also, drink more water!

Figuring out the puzzle. Events at a large resort is like solving a puzzle and I love the challenge. I am also so honored and humbled that amazing couples and families trust me with such important moments. That trust gets me up in the morning, for sure!

Favorite cocktail is a French 75, hands down; I love gin and champagne so when you combine the two, perfection. But I’ve been drinking sparkling hard seltzer a lot lately – it is so refreshing after a few runs on the slopes or in the stands of a hockey game.

Calluna Community | Cocktails with The St. Vrain

Here at Calluna, we are always looking for new ways to highlight and honor some of the amazing creative partners we get to work with. We feel incredibly fortunate to work with some seriously talented vendors in the industry, and we are showing them off to you in our Calluna Community Series! We are sitting down with some of the fabulous vendors of Colorado to get to know about them, their business and what life is like behind the scenes.

This week for Calluna Community, we caught up with Annie and Mark of The St. Vrain!

The St. Vrain is one of Colorado’s newest Urban meets Industrial Event Venues. Between their gorgeous bridal suite, dreamy cocktail hour space, and unique dual purpose ceremony-reception space they are the whole package!

As owners of The St Vrain, we (me and my hubs, Mark) like to think of ourselves as having the pleasure of helping couples have the day they’ve been dreaming of by providing them with a beautiful blank canvas waiting for their personal touch!

Much of our career as entrepreneurs has been centered around design that enhances life! For more than two decades we designed and manufactured home decor that was sold world wide. So when we began a new chapter and found the amazing building that is now The St Vrain we couldn’t resist bringing one of Colorado’s first auto dealerships, circa 1900, back to life to become a beautiful backdrop for one of life’s biggest and most important celebrations!

Most recently, our daughter and son-in-law’s wedding. Yep, admittedly 100% biased! Our daughter is an artist/designer so you can imagine how fun it was to see her creativity expressed at her own wedding! In addition to all of that goodness, it was such a pleasure to be a client at our own venue and of some of our favorite vendor friends! We loved having the experience we hope every couple has at TSV!

Mornings begin generally begin in a sunbeam with coffee beans and a brisk walk with our fur faced child around the park!

I’ll get a little philosophical and say I see HOPE as a trend! When you watch how creatively today’s couples express who they are as a pair, you can’t help but be happy and hopeful! Week after week, we get to witness how families and friends all come together to celebrate two people they love. It really doesn’t get much better than that, does it?

Oh this could be a long letter! It might begin like this, “Dear Sweet Girl, I know you have big things you want to accomplish and big goals for yourself and all that is well and good. But one day, you will wish you took the time to live in more often in moment with all of its everyday ordinary gifts. So whenever you can, enjoy the wonder in eyes of your kids, listen to the rhythmic steam of the coffee pot, never miss a chance to smile at a stranger and by all means, be kind to your beautiful self! As cliche as it sounds, it really is about the journey.”

It’s more about the day than a check list…like wondering what shape the day will take, who I will have the pleasure of meeting and what they might have to teach me. It’s probably an age thing. Life is a lot different in my 50s than it was in my 30s!

Hands down a NEGRONI! Fell in love several years ago while living in Rome for a short stint with my hubs. Is it wrong to say a cocktail was a life altering experience because we’ve never been the same – ha! Cheers!

Calluna Community: Cocktails with the St. Julien Hotel & Spa

Here at Calluna we are always looking for new ways to highlight and honor some of the amazing creative partners we get to work with. We feel incredibly fortunate to work with some seriously talented vendors in the industry, and we are showing them off to you in our Calluna Community Series! We are sitting down with some of the fabulous vendors of Colorado to get to know about them, their business and what life is like behind the scenes.

“I am the Social Catering Manager for St Julien Hotel & Spa in Boulder, Colorado. I’ve been with the property for the past six years and work with our wedding couples from start to finish; this includes initial site tours, the contracting process, negotiating room blocks, conducting menu tastings, planning meetings, final walk throughs and of course, being present on the actual day of the wedding! I also book and service social events and non-profit events for St Julien Hotel & Spa.

Located in the heart of downtown Boulder, the property features more than 16,000 sq. ft. of indoor and outdoor event facilities, with arguably the best view of Boulder’s iconic Flatirons. It’s a great destination for the family and friends of our couples, as guests find themselves just steps from both popular dining and shopping at the outdoor, pedestrian-only Pearl St. Mall, and miles of hiking and biking trails at nearby Boulder Creek and beyond.“

“My dream project is working with a couple or client who is striving to make their wedding day or event authentically and uniquely their own. I love seeing the creative process, from menu planning to incorporating personal or cultural influences. It is amazing to get to know a couple throughout the planning process, which allows us to find ways to incorporate their unique ideas, and then to have the privilege to see it all come to fruition on their big day!”

“Well, that’s a tough one, since there are so many! One of my first weddings meant a lot to me, as it was a semi-traditional Indian wedding, and we worked directly with the bride and her mother on re-creating and perfecting their family recipes. The bride presented me with a gorgeous saree to wear for the wedding day and she even let me keep it! Another favorite was a Calluna Wedding; one of the most beautiful outdoor receptions that I have ever seen was followed by a down pour of rain before entrées were served – eek! All the vendors came together as a “power” team to provide a solution for the couple and it made for such a crazy, but fun, night! Not to mention how sweet and grateful the couple was – that always helps!”

“I typically spend the morning with a cup of cold brew coffee (yes, even in the winter!) and a walk with my French bulldog, Pono. On wedding or event days, I spend the morning at a yoga class or the farmers market. From there, it’s a gorgeous commute from my home in Longmont to Boulder. I love seeing the Flatirons in the distance, and once I get to the St Julien Hotel…boom! Best view in Boulder!”

“Miniature dessert bars! I like that couples are opting away from the large traditional wedding cakes. We have a fabulous pastry chef at St Julien; her creations are unbelievably beautiful and creative, and the alternative setup gives the guests such a variety of tasty options. They can easily grab their beverage of choice and a mini dessert and get back to the dance floor!”

“Be ready to always be learning! In this ever-changing industry, there will always be something new to learn. Always be kind and keep an open mind with any guest, client or vendor you might meet along the way—you never know how it might all connect in the future.”

“My favorite way to start out any wedding work week is with sending a “Happy Wedding Week!” message. I understand that the week is so stressful, as we’re often the couple’s venue, accommodations, caterer and baker, and I hope to alleviate some of the anxiety by communicating with my couples leading up to their big day. The weekend-of is so exciting, seeing the couple be reunited with their family and friends. It’s just a rewarding experience all-around!”

“Craft beer! I love a piney, tropical or west coast style IPA. Colorado does not have a shortage of microbreweries, so there is always a new brew to try or brewery patio to visit with my hubby and pup!”

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