Boulder is one of Colorado's most beautiful cities, located at the foothills of the majestic Rocky Mountains near the stunning Flatirons rock crag formations. Couples looking to tie the knot in the region have their choice of one-of-a-kind historic venues. Four-star resorts offer luxurious indoor and outdoor ceremony spaces and complimentary overnight stays in honeymoon suites, while unique dining destinations such as the Gold Hill Inn feature fully-catered menus of award-winning cuisine. Couples can also enjoy farm-to-table catering and rustic accommodations at several area urban farms set amidst picturesque landscapes.
Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art
Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art is an historic landmark art museum located within the heart of downtown Boulder, located just blocks from the city's beautiful Central Park and the lively Pearl Street shopping and dining district. The museum, which was founded in 1972, showcases world-class exhibitions throughout the year, which make a perfect backdrop for couples looking for a unique wedding ceremony or reception space. A dedicated event space can also be transformed to meet couples' individual event needs. Catering is provided by Three Leaf Concepts, the force behind popular area restaurants such as Leaf Vegetarian Restaurant, Naropa Cafe, Zucca, and the Huckleberry.
Address: Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art, 1750 13th St, Boulder, CO 80302, Phone: 303-443-2122
Hotel Boulderado
Hotel Boulderado is one of Boulder's most iconic historic landmarks, originally constructed in 1909 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The beautiful downtown hotel, which is conveniently located within walking distance of attractions such as the Pearl Street Mall, was designed by architects William Redding and Son and features splendid Italian Renaissance and Spanish Revival-style architectural elements throughout its five stories of rooms and event space. Couples can exchange vows on the hotel's grand staircase or choose from a variety of more traditional indoor and outdoor event spaces, including a ballroom and a covered porch room. All-inclusive event packages include audiovisual services and catering from the hotel's full-service culinary staff, which serves up hors d'oeuvres, family-style entrees, and cocktail reception and cake service.
Address: Hotel Boulderado, 2115 13th St, Boulder, CO 80302, Phone: 303-442-4344
Boulder Country Club
Boulder Country Club is one of the city's most historic event venues, originally developed in 1922 at Sale Farm at the area currently known as Palo Park. The stunning venue offers incredible mountain views and first-class dining and event spaces, serving as a cornerstone for the community's Gunbarrel district. As one of the city's most exclusive event venues, the venue prides itself in a one-wedding-per-day policy, ensuring that couples take center stage for their special day and do not have to share event spaces with any other groups. Four levels of inclusive event packages are available to accommodate all couples' needs and budgets, featuring individualized table service and unparalleled attention to detail. Staff are onsite at all times throughout the day to assist with all aspects of event service, ensuring memorable, smooth ceremony and reception operations.
Address: Boulder Country Club, 7350 Clubhouse Rd, Boulder, CO 80301, Phone: 303-530-4600
The Boulder Dushanbe Tea House
The Boulder Dushanbe Tea House was granted as a gift to the city of Boulder from Mayor Maksud Ikramov and the city of Dushanbe, Tajikistan. The teahouse was constructed by 40 Tajikistan artisans and opened to the public in 1998, featuring spectacular Persian design elements such as a fountain featuring seven bronze statues based on the 12th-century poem The Seven Beauties. As one of Boulder's most popular tourist attractions, the venue is open to the public for tours and tea service or can be rented for private special events, including weddings and receptions. Couples can have their ceremonies outdoors in the tea house's lush gardens or enjoy evening cocktail receptions on its beautiful patio.
Address: The Boulder Dushanbe Tea House, 1770 13th St, Boulder, CO 80302, Phone: 303-442-4993
The Colorado Chautauqua
The Colorado Chautauqua is one of Colorado's most beautiful public event venues, originally founded in 1898 and designated as a National Historic Landmark in 2006. During the heyday of its operation as a venue for the Chautauqua Movement, the dining hall and venue drew lectures from international luminaries such as Al Gore, Hunter S. Thompson, and Jesse Jackson. Up to 180 guests can be accommodated at the venue for private special events, including wedding ceremonies and receptions. Indoor and outdoor spaces are available, including a full dining hall and landscaped outdoor park grounds. The venue makes a perfect choice for couples looking for unique historic spaces for their wedding, sure to make every couple's special day unforgettable.
Address: The Colorado Chautauqua, Baseline Rd & 9th St, Boulder, CO 80302, Phone: 303-442-3282
Colorado Mountain Ranch
Colorado Mountain Ranch is an independently-operated, family-owned ranch that has been voted as one of Boulder's best venues, known for its excellent summer day camp programming and corporate retreat opportunities. The venue, which stands more than 8,500 feet above the historic mining town of Gold Hill, showcases majestic views of the surrounding Boulder and Denver skylines and the beautiful mountain vistas of the Rockies' Front Range. 160 acres of wildflower meadows, pine forests, and aspen groves dot the ranch's landscape, which is anchored by a turn-of-the-century rustic Ponderosa lodge. Up to 150 guests can be accommodated at the ranch's event paces, which showcase hardwood floors, cozy fireplaces, and stunning vista views. All-inclusive wedding services are offered to coordinate all aspects of ceremonies and receptions, with catering service available from preferred caterers and area restaurants.
Address: Colorado Mountain Ranch, 10063 Gold Hill Rd, Boulder, CO 80302, Phone: 303-442-4557
Gold Hill Inn
Gold Hill Inn is one of Boulder's most popular family-owned restaurants, originally opened by married duo Frank and Barbara Finn in 1962. The restaurant, which is located 10 miles outside of the city's downtown district underneath the vistas of the Continental Divide, is now operated by the couple's sons and is known for its signature six-course meals, showcasing elegant American-style fare such as roast lamb leg with rosemary sauce, steak tournedos, and Aztec-style rabbit mole. Wedding ceremonies, receptions, and rehearsal dinners are popular at the restaurant, with a limited number of bookings offered each season to ensure personalized attention. Full reception dinners can host up to 150 guests, featuring an excellent wine list and full bar to complement gourmet entree and appetizer offerings. After the wedding, couples can stay in luxury at the restaurant's full lodge, which features nine private rooms.
Address: Gold Hill Inn, 401 Main St, Boulder, CO 80302, Phone: 303-443-6461
The Greenbriar Inn
The Greenbriar Inn is one of Boulder's most beloved historic restaurants and event venues, opened in 1967 and known for its high-quality American cuisine options. The restaurant has been the recipient of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for more than two decades, showcasing a fantastic wine cellar of more than 900 carefully-selected international wine varietals. Up to 300 guests can be accommodated for ceremonies, receptions, and rehearsal dinners at the venue's private event spaces, including its spacious main dining room, gorgeous intimate sunroom, and upstairs dining room and private bar. Outside, a manicured lawn makes for a great space for outdoor ceremonies, while a fountain patio provides space for intimate cocktail receptions.
Address: The Greenbriar Inn, 8735 N Foothills Hwy, Boulder, CO 80302, Phone: 303-440-7979
Omni Interlocken Resort and Spa
Omni Interlocken Resort and Spa is a lovely venue in Broomfield, known for its stunning mountain views, luxurious spa, and world-class golf resort. The delightful Denver-area resort is surrounded by views of the Rocky Mountains and offers five event spaces, including outdoor and indoor spaces for ceremonies, receptions, and rehearsal dinners. Two elegant ballrooms are available for weddings of all sizes, along with outdoor ceremony pavilions and banquet hall space at the gourmet Meritage Restaurant. Couples can enjoy services such as personalized cake creation, in-house bar and catering services, and full event setup and cleanup. After the ceremony, couples can stay at one of the resort's 390 deluxe guest rooms or suites, which showcase sleigh beds, private mountain-view balconies, and spacious living and dining areas.
Address: Omni Interlocken Resort and Spa, 500 Interlocken Blvd, Broomfield, CO 80021, Phone: 303-438-6600
Rembrandt Yard Art Gallery and Event Center
Rembrandt Yard Art Gallery and Event Center was established in 2004 and has become one of Boulder's premiere wedding venues, showcasing more than 6,500 square feet of beautiful event and gallery space. The wedding venue is a great choice for art aficionado couples, showcasing works by national and international artists throughout its ceremony and reception spaces. Up to 175 guests can be accommodated in spaces showcasing ample natural lighting and stunning views of the surrounding natural mountain vistas. Setup and cleanup services are offered for all rentals, along with private bridal suite space and the ability to purchase any artwork showcased at the venue on the day of the wedding for a unique take-home memory.
Address: Rembrandt Yard Art Gallery and Event Center, 1301 Spruce St, Boulder, CO 80302, Phone: 303-301-2972
Renaissance Boulder FlatIron Hotel
Renaissance Boulder FlatIron Hotel is a gorgeous upscale boutique hotel in Broomfield, conveniently located near the cities of Denver and Boulder. The beautiful stone-walled hotel offers 6,3000 square foot of event rental space, including spaces perfect for wedding ceremonies and receptions. Up to 180 guests can be accommodated within the hotel's lovely Chautauqua Room or intimate private dining room space. Outside, a spacious patio makes for a great space for cocktail receptions, featuring cozy fire pits creating rustic ambiance. Modern services include LED uplighting, in-house bar and catering services with tasting menus, and advanced audiovisual services. All couples receive a complimentary night's stay at the hotel following ceremonies within one of the hotel's luxurious suites, which showcase walk-in showers and mountain views.
Address: Renaissance Boulder FlatIron Hotel, 500 Flatiron Blvd, Broomfield, CO 80021, Phone: 303-464-8400
St. Julien Hotel and Spa
St. Julien Hotel and Spa is an award-winning hotel and spa in downtown Boulder, known for its renowned four-star, four-diamond service and hospitality. The hotel, which is located within walking distance of the Pearl Street Mall, offers more than 16,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor ceremony and reception space, featuring stunning Rocky Mountain and Flatiron views. Elegant indoor spaces include the Xanadu Ballroom, which can be broken down into smaller spaces for more intimate ceremonies. Outside, the Redgarden Court and Lawn provide picturesque settings for vows, with terrace areas available for intimate cocktail receptions. After the ceremony, couples can stay at their choice of the hotel's 201 luxurious guest rooms and suites, which offer four-poster beds, walk-in showers, and mountain view balconies.
Address: St. Julien Hotel and Spa, 900 Walnut St, Boulder, CO 80302, Phone: 720-406-9696
The Riverside
The Riverside is one of Boulder's most beloved historic event venues, originally constructed in 1914 and serving as a candy shop, restaurant, and photo studio at points throughout the 20th century. Today, the venue is known as one of the region's premiere wedding event venues, showcasing historic spaces for ceremonies and receptions for up to 250 event guests. Several rooms within the venue's interior can be transformed to meet couples' individualized needs, featuring gorgeous exposed walls and rustic design elements. Outside, a scenic patio makes a great spot for vows and receptions alike, offering stunning mountain views near Boulder Creek. Complete event services include altar and arch rentals, day-of coordination services, photobooths, and a list of preferred caterers and vendors.
Address: The Riverside, 1724 Broadway, Boulder, CO 80302, Phone: 720-443-2322
The Studio
The Studio (Boulder) is a hip event venue and artist and maker space, opened to the public in 2014 as one of Boulder's most dynamic professional community spaces. The 2,900-square-foot venue can accommodate guest lists of up to 350 for ceremonies and receptions, showcasing unique industrial-chic decor and versatile spaces such as a remodeled Airstream trailer that serves as a media area for slideshows and soundtracked cocktail lounge space. An outdoor patio offers bistro-style seating, with a glass garage door entrance making a perfect spot for food trucks, grills, or other catering services onsite. All spaces are ADA accessible and can be laid out for large or small event groups, customized to couples' individual needs.
Address: The Studio, 3550 Frontier Ave Suite A2, Boulder, CO 80301, Phone: 720-378-8015
Twisted Pines Brewing Company
Twisted Pines Brewing Company was founded in 1995 by Colorado-area brewing expert Gordon Knight, known for its delightful 100% natural unpasteurized malt ales, which are crafted in small batches to ensure the highest possible beverage quality. The company's ale house is a popular community gathering spot and special event venue, serving up delicious cuisine offerings alongside draft beers since 2010. 1,500 square feet of special event space is offered at the ale house, which features industrial-chic decor and makes a great space for receptions and rehearsal dinners. Space is offered for up to 60 seated or 80 standing guests, with full wait staff service, live music options, and yard games available for all special event rentals. Couples can choose from selections on the restaurant's beer-infused menu, including some of the Boulder area's best gastropub pizza offerings.
Address: Twisted Pines Brewing Company, 3201 Walnut St Ste A, Boulder, CO 80301, Phone: 303-786-9270
