Ring exchange in Colorado winter wedding

Why get married in the winter in Colorado?

It’s WINTER WONDERLAND! Need I say more!?!?!

If you love the snow then why not get married in it? It automatically makes everything magical and you deserve a magical day.

If you….

Like to ski together…

Don’t mind the cold…

Love snow-capped mountains…

Dreamy locations ALL TO YOURSELF…

Then…

Getting married in Colorado might be just perfect for you and your partner.

Bride and Groom walking in the snowy Colorado ski resort in Ski Boots

Colorado Skiing Winter Wedding Venues

Want to ski on your wedding day? OR Want to ski during your wedding week? Then check out these amazing Colorado winter wedding venues. Some venues you can actually ski up to your party! Other venues are in an adorable ski town with easy access to the slopes.

Getting married in the winter can open the doors to lots of different venue options in less time. Booking your dream wedding location can sometimes be difficult cause it’s booked out over a year in advance. In wintertime, you may have way more options for your date! Yet, another plus for winter weddings!

Winter Wedding Venues Close to Ski Resorts

Choosing a wedding or elopement venue that's close to ski resorts in the winter is perfect for the snowy mountain vibe but don’t necessarily want to ski on your wedding day. You may want to ski that week but not on the day so having the Colorado Ski Resorts close by is perfect for you two.

Sapphire Point - Lake Dillon - Ski at Arapahoe Basin, Keystone, Breckenridge, Copper
- There are beautiful views from the point overlooking the lake. It’s accessible in the winter by a little trail to the overlook. It’s a perfect spot for an intimate wedding ceremony with gorgeous views. There’s no place on-site for a reception but you have tons of restaurants and breweries close by that would be lovely to have a low-key reception at! Make sure to book this one early, it’s a popular spot for a reason! Here’s more information on Sapphire Point here.
The Lodge at Breckenridge - Breckenridge, Colorado - Ski at Breckenridge
- The deck has some of the very best views in Breckenridge in the wintertime for your intimate ceremony and reception. It’s so perfect for a small elopement with guests that need to stay warm and is accessible to crutches and wheelchairs. It’s also a perfect venue to dance the night away!! Learn more about the Lodge at Breckenridge here.
Breckenridge Stables - Sleigh Rides - Breckenridge, Colorado - Ski at Breckenridge
- You could even go on a sleigh ride for your winter wedding! Perfect for an intimate group of adventurous guests! It’s so beautiful under the stars in the snow!! They even have a sleigh ride to dinner, that would be so fun! Check out more information about the sleigh rides here.
Devil’s Thumb Ranch - Tabernash, Colorado - Sk at Winter Park
- There’s a few options at Devil’s Thumb Ranch for you winter wedding ceremony, all of them have gorgeous views and are super magical in the snow! The restaurant is so delicious that you will want to eat there and warm up at the fire after you say “I Do!” You can even stay here all weekend and enjoy the cabins or hotel. There’s no downhill skiing at Devil’s Thumb that’s why it’s under, Close to Ski Resorts, but it does have cross country ski tracks here that are really fun! Check out more about Devil’s Thumb Ranch here.

Ultimate List of Winter Wedding Venues at the Colorado Ski Resorts

Are you dreaming of skiing on your wedding day, then a venue in the Colorado Ski Resort might be just perfect for you! Not all the wedding venues are available in the wintertime so I’ve narrowed down which ones you can use in the wintertime. If you’re looking for more mountain stats and eloping while skiing check out this journal post! These are all the resort-owned wedding and reception venues at Colorado Ski Resorts available December-March.

Gorrono Ranch - Telluride Ski Resort
San Sophia Overlook - Telluride Ski Resort
Alpino Vino - Telluride Ski Resort
Allred’s - Telluride Ski Resort
Mt. Wilson Terrace at The Peaks Resort - Telluride Ski Resort

Copper Mountain Chapel - Copper Mountain Ski Resort
Koko’s Hut - Copper Mountain Ski Resort
Mezzanine at Copper Station - Copper Mountain Ski Resort
Grand Hall - Copper Mountain Ski Resort
JJ’s Rocky Mountain Tavern - Copper Mountain Ski Resort
CB Grill - Copper Mountain Ski Resort
Hasty’s - Copper Mountain Ski Resort

Keystone Ranch - Keystone Ski Resort
Ski Tip Lodge - Keystone Ski Resort

Mountain Thunder Lodge - Breckenridge Ski Resort

Sunspot Mountaintop Lodge - Winter Park Resort

The Little Nell - Aspen Mountain Ski Resort
Cliffhouse - Buttermilk Ski Resort
Buttermilk Mountain Lodge - Buttermilk Ski Resort
Lynn Britt Cabin - Aspen Snowmass Ski Resort
Elk Camp - Aspen Snowmass Ski Resort
Cloud Nine Alpine Bistro - Aspen Highlands Ski Resort

Allie’s Cabin - Beaver Creek Ski Resort
Trapper’s Cabin - Beaver Creek Ski Resort
Zach’s Cabin - Beaver Creek Ski Resort
The Ospry - Beaver Creek Ski Resort

The Grand Pavillion - Steamboat Ski Resort
Timber & Torch - Steamboat Ski Resort
Champagne Powder Room - Steamboat Ski Resort
Hazie’s - Steamboat Ski Resort
Mountain View Foyer - Steamboat Ski Resort
Haymaker Clubhouse - Steamboat Ski Resort
Korbel Grand Ballroom - Steamboat Ski Resort

Mountaineer Square Ballroom - Crested Butte Ski Resort
Uley’s Cabin - Crested Butte Ski Resort

Tips for Getting Married in the Snow

When you get married in winter wonderland you are surrounded by magical snow! The worst thing is if you get cold. So most of the tips are aimed towards keeping you and your partner warm and cozy!

Wear Leggings
- Nude leggings are perfect for wearing under your dress to keep you warm in the mountains.
Have Hand Warmers
- Hand warmers are perfect for warming up in between activities or to keep in your gloves to stay nice and cozy.
Gloves
- Best thing to do to stay warm is to keep your hands warm. They are the hardest thing to warm up after it’s super cold is hands so it’s best to never get them cold!
Drink Something Hot
- You can bring some hot coco in a thermos or use a camping stove to make it! It could be a perfect activity! Don’t forget the marshmallows!
Cover your head or Ears
- Most of your heat escapes through your head so you can wear a beanie or ear muffs if you don’t want to mess up your hair.
Bring Chocolate
- A little bit of chocolate can warm you and give you energy!
Stay Hydrated
- Always, it’s like the most important thing in the mountains all the time!
Little Sip of Whiskey
- A little warming up from the inside out!
Hangout Near a FirePit
- This is the best place to get snuggly!
Have Blankets for you and Guests
- If you want to make sure you have an extra layer, blankets are cute and functionable and one size fits all!
Don’t Overdress
- Sweating in the winter can make you super cold the second you stop so don’t overdress or do it so you start to sweat!
Get Married Early
- The sun sets around four-thirty in the winter so make sure to get married earlier than you might in the summer to take advantage of the warm sun.

If you and your partner want to ski to your reception, you can in Colorado! If you want to get married in winter wonderland, totally doable! If you want to ski all week but not on your wedding day, that’s awesome! Wintertime is the perfect time to get married if you love the snow and skiing!

I would love to capture your skiing winter wedding!

I love winter wonderland wedding days! They are so beautiful and fun! I’m super comfortable on a chairlift and would be happy to go skiing with you guys on the slopes on your wedding day! Let’s all enjoy the snow and have a blast getting you guys married in it!