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Durango Weddings: A Guide To Your Dream Wedding Day

There's no better place to get married than southwest Colorado.

Ready to tie the knot? There's a lot of details to take care of when planning a wedding. We'll make a big decision easy for you: Choose Durango as your wedding location! Durango weddings are perfect for destination weddings because our small mountain town truly has something for everyone. Whether you're looking for a small winter elopement with just you and your sweetheart or a large summery celebration with 200 of your closest friends and family, there's a venue for you.

The Ultimate Backdrop

The San Juan Mountains are visible almost everywhere you look in southwest Colorado, making Durango the perfect wedding spot. Picture yourself stepping into the gardens during summertime at Blue Lake Ranch, saying your vows privately in a romantic elopement with the La Plata Mountains in the distance.

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Durango Catering

After you've been introduced as husband and wife at your reception and made your grand entrance together, you might realize that you're starving! What's on your plate? When you get married in Durango, you can choose from some of the best catering options around - from simple and less formal to completely extravagant.

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Places To Get Married In Durango

Doubletree Hotel On The River

Doubletree Hotel On The River

501 Camino Del Rio, Durango, CO 81301

Doubletree Hotel Durango, nestled in the mountains of Durango Colorado, is picture perfect in every way. You can find this casually elegant hotel on the banks of the Animas River. Outdoor adventure is 10 miles away in the San Juan National ... [Business Info]

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The General Palmer Hotel

The General Palmer Hotel

567 Main Avenue, Durango, CO 81301

We invite you to be our guest at the General Palmer Hotel, one of Durango's major Victorian landmarks. Built in 1898 in the historic district of Durango, Colorado, the General Palmer Hotel has all the comforts of modern living in an elegant... [Business Info]

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Colorado Trails Ranch

Colorado Trails Ranch

12161 County Road 240, Durango, CO 81301

A guest ranch nestled in mountains of Durango, Colorado. For the past 60 years, Colorado Trails Ranch has provided an exceptional horse program, fly-fishing expeditions, chef prepared local cuisine & all-inclusive dude ranch vacations. O... [Business Info]

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The Strater Hotel

The Strater Hotel

699 Main Ave, Durango, CO 81301

Built in 1887, the historic Strater Hotel in Durango is one of the West’s iconic hotels and a prominent downtown Durango, Colorado landmark located two blocks north of the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and one hour from Mesa V... [Business Info]

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O-Bar-O Cabins

O-Bar-O Cabins

11998 County Road 240, Durango, CO 81301

Escape to your Durango, Colorado cabin along the banks of the Florida River. O-Bar-O features 10 private cabins perfectly decorated and appointed to make your Colorado Cabin vacation a memorable experience. Attention to detail is an O-Bar-O... [Business Info]

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Black Diamond Lodge

Black Diamond Lodge

48475 US 550, Durango, CO 81301

Looking for a destination wedding in the heart of the Rocky Mountains? You’ve found the place! The Black Diamond Lodge offers on site catering options, on-site lodging, and full service coordination for the couples looking for an all-incl... [Business Info]

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Blue Lake Ranch

Blue Lake Ranch

16919 Hwy 140, Hesperus, CO 81326

Blue Lake Ranch is a secluded getaway with romantic as well as family style vacation rentals near Durango, Colorado that sits on 200 secluded acres. Our unique accommodations offer breathtaking views of the La Plata Mountains, meandering me... [Business Info]

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Unique Places To Tie The Knot

Dreaming of saying "I Do" in a completely unique location? Consider a wedding at Colorado Trails Ranch or even Mesa Verde National Park. When you book a wedding at the Ranch, you will ride to your ceremony on a horse drawn wagon or antique truck, have access to the beautiful lodge for your reception and have a choice of ceremony locations.

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Historic, Elegant Reception Spaces

You've said "I Do" and now it's time to let loose and celebrate! Historic Downtown Durango has several elegant, historic spots to kick off your new marriage in style. Gather all of your friends and family for a reception at the Historic Strater Hotel. The beautiful red bricking makes for a perfect photo spot and inside, handcrafted woodwork, period wallpaper and Victorian decor will make your reception exceptionally unique.

Unforgettable Durango Weddings

While you think out the details of your destination wedding, you may be wondering what else your guests will be able to do in town. There are no limits to the fun that can be had in Durango by both the you and your guests. If your family and friends are traveling in, make sure they read up on all of the fun things to do in the area, including all of the exciting outdoor activities.

Durango weddings do not disappoint. When the vows are recited, the cake is cut and the sparklers have faded out, you and your guests will be left with incredible memories. You'll never forget the details and how you felt in this moment. The celebrations you can have in our small mountain town are truly one of a kind. We can't wait to welcome you for your special day!

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