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All-Inclusive Colorado Elopement Packages

Packages Include Planning, Officiant, Photography, Ceremony Site, and More!

Hey! My name is Iver Marjerison, and I’m the founder of Colorado MicroWeddings, the highest rated elopement and small wedding planning company in the state. We offer all-inclusive elopement packages that handle the vendors, the venue, and the planning. We also provide assistance with all the technical stuff like permits and the marriage license, and provide guides to help find the best lodging, dining, and adventures for your trip! Long story short: I put together all the pieces, so you can just show up and have fun!

Also, don’t worry, this is NOT some big faceless company, random online directory, or national wedding-machine. I’ve personally spent the past seven years finding the best small wedding venues in Colorado, and handpicking my team of the top vendors. I’m passionate about small weddings, and am committed to helping my couples create beautiful days that are both stress-free and affordable!

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Elopement Packages Starting at $1,300

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What is an Elopement?

An “Elopement” is simply a small wedding (generally with less than 30 guests). There are no set rules as to what separates it from a “micro-wedding” or a traditional wedding. Do whatever you want, invite whoever you want, and call it whatever you want!

An “elopement” in the past referred to the whimsical nature of the wedding itself, often times being last minute, or a secret. This is no longer the case! Modern elopements are often times planned in advance, made known to friends and family, and can even incorporate some traditional elements, such as having guests present, or doing a small reception afterwards.

What is a Micro-Wedding?

A micro-wedding generally for groups with 20-60 guests who want to have a bit more of a formal wedding experience, but still want to keep things simple. A small wedding like this generally features the ceremony at a park, garden, deck, or overlook, followed by a “reception” at a local restaurant, or rental home. Again, there are no rules! Your micro-wedding can be as simple or as formal as you want!

How To Elope with Colorado MicroWeddings…

Again, there are no rules! Your day can look like whatever you want, but here is the simple version:

Step 1 - Shoot me a text, and I’ll send you more info: 720-598-2862
Step 2 - We find the perfect ceremony site for your wedding!
Step 3 - I connect you with my team of handpicked wedding professional (photographer, officiant, etc.)
Step 4 - You get the marriage license (I provide a guide on this!)
Step 5 - Show up and get married!
Step 7 - Head to a nice dinner to celebrate!

How Much Does an Elopement Cost in Colorado?

Colorado Micro-Weddings has packages starting at $1,300 that include: photography, officiant, and a beautiful mountaintop! But technically, “Eloping” in Colorado can be as simple as walking into the County Clerk and signing the license ($35). You can also hire on a planning service like us, which There are also photographers who specialize in full-day adventure weddings that can range anywhere from $2,000 to $5,000+ or you can DIY the day by finding your own location and vendors, with prices ranging radically between $1,000 - $10,000+.

beautiful wedding in a greenhouse in colorado

Can Anyone Elope in Colorado?

Every state in America recognizes the marriage licenses of every other state, meaning you don’t have to be a resident of Colorado to get legally married there! There are some restrictions related to recent divorce, blood relatives, and non-citizens, contact a Colorado Clerk and Recorder to get details on the legal requirements.

When is the Best Time to Elope in Colorado?

Generally speaking the best weather in Colorado is Mid-June to Mid-October, with optimal weather for an outdoor wedding falling in September. With that being said, Colorado boasts “300 days of sunshine a year” and is a beautiful destination year around! If you want a winter wedding, expect beautiful winter conditions January - April (I generally steer people around from Mid March as that is when we get hit with the most winter storms).

Where are the Best Places to Elope in Colorado?

With countless parks, mountain trails, gardens, and lakes, Colorado has a massive variety of beautiful elopement locations! Breckenridge, Denver, Estes Park, and Boulder are the most popular towns, here are some of the most popular elopement locations in Colorado:

Maroon Bells Amphitheater
Rocky Mountain Wedding Park
Sunrise Amphitheater
Chautauqua Park
Rocky Mountain National Park
Garden of the Gods
My Spots! - As a micro-wedding planner based in Colorado I have a guide with over 60 different locations that work great for small weddings. Contact me for more info! (click here)

garden of the gods wedding with two beautiful brides

Is Denver is Good Place to Elope?

Denver is a great place to have an elopement! This is the biggest city in Denver, and while it’s called the “Mile High City” keep in mind that it is not quite in the mountains. If you are looking for a mountain style elopement, Denver isn’t the best bet, but if you want more of a city vibe it has some great elopement options like: City Parks, Libraries, Museums, Botanic Gardens, Breweries, and more!

Is Breckenridge a Good Place to Elope?

Breckenridge is located in the heart of the Rocky Mountains and is home to some of the best ski resorts in the world. This makes it a great place for an elopement, or small wedding, with plenty of overlooks, trails, and mountaintops to get great views and epic photos! However, keep in mind that many of the popular locations like “Sapphire Point” book months in advance and can be very crowded with tourists.

Is Colorado Springs a Good Place to Elope?

Similar to Denver, Colorado Springs is not quite “in” the mountains, so it does have more of a city feel. However, on the western edge of the city you do have the famous “Garden of the Gods” with beautiful red rock features and a view of the Rocky Mountains in the background. Garden of the Gods offers nice photo opportunities, but the park has also gotten very crowded with weddings and groups over the years, making privacy a big issue.

Is Estes Park a Good Place to Elope?

Estes Park is home to the world famous Rocky Mountain National Park, and is the most popular destination for small weddings in Colorado. While the park is incredibly beautiful, the popularity makes it both expensive and crowded, plus the park only issues a limited amount of wedding permits each year, making it a difficult place to elope.

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Is Boulder a Good Place to Elope?

Boulder is a beautiful town known for its art, food, and hiking trails. On the Western edge of town is Chautauqua park, with the famous “Lost Gulch Overlook” just up the road. This is an incredibly popular destination for small weddings, and while it offers beautiful views, keep in mind public locations like this can be very crowded with people.

Are Witnesses Required in Colorado?

Nope! Witnesses are not required to sign the marriage license in Colorado. There are two lines though, which can be signed by your witnesses if you’d like, or you can have dog put his paw print! That’s right, dogs are allowed to legally “sign” the marriage license in Colorado.

Is a Wedding Officiant or Judge Required in Colorado?

Nope! Colorado allows couples to legally sign the marriage license on their own, also known as “Self-Solemnize”, meaning the only legal requirement is for the two parties entering into marriage to sign the license —not witnesses or officiant required.

Can You Get Married at a Rental Home in Colorado?

Having a small wedding at a rental home in Colorado can be a simple, affordable, and beautiful option for the wedding and ceremony. However, many rental homes in Colorado have strict rules and regulations on group event policies. Always be sure to contact the host to get approval prior to booking.

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I offer everything-you-need elopement packages for beautiful and affordable small weddings!

—Officiant (starting at $300)
—Photography (starting at $500)
—Videography (starting at $900)
—Flowers (starting at $100)
—Wedding Planner (starting at $500)
…Venue, Dining, Marriage License Guidance…and more!