Story
We met the old fashioned way (online dating) and have been on vacation ever since. In September 2022, Blake proposed on the top of Cadillac Mountain in Acadia National Park.
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Schedule
Thursday July 4, 2024
Welcome Drinks
8:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Join us for drinks and Fourth of July fireworks at the Scout Hut!
Maybe look nice, but don't be stressed about it
Friday July 5, 2024
Ceremony and Reception
5:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Guest arrival - 4:30pm
Ceremony - 5:00pm
Cocktail hour - 5:30 - 6:30pm
Reception - 6:30 - 11:00pm
After party - 11:00 - ??
Cocktail Attire
Saturday July 6, 2024
Post-Wedding Brunch
11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
For all those of you who will still be in town, we are working on setting up a breakfast on Saturday --stay tuned.
Casual
Registry
For real, we just appreciate you making the trip to celebrate with us. Please do not feel obligated to give a gift.
Travel
Getting In
The nearest real airports are Denver International and Colorado Springs. Denver will probably have the most flight options available, and is located about 3 hours northwest of Salida. Colorado Springs is about an hour closer, but will likely have fewer/more expensive flight options.
From the airport, it is a beautiful but slightly long drive to Salida. Stay tuned for recommended activities and opportunities for fun along the way!
Salida is a small town and July 4th is a busy, high season holiday. We recommend booking travel and accommodations as early as possible.
We have reserved a room block at the Hampton Inn and Suites on Route 50, which is the southern border of town and about 1.0 miles from our wedding venue. There are some fun restaurants and breweries down there, but the heart of the action is "downtown" --about a 15-20 minute walk north. There aren't reliable rideshare services in town, so planning to walk, drive, or pre-reserve a local taxi is recommended.
For the wedding events on Friday 7/5 we will arrange a shuttle service to and from the venue (stay tuned for details).
Hampton Inn & Suites Salida, U.S. 50, Salida, CO, USA
We have arranged a room block at the Hampton Inn for our guests. Book with code "LKW" through the link above or by calling the front desk for a discounted nightly rate of $140.
Stay at a vacation rental "downtown"
Check out the listings on Airbnb, VRBO, or Pinon Vacation Rentals.
Many of these options are walkable to our venue, the Arkansas River, and the goings on downtown, which is ideal if you would like to avoid driving after having fun at night.
Other places to stay
Other lodging options include staying slightly outside of town. You might be interested in checking out the Monarch Lodge, Mount Princeton Hot Spring, hotels or vacation rentals in Pagosa Springs or Buena Vista, or even camping locally.
Hotel Shuttle
For Our Guests: Up to 25% off
For Our Guests: Up to 25% off
All guests receive up to 25% off car rentals. Why not extend your visit and enjoy your trip beyond our big day!
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Q & A
For all our friends and family who have lots of questions, please check out our Q & A first!
When is the RSVP deadline?
Please RSVP by April 1st, 2024.
Can I bring a date?
Please check your invite for your +1.
Are kids welcome?
We are not able to accomodate children at our wedding ceremony or reception. However, you are welcome to bring them to the July 4th welcome event (fireworks!) and the post-wedding brunch if you are traveling as a family. Stay tuned for child care suggestions.
What will the weather be like?
Mountain weather can be unpredictable. It can be quite hot during the day, but the temperature usually drops pretty significantly at night, so an extra layer is recommended. The weather can change at any time, so we recommend checking the forecast frequently in the days leading up to your visit!
Where should I park?
Parking downtown Salida is limited. We recommend walking, reserving a local taxi, or utilizing our hotel shuttle to attend the wedding day events.
What should I wear?
Please see our Schedule for the dress code.
Is the wedding indoors or outdoors?
Weather permitting, the ceremony and cocktail ceremony will be outdoors. The reception will be inside the SteamPlant.