Denver, Colorado is the perfect combination of city and mountain life, creating a diverse atmosphere that works for any type of wedding, whether it be modern and chic or rustic and picturesque (or anything in between!) The best time to plan a fun weekend getaway to the Mile High City is between June and September. (Coincidentally, these are also the most popular months to plan a wedding!) The weather is beautiful, the sun is shining and you are safe (for the most part!) from the winter storms.
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Where To Stay
If your guests want to be in the center of the action, look no further than the LoDo (Lower Downtown) and RiNo (River North) districts. Both areas are full of bars, local restaurants and the eclectic culture that Denver is known for. You're not far from Coors Field if you and your besties want to grab seats at a Rockies game! Coors Field is known not only for the stadium itself, but also for its amazing panoramic views of the Front Range.
Another must-see neighborhood is LoHi (Lower Highlands). This area is full of craft bars and restaurants. You can’t go wrong with LoHi if you're looking for excitement yet a quaint, neighborhood feel. You're also within walking distance to Linger, which has one of the best rooftop “frozés” in town!
Another LoHi favorite is Little Man Ice Cream - something you definitely won’t want to miss!
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Hotels
The Brown Palace is a luxury hotel in downtown Denver that is the perfect getaway spot for the weekend! (And the afternoon tea is not to be missed!)
The Ramble Hotel is inspired by the French Salons in the 17th century and is a great option for anyone wanting to stay in the RiNo district!
You can’t go wrong with the iconic Crawford Hotel at Union Station!
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The Art Hotel is off of Broadway in downtown Denver and is a great choice for anyone wanting a unique experience. Be sure to make a stop at FIRE Restaurant and Lounge upstairs too!
Le Méridien is a boutique hotel right in the heart of downtown Denver. Definitely check out 54Thirty Rooftop Bar - Denver’s highest open-air, seasonal bar at the top of the hotel!
Airbnbs
Things To Do
Catch a Rockies game at Coors field
Bar crawl in LoDo
Check out Union Station - 100 year old historic landmark in the heart of downtown Denver with a hotel, restaurants, and shops
Facials at Alchemy Face Bar
Drag Brunch at Hamburger Mary’s
Hike at Red Rocks followed by a beach day at Big Soda Lake & lunch at The Cow Eatery in Morrison (best burger in the Denver area!)
Day trip to Boulder - About 40 min outside of Denver. Hike at Chautauqua Park, go tubing in the Boulder Creek (this is not for the faint-hearted!) and check out Pearl Street (Boulder’s historic downtown area).
Rooftop happy hour at Linger
Cherry Creek Mall - Denver’s premier shopping location
Comedy Works - best stand up comedy in Denver
Dry Bar - ladies, they give the best blowouts in town and will have your hair looking amazing for the wedding!
Brewery bar crawl in the RiNo District (Epic Brewing, Ratio Beerworks, 14er Brewing, Our Mutual Friend Brewing, Blue Moon Brewing Company, Odell Brewing Company)
Howl at the Moon Piano Bar
The Clocktower Cabaret
Sunset hike at Lookout Mountain
Where To Eat/Drink:
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In our opinion, Denver is one of the best foodie cities in the U.S. The options are endless - no matter what you’re in the mood for, you can find it in the Mile High City. Here are some amazing restaurants to check out with friends while enjoying a weekend in Denver!
Coffee Shops
Hudson Hill
A trendy coffee shop in Capitol Hill that doubles as a bar featuring yummy craft cocktails
Corvus Coffee
Popular espresso bar located on South Broadway that roasts coffee beans in-house
Steam Coffee Bar
Modern coffee shop in the Old South Pearl St district decorated with new art that is regularly switched out and garage doors that open to a large patio
Brunch
Hamburger Mary’s
Known for their drag show to go along with your morning breakfast and mimosas.
Bacon House Social
Need we say more? Bacon. Bacon. Bacon!!
Sassafras (Highlands location)
Known for their delicious brunch cocktails and beignets!
Beatrice & Woodsley
For your boujee brunch go-ers
Denver Biscuit Company
If you need a messy, giant biscuit sandwich to cure all things, look no further!
Voodoo Donuts
A pink box never looked so good! If you want to skip a sit down place and binge out on delicious donuts you need to come here. Bring cash and don’t leave Denver without trying their famous hibiscus donut!
Dinner
El Five
Relax with some fine wine and incredible Mediterranian cuisine as you look out over the entire city of Denver from the fifth floor of 2930 Umatilla. The sunset view from this eatery is not to be missed!
Linger
They have one of the best happy hour menus in town! And did we already mention their frozé (frozen rosé) in the summer…?
Kachina Cantina
Who doesn't love tacos and margs to celebrate a weekend getaway? You can’t go wrong with Kachina!
Postino Wine Bar
Bread and wine...need we say more? Postino gets creative and pairs delicious wine with the most beautiful bruschetta board you will ever see! Their outdoor patio offers great city views and makes the perfect girls night location. Afterwards, hop over to Recess Beer Garden for an ice cream sandwich!
Lola Coastal Mexican
You will feel like you just stepped into a sophisticated and sexy beach restaurant here. Offers a wide range of delicious seafood and upscale Mexican cuisine.
Bars
Improper City
Great outdoor space in RiNo!
Lustre Pearl
Good drinks and atmosphere in the heart of the RiNo district bar scene
Williams & Graham
Speakeasy in LoHi, AMAZING craft cocktails in what appears to be a library from the outside
The Green Russell
In the heart of Larimar Street nestled underground
Herbs
Dive bar with great live music
Avanti
Grown-up food court with different food vendors and great outdoor patio with bleachers
Denver Milk Market
Wide variety of food vendors and groceries with a bar inside
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The possible activities and places to explore in Denver truly seem endless, but we did our best to include all of our favorite places and some of the most popular “must sees” in the city. There is so much more to explore outside of Denver as well. In just one hour you can be in the heart of the mountains taking in the beauty of Colorado with hikes, rafting, camping and more! We definitely recommend extending your stay for a couple days and exploring as much of Colorado as you can!