Longmont Wedding Venues

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Looking For The Perfect Venue For Your Wedding?

How To Pick Your Wedding Venue In Longmont Based On Style, Size and Budget

Now that you’re engaged and you’ve decided to get married in Longmont it’s time to really make some decisions about your wedding. What venue will best best for our budget? Does it meet our budget? Does it align with the style of wedding we’d like to have? All of these are very good questions to ask. However, what are the actual options you have to choose from?

Typically, engaged couples will begin their wedding search by starting with their venue. This gives them the best opportunity to get the venue they want most, as Colorado has a very busy wedding season due to it’s destination status. Therefore, it makes most sense to start your wedding search with your venue to ensure that you are able to book on your desired date.

Read on below to learn more about what wedding venues are in Longmont, Colorado and nearby. In addition, you’ll find more information about booking your venue and things to consider when touring and considering different locations.

Francis Sylvest is a Colorado Based Wedding Photographer and Videographer

Francis Sylvest

I’m a wedding photographer and videographer who has been based in Colorado since 2018. I’ve been photographing weddings and elopements since 2016, starting out in New Orleans before making the move to Colorado. My style is laid back and honest, capturing the natural, timeless and authentic moments of wedding days.

Since 2016 I’ve photographed and filmed over 100 weddings and elopements – from atop Icelandic Glaciers, to the mountaintops of New Zealand, and of course my beautiful home in Colorado.

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Key Steps To Take Before Booking Your Venue

Determine Your Final Budget

To determine your final budget there are several factors to explore. Just remember – when in doubt, it’s always best to check with the venue staff to see what they would suggest.

Estimate Your Wedding Guest Count

To find a venue that will meet your requirements – you first have to determine if it is big enough and can accommodate your guest count. In addition, it will need to not only fit your guest count, but fit them comfortably. While a venue might fit your guest count – it’s key to determine if it will be large enough to host your event in a way that does not feel cramped.

On average – it’s expected that 20-30% of your invites will not be able to make your event.

Evaluate The Size Of The Venue

While an overcrowded venue isn’t ideal, oftentimes and under populated one is as well! Oftentimes, a push in either direction of the spectrum will result in the space feeling off. In most cases, it’s best to plan for 60-80% capacity – dependent on the layout of the venue. To better evaluate the size of the venue, ask the venue staff if they have any photographs of prior events with details of how many guests were present.

Read Reviews About The Venues

This is one of the most important things you can do before scheduling a tour with a venue. To find the most up to date reviews, check out the business on Google by simply searching the venue name and looking at their reviews. In addition, another great place to see reviews is on Wedding Wire and The Knot.

This will allow you to see the venues track record. Ultimately, it will give you first hand insight to how they will perform on your wedding day and whether you can trust them with your event.

Do They Have The Amenities You Hoped For?

Does the venue have an indoor or outdoor ceremony location? Do they work with the other vendors you are looking to hire (some venues have a set list of in-house vendors). All of these things are important to consider.

How Much Does A Wedding In Longmont Cost?

Weddings In Longmont Colorado Cost $25,000 – $35,000 On Average

The average price of weddings in Colorado has continually risen since 2020. With cost of operations for venues, property taxes, etc. it’s the cost of doing business. However, there are many circumstances to where costs can be brought down. For instance, having a smaller guest count, no open bar, etc. will greatly effect your budget. However, due to the nature of it’s location, you might find that wedding venues in Longmont CO are slightly more affordable than the likes of Boulder or Denver.

To get a better idea of how much a wedding could cost, check out this calculator.

How Much Does A Wedding Venue In Longmont Cost?

On Average, a wedding venue in Longmont, Colorado costs between $4,000-$8,000. In many cases, this is just for the venue rental fee. However, many of the venues also include a cleanup/teardown crew with the venue rental. Typically, venues will allow you or your planner 12-hours of access. In most cases, this time is from 10AM to 10PM. Just note, many wedding venues in Longmont also offer table and chair rentals for an additional cost, in addition to other decorations as well.

Wedding Photographers In Colorado – How Much Do They Cost?

Typically, an experienced, established wedding photographer will cost between $5000-$8500 for 8-hours of coverage. While this might seem like a steep cost, hiring an experienced professional will always yield the best results. They’ve seen it all, shot in all of the scenarios and lighting and will be able to give you direction and confidence with ease. Your photographs will be very well photographed, selected and consistently edited – giving you the most timeless collection of photos in addition to a seamless, professional, experience.

On the other hand, less experienced photographers can still do good work, but likely haven’t fully developed in their craft yet. This might result in less desirable photographs, less knowledge of certain lighting, or inconsistent & delayed image delivery due to them doing more volume work. Just note – while this might be true in a lot of circumstances, it does not 100% mean that this will be your experience with a more budget focused photographer.

Top 3 Wedding Venues In Longmont, CO

The St. Vrain

Location: 635 3rd Ave, Longmont, CO 80501
Phone: (720) 534-2635
Website: https://thestvrain.com/
Style: Industrial, Exposed Brick
Capacity: 250
Estimated starting price: $8,500 (Peak Season Weekends)

Venue Highlights:
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Getting Ready Suites
Tables and Chairs
Venue Set Up and Clean Up
Service Staff
Food & Catering

Bestow Events

Location: 201 Main St, Longmont, CO 80501
Phone: +720-318-7327
Website: https://www.eventsbybestow.com/
Style: Industrial-Chic, Exposed Brick
Capacity: Under 100
Estimated starting price: $5,200 (Weekends)

Venue Highlights:
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Getting Ready Suites
Tables and Chairs
Venue Set Up and Clean Up
Natural Light
Outdoor Patio

Burning Sky Farm

Location: Niwot, Colorado
Contact: burningskyfarmco@gmail.com
Website: https://www.instagram.com/burning_sky_farm/
Style: Outdoor, Italian Villa
Capacity: Under 150
Estimated starting price: N/A

Venue Highlights:
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Getting Ready Suites
Tables and Chairs
Venue Set Up and Clean Up
Natural Light
Outdoor Patio
Tented Options Available

Wedding Photographer and Videographer

Austin Francis Sylvest is a destination wedding photographer and videographer based in Colorado with over 10 years of professional experience. His style evokes those warm, lived moments that celebrate the beauty in the ordinary. His imagery and filmmaking emphasize real moments over staged ones, garnering a true to life feel.

With a strong focus on film, he shoots both 35mm and medium format photography mixed with digital mediums. In addition, he has a focus on 16mm videography with super 8 and digital mediums available. He specializes in weddings in Colorado weddings in Aspen, Telluride, Vail, Denver and Steamboat Springs.

Notably, he also offers specialized services in New Orleans, New York City and Iceland.

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