Popping the Question
There are plenty of scenic spots to choose from when you get down on one knee in and around Colorado Springs.
- Surprise your sweetie by asking for their hand after you both hike up the Manitou Incline, Broadmoor Seven Falls or Garden of the Gods.
- Drive, ride the shuttle or catch the Cog Railway to the summit of Pikes Peak — America’s Mountain where you'll take your partner’s breath away overlooking Colorado Springs from the Summit Visitor’s Center.
- Pop the question over dinner with a view. The Peppertree Restaurant was named one of the “Most Scenic Restaurants in America” and Lumen8 Rooftop Social is a chic cocktail lounge surrounded by 360 degrees of skyline.
- A hot-air balloon ride with Adventures Out West while watching a colorful sunrise would make an unforgettable proposal.
Time to Party
Congratulations on your engagement! Celebrate with your best buds on an epic bachelor/bachelorette excursion.
Where to Stay
- For urban explorers: Kinship Landing, The Mining Exchange Hotel and the Downtown Springhill Suites are fashionable digs that keep your group close to downtown activities.
- To take in the mountain vibes: The Cliff House at Pikes Peak is in the heart of mountain-town Manitou Springs, while Cascade Escapes allows you to rent a secluded cabin or cottage at the foot of Pikes Peak (hot tub included!).
- For great group rates, Radisson Hotel, Drury Inn and Best Western PLUS Filmore Inn offer excellent deals for large parties.
What to Do
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Fun & Games
- Assemble your team at one of the region’s bars, breweries and restaurants that host regular trivia and bingo.
- Meet with a shaman at Aurathentic, who can perform aura readings, chakra balancing, astrology reports and more for your whole group.
- Get a taste of the Springs with Rocky Mountain Food Tours; try several locally owned restaurants in downtown Colorado Springs while learning local history along the way.
- Go head-to-head at WhirlyBall, a combination of lacrosse, hockey, basketball and bumper cars.
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Outdoor Adventure
- Adventures Out West books group Jeep tours, horseback rides, zipline experiences and more.
- Have you ever done yoga in the middle of a picturesque lake? Dragonfly Paddle Yoga provides a unique, unforgettable outdoor experience for you and your friends.
- Find the best trails to hike with help from the Trails and Open Space Coalition. (And find the best hikes in Colorado Springs here.)
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Exciting Nightlife
- Have a ball at La Burla Bee, Colorado Springs’ only full-time cabaret, where you can watch burlesque artists, drag performances, variety shows and dance in the nightclub.
- Icons, a gay piano bar in downtown Colorado Springs, is staffed by singing bartenders and covered in classy, colorful decor. They are set to reopen their doors during fall of 2024.
- Chamonix Casino and Hotel is nestled in Cripple Creek, a historic mountain town with loads of history, scenery and fun.
The Big Day
The Pikes Peak region is full of picturesque venues and spaces to hold your festivities.
- Tucked in the shadows of Cheyenne Mountain, Venetucci Farms not only has a rustic farm vibe, multiple reception sites, a cocktail area and a flower farm, but also exercises sustainable-wedding-venue practices.
- At Hillside Gardens, you can take in views of the Front Range mountains, the scent of beautiful flowers and unique sculptures all around the complex.
- Pikes Peak Ranch provides luxury accommodations and 110 acres of pristine, private scenery in Woodland Park. The ranch has room for parties big and small to stay for the whole weekend.
- If you and your partner are nature lovers, many parks and open spaces are available for wedding ceremonies, including Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods Park, The Broadmoor Seven Falls, Cave of the Winds Mountain Park, Fox Run Regional Park, Royal Gorge Bridge & Park and more.
- If a formal wedding ceremony isn’t your thing, you can elope! Abigail Alexis Photography specializes in adventurous outdoor couples’ shoots and offers full-service elopement planning.
Honeymoon
After the hustle and bustle of wedding planning, it’s time to relax on a romantic getaway with your new spouse.
Where to Stay
- All-inclusive luxury: The Broadmoor, Cheyenne Mountain Resort, Garden of the Gods Resort and The Lodge at Flying Horse are romantic destinations with plenty of amenities.
- Relaxing retreats: Stay in an airstream or tiny home at Desert Reef Hot Springs, or hole up at the awe-inspiring Glen Eyrie Castle.
What to Do
- Treat yourselves at one of the area’s many fine-dining establishments.
- Unwind together at Sunwater Spa while you both enjoy the soaking tubs, massage therapy and luxurious spa treatments.
- Go for a wine tasting at one of our region’s wineries, including Uva Wine Bar, Wines of Colorado and the Winery at Holy Cross Abbey.
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