Scenic riverfront property in the Poudre Canyon
$200 starting price
300+ guests
AWARD WINNER (2X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
The Mishawaka, with it’s beautiful riverside venue and historic Dance Hall is the perfect place for your Wedding! We host weddings year round and can handle parties of all sizes. Located in the beautiful Poudre Canyon on the only river in Colorado with a 'Wild & Scenic' designation. Come see why people have been hosting events here for over 100 years!
Woman-owned Business
+14 years in business
Speaks English & Spanish
20 team members
Pricing details
Starting prices
Reception
$200
Reception
$200
Ceremony
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Bar services
$24 per person
Catering
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- Couples usually spend $5,000
- Starting prices don't include service fees, taxes, gratuity, and rental fees.
- Guest count and seasonality may also affect prices. Peak season for this venue is May-Oct.
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Amenities
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Guest Capacity
300+
Settings
Beach
Waterfront
Historic Venue
Mountain
Restaurant
Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Cakes & Desserts
Food & Catering
Planning
Rentals & Equipment
Service Staff
Transportation
Shuttle Service
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5.0
out of 5.031 reviews
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The Mishawaka Amphitheatre is highly praised for its stunning mountain views, delicious food, and accommodating staff, particularly Gary and Meg. Reviewers highlight the seamless execution of events, quick responses to inquiries, and the venue's beautiful, rustic setting along the Poudre River. Guests appreciate the flexible indoor/outdoor options, ample food servings, helpful guidance during planning, and affordability of hosting events at the Mishawaka. The venue's shuttle service, event coordination, and scenic ambiance create a memorable and picturesque wedding experience that exceeded expectations.Review photos
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Kait T
5.0
11/25/2024
We had our wedding at The Mishawaka and it couldn’t have been more perfect. Gary and Meg were super helpful leading up to our wedding through their professional communication and suggestions to fit our needs! They handled everything day of for set up, all we had to do was decorate. The food and drinks were amazing and their service staff made the whole day seamless!
Molly M
5.0
11/14/2024
We had our wedding at the Mishawaka on 10/12/24 and everything about this venue was perfect! We had been working with Gary and Meg for a year leading up to our wedding and the communication and professionalism is top notch! They were timely and extremely helpful throughout the entire process. The views were amazing, the food was delicious and the staff was top notch! I highly recommend using this venue for an unforgettable experience!
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Amy B
5.0
9/05/2024
We love the Mish for a lunch date, but they sure did excellently as an event space!
My husband and I got married at the Mishawaka in June after a long engagement. Gary, the event coordinator, was amazing! I planned the wedding by myself so I had a TON of questions; Gary answered them quickly and kindly and never made me feel like I was bothering him. The event staff at the Mish were accommodating and helpful on the day of the wedding. Our outside wedding turned into an inside event quickly when it started to rain. Meg and her crew were able to pivot and set up the inside for dinner quickly, and when dinner was over and the rain stopped, they just as quickly pivoted to make sure the outside was ready for dancing and the rest of the evenings festivities. The food was delicious, the views and scenery were stunning, having a rushing river and a staggering mountain ridge in the background of my photos is so gorgeous. We got beautiful pictures by the river, and the lighting in the canyon was perfect; no sun in anybody's eyes. Not to mention, The Mishawaka offers a shuttle service, so I knew that all of my loved ones would arrive back in Fort Collins safely after a night of dancing and libations. We had 90 guests, but the outside event space could accommodate many more. The "Confessional Lounge" was a perfect place to do speeches. The sound set up/lighting was perfect for the live band, and after all was said and done, it was affordable! We got married on a Monday, so the price was lower than that of a Saturday, but even the weekend rates were not outrageous.
I am so happy we got married at the Mish! And now we can go back for future anniversaries and have a beer by the river - this is not true of most event spaces! Thanks Gary and Meg!
Annie P
5.0
8/12/2024
Gary and Meg from the Mishawaka were an incredible help to us throughout our wedding planning process. He was extremely easy to work with and helpful, and was very quick to respond to any questions/needs we had about the wedding. We used the Mish’s catering for the food, and guests were happy with their meals and there was definitely ample food for our wedding of 120.
The venue speaks for itself - it is an unbelievably beautiful location to tie the knot!
Jamie K
5.0
7/27/2024
We hosted a wedding 35 couples at the Mishawaka earlier this Summer. Working with the Mish team was an absolute dream. They were wonderful partners. You can tell from the first interaction that the whole team really cares about making sure that the customer has a wonderful experience. They went above and beyond in every aspect. Gary and Meg, the events leads, were absolutely amazing. Accommodating, great communicators, always checking to make sure we had what we needed, and also providing incredibly helpful guidance to ensure that no detail was left unconsidered.
When we faced weather concerns the team quickly sprang into action implementing the weather plan we had worked on together.
At the end of the event they helped us clean up and pack up.
Post event they followed up to ensure we had a great event and welcomed our feedback.
I haven't even mentioned the setting. What a gorgeous venue. The views are breathtaking and the venue really has everything you need to make your day special right there on site. We had a taco bar and it was really delicious.
You will love these humans and this venue. I know we sure did.
Kelsey D
5.0
7/11/2024
The Mishawaka was the perfect place for us to host our Chaco Wedding! We had 35 couples either renew their vows or elope for our event and the Mishawaka went above and beyond to make sure everything went smoothly. The river running right by the venue really created a beautiful atmosphere for the day and their lawn space as a great spot for everyone to hang out for the day. They were on top of every detail and make sure we had no stress the day of! Super quick communicators who really want to make your day as special as you want it to be. Host your event or wedding there and you won't be disappointed!
Jacob M
5.0
11/20/2023
The Mishawaka is an incredible place for a wedding. We loved our experience. The staff was friendly and knowledgable. Unfortunately, it started raining in the middle of our ceremony. We will able to move the reception indoors and everything worked out great in the end.
Tara H
5.0
4/16/2023
We had a late November wedding here with an outdoor ceremony and indoor reception. The booking and planning experience with Gary and the day of experience with all of the Mish staff was amazing. They were accommodating and easy to work with and everything went so smoothly from start to finish at an affordable price point. All of the food also exceeded our expectations. I would host another event here and recommend the Mishawaka Amphitheatre without hesitation.
Aryn F
5.0
4/06/2023
The Mishawaka Amphitheatre is truly a special and one of a kind venue! My husband and I got married here and can't recommend enough. Not only was every part of our day special but our guests also had an outstanding time and gave rave reviews! Every service offered by the Mish exceeded our expectations including the band recommendation, shuttle transportation for guests and delicious food. We spent the evening dancing to live music under the stars! Thank you to all of the staff at the Mishawaka for giving us such a special day!
Peter L
5.0
1/10/2023
My wife & I were married out along the Poudre River at the beautiful Mishawaka Amphitheatre. The scenery was amazing and our guests had an incredible time. The food was good and the place is perfectly set up for a live band with a large outdoor stage. Gary and the staff were great to work with and were helpful in coordinating the day. There is a separate small house for everyone to get ready in, and we were able to camp overnight on their own private island! It was a great place to be able to show off some of Colorado beautiful nature and still be near Fort Collins. We would recommend to anyone!
Skandar R
5.0
1/06/2023
We had a wonderful experience in the most magical setting. Our ceremony was set on a river between two mountain ranges with the sights and sounds of nature. The Mishawaka staff made it so easy and fun. 10/10 would do it again!
Eric F
5.0
12/05/2022
We had our wedding this past summer at the Mish and could not have had a better experience. Gary was fantastic to work with from day one of planning, all the way through the day of our wedding. The staff were professional and courteous. We received multiple compliments from our guests on the venue, food, and atmosphere. I would wholeheartedly recommend the Mish to anyone who is looking for a wedding venue. Unbeatable staff, view, and atmosphere!
Katie D
5.0
12/04/2022
We had our wedding at the Mish and it was perfect! The venue is beautiful and was a very special day. The staff did a great job and it was a pleasure to work with Gary. He was very accommodating and answered all of our questions so we knew exactly what to expect. I would highly recommend the Mish for any event.
Liz P
5.0
12/02/2022
We absolutely loved our wedding at the Mish. Gary and team were great to work with, and helped us picture exactly what we wanted when we showed up day off. They worked with our wedding planner, and were flexible on changes and needs that came up along the way.
The venue is absolutely stunning and super fun, it’s a concert venue, so it feels like a giant party for sure. I recommend the beer and wine option (you don’t need hard liquor at altitude for the out of towners), and definitely rent the buses to bring people to and from the venue. They really know what they are doing and you can trust the opinions do the folks working at the Mish.
Our guests loved it, and appreciated the restaurant, restrooms, views, and space to roam around. We had 100 people, and a 9 piece band, the space was perfect.
Highly recommend if you are looking for a unique and fun experience for you and your guests.
Kristina T
5.0
6/15/2022
We were fortunate enough to get married at the Mishawaka on the banks of the Poudre River. We had lots of out-of-town guests and wanted to give them a real Colorado experience—trust me, the Mish is it! Friendly, laid-back staff, the perfect stage for a live band, and a rushing river right behind the ceremony site. Plenty of rafters and kayakers came through and even cheered us on! My partner and I share a love of music festivals and wild, characterful, off-the-beaten-path places, so the Mish felt special to us the minute we laid eyes on it. This isn't your average stuffy wedding venue ;) So many guests complimented the environment and said they'd never been anywhere like it, and that it made it easy for them to relax—which is exactly what we wanted!
Samantha P
5.0
1/30/2022
We had our dream mountain wedding at the Mishawaka last summer. The venue is incredible, our guests are still talking about how beautiful it was (many were from out of town). We spent our college years rafting the Poudre river and stopping by the Mish for lunch, so this place is so special to us. I would highly recommend this venue not only for the amazing river backdrop and rustic setting, but also if you plan to have a band. They're an outdoor amphitheatre perfectly set up with a great sound system ~ all the equipment can be rented onsite.
It was tricky to execute due to the ever-changing covid restrictions, but we ended up having a great turnout and the weather was perfect. Staff was very friendly and atmosphere has a very chill and relaxed vibe.
Cara H
5.0
11/07/2021
The venue is spectacular! Rustic, outdoor, laid back beauty. The staff was friendly and relaxed as well. Food and drinks were perfect, and the event coordination made planning our day easy. We had sunshine, and got lucky with viewing big horn sheep!!
mallory m
5.0
10/04/2021
Our wedding guests could not stop talking about our wedding location. The Mish was so perfect. Gary made everything so easy and was such a joy to work with. If you're looking for the most beautiful outdoor setting with a chill vibe, this is it.
Mikayla M
5.0
10/17/2020
Our wedding was on October 1st, 2020 and it was absolutely beautiful. However leading up to this day we were facing threats from COVID-19 and the fires. Gary at the Mish, alongside our wedding coordinator reassured us that things would be "OK" and this was definitely the case. The staff was attentive to every detail and we are so grateful to be able to hold our even here. I strongly recommend this venue.
Tish M
5.0
10/12/2020
The Mishawaka was the best decision we made in terms of planning our wedding. Gary, the event coordinator, is laid back which is a relief among the stress of wedding planning. This venue is naturally beautiful and allows for a lot of flexibility in what you are thinking of doing!
Bob W
5.0
9/25/2020
We chose the Mishawaka to have our wedding and it was nothing short of impressive. The staff was attentive and always ready to help with anything we could need. During the planing stage Gary the event coordinator was awesome! Every question was answered quickly and with several meetings throughout Gary helped us get every detail planned perfectly. If you are thinking about using the mish for your event ABSOLUTELY DO IT! This place is magical and you couldn’t ask for a better staff to take care of your special day!
Michael L
5.0
3/03/2020
My husband and I had our wedding reception at the Mishawaka last fall. The venue was absolutely perfect for our festival type reception that focused on bands, music, dancing and fun. Gary and everyone at the Mish were so helpful in planning to ensure that the day was smooth from beginning to end, so we didn't have to worry about a thing. The set up, delivery, food, even the weather was perfect that day. I highly recommend the Mish for any event, we had a great day that we, and all of our guests (who said it was the best wedding weekend ever), will never forget. :)
Chelsie C
5.0
2/26/2020
My wife and I were so happy with our experience at the Mish! We had been there for concerts or just food many times and loved the atmosphere so much that we basically wanted to "borrow" that atmosphere they already have going and fit our wedding into it. The Poudre River is really special to us so getting to say our vows with the river in the background was truly magical. Gary made everything from the food to the timeline so easy for us. The food was delicious, as always, and the staff were so great to all of our guests! If you are looking for a beautiful, down to earth place to tie the knot, I highly recommend the Mish!
Annie N
5.0
11/27/2018
I can't praise this venue and the staff enough! The scenery was beautiful, the space was exactly what we needed and pictured, and the food was fantastic! Gary was so supportive in helping us get all the details finalized for the big day and guided us in our decisions to make is as successful as possible. It was better than we imagined. I highly recommend the Mishawaka as a wedding venue, especially if you want an outdoor venue. With the river right next to the space, it was a perfect blend of classic wedding, and rustic mountain setting. We were thrilled with the way everything was set up and Gary gave us tons of options for rentals, vendors, and set up. We loved it!
Molly S
5.0
11/03/2018
Booked this venue for our Dia de los Muertos wedding and it was just perfect! Aside from being in an absolutely gorgeous setting, the staff was super helpful all the way through and they have excellent off season rates. A separate green room with a full kitchen was awesome for the wedding party to spend the day getting ready. The lack of cell service and wifi presents some minor challenges, but also means your guests are not spending the whole event on their phones.
Amanda F
5.0
10/23/2018
The Mishawaka was my number one choice venue. The food was awesome and weeks after the wedding I still have people remarking on how good it was! An outdoor wedding was planned and the weather turned the morning of the wedding. We had two hourse to make an outdoor wedding an indoor one. I still managed to have the outdoor ceremony I wanted, and Mishawaka staff jumped in to help to recreated my dream day inside! It all worked out great and everyone loved the roaring fire the Gary, our shining star Mish event/catering/banquet planner made for us! If I had to choose all over I'd choose the Mish.
Robin N
5.0
10/23/2018
Besides the obvious win with the Mish, as being one of the most aesthetically pleasing venues in Northern Colorado... Gary and all of the staff at the Mish were beyond helpful and resourceful. I couldn't be happier that we chose that spot to start our lives together. They were so personable and caring... forever friends!
Andrea W
5.0
10/23/2018
The Mishawaka Amphitheatre provided the perfect atmosphere for our wedding. With the chilly & rainy fall weather, we ended up having our reception indoors and the ceremony and photos outdoors. Gary and the staff at the Mish were incredibly helpful, organized, and flexible. They made everything easy and their customer service was outstanding. Absolutely everything went wonderfully. We cannot say enough good things about this iconic venue - we loved having our event there and would recommend it to anyone. There is no better place in Northern Colorado for a wedding!
Monti P
5.0
10/22/2018
I can not thank the amazing staff at the Mish enough! They were ALL amazing, and special shout out to the even coordinator Gary, he answered all my questions and was so nice and understanding about everything!! They put out an amazing buffet and took car of any hiccups I had in my planning. And the venue looked AMAZING. There was long horn sheep and deer across the river for most of the day! I am incredibly grateful to have found this place to say I Do! We’re already talking about an anniversaey party at The Mish!
Abby D
5.0
10/22/2018
The Mish was amazing. It’s an absolutely beautiful location, so our pictures are amazing and guests loved it. It is also extremely convenient as it has a kitchen and a bar already in place so those are two vendors you don’t have to mess with. We had a singer too so it was great for that as well, since it’s a music venue with two stage options. They do have a bus you can rent although we used alternate transportation. The staff was great, very helpful and efficient. Finally, we found the Mish very affordable for everything you get. Definitely recommend!
response 10/22/2018
Thanks Abby, you were a pleasure to work with!
Allison S
5.0
9/30/2018
We had our wedding at the Mish, and it was AMAZING! We had such a terrific time. Gary their event coordinator was a doll and easy to work with, his staff worked hard and helped us have the best time we could have had. The meal was terrific, everyone was full and happy, there was plenty enough to drink (alcoholic and non-alcoholic). Pricing was very reasonable. I would say the only thing for any couples to consider if they are planning to have their wedding at the Mish is to invest in walkie-talkies because there is zero cell reception and no WiFi up there, so communication is minimal once you get into the canyon. But the staff was great, there was good food, plenty of space, a beautiful view.. Rustic and casual but also had just enough class and elegance. We couldn't have imagined better for our wedding. Thank you Gary and the Mish staff for helping us make our day the best we could have hoped for!
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