The Pinery at The Hill

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Our Wedding

Photos

Kimby Ramsey

Brit Vora

Kelcey Robinson

Sam Foulkrod

Sarah Lenderman

Emily Barnett

Ashley Irons

Leigh Erin Brauer

Macki Brauer

Regan Brauer

Jordan Irons

Chris Cuello

Navid Aliaghai

Ryan Brauer

Ryan Mitchell

Chris Bekin

Brandon Hill

Terry Keys

Carlos Davis

Wedding Party

How do i get to the venue?

Guests are welcome to drive to the venue and park for free. We will also have a shuttle service from the Mining Exchange hotel to the venue. Shuttle will depart at 4:30 and return at 11:30 for your convenience. If you have any questions about transportation, please reach out to us!

what airport should i fly into?

🛫 Denver International Airport (DEN)About 1.5-hour drive to downtown Colorado Springs.🛫 Colorado Springs Airport (COS)About a 20-minute drive to downtown Colorado Springs. If you prefer a shorter drive, flying into Colorado Springs is the most convenient option. However, Denver often has more direct flights and can be a good choice if you plan to explore the area before the wedding. You will have to rent a car to get from the airport to Colorado Springs.

What can I do around Colorado Springs?

On‑property experiences at the Mining Exchange First Friday Art Walk at The Vault – Explore a rotating gallery of Colorado artists on the 2nd/3rd floors of the hotel. Golden Hour live jazz & cocktails – Thursday evening guests can enjoy free live jazz (5–8 pm) in the lobby or courtyard, alongside a signature “Ryes Mary’s Baby” cocktail. A relaxing local vibe! MX Spa & steam rooms – Treat yourself to a massage or steam session onsite—ideal for unwinding before or after wedding events.  Downtown adventures Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center (FAC) – Just a mile away, this gallery, theater, and museum complex offer free admission to some exhibits. CO.A.T.I food hall & Vintage & Vinyl – A fun, walkable spot to grab local bites, cocktails, thrift finds, music, and more Boutiques & shopping – Stroll downtown to find eclectic shops like Eclectic Co., Heartshake Studios, or vinyl & thrift at Vintage & Vinyl  Nature & museum outings (drive a few minutes) Western Museum of Mining & Industry – Explore live demonstrations, antique equipment, and panning stations at this interactive mining museum. Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum – Housed in a historic courthouse, offering rich exhibits on regional history and free admission. Garden of the Gods or Red Rock Canyon – Iconic red-rock parks just ~10 min away for hiking, photography, or scenic walks.  Easy half‑day trips (~10–20 min drive) Seven Falls – A waterfall hike with an elevator option and dining at the base. Manitou Springs & Pikes Peak Cog Railway – Charming mineral spring town with historic shops, plus the scenic cog ride to Pikes Peak summit. Cheyenne Mountain Zoo – America’s only mountain zoo; feed giraffes, ride the sky tram, and enjoy mountain views.

What is the dress code?

We kindly ask our guests to wear formal attire suitable for the fall season. Our wedding party will be in black so please try to avoid wearing this color.   Think gray, navy, or tan suit for men, and long dresses or elegant cocktail dresses for women in rich autumn tones like burgundy, emerald, navy, or deep jewel shades.   Since it may be cool, consider bringing a dressy coat, shawl, or wrap for comfort during our outdoor ceremony. Dress shoes are encouraged, but please ensure they’re comfortable enough for dancing and mingling on fall ground.   We appreciate you dressing up to celebrate with us!

Q + A

Located in downtown Colorado Springs, The Mining Exchange is a 4-star hotel in Colorado Springs that has 2 on-site restaurants and a full-service spa. Guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, free WiFi and a private bathroom. The MX Spa offers massage and facial treatments. Guests can enjoy Cajun and Creole cuisine at Springs Orleans Restaurant and Bar, relax in the outdoor English Courtyard, or enjoy a cocktail and pub fare in the The Mining Exchanges Lobby Bar. The hotel also has a business center and a fitness center. If you wish to come early or stay later, please call the hotel to book your room. They will be able to give you the group rate for your extra days! https://www.miningexchangehotel.com/

The Mining Exchange

Attractively set in the center of Colorado Springs, Hyatt Place Colorado Springs Downtown has buffet breakfast and free WiFi throughout the property. Offering a restaurant, the property also has a fitness center, as well as an indoor pool and a hot tub. Private parking is available on site. At the hotel rooms include air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Guests can use the business center or relax in the bar. <a href="https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-place/en-US/denzp-hyatt-place-colorado-springs-downtown" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-place/en-US/denzp-hyatt-place-colorado-springs-downtown</a>

Hyatt Place Colorado Springs Downtown

Room Blocks

Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner

Bird Tree Cafe 

Walking distance from the Mining Exchange. They serve breakfast all day and vegan options. (Open all week 8-6)

King's Chef Diner

Classic diner options (Open all week 7-2)

La Baguette & Espresso bar

Next door to The Mining Exchange. Offers breakfast and lunch options. (Closed Sundays- Opened Mon-Sat 7-4)

Denver Biscuit company

The BEST biscuits in town. Inside of Atomic Cowboy (Open Sun-Thur 8-12 a.m. Fri-Sat 8-2 a.m.)

Odyssey Gastropub 

Walking distance from the Mining Exchange. (Check their website for hours)

COATI-food Hall

Offering global street foods, coffee &amp; cocktails. One of our favorites is places inside is Ephemera. (Open Tues- Sun 5-10 p.m.)

Cerberus Brewing Company

Low-key brewpub offering 20+ house &amp; guest craft brews on tap, plus a modern take on pub fare. (Check their website for hours.)

Shuga's 

Open late! Offers soups, sandwiches, and a variety of bruschetta options. (Open Mon-Fri 11 a.m.- 12 a.m. Sat-Sun 10 a.m.- 2 a.m.)

Rasta Pasta

Featured on Diners, Drive- ins, and Dive! Caribbean &amp; Italian dishes (plus Jamaican beer &amp; rum) offered in laid-back digs with a reggae vibe. (Open 11 a.m.- 9 p.m.)

Night Ramen

Happy hour food&nbsp;· Great cocktails&nbsp;· Vegan options. Their cucumbers are AMAZING! (Open Sun-Thur 5- 10 p.m. Fri-Sat 5-11:30 p.m.)

burrowing owl

100% vegan restaurant. Even Zach enjoyed it! (Open all week 11 a.m.- 12 a.m.)

503W

Asian inspired gastropub eats with vegetarian options. (Closed Mon Open Sun 9 a.m.- 9 p.m. Tues- Fri 11 a.m.- 10 p.m. Sat 9 a.m.- 10 p.m.)

Places to Eat

Catamount Trail (Park by lake in town, avoid a ticket parking near trailhead) The Crags (A good alternate to the Barr Trail) Red Rock Canyon Open Space (Sand Canyon &amp; Garden of the Goddesses Trails + several others) Beaver Creek Trail from Beaver Creek State Wildlife Area (Requires a Habitat stamp available anywhere fishing licenses are) Ute Indian Trail (Avoid parking in the COG Railway Parking lot / spaces) Stratton Open Space (Multiple trails in the area) Garden of the Gods (The Icon, many trails, grab a map on your way in!!) Manitou Incline (Old railway, great views, 2,774 steps and over 2,000 feet of elevation gain in less than a mile) Mount Rosa (DIFFICULT – One day trip, total round trip 15 miles, 4,000 feet in elevation gain) Barr Trail (MOST DIFFICULT - 13-miles one-way, mad elevation gain to the top of America’s Mountain Pike’s Peak)

Hikes

Comprising 1,300 acres of sandstone formations, this park offers free entry, a visitor center &amp; hiking trails.

Garden of the Gods

Pikes Peak

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo

Parks with playgrounds 

America the Beautiful parkIt has the best views! It's across the street from the U. S. Olympics Museum as well. Acacia Park3 blocks from The Mining Exchange. John Venezia Community ParkIt's a little further out, but has sports courts, playgrounds, and more.

Ashley & Zachary

Ashley & Zachary

A&Z

Wedding Day

5:00 PM

Ceremony