Heather & Chris

August 8, 2024 β€’ Idaho Springs, CO

Heather & Chris

August 8, 2024 β€’ Idaho Springs, CO

Is there transportation from the Hotel in Black Hawk to the Venue?

Yes! We will have a shuttle bus from the Monarch Hotel in Black Hawk to the wedding venue in Idaho Springs and back to Black Hawk after the wedding. The first shuttle will leave for the wedding around 3:00pm and come back to the hotel to get the second group around 3:30pm and pick everyone back up at 11pm. The bus seats 56 people and we have more than that using the shuttle bus so that's why we need 2 pick up and drop off times!

Where is the Bride and Groom staying?

In Black Hawk at The Monarch Casino Resort & Spa.

How far is Black Hawk from Idaho Springs?

About a 25-30 minute drive (18 miles) apart.

Is there a dress code?

No! Just please do not wear a white wedding dress, hahaha! πŸ˜‚

How do I RSVP to the wedding?

There is a button on this website that says, "RSVP", Click that, then type in One person's name and your entire party/family should pop up.

When should I RSVP by?

Please RSVP by July 1st, 2024. However, the earlier the BETTER! 😊

Is there lodging closer to the venue than Black Hawk?

Yes! There are riverside cabins called "Water & Stone Retreat" 0.4 miles from the venue. Also there is "Flying Moon Cabins" 3 miles down the road from the wedding venue. "Club Hotel" 3.9 miles from the venue. "Argo Inn & Suites" 4.6 miles from the venue. "Columbine Inn" 4.5 miles from the venue. And I'm sure there are plenty of AirBnBs or VRBOs around the area as well!

Are children allowed at the wedding?

Absolutely! 😁

Will there be an open bar?

Ummmm DUH! 🀣

When does the wedding ceremony start?

4:30pm MST

Is there a reception?

Of course! Reception will follow the ceremony and cocktail hour and end at 11pm MST.

Is there an after party?

YES, but very non-formal. That's why we chose to stay in Black Hawk! Take the shuttle back to Black Hawk with us and join us in the casinos if you can πŸ₯°

Can I post photos of your wedding on social media?

Absolutely! We will also have a QR code available so that you can share the photos you take on your phone/camera that night with us!

What if I have specific questions about your wedding that are not answered on your website?

Text or call us any time! Heather (970) 380-1744 Chris (719) 510-2182

How far is Denver International Airport from Black Hawk/Idaho Springs?

DIA is about a 1 hour and 10 minute drive (54 miles) from Blackhawk. DIA is about 1 hour (59 miles) from the wedding venue in Idaho Springs.

Did we block off any hotel rooms?

Yes! We have 20 rooms blocked off the night of the wedding, Thursday 08/08/2024, at The Monarch Casino Resort & Spa in Black Hawk, CO. And about 10 rooms blocked off the night before the wedding, Wednesday 08/07/2024. These rooms are first come, first serve. The information for booking one of these rooms is under the "Hotel Accommodations" tab on this website.

What are the shuttle bus hours?

Hotel to Wedding Venue: 1st pickup-2:30pm MST 2nd pickup-3:40pm MST Wedding Venue back to Hotel: 1st pick-9:45pm MST 2nd pickup-11:00pm MST I need at least 34 people to PLEASE volunteer to take the earlier shuttle bus to and from the venue so we have enough seating for the later shuttle times. This is a 56-passenger bus and we have about 90 people total using it!

Can we bring in outside alcohol to the venue?

Absolutely NO outside alcohol aloud on the venue premises or we will be kicked out! :(

Can we take shot at the reception?

The bar/venue will not let us take straight shots of alcohol :( booooo!

Is there parking at the venue?

Yes, plenty! But your car cannot be left in the parking lot over night.