Melissa & Thomas

September 21, 2024 • Larkspur, CO

Melissa & Thomas

September 21, 2024 • Larkspur, CO

Things to Do

Things to Do in Denver:

Denver Zoo

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2300 Steele St, Denver, CO 80205, USA
(720) 337-1400

Spend some time visiting one of Thomas and Melissa's favorite places in Colorado: The Denver Zoo! Be sure to visit their favorite attraction: the penguins!

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Denver Botanic Gardens

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1007 York St, Denver, CO 80206, USA
(720) 865-3500

Being from St. Louis, Missouri, Melissa and her family grew up going to the St. Louis Botanical Gardens every few weeks. Get some nostalgia visiting the beautiful flowers in Colorado!

Denver Museum of Nature & Science

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2001 Colorado Blvd, Denver, CO 80205, USA
(303) 370-6000

Have some fun learning, and even MORE fun studying the dinosaurs! Thomas and Melissa LOVE dinosaurs, so enjoy immersing in one of their favorite subjects!

Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre

Picture of Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre
18300 W Alameda Pkwy, Morrison, CO 80465, USA
(720) 865-2494

Less than 45 minutes from Denver Airport, the Red Rocks Amphitheatre is home to beautiful views and electric concerts! Spend a day looking around, or even schedule a concert on Friday or Sunday!

Things to Do in Colorado Springs:

Garden of the Gods

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Colorado Springs, CO 80904, USA
(719) 634-6666

Garden of the Gods is arguably one of the most beautiful places on Earth! Enjoy sightseeing and exploring the beautiful scenary!

Pikes Peak - America's Mountain

Picture of Pikes Peak - America's Mountain
5089 Pikes Peak Hwy, Cascade, CO 80809, USA
(719) 385-7325

Itching to hike? Pikes Peak has some beautiful trails to explore. Make sure to take lots of photos!

Glen Eyrie Castle

Picture of Glen Eyrie Castle
3820 N 30th St, Colorado Springs, CO 80904, USA
(719) 634-0808

Looking for a castle to visit? Or even stay the night in? Clen Eyrie is beautiful, and not too far away from our wedding venue! Hop on over for a tour!

U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum

Picture of U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum
200 S Sierra Madre St, Colorado Springs, CO 80903, USA
(719) 497-1234

If there's one thing about the future Mr. and Mrs. Georges, it's that they love running, and they love the Olympics! Visit the museum for some fascinating history and inspiration!

The Broadmoor Seven Falls

Picture of The Broadmoor Seven Falls
1045 Lower Gold Camp Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80905, USA
(855) 923-7272

Waterfalls? Ziplining? Flimsy bridges? Yes please! This is for the adrenaline-seeking guest! Yes, we thought of you, too!

Things to Do in Estes Park:

It may be a little far from the wedding venue, but don't be afraid to stay a few extra days to enjoy Estes Park in all its autumn glory!

Rocky Mountain National Park

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Colorado, USA
(970) 586-1206

Go hiking and sightseeing in beautiful Rocky Mountain National Park! Be sure to stop by Melissa's favorite sight: Lake Haiyaha (pictured)!

Trail Ridge Road Summit

Picture of Trail Ridge Road Summit
Estes Park, CO 80517, USA

Visit the site where Thomas and Melissa had their engagement photos taken! It's a completely drivable mountain with scenic lookout points that might consist of light walking. AND it's completely handicap accessible! Be sure to stop at the visitors center on top for some classic Rocky Mountain Chili!

YMCA of the Rockies - Estes Park Center

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2515 Tunnel Rd, Estes Park, CO 80511, USA
(970) 586-3341

Take advantage of an abundance of activities offered by the YMCA! There's horseback riding, archery, high ropes courses, and mini golf to name a few! The Menghinis grew up attending summer camp at the YMCA, and that place houses some of Melissa's favorite memories (like when a hundred people cheered on her father, Matthew, during an intense competition of rock-paper-scissors)!

Coffee on the Rocks

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510 Moraine Ave, Estes Park, CO 80517, USA

Feed the ducks (and geese!) at this beautiful coffee shop! Thomas and Melissa frequently walk down here to feed the animals. Don't forget to donate a dollar for duck seed and let them eat out of your hands!

Stanley Hotel

Picture of Stanley Hotel
333 E Wonderview Ave, Estes Park, CO 80517, USA
(970) 577-4000

Visit the historic (and spooky!) Stanley Hotel, where the Shining was created. Take a historic tour or ghost tour, or even attend a magic show! And at the end of the night, settle down for some cocktails at any one of their delicious restaurants.