Both the ceremony and reception will be indoors, but there is a nice outdoor deck and lake at the reception venue. Weather in Colorado can be unpredictable, so pack a light jacket if you're planning to be outside. The average high in Evergreen is usually in the 70s, with temperatures as low as the 40s. We don't expect snow, but don't be surprised to see afternoon thunderstorms.
There is plenty of parking at St. Joan of Arc for the ceremony. Parking at Evergreen Lake House is open to the public and may be more difficult to find. Please carpool from the church or hotel if able, and be prepared to walk a short distance to the reception venue if necessary. Overflow parking can be found ~2 miles from the venue at the Stagecoach Parking Lot at the corner of Evergreen Pkwy and Stagecoach Blvd. A shuttle service will be provided to transport to and from the venue.
At the ceremony, please dress respectfully, as it will be in a Catholic church. For the reception, there is no set dress code. If you want to wear your best suit, go for it. If you want to wear jeans and a nice shirt, that's fine with us. Colorado mountain weather can be unpredictable, so bring a jacket. The reception will be indoors, but there is a wonderful deck and lake to explore just outside the venue.
You bet! Our ceremony will consist of a full Catholic mass, which is usually about an hour long. If you're unsure of what to do, just follow along with the front row. During communion, you are welcome to receive a blessing from the priest by crossing your arms across your chest as you approach the altar.