Schedule

Rehearsal Dinner / Welcome Party

5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Attire: Think Garden Party! Fun hats are welcomed and highly encouraged! Cocktail dresses in fun colors or flowy sundresses are perfect, and guys can go with slacks and a button-down, a jacket, or even a suit in lighter hues. Wear what feels festive and comfortable in the mountains — just one rule: no white, please.

All guests are invited to the rehearsal dinner and welcome party — the more the merrier! Join us under the pavilion for a relaxed and festive evening. We’ll have music, mingling, and delicious Chinese food catered by May Palace in Durango, with a variety of dishes to suit all tastes — including vegetarian options. To toast the start of the celebration, we’ll have local craft beer, a signature cocktail (Colorado Mule: vodka, ginger beer, and lime), and non-alcoholic drinks like sweet tea, iced tea, sparkling water, and lemonade.

Cocktail Hour

5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

After the ceremony, relax and enjoy cocktails and charcuterie with friends and family while the wedding party takes photos. Two adorable San Juan Beverage Burros will be joining the fun, serving drinks straight from their baskets as you mingle, snack, and take in the mountain views. Don’t forget to grab a drink, snap a photo, and say hello to our furry little servers!

Dinner & Reception

6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Our wedding dinner is a nod to Payton’s Texas roots! We’ll be serving pulled pork, smoked brisket, BBQ chicken, and veggie skewers, plus cornbread, baked beans, corn on the cob, and mac & cheese. Drinks include local craft beer, red and white wine, and non-alcoholic options. For dessert, enjoy small treats from the famous Jean Pierre Bakery. Lizzy, Sara’s maid of honor, made the wedding cake! It’s a small cake, so it will be first come, first serve. While you enjoy dinner, we’ll have live music by the local Durango band, HorseShirt. Payton and Sara have spent many Friday nights at Cliffside in the Lodge at Tamarron enjoying their music, and wanted to share that with all of you! HorseShirt plays a mix of Americana, folk, and bluegrass, full of humor and storytelling. We’ll take a short break for speeches and first dances then HorseShirt will return to play the rest of their set while you finish your meal and continue to enjoy the evening.

Evening Celebration - The After Party

8:30 pm - 11:00 pm

After dinner and first dances, the celebration continues with dancing, drinks, and late-night fun! The music will be a curated playlist, hand-picked by Sara’s brother Ben, who always knows the moves and the grooves. Grab a partner, hit the dance floor, or just sway along and show off your moves!

Late Night Fun

Sat, Aug 8, 2026, 11:00 pm - Sun, Aug 9, 2026, 12:00 am

As the evening winds down, keep the celebration going with some fun and light! We’ll have glow sticks, LED balloons, and sparklers for everyone to enjoy. Whether you’re dancing under the stars, taking photos, or just relaxing with friends, it’s a perfect way to end the night with a little sparkle.