5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Casual
Join us for a relaxed welcome gathering! We'll be mingling and catching up. We're excited to spend some extra time with everyone before the big day. While we'd love to host the evening, this gathering is informal, and guests are asked to purchase their own food and beverages. Zuni has limited food, but near by resturants offer food that can be brought to Zeni, or after drinks, please feel free to venture to town for dinner.
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Western Cocktail Attire - Fringe, Cowboy boots, Hats and Bolo Ties encouraged
Driving Information If using GPS, please enter Yule Pass Trailhead and add a stop in Gothic, CO to ensure you are guided along the easiest and safest route. The drive is just over one hour. Please note this is a dirt road requiring 4WD or AWD vehicles, with steep drop-offs and occasional single-lane sections. While we would be so happy to have everyone join us at the ceremony location, we completely understand if the drive feels outside your comfort zone and look forward to celebrating together at the reception. Parking at the trailhead will be limited, so we kindly ask that guests carpool whenever possible and plan to arrive 15–20 minutes early. A Mountain Setting We experienced our first snowfall on September 12, 2025, and mountain weather can be unpredictable. We recommend bringing a warm layer. The ceremony will take place outdoors on natural terrain, so please select footwear suitable for dirt and uneven ground. Kindly note that seating will not be provided for the ceremony.
4:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Western Cocktail Attire - Fringe, Cowboy boots, Hats and Bolo Ties encouraged
We were greeted with our first overnight snowfall of the season on September 12, 2025, so we recommend bringing a jacket; mountain weather can be a little unpredictable this time of year. The reception grounds are generally more accommodating for footwear, though some walkways, including those leading to the restrooms, are gravel. We encourage choosing shoes that will keep you comfortable throughout the evening. Please do not park in the Upper Paved Lot. Parking in the Lower Lot is limited; You can park along Gothic, but make sure you are not impeding traffic. We recommend parking in the Base Area and walking. Note: We had suggested using First Tracks, but their updated calendar shows they will be ending service ahead of our wedding date. Apologies for this! We can’t wait to celebrate together!