Blackstone Rivers Ranch

Our Wedding Day

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Our Wedding

Our Story

Darren and Olivia met at the gym, and bonded over both being in the first responder world. Their first date was drinks at Lady Jane in LoHi, Denver Colorado and from then they've been at eachother's hip ever since. Darren proposed to Olivia in Kauai, Hawaii on Tunnels Beach while Olivia was six months pregnant with their daughter Lorelei. Darren Olivia and Lorelei are enjoying growing as a family so much over this past year, and are so excited to celebrate their love story with all their loved ones in September!

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Accommodations

Where to stay

Idaho Springs (closest – ~5 minutes away)West Denver / Golden (20–30 minutes)Downtown Denver (35–45 minutes)

We have secured a room block here under a discounted group rate!Denver Marriott West offers a polished, full-service stay close to Golden, Lakewood, and the Rocky Mountain foothills. Guests enjoy discounted rates starting at $209+TAX, plus free Wifi, free parking, an indoor/outdoor pool, fitness center, and on-site dining at Copper Creek Restaurant. Available Dates: Wednesday, September 16th to Sunday, September 20thBook by: Tuesday, August 18thNeed Assistance? Reach out to our Travel Coordinator at Help@EngagedSourcing.com or 720.593.8534 with reference to the "Olivia &amp; Darren's Wedding."

Denver Marriott West

Just one minute away from our wedding venue, and a quick four minute drive to downtown Idaho Springs, Water and Stone Retreat offers a boutique enclave of refined &amp; rustic Rocky Mountain creekside vacation rental cabins.

Water & Stone Retreat

Getting to the wedding venue

Overview

Distance: ~38 miles from DIADrive Time: ~50–60 minutes (can vary with traffic and weather)Location: About 35 minutes west of Denver in the mountains near Idaho Springs We recommend arriving into Denver International Airport (DEN) and allowing about 1 hour of travel time to the venue. Rental cars and private transportation are the most convenient options. Due to the mountain location, rideshare availability can be limited late in the evening, so we encourage guests to plan return transportation in advance.

Transportation Options

1. Rental Car (Most Flexible Option)Available directly at DEN (all major rental companies)- Recommended for guests staying in different areas or wanting to exploreRoute:- Take Peña Blvd → I-70 West → Exit toward Idaho Springs → Chicago Creek Rd (Hwy 103)Notes:- Easy, scenic mountain drive- GPS works well, but cell service may drop briefly near the venue 2. Private Car Service / Uber / LyftTravel time: ~50–70 minutesEstimated cost: $80–$150+ depending on vehicle and demand- Good option for individuals or couples- Ride availability for return trips (late night) can be limited- Tip: Pre-schedule your return ride if possible

Important travel tips

Mountain driving: Roads are paved but winding near the venueWeather: If incliment weather is in the forecast, allow extra time!Altitude: ~8,000 ft — hydrate and take it easy upon arrivalTraffic: I-70 can get busy, especially weekends

Olivia & Darren

Olivia & Darren

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