Take a Chairlift Ride to Paradise!
200+ guests
Seasonal access, July – September
If you’re the one who, after reaching the summit of a long hike, spreads her arms wide and twirls while singing “The Hills are Alive!” then Paradise is the place for you. Paradise truly sits at what feels like the top of the world. Wedding guests are treated to an amazing scenic chairlift ride to the mountaintop, where they will then meander down a walking path that leads to the ceremony site. A favorite winter ski run, this site is an open, grassy area with a ceremony platform, providing panoramic views for an awe-inspiring ceremony backdrop. Receptions are held at Purgy’s (or other Village venues), located steps away from the chairlift at the base. Seasonal access via Lift 1.
*Limited Resort shuttle access available for those unable to ride the chairlift. Ski access only during winter, with limited size and availability.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Features
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Special Features:
The VIEW! Paradise truly sits at what feels like the top of the world.
General Event Space
| Maximum Capacity: 180
Casual & Rustic yet Elegant
180 guests
Available mid April through mid November
Purgy’s resides in the heart of the base area at Purgatory Village Plaza, a perfect pairing for a Paradise ceremony as it is conveniently located steps away from the base of Lift 1. Purgy’s is also great as a a fun and vibrant location for your reception, rehearsal dinner or morning brunch location, easy walking distance to Purgatory Resort lodging. Purgy’s features gourmet cuisine and attentive service, with expansive windows facing the Resort’s mountain trails and an outdoor patio with fire pit for cocktail hour or late night treats.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 180 People
Features
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Special Features:
Purgy’s features gourmet cuisine and attentive service, with expansive windows facing the Resort’s mountain trails and an outdoor patio with fire pit for cocktail hour or late night treats.
Outdoor Venue
| Maximum Capacity: 200
Romantic Woodland Wedding
Seasonal access (June thru mid-October)
Mother Nature has taken care of the decorating at this romantic site, nestled amid aspen and pines, with the Needles Mountain Range in the background. Exchange vows in one of Purgatory’s most peaceful settings. Complete your day with a reception at any of our Purgatory Village venues.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Theater
Capacity: 200 People
Outdoor Venue
| Maximum Capacity: 200
Open Meadow with Amazing Backdrop!
200+ guests
Seasonal access (June thru mid-October)
This alpine meadow just happens to be framed by the rugged peak of Engineer Mountain. Whether your style is Rustic, Vintage, Laid Back or Classic, this site provides an effortless, romantic setting to exchange vows. Complete your day with a reception at any of our Purgatory Village venues.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Theater
Capacity: 200 People
Outdoor Venue
| Maximum Capacity: 200
This multi-level building is perfectly suited for a rustic, mountain ceremony and reception or breakout sessions and meetings.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 100 People
Reception
Capacity: 200 People
General Event Space
| Maximum Capacity: 100
80 guests
Year-round access
Once an elite, private clubhouse, Durango Mountain Institute now provides the perfect space for a Corporate Meeting or Retreat, with plenty of natural light from walls of windows.
We also hold intimate weddings in this location. Ceremonies are set outdoors on the outdoor patio overlooking the base of the ski area. Receptions are indoors in the well-appointed gathering space featuring outdoor lighting from large windows, beautiful slate floors and a cozy fireplace. We strive to make your dream wedding as unique as you are!
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 80 People
Reception
Capacity: 100 People
Features
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Atmosphere/Decor:
Receptions are indoors in the well-appointed gathering space featuring outdoor lighting from large windows, beautiful slate floors and a cozy fireplace.
General Event Space
| Maximum Capacity: 120
Informal & Cozy
110 guests
Year-round access
Hoody’s resides in the heart of the base area at Purgatory Village Plaza, a fun and vibrant location for your casual reception. It’s large patio makes it a popular location for a rehearsal with BBQ dinner. The fireplace and rustic ambiance allow guests to enjoy themselves until the night’s end.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 90 People
Chevron - 18"
Capacity: 50 People
Classroom - 18"
Capacity: 120 People
Classroom - 30"
Capacity: 70 People
Conference
Capacity: 90 People
Reception
Capacity: 120 People
Features
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Atmosphere/Decor:
Rustic Ski Lodge
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Special Features:
Drop down screen and a/v projector. Large deck overlooking base of Resort ski area. Access to grassy lawn.