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ON YOUR ENGAGEMENT!
Whether you are looking for an expansive mountaintop
view, rustic lodge setting, or you are a foodie at heart Keystone Resort offers a variety of venues to host events of
all sizes from a small party of two, to a celebration of three
hundred. When you select Keystone for your celebration,
a Wedding Specialist will assist with many of your planning details including menu selection, logistics & timing,
lodging setup and assistance coordinating rehearsal dinner
arrangements and activities across the resort. No matter
which venue you choose, you will experience exceptional
service in our spectacular surroundings.
Keystone — Take your wedding to new heights
Please contact our Catering Sales Office at (877) 625—1540
or keystoneweddings@vailresorts.com with any questions or if you are
ready to schedule a site tour.
KEYSTONEWEDDINGS.COM
Photography courtesy of Michelle Hart Photography
SIGNATURE VENUES
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Photography courtesy of (from left): Katie Corinne Photography, IN Photography, Paul Versluis Versluis Photography
Capacity: up to 90
Outdoor Ceremony Capability: Yes
Changing Area: Yes
Valet Parking: No
On-Premise Catering: Yes
Outside Food & Beverage Allowed: No
Resort Guest Accommodations: Yes
Complimentary Transportation: Yes
On-Mountain Venue: Yes
Seasonal Availability: Thanksgiving through early April; mid-June through mid-September
On-site Weather Backup: Yes
At an elevation of 11,444 feet above sea level, Alpenglow Stube is the highest
AAA 4-Diamond restaurant in North America. This is an elegant dining and
reception location with a unique show kitchen and award winning service.
Guests will enjoy the breathtaking gondola ride from River Run Village. Summer
ceremonies are held on the Keytop Overlook deck or Schoolmarm ski run at
the top of Dercum Mountain. From there, guests journey on a short gondola
ride to the restaurant for the reception. Winter ceremonies are performed in
the dining room in front of the beautiful bay windows.
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Photography courtesy of Marianne Brown Photography
Capacity: Summer up to 180
Winter up to 120
Outdoor Ceremony Capability: Yes
Changing Area: Yes – bridal suite
Valet Parking: Yes
On-Premise Catering: Yes
Outside Food & Beverage Allowed: No
Resort Guest Accommodations: Yes
Complimentary Transportation: Yes
On-Mountain Venue: No
Seasonal Availability: Year Round
On-site Weather Backup: Yes
Experience the extraordinary blend of the Colorado frontier and fine dining in
the rustic elegance of this original 1930’s Ranch homestead. Summer ceremonies
are orchestrated on the luxurious green lawn overlooking Keystone Ranch Golf
Course with spectacular views of Swan Mountain and the Ten Mile Range.
Winter ceremonies have a warm, romantic feel in front of the floor to ceiling
stone fireplace that was a wedding present to the original owner's daughter.
The Ranch is rated by Zagat Survey with a AAA 4-Diamond rating and is a winner
of Wine Spectator’s Best of Award of Excellence and the DiRoNa Award.
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SIGNATURE VENUES
Photography courtesy of IN Photography
Capacity: Inside up to 74
Outside up to 120 (with tent)
Outdoor Ceremony Capability: Yes
Changing Area: Yes
Valet Parking: No
On-Premise Catering: Yes
Outside Food & Beverage Allowed: No
Resort Guest Accommodations: Yes Sleeps up to 26 guests on-site
Complimentary Transportation: Yes
On-Mountain Venue: No
Seasonal Availability: Year Round
On-site Weather Backup: Yes
At the Ski Tip Lodge, old world charm is combined with contemporary services
and award winning dining in a storybook alpine setting. Reminiscent of a rustic
Swiss lodge, the Ski Tip debuted as a stagecoach stop in the 1880’s and in
1947 became Colorado’s first ski lodge. Summer events have a garden setting
on the patio & lawn. In the winter, the living room provides a romantic setting
for intimate ceremonies. Ski Tip is also an operating bed and breakfast and
provides lodging for some of your guests.
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Photography courtesy of IN Photography, Emilyanne Hardy Photography, Jason+Gina Photography
Capacity: up to 300
Outdoor Ceremony Capability: Yes
Changing Area: Yes
Valet Parking: No
On-Premise Catering: Yes
Outside Food & Beverage Allowed: No
Resort Guest Accommodations: Yes
Complimentary Transportation: Yes
On-Mountain Venue: Yes
Seasonal Availability: Thanksgiving
through early April; mid-June
through mid-September
On-site Weather Backup: Yes
Located at the top of North Peak, Timber Ridge offers a spacious mountain
lodge atmosphere with cathedral ceilings and a two-story fireplace.
Ceremonies on the outdoor wooden deck or on Anticipation ski run have
magnificent views of the Gore and Ten Mile Ranges. Guests will enjoy the
breathtaking gondola ride from River Run Village. Timber Ridge is a magical
place to exchange your vows and celebrate with loved ones amidst the majestic
Rocky Mountains.
ADDITIONAL VENUES
INTIMATE WEDDINGS, REHEARSAL DINNERS, WELCOME PARTIES & BRUNCHES
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Bighorn Bistro, located inside the Keystone Lodge & Spa, has breathtaking
views of the Continental Divide and Keystone Lake. Summer ceremonies take
place in the open-air Lakeside Gazebo. In the winter, the Lakeside Suite provides
a comfortable setting for ceremonies while maintaining the beautiful outdoor
views from the floor to ceiling windows. The Bighorn Bar is a wonderful space
for receiving and entertaining guests for the cocktail hour. Accommodates up
to 85 guests year round.
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For a more casual event, enjoy a scenic horse drawn wagon or sleigh
ride through the Soda Creek Valley to reach the enchanting Soda Creek
Homestead. Upon arrival at the homestead, you will be greeted by our
friendly Keystone Wranglers and treated to a dinner as big as the outdoors.
Ceremonies can be held outdoors at the wagon destination or inside a small
cabin in the winter. Accommodates up to 160 guests in summer, up to 55 guests
in winter. Standard package pricing does not apply.
Edgewater Caf�
Enjoy your rehearsal dinner or post-wedding brunch on the shores of Keystone
Lake in this casual café. This café has floor to ceiling windows that open up to
the lakeside patio seating in the summer. Accommodates up to 85 guests year round.
ADDITIONAL VENUES
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At the Keystone Lodge & Spa, the Lodge Ballroom offers a more traditional
setting for larger groups. Summer ceremonies take place in the open-air Lakeside
Gazebo. Enjoy your cocktail hour in the Gallery adjacent to the ballroom.
Accommodates up to 300 guests year round.
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A private dining room adjacent to the Bighorn Bistro, the Littlehorn Room
provides an elegant dining space for smaller groups. Summer ceremonies
take place in the Lakeside Gazebo or on the Mountain View Terrace, both
overlooking Keystone Lake. In the winter, the Lakeside Suite provides a
comfortable setting for ceremonies while maintaining the beautiful outdoor
views from the floor to ceiling windows. The Bighorn Bar is a wonderful
space for receiving and entertaining guests for the cocktail hour. Accommodates
up to 60 guests for dining year round. Standard package pricing does not apply.
Out of Bounds
Located on the shores of Keystone Lake, Out of Bounds provides a relaxed
and casual atmosphere great for welcome parties and rehearsal dinners.
This venue offers plenty of space with views overlooking the mountain and
lake. Accommodates up to 125 guests downstairs and 350 guests in entire
building year round.
Soda Ridge Stables BBQ
Nothing but all-American fun at the Keystone Stables! This is an authentic Barn
Dance and BBQ. Upon arrival at the Stables, there is optional live Country
Western entertainment (Optional DJ and line dance instructor), horseshoes,
“steer roping,” and a great barbecue dinner to satisfy hungry guests.
Minimum 50 adults, accommodates up to 500 guests.
Photography courtesy of VanBuren Photography
Photography courtesy of IN Photography
FOOD & BEVERAGE
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Keystone has a reputation for outstanding culinary excellence and our chefs
strive to delight all of your senses in your dining experience. Our wedding food
and beverage packages include: choice of four hors d’oeuvres, plated
dinner, wedding cake or dessert buffet, one complimentary champagne
toast and a five hour bar, including beer, wine & liquor. Wedding menus
and bar selections are unique to each venue. All food and beverage must be
catered through Keystone Resort utilizing Keystone’s current menu selections.
Packages
Valley Venues
Keystone Ranch &
Ski Tip Lodge
On-Mountain Venues
Alpenglow Stube &
Timber Ridge
Montezuma
$130 per adult +++
$135 per adult +++
Argentine
$145 per adult +++
$150 per adult +++
Quandary
$160 per adult +++
$165 per adult +++
Children Ages 4–12
$55 per child +++
$55 per child +++
All food and beverage is subject to a 20% service charge and 5.9% surcharge (6.4% at Ski Tip Lodge), all taxable
at 5.78%. A 2.55% United States Forest Service Fee will apply for on-mountain locations. These fees are in addition
to the package prices listed above. Prices are subject to change.
Also included in your wedding package:
• Discounted lodging rates for you and your guests throughout the Resort
• One complimentary night stay for the wedding couple in a hotel room or
a one-bedroom River Run neighborhood condominium*
• Complimentary dinner for the wedding couple at the wedding venue*
• Complimentary cake consultation with our award-winning Executive Pastry
. Chef Ned Archibald*
• Complimentary transportation for you and your guests throughout the Resort
• Complimentary cake cutting
• Complimentary ceremony rehearsal space (based on venue availability)
• Discounted golf rates for both of our top-ranked courses within the Resort
*Minimum catering thresholds and lodging requirements apply
Photography from left: Michele Hart Photography, Michele Hart Photography, Paul Versluis Versluis Photography
PACKAGES & PRICING
FOOD & BEVERAGE MINIMUMS AND VENUE PACKAGES
Food and beverage minimums listed below are for summer events only. Fridays
and Sundays of holiday weekends are priced as Saturdays. Minimums and
venue packages vary for fall, winter and spring events. Pricing for winter
on-mountain events may be increased due to skier visitation. Food & beverage
minimums listed are before tax, surcharge and service charge.
ALPENGLOW STUBE
SATURDAY: $5,500 food & beverage minimum / $1,500 venue package
FRIDAY & SUNDAY: $5,000 food & beverage minimum / $1,500 venue package
KEYSTONE RANCH
FRIDAY: $10,000 food & beverage minimum / $1,000 venue package
SATURDAY: $12,000 food & beverage minimum / $1,350 venue package
SUNDAY: $8,000 food & beverage minimum / $850 venue package
SKI TIP LODGE
FRIDAY: $8,000 food & beverage minimum / $650 venue package
SATURDAY: $9,000 food & beverage minimum / $850 venue package
SUNDAY: $6,500 food & beverage minimum / $650 venue package
*Guest count over 75 at Ski Tip Lodge requires a tent rental of $2,000 + tax – standard
venue pricing is waived. Evening weddings at Ski Tip Lodge require lodging buyout of all 10 rooms
($1,400+++ for summer, $1,300+++ for spring/fall, $1,600+++ for winter). Rooms can be paid
for by client or by individual guests.
TIMBER RIDGE
SATURDAY: $16,000 food & beverage minimum / $2,750 venue package
FRIDAY & SUNDAY: $10,000 food & beverage minimum / $2,350 venue package
THURSDAY: $8,000 food & beverage minimum / $2,350 venue package
Venue Packages include:
• Ceremony guest chairs - including setup and removal of chairs
• Dining tables & chairs - including setup of table arrangement
• Dinnerware, flatware & glassware
• Venue’s standard table linens (white or ivory)
• Optional items: altar table, program table, additional tables for cake, gifts, guest book & place cards, cake knife & server, champagne flutes, table stanchions & table numbers
• Timber Ridge & Alpenglow Stube include gondola transportation for all guests & vendors during normal operating hours
• Keystone Ranch includes golf cart access to rustic barns, wooden arbor and bridal suite
• Ski Tip Lodge includes buffet breakfast for lodging guests the morning following the wedding
SAMPLE MENUS
MONTEZUMA PACKAGE
ARGENTINE PACKAGE
Displayed & Hand Passed Hors d’Oeuvres
Cheeses of the World Platter
domestic and imported cheese display to include
Garlic & Herb Boursin, Smoked American Cheddar,
Maytag Blue, Walnut Gourmandise, Brie & Chevre,
with fresh summer berries and Lahvosh crackers
Balsamic Caramelized Onion Tartlet
with feta in a phyllo cup
Petite Chicken Wellington
chicken breast with mushroom duxelle in puff pastry
Pancetta Stuffed Mushrooms
with Gorgonzola and spinach
Displayed & Hand Passed Hors d’Oeuvres
Mediterranean Bruschetta Platter
crostini with hummus, olive tapenade, roasted garlic
pesto with roasted tomatoes, fresh mozzarella,
roasted sweet peppers, grilled artichokes and
marinated mushrooms
Smoked Salmon Pinwheel
with herbed cream cheese on sun-dried tomato crisp
garnished with crispy caper
Petite Crab Cakes
with herb aioli
Apricot & Brie Stuffed Tartlet
with spiced candied walnuts
Plated Dinner
Baby Pear Tomatoes, Ciliegine Mozzarella and
Organic Mixed Greens
with balsamic vinaigrette
Chef’s Choice Sorbet Intermezzo
Garlic & Herb Roasted Breast of Chicken
with Cognac mushroom reduction sauce and
Colorado potato-herb gnocchi
OR
Pan-seared Salmon Fillet
with red onion marmalade, herb beurre blanc
and spinach risotto
Served with chef’s choice of seasonal vegetables
and a selection of artisan breads and rolls
Cake
Cappuccino Toffee Crunch Wedding Cake
vanilla sponge cake filled with a Cappuccino cream,
loaded with crunchy pieces of Heath bar candy
Plated Dinner
Baby Lettuces with Strawberries, Toasted
Almonds & Chevre
with champagne vinaigrette
Mango Ginger Sorbet Intermezzo
Petite Filet Mignon and Rocky Mountain Trout Duet
with herb demi-glace and roasted garlic applewood
smoked bacon mashed potatoes
Served with chef’s choice of seasonal vegetables
and a selection of artisan breads and rolls
Cake
Wild Mountain Berry Chantilly Wedding Cake
Vanilla sponge cake with Bavarian custard cream,
and fresh berries marinated in Grand Marnier
Coffee, decaffeinated coffee and hot tea
available after dinner
Coffee, decaffeinated coffee and hot tea
available after dinner
One Complimentary Champagne Toast
Chandon Brut, Sparkling Wine
One Complimentary Champagne Toast
La Marca, Prosecco, Veneto, Italy
Full Hosted Bar
Chateau St. Jean Chardonnay
Hogue “Genesis” Syrah
Domestic & Imported/Microbrew Beer Selection
Jack Daniel’s Bourbon, Canadian Club Blend Whisky,
Captain Morgan’s Dark Rum, Dewer’s Scotch,
Beefeater Gin, Finlandia Vodka
Assorted Soft Drinks
Full Hosted Bar
Cupcake Chardonnay, Cupcake Pinot Noir
Domestic Beer Selection
Bacardi Silver Rum, Canadian Mist Whisky,
Jim Beam Bourbon, Seagram’s Gin, Smirnoff Vodka,
Dewer’s Scotch, Assorted Soft Drinks
SAMPLE MENUS
QUANDARY PACKAGE
Displayed & Hand Passed Hors d’Oeuvres
Seafood “Raw Bar”
shrimp, snow crab claws and oysters with house-made cocktail sauce
displayed on ice
Roasted Beef Tenderloin
with horseradish cream cheese on toasted baguette slice brushed
with garlic oil
Smoked Salmon Blini
with lemon crème fraiche, pickled pearl red onion
Antipasto Brochette
marinated ciliegine mozzarella, pear tomatoes and Kalamata olives
with fresh basil on bamboo skewer
Plated Dinner
Mixed Baby Lettuces, Goat Cheese and Sliced Pears
with candied walnuts and a shallot rice wine vinaigrette
Champagne Sorbet Intermezzo
Herbed Breadcrumb Encrusted
Colorado Rack of Lamb
with mustard jus and local goat cheese potato gratin
OR
Crab Encrusted Alaskan Halibut Fillet
with citrus reduction and shaved asparagus risotto
Served with chef’s choice of seasonal vegetables and a selection
of artisan breads and rolls
Cake
Bailey’s Irish Cream White Chocolate Chunk Espresso
Wedding Cake
Devil's Food cake drizzled with Bailey’s, layered with milk chocolate Bailey’s
Irish Cream mousse with chunks of espresso beans and white chocolate
Coffee, decaffeinated coffee and hot tea available after dinner
One Complimentary Champagne Toast
J Cuvee 20 Brut, Sparkling Wine, Russian River Valley
Full Hosted Bar
Ferrari Carano Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley
Justin, Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles
Domestic & Imported/Microbrew Beer Selection Bombay Sapphire Gin,
Woodford Reserve Bourbon, Glenlivet Scotch, Ketel One Vodka, Johnnie
Walker Red Label Scotch, Zacapa Rum, Seagram’s V.O. Blend Whisky
Assorted Soft Drinks
*Menus vary by venue and are subject to change seasonally
Photography from top: Michelle Hart Photogrpahy,
Emilyanne Hardy Photography, Emilyanne Hardy Photography
CAKES & DESSERTS
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At Keystone Resort, we understand the important role the cake will play in
accenting your entire wedding. After booking your wedding, you’ll have the
opportunity to meet with our Executive Pastry Chef, Ned Archibald, to design
the cake of your dreams.
SIGNATURE FLAVORS
Bailey's Irish Cream Milk Chocolate
Espresso Chunk
Double Chocolate Truffle Fudge Mousse
Strawberry Chantilly
Wild Mountain Berry Chantilly
Cappuccino Toffee Crunch
Caramel Hazelnut Fudge
Red Raspberry Cream
Photography clockwise from left: Emilyanne Hardy Photography, Paul Versluis Photography, Michelle Hart Photogrpahy, Marianne Brown Photography
RESORT AMENITIES
LODGING
Discounted group rates are available to your guests on a space available
basis and will be coordinated through Keystone’s Reservations department.
There is no minimum lodging requirement except for at Ski Tip Lodge. With
two hotels and over 900 condos, Keystone Resort has something to meet all
of your guests’ needs.
ACTIVITIES
Keystone offers a wide variety of activities. Whether they’re hungry for the
adventure of mountain biking, prefer a day of golf or just want to relax at the
Keystone Spa, there’s truly something for everyone. Come soak in all the epic
scenery of our mountain paradise!
Photography courtesy of Paul Versluis Photography
TRANSPORTATION
Keystone will provide complimetary transportation to you and your group
throughout the resort. Our Reservations department has also partnered with
Colorado Mountain Express to offer discounted transportation to and from
Denver International Airport.
CONNECT WITH US
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POLICIES
DEPOSITS & PAYMENT
A $3,000 non-refundable deposit is required to book the date on a definite
status. 50% of estimated total is due 90 days before event, 75% of estimated
total is due 60 days before event. Final payment of all estimated costs is required
15 days before event.
WEDDING COORDINATORS & VENDORS
We maintain a list of preferred vendors, all of which have done weddings
at Keystone and have had postive experiences with their services. Keystone
Resort does not offer wedding coordination services. We strongly recommend
hiring a professional wedding coordinator as it can help make your special
event less stressful. Everything from helping you select the right event
professionals to assisting you with the critical details and helping you down
the aisle, a coordinator can save you time and money.
TIME ALLOWANCES
Evening weddings may begin as early as 5:00pm and conclude by 11:00pm.
Decorating for evening weddings may begin no earlier than 2:00pm. Daytime
weddings may begin as early as 9:00am and conclude by 3:00pm. All outdoor
entertainment must not be amplified later than 10:00pm. This policy is in accordance
with local noise ordinances and out of respect for other resort guests.
Photography from left: Paul Versluis Photography, Emilyanne Hardy Photography, Emilyanne Hardy Photography