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SANTA FE sitting amongst the sangre de cristo foothills, santa fe is an artist colony filled with pueblo-style buildings and spanish influences. the heart of the city lies in the central plaza, where shops, restaurants and art merge to create a cultural melting pot.
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S A N TA F E 1 0 1 Advice for a perfect Santa Fe trip featuring favorite spots of the area. Planning ahead can make all of the difference for your guests and you.
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S E A S O N A L W E AT H E R With year-round beautiful weather and clear days, Santa Fe shines as an ideal wedding location. From May to August, the weather is warm and sunny, perfect for an outdoor ceremony. Fall brings cooler temps making it the most popular time of the year to tie the knot. If you are looking for that warm weather vibe and plenty of rays, July might be your best bet with average temps in the low-90s. On the other hand, if you are wanting a cozy and cool ambiance to your day, look to January and February. For a more moody day, check out the end of July through August. While there is a chance of rain, storm clouds instantly add a dramatic feel, and they say rain on your wedding day is good luck, right?
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W H AT T O P A C K Guiding guests on what to pack for your wedding can take a lot of the guesswork out of their decision. Feel free to add your wedding attire, whether it be cocktail casual or black-tie optional, to your wedding website. Here is also a great place to add little tidbits too, such as packing a shawl for the cooler months or sunglasses if you are having an outdoor summer ceremony.
ACTIVITIES At the heart of the city, find the Santa Fe Plaza, a National Historic Landmark. With winding streets, the charming area is filled with artisan shops, boutiques, restaurants, bookstores, art galleries and chapels. Tour the Loretto Chapel designed with Gothic-style architecture after the Sainte Chapelle in Paris and featuring the Miraculous Staircase. Or stroll over to the awe-inspiring Cathedral Basilica Of Saint Francis Of Assisi. An icon of New Mexico and one of the most significant artists of the 20th century, Georgia O’Keeffe’s stunning imagery lives on in the museum with her namesake. With works dating from 1901 to 1984, the museum’s collection comprises over 3,000 of O’Keeffe’s works from large-scale oil painting to sketchbook drawings. Open 7 days a week, a visit to the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum is a must for any trip to Santa Fe. Go outdoors and explore the stunning landscape of the area! With more than 1,000 miles of hiking trails, the Santa Fe National Forest offers endless adventure. Or take a hike in the adjacent Bandelier National Monument, featuring dwellings of Ancestral Puebloans dating between 1150 and 1600 AD. Finally check out the KashaKatuwe Tent Rocks National Monument with stunning cone-shaped tent rock formations formed by volcanic eruptions.
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Make it Official In the state of New Mexico, you can get your marriage license at any county clerk’s office. Your partner and you must both be in attendance with proper identification. You will be asked multiple questions while you are there such as when and where are you getting married or if you’ve had any previous marriages. It will cost $25 that must be paid at the time the license is issued. The state of New Mexico does not require you to be a resident or have a blood test but does require you have witnesses. There is no waiting period to obtain a marriage license so you can plan your wedding at your leisure. The marriage license must be recorded with the county clerk’s office within 90 days from the date of marriage.
Santa Fe County Clerk 102 Grant Avenue Santa Fe, NM 87501 For more information call or visit 505-986-6280 www.santafecountynm.gov
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Caitlin + Ben LA FONDA ON THE PLA Z A
After being set up by Caitlin’s parents on the Fourth of July, Caitlin and Ben immediately hit it off, and so they say the rest was history. Eight months later, the pair jetted off to Grand Cayman for Caitlin’s birthday. During a fancy dinner to celebrate the occasion, Caitlin unfortunately started to feel very sick. At first Ben suggested a walk in the fresh air, but Cailtin felt too nauseous to stand and insisted Ben simply talk to help take her mind off of it. Little did Caitlin know, Ben’s speech was about to change her life. He started by saying he got her an extra birthday present, pulled out the ring and proposed! Right after the proposal, Caitlin immediately started to feel better and jokes that diamonds are her magic medicine. Caitlin and Ben planned an elegant Southwest-inspired wedding for July 27th.
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SOUTHWEST SOIRÉE “We love the mountain landscape and the Southwest feel. Everything is so vibrant and colorful in New Mexico that we wanted to incorporate all of that into our wedding day.”
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-VENDORSVenue & Caterer La Fonda on the Plaza | www.lafondasantafe.com Photographer JoAnna Robertson Photography | www.joannarobertson.com Videographer Emily Joanne | www.emilyjoanne.com Sweets Cake Fetish | www.cakefetish.com Florist Parie Designs | www.pariedesigns.com Invitations & Signage Made by the bride! Gown Designer Maggie Sottero | www.maggiesottero.com Bride’s Earrings Lilly Finch | www.lillyfinch.com Hair & Makeup Genica Lee | www.genicalee.love Music & Entertainment John Edwards | www.djjohnedwards.com Honeymoon Santorini and Mykonos, Greece & Istanbul, Turkey Film Lab Richard Photo Lab | www.richardphotolab.com
ADVICE FROM THE BRIDE
“Never stop having date nights!”
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Discover Rosewood Romance From intimate ceremonies in the Library to dinners prepared for royalty in the Wine Cellar. Discover the Inn’s modern, sophisticated aesthetic while still celebrating the Southwest spirit. Handcrafted furnishings, traditional wooden ceilings, and kiva fireplaces. 113 Washington Avenue | Santa Fe, NM 87501· (505) 988-3030
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Christa + Justin p e c o s n at i o n a l h i s t o r i c pa r k
Christa and Justin met through mutual friends and dated for two years before getting engaged. During the summer, the pair jetted off for a European vacation traveling to multiple countries. Halfway through their trip, the couple was taking in everything Paris, France has to offer and enjoying countless macarons. One morning, right after waking up, Justin proposed to Christa in their bed in a simple but utterly romantic way. Christa and Justin planned an intimate, bohemian wedding for August 27th.
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MAGICAL VIBE Christa and Justin tied the knot at Pecos National Historical Park in the woods of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains just outside of Santa Fe. The Indian pueblo remains created a magical vibe for the couple to exchange their vows surrounded by their closest family and friends.
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ADVICE FROM THE BRIDE
“Keep your wedding simple and small to reduce your stress!”
-VENDORSCeremony Venue Pecos National Historical Park| www.nps.gov/peco Reception Venue Restaurant Martin | www.restaurantmartin.com Photographer Elizabeth Wells Photography | www.elizabethwellsphoto.com Florist Renegade Floral | www.renegadefloral.com Sweets Chainé | www.chainescookies.com Bridal Boutique BHLDN | www.bhldn.com Hair Jennifer McQuillan with Level 10 Salon
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RIO CHAMA Located just off the Santa Fe Plaza, Rio Chama serves up innovative, American cuisine with New Mexican influences. Choose from five private dining areas, including the President’s Room for larger parties, the Patio for al fresco dining, and the most coveted Abiquiu Room. The restaurant combines excellent food, wine and spirits with great hospitality and service, making Rio Chama perfect for any occasion! 414 Old Santa Fe Trail | 505 955 0765 | www.riochamasteakhouse.com
I N N A N D S PA AT L O R E T T O From the kitchen of Luminaria Restaurant, let your guests feast on innovative Southwestern fare and sip signature custom-crafted cocktails. Dine under stars in the Sculpture Garden, seating up to 200 guests, surrounded by local Sante Fe artists works. Or host the ultimate luxurious dinner in the Penthouse Suite, which can seat up to 75 guests. 211 Old Santa Fe Trail, Santa Fe | 505 988 5531 | www.hotelloretto.com
LA PLAZUELA Located inside La Fonda on the Plaza, La Plazuela is a fresh and flavorful innovative approach to New Mexican cuisine, cooking up traditional recipes with an enticing new twist. Step into the past and experience the splendor of the American Southwest as the restaurant takes you on a food adventure in an intimate dining experience. 100 E. San Francisco Street | 505 982 5511 | www.lafondasantafe.com
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TERRA At the Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado, discover Terra featuring the flavors of northern New Mexico, where global influences meet regional delights. Reserve The Piñon Room, which evokes the essence of the natural surroundings and seats up to 30. Or take in sunset views of the Jemez Mountains on the Lower Patio that seats up to 40. 198 State Road 592 | 505 946 5700 | www.fourseasons.com/santafe
E L FA R O L R E S TA U R A N T If you are looking for an authentic Santa Fe dining experience, check out El Farol. Known as Santa Fe’s most historic and iconic restaurant and bar, El Farol features traditional Spanish tapas, dinner shows with musicians and Flamenco dancers. With several rooms to choose from, all decked out with local artwork, the restaurant can accommodate parties of 20-150 guests. 808 Canyon Road | 505 983 9912 | www.elfarolsantafe.com
ROSEWOOD INN OF THE ANASAZI Inspired by Santa Fe’s rich culture and culinary history, the executive chef at the Anasazi Restaurant fuses Old World techniques with modern recipes for a one-of-a-kind menu for your guests. Get cozy in the Wine Cellar with your 10 closest family and friends, or toast to the evening in the Library, which can hold up to 50 guests. 113 Washington Avenue | 505 988 3030 | www.rosewoodhotels.com/anasazi
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Allie + Matt engagement
real beginnings
Allie and Matt met when they moved in next door to each other in college. The pair soon became very good friends but didn’t start dating until over a year later. Building off their strong friendship, they knew this relationship was something very special.
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THE PROPOSAL After five years of dating, Allie and Matt took a trip to Santa Barbara to soak up a little California sunshine. On one evening of the trip, the couple walked down to the beach to take in the sunset. With the sun shimmering across the ocean as it dipped below the horizon, Matt asked Allie to marry him, and she, of course, said, “Yes!” The pair are planning an early summer wedding at the Loretto Chapel and La Fonda on the Plaza.
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Building our Future
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SANTA FE’S DESTINATION FOR LOVE AND MEMORIES
TO PLAN YOUR LA FONDA WEDDING, CONTACT OUR WEDDING SPECIALIST
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For a Wedding That Makes History
At El Rancho de las Golondrinas, your wedding will be unique, memorable, and part of history. Located on 200 acres in a rural farming valley just south of Santa Fe, New Mexico, this living history museum offers multiple ceremony locations, both indoors and outdoors, in a picturesque Southwest landscape. Call 505-471-2261 or visit golondrinas.org to plan your special ceremony in The Land of Enchantment.
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Crisp & Modern
Playing off the crisp white walls of Site Santa Fe, Kryshana Madrid Weddings & Events created this modern wedding inspiration with lots of neutrals and pops of color in warm tones of sunshine yellow, rust red and creamsicle orange. White acrylic chairs with black metal pin legs face towards the altar set with a dramatic towering statement piece and two artful floral arrangements by Renegade Floral.
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S E A S O N A L FA R E Bring in traditional Southwestern fare from Paloma, a vibrant Mexican-inspired restaurant and bar, for your guests to enjoy! The restaurant focuses on carefully sourced, local ingredients to keep things fresh and seasonal. Highlight the flavors of fall in your signature cocktails with an apple cider mimosas and whiskey sour.
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site santa fe | www.sitesantafe.org kryshana madrid wedding & events photographer great woodland photography | www.greatwoodlandphotography.com invitations letterpress made | www.letterpressmade.com calligrapher hello jori handlettering | @hellojori caterer & sweets paloma | www.palomasantafe.com florist renegade floral | www.renegadefloral.com bridal boutique & designer bhldn | www.bhldn.com bride’s veil veiled beauty | @veiledbeauty bride’s shoes madewell | www.madewell.com groom’s attire friar tux | www.friartux.com hair & makeup madeline mccue makeup | www.madelinemccuemakeup.com bride’s ring, jewelry & groom’s accessories santa fe goldworks | www.santafegoldworks.com rentals rust vintage rentals | www.rustvintagerentals.com drinkware, cups & vases whiskey & clay | www.whiskeyandclay.com venue
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V E N U E S allan houser sculpture garden 22 haozous road santa fe, new mexico 505 471 1528 www.allanhouser.com
el farol restaurant 808 canyon road santa fe, new mexico 505 983 9912 www.elfarolsantafe.com
bishop’s lodge 1297 bishops lodge road santa fe, new mexico 505 819 0095 www.bishopslodge.com
el rancho de las golondrinas 334 los pinos road santa fe, new mexico 505 471 2261 www.golondrinas.org
blame her ranch 2000 old pecos trail santa fe, new mexico 575 421 0128 www.blameherranch.com
el rey court 1862 cerillos road santa fe, new mexico 505 982 1931 www.elreycourt.com
cathedral basillica of saint francis of assisi 131 cathedral place santa fe, new mexico 505 982 5619 www.cbsfa.org
four seasons resort rancho encantado 198 state road 592 santa fe, new mexico 505 946 5700 www.fourseasons.com/santafe
casa escondida bed & breakfast 64 co road chimayo, new mexico 505 351 4805 www.casaescondida.com
gerald peters gallery 1005 paseo de peralta santa fe, new mexico 505 954 5700 www.gpgallery.com
eldorado hotel & spa 309 w san francisco street santa fe, new mexico 505 983 5700 www.eldoradohotel.com
ghost ranch 280 private drive 1708 highway, us-84 abiquiu, new mexico 505 685 1000 www.ghostranch.org
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hacienda del cerezo 100 camino del cerezo santa fe, new mexico 505 982 8000 www.haciendadelcerezo.com
hotel st. francis 210 don gaspar ave santa fe, new mexico 505 988 4455 www.hotelstfrancis.com
hacienda dona andrea 78 vista del oro los cerrillos, new mexico 505 424 8995 www.haciendadonaandrea.com
hyde memorial state park 740 hyde park road santa fe, new mexico 505 983 7175 www.emnrd.state.nm.us
hilton santa fe buffalo thunder 20 buffalo thunder trail santa fe, new mexico 505 455 5555 www.hiltonbuffalothunder.com
inn and spa at loretto 211 old santa fe trail santa fe, new mexico 505 988 5531 www.hotelloretto.com
hilton santa fe historic plaza 100 sandoval street santa fe, new mexico 505 988 2811 www.hilton.com
inn on the alameda 303 east alameda street santa fe, new mexico 888 984 2121 www.innonthealameda.com
hotel chimayo de santa fe 125 washington avenue santa fe, new mexico 505 988 4900 www.hotelchimayo.com
la fonda on the plaza 100 e san francisco street santa fe, new mexico 505 982 5511 www.lafondasantafe.com
hotel santa fe 1501 paseo de peralta santa fe, new mexico 855 825 9876 www.hotelsantafe.com
la posada de santa fe 330 e palace avenue santa fe, new mexico 505 986 0000 www.laposadadesantafe.com
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la mesita ranch estate 23 la mesita ranch road santa fe, new mexico 505 412 9921 www.lamesitaranchestate.com
rancho de chavez 2138 state road 14 los cerillos, new mexico 505 884 3503 www.ranchodechavez.com
log river ranch 16510 us-84 chama, new mexico 575 209 0589 www.logriverranch.com
rancho manzana 26 cam de mision chimayo, new mexico 505 351 2227 www.ranchomanzana.com
loretto chapel 207 old santa fe trail santa fe, new mexico 505 982 0092 www.lorettochapel.com
restaurant martin 526 galisteo street santa fe, new mexico 505 820 0919 www.restaurantmartin.com
museum of international folk art 706 camino lejo santa fe, new mexico 505 476 1200 www.internationalfolkart.org
rosewood inn of the anasazi 113 washington avenue santa fe, new mexico 505 988 3030 www.rosewoodhotels.com/anasazi
neptune event space 728 canyon road santa fe, new mexico 505 982 0016 www.santafewedding.love
santa fe botanical garden 715 camino lejo santa fe, new mexico 505 471 9103 www.santafebotanicalgarden.org
ojo caliente mineral springs resort & spa 50 los banos drive ojo caliente, new mexico 888 939 0007 www.ojocaliente.ojospa.com
santa fe country club 4360 country club road santa fe, new mexico 505 471 2626 www.santafecountryclub.com
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santa fe opera house 301 opera drive santa fe, new mexico 800 280 4654 www.santafeopera.org
the compound restaurant 653 canyon road santa fe, new mexico 505 982 4353 www.compoundrestaurant.com
site santa fe 1606 paseo de peralta santa fe, new mexico 505 989 1199 https://sitesantafe.org
the inn of the five graces 150 east de vargas street santa fe, new mexico 505 992 0957 www.fivegraces.com
the chapel of our lady of guadalupe 417 agua fria street santa fe, new mexico 505 983 8868 https://santuariodeguadalupesantafe.com
the lodge at santa fe 750 north street francis drive santa fe, new mexico 505 992 5800 www.lodgeatsantafe.com
the club at las campanas 132 clubhouse drive santa fe, new mexico 505 995 3500 www.theclubatlascampanas.com
the parador 220 west manhattan avenue santa fe, new mexico 505 988 1177 www.paradorsantafe.com
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el rancho de las golondrinas 334 Los Pinos Road, Santa Fe | 505 471 2261 | www.golondrinas.org
El Rancho de las Golondrinas (The Ranch of the Swallows) a historic rancho and now a living history museum, was strategically located on the Camino Real, the Royal Road that extended from Mexico City to Santa Fe. The ranch provided goods for trade and was a place where the caravans that plied the road would stop on their journey coming from or going to Santa Fe. It was a paraje, an official rest stop for travelers, and was even mentioned by the great military leader and governor, Don Juan Bautista de Anza, when he stopped here with his expeditionary force in 1780. El Rancho de las Golondrinas, located on 200 acres in a rural farming valley just south of Santa Fe, New Mexico, strives to maintain examples of life during the period when Spain ruled in the southwestern portion of the North and most of the Central American continent. The museum opened in 1972 and is dedicated to the history, heritage and culture of 18th and 19th century New Mexico. Original buildings on the site date from the early 1700s.
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four seasons resort rancho encantado 198 State Road 592, Santa Fe | 505 946 5700 | fourseasons.com/santafe
Conveniently located 10 minutes from downtown Santa Fe on 57 pristine acres with endless sky for a ceiling and magnificent open spaces, Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado offers a one-of-kind luxury getaway in the heart of New Mexico. The 65-room resort combines the service excellence of Four Seasons – a spa featuring regionally-inspired treatments, a restaurant showcasing local influences and ingredients, exclusive access to adventure and nature – with the intimacy of a boutique hotel. With snow-capped Sangre de Cristo Mountains and sun-drenched mesas of the Rio Grande River valley as the backdrop, Monte Vista Terrace is the perfect outdoor venue for large weddings with views overlooking the valley and embraced by mountains that delicately change color with the sun. After your vows, move inside to the Aspen Ballroom and enjoy world-class dining from the hotel’s culinary team. From rehearsal dinners to I do’s to farewell brunches, Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado can do it all for your big day!
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curfew
coordinator required
11:00 p.m.
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rosewood inn of the anasazi 113 Washington Avenue, Santa Fe | 505 988 3030 | www.rosewoodhotels.com/anasazi
Set in the heart of New Mexico’s capital, the Rosewood Inn of the Anasazi is situated just steps from the city’s galleries, shops, museums and the historic Santa Fe Plaza. The luxury boutique hotel features 58 guest rooms, five junior suites with private balconies and one special Anasazi Suite. Guest room interiors reflect a modern, sophisticated aesthetic while still celebrating the hotel’s Southwestern spirit, offering traditional wooden ceilings and fireplaces in all the rooms. For an intimate wedding, discover the beauty and heritage of the Rosewood Inn. Filled with the colors of the Southwest, Rosewood Inn of the Anasazi offers couples an elegant, modern take on pueblo life as the setting for their I dos. Natural sunlight floods the Library through large windows adding a glow to your vows. As the fire flickers in the background, exchange heartfelt words in front of the inviting Kiva fireplace surrounded by up to 50 of your closest family and friends.
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venue spaces
outside catering
accommodations
Indoor
No
Yes
seating capacity
outside alcohol
pet friendly
Up to 50 Seated
No
No
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curfew
coordinator required
11:00 p.m.
No
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el rey court
1862 Cerrillos Road, Santa Fe | 505 982 1931 | www.elreycourt.com
matt and tish photography
Built along the original Route 66, El Rey Court officially opened its doors in 1936. With its traditional Northern New Mexico adobe-style architecture, the motor inn was a favorite among locals and road trippers alike. Throughout the years, the El Rey has seen many additions, renovations, upgrades and changes. El Rey Court is a historic venue that embraces their history through great design, modern amenities, and thoughtful service. Tucked away on the 5-acre property, find the Spanish Courtyard, which can be combined with any of the surrounding rooms to create the ultimate private wedding experience. For a relaxed indoor/outdoor space, look to the Greenhouse & Beer Garden, which is ideal for casual weddings. If you are wanting a large reception, you can buyout La Reina, the hotel’s beautiful new mezcal and tequila-focused bar complete with an outdoor patio. With so many unique spaces, El Rey Court is the ideal spot for a wedding that will be remembered forever.
venue spaces
outside catering
accommodations
Indoor + Outdoor
Yes
Yes
seating capacity
outside alcohol
pet friendly
Up to 200 Seated
No
Yes
curfew
coordinator required
10:00 p.m.
No
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hilton santa fe buffalo thunder 20 Buffalo Thunder Trail, Santa Fe | 505 455 5555 | www.hiltonbuffalothunder.com
Discover New Mexico’s largest entertainment hotel, Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder. Vibrant, spectacular and locally inspired, the hotel merges the excitement and glamour of a Las Vegas casino with the relaxing ambiance and opulent amenities of a world-class spa and golf course. With countless amenities and breathtaking mountain views, Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder is your destination for the ultimate Santa Fe wedding experience. Your wedding deserves the special attention to detail that Hilton Hotels are world-famous for offering. The banquet and catering team is dedicated to providing the highest level of service to the most discerning clientele. The romantic Spanish Mission Chapel on the property can accommodate up to 250 guests followed by a reception in one of the hotel’s two spacious ballrooms. Also beyond the walls of Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder lies an exclusive opportunity to host your wedding at La Mesita Ranch, a private estate nestled in a lush river valley.
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outside catering
accommodations
Indoor + Outdoor
No
Yes
seating capacity
outside alcohol
pet friendly
Up to 250
No
No
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curfew
coordinator required
11:00 p.m.
No
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la fonda on the plaza 100 East San Francisco Street, Santa Fe | 505 982 5511 | www.lafondasantafe.com
JoAnna robertson photography
Steeped in tradition and emitting a truly timeless aura, La Fonda on the Plaza provides an elegant atmosphere for the most memorable wedding in Santa Fe. Whether you want to mark the beginning of your union with a heartfelt champagne toast or by whisking your love around the dance floor, the venue’s expert wedding planners make certain your special day is exactly what you have always dreamt. Authentic New Mexican decor, including inviting kiva fireplaces, hand-punched tin chandeliers and traditional terracotta tile, offer an air of romance, while delectable catering services will both entice and impress every guest. La Fonda on the Plaza has a variety of indoor and outdoor spaces to say I do! Host your nuptials in La Terraza Room featuring a stunning terrace with breathtaking views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and the Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis de Assisi. Or for smaller affairs, the New Mexico Room and Santa Fe Room are filled with culture and charm.
venue spaces
outside catering
accommodations
Indoor + Outdoor
No
Yes
seating capacity
outside alcohol
pet friendly
Up to 100 Seated
No
No
curfew
coordinator required
11:00 p.m.
No
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inn and spa at loretto 211 Old Santa Fe Trail, Santa Fe | 505 988 5531 | www.hotelloretto.com
tony gambino photography
Nestled in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains at the end of the Santa Fe Trail and ideally located in the heart of Santa Fe, the Inn and Spa at Loretto is just one block from the historic Santa Fe Plaza galleries, museums, boutiques and restaurants. As an architectural recreation of the famous Taos Pueblo, the Inn and Spa at Loretto provides a magnificent backdrop for your extraordinary wedding, while the staff takes pride in providing an unforgettable experience and flawless execution of events large and small. Whether you envision understated elegance, ultimate sophistication or a true New Mexican fiesta, the venue’s team is committed to personalizing an experience with attention to detail and personalized service. Tie the knot at the famed Loretto Chapel before seamlessly transitioning to the Inn and Spa at Loretto for your reception. With several ballrooms to choose from including a stunning Sculpture Garden, your wedding is guaranteed to be as unique as you are.
venue spaces
outside catering
accommodations
Indoor + Outdoor
No
Yes
seating capacity
outside alcohol
pet friendly
Up to 100 Seated
No
Yes
curfew
coordinator required
11:00 p.m.
No
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hotel st. francis 210 Don Gaspar Avenue, Santa Fe | 505 983 5700 | www.hotelstfrancis.com
Regarded as the oldest hotel in Santa Fe, Hotel St. Francis offers a seamless blend of contemporary styling and historic inspiration. The hotel features hand-crafted furnishings and authentic artisan touches reminiscent of Santa Fe’s early Franciscan heritage. Located steps away from the historic Santa Fe Plaza, Hotel St. Francis offers guests access to the city’s most prominent attractions, including the Palace of the Governors, the Miraculous Staircase in the Loretto Chapel and Artist Row of Canyon Road. Located on the property is Santa Fe’s premier cocktail bar, Secreto Lounge, renowned for its award-winning “Garden-to-Glass” libations; the Gruet Tasting Room, offering premium sparkling wines and cocktails; and Market Steer Steakhouse, serving American fare with a distinctly New Mexican twist. For intimate weddings, the property’s Grand Lobby is a unique ceremony and reception space with iconic accents. Smaller groups can also congregate in the Gruet Santa Fe Tasting Room, Secreto Lounge, or the covered Loggia patio during the warmer months.
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kevin guevara photography
venue spaces
outside catering
accommodations
Indoor + Outdoor
No
Yes
seating capacity
outside alcohol
pet friendly
Up to 60 Seated
No
Yes
curfew
coordinator required
12:00 a.m.
No
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log river ranch 16510 US-84, Chama | 575 209 0589 | www.logriverranch.com
Log River Ranch is a beautiful mountain ranch wedding and event venue located in Northern New Mexico, that serves couples from all over. This gorgeous 40-acre property is situated along the banks of the Rio Chama. Located just 4 miles south of the historic town of Chama, NM, Log River Ranch offers couples multiple sites for a charming, outdoor ceremony, followed by a reception in the rustic, timber-framed barn. Also on the property is a one of a kind 5,500 sq ft log cabin built along the bank of the river. The cabin can sleep 10-14, and is available to rent as well, encouraging a longer, intimate wedding event. Log River Ranch is family owned and operated, so you can expect nothing short of exceptional service and care with your wedding day.
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venue spaces
outside catering
accommodations
Indoor + Outdoor Weather Backup
Yes
Yes
seating capacity
outside alcohol
pet friendly
Up to 200
Yes
No
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curfew
coordinator required
12:00 a.m.
No
chama
shutterfreek photography
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eldorado hotel & spa 309 West San Francisco Street, Santa Fe | 505 983 5700 | www.eldoradohotel.com
alicia lucia photography
Eldorado Hotel & Spa is an unique AAA Four-Diamond-rated Santa Fe hotel that shares the story of Eldorado, the search for the lost city of gold, with a modern twist. Located just steps away from the historic Santa Fe Plaza, the thrill of discovery is met with true reward, celebrating centuries of tradition and culture in a bold new expression of design and creativity. Paying homage to the hotel’s namesake, exchange vows in La Capilla de Oro, The Chapel of Gold, featuring a simplistic and modern design with gold elements sought by Spanish explorers in their search for Eldorado. The chapel seats 150 guests and offers a bridal suite and dramatic vestibule entrance. Another ceremony site is the Roof Top Presidential Balcony with sweeping views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and city’s renowned downtown. For your reception, step into the largest ballroom in Santa Fe, the Eldorado Grand Ballroom, which can seat up to 500 guests.
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outside catering
accommodations
Indoor + Outdoor
No
Yes
seating capacity
outside alcohol
pet friendly
Up to 500 Seated
No
No
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curfew
coordinator required
11:00 p.m.
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introducing
Q & A with
Manmade & Sage By: Erin Mitschele
What is your favorite part of the job? My favorite part of my job is getting to know my couple and tailoring their wedding to reflect their story, who they are individually and as a team. I like to know where they are from, how they met, what their hobbies are, individually and as a couple, what music they listen to, and their personal styles.
Where do you come up with your ideas? My ideas are sparked by my couples’ story and what they envision to be their dream day. That gets me started and then I start pulling ideas from all fields of the art and design world, rifling through endless images of fashion trends, interior spaces, paintings, installation art, and graphic design. Another significant source of my inspiration comes from the land I live in. I’m born and raised in New Mexico and I’m in love with it! I am ever in awe of its natural beauty, it’s history, it’s architecture, and of course its food!
What is one thing you wish you could educate your clients on? Most of my clients have never planned a wedding before and therefore really have little to no idea just how many hours go in to planning and designing every detail! If you want it done right, it takes time!
meet amanda marshall, wedding designer
this - or- that
early bird
night owl
audible
paper
mountain lover
beach bum
spring
fall
band
dj
soup
salad
donuts
cake
hair up
hair down
natural makeup
bring the drama
tulle
lace
dog
cat
Who gives you the best advice? My husband! He is such a good listener and always offers rational, level headed advise.
What trend do you wish would dissappear? Poorly done welcome bags for guests! Nobody wants a myriad of things with you and your fiance’s names plastered on them, a water bottle, and a bag of Doritos! Don’t get me wrong, I love the idea of having some sort of gift to welcome your guests but stick to unique, stick to local, and resist the urge to put your name on everything!
Favorite Wedding Season? Every season in New Mexico is beautiful in it’s own way but I would have to say fall is my favorite. The days are warm and the nights are cool, you start to smell the scent of pinon wood in the air from people burning fires at night. It’s green chile season! And there are so many things going on in the state which is great for people who are planning a destination wedding where where their guests will most likely want to stay a couple extra days.
www.LogRiverRanch.com | @LogRiverRanch LogRiverRanch@gmail.com | (575)209-0589 Chama, NM
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