A guide to having a Barn at Howard Creek Farm wedding
The Barn at Howard Creek Farm is a stunning wedding venue located just outside Salida, Colorado (one of my favorite small mountain towns!) The venue is about 3 hours from Denver making it the perfect “getaway” location while still being accessible to all your guests.
This venue is run and operated by Aly and her husband, truly two of the sweetest, most caring venue owners I’ve ever worked with! Aly makes sure your day is running smoothly and communication with her was an absolute breeze!
If you’re looking for a photographer to capture your special day at The Barn at Howard Creek, send me a message, I’d love to learn more about your vision!
Some details on The Barn at Howard Creek Farm
| Address | 356 Co Rd 4, Howard, CO 81233 | ||
| Occupancy | 150 | ||
| Ceremony site options | Outdoor mountain view or porch in case of rain | ||
| Catering | Preferred List | ||
| Getting Ready Suite | On Site | ||
| Tables & chairs | Included for 150 people |
The Barn at Howard Creek Wedding Pricing
For the most up to date pricing, reach out directly to the venue here!
| 2024 Pricing | Starting at $9500 |
A tour of a Barn at Howard Creek Farm Wedding
Getting Ready
Getting ready is super easy at this venue since there are two massive getting ready areas on site. The first is the small barn which has an entire floor to use. There is tons of natural light and space to spread out. The other getting ready space is the silo which is just on the other side of the main barn.
Ceremony
Ceremonies at the Barn at Howard Creek Farm are usually held in the meadow a short walk from the main barn. This space has beautiful mountain views and rustic touches.
Erin and Tyler’s wedding had some inclement weather so we pivoted to the porch backup plan! This option still provided gorgeous views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains.
Cocktail Hour
Cocktail hour is held on the porch, which offers plenty of space while still being covered in the event of rain! There is also space over by the silo which has cornhole and beautiful twinkly lights!
Reception
Receptions are held in the massive 4,000 square foot main barn, which is the perfect size for around 150 guests. The space has vaulted ceilings and twinkly lights, making the space perfect for a vibey evening.
Note: the reception space can be a bit dark (which lends itself to a lovely romantic vibe) but make sure your photographer is comfortable photographing in low light!
Photo Locations
Wedding portraits are such a dream at the Barn at Howard Creek Farm! The mountains are right there which makes it really hard to take a bad photo! If you’re wanting a rustic wedding venue with a mountain backdrop, this might be the spot for you!
View a full wedding day at the Barn at Howard Creek Farm
Erin and Tyler’s early October wedding day
Things to consider when choosing a Colorado wedding venue:
- What is the rain backup plan? In the event of inclement weather, ceremonies can be held on the porch– this is a great option because it can be flipped quickly and still has mountain views.
- Is there a day of coordinator? You can add on full wedding planning and coordinating to any package, which ensures everything runs super smoothly!
- Are there good photo spots? There are so many wonderful photo opportunities. If you’re wanting fun, colorful wedding photos– this might be the venue for you!!
Are you getting married at the Barn at Howard Creek Farm? I’d love to chat with you about photography! Send me a message and I’ll get back to you within 24-48 hours.
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