We wrote out this extensive list to make sure you all have something to do while you're visiting Colorado and there are no wedding activities planned! If you're hoping to see fall colors, you may be able to at lower elevations -- but unfortunately, the mountain colors will likely be long gone by the time you visit.

In October, most parts of Colorado are warm or chilly -- not cold! You can see Denver's 2024 October weather here, and Boulder's here

Plan for the altitude! If you are coming from New York or California especially, then you are probably living close to sea level! Both Denver and Boulder have an altitude around 5,000ft, and it is common to experience altitude sickness. 🥂 If you like to drink, be mindful that you may feel the alcohol more than usual!

Boulder >>>

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Denver >>>

🍜 Uncle | Denver

* Ramen

* Lunch & Dinner

🥘 El Five | Denver

* Reserve in advance

* Dinner

South of Denver >>>

🍜 Pho Broadway | Littleton

* Pho

* Lunch & Dinner

🍞 Toast | Littleton

* Breakfast

🍺 Breckenridge Brewery | Littleton

* Lunch and Dinner

Colorado is full of hiking; here are some of our favorites that we visit often! Alltrails is a great resource if none of these are speaking to you. Again, be mindful of the altitude!

If you are interested in hiking in Rocky Mountain National Park, keep in mind that many roads are subject to closure mid/late October, depending on snowfall, so be flexible with your plans!

🦅 Mt. Falcon Park

🌳 Shaded, ⛰️ Mountain Views, 🏰 Castle Ruins, 😁 Easy

30 minutes from Denver, an hour from Boulder

Several different trail options for all hiking levels!

✨ Enchanted Mesa Trail

🌳 Shaded, ⛰️ Flatirons View

40 minutes from Denver, just outside Boulder

A great alternative to the packed Chautauqua Park!

🐺 Coyote Song Loop

⛰️ Views, 😁 Easy

30 minutes from Denver, 45 minutes from Boulder

Located in South Valley Park, you'll get some great red rock views!

Washington Park

🍁 Trees

Located in Denver

Washington Park is one of Denver's many beautiful parks, and will likely (🤞🏻) have trees changing color around the time of the wedding. It's a great place for a walk!

⛰️ Red Rocks Ampitheater

⛰️ Views, 🎶 Music!, 🥾 Hiking

20 minutes from Denver, 40 minutes from Boulder

Red Rocks is a geologically formed, open-air amphitheatre -- a great place to see a show! Concert season runs from September to November, so you still should be able to catch a show. If that doesn't appeal to you, there are plenty of hiking trails around the ampitheatre as well! A popular one is Trading Post Trail -- see more here

Denver Botanic Gardens

🌹 Flowers, 🎈 Events

Located in Denver, 40 minutes from Boulder

The Denver Botanic Gardens technically has a second location near Chatfield Park. The Denver location is 24 acres large and display plants in a unique high-altitude climate. You can get tours if you would like. The Denver Botanic Gardens also often has events (see the seasonal event section!)

[. .. add something in Boulder here]

⛰️ Garden of the Gods

⛰️ Views

1 hour from Denver, 1.5 hours from Boulder

Located in Colorado Springs, the Garden of the Gods is a designated natural landmark. As a result, it has lots of tours available, such as a Segway Tour! But you can also just go and walk around.

⛰️ Pike's Peak

⛰️ Views, 🐏 Sheep and Goats

2 hours from Denver, 2.5 hours from Boulder

Pike's Peak is one of Colorado's famous 14-ers! Located outside Colorado Springs, it's a bit of a drive, so go down to the Springs for a day and have fun! Alternatively, take a train to the top, which is about a 3-hour ride!

🧱 Manitou Cliff Dwellings

1.25 hours from Denver, 1.75 hours from Boulder

📜 Historical

These Cliff dwellings are hundreds of years old, and actually were not originally located here, but rather near McElmo Canyon! These are located just outside Colorado Springs.

🐈 Meow Wolf

An interactive art venue called Convergence Station.

Be prepared to walk and to be amazed!

Located in Denver

🏰 Casa Bonita

The greatest restaurant in the world! The entertainment may be better than the food, though.

🥘 Mexican Food, 🪄 Magic, 🌊 Cliff Divers, and more!

Located just outside Denver in Lakewood

🏌️‍♀️ Holey Moley

An indoor mini-golf location, themed on the 80s and 90s!

Some of the holes are not what you'd expect.

🍸 Drinks!

Located in Denver

[add something in Boulder, and one thing in Colorado Springs since I have so many outdoor activities there]

♨️ Indian Hot Springs

The closest hot springs to Denver, approximately 40 minutes away. There are a few different options here, including caves!

Located in Idaho Springs

We are getting married in October, after all! 👻

😱 Creepy Walk in the Woods

1 hour from Denver, 45min from Boulder

It's like a haunted house, but in the woods! Only Fridays/Saturdays

🌽 Chatfield Farms Corn Maze

30 minutes from Denver, 50 minutes from Boulder

One of Denver Botanic Garden's events, this is located at their Chatfield Farm's location. The corn maze is 7 acres large. There is also an escape room! Only Fridays/Saturdays/Sundays

🎃 Glow at the Gardens

@ Denver Botanic Gardens (Denver location)

An illuminated path leads you through the garden, where you'll see live performers and pumpkin sculptures!