A Colorado Elopement in May: Why Off-Season is Perfect

Lindsey + Joe

When Lindsey and Joe first reached out to us, they were recovering from quite the adventure—Joe had just bounced back from serious intestinal surgery (talk about putting life into perspective!)  After going through something so scary together, they knew exactly what mattered most: each other, and celebrating their love without all the wedding planning stress.  That's when they discovered our Colorado elopement packages—and we couldn't be more thrilled they did.
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Their Story: Lindsey and Joe aren't just life partners; they're business partners too, running and in agency together in Illinois. When you spend your days helping people protect what matters most, you develop a pretty clear sense of priorities. For them, that meant skipping the big wedding hoopla and focusing on what really counted: an intimate celebration in Colorado's stunning mountains.After Joe's health scare, they were ready to say "I do" without the typical wedding stress. Enter our all inclusive elopement packages—exactly what busy couples like them need..

Why May in Colorado Makes Perfect Sense (And Your Wallet Will Thank You)
Here's a little secret about May in Colorado: it's what we locals call "mud season," and it's absolutely perfect for couples who want gorgeous mountain views without the summer crowds or prices.  Sure, you'll want to pack a fleece (trust us on this one), but May offers some serious advantages:
  • Better prices: Since it's technically off-season, everything from lodging to restaurants costs less
  • Fewer crowds: You'll practically have those Instagram-worthy spots to yourselves
  • Mild weather: Chilly mornings, pleasant afternoons—perfect for layering that cute wedding jacket  (but we won't kid you, we could have snow too!)
  • Vendor availability: Your dream photographer? They're probably available
For Lindsey and Joe, choosing May 16th meant they could elope in Colorado packages that fit their budget while still getting all the mountain magic they wanted.

How Our Planning Process Took the Stress Away
Remember how we mentioned Lindsey and Joe were busy running their insurance agency? The last thing they needed was months of wedding planning stress. That's where our intimate wedding coordination really shines.  From the moment they said yes to our Colorado elopements package, we handled everything:
  • Venue Selection: We recommended not one, but TWO mountainside lakes in Summit County, Colorado—a stunning spots that are perfect  for small ceremonies with mountain backdrops. 
  • Vendor Coordination: Instead of Lindsey spending hours researching photographers and florists, we connected them with our trusted team--elopement photographer Erin Lassahn and florist Stefanie Hofmeister.
  • Timeline Creation: We mapped out every detail, from hair and makeup at their Frisco VRBO to the perfect ceremony timing that would give them golden hour photos.
  • Logistics Management: Marriage license appointment recommendations, vendor pickups, even dinner recommendations. 
May 16th started early for our team but relaxed for Lindsey and Joe. Here's how their day unfolded:
  • Morning Prep (10:30 AM - 12:30 PM): While Lindsey enjoyed hair and makeup with Heather Williams at their cozy Frisco rental, our coordinator Wendee was busy picking up their gorgeous cake from La Patisserie Francaise and Stefanie's stunning florals.
  • Getting Ready (3:00 PM - 3:45 PM): Erin captured those precious getting-ready moments and the couple's private first look—just the two of them, no pressure, pure emotion.
  • The Ceremony (4:30 PM): Standing together at one of the mountain lakes with the Colorado Rockies as their backdrop, Lindsey and Joe said their vows. No big crowd, no stress—just love and mountain views for days.
  • Celebration Time (5:00 PM - 5:45 PM): Cake cutting, champagne toasts, and photos around the second lake. Pure magic.  They got the best of BOTH locations! 

Their Perfect Elopement Day: When Everything Clicks

The Details That Made It Special
Florals That Told Their Story: Stefanie created Lindsey's bouquet with mainly white blooms and soft pink accents, plenty of eucalyptus greenery (because who doesn't love that Colorado mountain vibe?), and a matching boutonniere for Joe. Everything perfectly complemented their mountain setting.
Cake Dreams Come True: Their red velvet cake with whipped cream cheese filling wasn't just delicious—it was beautiful too, with that swooped white icing design Lindsey loved and florals that matched her bouquet.
Seamless Coordination: From pickup to setup to cleanup, Wendee made sure every detail was handled. Lindsey and Joe could focus on what mattered: each other.

Ready for Your Own Colorado Mountain Elopement?

Lindsey and Joe's elopement perfectly shows why our Colorado elopement packages work so well for couples who want something beautiful, meaningful, and stress-free. Whether you're recovering from your own life adventure or just ready to skip the wedding planning overwhelm, we've got you covered.  

Our all inclusive elopement packages include everything you need: photography, florals, coordination, cake, officiant, and all the behind-the-scenes magic that makes your day perfect. You bring the love; we'll handle the rest.  Let's chat about creating something as beautiful and stress-free as Lindsey and Joe's perfect May day. 

More From Lindsey + Joe's Colorado Elopement Package

Micro-Wedding Vendor Credits

​All-inclusive Package (includes):
  • Photographer: Erin Lassahn Photographer
  • Venue: Public lands in Summit County, Colorado
  • Planner: Wendee with Custom Weddings of Colorado
  • Onsite Coordinator: Wendee Vezzetti
  • Officiant: Phil Gallagher
  • Florist: Stefanie Hofmeister
  • Baker: LaPatisserie Francaise
Other Vendors to Budget Outside of the Package:
  • Food/Beverage: The Hearthstone
  • Lodging: AirBNB in Frisco, Colorado
  • Hair & Make: Heather Williams