Category archives: The Main Event
Vintage Typewriter as Wedding Guest Book
One of my favorite parts of planning weddings is coming up with unique and creative ways to turn the obvious elements into showstoppers. At this summer wedding at the Steamboat Grand Hotel we used a vintage typewriter instead of a traditional guest book. Guests typed their well wishes and the [...]
Venue of the Month - March - Over the Edge
There's a secret side to Steamboat. Tucked away from the hotels, motels and rental condo's are a collection of homes available for weekly rentals unlike anything else in Steamboat. Once such property is Over the Edge which is offered by Moving Mountains Chalets. The seven bedroom five bath luxur[...]
Venue of the Month - February - The Old Town Pub
When you think of some of the best places to get an authentic taste of Steamboat the Old Town Pub should be on top of your list. Not only can you get about the best burger in town, it’s a great place to host any type of private party whether it be a rehearsal dinner, a bachelor party or bridal show[...]
The Main Event on the Cover of Rocky Mountain Bride Magazine
When bride to be Beth and I sat down in her dining room last winter to begin planning her wedding, I noticed a place mat under a vase sitting in the middle of the table. It was made of brown and black pheasant feathers.
As I get to know each new client and their event, I come up with a theme tha[...]
Venue of the Month - January - A Ski Mountain
Looking for a unique affordable winter wedding? If it's January and you're thinking, what kind of wedding can I have that is outside and reflects the outdoor enthusiast in me; then how about a ski wedding on a mountain? Yes, we can plan your ski wedding at any ski resort in Colorado. You can also r[...]
Small Wedding Venues
The Main Event is very excited to now have some spectacular venue options for smaller weddings in Steamboat Springs. Our access to some of the most beautiful private properties allows you and your guests to stay the whole week in a private residence and really make a full vacation out of your desti[...]
Wedding Featured in "The Knot" Magazine
The Main Event has had the honor of being published in several wedding magazines. Follow the link below for details on Cody and Thayer's ranch wedding which was featured in THE KNOT Fall/Winter 2008. We spent over a year planning this extravaganza and it was well worth the effort. With custom li[...]
Get Ready to Party!
Welcome to The Main Events' Let's Party! I am so happy you to have you as a guest! This blog is going to be a wealth of information for anyone out there throwing any kind of party. The Main Event has been consulting and planning events for over 15 years, has had a vast amount of event planning exp[...]