More results We know for a fact that hosting events like weddings, memorial services, family reunions, birthday parties and anniversaries can be stressful. Trying to make special only adds to the pressure. The venues on this list provide a memorable place to spend time with your guests and they include friendly, dedicated service to ensure your event goes well. Even better, they may be easier to book due to their unique venue — not many people know you can host an event at the Garden of the Gods Trading Post.
Read on to get to know more about these unexpected Colorado Springs event venues. It really is a venue for everyone and they provide incredible service to make it truly memorable. But it also has giraffes, meerkats, elephants and wolves. Smaller parties may even allow you to participate in animal enrichment or an animal encounter led by a zookeeper. Now about the venue as a whole. That means the zoo is pretty hilly but they will provide assistance for guess with mobility needs. There are elevators and other features to maximize accessibility so you can include everyone in your special event.
There are two indoor venues that can host parties of up to guests. The Safari Lodge and the Lodge at Moose Lake are very popular wedding reception venues and you can even buy out the entire zoo for a large-scale private event.
There are options for catering by award-winning chefs and many other amenities you might not expect from a local zoo. When you think of the Garden of the Gods Trading Post, you probably think of fresh fudge, cool art and thousands of items spread across the expansive store. Those are certainly our favorite things about making a visit after a day spent hiking and exploring the park. However, this massive shop also hosts events. While the size of the building has expanded over the years, the core historic shop is still, as is the tranquil courtyard.
Large events are hosted in the Peak View Conference Center, with capacity for up to guests. For small groups, the Post has two outdoor locations. The venue has some catering options — they host luncheons for tour groups and other large parties.
