Welcome parties are the perfect way to get everyone together and celebrate right before the wedding. Its a great way for you and your fiance to mingle with your guests in a more laid back atmosphere and get reacquainted with old friends. Sarah and Andrew chose to have a Western themed welcome party at Lazy J Ranch right outside of Vail, Colorado. Dylan list member Cloud 9 Weddings and Paper helped Sarah and Andrew plan the perfect party to kick off their wedding weekend celebration.

The style and decor can easily be carried over into your wedding. Although Sarah and Andrew’s wedding wasn’t a western theme, they did include hues of green, yellow, and white from their welcome party.

Not only was there a shooting range set up for guests, they also had horseshoes, a mechanical bull, and horses for their guests to ride.

Coordination: Cloud 9 Weddings and Papers (Dylan List Member)

Photography: Jenna Walker Photographers

Venue: Lazy J Ranch

Flowers: Botanica & A Design Resource

Linens: Linens Unlimited

Entertainment: Peter Fontanese