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The Riverside Private & Public Event Venue
4.6 ★★★★★ 136 Google reviews · Barn wedding venue in Boulder, Colorado
Relaxed, creek-side venue boasting a rooftop terrace, a patio and a dance floor.
Plan your tour
- Capacity hosts up to 150 guests, per the venue's own info
- Catering in-house catering & bar — confirm the policy (and any fees) before you book your caterer
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (720) 443-2322
- Website boulderriverside.com — most venues book tours right on their site
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM–5 PM |
The setting
“A historic building combined with mountain views, eclectic design and the creekside patio makes you really feel like you're in Boulder”
“I was part of a group that recently held a charity event there and it is an incredible venue in the middle of Boulder with a huge patio overhanging the creek.”
Amenities couples mention
“The venue itself was exactly what we were looking for with its charm and ambience by the river, market lights and a dance floor/patio.”
“I was part of a group that recently held a charity event there and it is an incredible venue in the middle of Boulder with a huge patio overhanging the creek.”
“A historic building combined with mountain views, eclectic design and the creekside patio makes you really feel like you're in Boulder”
“The venue itself was exactly what we were looking for with its charm and ambience by the river, market lights and a dance floor/patio.”
What couples say again and again
“The creek side patio is large and has several levels with seating right next to a rushing white water section of the beautiful Boulder Creek.”
“10/10 (5 stars) The experience that my family and I had over Thanksgiving Day at this amazing establishment was above and beyond what I could have imagined.”
“Their attention to detail, seamless coordination, and warm hospitality made all the difference.”
“Lauren, the Riverside event coordinator, worked closely with us over the last several months making sure that every single detail was perfect.”
“Our guests loved the outdoor patio right on the creek, and the indoor areas were perfect for dinner, dancing, and a photobooth.”
From the reviews
Nice event venue. Gorgeous patio tucked away by the river. Yummy plant based finger foods.
The Riverside was the absolute perfect venue for our October wedding in Boulder, and we cannot recommend Ed and his incredible team enough! From our first tasting and walkthrough, they exceeded every expectation, and on our wedding day, they truly made the experience unforgettable.
The Riverside was an amazing place to have our wedding reception. Everything went beyond our expectations from the outstanding food, to the romantic setting by the creek, to the phenomenal service. Our guests commented on how it was the best food they had ever had at a wedding.
We celebrated our daughters wedding with a reception at The Riverside and we couldn't be happier with our choice of venue. Lauren was absolutely wonderful to work with from our early planning and taste testing to the night of the event. She was so accommodating and was so easy to work with.
Getting married at The Riverside Private & Public Event Venue
The Riverside Private & Public Event Venue comes up for weddings — confirmed on their own site. Two things make the tour worth the drive. First, see it at the time of day you'd actually get married — a barn that glows at golden hour can feel very different at noon, and you'll want to walk the path your guests take from parking to ceremony to reception. Second, bring your real questions: the rain plan (where does the ceremony move?), the catering and bar policy, the music curfew, and exactly what's included with the rental — tables, chairs, setup, and teardown are where quotes quietly diverge. Popular dates at barn venues book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what's open in your season before you leave.
Corporate events & private parties at The Riverside Private & Public Event Venue
Reviews and the venue's own info mention corporate events, retreats, or private parties at The Riverside Private & Public Event Venue — barn venues often have real weekday availability since weddings claim the weekends. A quick call answers the three things that matter: weekday and off-season rates, whether the space works for your headcount and A/V needs, and what catering is allowed. If your event lands on a Friday or Saturday in wedding season, ask early.
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