Facilities
Currently Available:
The Palisade Event Center
Named for the grand rock formation that graces the canyon landscape, the brand new Palisade Event Center is surrounded by beautiful grounds. The facility houses the Palisade Grand Hall and Atrium with room for 120 guests (and plenty of dancing!); classrooms; 56 seat Experius HD Theater; Paint Horse Art Studio; Storyteller Library; and Old Sage Boardroom – all with stunning views. The Entrada Restaurant & Lounge is scheduled to open in late 2010. (See facility map below.)
The Mission Bell™ Amphitheater
The Mission Bell™ Amphitheater will accommodate 200 – 250 guests. This classic Southwestern space is designed to offer refined elegance in an outdoor setting.
The Paradox Grille Courtyard and Cottonwood Terrace
The shaded lawn of the Cottonwood Terrace is a wonderful location for ceremonies and extended wedding festivities for up to 150 guests.
Auto Museum Back Courtyard
A quiet, secluded courtyard surrounded by lush grass and gorgeous scenery set a short distance away from the resort, a more secluded place to host your special event for up to 150 guests.
Auto Museum Archway (West Side)
The Auto Museum Archway creates a chapel-like feel that is surrounded by lush grass and gorgeous scenery. This is a unique place to hold an intimate ceremony for up to 75 guests.
Auto Museum Lobby – available after 5 p.m.
The Auto Museum Lobby is another choice reception site for up to 75 people. The beautifully crafted lobby will provide you and your guests with an experience to remember. *Tickets to go through the museum are an additional cost and not included in the site fee.
Auto Museum Front Courtyard – available after 5 p.m.
This outdoor facility is located in front of the architectural beauty of the Gateway Colorado Auto Museum with the ability to accommodate up to 40 guests.
Sand Bar along the Dolores River
Create your dream white sand beach-like wedding at Gateway Canyons. Towered by cottonwood trees, The River is a natural choice to bring serenity to your ceremony for up to 100 guests. Afterwards, continue with your reception at one of the resort’s many venues.
The Ponds
The Ponds at Gateway Canyons provide lush landscaping against a spectacular background where you can create the intimate ceremony of your dreams for up to 40 guests. Your reception will be in one of the resort’s venues.

Featured Events
Sat Mar 20th - Sat Mar 20th
Third Saturday Wine Dinner
Sat Mar 20th - Sat Mar 20th
The Better Half Marathon and 5 Mile
Sun Apr 4th - Sun Apr 4th
Easter Brunch
Fri Apr 9th - Sun Apr 11th
Spring Disc Golf Tournament
Sat Apr 17th - Sat Apr 17th
Third Saturday Wine Dinner
