Planning a Colorado elopement means assembling a few key pieces: a location, a permit, an officiant, a photographer — and the film that lets you relive the day forever. I’m Rees Gibbons, the filmmaker behind Colorado Elopement Films, and this page breaks down exactly what my elopement packages include, what they cost, and how they fit into the rest of your elopement plan.
What our Colorado elopement packages include
Adventure Elopement Film — from $4,000
Six hours of coverage (expandable to multi-day). Location selection help, permit research, vendor recommendations, clean vow audio, drone footage where legal, and a cinematic film delivered in a high-res online gallery.
Intimate Wedding Film — from $5,000
Eight hours of coverage for elopements and micro-weddings with family and friends — full ceremony, toasts, and everything in between.
Custom Multi-Day Packages — quoted individually
Two-day elopements, Dunton Hot Springs weekends, destination trips. Tell me the plan and I’ll build the package around it.
More than a videographer — planning help is built in
Most couples searching for elopement packages in Colorado want fewer moving parts, not more vendors. That’s why every film package includes the pieces couples usually pay a planner to research: location shortlists matched to your season and guest count, permit requirements for national parks and Forest Service land, and trusted recommendations for photographers, officiants, florists, and planners across the state.
Where our packages take you
Anywhere in Colorado — and beyond. Popular choices: Telluride, Ouray, the San Juan Mountains, Maroon Bells, Rocky Mountain National Park, and Moab just across the Utah line. Based in Durango, we’re local to the state’s most dramatic ranges — no fly-in travel fees.
How much does a Colorado elopement cost overall?
Most couples spend $8,000–$20,000 all-in: film ($4,000+), photography ($3,000–$6,000), officiant ($300–$600), permits ($100–$300), plus attire, florals, lodging, and dinner. Compare that to the $30,000+ average Colorado wedding and you see why couples choose mountains over ballrooms. Full film pricing is on the pricing page.
FAQ
What do elopement packages in Colorado typically include? Film packages like mine include coverage, location/permit help, and vendor recommendations from $4,000. All-inclusive packages (planner + officiant + photo + film) are assembled from separate vendors — I connect couples with the right ones so it feels like one package.
Do your packages include a photographer? No — I’m a dedicated filmmaker, which is why the films look the way they do. I regularly team up with Colorado's best elopement photographers and will recommend ones who fit your style and budget.
Can we elope in Colorado with just the two of us? Yes — Colorado is one of the few states where you can self-solemnize: no officiant or witnesses required. Your film becomes the only witness your families ever need.
How far in advance should we book an elopement package? 8–14 months for peak dates (July wildflowers, late-September aspens). Shorter timelines often work — ask about your date.
Do packages cover travel within Colorado? Durango and the San Juans are travel-free; Telluride, Ouray, and Moab add little to nothing; Front Range dates get transparent travel quoted up front.