EVENTS
OUR WEDDING WEEKEND
Wednesday: November 12 -
Sunday: November 16, 2025
The Surf Hotel & Chateau
Buena Vista, CO
- Review below for a timeline of our weekend events.
- We cannot wait to celebrate our love with all of our favorite people!
WEDNESDAY
11.12.25
Arrival + Check-In
Guests Arrive in Buena Vista
- Travel into Denver + Buena Vista
- Settle in to your hotel
- Grab dinner at one of the awesome local restaurants
- Join us for a cocktail in the Surf Lobby to cap off the night
THURSDAY
11.13.25
Rehearsal
at 4:00 in the afternoon
- In the Chateau Courtyard
- The Bride & Groom to host the wedding party to a dinner immediately following the rehearsal
- Rehearsal dinner will be in the Wesley & Rose private dining room.
Welcome Party
at 7:00 in the evening
- Pizza + Drinks provided
- Country Attire - channel your inner Shania Twain and boot, scoot and boujee on over!
- The Slammer Saloon is a 5 minute drive from the Surf Hotel.
The Slammer Saloon:
412 E Main St.
Buena, Vista CO
FRIDAY
11.14.25
The Ceremony
at 3:30 in the afternoon.
- Hosted in the Surf Chateau Courtyard
- Elevated Formal Attire: Moody European (Refined, Elegant & Sophisticated)
- We kindly request no photos during the ceremony
- Officiant: Matt Turner
The Cocktail Hour
Immediately Following the Ceremony
- Wesley & Rose Lobby
- Wine, Beer, Specialty cocktails & hors d'oeuvres
The Celebration
at 5:00 in the evening
- Ivy Ballroom for Dinner, Dancing & Drinks
The After Party
at 9:00 in the evening
- Shuttles provided from the Surf to the Lariat
- DJ'd by Né
- Cash Bar
- Shuttles will continue to transfer guests to and from the venue throughout the night.
The Lariat: 206 E Main St. Buena Vista, CO
SATURDAY
11.15.25
Adventure Day
For those staying through Sunday, more details to come on Saturday activities, pending RSVP responses.
SURF HOTEL + CHATEAU
Where luxury & adventure cross paths
Surf Hotel + Chateau
1012 Front Loop
Buena Vista, CO 81211
The Surf Hotel is a riverfront retreat in the adventure town of Buena Vista. Inspired by the understated elegance of European design and the independent spirit of Colorado, the hotel provides a curated, yet relaxed hospitality experience.
- Buena Vista is located at 8,000 feet
- The town closes down early, if you are snack kings like us, we highly recommend having some items in your room. There is a dominos pizza open later for emergency situations.
- The ceremony & reception will all take place on-site at the Surf Hotel & Chateau.
- The weather in Colorado is typically mild in Mid-November, with sunny days, chilly nights and sometimes snow!
- Check the weather before packing as the temperature can quickly change in the mountains.
- We recommend bringing a warm coat for all evening events, temperatures drop quickly at night!
- We chose the Surf Hotel & Chateau largely for it's "all-inclusive" offerings: We will eat, sleep and get married all in one location!
TRAVEL DETAILS
TRAVEL
DENVER INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (DIA)
145 Miles from Buena Vista, CO
-DIA is a 2-2.5 hour drive from Buena Vista
-DIA is the 3rd most popular airport in the world, allow yourself time to get bags.
-Plan to have a rental car with four wheel drive.
-Travel from DIA to Buena Vista is predominately flat, but a safe vehicle will be important for mountain travel.
-Once you arrive at your accommodations in Buena Vista, everything is within a 10-15 minute travel radius.
STAY
Surf Hotel + Chateau
The chateau and the surf are two separate buildings located on one property.
To book a room within our room block at the Surf or the Chateau, navigate to the link listed below, select the appropriate dates (Nov 13-15, 2025).
If you do not select these specific dates, the system will show as no availability. To reserve additional days, complete your reservation and then call 719-966-7048 to add on additional days.
Rooms are on a first come, first serve basis, the bride and groom strongly urge you to book as soon as possible. If you have any issues with your booking, please reach out to Jean Wynn or Julie Wynn.
Discount Code - OCONNOR25
*the code should be auto-applied through the link, if adding on days or calling to book, make sure to use the code for the discount.
The Surf Residences
Hosted by the Surf Hotel
The surf also offers residences (similar to AirBnB), that you can stay in. Please note that residences will not have a discount code applied and are not blocked off. If you are staying for a longer duration, you can book the entirety of your stay through the below link, no code applicable.
LOCAL TRANSPORT
UBER
Use your Uber app and you'll get anywhere in about 5 minutes
THINGS TO DO
RESTAURANTS
CRAVE BV
In the heart of downtown Buena Vista inside a renovated historic building. Italian fare with a full bar. Ryan & Julie recommend grabbing a pizza with a glass of wine.
THE LARIAT
Seasonal & locally-inspired dishes with a variety of options for brunch and dinner. Ryan & Julie love the Jalapeño cheddar cornbread and the fish & chips.
SITES TO SEE
COLORADO HISTORIC HOT SPRINGS LOOP
Buena Vista is located next to some awesome hot springs!
- Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort (Day Passes Available)
- Cottonwood Hot Springs Inn & Spa (Day Passes Available)
BIKING
801 front loop, Buena Vista, CO 81211
(719) 966-5045
- Grab a rental bike from Black Burrow Bikes across the green from the Surf Hotel
- The biking trails from the Surf are extensive and offer anything from an easy town cruise to a 15+ mile mountain bike adventure.
- We recommend the app AllTrails to check on trail conditions and to select your preferred level.
- You can also chat with the staff at Black Burro for a recommendation!
HIKING
Embrace the Colorado terrain and hike one of the options below!
- Barbara Whipple Trail (3 Miles) this hike starts at the surf hotel and follows the river. No car needed and a light easy trail for all ages.
- Harvard Lakes via Colorado Trail (6 Miles) this hike has gorgeous vistas along the trail and ends at two alpine lakes. The hike is 20 minutes from the surf.
- Mt. Princeton (7 Miles w/ 3,300ft of Vert) for the more advanced hikers in the group. Of all the 14'ers locally, Mt. Princeton is reasonably accessible, please check AllTrails for conditions and snow accumulation.
Maid of Honor
Monica Wynn
My moon, my guardian, my sister. I have had the privilege of growing up with the most incredible role model, who's spirit I am forever in awe of.
Matron of Honor
Linnea Sanazaro-Dedrick
Linnea has been my best friend for as long as I can remember. She is the stub to my stump, the yin to my yang, and a constant light in my life.
Bridesmaid
Camielle Copland
Camielle and I have been best friends since we were 8 years old. Our dad's were both firefighters. We grew up together, wondering about the cosmos and getting into tons of trouble.
Bridesmaid
Becca Scott-Kerns
Becca and I met in high school, I was instantly drawn to her infectious and playful spirit. We became women together and I am forever grateful to have such an incredible human in my orbit.
Bridesmaid
Megan Mulvihill
Megan and I met on the see-saws of our school playground, singing "my boyfriends back" on the daily. Megan is the most selfless human I know and has been a grounding presence throughout all of my chapters.
Bridesmaid
Charlynn Portell
My oldest seester, I grew up idolizing everything about Charlynn. She has a giggle that lights up the room and I have been lucky to feel her love throughout all of the hard, and the happy, milestones of my life.
Best Man
Kieran O'Connor
Kieran is my brother, the funniest person and best golfer I have ever met. He has a way to brighten up every room no matter the occasion. It's an honor to call him my best man.
Groomsman
Sam O'Connor
Sam is my youngest brother and is way cooler than I will ever be. He has such a calm spirit. Being able to watch him grow both physically and emotionally makes me very proud to be his big brother.
Groomsman
Connor Greening
Connor is my oldest friend and has the biggest heart. He loves to argue with Julie about who loves me more, and would do anything for his people.
Groomsman
BJ Perkins
BJ and I were fast friends once our paths crossed. He knows no strangers and has always been there for Julie and I through the celebrations and the tougher parts of life.
Groomsman
Drew Morris
Drew is an incredibly genuine human. He treats everybody like family, and I am so grateful to have him in my life and to call him a best friend.
Groomsman
Andre Lyseight
Dre is one of my closest friends and we have matched energy. We both have a laid back approach to life and I am thrilled to have him as part of our special day.
In Loving Memory
Raymond Wynn 1958-2021
I never imagined this day without you. I am forever grateful to call you my dad. While there will be a massive hole in the space you were supposed to occupy, we will fill it with your energy every second of the day. I warmly invite everybody to honor the spirit of my Dad on our wedding day.
Danny Wynn, brother of the bride, will walk Julie down the aisle in honor of their father, Ray Wynn
Mother of the Bride
Jean Wynn
Strong as a mother.
The first word that comes to mind when I think about my mama, is always strength. She armed me with tools to never falter in a career surrounded by men, and to claim my place at the table. I only want to call her when I'm losing my footing or when I am ready to cross something off my list. I am my mother's daughter, and I could not be more humbled that she is mine.
Mother of the Groom
Odette O'Connor
A light in every room.
My mom has a spirit that truly lights up every room she walks into. I have always admired how she makes sure to not take life too seriously, even when it was the hardest for her. She is the most selfless person I know, her kids are always first, and I am forever grateful to have the honor to call her my mom.
